Roots

Down 'n Dirty Blues, Funk & Rock 'n Roll

Tune in and drop out:

https://rb89.bandcamp.com/album/roots

 

Live performance by RB & The Nightcaps at Belgium's most prestigious venue Ancienne Belgique

I wrote two songs for Brussels TUUB in Bruxellois, an enchanting gumbo of Flemish & French, drenched in Belgian hops… 
→ Tettengarage & Jeanke Leeft Van Den Dop

Check out the full album → BRUSSELS TUUB

The Other Side Of The Coin

Ruben Bertrands: vocals, harmonica
Natan Goessens: drums
Samuel Cambien: bass
Geert Zonderman: bass
Tom Eylenbosch: keys
Ozgur Hazar: guitar
Rotem Sivan: guitar
Hugh Pool: guitar, theremin

Recorded by Dirk Lekenne at Studio Fandango, Boutersem (BE)
Produced by Hugh Pool at Excello Recording, NYC (USA)
Mastering by Rufus Van Baardwijk at Hidden Gem Studio, Amsterdam (NL)

Artwork: Stephan Louwes
“Ruben Bertrands has created a track list of songs that fuse the classic styles of blues and folk rock with modern rock and psychedelic music to create an album that takes you on a ride through his mind, making you feel heightened emotions as you see and listen to The Other Side Of The Coin.”

— https://skopemag.com/2025/02/11/ruben-bertrands-leads-a-blues-filled-trip-in-the-other-side-of-the-coin

“The Other Side of the Coin proves yet again that Ruben Bertrands’ harmonica playing and deep knowledge of the music create a perfect harmony between blues, country, and jazz.”

— https://chicagonewsjournal.com/ruben-bertrands-the-other-side-of-the-coin-upbeat-blues

“In conclusion, this album stands out due to its compelling combination of rich rock vocals, engaging rhythms, and stellar instrumental solos. It captures the essence of traditional blues and folk, while infusing it with modernity that appeals to a wide audience. Whether you are a long-time fan of these genres or new to them, The Other Side Of The Coin promises an enjoyable listening experience filled with warmth, energy, and emotional depth.”

— https://indiepulsemusic.com/2024/08/12/ruben-bertrands-soulful-journey-through-folk-and-blues/

“The Other Side of the Coin is, simply put, fun to listen to. I was transported back to New Orleans, wandering in and out of live music bars and never being disappointed with that night’s entertainment. In this spirit, Ruben Bertrands and company manage to exude the spontaneity of a jam band all while demonstrating a clear mastery of music theory and technique.”

— https://musicweeknews.com/dance-along-to-the-masterful-melodies-in-ruben-bertrands-the-other-side-of-the-coin/

“The Other Side of the Coin is less about Bertrands skill as a storyteller, or even his musical talent, than it is about his skill at using his band to evoke different aspects of the blues. He focuses on using his band as an instrument, not as a free ride for solo space, and that’s a refreshing take on the blues indeed.”

— https://nashvillemusicguide.com/ruben-bertrands-shows-the-other-side-of-the-blues/