Roger Bash Music

Venice, FL

$225-$1500

Travels up to 1.5 hours

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Hard Road

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Silver Hammer

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Had this song on the radio.

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CD released in 2022

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Tour bus

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After the Deep Lagoon show Feb 2024

Overview

Roger Bash is a singer-songwriter who effortlessly combines multiple genres into a rousing one-of-a-kind folk and roots-rock experience. Combining popular cover songs with his compelling original music, an exciting and energizing show is in store for you when Roger takes the stage.

Roger’s music has been influenced by such bands as the Grateful Dead, the Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan and Little Feat, and he wears those influences proudly on his sleeve. He’s toured and recorded with acclaimed blues guitarist Walter Trout, producer and John Mellencamp collaborator Larry Crane, MegaDeth bassist James LoMenzo, and famed drummer Kenny Aronoff.


Reviews

6 reviews

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Tom H.

December 11, 2025

Perfect

Roger performed at our private party and didn’t disappoint! He’s punctual, organized and professional. He mixed it up. Easy listening and some good old rock and roll. Highly recommend!

Hired as: Guitarist


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Ashley M.

July 26, 2024
Verified review

Excellent Performer- Happy Hour Bach Party!

Roger was the perfect surprise addition to my fiancé’s bachelor party! His music selection was a hit and just the perfect vibe for a happy hour musician. Guitarist & can sing! His whole bachelor party just absolutely loved it. He was a great communicator before the event. I would highly recommend Roger!

Hired as: Guitarist, Singing Guitarist


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Joseph L.

February 24, 2024

Wonderful musician, and song writer

He is a super nice guy, very outgoing, and loves to please the crowd with his song selection and banter with everyone. Always a great show.

Hired as: Guitarist

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Roger Bash Music

Thanks Joe! I enjoyed working with you.


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Casey A.

March 12, 2023

Off-Trail Bike & Brew

Always a great performer. Great self promoter always an awesome following when he plays. takes it very serious great equipment, lighting, and effects. Works very well with his crowd. Playlist are phenomenal. Good music, good times always. We book Roger bash anytime he’s available. Thanks- Casey Arena
Bike & Brew

Hired as: Singer/Songwriter


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Skylar S.

February 13, 2023

Very professional!

Roger Bash exceeded our expectations giving an all out performance at my in laws 70th birthday party. He was able to adapt to the mood of the audience perfectly, a real showman! His Sound was well mixed. Thanks

Hired as: Singing Guitarist, Sound Technician

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Booking information

Price range: $225-$1500

Languages: English

Gig length: 20 - 240 minutes

What to expect

Shows are set up quickly and efficiently 45 minutes before showtime. Depending on the space & amount of people at the event the size of the PA can range from 200 Watts all the way up to 2000 Watts. I use JBL Linear Array sound systems, Fender, Alvarez & Taylor acoustic guitars, Modulus, Fender & Gibson electric guitars, Mesa Boogie Amplification, TELEFUNKEN Mics, TC Helicon, BOSS & Nobels FX, Jodi Head straps, Sharkfin Picks by Landstrom, Kyser Capos, Shure Wireless systems & D’Addario XS strings.

About

Roger Bash is a singer-songwriter who effortlessly combines multiple genres into a rousing one-of-a-kind folk and roots-rock experience. Combining popular cover songs with his compelling original music, an exciting and energizing show is in store for you when Roger takes the stage.

Roger’s music has been influenced by such bands as the Grateful Dead, the Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan and Little Feat, and he wears those influences proudly on his sleeve. He’s toured and recorded with acclaimed blues guitarist Walter Trout, producer and John Mellencamp collaborator Larry Crane, veteran rock bassist James LoMenzo, and famed drummer Kenny Aronoff.

Roger started playing piano at a young age, and ultimately attended Indiana University in Bloomington, where he discovered his love for the guitar, influenced by the likes of Bob Weir and Dickie Betts. Roger fronted a Grateful Dead cover band, The Resonators, in Indianapolis in the late 1980s and early ‘90s. An impromptu meeting with Jerry Garcia in 1993 inspired Roger to pursue his own original music.

Bash records new music every month with his long-time friend and audio engineer, Jake Belser, the owner and operator of Primary Sound Studios in Bloomington, and he occasionally also records with the Wonder Twins, Eric and Marc Johnson, at the Pop Machine in Indianapolis.

Summer of 2025 will find Roger back on the road, including multiple dates in his old stomping grounds of Indiana, and multiple festivals around the Midwest then back to Florida Sept 2025 to May 2026.

Additional booking notes

JBL PRX ONE 2000 Watt PA
The gear cannot get wet so if we are outdoors please have a plan to keep the gear dry.
2 Chauvet 4 Bar lights
2 Gobi lights
Fender, Alvarez & Taylor Guitars
Mesa Boogie, Marshall & Fender Amps
Telefunken, AKG & Shure Mics
Monster Cables
BOSS, Tech 21 & TC Helicon effects.

Set list

Little Feat- Willin’
Beatles- Help From My Friends, Things we said Today
Bob Marley- Redemption Song
Eagles- Tequila Sunrise, Peaceful Easy Feeling
Old Crow Medicine Show- Wagon Wheel
Peter Frampton- Baby I Love your way
Green Day- Good Riddance
Grateful Dead- Friend of the Devil, Me & My Uncle, Deal, Sugar Magnolia
Tom Petty- Mary Jane’s Last Dance
Allman Brothers- Sweet Melissa
Steve Earle- I ain’t ever Satisfied
Johnny Cash- Folsom Prison
Bob Dylan- Tangled up in Blue, Don’t think twice it’s alright
Neil Young- Powderfinger, Comes a Time, I am a Child
The Band- The Weight
Chuck Berry- Johnny B. Good
Rolling Stones- Loving Cup, Mothers Little Helper
Lonnie Mack- Satisfy Suzie
Waylon & Willie- Heaven & Hell, My Hero’s have always been Cowboys
Billy Strings- Dust in a Baggie
The Doors- Whiskey Bar
Jimmy Buffet- Margaritaville
Johnny Rivers- Memphis
Van Morrison- Brown Eyed Girl
Six Days on the Road
Big River
Mama Tried

Influences and inspiration

Warren Zevon, Merle Haggard, Willy Nelson, Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Grateful Dead, Rolling Stones, Neil Young, Allman Brothers, The Eagles, Beatles, The Band.

Setup requirements

I need access to strong clean power so we don't blow a fuse or trip a breaker.

In the event of rain all outdoor shows require a tent or similar protection

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