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The Sonics are an American rock and roll group formed in 1960 in Tacoma, Washington. They are recognized as pioneers of "proto-punk" and "garage rock." Initially, they performed in local dance halls and high schools until they were discovered by a bass player. The band recorded two LPs with Ormsby, released in 1965, and achieved some minor hits before disbanding in 1969. They reunited in 2007 and were still actively performing as of 2015. The Sonics are renowned for their raw and powerful sound, characterized by Gerry Roslie’s lyrics that often hint at themes of drugs, troubled relationships, and disturbing mental states. The original lineup consisted of Gerry Roslie (organ, piano, lead vocals), Rob Lind (saxophone, vocals, harmonica), Larry Parypa (lead guitar, vocals), Andy Parypa (bass guitar), and Bob Bennett (drums). By 2015, the lineup included Gerry Roslie, Rob Lind, Larry Parypa, Freddie Dennis (bass guitar, lead vocals), and Dusty Watson (drums).

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