From the Depths of the Rust Belt
Redwater RoJo was formed by Jason Meyers (lead vocals, guitar) and Joe Romito (lead guitar) in 2005. Their mutual admiration for the greats- Freddie King, Robert Johnson, and Lynyrd Skynyrd- was essential in the birth of Redwater RoJo's patented brew of whiskey-drenched, down home rock and roll.
The eclectic sounds of Redwater RoJo are rare in Cleveland, where metal is king. From hard-hitting numbers, such as 'Picture of a Memory' and 'Don't Mind', to reflective tunes like 'Your Yesterday' and 'Country Song Bye-Bye', Jason Meyers' lyrics draw the listener in and give them something worth holding on to. The addition of Joe Wheelock (bass) and Matt Vertock (drums) in 2006 completed the line-up. Redwater RoJo's live shows are always the best ticket in town on any given night, delivering a live performance that will brings the crowd back for more.Redwater RoJo has been building a solid fan base the old-fashioned way: one fan at a time. Their dedicated fans have followed them from gig to gig, from dive bars to concert halls. Cleveland's radio stations, such as the legendary 100.7 WMMS, have been giving them radio support as well, which is rare for a local band these days. Due to overwhelming demand, Redwater RoJo released their self-titled debut in May of 2007. Redwater RoJo is a great collection of original music that represents the band as it is today, as well as giving the listener an idea of good things to come.
Electrifying live performances, solid original music… Redwater RoJo carries on the proud tradition of the greats that they admire. The best is yet to come.-*Nominated best rock band in Cleveland by the Cleveland Free Times-Jan.'08
Instrumentation
Jason Meyers- vocals, rhythm guitar
Joe Romito- lead guitar
Joe Wheelock- bass
Matt Vertock- percussion
Discography
*Released radio single "Don't Mind" in May 2006 and is in current rotation at 100.7 WMMS Cleveland
*Released self titled full length debut c.d. in May 2007
*Tracks off debut album in rotation at 100.7 WMMS Cleveland, 92.3 WKRK Cleveland, 88.9 WSTB Streetsboro, 91.1 WRUW Cleveland,88.7 WJCU Cleveland