The Cruzados were formed in 1984, featuring members Tito Larriva, Steven Hufsteter, Chalo Quintana, Tony Marsico and Marshall Rohner. The band's self-titled album on Arista Records, Cruzados, was released in 1985 as well as their second album After Dark in 1987. The Cruzados also performed the song "Don't Throw Stones" in the 1989 movie Road House. In 2020, bassist and founding member Tony Marsico (Bass), restarted the band with Ron Young (Vocals), Mark Tremalgia (Guitar) and Loren Molinare (Guitar) from Little Caesar, along with Rob Klonel (Drums).