The Bamboos. Hard Up marks the band's tenth studio album which was recorded over a week just prior to the pandemic. Founded and lead by guitarist, producer and songwriter Lance Ferguson, The Bamboos have been playing together for over 20 years. Over this time, the band have refined their craft to a fine point and this is reflected in the incredible musicality found on Hard Up. The title track is a stripped down, serious piece of funk that taps into the widespread sense of unease of the times. “They keep adding zeroes / Me, I only got one single nought” sings Watch the clip for 'Hard Up' now: