The Ataris

The Ataris
The band's 2003 classic lineup. From left: Mike Davenport, Kristopher Roe, John Collura and Chris Knapp
Background information
OriginAnderson, Indiana, U.S.
Genres
Years active1996–present
Labels
MembersKristopher Roe
Mike Davenport
Chris Knapp
John Collura
Brian Bonsall
Past membersSee Band members
Websitetheatarisband.com

The Ataris are an American punk rock band from Anderson, Indiana. Formed in 1996, they released five studio albums between 1997 and 2007. Their best-selling album is So Long, Astoria (2003), which was certified gold. Their high-charting single is their cover of Don Henley's "The Boys of Summer" from So Long, Astoria. The only constant member throughout their history has been singer/songwriter/guitarist Kristopher "Kris" Roe.