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Jun5

Derrick Freeman SOUL Brass Band - Euclid Manor

Friday, June 5 @ 7:00PMFri, Jun 5 @ 7:00PM

The Euclid Manor, Oakland, CA

SOUL Brass Band Live at Euclid Manor – June 5

On June 5, SOUL Brass Band brings an electrifying night of live music, soul, funk, and New Orleans brass energy to Euclid Manor. Known for turning every performance into a full-on experience, the band delivers powerful horn lines, deep grooves, and nonstop energy that keeps crowds moving from start to finish.

Blending the spirit of New Orleans street culture with modern soul and funk influences, SOUL Brass Band creates a sound that feels both classic and completely fresh. Every show is packed with infectious rhythms, dynamic musicianship, and the kind of live energy that can only happen in the moment.

Whether you’re a longtime brass band fan or discovering the sound for the first time, this is more than a concert — it’s a celebration. Expect big vibes, unforgettable moments, and a room full of energy all night long.

Join SOUL Brass Band at Euclid Manor on June 5 for an unforgettable evening of live music and pure feel-good energy.

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Jun7

SOUL Brass Band at Winston's Beach Club

Sunday, June 7 @ 4:00PMSun, Jun 7 @ 4:00PM

Winstons Beach Club, San Diego, CA

SOUL Brass Band brings the energy of New Orleans straight to Winston’s Beach Club for a night that blurs the line between live show and full-on party.

Rooted in the second line tradition but built for modern dance floors, SOUL delivers a high-impact performance driven by deep grooves, bold horns, and unstoppable rhythm. From hip-hop and funk to jazz and New Orleans classics, the band moves seamlessly across genres—creating a set that keeps the room locked in from start to finish.

This isn’t a sit-back-and-watch kind of night. It’s immersive, high-energy, and built for movement.

Whether you’ve caught them in New Orleans or this is your first time stepping into the experience, expect a packed room, a heavy vibe, and a show that doesn’t let up.

Come ready.

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Jun8

SOUL Brass Band (New Orleans) + Brasscals (Santa Barbara) — Live at SOhO

Monday, June 8 @ 7:00PMMon, Jun 8 @ 7:00PM

Soho Restaurant & Music Club, Santa Barbara, CA

Get ready for a high-energy, cross-coastal brass collision as New Orleans’ SOUL Brass Band joins forces with Santa Barbara’s own Brasscals for a night built to move the room.

Rooted in the pulse of New Orleans but pushing the sound forward, SOUL Brass Band delivers a modern brass experience—blending second line traditions with funk, hip-hop, and dancefloor energy. From festival stages to packed clubs, they’re known for turning every set into a full-body celebration.

Brasscals bring their West Coast brass flavor into the mix, setting the stage for a dynamic, back-and-forth night that blurs the line between live show and party.

Two bands. One stage. All energy.

Come ready to move.

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Jun9

SOUL Brass Build at The Guild Theatre

Tuesday, June 9 @ 8:00PMTue, Jun 9 @ 8:00PM

The Guild Theatre, Menlo Park, CA

SOUL Brass Band Live at The Guild – Menlo Park, CA

Get ready for a high-energy night where New Orleans tradition collides with raw funk, modern soul, and unstoppable brass. SOUL Brass Band brings the spirit of the streets, second lines, and late-night dance floors straight to The Guild for a live experience built to move people.

Known for explosive performances, crowd-commanding grooves, and a sound that feels both timeless and fresh, SOUL Brass Band blends deep-pocket rhythm sections, powerhouse horns, and infectious energy into a show that turns every room into a celebration. From original music to reimagined classics, every set is designed to keep the crowd locked in from the first note to the last encore.

This special night at The Guild marks a major moment for the band as they bring their signature New Orleans-inspired sound to Menlo Park for an unforgettable performance. Whether you're a live music lover, brass band fan, or just looking for the kind of night people talk about long after it ends — this is the show to catch.

Come ready to dance. Come ready to feel something.
Experience SOUL Brass Band live at The Guild.

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Jun10

Soul Brass Band at Moe's Alley

Wednesday, June 10 @ 7:00PMWed, Jun 10 @ 7:00PM

Moe's Alley, Santa Cruz, CA

Wed Jun 10 2026
8:00 PM (Doors 7:00 PM)
Moe's Alley
1535 Commercial Way
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
$24.65
Ages 21+
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Moe's Alley welcomes back New Orleans' Soul Brass Band!

Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
$20 in advance / $25 day of the show
21+

* No Refunds | All sales are final
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* Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event
* Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event
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SOUL BRASS BAND
SOUL Brass Band is a New Orleans–based brass band delivering high-energy performances rooted in second line tradition and modern sound. Led by Derrick “Smoker” Freeman, the band blends jazz, funk, and hip-hop into an interactive live experience that moves seamlessly from stage to street. Known for weddings, private events, festivals, and corporate entertainment, SOUL creates unforgettable moments—from elegant cocktail sets to full second line parades and packed dance floors. Professional, reliable, and culturally authentic, SOUL Brass Band brings the true spirit of New Orleans to every event.

