Do you like heavy soul with a funk twist? How about pounding rhythm, dynamic vocals and syncopated guitars? The Staxx Brothers certainly do. Hailing from Seattle, the band has spent the last seven years working on its own brand of "hard ass soul." The band blends the Philadelphia Sound, Funkadelic and at times an almost Southern rock sound to create a sound that feels more akin to bands like Alabama Shakes in its grit and grime to other soul acts in the U.S. like the Dap-Kings. What makes the Staxx Brothers even more interesting is its acceptance and use of hip-hop tropes such as sampling, a hype man and rapped verses. The band makes the best use out of their hype man, back-up singers (The Staxxettes) and tight band in maintaining the groove. The Staxx Brothers are not your typical retro-soul act; they are contemporary with historic references. If this sounds like your bag, then stop by Doyle's Saturday to catch the action. 

DOYLE'S PUBLIC HOUSE, 9 P.M., NO COVER, 208 SAINT HELENS AVE., TACOMA, 253.272.7468