Southern Soul Celebration: Blues for the Soul
Starring Nellie "Tiger" Travis, Theo Huff, Joe Barr & The Platinum Band
January 25, 2025 Logan Center, University of Chicago
TICKETS: $12 - $33
Nellie “Tiger” Travis
Nellie “Tiger” Travis is a fiery songstress from Bayou Mound, Mississippi, and a Chicago blues icon, regularly packing houses at Kingston Mines, Buddy Guy’s Legends, and playing at festivals across the country. The versatile, award-winning songstress has performed her powerhouse soul and blues at intimate clubs, big concert stages and on national television with the Roots Band on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. Nellie “Tiger” Travis embodies Southern soul and Chicago Blues.
Joe Barr
From self-taught pianist to acclaimed vocalist, Chicago native Joe Barr’s talent took him from neighborhood talent shows to renowned clubs like Walton's Corner, where he honed his craft alongside legendary singers. His collaborations with icons like Vance Kelly, tenure with The Oasis band, and performances with his Soul Purpose Band, solidified his reputation in the Chicago music scene.
Theo Huff and The Platinum Band
Chicago native Theo Huff is a soul singer and songwriter known for blending Blues, Southern Soul, and R&B. Mentored by a drummer at fourteen, Theo's captivating stage presence has charmed audiences worldwide as he shared the stage with legends like Koko Taylor and Otis Clay. Praised for his authentic blend of old-school soul and modern flair, he's hailed as a rising star in the blues scene by the local press. He's performed on the Chicago Blues Festival stage multiple times.
Runtime: ~150 minutes including two brief intermissions.