Soul, Funk & Party Bands

Soul Immigrants

Soul Immigrants

Ronnie Scott’s first point of call for when they have private clients who need to be entertained, Soul Immigrants are a soul, funk and jazz sextet that rocks the house every time. Authentic funk masters with the grittiest of horn sections and enviable vocals, Soul Immigrants deliver retro, feel-good music that everyone will love.

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Biography

Ronnie Scott’s first point of call for when they have private clients who need to be entertained, Soul Immigrants are a soul, funk and jazz sextet that rocks the house every time.

Nitin Sawhney, Z Star and Gilad Atzmon have all been through the ranks of this special band that has been going strong since 1992. The band continues to make original, but intelligent jazzy, deep funk grooves with the Soul Immigrants, who are much in demand.

The band’s incredible variety shows itself through their music, and, combined with the influence of a previous generation of funk and disco, results in a singular musical character that would be hard to emulate.

Soul Immigrants don’t pander to whatever sound is currently fashionable. They have unmistakable talent for performance and composition, that any fan of funk shouldn’t miss out on.

Be prepared to dance and join the party in full swing when you book Soul Immigrants for your event. Emrys Baird is a consummate frontman and all-around entertainer.

This six-piece band is made of real funk masters with the grittiest of horn sections and vocals to die for! This is retro, feel-good music that’s unashamedly yesterday’s sounds for today!

Soul Immigrants are perfect for: Corporate events, festivals, club events, music events, awards ceremonies, galas, private functions

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Testimonials

Here’s what the press say:

“..somewhere between Incognito and Jamiroquai .. ‘Tension In The City’ is an exciting tale of urban decay and gang culture and Nitin Sawhney’s ‘Earls Tribute’ cuts the mustard with trip-hoppish backbeat and gorgeous Spanish guitar …”
DJ Magazine, London

“..positively funky vibes .. songs are unpretentious..”
Straight No Chaser

“..impressive debut .. more than a great Jazz-Funk band .. a great album from a promising band ..”
Jazz On CD

“This outfit can cruise through playing a varied repertoire of songs, ranging from originals that sound like old soul-funk classics to other more luscious grooves including Latin and Afrobeat…”
Solar Radio FM

“Emrys is the life and soul of any party!”
Chris Dreja, The Yardbirds

“Glad to see the band is still going strong and flying the funk flag!”
Nitin Sawhney

“Emrys can turn a sour lemon into sweet honey top geezer!”
Nigel Kennedy

“I like your brand of funk!!”
Maceo Parker, JBs

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