About Us
Rampart Street Garage, a dynamic music collective led by Tim Robertson, capturing the essence of New Orleans’ diverse music scene. Originally inspired during Tim’s time recording in Philadelphia, RSG embraces a genre-fluid approach, from punk-rock to Cajun music, featuring collaborations with talented New Orleans artists.
With a mission of showcasing the city’s musical tapestry, Rampart Street Garage has already collaborated with multiple artists, with more projects in the works. Their upcoming releases blend tradition with innovation, celebrating New Orleans’ musical heritage in fresh and exciting ways.
Sasha Robertson
Sasha Robertson is a senior marketing student at Louisiana State University. He played in bands and with his father, Tim Robertson, throughout middle and high school. Upon starting college, Sasha shifted his focus to behind-the-scenes work to help start Rampart Street Garage, honing his skills in video production, advertising, audio recording, etc. He also works with Amanda Shaw, a renowned local fiddler and singer.
Timothy Robertson
Tim Robertson is a guitarist, composer, producer, arranger, and performer based in New Orleans, Louisiana. He works in various idioms—from arena rock to symphonic concert, Bourbon Street cover band to experimental studio work. After graduating with a music degree from Duke University, he took a guitar in hand and became one of New Orleans’ most respected commercial players. After the levees failed in New Orleans in 2005, he found himself in the New York area. Needing a purpose, he sought out a composition teacher. He spent a year away from home, studying with Daron Hagen and writing concert music. His works have been performed by the Yakima Seasons Festival Orchestra, the West Shore Orchestra, Tulane University Wind Quintet, and the New Orleans Chamber Orchestra, among others. In 2008, he released his debut record, “Get On Board,” to critical acclaim amongst his peers. Currently, he can be seen performing worldwide with Amanda Shaw, with the eclectic acoustic duo Paint Box, his new band Sgt. Dork, and all around his adopted hometown, where he is a fixture in the music scene.
