Playing their distinct brand of ska, this eight-piece band was like no othe… Read Full Bio ↴Playing their distinct brand of ska, this eight-piece band was like no other in Manhattan, Kansas. Guitarist David Spiker began playing with drummer David Darby and keyboardist Donnyves Laroque in fall 1995. Shortly thereafter, they added a 3-piece horn section and bassist Jayson Sullivan. Ruskabank went through two other horn players before settling on the classic lineup of Dave Studnicka (trombone), Jamie Rogers (trumpet), and Ben Schierling (tenor saxophone).

They began practicing in the music room in the basement of Moore Hall at KSU, and threw all their diverse influences into one big pot and let it simmer until the Ruskabank sound came out. They mixed up heavy metal, ska, jazz and even Rush to create a potent, danceable mix of sounds. Ruskabank's debut CD is titled "This Took Some Time," and can be purchased along with other band merchandise through their web site, even though the band no longer exists.

Ruskabank was:
David Darby - drummer
Donnyves Laroque - keyboard
Chris Mayne - trumpet
Jamie Rogers - trumpet
Ben Schierling - tenor sax
Dave Spiker - guitar, vocals
Dave Studnicka - trombone
Jayson Sullivan - bass

One Shot Judy
Ruskabank Lyrics

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Get in line and she'll be able to knock you out and under the table. Get in line, don't doubt it, because that's what she's about. Get in line for One Shot Judy, hit hit!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Ruskabank's song "One Shot Judy" seem to describe a woman who is not to be messed with. She can "knock you out and under the table" with just one hit. The repetition of "Get in line" suggests that there are many people who are willing to try their luck with her, but they had better not doubt her abilities because that is "what she's about." The exclamation of "hit hit!" at the end further reinforces the idea of her power and skill.

This song could be interpreted in different ways depending on the listener's perspective. One could see One Shot Judy as a symbol of empowerment and strength, a woman who is able to hold her own in a male-dominated world. Alternatively, she could be seen as a cautionary tale about the dangers of excess and recklessness. The imagery of getting "knocked out and under the table" could be interpreted as a warning against overindulgence in alcohol or drugs.

Line by Line Meaning

Get in line and she'll be able to knock you out and under the table.
Standing in a queue, One Shot Judy has the skill to knock a person unconscious and lay them under a table.

Get in line, don't doubt it, because that's what she's about.
Join the line without any hesitation as One Shot Judy is known for her abilities to do so.

Get in line for One Shot Judy, hit hit!
Step forward and wait patiently in line for One Shot Judy to do her magic punches and knock her opponents out.

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