Dispatch

The Profile

Dispatch is an American independent rock band known for blending indie and folk-rock with reggae and ska elements. Formed in the mid-1990s by Chad Urmston (Chadwick Stokes), Pete Francis Heimbold, and Brad Corrigan, they built a large grassroots following without major-label support and are noted for their 2007 Madison Square Garden benefit.

Independent American rock trio; core members: Chad Urmston (Chadwick Stokes), Pete Francis Heimbold, Brad Corrigan; active since the mid-1990s; never signed to a major label; notable 2007 Madison Square Garden benefit concert; well-known songs include “The General.”

One review dives into Dispatch’s 1997 album Bang Bang, celebrating its indie spirit and mix of rock, reggae, and ska. The writer highlights tight arrangements, vocal harmonies, and tracks like The General and Here We Go. The band’s independent path and 2007 Madison Square Garden benefit are noted. Recommended for listeners who enjoy groove-forward, melody-rich rock.