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On April 14, 2005 bassist Ken Arini and guitarist Tom Skill began searching for members to form a band that could create a faster, more energetic sound. In their search many musicians have cycled through the band until finally the right mix of musicianship and character was blended to form CbJ. With only a guitarist, bassist and drummer, CbJ managed to take top prize at a Battle of the Bands less than a year after the band was first formed. This was the first indication that CbJ had found a musically tight and energetic sound through strict emphasis on musical structure. Another point of pride that the members of CbJ apply in their playing is a strong belief in energetic performances. The addition of trumpet player Adam Gill, Trombone player Mitchell Lavender and Mark VanBaak on tenor saxophone completed the CbJ sound.
First starting out as a saying, the song "It's Thursday, It's Ska-day" has become the anthem to what CbJ is all about, with lyrics and an overall sound that reflects who the band is and what they are capable of. Always interacting with the crowd and making the shows fun for all who are in attendance, whether CbJ is the band the crowd is there to see or not, adds to the overall fan base after each show that is played. Although the six guys enjoy having fun and just being regular guys they are always strict on themselves, the music is number one with a strong DIY ethic.
Lastly, it is always a priority of CbJ to continue their progression as musicians and as a band to better themselves and put out great new material. With a strong and positive attitude CbJ is currently working on booking their first muti-state tour.
Venues where CbJ has played:
Royal Oak Music Theater
Emerald Theater
Clutch Cargos
Skelletones
The Hayloft Liquor Stand
Paychecks Bar
The Ritz
Premiere Concert Theater
MySpace Cafe
Sports Forum
Lakeside Community Church (The Flood)
Roseville Masonic Center
Bethel Lutheran Church
Club Cyber Gaming Center
Game Studio 360
Static Age
Conga's Coffee Shop
Band Email - CbJSka@hotmail.com
On April 14, 2005 bassist Ken Arini and guitarist Tom Skill began searching for members to form a band that could create a faster, more energetic sound. In their search many musicians have cycled through the band until finally the right mix of musicianship and character was blended to form CbJ. With only a guitarist, bassist and drummer, CbJ managed to take top prize at a Battle of the Bands less than a year after the band was first formed. This was the first indication that CbJ had found a musically tight and energetic sound through strict emphasis on musical structure. Another point of pride that the members of CbJ apply in their playing is a strong belief in energetic performances. The addition of trumpet player Adam Gill, Trombone player Mitchell Lavender and Mark VanBaak on tenor saxophone completed the CbJ sound.
First starting out as a saying, the song "It's Thursday, It's Ska-day" has become the anthem to what CbJ is all about, with lyrics and an overall sound that reflects who the band is and what they are capable of. Always interacting with the crowd and making the shows fun for all who are in attendance, whether CbJ is the band the crowd is there to see or not, adds to the overall fan base after each show that is played. Although the six guys enjoy having fun and just being regular guys they are always strict on themselves, the music is number one with a strong DIY ethic.
Lastly, it is always a priority of CbJ to continue their progression as musicians and as a band to better themselves and put out great new material. With a strong and positive attitude CbJ is currently working on booking their first muti-state tour.
Venues where CbJ has played:
Royal Oak Music Theater
Emerald Theater
Clutch Cargos
Skelletones
The Hayloft Liquor Stand
Paychecks Bar
The Ritz
Premiere Concert Theater
MySpace Cafe
Sports Forum
Lakeside Community Church (The Flood)
Roseville Masonic Center
Bethel Lutheran Church
Club Cyber Gaming Center
Game Studio 360
Static Age
Conga's Coffee Shop
Band Email - CbJSka@hotmail.com
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