Over a decade on the scene & just completing their 5th Warped Tour, The Fab Rudies sound is an eclectic blend of styles with a heavy dose of lively, infectious energy reminiscent of the best of 80’s ska but with a modernized, intelligent feel. The Fab Rudies have a new CD EP, HELP ME that they released this past summer of 2010 on Fun1One Records, while on tour. However, the CD was picked up by Tate Music Group (TMG) and is being repackaged with an additional 2 songs to make it a full length CD to be released, December 14th, 2010.
They have often been compared to No Doubt but with a harder edge, and according to the band, the comparison has been both a blessing and a curse. Kevin Lyman, founder and organizer of the Van’s Warped Tour, said that The Fab Rudies are “on the crest of the next wave in alternative music.” And why not? The revamped Fab Rudies possess all the attributes for success with their New Release, their best & heaviest CD yet.
The Fab Rudies are fronted by the teen singing sensation, Kailyn Voris (her fans say Justin Bieber has nothing on her). Kailyn recently signed a contract with Zuri Models & Talent and is featured in many commercials, print ads, etc. Kailyn, as well as The Fab Rudies, will be featured in the movie, Music High, to be filmed this spring of 2011, and to be released by Universal Pictures in theatres in 65 countries. Kailyn is the daughter of founding band member and singer Tom “Tommy2Rude” Voris. The rest of The Fab Rudies current line-up are made up of young seasoned veterans hand-picked by Tom and are sure to delight even the casual listener. Tommy2Rude mans the male lead vocals and provides the experience and political edge behind the group. Lead guitarist and Music Institute current student, Aidan Spencer, can shred with the best of them. Listen to his solo from the new CD on the song, Tears of a Clown. Rhythm guitar duties go to Chris Dobbins. When he’s not playing with the rudies, he’s playing with his other band, San Diego Punk outfit, Best Regret. His brother & Best Regret band-mate, Cody Dobbins, mans the drums. Bass player, Alec Erickson, rounds out the line-up, is from the now defunct classic rock band, Midnight Rose.
The Fab Rudies will be touring most of 2011 which starts with SXSW in Austin, Texas. While on the tour, The Fab Rudies will knock you off your feet and then make ‘em move. It’s real music with teeth. Their sound will HIT you with fist pumping, heart pounding rock; at the same time, get you on the dance floor with a groove that will keep you movin’ all night long. The Fab Rudies are not to be missed. Check them out on their site @ www.thefabrudies.com. Also check them out @ www.myspace.com/punkrockhs. Two of their songs are featured on the Soundtrack for PUNK ROCK HIGH SCHOOL available on iTunes now.
