Artist description Rooke is a six-member alternative ensemble that focuses on a variety of song styles, centering around intricate harmonies and a poetic lyrical style.

Music Style Four-part harmonies and a variety of rock and pop styles.

Musical Influences Fleetwood Mac, Heart, 10,000 Maniacs, REM, The Beatles, Roxy Music, David Bowie, Eurythmics

Similar Artists Barenaked Ladies, Beatiful South, Cat Stevens, REM, Roxy Music, Crowded House

Artist History Rooke has enjoyed success in Atlanta and the Southeast since 1990. A few members have changed since the founding, but the journey continues with fresh and imaginative words and sounds.

Group Members Steven Sams, Jayme Caspall, Andy Fleming, Kristina Graham, Jim Peliksza, David Cater

Instruments acoustic guitars, electric guitar, drums, piano, bass, flute, melodihorn, voices.

Albums Wilbur's Disease, Fish or Philosophy, Dudgeon Gouts, the Hostage, Lovely, Virginity, Apocrypha I & II, Monopoly Music, Aquamarine

Press Reviews "Alternative mix of folk and rock." "...include a wide variety of songs: joyful, brooding, and angry. Though Rooke does many different styles and moods... all are well-polished and incredible to listen to." "The strong moods evoked by the lyrics are consistently well matched to the feel of the music."

Additional Info T-shirts, videos

Location Atlanta, GA - USA

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