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1. The Outlaws are Southern rock band formed in Tampa, FL.
2. The Outlaws were a house band for Joe Meek's recording studio.
1) The Outlaws are Southern rock band formed in Tampa, FL in 1972 by singers/guitarists Hughie Thomasson and Henry Paul, bassist Frank O'Keefe, and drummer Monte Yoho. With the 1973 addition of guitarist Billy Jones, the lineup was complete, and after a year of intense touring the band became the first act signed to Arista under Clive Davis; the Outlaws' self-titled 1975 album spotlighted their Eagles-influenced harmonies and Allman Brothers-like guitar attack, yielding the Top 40 hit "There Goes Another Love Song."
Harvey Dalton Arnold replaced O'Keefe on bass in time for the recording of Bill Szymczyk-produced Hurry Sundown. Henry Paul left shortly after the completion of that album, replaced by Freddie Salem. Old friend David Dix joined as a second drummer. Dix had played in teen bands with Thomasson. Dix was first heard on the live set Bring It Back Alive and the studio effort Playin' to Win. The lineup shuffles continued when Arnold announced his departure following 1979's In the Eye of the Storm, with bassist Rick Cua recruited for the next year's Ghost Riders in the Sky, which netted a Top 40 entry with its title track, a rendition of the Vaughn Monroe favorite. Yoho left to rejoin Henry Paul soon after, and with the subsequent exit of Jones, only Thomasson remained from the original Outlaws roster — not surprisingly, the group disbanded upon completing 1982's Los Hombres Malo. A year later Thomasson and Paul formed a new Outlaws lineup, with Steve Grisham on guitar. That resulted in1986's Soldiers of Fortune, Paul again quit the band. Grisham also had left and was replaced by a young Chris Anderson who became an integral part of the reunion tour in 2005.
In the early 90's,Thomasson kept on with the help of Chris Hicks on guitar and they with B.B. Borden on drums and Jeff Howell on bass released Hittin The Road and Diablo Canyon. Thomasson was then offered a gig with Lynyrd Skynyrd and took it, remaining with them until the end of 2004.
In early 2005 The Outlaws reunited with original members Thomasson, Henry Paul, Monte Yoho and former Outlaw from the 80's Chris Anderson with newcomers Randy Threet on bass, Dave Robbins on keyboards and also the return of drummer David Dix.
After 2005 ended, Paul and Robbins left. Thomasson, Anderson, Threet, Dix, Yoho and Anderson continued to tour and completed an album, "Once An Outlaw". Before it could be released, Thomasson died at his home in brooksville, Florida of a heart attack on Septemeber 9, 2007.
In early 2008 Henry Paul rejoined, bringing along with him former Henry Paul Band guitarist Billy Crain, and Brothers of the Southland keyboardist Jon Coleman. David Dix was no longer part of the lineup.
In July 2010, Coleman left to join Trace Adkins, and Dave Robbins came back.
The current band has recorded new songs as a "Demo".
The estate of Thomasson took on a legal battle with the current lineup. After a year and a half battle the court ruled in favor of Paul and company continuing to be able to perform as the Outlaws. Mrs.Thomasson appealed, but shortly after dropped the appeal.
The Outlaws hit the scene when Southern Rock was becoming a force to be reckoned with. Sharing the scene with bands like The Allman Brother's Band, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Marshal Tucker, and the Charlie Daniel's Band they had big shoes to fill. Blazing 3 guitar leads were a trademark of this "Cowboy-rock" group. Big hits included "Ghost Riders (In the Sky)" and "There goes Another Love Song" as well as the epic "Green Grass and High Tides".
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2) The Outlaws were a house band for Joe Meek's recording studio. They were originally formed to back Mike Berry for his 1960 single "Set Me Free", and went on to record several singles of their own from '61-'65, mostly instrumental. Among their ranks were notable musicians such as Ritchie Blackmore, Chas Hodges, Mick Underwood, Bobby Graham and Hot Chocolate's Harvey Hinsley.
Waterhole
Outlaws Lyrics
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Set out to find the gambler
Who murdered their pa
Five brothers and three in their teens
Gotta find the man
Who killed their pa in New Orleans
They heard of him in Houston
He'd left there many months ago
And so they couldn't rest
Five brothers and three in their teens
Gotta find the man
Who killed their pa in New Orleans
New Orleans
The sun was hot as fire
And the nights were cold as steel
Hate was strong and youth was wild
And so they couldn't feel
Five brothers and three in their teens
Gotta find the man
Who killed their pa in New Orleans
His trail led to the Badlands
And the desert promised death
The gambler's odds were different now
He treasured every breath
Five brothers and three in their teens
Close behind the man
Who killed their pa in New Orleans
New Orleans
When first they saw the killer
He was by the waterhole
Five rifles rang out through the night
They killed the gambler cold
Five brothers and three in their teens
Finally got the man
Who killed their pa in New Orleans
The desert is their keeper now
For this a traveler said
That poison lived within the hole
Now six of them are dead
Five brothers and three in their teens
Lay beside the man
Who killed their pa in New Orleans
Lay beside the man
Who killed their pa in New Orleans
The lyrics to "Waterhole" by Outlaws tell a story of five brothers seeking revenge for the murder of their father at the hands of a gambler in New Orleans. The brothers embark on a dangerous journey that leads them through different cities and into the Badlands, where they finally catch up with the killer by a waterhole. The sun and nights are harsh, the hate for the killer is strong, but the brothers' desire for justice drives them forward. When they finally corner the gambler, they open fire and kill him, but their victory is short-lived. A traveler warns them that the waterhole is poisoned, and soon after, all six men, including the three teenagers, lay dead beside the man who killed their pa in New Orleans.
