Dirty
Soul

Who, We. Are.

The formation of Dirty Soul was Kismet.  A reluctant acceptance of an invite, a basement jam on a 25-acre farm, and the convergence of two voices sealed the fate.

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There's something magic that happens when seasoned musicians get together to form a sound none of them has found before; an energy; a spark; a vibe; a groove.

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Dirty Soul is defined by the powerful, vocal duo of Michael Feldman and Tish Martinez. The funky originals and unique covers are held together by a precision rhythm section and killer keys and guitar. It is electric. It is high energy. It is the sound of your soul grabbing onto life.

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The Back Story 

Michael Feldman brought original music, backed by his passionate, emotive voice and guitar. He met David Norod and Gary Dougman who formed the core rhythm section. Tish Martinez, through random chance and divine intervention wound up on stage one evening, and the match was lit. Every person in the room felt something. There is something electric about the way their voices dance together. Dave Gorozdos joined on keys and vocals as did guitarist and vocalist, John Vengrouskie. That's when Dirty Soul exploded.   

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Performing together across the Mid-Atlantic since 2017, the experience is all about feel. Funk, blues, New Orleans soul found a melting pot and has become the bands signature sound; Swampy Funk, Rhythm and Bluesy-Soul; our own unique flavor.  

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Our Sound. Our Vibe. Our Soul.

Dirty Soul is a dynamic fusion of vintage Southern soul, and swampy rhythm and blues. Our sound features powerhouse vocals, harmonized guitar leads, soulful organ swells, and a freight-train rhythm section, creating a retro-soul experience that will keep you dancing all night.

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Since 2017, Dirty Soul has been igniting the Washington D.C. metro area with our unique blend of feel-good retro soul. We connect with those who crave great music and an unforgettable live experience, mixing original tunes with our distinctive take on familiar favorites.

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Imagine a wild party where the Tedeschi Trucks Band, The Foo Fighters, Lake Street Dive, The Allman Brothers, and Amy Winehouse collide—that’s the essence of Dirty Soul. Dive into our stanky funk and bluesy soul, and discover the raw, heavy funk and soul your body craves.

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Get ready to shake up your expectations and embark on a musical adventure with Dirty Soul!