Hello my name is TJ. and I have a band named “the Rockets”. We play exclusively at my Grandpa's restaurant. However a friend of ours who is a big rock star in the multiverse. Has shown us a way in which we can play here and still reach the rest of the galaxy, the universe, and the multiverse. Since then things have been quite a whirl-wind for all of us. The band and the restaurant. Each band member will tell you about three songs they have written or co-written
Want to meet the band? First is Max. He plays drums as well as any other percussion instrument the song may ask for. Max, want to say a few words?
Max is my name and playing drums is my game. I look human enough except my skin is scaly like a reptile, my eyeballs are the shape of a poisonous snake, and I have a fork tongue. My mom Sheely is a waitress here. My dad David works with Harvey and his crew. My family came from the planet “Bitis atropo”.
One of my favorite memories while playing. Has to be the time we were really into it, and rocking the house. All of a sudden someone started tossing a bunch of inflatable balls around. I think those things made their way to every table in the place including the bar.
One of the songs I wrote “Goodbye My Friend” I wrote in memory of a friend I had ( He didn’t die, his family moved away). Another one I wrote was “Going Crazy” A song I wrote during a very challenging time in my life. I also wrote “Diamonds in your eyes” A love song I wrote for my girlfriend.
As you know my name is Bethany. I am T.J’s. kid sister, plus the co-writer of many of the band's songs. Where as TJ. took after our mom and looks like a rainbow colored llama. I took after our dad and look like a normal human female. Along with co-writing the songs I also sing back up vocals for the band.
I love watching my brother on stage. He really knows how to work the crowd. One time he was dancing on stage and grabbed Ashley, and they both danced before everyone who was watching. Also another thrill for me, is when T.J. asked me to sing one of the songs I had written.
Two songs I co-wrote with T.J. “The Long Haul Space Transporter’ Which we wrote in honor of our late Great Grandfather Tony and “Dancing Among The Stars” Which we wrote in honor of our late Great Grand Parents Ambrose and Renee. The one song I wrote myself “Life Upon this Rock” Which talks about what life is like upon this Asteroid
My name is Ashley. I am T.J's girlfriend as well as co-writer of many of the songs I also sing backup vocals. I am the daughter of Brenda and Steve. My mom washes dishes here. And my dad tends the bar. I look like a mountain lion like my parents. Except I have brown fur with white spots.
Hey Bethany, you stole one of my favorite memories. Anyways yes dancing with T.J. on stage was cool. T.J. also asked me to sing one of the songsI wrote. Even though after each show. We are all hot and sweaty and tired, it is AWESOME just to feel that energy within yourself, the other band members, and the crowd.
I wrote the song “Giggles and Jiggles” Which is just a funny laugh out loud feel good song. I also wrote “Demon Slayer” Which is a song about standing up to your demons, and laying them to rest. I co-wrote the song “Get Up and Dance” A lively tune to get you out of your seat and moving
Travis speaking. I am the band’s back up percussionist for when they play songs that have two different percussions playing at the same time. I also can play back up with any of the other members of the group. My family and I came from the planet “Draco Ignis”. A strange planet, that it has no known orbit. It just floats around freely in space. I look human except I have a giant wingspan like a dragon, which when not in flight, they fold around me like a robe. I also have spikes that poke straight out, from the top of my head, all the way down the middle of my spine, My mom Jessica helps out on the wait staff, my dad Jim helps to greet and seat the customers.
One of my favorite things about the band. Is that no matter what part you play, we are all family, and T.J. really let’s you know that. We treat each other like flesh and blood family. Sure we have our schwables, fights, and arguments, but we always return to each other with love and kindness.
One of the songs I wrote is “Rainbows In The Sky” Which is about when the sun hits the morning dew just right creating rainbows. Another one I wrote was “Pod-racer Inferno” Which is a fast paced song about racing. One I co-wrote “Blaster Shootout” Which is about a showdown between good and evil.
Hello my name is Rose I am Max’s girlfriend as well as Keyboard and piano player in the group. My family is from the planet “Canis Lupus” I look like a wolf. Gray fur, pointy ears, sharp claws and fangs. I am the last from my planet. Just before my home planet blew up. My parents put me on a ship and launched it. I never saw my home or family again. After about a day of floating around in space aimlessly. I stopped into Charlie’s to get something to eat. From the start. This seemed like a nice place to settle down. So I stayed. I’m ever glad I did.
Along with Keyboard and piano. I can also play brass, and woodwind instruments too.
