7:30pm at The Otesaga Reort Hotel Ballroom, 60 Lake Street, Cooperstown, NY
Tickets are available online and may be available at the door the evening of the show.
Cooperstown Concert Series presents Root Shock
Conscious, soulful, even healing—that’s how many fans of Root Shock have described the band’s infectious sound and energy. They’ve developed a voice that transcends genre but can make anyone move their body and uplift their spirit.
Spearheaded by the powerhouse vocals of Jessica Brown, the Root Shock sound is at once commanding and cathartic, but never at the expense of a velvety, carefully placed jazz or neo-soul lick. Phil Grajko’s smooth earthy vocals complement his guitar style inspired by Latin, prog, and psychedelic rock textures—often in tandem with mad keyboard genius Brian Lauri. Rounding out the band, bassist Elliot Jarvis and drummer Tyre Outerbridge make for a formidable rhythm section fluent in patterns ranging from reggae to funk to reggaeton and maybe even metal.
In 2016, Root Shock released a self-titled album, produced by Jason “Jocko” Randall at More
Sound Studio, and followed that up with the “Many Paths” EP in 2018 & the Waves single in These recordings are proof of the band’s democratic songwriting process, with thoughtful lyrics from Brown and Grajko that invoke hope in dark times, warn against injustice, and imagine a future where everyone is free to be who they are. Always honest and thought provoking.
The next album is currently in the works.
Today, Root Shock is bringing their renowned live show to clubs, festivals, and concert halls across the Northeast and beyond, delighting audiences from all walks of life with a positive message and danceable tunes.
Root Shock is:
Jessica Brown – Vocals, Percussion & Melodica
Phil Grajko – Guitar & Vocals
Brian Lauri – Keyboards & vocals
Tyre Outerbridge – Drums
Elliot Jarvis – Bass Guitar & vocals
Friday, November 18, 2022
7:30pm at
The Otesage Resort Hotel Ballroom
60 Lake Street
Cooperstown, NY
Map and Website
Tickets are available online and may be available at the door the evening of the show.
