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By Chris Newton
56 Hope Road |
56 Hope Road, a band who played more shows in 2005 than any other artist on JamBase, is once again out on tour, currently making their way back to their hometown of Chicago for a headlining set at the city's famed Double Door on February 24th. A blend of acoustic songwriting, funk, jazz, and improvisation, this band proves that it is possible to be a touring machine and still have fun at every performance.
Named after the Bob Marley compound in Kingston, Jamaica, the band's name pays homage to the positive influence that Marley's message has on the world. The band performs both as a five piece and seven piece ensemble, bringing the acoustic funk dance party everywhere they go. Their open jamming is constructed around well crafted songs with poignant lyrics, evident not only in their live shows but also on their albums: Once In Our Lives (live, 2005), Drop It All (2004) and All Points Connect (2002).
Following the highly anticipated Double Door show, the 56 Hope Road touring machine immediately heads back out for a Midwest run, a few stops in CO and NE, and a string of shows in the South. And that's just their schedule through spring!
If you haven't seen 56 Hope Road yet, chances are they will be playing in your town or at a nearby festival sometime soon. Fans of acoustic-funk-rock-get-down-and-boogie music will not be disappointed!
Click Here for 56 Hope Road Tour Dates.
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