The Infantry Rockers formed in 1999 as a dub reggae band based out of Madison, Wisconsin. Originally a collective of various musicians and djs under the leadership of Dub Insurgent, the Infantry Rockers evolved into its present direction, which now mixes ragga, cumbia, dub and dancehall reggae sounds.
With time and several membership changes, the most current lineup includes musicians from Africa, South America, Central America and the USA. Some of the band members have been fortunate enough to be influenced by sounds from their travels while living in Europe, South America, Africa and the Middle East. These experiences and influences shaped the bandÂ’s sound and political direction.
The Infantry Rockers have always been politically active and community oriented by aiding various organizations through benefit concerts. The Infantry Rockers hope to promote various ideas of peace, justice, corporate accountability, anti-imperialism, as well as other social, economic and political causes through its music and actions.