TRACKS a from the CK 4 2 NEW ALBUM 01 5/16 Press Pack 2015/16
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P R E S S P TRACKS A FROM THE CK 4 2 NEW ALBUM 01 5/16 Press Pack 2015/16 Without any managerial backing, we’ve formed a strong fan base and have been touring for the last 4 years. • Worked with Producers Dennis Bovell, Prince Fatty, Singers Hollie Cook, Top Cat, Brinsley Forde, Musicians such as Vin Gordon, Horseman, Rasites • Supported Ziggy Marley, The Skints, GDC, The Mighty Diamonds, Submotion Orchestra, Sinead O'Connor, Jamie T, Shy FX • Festivals & venues in the UK, France, Germany, Switzerland, The Netherlands, Italy, Croatia, Belgium, Slovenia, Spain • Glastonbury, Isle Of Wight, Secret Garden Party, Boomtown Fair, Latitude, Outlook, Soundwave • Radio play Craig Charles, David Rodigan • The First Attack EP debut independent release, no 2 in iTunes reggae album chart for a week behind Bob Marley. • Two singles independently released produced by Dennis Bovell & recorded with Prince Fatty • Debut upcoming album independently produced featuring well known reggae artists such as Hollie Cook, Horseman, Top Cat, Dennis Bovell, Rasites Press Pack 2015/16 General Roots was formed in 2008 by a small group of close friends who all had a passion for reggae music. The band line up consists of six musicians. The Mckone brothers; James & Ben on drum & bass. Field Marshal Fred on lead vocals alongside the vibes controller, The Minister. On guitar is Joe Price and the keyboards, Sam Ross. Without any managerial backing, GR have built up a strong and loyal fan base over the last four years, putting on trademark high energy live shows that have proved to get anyone and everyone up on their feet moving and grooving. From Glastonbury to Germany, General Roots have been showcasing their homegrown approach to Dub, Lover's Rock & Roots reggae all over the world. The band have played pubs, clubs, theatres, arenas & festivals of all shapes and sizes in countries such as France, Belgium, Holland, Italy, Spain, Slovenia and Switzerland. 'The First Attack' EP was independently produced & released in 2013 and went straight to No.2 in the UK iTunes Reggae Album chart for a week, sitting behind the highest selling reggae album of all time - Bob Marley & The Wailers 'Legend'. Following on from the successful start of things, GR worked alongside legendary UK reggae producer, composer & musician Dennis Bovell (Aswad/Hollie Cook/Joss Stone) to record two singles. Entrusting the help of producer Prince Fatty (Lily Allen/The Skints/A Tribe Called Quest) 'Sufferer' and 'Special' proved to be the best sounding material they had recorded yet, incorporating the vintage sound of analogue effects heard on so many classic Jamaican recordings of the past, whilst remaining original, fresh and catchy. Through sheer graft the band have only been getting better along the way, earning support slots with artists such as Ziggy Marley, Madness, Gentleman's Dub Club, Hollie Cook, The Skints and Protoje to name a few. 2016 is the year for General Roots to cover even more distance. An 11 track debut album independently produced will come to light, featuring some extra special guest appearances from some of the UK's finest reggae artists such as Hollie Cook, Top Cat & the legendary Horseman. The deep bass driven roots sound to sweet lovers rock, the bouncing dancehall to heavy dub, the debut album is the benchmark General Roots want to set. “One of the most exciting & Malleable reggae acts in the UK. General Roots blend Dub & Roots into something fresh, exciting and sexy in a way that makes us feel uncomfortable and dirty.” – FESTIVALBABY.COM “The product of tomorrow. These young gentleman are of the highest quality. They have risen to the rank of General.” – DENNIS BOVELL “Sounds like back in the day! Got a real authentic sound to it.” – CRAIG CHARLES Press Pack 2015/16 PREVIEW TRACKS FROM THE NEW ALBUM mini mix preview of all 4 new tracks Walk Tall – GENERAL ROOTS Slow Down – GENERAL ROOTS Movie Show – GENERAL ROOTS Freedom – GENERAL ROOTS preview video on youtube video Special – GENERAL ROOTS Walk Tall - Live in Session Little Sun - Live in Session For Bookings and Management, Please Contact: Joe Price 07969526389 Email: [email protected] www.generalroots.com .