Trans FX | |
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| Also known as | Transfix • TFX |
| Origin | Olympia, Washington, U.S. |
| Genres | Rock, punk [1] |
| Years active | 2011–present |
| Labels | Joker's Got A Posse • Perennial • K Records • Sister Cylinder |
| Members | C. McDonnell Mirçe Popovic Abby Dahlquist Alex Coxen |
| Past members | S. Young Felisha Perez Chris Johnson D.A. Terrence Hayes Waring Nora McKinnon Steve Sharrett Lexxi Lovell Captain Tripps Ballsington (Producer) |
Trans FX is an American rock band formed in 2011 by songwriters Chris McDonnell and Scott Young in Olympia, Washington. [2] As of 2024, they have released seven albums and continue to operate as a collaborative band based in Olympia. [3] Their sound has been compared to that of Lou Reed, Happy Mondays, Brian Eno, Primal Scream, and The Jesus and Mary Chain. [4] [5] [6]
Initially called Transfix, the band was formed in McDonnell's home studio. Initially described as a deathrock band, [7] its initial lineup included Scott Young (keyboards, vocals), Chris McDonnell (guitar, vocals), Nora McKinnon (drums), and Steve Sharrett (bass). [7] The band recorded a full-length album with Olympia-based Dutch Tilt Records, released December 16, 2013. [7] Their second studio album, Into The Blu, was released on K Records in fall 2015. [6] This album marked a shift towards electronic pop, and the band shortened their name to Trans FX. [6] Young left the band in 2015 to pursue art. [2] In 2017, the band collaborated with Olympia-based CC Dust on the CCFX EP, released on DFA Records. [8]