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Rx Bandits is a four-member band based in Seal Beach, California. Their musical style is an eclectic mix of progressive rock, ska, alternative, and reggae deemed groove tech by the band.
The band started out amid other popular southern California ska-influenced acts such as Reel Big Fish and No Doubt. Of the original line-up, only singer/songwriter Matt Embree and drummer Chris Tsagakis remain. Their first two releases were recorded with bassist James Salomone and trombonist Rich Balling. Upon signing to Drive-Thru Records, the band released the album Halfway Between Here and There, a straightforward third-wave ska effort, though lyrics in songs such as “Gun In Your Hand” hinted towards the political leanings which would be evident in their subsequent releases.
They are notable for their strong political views, which they share with fans through periodic website posts.
Their live shows are known for being highly energetic, with improvisational jams in between songs. They perform extended versions of many numbers; they fall somewhat short of being a full fledged “jam band,” however it is fair to say that they exhibit musicianship live that is not captured by their recordings.
With 2001’s Progress, the band took a huge step forward musically. The incarnation of the band which recorded the album consisted of Embree, Tsagaskis, Balling, Salomone, and current trombonist Chris Sheets.
The band started out amid other popular southern California ska-influenced acts such as Reel Big Fish and No Doubt. Of the original line-up, only singer/songwriter Matt Embree and drummer Chris Tsagakis remain. Their first two releases were recorded with bassist James Salomone and trombonist Rich Balling. Upon signing to Drive-Thru Records, the band released the album Halfway Between Here and There, a straightforward third-wave ska effort, though lyrics in songs such as “Gun In Your Hand” hinted towards the political leanings which would be evident in their subsequent releases.
They are notable for their strong political views, which they share with fans through periodic website posts.
Their live shows are known for being highly energetic, with improvisational jams in between songs. They perform extended versions of many numbers; they fall somewhat short of being a full fledged “jam band,” however it is fair to say that they exhibit musicianship live that is not captured by their recordings.
With 2001’s Progress, the band took a huge step forward musically. The incarnation of the band which recorded the album consisted of Embree, Tsagaskis, Balling, Salomone, and current trombonist Chris Sheets.
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Progress
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The Resignation
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Mandala
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In Her Drawer
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Hearts That Hanker For Mistake
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Apparition
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March of the Caterpillar
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White Lies
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Breakfast Cat
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Bury It Down Low
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Sell You Beautiful
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Decrescendo
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Taking Chase As The Serpent Slithers
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Analog Boy
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Shoutbox
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falconjk wrote:
BBC Radio 1 acoustic session was immense. Possibility of UK shows mentioned too... c'mon guys!
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thekillingtree wrote:
some creepy ass shit in these boxes.
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Veasna wrote:
I love Mandala. I really love it.
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NerdStrudel wrote:
Lonesome only totally deserves the top spot, but why is decrescendo sooo low?
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Kymusabi wrote:
Is it ludicrous that i've got nothing else to believe in....
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Vans_Johnny wrote:
am I crazy? if I want to touch your skin[2]
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pashelast wrote:
am I crazy? if I want to touch your skin
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kendraness wrote:
Hi, I love you!
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b_sievs27point5 wrote:
the more i listen to mandala, the more i love it!
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WhoisLilo wrote:
Yo guys! you all should check Matt Embree solo project. Love You Moon; he is Awesome as Always!
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Fpanhoca wrote:
Miss the "Halfway" times =/
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falconjk wrote:
Would love to see them in the UK. Hopefully they'll get here eventually.
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JohnHawk wrote:
"Sao Paolo" was fucking awesome! Hope they comeback someday.
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WhoisLilo wrote:
They're awesome live, great show @ Curitiba.
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TwilyXD wrote:
Change the picture, there is only 4 members now!
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AcidFrehley wrote:
Perfect show on Sao Paulo. Ill post my vids tomorrow on youtube.
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Skakoola wrote:
rxchoi wow. It was hard to find a spot to not be punished. However.. "Criciuma, !You were one of the top 10 craziest shows we have ever played. Nuts."
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Yoshizenhow wrote:
Tomorrow at Curitiba. Sounds like its going to be as epic as it was on the other cities they played here
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dekskore wrote:
great show in rio!
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Vans_Johnny wrote:
in rio de janeiro, was INSAAAAAAAANE! what band! what drummer... they're true artists!
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In Her Drawer full track | 5:10 |
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Apparition full track | 3:38 |
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Feb
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Soundwave 2010
RNA Showgrounds, Bowen Hills, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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Feb
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Soundwave 2010
Eastern Creek International Raceway, Eastern Creek, Sydney, Australia
241 shouts
| 389 attendees
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Feb
23
Sunny Day Real Estate
University of NSW Roundhouse, Kensington, Sydney, Australia
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| 4 attendees
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Free RX Bandits Iphone App
3 Nov 2009 | from blog.myspace.com/rxbandits
RX Bandits got their very own app for Iphone so if you're into that kind of thing take us out for a spin. Oh and did we mention it's FREE
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ihitthings, rpwiegel, hellojenny12 and 4 other people added Rx Bandits to their libraries. 2 hours ago
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invisiblewings wrote about Rx Bandits – Mandala in 10 Best Albums of 2009. 12 hours ago
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invisiblewings wrote about Rx Bandits in 10 Best Albums of 2009. 12 hours ago
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