Roo Panes

As a singer and songwriter, Roo Panes operates in a similar area to Ben Howard, Sufjan Stevens and Bon Iver: timeless and expressive songs that incorporate personal experiences. There is one striking difference, however. While the other musicians listed often explore the melancholic end of the spectrum, the prevailing mood in Roo’s music is generally positive. He is almost always celebrating life in his songs, focusing more on love and hope than their opposites – and he underpins this optimism with warm soundscapes featuring acoustic guitar, piano, and string and wind instruments.