Soul Purpose

Rank #1 Sarasota, FL Reggae / Rock / Roots

50% of sales go to the charity charity: water.

About

Members: Pat Monahan-Bass, Vocals, Al Owen- Guitar, Vocals, Joe Freed, Drums, Vocals, Mike Hamad, Guitars, Vocals Mikey Silbaugh, Guitars, Vocals

Sounds Like: The Eagles, Bob Marley, Foo Fighters, The White Stripes, John Mellencamp

Label: Ruff Doggy

Bio: Soul Purpose is a band of songwriters influenced by the great songwriting of the past. An amalgamation of styles ranging from Country, Southern Rock, San Francisco Rock, Midwestern Americana, Early British Heavy Metal, Tampa Death Metal, Early Reggae,
Roots Reggae, Early Punk, and Early New Wave,... See Full Bio

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“Soul Purpose: Free My Freedom The gritty bass, twinkling percussion, and grungy drum kit beckons the music of The White Stripes. However, the vocals represent a bit of swing or ska characterizations and the wild guitar-playing is choppy in a punk-rock sort of manner. Though, the guitar wails a bit long on some notes, which suggests a slight blues or Southern rock attitude.”

— Mathew Forss, Inside World Music

“Soul Purpose – Free My Freedom Soul Purpose gets radical on “Free My Freedom”, generating a sound that is disjointed and raw, and ultimately highly entertaining. The recitation of The Pledge of Allegiance, while supporting the theme, is an awkward transition. This song works mostly because Soul Purpose takes a devil may care attitude and lets it all hang out. The guitar licks are deliciously hot, and the untethered feel of the arrangement absolutely rocks. (3.5/5)”

— Wildy Haskell, Amazon.com

“Soul Purpose – Free My Freedom Riding a bass line and rhythm that borrows from the Iggy Pop classic, “Lust For Life,” “Free My Freedom” soars off in its own direction under the guidance of Soul Purpose. The roaring guitar distinctively rips through the entire song, accompanied by a slamming rhythm section. The lyric takes some interesting turns, incorporating the use of “The Pledge of Allegiance” and “The New Colossus.” The delivery of it is the best part though, with a vocal performance that can go from melodic, to spoken word, to a controlled scream with effortless ease.”

— Heath Andrews, Itunes

"An amalgamation of genres, this CD pulls from a plethora of influences to create a groove that the band calls 'Banana Bread For Your Soul'."

— Beeb Ashcroft, Indie-Music.com

“YOU WENT INTO THE STUDIO.EXCELLENT WORK GUYS, SOUNDS A BIT SPIN DOCTORS MIXED WITH JOHN MAYER. VERY TIGHT AND TIDY. "I LOVED IT" Reviewed by: jdsoundworx from Melbourne, Victoria, Australia [flag]”

— garageband.com

“This is a groovy little number. Can really swing with it. The lead vocals are dynamic and believable. I like the harmonies in the chorus. The song itself is catchy and not too long. Makes you want to hear it again.”

— garageband.com

“The nine-minute-plus track that closes the disc, "Yahweh," is particularly impressive, a weighty reggae groove that fades into an extended hand-percussion coda. 3 stars”

— Cooper Levy-Baker, Creative Loafing

“ “Big Mouth” and “I Need Your Love” seem to be very modern rock radio friendly. The reggae sound in “Cool Ya Down” takes the band in a different direction, the same with “Yahweh”. “Joy” definitely shows influences by The Outlaws.”

— Col. Tamar Alexia Fleishman, Southern Fried Magazine

“Still, the guys of Soul Purpose know they might not look the part of Stereotypical reggae rockers. “We come into a concert situation, and people are skeptical—as they should be,” begins Al, “but when they hear it, they’re immediately converted”

— Jake Paine, Skope Magazine

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Soul Purpose has a show on 06/21/2013 at 07:00 PM @ Barefoo... in Bradenton Beach, FL http://www.reverbnation.com/c./poni/208199824 #concert

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Why do we keep doing this?
May 31, 2010
Why do I go through this, all my life playing trying to get attention. And I get... [more]

And now there is five
Jul 12, 2008
Soul Purpose is happy to announce the addition of Mike Silbaugh to the line up. ... [more]

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Jun 19

1st Annual Lake Okeecho…
Pahokee, 33476, US | 7:06pm
1st Annual Lake Okeechoee ...
Pahokee, 33476, US
Wed Jun 19 7:06pm
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June 19-23, 2013! The First Annual Lake Okeechobee Solstice Festival will be held at Lake Okeechobee campsite and marina. This is a lovely facility with R/V and tent camping areas with full water and electrical hook ups, a five star restaurant, lounge, tiki bar with fire pit, pool, full bathroom and shower facilities, a 1000' pier and marina with 120 boat slips, and conference building. All campsites overlook Lake Okeechobee. We will have a large fire circle area with drummers, a stage area for music and over a mile of area for vendors as well. There will be a meal plan, workshops, artists and a headliner or two, light shows, rituals and music!! As we bring this together we will give more information.
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Jun 21

Barefoot Tiki Bar
Bradenton Beach, FL, US | 7:00pm
Barefoot Tiki Bar
Bradenton Beach, FL, US
Fri Jun 21 7:00pm
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Jul 5

Boasts by the Bay Downt…
Sarasota, FL, US | 12:00pm
Boasts by the Bay Downtow...
Sarasota, FL, US
Fri Jul 05 12:00pm
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Jul 20

Barefoot Tiki Bar
Bradenton Beach, FL, US | 7:00pm
Barefoot Tiki Bar
Bradenton Beach, FL, US
Sat Jul 20 7:00pm

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Suthurn Swaggur
Hey there y'all, we just wanted to stop by and show our continued support. Hope all is well, and keep up the great work! ~Suthurn Swaggur
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Farin
Blessings and support from your fan Farin...hope you have a blessed and joyful weekend.
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Keep on Rocking. Thank You!
Suzanne Cook
Enjoying your songs Soul Purpose. Love your song 'Money'. Lovely singing too. Suzanne
KC Daleigh
Great guitar licks and just so right drums! Enjoyed listening to "Money" and "Jelly Roll". Keep jammin! ~KC