One or my favorite memories has to be the big end of the year party we have each year. Food, music, fun, it is always a good time. Also speaking of parties. We also hold get-togethers for major sporting events here. Those are always fun too. Mostly because the band plays for much, much bigger crowds during those times.
One song I wrote called “Friendly Danger” Which is about an ex-boyfriend. He started out friendly then became a danger to both myself and others around him. Another one I wrote was “Fight For Your Rights” Which is about standing up for what you believe in. even if you must stand alone. One I co-wrote “You’re Never Alone” Which talks about no matter what life throws at you. You need not face it alone. You do have support
Jim is my name and playing brass instruments is my game. Not only that, I’m Bethany’s boyfriend. Don’t worry, it’s cool that T.J. knows I’m dating his sister. As I said I am the main horn blower in this group. My family and I came from the planet “Lemur Catta””. I look like a Lemur Monkey, minus the tail. On the trip here my parents were sucked into a vortex. They just had time to put me in an escape pod and launch me into space.
I love playing in the band. We are all family and it shows, in every concert we do.
One song I wrote was “ Party All Night” Which is just that, a song about an all night party. I co-wrote “Spaced Out Drag” Which is about drag racing in space. I also wrote the song “Trouble at 1600 mph” which is about living life too fast and needing to slow down and enjoy the ride.
Alex “The Man” speaking now. I play all string instruments. It doesn’t matter what they are, I can play them. My family and I com from the planet “Macaca Mulatta” I look like a monkey. My fur is rainbow colored, my mom Darla helps with sound and lights, her fur is an ice blue color. My dad Jack works with the visual effects of the show. His fur is bright red.
I love playing in the band, and watching the crowd react. We have had to put up warnings for people from time to time. One says “No clothing thrown on stage please” another says ”Please cantain the urge to climb onto the stage while the band preforms.” there are others, but are not appropriate for children to read.
T.J, Ashley, and Bethany may be the main songwriters in the group. However every member has written songs. All of which get performed, and sometimes T.J. will ask you to sing them. That is one thing I like about T.J. he may be the leader of the band, but he gives credit where credit is due. He is out there to promote the talent of the band, not himself, and if shows in every show we do
My name is Jane woodwind instruments is my claim to fame. My family and I come fom the planet “Cumulonimbus Tuba” A very windy planet. I look like a Falcon with feathers of every color imaginable, and even a few colors with no name. Orange beak, I also have the legs and feet of a falcon, including the claws. My dad Vern and my mom Cathy look just like me. With my dad being the tallest, my mom slightly shorter, and then me the shortest.
Along with wind instruments, I can also play chimes and gongs.
I love playing with the group. We’re all one big family. A memory I hold dear to my heart is when upon my first birthday with them. They threw me the biggest surprise party I had ever had. Cake, presents, music, food, dancing, the whole works. It was a lot of fun.
One of the songs I wrote is called “Poisoned Cup” Sometimes a drink looks harmless and tasty but could end up killing you. Same with some people. They seem harmless at first, but could really be poison to your life. Also I wrote the song “ Hidden Treasure” Sometimes you have to dig past the tarnish and rust of one’s life, to find their true worth. Also I wrote the song “Who is the pilot?” We all need help and guidance in our lives. Who is yours?
Name is T.J. and I am the lead singer of the band. When another member is showcasing one of their songs, I move to back up vocals, but most times I am the man up front. Like others have said before. It’s all about the band, and the band’s achievements. I may be the front man, but I give credit where it is due.
One of my favorite moments will always be dancing with my girlfriend Ashley on stage during one of our songs, boy, was she surprised when I took her hand that day. Since then we have shared many more on stage. Another favorite memory is when I was on stage a female fan tried to climb on stage and approach me. Ashley placed her foot on top of the fans head, and shoved her back into the crowd. I love Ashley very much, so ladies and gents, don’t try to get between us.
I wrote the song “Vortex To Nowhere” a song about the approach of death and just accepting the end. I also wrote “Vampires in the Dark” it is about people who just seem to suck the life right out of you. Another I wrote “Sient Whispers” about having the one you love leave you for another.
Hope you enjoyed reading about the stories we had to tell. These are just a few of the hundreds of songs we have written. To give you an idea how long we have been together. We started playing when we were ten, and we all are now 18. 8 years together and we show no signs of stopping any time soon. We love what we do. Preforming, writing songs, just hanging out. We are a team and we let it show
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