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) External links Band's homepage Beatvile Records Artist page Album page at Answers.com American ska musical groups