About Rootful
This incredibly fun band is how it might sound if Stevie Wonder had spent a year living in Jamaica.
After touring the world as a Worship Leader performing church music, lead singer Art Mayes landed in L.A. seeking a non-religious band to join— with an essential requirement: They have to have soul!
At the same time, Rootful was gaining attention for their award-winning songwriting and searching for a standout singer.
Art’s Gospel-infused voice was the perfect fit. The spark was instant with masterful drummer Cristian Cornejo and resident Ska-expert bassist Howie Cruz (Rootful’s answer to Reggae rhythm innovators Sly and Robbie), and guitarist/visual artist Enoch Davis, who also animates the band’s live visuals. Harmony vocalist Anika Erickson soon joined, adding smooth Pop and R&B tones, and the “Rootful sound” was complete.
Rootful transforms each show they play into a joyful, uplifting experience that goes beyond a typical “gig” and becomes a celebration.
With two soulful-voiced vocalists who sing directly from their hearts to yours, and award-winning, original Reggae, Latin, and Funk songs, there is always a lot of love in the room at a Rootful performance.