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Jun11

SOUL Brass Band at Crazy Horse Saloon

Thursday, June 11 @ 9:30PMThu, Jun 11 @ 9:30PM

Crazy Horse Saloon and Grill, Nevada City, CA

Soul Brass Band is the genre-bending creation of New Orleans percussionist and frontman Derrick “Smoker” Freeman, joined by an all-star cast of New Orleans heavyweights. Their sound is a fearless fusion of hip hop, jazz, second line tradition, classic soul, and street-born swagger — modern, infectious, and undeniably alive.

Featuring Grammy-winning tubist Miles Lyons, Billboard-charting saxophonist James Martin, and a rotating lineup of elite New Orleans talent, Soul Brass Band brings explosive musicianship and authentic Crescent City spirit to every stage. Collectively, the members have toured and performed with Trombone Shorty, Jon Batiste, Kermit Ruffins, Ivan Neville, and The California Honeydrops, blending world-class experience with street-level groove.

From the parades of New Orleans to California’s top stages, Soul Brass Band delivers the kind of raw energy, precision, and charisma that transforms any room into a full-body celebration.

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Jun12

SOUL Brass Band (New Orleans) — Live at HopMonk Sebastopol

Friday, June 12 @ 8:00PMFri, Jun 12 @ 8:00PM

Hopmonk Tavern, Sebastopol, CA

Here’s a version tailored for HopMonk Sebastopol—slightly more venue-aware, but still in your elevated, insider tone:

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**SOUL Brass Band (New Orleans) — Live at HopMonk Sebastopol**

A taste of New Orleans is landing in Sonoma County.

**SOUL Brass Band** brings the unmistakable energy of a true second line—reimagined for the modern stage. Rooted in tradition but built for today’s dancefloor, the band blends brass, funk, hip-hop, and deep New Orleans rhythm into a live experience that’s as immersive as it is electric.

Known for turning shows into full-on celebrations, SOUL doesn’t just perform—they move the room. From festival stages to late-night dance floors, their sets build, surge, and leave no one standing still.

Set against the open-air vibe of HopMonk Sebastopol, this is the kind of night that feels equal parts concert and party.

Come ready to move.

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Jul24

Soul Brass Band @ Tipitina's Uptown

Friday, July 24 @ 9:00PMFri, Jul 24 @ 9:00PM

Tipitina's Uptown, New Orleans, LA

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About Derrick Freeman

Derrick “Smoker” Freeman is a genre-defying drummer, DJ, songwriter, and bandleader whose sound beats with the true pulse of New Orleans. Blending jazz, funk, hip-hop, and second-line traditions, Freeman stands at the crossroads of rhythm and revolution. As the creative force behind the Soul Brass Band, he’s carried the city’s spirit onto stages worldwide with infectious energy and fearless originality.

A true music authority, Freeman is also a longtime DJ on New Orleans’ legendary WWOZ, where his deep knowledge and instinct for sound move seamlessly across eras and genres. Whether behind the kit or behind the decks, his selections reflect a lifetime immersed in the culture.

A versatile visionary, Freeman also founded The Low End Theory, a 90s hip-hop tribute project that reimagines the golden era through a Crescent City lens. His work across stage, screen, and sound affirms his place as both a cultural torchbearer and storyteller.

Beyond performance, Freeman co-hosts The Shadow People podcast with Nigel Hall, exploring the intersections of music, creativity, and community. As an educator and advocate, he continues to uplift the next generation—bridging genres, mediums, and souls with the unmistakable groove of New Orleans.

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Where rhythm meets soul,  Derrick creates immersive experiences that blend rhythm, storytelling, and soul—whether on stage, on screen, or behind the mic.

 

Festivals of note:

  • Istanbul International Jazz Festival July 2019
  • Bonnaroo June 2019
  • Spiaggi Soul Fest, Ravenna, Italy 2017,18 & 19
  • Tolfa Jazz Festival, Tolfa, Italy 2018
  • New Orleans Festival in Tel Aviv June 2018
  • Dal Mississippi Al Po, Piacenza, Italy 2018
  • Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival 2017,18
  • Jazz Ascona, Switzerland  2016, 2017
  • Copenhagen Fringe Festival 2016, 17
  • Jazz in Fort L’Ecluse, France 2017
  • Breda Jazz Festival, Netherlands 2023
  • Jazz Fest 2016-2025
  • Wild Things 2019
  • FQF 2016-2022, 2025
  • Bayou Boogaloo 
  • Congo Square Rhythms Fest

 

Venues of Note:

  • Brooklyn Bowl
  • Sugar Club, Dublin
  • Antone’s, Austin
  • New Parish, Oakland 
  • SoHo House, White City House
  • SoHo House, Berlin
  • SoHo House, Istanbul 
  • SoHo House, Manhattan
  • SoHo House, Miami 
  • Lagniappe, Miami 
  • The Alibi, Telluride
  • Badenscher Höf, Berlin 
  • Bearsville Theater, Woodstock
  • Ridgeville Playhouse, Connecticut 
  • 7 Grand , Los Angeles 

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