Suburban Legends are an American third wave ska band[1] that formed in Hunt… Read Full Bio ↴Suburban Legends are an American third wave ska band[1] that formed in Huntington Beach, California, in 1998 and later based themselves in Santa Ana, California. The band started out as a third wave ska band, but later moved to a pop and disco sound after a number of lineup changes in 2005. Since 2009 the band has returned to its ska roots, also incorporating Disney covers in their repertoire. Currently trombonist Brian Robertson is the only member that has been in the band since its inception. Vince Walker is also a founding member, but left the band in 2004, only to return in 2005, and guitarist Brian Klemm has been with the band since 1999.Current line up
Vincent Walker - Lead vocals, trumpet, guitar, acoustic guitar, keyboard (2005–present), trumpet, backing vocals (1998–2004)
Chris Lucca - trumpet (2013–present, 2009-2013 touring)
Brian "Robot" Robertson - trombone, backing vocals (1998–present)
Brian Klemm - lead guitar, vocals (1999–present)
Brad Polidori - bass, backing vocals (2010–present)
Edward Larsen - drums (2013–present)
Touring members

Zanzibar
Suburban Legends Lyrics

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The opening line to Suburban Legends' song "Zanzibar" captures our attention and immediately draws us into a world of mystery and adventure. The song's lyrics paint a vivid picture of a fantastical place, where danger and excitement lurk around every corner. The verses describe a journey undertaken by the singer to Zanzibar, an exotic island located somewhere off the coast of Africa.

As the song progresses, we are swept up in the singer's exhilaration and awe at the wonders that Zanzibar has to offer. He seductively sings about how the island feels like a dream and how it's unlike any other place he's ever been to, with its lush jungles, turquoise waters, and colorful nightlife. But lurking beneath the enchanting veneer of the island is a darker side, represented by the "untold horrors" that he hints at throughout the song.

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