Artist description Loader is a 5 piece ensemble from upstate NY

Music Style Groove

Musical Influences The Grateful Dead, Dylan, Neil Young, P-Funk

Similar Artists It's hard to pin down

Artist History In 1996 Nick Landess and Rob Beaulieu formed Loader, then called Soul Shock, in order to play improvisational music in a live setting. Playing with different players in 1996 and 1997 the band began to solidify it's roots and groove leanings. The band played extensively throughout 1997 and 1998 on it's own and as Kim Buckley's band. During this period the band also played on Kim's CD which has sold over 1000 copies. It was also during this time that Rob hooked up with an old band-mate Eugene Datri who then joined the band in 1999 and finally solidified it's rhythm section. Drawing from influences as diverse as The Band, The Talking Heads, Taj Mahal, King Crimson, The Grateful Dead, Frank Zappa, Little Feat, Blues, R&B and Gospel music Loader created it's own organic musical stew. Recently with the additions of Mike Cassels (Jocomo/Larry Lewis), John Caulkins(from Slipknot/Fat Mojo) and Brian Mangini (Ominous Seapods) the band has blossomed into a four-singer band and things have gotten downright funky. All the members are committed to creating a unique live experience during which the band and the audience can experience a diverse range of spontaneous music.

Group Members Rob Beaulieu: Guitar, Vocals Mike Cassels: Bass, Vocals John Caulkins: Guitar, Vocals Eugene Datri: Drums, Vocals Brian Mangini: Keyboards Jason Townley: Sound

Instruments Guitar, Drums, Bass, Keys

Location Albany, New York - USA

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