Rusty Romance plays "Roots n'Roll"-- a blend of honky-tonk country and good old rock n' roll, with tastes of western swing, soul, and gospel, all delivered with a healthy dose of fun. Original and cover songs ranging from heart-felt to humorous are at the center of the band. For the past six years, Rusty Romance have been bringing the fun in their home state of Vermont, delivering the goods of rootsy Americana rock and country, with a helping of Green Mountain soul. About the band:

DAVID BLYTHE lends his versatile bass playing to the mix, handling upright acoustic and electric basses with equal aplomb. He brings extensive musical knowledge to the group and tosses in the occasional lead vocal for good measure. David says, "It's all about the bass." He also plunks the bass for the Cosmic Americans.

KEVIN MACNEIL "BUCKY" BROWN is an experienced and accomplished multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and songwriter.In more recent years he has composed music for a series of independent films and done session work for Vermont Public Radio. Brown's twangy Telecaster guitar (red, of course), crying lap steel, and tantalizing dobro work help define the Rusty Romance sound. Kevin Macneil Brown also contributes soulful vocals and has written several of the band's songs. Kevin can also be found twanging with the Cosmic Americans.

BILL "RUSTY" FRASER has penned some clever songs which are staples of the band's shows. Along with wearing the big black hat of band leader and front man, Rusty also nails down the rhythm guitar parts and unleashes the occasional solo on his red Telecaster.

"DANGEROUS" DAN HALEY has become a crucial part of the Vermont music scene. His mandolin and guitar wizardry have graced perfomances with Mark Legrand, the Cosmic Americans, Michael Arnowitt's Jazz Combo, and, of course, Rusty Romance--to name only a few. Dan is also a superb singer/songwriter/performer with a deep command of every aspect of the art of music. His own band is called Dan Haley is Mr.Casual.

ROB HALPERT on keyboards and vocals. Rob also plays in the local americana act The Barn Band. He's been performing off and on since his college days. His piano and organ fills out our sound. He adds great vocals to all our material.

TERRY HODGDON adds tasty, talented, and expressive drumming. Over the years, Hodgdon has performed in a variety of bands playing almost all musical styles. Terry maneuvers expertly through the slower acoustic numbers right up through the full-steam-ahead rockers. His steady and musical approach to the drum kit pulls the Rusty Romance sound together.

RACHAEL RICE provides exquisite vocals, guitar and harmonica. The "sweetheart of the alt country rodeo" plays regularly both solo and with the Cosmic Americans. She's a great songwriter, singer and has a fun stage presence. We're delighted to have her bringing the fun with us.

KATE SPROUT fills out our sound with amazing fiddle and stunning harmony vocals. She's a regular guest with us these days. Kate is new to the local music scene but already plays steadily with the Cosmic Americans and Dan Haley is Mr. Casual. Keep an eye on her emerging talent.

MICHELLE GARDNER HARPER has left the band but she will always remain a big part of our history. Her sweet and soaring vocals got right to heart of every song she sang, from tender ballads to scorching rockers.