To sing soul, you have to have soul. That means singing with conviction and preferably a raw edge to your voice. No problem at all for Marlon Pichel. With a great love for the Southern soul of the sixties and a sound reminiscent of Otis Redding and Wilson Pickett, he effortlessly conquers every stage he sets foot on. His debut album Good Ol’ Loving (2023) made him a popular guest on radio and television. And he doesn’t just limit himself to soul but also serves up a hefty dose of rock ‘n’ roll. Nostalgic? Yes, but far from old-fashioned. Pichel’s soul houses an engaging performer who loves to take his audience on a musical journey. Of course, this only works with a tight band: a rock-solid rhythm section and backing horns. Pichel himself also likes to get behind the drums to drive even more energy into the room with every beat. Rotterdam is a home game for him, so brace yourself!
