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.

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)