J.B.O.

A satirical metal act from Erlangen, Germany, J.B.O. (originally known as the James Blast Orchester, but the band had to change its name to the abbreviated form due to a legal matter) formed in 1989. The band got its start and achieved popularity with satirical and humorous cover versions of rock and disco. In 2000, the band decided to create original material. In its 15-plus years, the band has released more than 25 albums, starting with 1994's Eine Gute CD zum Kaufen! through 2007's Head Bang Boing, the latter a Top 40 hit in Germany. The band spent the majority of that year (2007) touring Central Europe. ~ Chris True