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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, punk, 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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My Lonesome Only Friend
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Hearts That Hanker For Mistake
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In Her Drawer
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White Lies
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March of the Caterpillar
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Apparition
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Bury It Down Low
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Breakfast Cat
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Bled to be Free (The Operation)
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Sell You Beautiful
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Taking Chase As The Serpent Slithers
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Shoutbox
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falconjk wrote:
I've noticed Sargent House released a free-download sampler in conjunction with Rodriguez Lopez Productions... (http://sargenthouse.bandcamp.com/ if you're interested) I'm wondering if members of Rx Bandits and The Mars Volta may work on something together... holy mother of god. I came.
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ihateRBF wrote:
Probably because they still lace their melodies with reggae and ska influences. You don't need Hawaiian shirts and redundant upstrokes to work with ska.
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justinainsworth wrote:
They're not ska anymore. Why are they still associated with it.
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Elementree1 wrote:
YO POSITIVE PEOPLE!! If you like Rx Bandits and Rock/Reggae/Dancehall/Ska with a concious message please check out our music. We are a fresh new band out of Cincinnati Ohio, genre bending music and a message that must be heard. Our last fm page is: http://www.last.fm/music/theohms Our myspace page is: http://www.myspace.com/ohms. Feel our music
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EliastheMexican wrote:
Just got the entire discography. Gonna listen to it all tomorrow. What a good Sunday.
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harveyn590 wrote:
One of the best bands in the world
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Rise_Phoenix wrote:
love 'em. Just love 'em. Would love 'em even more if they played some shows around germany.
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Scapeswood wrote:
LOVED this show, havent felt that way in a long time.
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ceQ_bop wrote:
like chilli peppers mixed with volta, from what i listend to up to now :/
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frankthedrummer wrote:
Check out their videos from their performance on Fuel TV! :: http://tinyurl.com/rx-bandits-fueltv
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ceQ_bop wrote:
Mandala is SICK
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frankthedrummer wrote:
You can download the BBC session + check out a live video from the Santa Barbara show here: http://tinyurl.com/rx-bandits-live-video-acoustic
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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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In Her Drawer full track | 5:10 |
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Apparition full track | 3:38 |
Events
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Feb
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Soundwave 2010
RNA Showgrounds, Bowen Hills, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
536 shouts
| 317 attendees
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Feb
21
Soundwave 2010
Eastern Creek International Raceway, Eastern Creek, Sydney, Australia
343 shouts
| 425 attendees
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Feb
23
Sunny Day Real Estate
University of NSW Roundhouse, Kensington, Sydney, Australia
7 shouts
| 22 attendees
News
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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New South America Tour Schedule
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2 Oct 2009 | from blog.myspace.com/rxbandits
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