Howlin’ Ric & the Rocketeers - Rock & Roll, Rockabilly and Rhythm & Blues

On Friday 5th September we welcome Howlin' Ric & the Rocketeers bringing their exciting take on a great American tradition to the JJJ stage.

Leeds-based Howlin’ Ric & the Rocketeers present original Rock & Roll and Rhythm & Blues with a classic and fresh sound! After forming as a trio in 2016 their debut releases, Cannonball EP and Tears Before Bedtime EP, were championed by BBC Introducing and UK Rock and Roll Magazine. In 2018 the band expanded the line-up, adding saxophone and drums to the already rocking guitar and bass rhythm section. and released their debut album, Waiting By The Dance Floor, combining elements of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Rhythm & Blues and Rockabilly.

They have set their stall out as a hard-touring outfit, headlining shows across the UK as well as performing at a multitude of festivals including Rhythm Riot, Atomic, Underneath The Stars, SummerTyne Americana, Great British Rhythm and Blues and made lauded debuts across Europe in Belgium, Holland, Germany, Austria and Italy.