The Robustos
The Robustos were an American ska band based in Atlanta. Formed after The Skats & The Go Steadys broke up, their name is a reference to the type of cigar. Their style evolved from traditional ska to include more soul and jazz influences. They stopped playing in 2000.
The Robustos | |
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| Origin | Atlanta, Georgia, United States |
| Genres | Ska, jazz, soul |
| Years active | 1996–2000 |
| Labels | Ska Satellite Records, Beatville Records |
| Website | http://www.myspace.com/therobustos |
| Past members | Michael cassidy |
Members
- Tonya Abernathy - Vocals
- Brett Rakestraw - Tenor Saxophone
- Chad Paulin - Trumpet
- Jonathan Lloyd - Trombone
- Rob Kincheloe - Guitar, Vocals
- Elizabeth Morris - Guitar
- Jay Wallace - Bass
- Andy Bauer - Drums
- Bob Birdsong - Keys, Vocals
The band reunited for two nights in June, 2007 to sold-out shows in Atlanta.
Discography
- Introducing…The Robustos (1997, Ska Satellite Records)
- The New Authentic (1999, Beatville Records)
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