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         "If you're searching for a 12 string to add another dimension to your band's sound at a reasonable price, the Waterstone TP-12 has it all..." |
Robert Ruiz
Rob Ruiz of the San Francisco Bay Area based roots rock band The Sorentinos received his Waterstone 12 string bass by UPS on the morning of March 10, 2006. That same evening he strapped it on for his bands opening set for Hootie and the Blow Fish without even having plugged it into amp beforehand. Lots of accolades at the bands merchandise counter after the show! His bass influences range from Paul McCartney and John Entwistle to Brownsville Stations Michael Lutz, Dee Ramone, and Tom Petersson of Cheap Trick. Beginning with his late 70's-80's band Rolls Rock, Rob toured the US and Canada opening for such acts as Van Halen, Rick Springfield, Sammy Hagar, and Eddie Money. Since 1985 he's been with The Sorentinos playing gigs from SF to New York and made 9 trips overseas playing in the UK to promote their 7 cd's. The Sorentinos have opened concerts for over 50 major artists, including Bob Dylan, Chris Issak, Dwight Yoakum, Jeff Beck, Huey Lewis, and Peter Frampton. Rob has also played bass onstage backing Journey's Neal Schon, Boz Scaggs, and Captain Beefheart (!). Besides his music career Rob is Chief Park Ranger with Marin County Parks Department. where he manages over 26 facilities. His motto: "Work Hard, Play Hard"!! Contact Rob at robandmandy@eathlink.net or the sorentinos.com.
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