Experience the irresistible sound of Atlanta's own Ruby Velle & the Soulphonics! Blending the timeless grooves of classic soul with a fresh, modern edge, this powerhouse band delivers the kind of high-energy performance that gets audiences on their feet. Celebrate the release of their brand-new album with one of the city's most beloved independent acts as they perform new songs alongside fan favorites. Whether you're discovering them for the first time or have followed them for years, this is your chance to experience an unforgettable night of music, connection, and hometown pride at the Ferst Center.

Artist’s bio: 

Atlanta’s Ruby Velle and the Soulphonics are the heirs to the thrones of the old-school masters. But they’re much more than just a group of revivalists trying to create a period piece. Powerhouse singer Velle and her band will settle for nothing less than bringing these classic sounds glimmering into the now with a fresh, new contemporary sheen.

It’s this inviting and accessible bravado that has scored the band critical acclaim from outlets such as The New York Daily News, MTV, Paste and more. And in addition to their critical success, at a time when record sales are at an all- time industry low, the completely independent, DIY-minded Velle and the Soulphonics sold a quarter-million downloads of their single, “My Dear” on iTunes, landing them in the top 30 on Billboard’s Heatseeker charts and at a stunning #4 on the iTunes R&B charts when their debut album It’s About Time was released in 2012. 

The group has shared bills with megastars and indie press darlings alike, including The Temptations, Lee Fields & The Expressions, Iggy Pop, Erykah Badu, Goodie Mob, Gary Clark Jr., Animal Collective, Feist, Bush, The Wailers, Dumpstaphunk, Bombino, Peaches, The Internet and Kendrick Lamar.