Brownsville Station (band)

Brownsville Station was an American rock band from Ann Arbor, Michigan, that was most active in the 1970s. They are primarily known for their hit single "Smokin' in the Boys Room," which reached the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1973.

The band was formed in 1969 and originally consisted of Cub Koda (guitar, vocals), Michael Lutz (bass, vocals), T.J. Cronley (drums), and Mike Soloway (guitar). After Soloway's departure, Henry "H-Bomb" Weck joined on drums, with Cronley moving to guitar. The band's name was reportedly inspired by a blues song title and a gas station sign.

Brownsville Station's music was characterized by its hard-driving, blues-influenced rock sound. They released several albums throughout the 1970s, including "No BS" (1970), "Yeah!" (1972), and "School Punks" (1974). While "Smokin' in the Boys Room" remains their signature song, they also had moderate success with other tracks like "Rock and Roll Holiday" and "Kings of the Party."

The band went through several lineup changes over the years and eventually disbanded in the late 1970s. Cub Koda pursued a solo career and became a well-respected music journalist and historian before his death in 2000. Michael Lutz continued to be involved in music. While the band never achieved mainstream superstardom, Brownsville Station remains a memorable act from the 1970s rock scene, particularly for their iconic hit single. "Smokin' in the Boys Room" was later successfully covered by the band Mötley Crüe in 1985, further solidifying its place in rock history.