Welcome to our podcast! Today, we introduce Southern Avenue, a dynamic band from Memphis, Tennessee, blending blues, soul, and gospel. Formed in 2015, they named themselves after a Memphis street leading to "Soulsville," the original home of Stax Records. ​
The band features vocalist Tierinii Jackson, guitarist Ori Naftaly, drummer Tikyra Jackson, keyboardist Jeremy Powell, and bassist Evan Sarver. Their self-titled debut album in 2017 reached number 6 on the Billboard Top Blues Albums Chart. Their 2019 album, "Keep On," earned a Grammy nomination for Best Contemporary Blues Album. ​
Southern Avenue is known for their electrifying performances at festivals...