The Ataris’ Kristopher Roe Reveals Untold Stories & Indie Rock Truths | Music Matters Exclusive
The Indiana-bred pop-punk outfit the Ataris gained cult status in the late '90s with a series of albums before gaining independent chart success with 2001's End Is Forever. The group, led by singer/guitarist Kris Roe, gained widespread attention with 2003's So Long, Astoria, which included a cover of Don Henley's "Boys of Summer," hitting number 24 on the Billboard 200. Despite line-up changes, Roe continues to lead the group, touring often and showcasing his knack for alt-rock hooks on albums like 2007's Welcome the Night and 2016's October in This Railroad Earth. Formed in 1996 in Anderson, Indiana, the Ataris originally began as the home demo-recording project of lead singer/guitarist Kristopher Roe and guitarist Jasin Thomason. The group were discovered a year later by Vandals founder Joe Escalante after songwriter Kris Roe met him at a concert. Impressed by his demo tape, Escalante asked Roe to put together a full band and record for his label, Kung-Fu Records. Roe then picked up and moved to California in search of bandmates (Thomason decided to stay in Indiana), and eventually added guitarist Marco Peña, bassist Mike Davenport, and former Lagwagon drummer Derrick Plourde. Plourde was later replaced by new drummer Chris Knapp. Website https://www.TheAtarisBand.com https://www.Instagram.com#theataris https://www.Facebook.com/theataris About Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris The Music Matters Podcast is hosted by Darrell Craig Harris, a globally published music journalist, professional musician, and Getty Images photographer. Music Matters is now available on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, and more. Each week, Darrell interviews renowned artists, musicians, music journalists, and insiders from the music industry. Visit us at: https://www.MusicMattersPodcast.com Follow us on Twitter: https://www.Twitter.com/musicmattersdh For inquiries, contact: musicmatterspodcastshow@gmail.com Support our mission via PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/payDarrell #theataris #podcast #indierock
About The Ataris
The Ataris are an American punk rock band from Anderson, Indiana. Formed in 1996, they released five studio albums between 1997 and 2007. Their best-selling album is So Long, Astoria (2003), which was certified gold. Their high-charting single is their cover of Don Henley's "The Boys of Summer" from So Long, Astoria. The only constant member throughout their history has been singer/songwriter/guitarist Kristopher "Kris" Roe.
More about The Ataris→Added
Know someone who'd love this clip?
Share it with friends and fellow fans.
