The Drastics are a jazz-inspired reggae band that incorporates heavy dubs, traditional elements, and esoteric sounds. They perform original instrumental music, featuring a two-horn, tenor-trombone front line with live dub effects and jazz improvisation. Brian Citro joined The Drastics in 2005 and has been performing, touring, and recording with the band ever since. His distinctive tone, dynamic solos, and rhythm section playing have become central to the band’s sound and success.
The Drastics have released seven full-length albums, several EPs, and many singles, including albums on Jump Up Records and Happy as a Lark. Their most recent albums, The Drastics and Remassive, were released in 2024.