The Rosinators formed in 2001 and quickly established a reputation for their raw, uncompromising mix of bluegrass, Cajun and gospel country, and their dynamic three-part vocal harmonies. Twin-fiddles and acoustic guitar make up their distinctive sound, augmented with banjo and mandolin, with the addition of string bass and drums for some shows. The band, whose repertoire ranges from traditional a cappella to their own twenty-first century country blues, play roots music from the heart.

Since the release of The Rosinators’ eponymous debut CD in June 2003, a busy touring schedule has taken them to new audiences in Holland, Ireland and the UK, including Brighton, Bath and Cheltenham fringe festivals, in addition to playing main stages at major British folk festivals from Bridgnorth to Broadstairs. In 2004 they were also selected as Acoustic Stage finalists in the Glastonbury Unsigned Band Competition and have since appeared at both Glastonbury and Edinburgh Fringe Festivals.

The band live in London, and although a lot of their shows take them out of town, they can be seen there throughout the year at clubs such as the 12 Bar, The Borderline, and the Astoria, where they have appeared with the Alabama 3.

The Rosinators have also been enjoying extensive global airplay, on both mainstream and specialist stations - a testament to both their original sound and to their authentic delivery.

Paul Castle (guitar, banjo, vocals) was an original member of the UK acoustic outfit Sons of Fat Harry. He is a songwriter and composer whose material has been taken into the charts by Frances and Mary Black and whose music for UK TV has had global exposure - see www.pdcmusic.com

Will Sneyd (fiddle, mandolin, vocals), was a founding member of Ti-fer Cajun Dance Band. He features on the Alabama 3 albums, “Exile in Coldharbour Lane' and 'Last Train to Mashville'.

Fliss Premru (fiddle, vocals), started the all-girl Cajun dance band, Joli Blon.


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