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Tex-Mex Organ Maestro Augie Meyers Dies at 85
23 Mar
Summary
- Augie Meyers, a pioneer of Tex-Mex organ sound, has died.
- He shaped the sound of border music with The Sir Douglas Quintet.
- Meyers also contributed to recordings by Bob Dylan and Willie Nelson.
Augie Meyers, a pivotal figure in Tex-Mex music, died at his San Antonio home on March 7 at the age of 85. His son confirmed the cause of death was pneumonia.
Meyers was renowned for his distinctive Vox organ style, often described as carnival-like or Tilt-a-Whirl. This sound was instrumental in defining the music of the Texas border.
He rose to prominence with the Sir Douglas Quintet, formed in 1964, which blended garage rock, blues, and R&B with Mexican border genres. The band achieved chart success with hits like 'She's About a Mover' and 'Mendocino'.
Meyers' musical contributions extended beyond his own bands, as he collaborated with numerous acclaimed artists, including Bob Dylan and Willie Nelson, further cementing his legacy.
