Rootjoose were a funk rock band from Cornwall. They purveyed a lively style of music reminiscent of surf rock bands such as contemporaries Reef, their live performances gained them some popularity in the South West of England during the late 1990s. Performances included lightshows and semi-choreographed "comedy" dances that enlivened Cornish crowds, but made little impression nationally. Signed to Rage Records, the band released Rhubarb, their debut album, in 1997.