Capital Region Rocks with The EBlock, Glass Pony & Victory Soul Orchestra

The E-Block, a live soul music band from Albany, New York, blends funk rhythms with songwriting. They are recognized in the Capital Region music scene for their performances. The band features James Soren and Luke Pascarella, who contribute vocally and instrumentally to songwriting and arrangements. The E-Block’s music is described as soulful with an R&B backbeat, and they are noted for their versatility.

Glass Pony is an Albany, New York-based band known for its blend of psychedelic and jam-focused rock, funk, post-punk, and indie influences. The band, comprised of Chanda Dewey (drums), Eddie Hotaling (guitar, lead vocals), Jeff Picarazzi (bass), and Greg Pittz (lead guitar), emphasizes captivating live performances with improvisational elements and fluid setlists. Their sound is designed to appeal to a wide audience, drawing from various generations

Victory Soul Orchestra (Albany, NY) is a hometown horn-funk favorite, inspired by the dirty sounds of New Orleans brass and old-school hip-hop. Staples of the 518 music scene since 2014, their efforts combined help create a funk/rap show that brings the house down. You can find them fronted by vocalists JB!! AKA Dirty Moses and Dalisa Soto.In January 2019 they released their first album, ‘Astrobeat’. Their song ‘Suspension of Disbelief’ was featured on the hit podcast ‘Welcome to Nightvale’. The band's sophomore release, Vudu, was released in 2025.VSO was awarded Favorite R&B/Soul/Funk Act at the 2022 Listen Up! Awards, and the same award at the 2023 Eddie’s Awards. They have opened for several international touring acts including Average White Band, Wyclef Jean, and Fishbone.

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