Shaker Hymns Duo Shaker Hymns is a crowd favorite in any honky tonk, dance hall, and juke joint. Coming from humble beginnings around the state of Texas, Shaker Hymns formed in San Marcos and immediately saw success after winning 3 battle of the bands contests and sharing the stage with national level acts. The 5-piece band’s loud stage presence of three electric guitars draws them immediate comparisons to bands like Lynyrd Skynyrd and Led Zeppelin.