Westbound Train
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Hi Everyone, Westbound Train is playing shows on the North East later this month! We have some special guests including Vic Ruggiero of the Slackers, The Loving Paupers amore
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Past
MAR
30
2024
Brooklyn, NY
Gold Sounds
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MAR
29
2024
Cambridge, MA
Sonia Live Music Venue
I Was There
MAR
23
2024
Baltimore, MD
Metro Baltimore
I Was There
MAR
22
2024
Philadelphia, PA
City Winery Philadelphia
I Was There
AUG
19
2023
Cambridge, MA
Lizard Lounge
I Was There
APR
15
2016
Cambridge, MA
Middle East
I Was There
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About Westbound Train
Westbound Train is a ska band from Boston, Massachusetts, formed in 2001.
Westbound Train is a ska band formed in 2001 in Boston, Massachusetts. Their music captures the essence of classic reggae, ska, and rocksteady, blending these genres with a modern touch. The band's name was inspired by the Dennis Brown hit song "Westbound Train".
Their debut album, "Searching for a Melody," was released in 2002. They followed up with their second album, "Five to Two," in 2005, which was notable for featuring guest appearances from Alex Desert of Hepcat and King Django. This album was later re-released by Stomp Records in 2006. The band signed with Hellcat Records, under which they released "Transitions" in 2006 and "Come and Get It" in 2009. In 2022, they released "Dedication," marking a significant return after a lengthy hiatus.
Westbound Train has been active in the touring circuit, participating in events like the Summer of Ska tour in 2006 and the Fall of Ska tour later the same year, sharing stages with bands like Suburban Legends, Big D and the Kids Table, Voodoo Glow Skulls, and Catch 22. Not to mention Vans Warped Tour in 2009.
Westbound Train is a ska band formed in 2001 in Boston, Massachusetts. Their music captures the essence of classic reggae, ska, and rocksteady, blending these genres with a modern touch. The band's name was inspired by the Dennis Brown hit song "Westbound Train".
Their debut album, "Searching for a Melody," was released in 2002. They followed up with their second album, "Five to Two," in 2005, which was notable for featuring guest appearances from Alex Desert of Hepcat and King Django. This album was later re-released by Stomp Records in 2006. The band signed with Hellcat Records, under which they released "Transitions" in 2006 and "Come and Get It" in 2009. In 2022, they released "Dedication," marking a significant return after a lengthy hiatus.
Westbound Train has been active in the touring circuit, participating in events like the Summer of Ska tour in 2006 and the Fall of Ska tour later the same year, sharing stages with bands like Suburban Legends, Big D and the Kids Table, Voodoo Glow Skulls, and Catch 22. Not to mention Vans Warped Tour in 2009.
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Genres:
Rnb-soul, Ska, Rocksteady, R&b/soul, Reggae, Soul
Band Members:
Drums - Eric Novod, Vocals and Trombone - Obi Fernandez, Bass - Thaddeus Merritt, Keys - Gideon Blumenthal, Trumpet - Rich Graiko, Lead Guitar - Alex Brumel, Tenor Sax - Carlos Menezes, Rhythm Guitar - Alex Stern
Hometown:
Boston, Massachusetts
No upcoming shows
Send a request to Westbound Train to play in your city
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Similar Artists On Tour
Latest Post
Westbound Train
8 months ago
Hi Everyone, Westbound Train is playing shows on the North East later this month! We have some special guests including Vic Ruggiero of the Slackers, The Loving Paupers amore
concerts and tour dates
Past
MAR
30
2024
Brooklyn, NY
Gold Sounds
I Was There
MAR
29
2024
Cambridge, MA
Sonia Live Music Venue
I Was There
MAR
23
2024
Baltimore, MD
Metro Baltimore
I Was There
MAR
22
2024
Philadelphia, PA
City Winery Philadelphia
I Was There
AUG
19
2023
Cambridge, MA
Lizard Lounge
I Was There
APR
15
2016
Cambridge, MA
Middle East
I Was There
Show More Dates
About Westbound Train
Westbound Train is a ska band from Boston, Massachusetts, formed in 2001.
Westbound Train is a ska band formed in 2001 in Boston, Massachusetts. Their music captures the essence of classic reggae, ska, and rocksteady, blending these genres with a modern touch. The band's name was inspired by the Dennis Brown hit song "Westbound Train".
Their debut album, "Searching for a Melody," was released in 2002. They followed up with their second album, "Five to Two," in 2005, which was notable for featuring guest appearances from Alex Desert of Hepcat and King Django. This album was later re-released by Stomp Records in 2006. The band signed with Hellcat Records, under which they released "Transitions" in 2006 and "Come and Get It" in 2009. In 2022, they released "Dedication," marking a significant return after a lengthy hiatus.
Westbound Train has been active in the touring circuit, participating in events like the Summer of Ska tour in 2006 and the Fall of Ska tour later the same year, sharing stages with bands like Suburban Legends, Big D and the Kids Table, Voodoo Glow Skulls, and Catch 22. Not to mention Vans Warped Tour in 2009.
Westbound Train is a ska band formed in 2001 in Boston, Massachusetts. Their music captures the essence of classic reggae, ska, and rocksteady, blending these genres with a modern touch. The band's name was inspired by the Dennis Brown hit song "Westbound Train".
Their debut album, "Searching for a Melody," was released in 2002. They followed up with their second album, "Five to Two," in 2005, which was notable for featuring guest appearances from Alex Desert of Hepcat and King Django. This album was later re-released by Stomp Records in 2006. The band signed with Hellcat Records, under which they released "Transitions" in 2006 and "Come and Get It" in 2009. In 2022, they released "Dedication," marking a significant return after a lengthy hiatus.
Westbound Train has been active in the touring circuit, participating in events like the Summer of Ska tour in 2006 and the Fall of Ska tour later the same year, sharing stages with bands like Suburban Legends, Big D and the Kids Table, Voodoo Glow Skulls, and Catch 22. Not to mention Vans Warped Tour in 2009.
Show More
Genres:
Rnb-soul, Ska, Rocksteady, R&b/soul, Reggae, Soul
Band Members:
Drums - Eric Novod, Vocals and Trombone - Obi Fernandez, Bass - Thaddeus Merritt, Keys - Gideon Blumenthal, Trumpet - Rich Graiko, Lead Guitar - Alex Brumel, Tenor Sax - Carlos Menezes, Rhythm Guitar - Alex Stern
Hometown:
Boston, Massachusetts
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