TAXI was originally formed in the fall of 1976. The band was then known as "Thorin Oak." The bands first official performance was on March 1st, 1977, at Eddie's Lounge in Teaneck. Eddie's eventually became Mexicali Blues which was the setting for two TAXI reunions (talk about karma). TAXI made a reputation by playing the music of Billy Joel, Bruce (you know who), Jethro Tull, The Who and various other classic rock artists along with a collection of their own original material. In the spring of 1980 the band recorded their first (and only) album for H & L Records. The album was released only in Germany because it was way to hip for the U.S. at the time, the band re-released the album in 2000 for the twenith anniversary. TAXI continued to play the club circuit and record original material until 1982. After a three year hiatus, some wives and kids and full time jobs, TAXI began doing their annual reunion performance in 1985. The reunion has been a yearly event ever since and has developed into the gothic musical event millions of people have come to know and love the world over.