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The Tornadoes

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American surf rock band formed in 1962; Redlands, CA, United States.

Originally known as "The Vaqueros", the band also used the name "The Hollywood Tornadoes" to avoid confusion with english band The Tornados (who were in the US charts with the track "Telstar").

Current members:
Gerald Sanders (Bass Guitar, Lead Vocals)
Norman Sanders (Lead Guitar, Vocals)
Jesse Sanders (Rhythm Guitar, Vocals)
Leonard Delaney (Drums)
Joel Willenbring (Saxophone, Backing Vocals) 1999 - Present

Past members:
George White (Saxophone) 1962-1996
Ernie Tavizon (Saxophone) 1996-1999
Mike Gooch (Lead Guitar substitute for Norman Sanders)
Edward Rea

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