“Hey everyone, welcome back to Schecky’s Jam Bands, the place where we dig deep into the bands that keep the spirit of improvisation, community, and straight-up grooves alive. Today, we’re heading into the tribal, spiritual, world-infused universe of a band that really carved out its own lane in the jam scene of the ‘90s and beyond — that’s right, we’re talking about Rusted Root.
So, let’s get into it.”
“Rusted Root was formed back in 1990 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, by frontman Michael Glabicki. He was joined by percussionist Liz Berlin, bassist Patrick Norman, and a rotating cast of other talented musicians who built up the group’s massive rhythmic sound.
As for the name? ‘Rusted Root’ reflects that earthy, grounded, organic vibe they were going for — something primal and rooted in the soil, but with a bit of grit and rawness too. It perfectly matches their sound, which blends rock, world music, African and Latin percussion, and good old jam-band exploration.”
“What makes Rusted Root stand out is their multi-layered percussion and global influences. You don’t just hear guitars and bass — you hear congas, djembes, bongos, and rhythms inspired by West African and Latin traditions. Combine that with Glabicki’s soaring, mystical vocals, and you’ve got something that feels both spiritual and festival-ready.”
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