Prince, James Brown, NRBQ, Ray Charles, Al Green, Earth, Wind and Fire, Tower of Power, Sly Stone, Ohio Players, Steely Dan, Average White Band
While primarily a cover band, Hoo Doo is known for putting thier own twist on the standards and introducing audiences to unfamiliar funky gems. A critically acclaimed live CD was recorded at Oldfield's in 1997.
The Sounds
Face it, doing justice to a song made famous by Al Green or Earth, Wind and Fire is a daunting task, but the Hoodoo Soul Band manages to perform such classics with grace and plenty of joyful energy. Whether the ensemble plays old R&B or some Latin rhythm, this is one of a handful of Columbus bands that manages to merge outstanding musicianship with all-out fun entertainment.
The Players
Manned with local pros, the band has horns, strings and singers; together, this group can literally fill some of the city's tinier stages. Because the musicians all play in multiple bands, the lineup sometimes differs from gig to gig, but it's always carried off well. Shows can get intimate and steamy, but seizing the opportunity to sweat and groove ought to be the reason you go see Hoodoo anyway.
Tracy Zollinger Turner
Columbus City Search
