Straitjacket was formed in 1984 by Steve Hibdon and performed throughout the midwest until Jan. 1, 1988.
This page illustrates the various forms and members that the band went through during those years. This
page is under construction. Check back for more updates and pictures!
The History of Straitjacket
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Although Straitjacket rotated through various
members during this period, this version with Kirk
and Donna was probably the most successful
involving a female lead.
By 1986 the band departed from the female lead concept and decided to become a 4-piece male oriented rock
band focusing on the mainstream rock of the day. Along with the talent of Paul Gibson on Bass and lead vocals
and a vibrant personal chemistry amongst Steve, Paul and Randy, this version of Straitjacket set the standard
and was the most successful.
In The Beginning:
Steve, Paul & Randy:
Paul Gibson Jim Beagle Randy DeBord Steve Hibdon
The band was originally a 5-piece with Donna as the female lead. Kirk and Donna married in 1985. Things
went smoothly for the band as it performed covers of Pat Benatar, Pretenders, Survivor, et al.
Kirk Shout Steve Hibdon Terry Pettit Donna Shout Randy DeBord
Terry & Donna during rehearsal
