The Derailers

The Derailers
Formed: 1994 in Austin, TX
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Styles: Honky Tonk, Country-Rock, Alternative Country, Bakersfield Sound
Group Members: Scott Matthews, Brian Hofeldt, Terry Kirkendall, Tony Villanueva, Vic Gerard, Chris Schlotzhauer, Sweet Basil McJagger, Ed Adkins
Biography: A honky tonk band following the tradition set by Buck Owens, Austin, TX's Derailers were led by vocalist/rhythm guitarist Tony Villanueva and lead guitarist Brian Hofeldt, longtime friends who grew up together in Oregon. After playing in various Portland-area rockabilly outfits, Villanueva relocated ...Read full biography
Full Western Dress
Released: 1999
Label: Sire
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For their first full-fledged major-label album, the Derailers teamed with producer Dave Alvin -- a legend in Americana circles -- and crafted another fine, straight-ahead country record in Full Western ...Read full review
Guaranteed to Satisfy
Released: 2008
Label: Palo Duro
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Since the departure of co-founder Tony Villanueva and their retreat from the major labels back into indie territory, the Derailers have bravely continued their reign as one of America's finest latter-day ...Read full review
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