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- Chicago, IL
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Jeff S. said “The band provided the perfect level of excitement and energy to our event. Working with Matt was a great experience - he handled all of the tricking AV…”
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The Soul Papas is an an eight piece horn band with a diverse song list, electrifying vocals, powerful rhythm section and hard hitting horns that is guaranteed to thrill any audience. As musicians determined to get everyone on their feet, The Soul Papas, don't disappoint. The Soul Papas can be configured to fit any size requirement up to a full eleven piece show band down to a solo artist and everything in between.
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Price Range: $850 and up
Gig Length: 60 - 180 minutes
Insurance: $10 - Available
High energy, versatile horn band that gets the crowd on their feet and keep them dancing
The hardest working band in Chicagoland is back!!! The Soul Papas have re-united to thrill audiences throughout the Chicago area. Founded by John Harp and Josh Beatty, The Soul Papas is an an eight piece horn band with a diverse song list, electrifying vocals, powerful rhythm section and hard hitting horns that is guaranteed to thrill any audience. As musicians determined to get everyone on their feet, The Soul Papas, don't disappoint.
Candidly combining influences drawn from the classic soul tunes of Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, James Brown, Sam and Dave, Stevie Wonder; the merry wonderment of summertime staples of Van Morrison, Jimmy Buffet and Lynyrd Skynyrd; the disco dance euphoria of KC and the Sunshine Band, Parliament, and the Tramps; the wailing rock classics of the 50's 60's, 70's, 80's and 90's; the sophisticated style of modern adult contemporary, the Soul Papas create a stellar musical explosion you won't forget.
Combine the seductive, burning vocals of Leroy Winn with energetic solos of Harp, sax-man Josh Beatty and guitarist “Professor” Dan Becker and Larry Stigler with the rock solid rhythm section of drummer Patrick "Big" Lovelace and bass man Charles Johnson, you'll be left in a euphoric state that makes you want to jump back and kiss yourself. The Soul Papas is the most versatile musical yum fest around.
The ingredients that complete the Soul Papas recipe include Leroy Winn (guitar, lead vocals), Dionne Johnson (vocals) John Harp (trombone), Josh Beatty (sax), Patrick Lovelace (drums), Charles Johnson (bass), Larry Stigler, Dan Becker (lead guitar, vocals).
The Soul Papas can be configured to fit any size requirement up to a full eleven piece show band down to a solo artist and everything in between.
To fully appreciate the band's talent they must be seen live. So to quench your thirst, the Soul Papas can be found playing at festivals, parties and watering holes all around Chicagoland. Or book the Soul Papas for your next event.
Soulman - Sam and Dave
25 Miles - Edwin Starr
Hard to Handle - Otis Redding
Everybody Needs Somebody - Solomon Burke
Chain of Fools - Aretha Franklin
Superstition - Stevie Wonder
Try a Little Tenderness - Otis Redding
Let’s Stay Together - Al Green
Volcano - Jimmy Buffett
I heard it through the grapevine - Gladys Knight and the Pips
Sweet Home Chicago -
I’ll take you there - Staple Singers
Hold On - Sam and Dave
Midnight Hour - Wilson Pickett
Mustang Sally - Wilson Pickett
Knock On Wood - Eddie Floyd
Long Train Runnin - Doobie Brothers
Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison
I got you - James Brown
Sex Machine - James Brown
Low Rider - WAR
Boogie on Reggae Woman - Stevie Wonder
Get Down Tonight - KC and the Sunshine Band
Gloria - Van Morrison
Wild Night - Van Morrison
Vehicle - Ides of March
Dr. Feelgood - Aretha Franklin
Pick up the pieces - Average White Band
Mercy Mercy Mercy - Cannonball Aderley
I just want to make love to you - Cold Blood
Chameleon - Herbie Hancock
Hound Dog - Elvis Presley
Twist and Shout - The Beatles
Johnny B Goode - Chuck Berry
Stand By Me - Ben E. King
Crazy Love - Van Morrison
Thinking Out Loud - Ed Sheeran
YMCA - The Village People
Brickhouse - The Commodores
Uptown Funk - Mark Ronson
Use Me - Bill Withers
The Thrill Is Gone - B.B. King
Rock Me Baby - B.B. King
I’m Torn Down - Eric Clapton
Born Under a Bad Sign - Albert King
Jump Jive and Wail - Louis Prima
Ragg Mopp - Louis Prima
Margaritaville Jimmy Buffett
Sweet Home Alabama - Lynyrd Skynyrd
My Girl - Temptations
Mary Jane’s Last Dance - Tom Petty
Ain’t That a Shame - Fats Domino
Signed, Sealed, Delivered - Stevie Wonder
Respect - Aretha Franklin
That’s The Way- KC and the Sunshine Band
Groove Me - King Floyd
Can’t Get Next To You- Al Green
Gimme Some Lovin’ - Spencer Davis Group
Ain’t too Proud to Beg - The Temptations
The Letter - Joe Cocker
Rock Steady - Aretha Franklin
Messin’ with the Kid - Junior Wells
Stayin Alive - Bee Gees / Bruce Springsteen
Shake Your Booty - KC and the Sunshine Band
Play That Funky Music - Wild Cherry
Pass the Peas - Maceo Parker
Shut Up and Dance - Walk the Moon
I Took a Pill In Ibiza - Mike Posner
Summer of 69 - Bryan Adams
Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, Sam and Dave, Stevie Wonder, James Brown, Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, Van Morrison
Jeff S. said “The band provided the perfect level of excitement and energy to our event. Working with Matt was a great experience - he handled all of the tricking AV…”
Pam L. said “I hired Ryan Hobbs of Northside Brass Music Co. as a soloist for my father's outdoor Celebration of Life. Ryan is a true professional in everyway,…”
Russ H. said “Great job keeping the audience engaged and fantastic to work with!”
Book our multi-genre wedding band for a high-energy performance that will keep your guests dancing all night long! With a wide range of genres from rock to funk…