Sol & Funk Root at Martins Downtown March 5, 2010

Sol has performed around the world with roots and r&b legends, and performs a unique mix of funk, blues, rock, and reggae original songs, as well as a few tasty covers. His CD Freedom includes musicians that that toured with Jah Works, Corey Harris, Ana Popovic, Squirrel Nut Zippers, Hobex, the Alliens and more.

Sol is bringing a cast of highly talented musicians to a hot spot for music in southwest Virginia. Sol works with the incredibly solid drummer Scott Rabino (of Tommy Castro, Idle Americans, Billy Woodward) and deep groove bassist Mike Tony Echols (of Mary Ann Redmond, Bobby Thompson, Politicks). Also keyboardist and vocalist Jamiel Allen of the popular world jam group the ALLIENS will be a part of Funk Root at this concert!

Martins Downtown, located in the heart of the entertainment district in downtown Roanoke, has become known for having high quality national and regional live music acts in a relaxed club atmosphere.

"Sol is an exceptional guitarist & a great musician/songwriter who constantly reinvents himself with an extraordinary ability to fit the perfect approach and composition."- Fred Cannon, a Senior VP at BMI

"a heavy groove! Sol tears out funk, blues, and reggae, delivered with deep soul" - T. Duffy President Music Maker Website: http://www.sol-roots.com

Official Website: http://www.sol-roots.com