Fenix TX

Fenix TX (styled as Fenix*TX) is an American pop punk band. The band originally formed as Riverfenix in 1995 in Houston, Texas. They released an EP, G.B.O.H., and an album, Riverfenix, on independent record labels, before having to change their name due to a cease and desist order from the estate of actor River Phoenix. Following the change of name, they signed with major label MCA Records in 1999. On MCA, they released two further albums, 1999's Fenix TX and 2001's Lechuza, which collectively sold over 600,000 units, prior to breaking up in 2002 over creative differences.

After the split, bassist Adam Lewis and drummer Damon DeLaPaz devoted themselves to their now defunct side project Sing the Body Electric, while vocalist/guitarist Will Salazar and guitarist Chris Lewis formed the band Denver Harbor.

In September 2005, Fenix TX announced their reunion. They released a live album, Purple Reign in Blood, and supported it with tours across the United States and Japan.

History

Early years

Fenix TX (album)

Fenix TX (typeset as Fenix*TX) is the first of three albums Fenix TX released after their name change. It was issued on July 13, 1999, by MCA and Drive-Thru Records.

The album is almost the same as the original Riverfenix release. "Skinhead Jessie", "Jaw" and the untitled tracks from Riverfenix were removed from this release, being replaced by the previously unreleased "Flight 601 (All I've Got Is Time)" and "Surf Song". The track listing had also been rearranged. When comparing the tracks that are common between the two albums, this album's tracks seemed to have a more balanced and fuller sound than the Riverfenix album.

Track listing

(all songs written by Fenix TX)

Personnel