Table of Contents
Post 1-Basic Biography, Discography, Member lineups
Post 2-Rules, Friends, Links
Post 3- Rumors and Myths
Post 2-Rules, Friends, Links
Post 3- Rumors and Myths
Basic Bio!
The Aquabats [often written as The Aquabats!] are an American rock band formed in 1994 in Huntington Beach, California. They are currently recording for Nitro Records and have released four full-length studio albums; and have toured internationally. They are best known for their mythology, in which they claim to be are superheroes on a quest to conquer the world through music. As a part of this mythology the band members have adopted superhero pseudonyms and dress in matching costumes. Their eclectic live show often includes onstage battles with costumed foes, and the band has built up an elaborate and ever-changing backstory of their origins and adventures, along with a roster of allies and enemies.
Though the group's lineup has fluctuated significantly throughout their career, vocalist The MC Bat Commander and bassist Crash McLarson have remained regular fixtures. Keyboard and saxophone player Jimmy the Robot has also been a lasting member, having joined the band in 1997. The Aquabats' early work was heavily rooted in the third wave of ska music, with touches of surf and punk rock. Over the years their music shifted towards more synthesizer-based rock with a new wave influence. Their current style blends elements of rock and roll, pop-punk, ska, and synthpop.
Though the group's lineup has fluctuated significantly throughout their career, vocalist The MC Bat Commander and bassist Crash McLarson have remained regular fixtures. Keyboard and saxophone player Jimmy the Robot has also been a lasting member, having joined the band in 1997. The Aquabats' early work was heavily rooted in the third wave of ska music, with touches of surf and punk rock. Over the years their music shifted towards more synthesizer-based rock with a new wave influence. Their current style blends elements of rock and roll, pop-punk, ska, and synthpop.
Discography!
Albums
1995
The Return of the Aquabats:Horchata Records: CD:First album: Only album with guitarist Ben the Brain, keyboardist Nacho and drummer Roddy B.
1997
The Fury of the Aquabats!:Goldenvoice:CD: First album with saxophonist Jimmy the Robot and with guitarist Ultra Kyu as a permanent member. Only album with drummer The Baron von Tito
1997
The Aquabats vs. the Floating Eye of Death! and Other Amazing Adventures Vol. 1:Goldenvoice:CD:Final album with guitarist Ultra Kyu and trumpeters Catboy and Prince Adam. Only album with drummer Doctor Rock.
2005
Charge!!:Nitro Records:CD:First album with drummer Ricky Fitness. Final album with guitarist Chainsaw the Prince of Karate.
EP's and Compiltations
2000
Myths, Legends, and Other Amazing Adventures, Vol. 2:Horchata Records/Fearless Records:CD:Compilation of outtakes from Fury and Floating Eye sessions.
2004
Yo! Check Out This Ride! EP:no label:CD: First recording with drummer Ricky Fitness. Final recording with trumpeter Prince Adam.
Track Listings coming soon
Member Lineups!
(1994–1997)
The Return of the Aquabats
* The Caped Commander - vocals
* Ben the Brain - guitar
* Chainsaw - guitar
* Crash McLarson - bass
* Catboy - trumpet
* Prince Adam - trumpet
* Nacho - keyboards
* Roddy B. - drums
(1997–199 cool
The Fury of the Aquabats!
* The Bat Commander - vocals
* Ultra Kyu - guitar, other strings
* Chainsaw the Prince of Karate - guitar
* Crash McLarson - bass
* Catboy - trumpet, other brass, organ
* Prince Adam - trumpet, synthesizer
* Jaime the Robot - saxophone, other brass and winds, keyboards
* The Baron von Tito - drums
(1998–2002)
The Aquabats vs. the Floating Eye of Death!
Myths, Legends, and Other Amazing Adventures, Vol. 2
* The MC Bat Commander - vocals
* The Mysterious Kyu - guitar
* Chainsaw the Prince of Karate - guitar
* Crash McLarson - bass
* Catboy - trumpet
* Prince Adam - trumpet, harpsichord
* The Robot - woodwinds, keyboards
* Doctor Rock - drums
(2002–2003)
live shows only
Serious Awesomeness! DVD
* The MC Bat Commander - vocals
* Chainsaw the Prince of Karate - guitar
* Crash McLarson - bass
* Catboy - trumpet
* Prince Adam - trumpet, harpsichord
* The Robot - woodwinds, keyboards
* Ricky Fitness - drums
(2003–2005)
Yo! Check Out This Ride! EP
* The MC Bat Commander - vocals
* Chainsaw the Prince of Karate - guitar
* Crash McLarson - bass
* Prince Adam - trumpet, guitar, synthesizer
* Jimmy the Robot - saxophone, keyboards
* Ricky Fitness - drums
(2005–2006)
Charge!!
* The MC Bat Commander - vocals
* Chainsaw the Prince of Karate - guitar
* Crash McLarson - bass
* Jimmy the Robot - keyboards
* Ricky Fitness - drums
(2006–current)
live shows only
* The MC Bat Commander - vocals
* Eagle "Bones" Falconhawk - guitar
* Crash McLarson - bass
* Jimmy the Robot - keyboards
* Ricky Fitness - drums
The Return of the Aquabats
* The Caped Commander - vocals
* Ben the Brain - guitar
* Chainsaw - guitar
* Crash McLarson - bass
* Catboy - trumpet
* Prince Adam - trumpet
* Nacho - keyboards
* Roddy B. - drums
(1997–199 cool
The Fury of the Aquabats!
* The Bat Commander - vocals
* Ultra Kyu - guitar, other strings
* Chainsaw the Prince of Karate - guitar
* Crash McLarson - bass
* Catboy - trumpet, other brass, organ
* Prince Adam - trumpet, synthesizer
* Jaime the Robot - saxophone, other brass and winds, keyboards
* The Baron von Tito - drums
(1998–2002)
The Aquabats vs. the Floating Eye of Death!
Myths, Legends, and Other Amazing Adventures, Vol. 2
* The MC Bat Commander - vocals
* The Mysterious Kyu - guitar
* Chainsaw the Prince of Karate - guitar
* Crash McLarson - bass
* Catboy - trumpet
* Prince Adam - trumpet, harpsichord
* The Robot - woodwinds, keyboards
* Doctor Rock - drums
(2002–2003)
live shows only
Serious Awesomeness! DVD
* The MC Bat Commander - vocals
* Chainsaw the Prince of Karate - guitar
* Crash McLarson - bass
* Catboy - trumpet
* Prince Adam - trumpet, harpsichord
* The Robot - woodwinds, keyboards
* Ricky Fitness - drums
(2003–2005)
Yo! Check Out This Ride! EP
* The MC Bat Commander - vocals
* Chainsaw the Prince of Karate - guitar
* Crash McLarson - bass
* Prince Adam - trumpet, guitar, synthesizer
* Jimmy the Robot - saxophone, keyboards
* Ricky Fitness - drums
(2005–2006)
Charge!!
* The MC Bat Commander - vocals
* Chainsaw the Prince of Karate - guitar
* Crash McLarson - bass
* Jimmy the Robot - keyboards
* Ricky Fitness - drums
(2006–current)
live shows only
* The MC Bat Commander - vocals
* Eagle "Bones" Falconhawk - guitar
* Crash McLarson - bass
* Jimmy the Robot - keyboards
* Ricky Fitness - drums
