Kings Go Forth, one of the leaders of the new soul movement, will be headlining Mojo’s A-Go-Go on Saturday night, March 5. Hear what they’re saying:   “It sounds great… it’s an exciting moment for soul music…Kings Go Forth are taking nothing for granted, which lends their music an urgency that transcends mere revivalism.” Pitchfork “A groove-heavy, horn-powered mix of funk and soul…a powerhouse group, with three stunning vocalists and an explosive horn section.” – NPR Sharon Jones, move over. With fiery singer Black Wolf leading the attack, the fine debut from Milwaukee’s ten-man Kings Go Forth echoes the high-flying vibe of Superfly-era Curtis Mayfield and other ’70s greats, yet feels utterly fresh. On spine-tinglers like “High on Your Love” and “You’re the One,” the sweet, pleading vocals encompass both ecstasy and desperation, while the blazing beats boast the urgency of ska or punk. For extra satisfaction, savor the sizzling production — mono on most tracks — and the retro (but new) cover graphics by famed outsider artist Mingering Mike. -Spin 4 star review “If you’re looking to dance away your pain, Milwaukee’s Kings Go Forth will be your healer. The band’s musical compass floats from Detroit to Chicago to Memphis, pouring out Vietnam-era funk and soul with lyrics laced with heartbreak….buy it.” – Vanity Fair.com “So old-school, they’re new school.” – The New Yorker

Kings Go Forth in Vietnam from Luaka Bop on Vimeo.