Marcus Cohen and the Congress
- When
- Fri Jun 6, 2014
- Where
- Great American Music Hall (GAMH)
- Time
- Doors: 8:00 pm / Show: 9:00 pm
- Cost
- $15 - $39.95
- Tags
- Music, Jazz, Funk
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Description
"Approval ratings for the U.S. Congress have reached historic lows, so maybe the politicians should heed the example of trumpeter Marcus Cohen, whose populist groove-driven ensemble the Congress can supply a soul manifesto for any party. Launched in 2009, the group features more than a dozen musicians and a sound steeped in funk and soul, hip-hop, jazz and gospel. A re-election is a lock." – Andrew Gilbert / SF CHRONICLE​Trumpeter/composer Marcus Cohen currently resides in Los Angeles, but assembled The Congress nearly 4 years ago in San Francisco. They’ve been described as "a velvet freight train of passion." Their music is powerful, hyper-sensual, seductive, yet sonically arresting. It’s dripped in "soul," encased with sweet caramel melodies, tantalizing harmonies, and grooves as deep and rich as cacao. Destined to reintroduce "depth in music," love, community, and the re-emergence of "soul music," Marcus Cohen & The Congress have been winning the hearts and ears of every listener.
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