This band brings classic hits, new sound, a lot of energy — and basically, all that jazz.
Soul Rebels Brass Band is a New Orleans jazz band with a big sound and a lot of heart. Their energetic take on music and performance keeps the nightlife extended into the wee hours. Wear that old pair of shoes, because this band promises to keep you dancing until your soul and soles breaks free.
I know what you are thinking: New Orleans is not close. But, Sept. 1 it will be closer than you think. Soul Rebels will perform at Rose Street Market, 303 N. Rose St. (which houses Just Good Food in the basement, so expect a preview of their tasty grub) at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $12.
Can’t wait until 7:30? Sit down and talk to Soul Rebels at Fire Historical and Cultural Arts Collaborative (1249 Portage Rd.). They will be discussing the role of art in revitalizing community. This 5 p.m. talk should get you in good with the band and give you some intellectual pointers. You will be able to brag to your friends about how down to earth these guys are and how you just rubbed elbows. Oh yes, they will be jealous.
On their website Soul Rebels boast, ”If jazz music is the heart of New Orleans, then the Soul Rebels’ music is the blood that it pumps through the city’s body.”
And they have reason to brag. Have you heard them? Horns! Drums! The thump-thump thump of African, Spanish and Creole influences rattle in the air and crash you into a lively celebration of noise, power and belly-belting harmony. Your fingers will snap, toes will tap and head will bob. Pretty soon, you won’t know what came over you as you find your body wiggling across the dance floor with the ease and sole-lead intention of Savion Glover.
But, Soul Rebels will tell you what has happened: You have just become a part of a Rebelution.
But don’t take my word for it. Listen and learn: soulrebelsbrassband.com or on YouTube.com.
Tickets can be purchased at thisisfire.com.
