To each person in America, the word “Midwest” conjures up certain images. But before you get lost in the fields of corn and wheat, remember that Detroit is at it’s very heart – a machine-driven landscape built of the steel, grime and sweat of the many men and women that drove the motor city forward. This never-say-die attitude fostered a sonic rebellion manifested by the youth, and was captured in some of the finest American rock 'n roll that the genre had ever recorded. A blue collar work ethic mixed with the urban frustration has given rise to many unique, energetic and creative artists, including TAPROOT.

From their very inception, TAPROOT has created a smarter, deeper style of post-hardcore and heavy melodic rock. This overture can be credited to the unique combination of personalities in the band; Vocalist – Stephen Richards, Guitarist – Michael DeWolf, Bassist – Phil Lipscomb and newest addition, Drummer – Nick Fredell. All raised on the lessons of LED ZEPPELIN, the angst of ALICE IN CHAINS and the preaching of PANTERA, hoping that one day they could leave their imprint on the pages of rock ‘n roll history.