Alex Bay (Vocals) James Bay (Guitar/Vocals) Tom Peel (Guitar) Dave Nicholas (Keyboards) James Boardman (Bass) Tom Richwood (Drums)
Influences
Free, Stones, Faces, Clapton, Joe Cocker, Winwood, Black Crowes, Janis Joplin, The Loft, St Jude, early blues, Waters, Williamson etc, Neil Young, Bob Dylan, Chuck Berry, Blind Faith, T Rex, Allman Brothers, New Barbarians, Rod Stewart (circa 1970 to 75), John Lee Hooker, Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Cream, Derek and The Dominoes..it really does go on.
Sounds Like
This. Buy one. You know you'de like one.ROADRUNNER ON BBC THREE COUNTIES RADIO! LIVE SET! CHECK IT OUT NOW!CLICK HERE
'RoadRunner, the art of the summer sixties anthem – have that rare gift of being able to craft a three minute guitar walloper that sends your flared jeans and daisy chains to the fields of 69 before the owners even have a chance to roll a good spliff.' Official Press Release 2008
'Nicotine, sweet nicotine. Anyhow, back inside handed in that shitty card, stepped over the inebriated underager's, open the doors and I feel as though I've stepped back in time. Back some 30 years to a time of flairs, scarves, tight t-shirts, glitter and good honest rock 'n' roll-blues. It ain't been played properly since the 70's and hats of to em' they do it fucking well.'
Magic Mike @ The Album Launch
"LATELY I have spoken to a number of young bands who are making a name for themselves on the music scene. But, apart from making me feel old, they make me proud that the local scene is getting infused with fresh, enthusiastic blood. Alex said: "We're all from Hitchin. Half of us started out in a heavier rock band, The Jetkings, about two years ago, and the others have just fallen into the mix it seems!" And the mix seems to be right this time as they launched RoadRunner: The Album last Friday at Club 85. And what an album it is! Same Thing On My Mind is the sort of song that will find firm fans across genres, while some of their higher energy tunes like High Time will have even the club wallflowers tapping their feet." - Becky Findley, The Comet.
"Highly polished Stones thru Aerosmith rawk..." - Bugbear Promo, Dublin Castle, Camden
"One of the stalwarts of the next generation of local bands. Classic Rock ala 70's American West Coast sound. Get better every time we see them, this bunch of lads from Hitchin have been digging deep to come up with a really good sound and they are definetely getting there. Great songs, good show and excellent vocals, their maturity belies their years." Club 85, May 2007.
"Played an awe inspiring dose of Retro Rock n' Roll to a packed studio, complete with masses of flowing locks! Based solidly in blues and soul, this 6 piece produce music that is energetic, listenable and real." Euan Tees, Hertbeat FM. May 2007
I hope all is well and good and I just wanted to let you know I've just put up a new track called ECHO so I thought you might want to have a listen. :o) It's just the instrumental version I did not long ago but I do have a full section of vocal to arrange into this track so I'll keep you posted on the outcome! :o)
I appreciate your time and support and any comments posted.
Great gig sunday in Camden. Now for the semi final.August 8th Sat night coach laid on so no excuse only 42 seats available so be quick £18 inc return trip and entry to The Dome Camden call for a ticket 07816 778633
Congratulations on getting through another round. Will be their to support you on 8th August. Have some footage & photo's to upload from last nights performance on FB when i get a chance.
Surface unsigned acts competition June 14th. Tickets for the coach going fast so if you don't want to be left out and miss a great night call me now on 07816 778633 (Craig) Tickets £14 inc entry to gig and coach. COME ON ALL YOU FANS!!!
To all Roadrunner fans......The second round of the surface unsigned acts comp is on June 14th at The Purple Turtle in Camden. Band on at 6.30pm 7 bands in all. They need your support as votes from the audience counts aswell as text votes. £7 on the door or if you live in Hitchin we have a coach laid on to take you to the door for £7 also (and bring you back!) If you need tickets contact Alex Bay on the website or call me (craig) on 07816 778633. They deserve to win this thing!!!
nice one, you definately deserved it
<br />even with the guitar problems!
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<br />i should imagine we will get some,
<br />its right near my birthday, would be a great way to celebrate
<br />i'll talk to jo and give you the money through her if we go
<br />cant see why we wouldnt though!
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Oh that was in response to your photo suggestion by the way. Loving the music fellas, we should definately do a show together soon. Let us know when you're cool to do it and we'll sort something out. Peace. HSATD
Gigs Available in Cambridge Sat 21st March - 1 Band needed @ The Cornerhouse Sun 29th March - 2 Acoustic@ The Cornerhouse Weds 1st April - 2 x Bands@ The Cornerhouse Weds 1st April - 1 x Band @ Nusha Fri 3rd April - 2 x Bands @ The Bakers Sun 5th April - 2 x Acoustic @ The Cornerhouse Fri 10th April - 2 Bands @ The Bakers
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