A family band with over a century of tradition to its name. A critically- acclaimed headliners with a myriad of musical influences. A living legend returning to the stage after a decades -long absence. Third Coast Kings, Gabriel Brass Band and Gloria Ann Taylor— these three respected acts with deep roots in the sound of the 70s will take to the stage as part of Get On Up!: The Ohio Theatre Funk and Soul Revue on Saturday, April 23.
Gabriel Brass Band
Soul is a family affair for the Gabriel Brass Band. Hailing from Detroit with roots in the classic sound of the Bayou, the Gabriels are part of a long lineage of musicians dating back to 1850s New Orleans. Band leader and trumpeter, Dameon Gabriel, is a sixth- generation player, and this latest iteration of his family’s legacy carries a bold, brassy sound that blends southern jazz with a Detroit flair.
“I think any audience with a pulse can enjoy this music,” Gabriel said. “The rhythm, energy, and the feel just makes you want to move.”
Gloria Ann Taylor
Toledo native Gloria Ann Taylor is a Grammy- nominated legend of early ‘70s soul whose recordings, such as “Love is a Hurtin’ Thing”, have become coveted collectors’ items. Taylor retired in 1977 and has since shied away from the spotlight, but will appear during the intermission, giving a rare public performance.
“Doing the music was too much for me,” Taylor said. “It was nerve- wracking, and I had to let it go for a while.”
Fans will be delighted to learn that this appearance may be just the first step of a whole new musical journey for Taylor. –She has been working on new tracks for the first time in nearly four decades. “For a while, I had let it go. But you just can’t let something go that should be. And the music that I have coming out next, has a lot of gospel in it. It’s all in the will of God.”
Third Coast Kings
Headline act and Detroit natives, Third Coast Kings are the brainchild of drummer James Keovongsak, who credits James Brown and John Coltrane among his musical influences. Since 2007, the group has released two full albums and is currently working on new material for release later this year.
“A receptive crowd having a good time will bring out the best in our performance,” Keovongsak said of the group’s audience. “Our favorite places are the cities where we build friendships and share our love for music together.”
8pm | Saturday, April 23.
$20/limited front-center seating.
$10/in advance | $15/at the door.
The Ohio Theatre | 3114 Lagrange St.
419-720-8952 | Ohiotheatretoledo.org
