By ERIC SCHELKOPF
There are not many bands that can match the energy level of Chicago band Liquid Soul.
As such, Liquid Soul was the perfect band to kick off the outdoor concert season at The Venue in downtown Aurora on June 28.
Liquid Soul certainly has made its mark not only locally, but nationally as well. With its blend of jazz, hip-hop, world music and other genres, the band caused quite the stir when it burst onto the scene in the mid-'90s.
The band quickly gained a following and in 2001, its album "Here's the Deal" was nominated for a Grammy Award for best contemporary jazz album.
The band's sound is as fresh as ever. And the spirit of founder Mars Williams remains strong with the band.
Williams, who passed away last year following a battle with cancer, was the man behind the band's vision.
One of the things that makes Liquid Soul so fun to watch live is the interplay between band members. It's like watching friends hanging out with each other.
The show was filled with magical moments, including when singer Omega took the stage and elevated the show to another level with her strong vocal power.
More videos from the show are at https://www.youtube.com/@ericschel12/videos.
The Venue's outdoor concert series will continue on July 13 with Cesar Rosas & The Chi-Town Playboys. The third annual Summer Jam concert featuring Peach Jam, Cream Puff Warriors and Scott Tipping will take place on July 25.
More information is available at The Venue's website, themusicvenue.org.
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