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by Rocky on 9/13/23Jimmy’s Jazz and Blues Club - PortsmouthThe band was fantastic and the singer had so much energy she made me feel tired just watching. Was worth driving 300 miles round trip
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Southern Avenue in Concert
Memphis has long been one of the capitals of American music, and Southern Avenue's passion for the city's sounds couldn't be clearer. Since forming in 2015, the band has thrilled listeners both inside and outside the Memphis city limits by putting their own stamp on the soul, R&B, gospel, and blues traditions that continue to thrive in this very special place. Not only does Southern Avenue acknowledge this history in every note they play, it's also there in the band's name, which they borrowed from the street that runs from the city's eastern edge to Soulsville, the neighborhood that was the original home of Stax, one of Memphis' most fabled record labels.
It's only fitting that Southern Avenue has also found a home at Stax, the recently rejuvenated label having signed the band less than a year after its formation. Guitarist and songwriter Ori Naftaly was then still a newcomer to the city. Raised in Israel on a steady diet of American music, he originally came to compete on behalf of his country in the International Blues Challenge competition in 2013. He soon found a new set of homegrown collaborators after discovering his musical chemistry with singer Tierinii Jackson and her drummer sister Tikyra, two Memphis natives who grew up playing gospel. Completing their lineup with keyboardist Jeremy Powell, Southern Avenue swiftly earned attention for their exhilarating live sets. After earning a finalist spot in the International Blues Challenge in 2016 and signing with Stax, they cut their debut album at the city's Inside Sounds studio with producer Kevin Houston and such guests as Luther Dickinson of the North Mississippi Allstars and trumpeter Marc Franklin of the Bo-Keys. The band's power and vitality are just as clear on a hard-hitting cover of Ann Peebles' "Slipped, Tripped and Fell Over" as they are on Naftaly originals like "Love Me Right."
Released in 2017, �Southern Avenue' reached No. 1 on iTunes' Blues Chart and No. 6 on Billboard's Top Blues Albums Chart. Standout sets at festivals like Bonnaroo and supporting slots with the North Mississippi Allstars and JJ Grey & Mofro have served as further showcases for a young band that knows the exact location of their source of inspiration. They're eager to share all the energy they've discovered in that mighty well.
The band was fantastic and the singer had so much energy she made me feel tired just watching. Was worth driving 300 miles round trip
Second time we have seen Southern Avenue at Jimmy’s in Portsmouth. High energy show. Loved every minute. There cover of “That’s all” puts Genesis to shame.
Show was awesome! Southern Avenue never disappoints!
Outstanding vocals and instruments. This is my new favorite band, I'll try and catch them live whenever possible.
We fell in love with Southern Avenue when we discovered them at Firefly and have seen them when them are close to home (this trip was 3 hour drive and a hotel stay)- Loved the venue as well!
Southern Avenue has arrived! It was a great night of music with Southern Avenue playing in their hometown and an audience filled with family, friends, and ardent fans! And what a great venue the Halloran Center is! Tierinii Jackson was full of energy as she danced around the stage with her signature sensual moves, and her sister TK laid down some righteous beats on the drums. The crowd was treated to several long jams by Ori Naftaly on guitar and Jeremy Powell on the keyboard. The evening ended on a sweet note as Tierinii was joined by both her young children on "Don't Give Up."
We had never heard of this band before. We were amazed and had such a great time! The lead singer has so much talent and energy-she knew how to entertain and get the crowd pumped. The drummer was kickass. Each player in the band contributed their own vibe and all came together beautifully!
Fantastic show from a fairly new blues band. Played most of their first album, and covered a few classics with their own flair. Band was really tight with great dynamic musicianship. The lead singer has that unique golden voice with a raw energy that cuts through the blues so well. If you like the blues this band is a must see and you won’t be disappointed.