Former Location –
The Palomino had long been known as a country-flavored club, but in the 80’s, many other types of music could be enjoyed here such as Elvis Costello and The Red Hot Chili Peppers.
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On February 19, 1987, Bob Dylan, George Harrison, and John Fogerty jammed with Taj Mahal. They played “Proud Mary,” “Watching the River Flow,” “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Peggy Sue,” “Honey Don’t,” “Matchbox” and “Gone Gone Gone”.
In December of 1971, Linda Ronstadt had a breakthrough concert here that earned her glowing reviews and set her on her way to stardom.
Other Rock and Roll alumni include The Everly Brothers, Phil Seymour, The Pretenders, Red Hot Chili Peppers, George Harrison, The Plimsouls, Bo Diddley, The Motels, The Blasters, Albert King, New Riders of the Purple Sage, Quiet Riot featuring Randy Rhoads, and Canned Heat.
Notable Concerts Held at The Palomino Club Include:
4/29/1993 – The Brian Setzer Orchestra
6/27/1991 – Dr. John
6/15/1991 – Jr. Walker & the All Stars
5/25/1991 – The Spencer Davis Group
5/23/1991 – Jerry Lee Lewis
4/13/1991 – Roy Rogers & The Delta Rhythm Kings
10/12/1990 – The Ozark Mountain Daredevils
1/20/1988 – Red Hot Chili Peppers
6/4/1985 – The Kingston Trio
6/19/1984 – Neil Young & The International Harvesters
4/18/1980 – Pretenders
4/22/1979 – George Thorogood & the Destroyers
2/16/1979 – Elvis Costello & The Attractions
4/3/1975 – The Tubes
4/15/1972 – The Everly Brothers
3/17/1972 – Rick Nelson & The Stone Canyon Band
6/9/1969 – The Flying Burrito Brothers
Unfortunately, this venue closed in mid 1995 after the death of both original owners, Billy and Tommy Thomas.
The Palomino
6907 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood CA 91605
I loved the Palimino!
I remember going to the Palimino when Cliffe Stone managed it. I had so much fun going there on the talent nights to see Freddie Brown perform his country songs with the Palimino Riders Band. Another favorite entertainer of mine there was Marie Brown. She was also a very talented singer and entertainer. To bad the club closed down after Mr. Stone passed away.
I PLAYED THE PALAMINO A COUPLE OF TIMES ON SUNDAY WHAT A PLACE EASY TO GET FRUNK THERE HUNG OUT IN THE OUTTER ROOM THATS WHERE THE IT WAS HAPPENING SAD TO SEE IT GONE R3D ROWE