Fronted by Cormac Neeson, The Unholy Gospel Band deliver a soul-shaking blend of gospel, blues, roots and Southern soul that hits with the force of a revival meeting and the swagger of a late-night juke joint.
Backed by a stellar cast of Northern Ireland’s finest musicians, the band breathe new life into songs by Mahalia Jackson, The Staple Singers, Nina Simone, Blind Willie Johnson and Gregory Porter, while channelling the raw spirit of American gospel and the deep groove of classic soul.
Neeson’s voice has been praised as “rich and clear,” with reviewers describing performances that sing “from the very depths of his heart and soul.” Expect soaring vocals, spine-tingling harmonies and a performance packed with grit, passion and pure musical conviction.
The Irish News summed it up perfectly: “Great line-up and pot of songs… at the service of saints and sinners alike.”
Uplifting, powerful and deeply soulful, this is music with fire in its belly and redemption in every note.
“It ain’t holy, but the music is gospel.”