While listening to new bands these days, it's difficult to find the kind of musical mix and virtuosity that you hear in "Soldiers of Soul." This phenomenal, new, much talked about group features a superlative level of interplay between top players in the region. From the first note, you know that you're in for a dynamic expression of soul and power. Whether playing pop, funk, r&b, or exploring jazz roots, these exciting innovators come together in live performance with an ineffable chemistry that infuses a crowd, and brings them to their feet.
Every once and awhile, the stars align and the muse visits a stage to smile benevolently. The Soldiers' muse works overtime with Steve Thornburg's sweet tone and lyrical phrasing cutting right to the heart of the alto saxophone. Add the seasoned electric bass of Clark Ewalt to the mix, as well as the adventurous funky guitar of Dave Cupak. Joining them is one of the most talented and awe inspiring drummers in the area, Mary O'Keefe, effortlessly cooking behind Steve's sizzling sax. The resulting group ranks among the nations' best, with the kind of soul-deep communication that is so often expected but so rarely occurs.
"Soldiers" song list includes tunes by King Curtis, Junior Walker, Stevie Wonder, The Beatles, Marvin Gaye, Al Green, Ray Charles, Eddie Harris, Les McCann, John Coltrane, Thelonious Monk, Ella Fitzgerald, and more.
