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
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)