VISION

TRANSIT believes American music needs to take one more step forward...

The American rock sound seems to often lack the incredible melodies coming from European acts, or they are an exact copy of those bands, and lose their aggressiveness American music is known for. TRANSIT is working to bridge the gap. Somewhere between sentimental melody and raw emotion, TRANSIT creates a new American World-Rock sound combining great tenor melodies, hopeful lyrics and ethnic-influenced rhythms in artful, yet simple, modern pop-rock songs.

HISTORY

In Lubbock, TX, home of Buddy Holly...

Lead singer, Chris Ray, and Guitar player, Scott Marshall, met at Texas Tech University and would perform together with other bands for 8 years. They shared a vision for their own sound along the lines of a U2 or Coldplay, but with underlying world-rhythm energy, and set off to pursue it via TRANSIT in 2004. Arno Roensch, the drummer, was added; and brought Latin rhythm influences to the duo's modern rock songs. Bass player David Petrey was the final addition, contributing a steady foundation to the vibrant sound. The band might have a little "Texas" in them somewhere, but they aspire to create a sound anyone can identify with. Dallas-based, the band song-write together, and also share the business tasks for the group.

LIVE

From 2004 to the present...

TRANSIT has performed in Dallas' Deep Ellum club scene, Dallas' Firewater Grill, Denton clubs such as Cool Beans and Hailey's, in addition to planned shows in Austin. TRANSIT has also enjoyed the opportunity to work with music students at the Septien Entertainment Group in Dallas, TX. They performed two Septien showcase concerts at the Granada Theater (2004-2005). The band performed with other artists including BLONDIE, and the B-52S, at the TASTE ADDISON FESTIVAL, one of the largest gatherings in Dallas-Ft. Worth. Transit also played for OPERATION ENDURING SUPPORT, a rally to support American armed services overseas, which aired on The Armed Forces Television Network. Their song MIDNIGHT RIDE is also featured in an independent film called "The Adventure Club," (Spring, 2006, www.myspace.com/countercultureproductions ).


INFLUENCES

Include: U2, Coldplay, Radio Head, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Keane, The Beatles, Paul Simon, Ryan Adams, The Killers, STING and The Police, Dave Matthews Band, No Doubt, Rich Mullins, and Johnny Cash


THE BAND

Chris Ray (Lead Singer and Keys)

Chris, Lead Singer and Keys-player for TRANSIT, currently produces and song-writes for the band as well. In addition, he teaches voice and coordinates events at the Septien Center for Artist Training. A graduate in music from Texas Tech University, he is someone who loves music with no boundaries and is in pursuit of the perfect song.

Scott Marshall (Guitars and Backing Vocals)

Scott plays Electric and acoustic Guitars in addition to performing backing vocals. Scott is a dedicated rock guitarist with diverse influences, that grasps the art of playing "with" other musicians. A graduate in business from Texas Tech University, he is active in home remodeling, and family life.

Arno Roensch (Drummer/Percussionist)

Arno is from Espanola, NM (formerly known as the "Low-rider Capital of the World"), and has a BA from the University of New Mexico. In addition to his role as TRANSIT's drummer, he performs and records with an array of artists throughout north Texas, and is a percussion accompanist for modern dancers at Texas Women's University and the University of North Texas in Denton.

David Petrey (Bass)
A tasteful musician, Dallas-born Transit bassist, David Petrey, also plays guitar, piano and sings. He describes himself as being, "a little into Sci-Fi stuff," and his favorite artists include Ryan Adams, Sorta (from Dallas), Elliott Smith, Death Cab For Cutie, and Clem Snide.