The Roomsounds

There’s a party at the Roomsounds’ house. It doesn’t matter what day of the week, or even what time of day (although the later the better), there are almost always people wall-to-wall — musicians, beautiful girls and what the band calls “permanent guests,” all decked out with long hair, big hats and bell bottoms. It’s an uncannily retro trip, as though the recording sessions for Exile on Main St. have been brought back to life, 40 years later.


The Roomsounds are exiles in Dallas, but it seems that wherever they go they make a name for themselves. In a previous life, the band’s founding members had a band in Connecticut that played the Vans Warped Tour and got signed to a subsidiary of Warner Records. But, tempted by a visit to Frisco, they left that life behind and built a new one in Texas that’s earned them praise from no less than the owner of Muscle Shoals’ legendary Fame Studios, who calls them “the future of rock ‘n’ roll.”

There’s something freakishly authentic about the band’s ’60s aesthetic, which is reflected not only by their music, but also by their lifestyle and choice of dress. They exude a sincere Midnight in Paris complex — a romantic longing for a time passed. If you didn’t know any better you’d think they were permanently in character. With their long hair, fringe, fur and floppy hats, they look like walking photographs of yore, and they’re instantly recognizable.

You’ll never catch them in sports T-shirts and khaki shorts. Not even on laundry day. - Dallas Observer

"The Roomsounds were definitely getting down, dirty, & retro at Hailey’s. I highly recommend seeing this band live to anyone with ears, so if you live in the Dallas Metroplex watch out, The Roomsounds are coming your way."
- rockandrollblues.com

"The Roomsounds, a quartet originally from Connecticut who have recently settled in the DFW area. These guys never cease to amaze us with their catchy '60s-style tunes, great covers by Tom Petty and Oasis, and their impeccable taste in jewelry..."
"Judging from the scene at the bar, the guys were very well received and enjoyed by the crowd..." - Charlotte Golden / Pegasusnews.com

"The Roomsounds, a quartet originally from Connecticut who have recently settled in the DFW area. These guys never cease to amaze us with their catchy '60s-style tunes, great covers by Tom Petty and Oasis, and their impeccable taste in jewelry..."
"Judging from the scene at the bar, the guys were very well received and enjoyed by the crowd..." - Charlotte Golden / Pegasusnews.com

"The Roomsounds were definitely getting down, dirty, & retro at Hailey’s. I highly recommend seeing this band live to anyone with ears, so if you live in the Dallas Metroplex watch out, The Roomsounds are coming your way."
- rockandrollblues.com

"Finding a distinguishable sound is a hard part of being a musician, especially when you incorporate others into this sound. The Roomsounds are a distinguishable band. They are loud, yet soft; hard, yet melodic."

" I asked around at the show, wondering what others thought. I got one reference to the Black Crowes, others ventured to say they sounded like a slash between The Beatles, Tom Petty, and The Rolling Stones."

"All the guys are very versatile with double up vocals and harmony. They had everyone at the show in silent mode, bobbing their heads and tapping their feet, especially when they played a kick-ass rendition of "My Generation" by The Who. Although they opened at Boiler Room on Thursday for three other bands, these guys could definitely hold their own. I can see them rocking our socks off at ACL or SXSW with 300 other screaming fans. The guys are really down to earth and friendly, not to mention, good looking (for you ladies out there). I know I will be at their next local show and give my support to one of my new favorite bands in the area. "
- Alias Chuck / My Denton News

"Finding a distinguishable sound is a hard part of being a musician, especially when you incorporate others into this sound. The Roomsounds are a distinguishable band. They are loud, yet soft; hard, yet melodic."

" I asked around at the show, wondering what others thought. I got one reference to the Black Crowes, others ventured to say they sounded like a slash between The Beatles, Tom Petty, and The Rolling Stones."

"All the guys are very versatile with double up vocals and harmony. They had everyone at the show in silent mode, bobbing their heads and tapping their feet, especially when they played a kick-ass rendition of "My Generation" by The Who. Although they opened at Boiler Room on Thursday for three other bands, these guys could definitely hold their own. I can see them rocking our socks off at ACL or SXSW with 300 other screaming fans. The guys are really down to earth and friendly, not to mention, good looking (for you ladies out there). I know I will be at their next local show and give my support to one of my new favorite bands in the area. "
- Alias Chuck / My Denton News