The Dropskots

THE DROPSKOTS are a four-piece punk rock band from Denver, CO, and have been the torchbearers of the Denver skate-punk scene since brothers Jesse (Guitar) and Dan Fox (Drums) joined together with singer/bassist Matt Strayer to form the band in the winter of 1999. Shortly after their formation THE DROPSKOTS released a DEMO/LP entitled The Land of Aracely in late 1999 that was so well received that they got right back in the studio and quickly followed suit in the winter of 2000 with a self-titled full length (The Dropskots, 2000). The bands DIY attitude and reputation for unyielding and energetic live shows resulted in an enormously loyal fan base, making THE DROPSKOTS a major player in the Denver punk scene.

After their self-titled release in 2000, THE DROPSKOTS went on numerous DIY tours throughout the mid-west and west coast, rocking out legendary punk rock spots like Chicago’s Fireside Bowl and L.A.’s The Roxy, gaining many steadfast fans along the way. Due to THE DROPSKOTS local popularity, they have also been tapped to open for bands like Sum 41, Fallout Boy, Unwritten Law, AutoPilot Off, Gob, The Voodoo Glow Skulls, Mustard Plug, Sugarcult, The Riddlin’ Kids, Homegrown, the Eyeliners, The Aquabats, and many more. Keeping in tune with this wave of momentum, THE DROPSKOTS began recording tons of new tracks that can be heard on numerous comps throughout the country. The response to the new songs just provided more fuel for THE DROPSKOTS fire and they began the process of writing a new record.

During the course of writing and recording the new record, THE DROPSKOTS realized the need to further expand and broaden the composition of their music. Moving singer Matt Strayer over to rhythm guitar, the band added a fourth, spectacular new member to the band—bass player Chris “Tof” Tafoya. Tafoya’s stage presence, musical talent and songwriting capability have been a huge compliment to THE DROPSKOTS, helping them round out and develop their signature sound.

THE DROPSKOTS greatest accomplishment comes most recently in the form of their brand new full length, Unplayed Music That May or May Not Be Heard. Over two years in the making, the band has meticulously practicing, demo-ing, writing, re-writing, and ultimately perfecting 14 brand new tracks that make up this phenomenal full length. After one listen, the watertight and contagious melodies will overcome the listener. THE DROPSKOTS do it all on this album: fast catchy punk songs, mid-tempo catchy punk songs, and a couple slow-paced catchy punk songs. This release highlights the ability of THE DROPSKOTS to work together to produce captivating, intelligent punk rock tunes, with reflective lyrics that everyone can relate to. A sold out CD release show at Denver’s famous Bluebird Theater further reveals this, strengthening their touring power when they kick things off a huge west-coast tour in the fall of 2006 with a follow-up east coast tour in the spring of 2007.