Biography
Rollo Started playing Blues at the age of seventeen having been inspired by his mentor Julius Junior. Twenty years on he has developed a rich, passionate and authentic blues voice. His valve amplified Harp playing is full of tone, style and energy. Working as a musician an actor and a dancer has made Rollo the consummate Frontman, his ability to engage with and enthuse his audiences has won him admirers across Europe.
The Tailshakers formed in 1998 with a vision to create a Blues band with an authentic 50's sound. They use vintage Instruments, Microphones and Amplifiers to create a sound reminicant of the Chess Recordings. Their dedication to blues and their attention to detail have produced a confident, stylish and highly entertaining act
Festivals:
Rollo has played Shows and at Festivals in - Holland, Germany, Belgium, Russia, Spain, England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
Radio Shows:
2 live sessions for - "Paul Jones Blues Show." BBC Radio 2. England.
Live sessions and interviews for..
- "Blues Is Back" with Marco Mout. Stads Radio. Rottedam. Holland.
- "Blues Show" Radio Groningen. Holland
- "Bluezy @" Radio Ridderkerk. Holland.
- "The Kat and Vovo Breakfast Show" Radio Moscow. Russia.
as well as many internet radio stations.
What People Have Said:
"You guys have got it, so you better use it" — Hubert Sumlin.
"Your sound is the real deal. I love this stuff" — Geno Washington.
“Rollo Markee is one of the most authentic Blues harmonica players this country has produced for years” – Pete Johnson, Jazz FM.