Talkin' Roots Crew

The Talkin' Roots Crew's beginnings go back to Harmony Park Music Garden at Harvest Fest back in 2003. Originally a voice,drum and bass ensemble,it has evolved over time.It was conceived by David Daniels orginally to present spoken word adaptations from passages of plays he had presented as the founding member of the Reggae Theater Ensemble.Now on any given performance,in addition to Daniels' work,you might hear the Talkin Roots Crew perform "spoken word covers" of poets Richard Brautigan,Gary Snyder,Wendell Berry..even Robert Hunter! It is difficult to define the Talkin' Roots Crew..Call it an Acoustic Reggae/Spoken Word/Folk/Poetry/Jam Band.Each member brings a unique influence to the Talkin' Roots Crew. Van Nixon is most noted for a founding member of the groundbreaking local Twin Cities Reggae band,The Maroons.Anyone who has heard Van knows of his soulful,gospel influenced vocal delivery. Bassist Ike Russell has been with the Talkin Roots Crew from the beginning. Ike plays with a number of reggae,hip-hop and traditional South American music. Charlie Braden,saxophonist brings an element of experimental jazz.. Dan Boldt "Tabla Dan" nuff said.. Dan Schauer spent time jamming with the One Eyed Jacks.. Noah Factor on guitar and drums has contributed original work. Our new CD "David Daniels with the Talkin' Roots Crew-4:20 Report is here! David Daniels with The Talkin' Roots Crew"The System" on You Tube!