Fronted by the electrifying Tajh Derosier — powerhouse vocalist and saxophonist of the 2x Grammy-nominated Cha Wa — The Funky Soles light up every stage with raw soul and magnetic showmanship. Tajh’s rich, velvet voice and wailing sax solos ignite the crowd, bringing the spirit of New Orleans to life with every note.

He’s joined by the city’s own siren, Whitney Mixon — a vocal force whose voice draws jaw-dropping comparisons to Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey. Her soaring range and spine-tingling emotion keep audiences on the edge of their seats.

Together, they front a rhythm section that's nothing short of legendary:

• 🥁 Sam Colgate on drums — a thunderous groove machine

• 🎸 Thomas Durnford on bass — deep-pocketed, undeniable funk

• 🎶 Matt Kruft on guitar — smooth, luscious voicings and slick rhythm work

• 🎹 Nat Lawrence on keys — a virtuosic architect of harmony and soul

From high-octane arrangements of your favorite classics to unforgettable original grooves, The Funky Soles don’t just play music — they throw a funk-fueled soul revival that will keep you dancing all night.