Taproots,have released their second
studio album, “Comedy Of Fools”.
Following their critically acclaimed,
“Tales Of Wonderland”, this album
offers another strong collection of
original, lyric-driven compositions.
Drawing from musical styles of
Americana, Rock, Country, Reggae and
Folk, this new recording blends both
traditional rock instrumentation with
more traditional instruments such as
ukulele, pedal steel, accordion and
mandolin.
The Taproots feature singer-songwriter
and multi-instrumentalist Tom Walters
and award-winning vocalist Nicole
Cassingham, best known for their
weaving of multiple musical influences
with strong harmonies with compelling
storytelling.
Comedy Of Fools is available on all major streaming platforms. Lyrics and full album
credits are available at taprootsmusic.com
FOR REVIEWERS,“Comedy Of Fools” can be streamed at:
https://soundcloud.com/user-847206562/sets/comedy-of-fools
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
The album was recorded at Momboe Studios in Woodland Hills by Michael C. Mason
and engineer/mixer Ross Pallone (Christopher Cross, Chris Issac ), with three tracks cut
at the new Oppossumopolis Studio in Los Osos CA by Steve Ahlgrim. Walters and
Cassingham are backed by an impressive supporting cast of studio players who have
worked with the likes Leon Russell, Michael Mcdonald, Peter Asher and numerous
others. Some past accolades:
“Great players with real stories to tell. Rocking yet literate. If John Steinbeck were in a
band, this would be it.”-Jay Ferguson (Spirit, Jo Jo Gunne, The Office, CSI LA)
“Their duet inspires with its lyrics and beautiful vocal timbers” - Indie Dock Music Blog
“Stunning harmonic backdrops and gripping music storytelling"- Sinusoidal Music
For more information on The Taproots, please visit: www.taprootsmusic.com
ABOUT THE TAPROOTS
Originally from Los Angeles, Walters cut his first track on vinyl with Weird Al Yankovic in
college, followed by an album for international release with the duo Iverson and Walters
through Eagle Records in Nashville. Tom has since performed in an array of bands
ranging from acoustic roots to modern jazz, sharing stages with such artists as Jerry
Douglas, Edgar Meyer, Country Joe McDonald, Bryan White, Maria Muldaur, and
others. Walters is also an award-winning director, and it was through his work in the film
industry that he crossed paths with recording veterans Mason and Ferguson.
Nicole Cassingham is a singer and ukuleleist originally from the San Francisco Bay
Area. She grew up performing in musical theater and at then at numerous fair venues
and competitions on the West Coast. In college she joined a jazz ensemble with George
Lewis and other bands, going on to record the full-length album, Mood Swing in the
California alternative rock group, Monkey Wagon. As a trained music therapist, Nicole
also works with people who have mental illness, developing wellness and skills through
music.
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