Artist description High energy, catchy, unique, American Rock.

Music Style American Rock - DETROIT

Similar Artists Train, Wallflowers, Wilco, Old 97's

Artist History Formed in 96. Recorded with the Grammy nomonated producers for Kid Rock and Eminem. Invited to perform at the 2001 South By Southwest music industry conference in Austin, TX. Won the 2000 B.E.A.M. Grant Contest from Jim Beam Whiskey. Won the 2000 Palace/Pine Knob Opening Act Contest, out of over 300 bands from the state of Michigan. Recorded in Nashville and Detroit. Sold out of first release,"SOLID STATE" in just over 6 months. Second release - "NASHVILLE SESSIONS" only available on mp3.com. Performed at several major venues in Michigan including Pine Knob Music Theater and Meadowbrook Amphitheater. Currently touring anywhere from Minneapolis to Buffalo, to Northern Michigan to Nashville and all points in between.

Group Members JON KOTT-vocals,guitar/CHRIS BENNETT-guitar,vocals/MATT NOVELLO-bass/KEN KARASEK-drums

Instruments electric and acoustic guitars, bass, drums, organ, piano, pedal steel

Albums Solid State, Nashville sessions (web promo only)

Press Reviews For past and present press reviews, see Rooster's official website at www.roosterband.com.

Additional Info Endorses and endorsed by GHS Strings, Received JIM BEAM grant for recording

Location Detroit, Michigan - USA

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