Acoustic trio rooted in old-time, Americana & bluegrass

Charlotte, NC

About

Where the groove takes them

Roving Roots are an acoustic trio, inspired by traditional Americana music and driven to go wherever the groove takes them, whether that be a funky instrumental, a pretty and hypnotic old-time tune, or a heartfelt original sung over the warm rhythmic hum of the clawhammer banjo.

The band consists of Chalmers Croft on guitar, Drew Egerton on mandolin, and Julia Migner on fiddle and clawhammer banjo — though don't be surprised if you see them swapping instruments on stage or pulling out an octave-mandolin or bouzouki.

The trio first played music together in the summer of 2025 after meeting and jamming separately at local jams and camps. Chalmers' solid yet nuanced rhythmic foundation coupled with Drew's playful, thoughtful phrasing and the smooth tone of Julia's fiddle fuse together into a warm and energizing musical conversation.

You'll hear them playing a mix of traditional and progressive bluegrass, Americana and swing tunes, along with some of their own original songs — rooted in a desire to create music that brings them joy, meandering through melodies while carefully listening to the story being told.

Watch

Live performance

All About You — Cliff Friend
In Tall Buildings — John Hartford
Hard Times — Gillian Welch
Listen

Caught in the woodshed

Snippets from our practice sessions — rough around the edges and all the better for it.

Souvenir
Pharis & Jason Romero
Dawg in the Sound
Roving Roots (original)
Church Street Blues
Norman Blake
Upcoming Shows

Come see us live

July 9, 2026
The Cabin — Davidson, NC
7:00 – 10:00 PM
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July 11, 2026
Earl Scruggs Center — Shelby, NC
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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July 24, 2026
Divine Barrel Brewing — Charlotte, NC
6:00 – 9:00 PM
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The Band

Who we are

Chalmers Croft
Chalmers Croft
Guitar
Drew Egerton
Drew Egerton
Mandolin
Julia Migner
Julia Migner
Fiddle · Clawhammer Banjo
Photos

Photos

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Photo credit: Ethan Walker

Booking

Book Roving Roots

Available for festivals, listening rooms, private events, and venue residencies in the Charlotte area and beyond.

rovingrootsband@gmail.com

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