Aristotle Jones (Band)
Biography:
Influenced by rural soundscapes in addition to the music of Rock n Roll Legend Johnny Johnson and Soul Legend Bill Withers (both West Virginia natives) Aristotle Jones combines the folksy elements of growing up in Appalachia, with the soulful storytelling, and funky pocket of Black American Music.
Coining the sound "Appalachian Soul" Jones, accompanied by percussive guitar, jangly piano licks, snappy horn lines and a lock tight rhythm section, carries on the tradition of the making soulful, high energy folk music that was found in juke joints along a network of Black boom towns, venues and and churches throughout the American South, and Appalachian Region in the 20th Century.
Jones and his ensemble utilize both traditional and contemporary sonics to create a "Modern Throwback" sound. It is in this spirit that the Appalachian Soul Man pushes that narrative forward into the 21st Century.
What makes Aristotle's music and live performances so specials is his connection to the region and history. Aristotle leans into genre blending and his repertoire combines elements of Soul, Folk, Jazz and Blues that were staples of the "Chit'lin Circuit" with the Bluegrass, Folk, and Gospel music that was also found in big doses in coal camps in Appalachia.
His original material, selected covers, and reimagined folk songs give the audiences a glimpse into an under represented American genre from a first hand account and transports audiences to the intersection of early rhythm and blues.
In 2023, Aristotle Jones received the distinguished honor of being Named a Black Appalachian Storyteller Fellow by the National Association of Black Storytellers for his work.
Coining the sound "Appalachian Soul" Jones, accompanied by percussive guitar, jangly piano licks, snappy horn lines and a lock tight rhythm section, carries on the tradition of the making soulful, high energy folk music that was found in juke joints along a network of Black boom towns, venues and and churches throughout the American South, and Appalachian Region in the 20th Century.
Jones and his ensemble utilize both traditional and contemporary sonics to create a "Modern Throwback" sound. It is in this spirit that the Appalachian Soul Man pushes that narrative forward into the 21st Century.
What makes Aristotle's music and live performances so specials is his connection to the region and history. Aristotle leans into genre blending and his repertoire combines elements of Soul, Folk, Jazz and Blues that were staples of the "Chit'lin Circuit" with the Bluegrass, Folk, and Gospel music that was also found in big doses in coal camps in Appalachia.
His original material, selected covers, and reimagined folk songs give the audiences a glimpse into an under represented American genre from a first hand account and transports audiences to the intersection of early rhythm and blues.
In 2023, Aristotle Jones received the distinguished honor of being Named a Black Appalachian Storyteller Fellow by the National Association of Black Storytellers for his work.
Website: https://www.aristotlejones.com/
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