Artist description Listen. Hear. Think.

Music Style Hard Rock

Artist History Band History Root Philosophy is a four-piece rock band from South Orange, New Jersey. Starting on Labor Day 1998, Bryan and Patrick got together with Ed after already playing and writing for some time; even playing with another guitarist (Steve T.) at one point. Meeting him through a mutual friend (Joe S.) Ed later agreed to join the duo to for what would be the beginnings of Root Philosophy. After playing for about a couple of months without a singer the band later recruit Joel who'd been a close friend of Ed's. When he found out about "Ed's new band" he said: "Yo, hook me up," and thus the four pieces came together. After going through a few name changes (Occam's Razor, Violent Acts of Conscience, etc.) the band settled on the name Root Philosophy, which has its origins in the titles of works by Alex Haley and P.F. Strawson. After forming the final quartet in mid November '98 the band played their first show at the Cove in Roselle, New Jersey on April 8th with Scurvy and C.O.A. Since then Root Philosophy has been constantly writing and performing wherever and whenever they can, and so far they've played such venues as C.B.G.B.'s in NYC and the Birch Hill in Old Bridge, NJ. In addition to all the shows, the band has put out a seven track sampler project "Self Titled" which is available at all of their performances. The full length self-produced and self-released CD album "Evidence of Presence" has recently been released. They’re currently working on organizing a tour.

Group Members Joel Padilla-Vocals Patrick Tobin-Bass Bryan Tobin-Drums Edgardo Parada-Guitar

Instruments Vocals, Bass, Drums, and Guitar

Press Reviews "Hey man....Pete, from PumpkinEater Records. Gave you guys a few listens, and there were some killer aspects to the music. It's quality for what it is, [...] . Singer has some good vocals...that's for sure." Pete, Owner, Pumpkin Eater Records. "Thanks so much for emailing in your bands music. I had a listen to both songs on the mp3 page and they sound real promising. You definitely have a great future ahead of you guys and I like the music and sound vocals especially, i think they make your band special. Paul Bojarski, Owner, SkipWorth Records "The CD you sent us is really great." Andy Rich, Initial Records

Location South Orange, NJ - USA

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