The Tug Fork River Band
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2006 |
| Defunct | 2013 |
| Headquarters | Indianapolis, Indiana , United States |
| Products | Groove metal music, EPs, albums |
The Tug Fork River Band was a groove metal ensemble rooted in Southern influences, originating from Indianapolis, Indiana, and active between 2006 and 2013.
History
The group came together in 2006, featuring Aaron Quinn on vocals, Justin Foxworth handling guitar duties, Brian Dukes playing bass, and David Leap on drums. In 2007, they independently launched their initial EP titled The Dirty Dirty. Their debut full-length record, Catch for Us the Metal, was issued in May 2009 under the Wounded Records label. Originally intended to contribute to a tribute album honoring Dimebag Darrell, plans changed following Leap's exit in 2011, with Derek Schweilbold stepping in as drummer. The band self-released the EP Vulture in 2012, which was initially humorously named POOP-EP, featuring cover art crafted by Foxworth. The lyric video for the track "Ex Wives" from this release received favorable critiques. To support Vulture, they embarked on a tour alongside Becoming the Archetype. Their concluding EP, No Hope for Man (2013), is widely regarded as their most distinguished project. Due to popular demand from their audience, they reissued the The Dirty Dirty EP in 2017.
Members
Final lineup
- Aaron Quinn – lead vocals (2006–2013)
- Justin Foxworth – guitar (2006–2013)
- Brian Dukes – bass guitar and backing vocals (2006–2013)
- Derek Schweilbold – drums (2011–2013)
Previous members
- David Leap – drums (2006–2011)
Discography
Albums
- Catch for Us the Metal (2009, Wounded Records)
Extended plays
- The Dirty Dirty (2007)
- Vulture (2012)
- No Hope for Man (2013)