SOS Band concert

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Performer Information

Few bands in R&B and electro-funk have left as indelible a mark as The S.O.S. Band. Formed in 1977 in Atlanta, the group burst onto the scene with a sleek, danceable sound that bridged post-disco and 1980s R&B. Fans still pack venues for an SOS Band concert to hear the hits that defined an era, from smooth slow jams to synth-driven floor-fillers. Their 1980 debut album, S.O.S., delivered “Take Your Time (Do It Right)” — a platinum single that hit #1 on the Billboard R&B chart and #3 on the Hot 100 — and set the stage for a run of classic releases.

Through the 1980s, The S.O.S. Band refined a signature blend of soulful vocals, funky basslines, and polished synthesizers. Collaborations with Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis helped shape the sound of modern R&B, while the band’s hooks and grooves earned them a cross-generational following. Their influence still resonates in retro playlists, festival lineups, and packed dance floors.

Current Band Members

• Mary Davis — Lead Vocals

A founding member and the original lead singer, Mary Davis’s powerful, soulful delivery defines the band’s classic era. She stepped away in 1987 for a solo run and later rejoined, anchoring the group’s signature sound and onstage energy.

• Jason Bryant — Keyboards

A founding member, songwriter, and architect of The S.O.S. Band’s synth-forward style, Jason Bryant’s arrangements helped shape the group’s most enduring tracks. His keys remain central to their lush, post-disco textures.

• Abdul Ra'oof — Trumpet, Vocals

Joining in the early 1980s, Abdul Ra’oof added brass firepower and vocal versatility during the band’s peak years. His trumpet lines and harmonies elevate the live show’s dynamic, horn-driven feel.

Former and Legacy Members

• Billy Ellis — Saxophone (1977–1984)

Founding saxophonist who helped craft the group’s early sound. He passed away in 1984.

• John Alexander Simpson — Bass (1977–1987)

Founding bassist whose grooves powered the band’s classic albums throughout the 1980s.

• James Earl Jones III — Drums (1977–1987)

Founding drummer and backbone of the group’s rhythmic punch during their peak era.

• Willie "Sonny" Killebrew — Saxophone (1977–1987)

Founding member whose sax work enriched the band’s horn-led arrangements.

• Bruno Speight — Guitar (1977–1987)

Founding guitarist heard across the band’s major hits, adding the funk bite to their studio and live sound.

• Chandra Currelley — Lead Vocals (late 1980s–1990s)

Fronted the band after Mary Davis’s departure, guiding them through later albums and tours.

From the glossy club anthem “Just Be Good to Me” to slow-burning favorites like “Tell Me If You Still Care,” The S.O.S. Band’s catalog balances tender R&B with dance-floor urgency. Albums such as On the Rise, Just the Way You Like It, and Sands of Time cemented their place as standard-bearers of 1980s R&B and electro-funk.

On stage, The S.O.S. Band delivers high-energy, dance-oriented performances with live instrumentation, extended jams, and crowd sing-alongs. Expect Mary Davis’s powerhouse vocals, a tight rhythm section, and horn accents that bring their classics to life. Whether it’s a one-off date or a stop on the SOS Band tour of old-school R&B festivals, the atmosphere is always electric and nostalgic.

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Additional Performer Information

The S.O.S. Band concerts are more than shows — they’re dance-ready, feel-good experiences. Expect an energetic band, extended grooves, crowd call-and-response, and the unmistakable lead vocals of Mary Davis. With horns, synths, and a tight rhythm section, their live sets turn theaters, amphitheaters, and festival stages into instant parties.

Top Albums

• S.O.S. (1980)
• Too (1981)
• III (1982)
• On the Rise (1983)
• Just the Way You Like It (1984)
• Sands of Time (1986)
• Diamonds in the Raw (1989)
• One of Many Nights (1991)

Fan-Favorite Songs

• "Take Your Time (Do It Right)"
• "Just Be Good to Me"
• "The Finest"
• "Tell Me If You Still Care"
• "High Hopes"
• "Just the Way You Like It"
• "No One's Gonna Love You"
• "Weekend Girl"
• "Borrowed Love"
• "Groovin' (That's What We're Doin')"

Each of these tracks is a live event anthem — and hearing them performed by The S.O.S. Band in person is an experience you'll never forget.

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