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About Me

It all started out over 17 years ago back in San Diego, California when the Paladins were still in high school. They were already combining country, early rock & roll with blues and jazz, basically rockabilly, creating their own unique sound.Since then, the Paladins have released eight full-length albums, a number of singles and consistently performed and toured worldwide upwards of 200 shows per year, many years driving up to 75,000 miles in their trusty old Dodge van (their current Dodge has over 360,000 miles on the clock!). The Paladins have traveled well over a million miles on the road all over the country!!The Paladins-Dave Gonzalez on guitar & vocals, Thomas Yearsley on upright bass, and drummer Brian Fahey have developed a strong national and international following. They have performed and toured with the likes of Stevie Ray Vaughan, Los Lobos, X, The Blasters and The Fabulous Thunderbirds. In fact, it was Kim Wilson of the Fabulous Thunderbirds who took the Paladins into the studio in Austin, Texas and produced and recorded their critically acclaimed self-titled debut album in '87.The massive national and international touring continued, The Los Angeles Times called the Paladins "...one of the most powerful roots- rocking groups in the nation," while Alternative Press said, "Undoubtedly one of the best live bands to sweat upon a stage, the Paladins are the real stuff." Live shows are what have kept the Paladins around for this long: 'We thrive on the sweat and the energy that our crowds create' says Gonzalez, 'We've resisted gimmicks and pigeonholes since the beginning' says Yearsley, 'We just play music that we believe in."The Paladins play their music to a continually growing legion of admirers who represent a wide cross-section of music fans, from retro-50's fans to blues junkies to rock and rollers-basically anybody who is a fan of quality music that is played with passion.Be sure to keep an eye out for them coming to your town and go out and check them out. It's killer live music my friends!

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 11/11/2004
Band Members: Dave Gonzalez, Guitar and Vocals... Thomas Yearsley, Upright Bass... Brian Fahey, Drums...
Influences: Dave likes Ray Charles, Johnny Paycheck, Merle Haggard, Ray Price, Waylon Jennings......Brian likes Buddy Rich, Art Blakey, Gene Krupa amongst others..... Thomas likes Johnny Carroll, Eddie Cochran, Johnny Burnette, Sid King, amongst others
Sounds Like: The Paladins sound like a killer combination of blues, rockabilly, country, and surf..
Record Label: Lux Records Hollywood
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Dave Gonzalez on Chris Gaffney

A Message from Dave Gonzalez about Chris Chris Gaffney, The Soul Soldier! Gaff was so truly talented. He was such a rare and wonderful American treasure&one of the last of the real deal cats! He was a...
Posted by The Paladins on Sun, 08 Jun 2008 07:02:00 PST

Dave Gonzalez to Tour

Dave Gonzalez of the Hacienda Brothers will be touring this summer to celebrate the life of his friend and musical partner Chris Gaffney. The touring will be difficult yet cathartic for Gonzalez. Ther...
Posted by The Paladins on Sun, 08 Jun 2008 07:01:00 PST

The Passing of Chris Gaffney

On April 17, 2008 Chris Gaffney passed away after his brief illness. His departure was quick and painless with the support of Our loving family by his side. Celebrations of his life are in the works. ...
Posted by The Paladins on Sun, 20 Apr 2008 08:41:00 PST

Great Article on Chris Gaffney

Thursday, April 17, 2008 O.C. music community remembers Chris Gaffney Obituary: The singer-songwriter, who died of liver cancer at 57, touched people with his songs and personality. By PETER LARSEN Th...
Posted by The Paladins on Sun, 20 Apr 2008 12:36:00 PST

New Update From Dave

Message From Dave G. Howdy Friends! It's DG! Old 'One-Hand-Slim' here! I'm layin' low and typin' slow! One (left) handed! Thanks to all of you for all the "Get Well" wishes, ...
Posted by The Paladins on Thu, 28 Jun 2007 11:19:00 PST

Update on Dave

The Hacienda Brothers regret to inform .....Cancelation of tour dates 6-4-07The Hacienda Brothers regret to inform our fans thatour lead guitarist and co-founder of the band wasinjured in a motorcycl...
Posted by The Paladins on Wed, 13 Jun 2007 07:41:00 PST

In Remembrance R.I.P Pittsburg Perry

I was just thinking about an old friend, Pittsburg Perry Patron. I remember the first time i met him, really outgoing, just a really nice cat. Every time after that it was hugs. I had the chance to st...
Posted by The Paladins on Sun, 24 Sep 2006 03:24:00 PST

Paladins Greatest Hits

I know it's kinda funny saying "greatest hits" as The Pals really didn't have one. Ticket Home was big in Europe... If there were to be a "best of" what songs would you like to see on it?? Submit your...
Posted by The Paladins on Sun, 24 Sep 2006 12:17:00 PST

Upcoming Hacienda Brothers Gigs

Hey, you will see some show listings that say Paladins...These are Hacienda Brothers gigs if you read further down... If there are Paladins gigs to be had, i will tell you, even if it's in Anchorage.....
Posted by The Paladins on Sun, 24 Sep 2006 12:12:00 PST

AYSO-Hacienda Brothers "What's Wrong With Right"

AYSO=Album You Should Own The Hacienda Brothers "What's Wrong With Right"Product DescriptionThe Hacienda Brothers, led by cult heroes Chris Gaffney and Dave Gonzalez, introduced their wood-smoked blen...
Posted by The Paladins on Sat, 23 Sep 2006 11:52:00 PST