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The Phonetics

BACK IN ACTION SUMMER 2007

About Me

The Phonetics: A 6 piece collaboration featuring former Detroit ska veterans Ich Bin Ein Berliner and Aks Mamma. As a result of the retirement of such veteran ska bands as The Skolars, The Exceptions, Gangster Fun, and The Parka Kings, there came a couple musicians who decided that the next generation of skankers needed to be exposed to a less punk influenced ska sound, which flourished back in the 90's. It was a time when going to ska shows was an exciting event and admission was under five dollars. It was a time when the guys would throw on their two tone suits and the gals would pull up their fishnets and strap on their plaid skirts and boots. It was a time when the moshing was left for the punks and the dancing was left for the rude boys. www.myspace.com/thephonetics.
Some sad news to report, Val has decided to leave us cause she is training for a trip to Mars and won't have the time for the Phonetics while on Mars. Just kidding, Val isn't going to Mars but she is leaving the band. Val has been with the group from the beginning and she will be missed. We wish you the best of luck with all your future projects.
Please say hello to our newest members Christina (vocals) and Seth (drums), and welcome back Mr. Dave on the trumpet.
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Member Since: 5/7/2004
Band Website: thephonetics.com
Band Members: Chris-Vocals

Paul-Bass

Darren-Guitar

Chris-Trombone

Dave-Trumpet

Seth-Drums
Influences: Bim Skala Bim, The Toasters, The Specials, The Scofflaws, The Skatalites, The Slackers, Ich Bin Ein Berliner, The Exceptions, Gangster Fun, Aks Mamma
Record Label: Charming Records
Type of Label: None