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    'Electric Hobbit' is the pseudonym of Robert King Balderstone, guitarist, composer and producer (Born: March 10, 1966 in Norfolk, England) 

    Robert started playing the guitar at 16 years old and has written and performed in the studio and on the ‘live’ circuit for numerous bands and projects. An adventurous musician, he has never chosen to limit himself to any particular style or category and he continues to experiment with many musical genres, both old and new.

    Electric Hobbit’s music is a unique blend of electronic music, combined with ‘live’ guitar and vocals. Within this field, he experiments with genres both old and new and his progressive repertoire is extensive and diverse. 

    Some of his guitar work is reminiscent of his early influences, such as Pink Floyd, Jeff Beck, BB King and Santana, while others take you on a journey into uncharted musical territory. With his unique multi-genre approach to his music, you can always be assured that it is crammed full of emotion, energy and passion.

    With a fusion of genres too numerous to mention, this is an Artist that should definitely not be missed. After all, variety is the spice of life and ‘Electric Hobbit’ sprinkles all of his energetic and emotive works with fervour and gusto.

Made a record shop on a market stall with my last paycheque from a supermarket.
Moved it into a shop after 6 months.
Got it noticed by Richard Branson. 
Closed the shop in 2014 due to red tape. 
Became homeless for a year.
Found somewhere to live.
Turned the shop into a popup / traded at Dr Martens / Qbic Hotel / Coffee Shops 
Lost it all again. 
Found another place to live. 
Started Blossom Records TV on YouTube in 2015
Branched out into making music videos (message for commissions)

Currently working on launching Blossom Records as a label. 

Follow your dreams!

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