The lyrics to "Waterhole" are a tragic tale of revenge that highlights the consequences of violence and the power of hate. The brothers' determination to avenge their father's death leads them to take extreme measures, and while they do get the closure they seek, it comes at a cost. The desert and the poisoned waterhole serve as symbols for the dangerous and unforgiving nature of their quest, warning of the inevitable and fatal outcome. Overall, the song paints a vivid picture of the Old West era and the realities of seeking justice through violence.
Line by Line Meaning
Five brothers who left Arkansas
A group of five brothers from Arkansas set out on a journey.
Set out to find the gambler
Their mission was to find the gambler.
Who murdered their pa
The gambler had killed their father.
Five brothers and three in their teens
The group consisted of five adult brothers and three teenage brothers.
Gotta find the man
Their sole purpose was to find the man who killed their father.
Who killed their pa in New Orleans
The father was killed in New Orleans.
They heard of him in Houston
They received information about the killer's whereabouts in Houston.
And his trail was leadin' west
The killer was heading westward.
He'd left there many months ago
The killer had left Houston many months earlier.
And so they couldn't rest
The brothers were determined to find the killer and could not rest until they did.
The sun was hot as fire
The sun was extremely hot.
And the nights were cold as steel
The nights were very cold.
Hate was strong and youth was wild
The brothers were filled with strong hatred and were young and wild.
And so they couldn't feel
Their emotions were so strong that they were unable to feel anything else.
His trail led to the Badlands
The killer's trail led to the Badlands.
And the desert promised death
The harsh desert terrain was potentially fatal.
The gambler's odds were different now
The odds were against the gambler now that the brothers were close behind him.
He treasured every breath
The killer was conscious of every breath he took.
Close behind the man
The brothers were getting closer to the man and his trail.
When first they saw the killer
When they first saw the killer, he was at the waterhole.
He was by the waterhole
The killer was near a waterhole.
Five rifles rang out through the night
The brothers fired their rifles at the killer.
They killed the gambler cold
The brothers succeeded in killing the killer.
Finally got the man
The brothers had achieved their objective of finding the killer.
The desert is their keeper now
The desert now holds their fate.
For this a traveler said
A traveler had warned them of this danger.
That poison lived within the hole
The waterhole was poisoned.
Now six of them are dead
Six of the brothers, including the three teenage brothers, died due to the poisoned waterhole.
Lay beside the man
They lay dead beside the killer.
Who killed their pa in New Orleans
The killer responsible for their father's death was finally brought to justice.
New Orleans
The city where their father was killed.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: BYRON LAMONT YOHO, FRANK O'KEEFE, HENRY PAUL III, HUGHIE THOMASSON, WILLIAM HARLIN HARLIN JONES
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@thomasd9237
Saw the original lineup live right after this came out. simply put - Amazing!! Blistering guitar work. Outlaws - one of the greatest bands of all time. Hughie T. does not get the recognition he deserves He was one of the greatest guitarists Ever.!. really miss this music and that kind of talent
@zumajim
Still brings a smile to my face with every listen. These guys were ungodly talented.
@terrianneharrison5669
This whole album is amazing. So many years later and remember every song!
@rjwintl
Billy Jones solo on 'Waterhole' is truly amazing !!!
@TamaDrumNut
One of the best short instrumentals ever! RIP Hughie, Gone but not forgotten
@mohawkmike142
This tune injects happiness into every situation. You just can't be blue with Hughie in your left ear and Billy in your right. Was there ever a better produced album than this one? Don't think so. Long live the southern guitar army.
@ZON-eu6fx
This is a kickin' little tune, isn't it? I was 21 and deployed overseas when this song came out. Sadly, I don't remember it but I'm sure glad that I found it.
@JamieMitchellMusic
WOW, I grew up on this stuff, its still is better then anything out there today. Thanks for posting
@WarrenPaulHarris
Spectacular example of Southern Guitar Rock by The Outlaws. There is nothing quite like filling a stage with guitarists.
@pga007
Thanks for posting this! I lost my album but always loved this song!