Veteran guitarist/singer/writer Roger Girke has been performing and recording
steadily after hitting the nightclub circuit in 1975. By 1978 and at just
21 years old Roger scored a pivotal touring gig with Capitol/Ariola Recording
Artists Pickins' who were legendary at the time for their funky fusion
of blues, rock and country. Contacts made during that early success paved
the way for a string of regional and national touring opportunities with
diverse artists on Arista, Elektra and RCA records. At the conclusion of
twenty years of playing over 200+over the road dates each year as a first-call
guitarist, Roger was ready to focus on his own projects. In 1995 Roger
relocated to Delaware and immediately immersed himself in the vibrant blues
scene in Delaware and nearby Philly and Baltimore.
In 1999 formed Roger Girke and The Funkytwisters, now known as The Roger Girke
Band and has released three critically acclaimed CD's,
Roger Girke and The Funkytwisters – “We Got The Funky Blues” Teletone
Records 2001
The Roger Girke Band – “My Baby Loves That Stuff” Teletone
Records 2004
The Roger Girke Band – “Shake It” Teletone Records
2008
The Roger Girke Band’s artistry and creativity has been validated with
two significant industry awards. The 2004 CD release "My Baby Loves That
Stuff" won an esteemed "Top 5 Self-Produced CD" award in the
2005 International Blues Challenge – and their 2008 CD release “Shake
It” was awarded a “Top 6 Self-Produced CD” award in the 2009
International Blues Challenge. These awards are judged by industry heavyweights
such as Alligator and Blind Pig records and terrestrial and satellite broadcasters,
writers and publicists.
Also, from over 100 competitors, The Roger Girke Band was a top 10 live finalist
in the 2009 International Blues Challenge, which takes place every year in
Memphis, TN.
Roger and his talented band continue to evolve each year with a solid mix of
contemporary and traditional blues. The band's live performances feature strong
original songs, combined with eclectic covers and energized performances anchored
by Roger's strong vocals and guitar playing. Glenn Bickel, on keyboards and
vocals, has been in the band since 2001 and is a veteran of dozens of Philadelphia
blues and soul bands. He has been on every RGB CD release and hundreds of RGB
performances over the years. Glenn’s son, the incredible Pat B on bass
joined the band in 2005 and has established himself as one of the finest bassists
on the scene today. Drummer David "Ernesto" Rainey also joined the
band in 2005, bringing a wealth of jazz, funk and blues experience, driving
the band with his steady, fluid and informed style.
Thanks for checking out The Roger Girke Band website.
Please check the band's schedule and links for the band's music available through
CDBaby.com and
Bandvillage.com.
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