Jason Neville FunkySoul Band
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The new Full CD titled:
“CAN YOU DIG IT”
Book the band by contacting our agent!! Contact us
The new Full CD titled:
“CAN YOU DIG IT”
Paying Tribute on WWL to the Legendary “Eric Paulsen “
Band Bio
Jason Neville FunkySoul Band was formed in 2016 and was the remnant of The very popular Jason Neville Band. In 2022 they made it across country and performed in Cancun Mexico.
Jason Neville is the youngest son of 5xGrammy Winner “Aaron Neville”, and the brother of legendary “Ivan Neville”!
The band has released (4) singles and (2) full cd’s.
The current cd is scheduled to drop on 12/31/24 as a message to New Orleans.
You can expect to hear: Original, Covers mixed in some Original tunes, N.O. Heritage Music and more.
The band has a way of creating new songs in front of their audiences.
Their first tour was self produced and the band created a name for themselves on a National Platform to include:
Texas Jazz Fest Headliners, Juneteenth Festival in Portland Oregon, several venues and more.
The band has opened up and performed with George Clinton and shared stages and songs with local favorites such as: Rockin Dopsie Jr. Who is featured on their latest cd on the “ Party Gras” song.
The band has performed for NBA 1/2 time shows, New Orleans Saints, FQ Fest, N.O. Jazz and Heritage Festival, N.O.L.A Funk Fest and more.
You can catch them around town performing for the locals when they are not traveling. Follow this page and all the Social Media Platforms to see where they will be.
The shows are authentic and fun filled with lots of energy.
You might hear a rendition of “ The Staples” I’ll take you there or a E.W.and Fire Throwback if you catch them in a local club. They enjoy bringing excitement and enthusiasm to every show:
You will never get the same show! As this group flourishes, the leaders continue to create new music and bring the best out of each musician.
This band is like no other with a husband and wife dual up front and a Pleasant Funky Smell behind them! Jason Neville Funky Soul Band is not just a band, it’s a BRAND!
Jason was Nominated as one of New Orleans top 10 Vocalist! He is also the son of 5x Grammy winner “Aaron Neville”
She finds inspiration in building up others In the industry. She writes and performs music that represents what’s in her. Lirette believes that Every generation has a voice. Music is a way for her to release what she feels about a situation or circumstance. In 1997 she was offered a chance to be a part of Cash $ Records but preferred to keep her independent status, however she did meet with the guys and has always respected their success. In 1999 she created “ Rose Records” the 1st black female record label in New Orleans. She produced and wrote the lyrics for the very popular girl group “ Blush” which included her daughter aka Lil Rel.
Mrs. Neville performed at the Nola Contemporary Art center as a last minute fill in and was offered an opportunity to meet Master P and the No Limit crew. She made a decision to remain solo and independent. For 1 st Lady of Funk, music was always more important than the money it generates. She is a firm believer in standing behind your lyrics. She says we must be accountable for what we are putting into the atmosphere. She wrote every song on every cd created by this band with her husband as contributing writer and producer. She believes that the work she does benefits others. Lirette aka 1st Lady of Funk is acting PR person for her husband and his solo projects. Lirette is always cooking up a partnership or collaboration with others. She has over 100 songs in her BMI library and has written for a few local bands including: “Smokin on some Brass” tribute song to: the late” Terry Gibson”
She is the daughter of Jazz Drummer/Vocalist Sullivan Dabney.