MAINSTAY - SOMBARKIN'
The Mainstay in Rock Hall MD welcomes the return of our friends, the acclaimed gospel trio Sombarkin’. Sombarkin’ features the vocal talents of Karen Somerville, Lester Barrett, Jr. and Jerome McKinney. The group uses the skill of vocal instrumentation and precision harmonies to deliver a moving and uplifting performance of Negro spirituals, map (code) songs, folk, and gospel. Their polyphonic technique is reminiscent of the ‘ole time religion’ and ‘campground’ styles of a cappella music. They surround and surprise their audiences with their soulful sound. Sombarkin’ is a trio of vocalists whose sound is so cohesive, it is a challenge to discover just who is singing which part.
Sombarkin's vocals will be backed by Isaiah Embert (piano), Guthrie Matthews (guitar), Jeff Davis (bass), and Ray Anthony (drums).