The Trux Band

             

                            The Rock of 3 Decades 

                                

      

Thanks for visiting our site.  The Trux consists of 4 talented musicians on stage along with several extremely supportive friends and family behind the scenes that help make this band look and sound great.  The style of this group is mainly "3 Decades of Rock" from the 60s, 70s, and 80s with a couple of tunes from other eras, just to shake things up.  When we are asked what sets us apart from other bands, especially in the Cedar Rapids/Marion area of Iowa, our first thought is "unique"!  No other band sounds like The Trux, especially as a 4-piece band.  Other bands use special effects (toys) for guitars, or vocals.  Some bands just have more members.  But, no other bands has duplicated our sound.

Amazingly enough, all four original members had been connected in some way over a span of  more than 25 years.  After getting out of the US Navy in the fall of 1983,  Ross invited Joe over to his house for a jam session in hopes of putting a band together.  When nothing materialized from that, Ross joined Jim in a band called "Colt".  Colt made many appearances in the Cedar Rapids / Marion area, playing in a variety of clubs, including "The Glass Parrot", "The RainTree Lounge", and "Kitty's Place" at the Longbranch Supper Club.  When Colt broke up in the summer of 1984, Jim and Ross teamed up with Skip to form a band called "Spellbound".   Spellbound toured in the southeast corner of Iowa,  playing clubs like: "Dillons" now 3rd Street Saloon, "Gaucho's", "Kitty's", "King Tut's Lounge" of Cedar Rapids,  "Fox's Lounge" of Ottumwa, IA,  "OK Lounge" of Marion, IA, and "The Cavern" of Moline, IL. 

When Spellbound broke up in the fall of 1985, Ross rejoined the Navy.  Jim, Skip, and Joe formed a band called, "Blue Collar Rock".  After several name changes and varions personnel, Jim, Skip, and Joe played for years as a 3-piece band, calling themselves, "The Trux".  When Ross could  find time to take leave from the Navy, he would return to Iowa and visit his former bandmates at their various gigs.  Ross retired from the Navy in 2000, but remained in the Virginia Beach, VA area, playing in various popular bands.  When his last band broke up in 2005, he returned to his home of origin, and asked his former bandmates if they would like to add a keyboardist back into the line-up.  

In the fall of 2007, Skip decided to leave the band, which gave Roger Lambert of Solon, IA, an opening to make his debut with The Trux.  However, in the spring of 2009, Roger received a better offer from another local band, Monkey Business.  Once again, Skip was recruited back into The Trux for a short time, but things just weren't working as expected.  Recruitment for a new bass player started again in the fall of 2009, and Jim Bohy answered the call. 

Now, with a thicker, more orchestrated sound, The Trux continues to entertain audiences of all ages with great tunes of 3 decades.

We don't claim to be a great band, or a premier band, or the best band around.  We let all the other bands claim that.   In fact, we don't claim anything at all, except that we will try to bring our fans the best Classic Rock of 3 Decades.  We can kick-butt with some of the best music around, and we have a great time doing it.  We let our fans do the bragging for us.  All we do ask is that you come to one of our shows and you can decide what kind of band you think we are.

Also, in the near future, we will be introducing some new original music currently being produced in JTB studios. Please stay tuned to our site for upcoming bookings, sample sound bytes and just some info about what we're up to. We thank you in advance for stopping in and seeing us. We promise that you will not be disappointed. Remember the name "THE TRUX"....'cause...."WELL.... JUST BECAUSE!!

             

                                                                 This isn't work....It's a Lifestyle!!  

"... Your website is the best!  I check it all the time for the schedule updates and new pics.  Can't wait to see the band again..."       Cheryl of Springville, IA, a regular at Dumas's Bar & Grill

"... I've been going to the Marion Downtown Getdown for many years, and The Trux just rocked the place.  It's too bad they got rained out, as I was really looking forward to their second set.  I sure hope they come back for the 2009 season and every year after that..."     Freddy T of Springville, IA

"... I saw The Trux at BBQ Roumdup and they are the "real deal".  They only got a chance to play 5 or 6 songs as the wind was blowing so hard, they had to quit.  I hope Cedar Rapids has them back again for 2009..."     Roland from Iowa City, IA

"... We have been following The Trux since they played at Walker Pickle Days, and they keep putting on great shows.  Whatever you do, don't miss these guys..."  Ellen of Walker, IA

"... I saw The Trux at Hog Wild Days in Hiawatha during both the 2007 and 2008 seasons and they just rocked us..."       Keri of Anamosa, IA, a regular at Scooters Bar & Grill

"... I saw these guys over at Checkers Tavern on Halloween.  People were actually throwing money at them during their songs.  I've never seen anything like it..."    Peter of Lisbon, IA

"... Hog Wild Days was fantastic.  The Trux just played hit after hit, especially that  Ride Captain Ride song by Blues Image..."       Frank of Urbana, IA

"... We consider The Trux  as our house band, because we get so many calls asking when they will play our place again..."       Charlene, owner of Open Throttle in Shellsburg, IA

"... I saw this band at the Walker Pickle Days, and just hope they come back for the 2009 season..."   Becky of Robbin, IA

"...I got a chance to see and meet this group at Checker's Tavern for Halloween, 2008.  I hope that PJ will have them back real soon..."  Chuck from Marion, IA

"... I've been coming to Concert In The Park for the last 2 years, and The Trux just rocked the place..."       Toni of Robbins, IA

"... A really GREAT show!  I have seen a lot of bands in this area and you play stuff that nobody else does..."    Jon of Marion, IA

"... This band played at Springville Fun Days in 2008, and every tune was a hit.  Great vocals, awesome leads, and great stage presence.  Check them out if you get the chance..."  Ben of Springville, IA

"... Just the band that is needed in this area.  There are too many bands playing the same things.  Your band can play Southern Rock, Blues, Dance, and Oldies just as well, and better than anybody else..."      Jessie of Cedar Rapids, IA

"... I've seen your band 2 times at Dumas's, 1 time at Cocktails & Company, and 2 times at the Knight Spot in Springville.  I was impressed with each and every performance.  Keep up the good work..."    Don of Iowa City, IA

"... One of the best vocal bands, period!  I'm impressed..."    Traci of Manchester, IA

"... I still can't believe you played, "Riding The Storm Out" by REO Speedwagon. I just didn't expect that kind of sound from this group. Truly a classic song and you pulled it off with style.  I hope you guys will play some Grand Funk Railroad in the future..."   Doug of Lansing, MI

"...You guys are really good.  That keyboard player kept jumping around, playing all those keyboards.  This band puts on quite a show!  We sure hope you guys come back..."    Barney of Urbana, IA

"... Thank you so much for playing at our party!  You guys are awesome & were truly a hit!..."  Jamie of Robbins, IA 

 

                       Available for Weddings, Parties, and other special events.

E-mail:   thetruxband@yahoo.com 

  (319) 373-0323

 

We will be glad to visit with you about your special event.

 

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