TRU 22 is a multi-talented alternative pop/rock/r&b band from Winnipeg, Canada specializing in backing up vocalists in a variety of genres. Originally formed by recording studio owner/producer/musician Jim Stoeber to accompany vocalist Grace Murillo at her Wonderful CD release party in 2002, the band decided keep the energy going with a CD and gigs. TRU 22 - Soul m8 was released in 2004, and received excellent reviews on CBC Radio's "Shaken Not Stirred," and in Winnipeg's Uptown Magazine. (get the CD here) In 2006 vocalist Grace Murillo released her second solo CD and again TRU 22 was there as her backup band for a string of gigs throughout the year. In summer 2007 singer Courtney Parker released her debut CD and TRU 22 backed her up for a series of promotional gigs. Later in the year singer / songwriter Kim Reimer released her debut CD and TRU 22 was there for a lineup of gigs that continues into 2008. Today TRU 22 is still doing their thing gearing up for a busy and exciting year, including performances with Kim Reimer (under the band name the 62 Impalas) who is recording her second solo CD at Tegancat Music. The current TRU 22 lineup is Jim Stoeber on guitar, synth and vocals, Janice Baris on keyboards and vocals, and Ron Torpey on drums and vocals.