Bands

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	Bands The Dead Rabbits the UK's finest Pogues tribute band headlined our first festival three years ago and are back again this year to kick off the weekend's musical shenanigans.	Printer friendly version
	The Candle Thieves are a duo: Scott McEwan and mystery man "The Glock". Both originally from Peterborough, these former school friends trod different paths through the worlds of rock and pop, before combining to create their own brand of quirky but heartfelt pop.
	The Tripping Billies
	Whisky Jax blend 80s style synths and vocals reminiscent of Depeche Mode, with 90s Indy guitars, and modern dance beats into something very special.
	Psych-O-Bombs are a local 5 piece band into "60's garage psych" and with a psychedelic MySpace page. They played at Randall Rootz two years ago and we are pleased to welcome them back.
	Martin J. Sandom apparently failed to sell his soul to the devil in exchange for musical talent, but after ten years of hard work is a very accomplished guitarist whose songs blend country and blues with a range of more modern influences.
	The Duffy Brothers are Ray and Leo Duffy, who play classic bluegrass, gospel and fiddle tunes mixed with a large dollop of comedy.
	Bex Marshall With her husky vocals, superb guitar playing and memorable songs Bex Marshall has deservedly attracted rave reviews. Expect a musical tornado!
	Jez Hellard and the Roving Blades Gypsy-tinged folk from this singer, guitarist, harmonica player and percussionist, who is adept at improvising on his harmonica. Oh, and he's bringing his band along as well.
	Filthy Lucre are the new and most authentic sounding Tribute to the music of The Sex Pistols now in the UK. Formed in December 2008 the band features the talents of four Peterborough & Oundle musicians united in their love of seventies Punk and The Pistols, and well versed in the art of creating an accurate sounding and visually exciting live performance that has already garnered them a sizable following.
	Randolph Matthews Don't let the very British name (and speaking voice) mislead you - Randolph Matthews gentle and soulful music is straight from the heart of Africa.
	Groove Cartel have already plyaed two Randall Rootz festivals, but last played for us two years ago. With their smooth soul/funk sound (and their occasional rock-outs) it will be pleasure to welcome the back.
	Free Peace Free Peace started life as a trio, but now have seven members in their lineup, but still feature former local girl Abi Evan's vocal bag of tricks in their music, which ranges from hip-hop to easy listening.
	Murray Hockridge has played a number of gigs in Peterborough over the last year, usually with Dave Kilminster, and in the somewhat intimate surroundings of the Cellar Bar, but we are sure his subtle and soulful songs will work equally well at our festival on Sunday.
	Cruel Sister were called 3 legged dog when we booked them but have recently changed their name. However, they still play a crowd-pleasing mix of music - from rousing jigs and reels, through edgy rock based and contemporary tunes to soft, melodic ballads.
	Barber & Taylor Brighton based Kevin Barber and Mark Taylor sing beautifully crafted country tinged songs, with fine harmony vocals and interweaving guitars that make them a match for many famous duos of the past. At Randall Rootz they will be joined by Amy Reed on violin.
	The John Russell Band This talented guitarist/singer/songwriter writes haunting, sometimes melancholy, but beautiful songs, which defy easy categorisation.