Artist description Ska so good that it makes the Specials proud. So hardcore that it knocks the pants off of Victory Records. The Finest in ska-core.

Music Style SkaCORE, Punk, Hardcore, Metal, Thrash

Musical Influences Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Link80, Madness, Voodoo Glow Skulls, Homegrown, Less than Jake, Catch 22, Misfits,

Similar Artists Link 80, Mighty Mighty Bosstones, and Less than Jake

Artist History The Citizens are now defunct. But the members of this band has spawn some great new bands. Chris McCune is now drumming for "The Vacancy" on A.F. records. Check them out at /artists/453/the_vacancy.html Jon McCune is now guitar and vox with "Better Off Dead" (Pittsburgh) on Jump Start Records. Hear them at /artists/348/better_off_dead1.html Chris is also playing with Jake (now playing bass) with October. Formed in 1996, the Citizens have gone through a plethora of members before settling on the final line up. The Citizens have 2 releases - "Skone EP" and "Harder Than You're Used To...Live - and are currently working on their first full length studio piece "How To Start A Riot," released May. The Citizens have shared the stage with such acts as The Gadjits, Homegrown, the Amazing Crowns, Grade, Jersey, Pilfers, Spitvalves, Teen Idols, The Lillingtons, The Insyderz, Whatever It Takes, Craig's Brother, Two Timer, Ace Troubleshooter, and River City Rebels

Group Members - Jonathan McCune: Guitar, VOX - Scot Rutledge: Bass, bgv - Mike Weber - Trombone, bgv - Chad Neville: Tenor Sax, bgv - Chris McCune: Drums, VOX - Chris Newcome: Guitar, bgv

Instruments Drums, Guitar, Bass, Sax, Trombone, and Trumpet

Press Reviews Ever heard of Beaver County, Pennsylvania? Well, you will. After 4 years of blood, sweat, and tears research, THE CITIZENS have come up with a recipe of rhythm that will engulf the minds of the world. Is this an attempt at world domination? No. It is an attempt to help a world plagued with music that sucks, by releasing hard-hitting hits such as 'Akira' and 'Altoids' and fast paced tunes like 'Please Don't Change,' 'Works Bomb,' and 'Eleven:Eleven.' Who are these geniuses, you might ask? Jonathan McCune, plays guitar and sings. Scot Rutledge plays the bass. Chris 'Duke' Newcome plays guitar and gives a few harmonies. Mike Weber plays the slide trombones. Chad Neville graces the stage on the tenor saxophone and with his voice. And last but not least, Chris McCune lays down the blueprints on the drums and lead vocals. So, now that you know the band, check them out in your hometown, and let them know what you think about them. The Citizens C/O Jonathan McCune 289 Sherwood Dr. Monaca, PA 15061 rockinrecs@hotmail.com 724-775-3676

Additional Info Watch for touring.

Location Pittsburgh, PA - USA

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