Artist description Refreshingly uncynical, straight-to-the-point indie rock from this London-based five-piece band. Ruocco's songs are some of the catchiest around with smart lyrics which everyone can relate to, and real emotion around every corner. Ruocco are playing live in London now to promote their fantastic new album "Too Hip For The Room".

Music Style Indie rock

Similar Artists Travis, The Strokes, Coldplay, Stereophonics

Artist History Formed in 1999 by a bunch of lads working at the same advertising agency, Ruocco has evolved into an energetic five piece ensemble, continuing to develop while the band members moved onto other jobs. Following their success at the NABS Battle of the Bands in October 2001, where they won first prize for best original song for "Shine On", they decided it was time to give what their growing fan base, and the band themselves, deserved: a full length album containing some of their best tracks, both new and old. Over nine months of independent recording at a small but well equipped studio in Tottenham, North London, the album "Too Hip For The Room" was recorded. After receiving approval from The Talent Scout for the album, Ruocco were offered the chance to perform at Talent Scout's main London venue: Sound. Subsequently, "Too Hip For The Room" was released in front of a packed out crowd at the club in Leicester Square on 13th June 2002 and the band has received nothing but enthusiasm for a fantastic end product. There is no doubt in their minds that they would do it again, despite the hard work, late nights, numerous calls to the local pizza delivery boy and trips to the all night petrol station at 12.30am. Ruocco are back at venues in London now with new material being added to every new show.

Group Members Jo Bohling (Lead Vocals); Michael Ruocco (Rhythm Guitar & Vocal); Piers Eccleston (Lead Guitar & Vocal); Chris Cave (Trombone and Bass); Ed Boughton (Drums)

Instruments Electric Guitar, Rhythm Guitar, Bass, Trombone, Drums

Albums Too Hip For The Room

Additional Info * - All our albums for sale on mp3.com are identical versions of "Too Hip For The Room" except for the front cover artwork shown, i.e. depending on which album you choose it will be shipped with the front cover shown. Just choose which front cover you prefer!

Location London, Greater London - United Kingdom

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