Bio
For some, finding the roots that truly ground us is a lifelong journey.
For Harlem Hayfield, a six-piece music group based in Decatur,
Illinois, that journey begins and ends with embracing their true
identities: musicians, collaborators, and, perhaps most importantly,
friends. Hailing from a sparsely populated factory town filled with
more memories than people, the band blends eclectic music
influences with personal life lessons, resulting in a groove-centric
genre they describe as “rustbelt soul.” Their sound encompasses
elements of southern rock, funk-infused abandon reminiscent of the
70s, and harmonies that also evoke a throwback nostalgia while
maintaining a modern edge. At all times however, Harlem Hayfield
creates music that makes the listener feel something.
In early 2023, Harlem Hayfield signed a recording deal with New
York-based Bridge Road Entertainment and producer David
Bourgeois. Their debut full-length album, titled “Banter Tells and
Tricks,” is scheduled for release in spring 2024. The record will feature
guest appearances from Danny Louis of Gov’t Mule, as well as AAA
Top 40 blues-rock artists and Bridge Road label mates Jocelyn &
Chris.
Basic Info
Members
Hugh Sullivan
Brandon Pilger
Keenan Wilcott
Mikey Schoneman
Graham Wene
Chris Lourash
Years Active
2019 – Present
Origin
Central Illinois
Genres
“Rustbelt Soul”
Rock, Soul, Jam, Funk, Blues, Garage, Jazz
Website
harlemhayfield.com
Artists Performed With
The Record Company
Jocelyn & Chris Arndt
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Aaron Kamm & The One Drops
Eliot Lewis
Christone “Kingfish” Ingram
Ana Popović
Chris King & The Gutterballs
Bernard Allison
Tinsley Ellis
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