About Slowly Rolling Camera

Biography

Slowly Rolling Camera, based in Cardiff, Wales, with a decade dedicated to honing their sound and production values, emerges as one of the most enigmatic and undiscovered treasures in the UK's vibrant music scene. Led by musicians Dave Stapleton, Deri Roberts, and Elliot Bennett, the band defies genre boundaries and commands a formidable global following. Since its formation in 2013, Slowly Rolling Camera embarked on a mission to create a distinct fusion of musical styles, drawing inspiration from jazz, cinematic soundscapes, and electronic production values. Blending “the way jazz and trip-hop merge into their music”, as hailed by Deutschland Radio, they “showcase genius in their compositions”.

“a jazzed-up nu-soul affair, stuffed with orchestral sweeps, Bristol-style trip-hop, and ethereal drum and bass rhythms” .Crack Magazine

FAQs

Who are the members of the band?

The core members have included Dave Stapleton (piano, synths), Deri Roberts (sound design, electronics), and Elliot Bennett (drums), with regular contributors including Stuart McCallum (guitar), Jon Goode (bass), Jasper Høiby (double bass), Mark Lockheart, Nicolas Kummert, Josh Arcoleo (saxophones), and Verneri Pohjola (trumpet). In addition they have worked with vocalists Dionne Bennett and Sachal Vasandani.

What’s the story behind the name “Slowly Rolling Camera”?

The name reflects a cinematic perspective - like a long, slow shot in a film, capturing mood, emotion, and time. It mirrors the band's commitment to storytelling and atmosphere in music.