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Smoldering Roots is a Blues and Rock band covering artists like Stevie Ray Vaughn, Susan Tedsechi, Eric Clapton, Van Morrison, ZZ Top, Stevie Wonder, the Doobie Brothers and more.
ABOUT
It's All About the Music Baby
A fun-loving Blues & Rock Band with a priority to get people dancing, the members of Smoldering Roots have been been singing, performing, and playing since 2015 at local festivals and clubs throughout the Twin Cities. Mary (on guitar) one of the band's original members, along with Dave (on drums), Brett (on bass/keys) and Heather (lead vocals), have played in many bands over the years. They came together in the current line-up at the end of 2017, and share a love for music and performing. Learn more by exploring the site, and feel free to get in touch with any questions.
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BRETT HAUGEN
Bass/Keys/Vocals
Brett is a huge fan of the Minneapolis sound. His favorites include the Replacements, Husker Du and Soul Asylum. He has played with several cover and original bands in the Twin Cities including Jett Fetish, the Neon Martinis, and recently joined Smoldering Roots in 2017. Brett is the backbone of the band.
HEATHER CAILLIER
Lead Vocals
Heather worked professionally as a vocalist touring the nation and performing with various Top 40 bands for 11 years. She then founded one of the largest award-winning Wedding DJ companies in the Twin Cities. After nearly 10 years off the stage, in 2016 she began singing again. Heather also plays bass with a few local projects and is thrilled to be the lead vocalist for Smoldering Roots.
MARY STONE
Guitar/Vocals
Mary is the unassuming shining star of the band. People are always shocked when they see this down-to-earth respiratory therapist by day, shredding on guitar playing Stevie Ray Vaughn, Eric Clapton and other guitar legends note for note. Her guitar skills are coupled with her sweet, but sometimes raspy vocals. As the band leader and original member, Mary is one bad-ass lady! Mary also plays with the band LoveTrain and is a volunteer and teacher with She Rock She Rock.
DAVE DECOURCY
Drums/Vocals
Dave has been with Smoldering Roots since 2016 as a hard-hitting rock and blues drummer with gritty vocals, bringing a consistent and solid performance every time. He is a Minnesota native who grew up in the northern suburbs cutting his teeth on the rock bands of the 70's and 80's, which carries through to his style today.
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SONG LIST
Mary Had a Little Lamb -- Stevie Ray Vaughn
Pride & Joy -- Stevie Ray Vaughn
Hard to Handle -- Black Crowes
Moondance -- Van Morrison
Walking on Sunshine -- Katrina & the Waves
R.O.C.K in the U.S.A -- John Cougar Mellencamp
Lonley Ol' Night -- John Cougar Mellencamp
Little by Little -- Susan Tedeschi
Rock Me Right -- Susan Tedeschi
Mustang Sally -- The Commitments
She's Not There -- The Zombies
Crossroads -- Cream
Long Train Runnin' -- Doobie Bros.
Whiskey, Beer & Wine -- Buddy Guy
Rebel Rebel -- David Bowie
Something's Got A Hold on Me -- Etta James
Down to the Ground -- Mama's Black Sheep
Can't Let Go -- Lucinda Williams
Superstition -- Stevie Wonder
I Wish -- Stevie Wonder
Tush -- ZZ Top
Leopard Skin Pillbox Hat -- Beck
Valerie -- Amy Winehouse
Barracuda -- Heart
Birthday -- Beatles
You Must Be Crazy For Me -- Melissa Etheridge
I Really Like You -- Melissa Etheridge
Funk #49 -- The James Gang
Sweet Emotion -- Aerosmith
Satisfaction -- Aretha Franklin
Try -- Janis Joplin
Born on the Bayou -- Creedence Clearwater Revival
Long Way to the Top -- AC/DC
Tore Down -- Eric Clapton
Shakey Ground -- Aerosmith
Hurt So Bad -- Susan Tedeschi
Runaway -- Bonnie Raitt
Lovin' Touchin' Feelin' -- Journey
I'm in the Mood for You -- Jimmie Vaughn & Lou Ann Barton
Miss You -- Rolling Stones
Unchain My Heart -- Joe Cocker
Uptown Funk -- Bruno Mars
So What -- Pink
Waitress in the Sky -- The Replacements
Stages -- ZZ Top
One Way or Another -- Blondie
Sympathy for the Devil -- Rolling Stones
Killing Floor -- Chris Thomas King
Sweet Home Chicago -- Blues Brothers
Fire -- Pointer Sisters
I'm the Only One -- Melissa Etheridge
Super Duper -- Joss Stone
Hate Myself for Lovin' You -- Joan Jett
Wagon Wheel -- Darius Rucker
Jackson -- Johnny and June Cash
RESPECT -- Aretha Franklin
Play that Funky Music -- Wild Cherry
Runaway Baby-- Bruno Mars
Stop Draggin' My Heart Around -- Stevie Nicks and Tom Petty
Kiss -- Prince
I Will Survive -- Gloria Gaynor
Blister in th Sun-- Violent Femmes