Bio
the spirit of mid-west rock and roll
the story of the damnits
The story starts with Bob McDowell, the patron saint of Columbus Post-Punk Alternative Rock. Bob moved to Columbus in the 80's and started playing in hard rock bands in the local clubs. That's where he met Mike Lindenbolt. Bob and Mike would play in many early grunge versions of the DAMNits throughout the 90's until Bob's brother, Bill moved to Columbus and joined the band in the early 00's. Ric Martelino returned to Columbus and joined soon after and the band began making records and playing the Columbus music scene and mid-west area. the and recorded 3 records over a period of 10 years. During the COVID pandemic, the band took a break and tragically, we lost Bob during this time period. After a farewell show and some time off, the remaining members decided the only way cope with their loss and move on was to continue playing music together as a band. The and stiill carries on with the spirit of our beloved brother with us at all times.