Originally the Honky Tonk Rangers were Jamey Whiting (Keys), Wayne Bridge (Steel Guitar), Rick Lonow (Drums), Rick Gordon (Lead Guitar), Charlie Chadwick (Upright Bass) and me (acoustic/Electric Guitar). Later Charlie Chadwick was replaced by Pete Roze' (Upright Bass) and Rick Gordon's spot was filled by Victor Hill (Lead Guitar). This is a very exciting band to hear and a very exciting sound to stand in front of and sing.
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On December 15, 2005 Larry and the Honky Tonk Rangers blew the roof off Nashville's famed Sutler nightclub with their own blazing brand of traditional Texas honkytonk music. The fans were treated to many of the Willie Nelson - penned classics featured in Larry's upcoming MISSION CITY PLAYBOY CD.
It's impossible to pick one kind of music or one artist as an influence. Growing up in the 50's we have been bombarded with great music and very talented artists from many different genres. A few would be, Merle Haggard, The Beatles, Creedence, Stones, Buck Owens, Bob Wills, George Jones, Hank Williams ..........