New lineup for 2009 is Jeff Champlin (guitar & vocals), Warren Kaye (bass), Brad Rhodus (drums) and Greg Cahill (guitar).
Influences
The Meters, Bob Marley, Led Zeppelin, Galactic, Otis Redding, Buddy Guy, The Band, John Coltrane, Freddie Hubbard, Jimmy Smith, Built to Spill, Pavement, Modest Mouse, The Flaming Lips, Santana, Galactic, MMW, Soulive, Poncho Sanchez, The Buena Vista Social Club, Ozomatli, Tribe Called Quest, Jimi Hendrix, The Doors, CAN, James Brown, Parliament, John Scofield, The New Mastersounds, Curtis Mayfield, Sly and The Family Stone, Miles Davis, Jimmy Cliff, MOE, The Grateful Dead, Life, Death, Love, Politics, War, Peace, Family, Relationships, Friends & many, many other things.
Hailing from SoCal, Retro Transit Authority (RTA) combines a variety of styles to form its unique, groove-oriented, fusion rock sound. Juicy riffs, funky beats, & smokey vocals take the listener back in time while bridging the gap between generations of listeners. The band infuses youthful energy and creative vibes to provide a sound that is funkier, friendlier and more addictive than ever. All aboard!!
Retro Transit Authority's Friend Space (Randomized)
Hey, Shawn & Kevin from LA's Rock Cover Band Forever Vinyl wants to invite you down to our Open-Mike Nights. We will be hosting Open-Mike the next 3 Wednesdays @ Venice Bistro in Venice (5:30-10pm). It's right on the Venice Boardwalk with tons of foot traffic to hear you. We will also be hosting one every Tues (except May 13) at Aura Rest. & Nightclub in Studio City (8-11pm). This is a large semi-trendy nightclub, large stage, and a great venue. We will provide PA, acoustic guitars, acoustic bass, electric piano, and percussion. Just come on down, sign-in and you'll get to play 2-3 songs (original or covers). This is a great opportunity to play your music, promote shows, sell cds, and network with many other musicians. Spread the word and let me know if you're interested and I'll get you the addresses. Thanks Shawn ~ Forever Vinyl
a million thanks for filling up our backyard with sweet tunes once again. the crowd loved it! a ton of compliments to you guys from a lot of the attendees :o)= put up a bunch of pics and one video from the party(though it's a little dark)...check em out..
Nate what the fuck bro i didnt know you were in this band.I thought it sounded cool but didnt even see who was in it.Haha! thats awesome bro i hope you are doing well.
Hey Hey,
Just checking in to see how things are going these days? Looking forward to meeting up at a show at some point. Keep in touch.
Cheers,
Matt & Kane
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