Released August 22, ‘Steal Your Heart’ is the new release from singer/songwriter and guitarist, Robert LaRoche.
Originally from Holyoke, Massachusetts, but now based in Austin, Texas, LaRoche started performing professionally at the age of 15, and in 1982 formed the power pop band, The Sighs, who were later signed to Virgin Records, releasing their debut album, ‘What Goes On’, in 1992, receiving great reviews. This was followed by ‘Different’ in 1995, on the New York indie label, Big Deal Records, but the band disbanded in 1996. LaRoche moved on to the position of lead guitar and co-writer for Patrica Vonne, and subsequently performed at the Montreux Jazz Festival in 2013, where they received the critics’ pick for “Best Live Performance”.
2015 saw the release of LaRoche’s solo debut album, ‘Patient Man’, a record resplendent with Everly Brothers style harmonies.
LaRoche’s new single, ‘Steal Your Heart’, comes ahead of his new 10 song album, ‘Forevermore’, set for release next month. Upbeat, rocky, with an Americana/roots style, the track retains the Everly Brothers harmonies, while adding a Buddy Holly-type lead vocal. It’s clear these two acts have had a strong influence on LaRoche’s music; I’d probably go so far as to say there’s some George Harrison in there as well.
Incredibly appealing, and instantly memorable, from the opening drum beats right though to the last sustained guitar note, ‘Steal Your Heart’ is a showcase of LaRoche’s immense talent, and his immense dedication to his art.
Listen to ‘Steal Your Heart’ below, and find out more about Robert LaRoche and his music online on his official website, YouTube, and Facebook.
