Backstory:
Roasted Rule was conceived in the dark, gritty heart of downtown Chicago in 2008. Its founding members, Denny ‘The Roast’ Rollins, Eddie ‘Rule’ Ruiz and Tommy ‘T-bone’ Thompson, all hail from unique and colorful musical backgrounds. Denny, a classically trained guitarist, found his musical solace in the distorted chords of rock while Eddie, a self-taught drummer, drew inspiration from the rhythmic complexities of jazz. Tommy, on the other hand, with his sultry voice and charismatic stage presence, was a perfect fit for the role of frontman.
Together, they started jamming in garages, honing their sound and crafting lyrics that reflected their shared life experiences. Their journey was far from smooth, with countless late-night practices, countless extremely low profile gigs and countering financial struggles. Despite these challenges, their passion for music kept them united. It was not until 2012, when their demo got into the hands of a local radio DJ, that they gained some recognition. Their fan base began to grow rapidly, and Roasted Rule became a household name in the Chicago rock scene.
Genre:
Alternative Rock
Title:
“Shadows of Yesterday”
Full Song Lyrics:
(Verse 1)
[G] Looking back on the [D] days of old,
[Em] Trying to shelter from the [C] cold,
[G] Memories painted in [D] black and white,
[Em] Shadows of yesterday, in the [C] moonlight.
(Chorus)
[G] And we’ll keep on [D] fighting,
[Em] In the name of love, in the name of [C] right,
[G] Holding to the [D] memories,
[Em] Shadows of yesterday, in the [C] pale moonlight.
(Verse 2)
[G] Times have changed but [D] we’re the same,
[Em] Playing life’s little [C] game,
[G] We stand tall, we [D] stand proud,
[Em] Shadows of yesterday, speaking [C] loud.
(Chorus)
[G] And we’ll keep on [D] fighting,
[Em] In the name of love, in the name of [C] right,
[G] Holding to the [D] memories,
[Em] Shadows of yesterday, in the [C] pale moonlight.
Favorite Fan (Testimonial):
Her name is Jessie Mitchell. She fell in love with Roasted Rule when she first heard their demo on the local radio station. A passionate music lover, she was drawn to the band’s raw energy, practical lyrics and the unique blend of rock and alternative music. Jessie’s testimony, “Roasted Rule’s music was like a breath of fresh air in the stagnant world of mainstream music. It resonated with my life, my struggles and my victories. I’ve attended every single gig since I first heard them and their music has become my daily anthem.” Jessie’s enthusiasm and loyalty have made her a favorite among the band members.