The Expendables formed in Santa Cruz around 2003, with Geoff Weers on vocals and guitar, Ryan DeMars on bass, Adam Patterson on drums, and David 'Rocky' Rock on guitar. They spent their early years playing West Coast clubs and festivals, building a following through steady touring.
Their 2007 single 'Ganja Smuggling' became a breakout track, its straightforward reggae rhythm and subject matter connecting with listeners. Other songs like 'Let Her Go' and 'Positive Mind' show their range within a California reggae-rock style.
They've released albums including 'Gettin' High on You' in 2008 and '420' in 2010. The band's music tends to stay grounded in reggae rhythms while incorporating rock elements, avoiding the more polished production of some contemporaries.
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