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The Robustos

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The Robustos
OriginAtlanta, Georgia, United States
GenresSka, jazz, soul
Years active1996–2000
LabelsSka Satellite Records, Beatville Records
Past membersMichael cassidy
Websitehttp://www.myspace.com/therobustos

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.

Members

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  • 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

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