The follow up album of the Jodie Manross Band explores the versatility of original grassroots acoustic rock. From grinding blues riffs to haunting a cappella work, the fourteen original songs on Going Somewhere Soon showcase the powerful voice of Ma [+]The follow up album of the Jodie Manross Band explores the versatility of original grassroots acoustic rock. From grinding blues riffs to haunting a cappella work, the fourteen original songs on Going Somewhere Soon showcase the powerful voice of Manross with lyrics as fluid as the music itself. The creative guitar work, powerful percussion, unique blend of musical styles, and driving bass all unite with Manross' rich vocals to present a CD that breaks the traditional folk singer mold and is refreshingly impossible to categorize. Going Somewhere Soon is an engaging, emotionally provoking piece that is presented with the original honesty of one soul reaching out to others. However, to fully appreciate the full range of artistry Jodie Manross Band possess, you need to witness Jodie live for an unforgettable live music experience.
With a sound embracing Americana folk to acoustic rock, Jodie Manross has become one of East Tennessee’s top singer-songwriters. Known as “the little woman with the big voice,” this petite, 5’2” 29-year-old possesses a powerful voice much larger than her size and surprises audiences with her soulful delivery of songs. Knoxville, TN’s Metropulse, who voted her Knoxville’s 2000 Best Female Vocalist, comments, “…her vocals are the center of the music. Her singing and intimate songwriting shows varying shades of emotion – mournfulness and desperation to jubilance.” Currently playing coffeehouses, clubs, and colleges, Jodie has been touring the Southeast and has opened for many talented, diverse musicians such as Scott Miller, John Mayer, Keb’ Mo’, Rusted Root, Jonatha Brooke, Danielle Howle, Me’shell Ndegeocello, Norman Blake, R.B. Morris, Olu Dara, and Leon Russell.
While Jodie plays her left-handed acoustic guitar, she also often performs with a talented guitarist Laith Keilany. Many have recognized the strengths of their dynamic live show: “With Manross’ booming voice and the group’s energetic playing…they quickly have made a name for themselves (Metropulse).” Laith Keilany composes on acoustic guitar and oud, an 11-stringed Middle Eastern instrument, bringing a unique element to their performances. Laith brings his strengths of alternative tunings, unusual chord progressions, and stinging slide guitar abilities to the
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