St. Paul & The Broken Bones
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Fri., May 8
St. Paul and the Broken Bones, Brother Wallace, The Eastern - Paul Janeway has lent his powerful blue-eyed soul pipes leading Alabama's Broken Bones for over a decade. The band's music has often strayed from its '60s Memphis R&B roots into more psychedelic areas that were interesting, but lost some of the natural grit and guts of their earlier approach. The ship was righted with last year's self-titled album which found them returning to those tougher Southern roots with songs that were some of the best they had written. Between the horns and Janeway's magnetic stage presence, these guys connect live and deliver impassioned shows. Arrive early for rootsy soulman Brother Wallace whose sweet, retro Motown-styled pop-soul from his new Electric Love debut makes a great double bill. - Hal Horowitz
From the venue:
St. Paul & The Broken Bones are a powerhouse soul ensemble from Alabama known for their electrifying live shows and impassioned vocals. Formed in Birmingham in 2011, the band features Paul Janeway (vocals), Jesse Phillips (bass), Browan Lollar (guitar), Kevin Leon (drums), Al Gamble (keyboards), Allen Branstetter (trumpet), Chad Fisher (trombone), and Amari Ansari (saxophone). Their new self-titled sixth album marks a creative renewal—melding the band’s adventurous spirit with a return to soulful, song-focused roots. Recorded at the legendary FAME Studios and produced by Eg White (Adele, Celine Dion), the record blends psych-funk grooves, gospel-tinged ballads, and cinematic rock flourishes. Tracks like “Sushi and Coca-Cola” and “Going Back” reflect both personal introspection and the band’s deepened identity after a decade of evolution. St. Paul & The Broken Bones have shared stages with The Rolling Stones, Lizzo, and Black Pumas, and performed at major festivals like Coachella, Glastonbury, Lollapalooza, and Bonnaroo. Even Sir Elton John took notice, inviting them to perform at his Oscar party. Blending rock & roll, soul, R&B, and more, the band continues to captivate audiences around the world.St. Paul & The Broken Bones | 05/08/2026 8:00 PM