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General Info
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Genre: Alternative / Folk Rock / Fusion
Location SOUTH, South, Un
Profile Views: 151360
Last Login: 4/28/2011
Member Since 8/23/2006
Website therootsunion.com
Type of Label Unsigned
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Bio
......THE ROOTS UNION .. are a dazzling five piece who fuse acoustic guitar, dobro, violin, beatbox harmonica, bass, percussion and harmonies. Their live show offers a rich tapestry of compelling songwriting and often spellbinding musicianship... .... ...but dont take my word for it... -
Members
.... .... ...... ...... ..Tobias Ben Jacob:.. .. Vocals, guitar ......Phillip Henry:.. .. Dobro, harmonica, beatbox .... ..Hannah Martin:.. ..Violin, backing vocals.... ..Jamie Graham:.... Bass.... ..Jake Slocombe:.... Drums/Percussion.. .... ..Contact the band:.. ..therootsunion@live.co.uk.. .. ...... .. Click on the album cover to buy CD's and digital downloads at BandCamp..... ................ -
Influences
...... folk, roots, blues, americana, minimalism, indian rag, Debashish Bhattacharya, Sonny Terry, Bob Dylan, Steve Reich, Radiohead, English Acoustic Collective, Late Junction... .... .. .. .. .. .. .... .. .. .. .. .. ...... -
Sounds Like
.... .. 'Bele Aelis' at Broadstairs Folk Week 2009...... .... .. .. .. .. .. .. .... .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .... .. .... "Their Glastonbury performances have been responsible for various 5am revelations and quite rightly attract a cult following in the folk and festival worlds. The Roots Union’s blend of violins, harmonica, and four-part harmonies results in the sort of rousing, thoughtful and complex folk that, although entirely acoustic, is anthemic and infectiously danceable." .. .... .. .. ....“Well I don’t mind putting my neck on the line and saying that these two are surely going to hit the big time before too long. Tobias ben Jacob and Phillip Henry, two great guitarists and what a voice Tobias has too... Phillip spent last month in India studying slide guitar with Debashish Bhattacharya, so surely things can only go from strength to strength...”........ Verity Sharp – Late Junction, BBC Radio 3.. .......... ...... .. .. .. .. .. ...................... .... .. .. .. .. .. .. .......... ...... .......... We will be on tour again with Chai Wallahs this summer!! ...."the venue where all good things come together.."......Follow the link to visit their website.. ............
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Bio:
THE ROOTS UNION are a dazzling five piece who fuse acoustic guitar, dobro, violin, beatbox harmonica, bass, percussion and harmonies. Their live show offers a rich tapestry of compelling songwriting and often spellbinding musicianship...
...but dont take my word for it...
Member Since:
August 23, 2006Members:
Tobias Ben Jacob: Vocals, guitar
Phillip Henry: Dobro, harmonica, beatbox
Hannah Martin: Violin, backing vocals
Jamie Graham: Bass
Jake Slocombe: Drums/Percussion
Contact the band: therootsunion@live.co.uk ..
Click on the album cover to buy CD's and digital downloads at BandCamp.


Influences:
folk, roots, blues, americana, minimalism, indian rag, Debashish Bhattacharya, Sonny Terry, Bob Dylan, Steve Reich, Radiohead, English Acoustic Collective, Late Junction...
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Sounds Like:
'Bele Aelis' at Broadstairs Folk Week 2009
"Their Glastonbury performances have been responsible for various 5am revelations and quite rightly attract a cult following in the folk and festival worlds. The Roots Union’s blend of violins, harmonica, and four-part harmonies results in the sort of rousing, thoughtful and complex folk that, although entirely acoustic, is anthemic and infectiously danceable."
“Well I don’t mind putting my neck on the line and saying that these two are surely going to hit the big time before too long. Tobias ben Jacob and Phillip Henry, two great guitarists and what a voice Tobias has too... Phillip spent last month in India studying slide guitar with Debashish Bhattacharya, so surely things can only go from strength to strength...”
Verity Sharp – Late Junction, BBC Radio 3..



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We will be on tour again with Chai Wallahs this summer!!
"the venue where all good things come together.."
Follow the link to visit their website

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Lewis Buxton 2 years ago
Nadegeland CANT STOP LISTENING GUYS ... IM SOOO HOOKED ! GOT A ROOTS UNION BOOKMARK THAT KEEPS ME SMILING ... AND MISSING YOU CATS !!! SENDING A BIG SQUEEZE ALL ROUND XXXXXXXXX
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Natasha Humble 2 years ago
Mosie I'd just like to say that I'm glad I happened upon you, I adore your sound. Have a nice day, -Riles
Also, if you have a moment, if you could give my stuff a listen, that would be lovely. I always feel lame asking for people to listen, but your opinion would be much appreciated.
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Lloyd Yates 2 years ago
10 of 1115MoreSaw you guys at Broadstairs folk week. Brillaint stuff. Keep me posted if you play in or around London any time soon.
Lewis
Well played at Aeon-you guys are always inspiring. Thank you and what a great festy!
Hello,
Spotlight badge! Way to go folks. Lets play Canada Eh?
Hey Guys! Any idea if you'll be playing at Larmer Tree again next year? I know it's little way off but still, you made my morning!
Rather bummed that we didn't manage to catch you at Sidmouth this year, especially as we live there now! And much love to Jamie's aunt for the CD!
Kay
The Tasty Baguette
Greetings from Japan !!
Great music to all, love it!! I like the concert hall photo too, very cool.
Hey guys, check out the new space ......