The Taproots Release Their Second Studio Album, “Comedy of Fools”
New album by the California Americana-rock duo is available now.
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California Americana-rock duo The Taproots return with their second studio album, “Comedy of Fools,” available now on all major streaming platforms. Following the critically acclaimed “Tales of Wonderland,” the album presents a new set of original, lyric-driven compositions that continue the duo’s storytelling-focused approach.
“Great players with real stories to tell. Rocking yet literate. If John Steinbeck were in a band, this would be it.” — Jay Ferguson (Spirit, Jo Jo Gunne, The Office, CSI: LA)
“Their duet inspires with its lyrics and beautiful vocal timbers” — Indie Dock Music Blog
“Stunning harmonic backdrops and gripping music storytelling” — Sinusoidal Music
Drawing from Americana, rock, country, reggae, and folk, this new recording blends standard rock instrumentation with ukulele, pedal steel, accordion, and mandolin. The Taproots feature singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Tom Walters and award-winning vocalist Nicole Cassingham, best known for weaving multiple musical influences with strong harmonies and compelling storytelling.
The album was recorded at Momboe Studios in Woodland Hills by Michael C. Mason, with engineer/mixer Ross Pallone (Christopher Cross, Chris Isaak), with three tracks cut at Oppossumopolis Studio in Los Osos, CA by Steve Ahlgrim. Walters and Cassingham are backed by a supporting cast of studio players who have worked with the likes of Leon Russell, Michael McDonald, Peter Asher, and many others.
Track Listing
- Bourbon Street
- I Don’t Believe
- Monterey
- Comedy Of Fools
- Families of Origin
- Silly Dreams
- Every Child
- Katy
- Shine
“Comedy of Fools” is available on all major streaming platforms. Lyrics and full album credits are available at www.taprootsmusic.com.
Connect with The Taproots
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetaproots
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taproots.22/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thetaproots5084
Website: https://www.taprootsmusic.com/
Originally from Los Angeles, Walters cut his first track on vinyl with “Weird Al” Yankovic in college, followed by an album for international release with the duo Iverson and Walters through Eagle Records in Nashville. Tom has since performed in an array of bands ranging from acoustic roots to modern jazz, sharing stages with artists such as Jerry Douglas, Edgar Meyer, Country Joe McDonald, Bryan White, Maria Muldaur, and others. Walters is also an award-winning director, and it was through his work in the film industry that he crossed paths with recording veterans Mason and Ferguson.
Nicole Cassingham is a singer and ukulele player originally from the San Francisco Bay Area. She grew up performing in musical theater and later at numerous fair venues and competitions on the West Coast. In college, she joined a jazz ensemble with George Lewis and other bands, going on to record the full-length album Mood Swing with the California alternative rock group Monkey Wagon. As a trained music therapist, Nicole also works with people who have mental illness, developing wellness and skills through music.
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