PHOTO & VIDEO: Soul What at George’s Corner, St. George, Utah
Soul What?! rocked George’s Corner last Saturday night, Nov. 15, playing a bluesy mix of covers and originals, featuring the voice of Alice Ericksen and a guest performance by her hubby, Dick Earl, on harmonica (see video). The usual foursome comprised of Alice Ericksen, guitarist Mike Moulton, his wife, Elaine, on bass and usual drummer Susan Crisp had a variation spun on it with sit-in drummer Shawn Owens.
Soul What?! came together after members met at one of the Blues Jams hosted by The Independent’s publisher Josh Warburton at the now defunct Gogo37.
Band Bio:
Drawing from years of collective international experience, and a shared passion for adventure in all pursuits, these four musicians create a colorful landscape of funk rhythms, soulful harmonies, and masterful guitar leads. Mike Moulton (guitar), Alice Ericksen (vocals), Elaine Stoddard (bass), and Susan Crisp (drums) find Southern Utah to be the perfect backdrop for their new musical adventure, “Soul What!?” All are transplants from outside the area, who met at a local blues jam. Quickly agreeing on a direction that felt very natural to each player, the band has cultivated a set list that pays homage to R’n’B greats, including Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Al Green, and Stevie Wonder. Also sprouting up on the program are songs by newer soul artists like Joss Stone, Duffy, and Adele. Each member of “Soul What!?” is a recognized and accomplished performer (see individual bios), and witnessing the combination on stage makes for a memorable experience. Get your groove on with the funky sounds of “Soul What!?”
