The Rodeo Boys
The Rodeo Boys were an indie folk-rock band from Salt Lake City that formed in 2001, known for their post-modern lyrical approach and light-hearted collective persona.
History and future
As of 2011, TRB has been inactive since 2008. There are no plans to re-unite.
Albums
They have released the albums Same as Cash (2002) and Flex (2006).
Band members
- George Elliott - guitar, vocals and musical saw
- Greg Midgley - bass, keyboards, guitar and vocals
- Clayton Scrivner - drums and vocals
- Ben Warren- Rhodes piano, keyboards and vocals
Band history
Eliott, Scrivner and former "TRB" guitarist Brett Luddeman started gigging in Salt Lake City bars in 2001.
Warren joined the band, adding his distinctive Rhodes piano stylings as they began recording their first album, Same as Cash.
Departure of Luddeman
Following the departure of Luddeman in 2004, the band recruited Midgley and began writing their second album, Flex.
The Rodeo Boys have shared the stage with The Radar Brothers, David Pajo, Erase Errata, Inviolet Row, Black Nasty, Pink Nasty, VHS or BETA?, The Numbers, and The Apes.
References
- Las Vegas CityLife Review of Flex 2006
- Salt Lake City Weekly, January 26, 2006: Class Clowns The Rodeo Boys advance and get (mostly) serious with Flex. by Jamie Gadette
- Salt Lake City Weekly, August 28, 2003: 2003 SLAMMys - Who measures up?
- AllMusic.com: The Rodeo Boys