For some reason the 70’s reached out and snatched Cognate Souls back like Sandman’s cane at the Apollo. We don’t know if it’s musical experimentation, rebellious sentiment or the wonky lettering that captures the era, but that vibe influences our sound without losing modern relevance. Cognate Souls blends soul, funk, pop and rock into an amalgamation that’s like a jam session between Earth, Wind and Fire, Jimi Hendrix and Lenny Kravitz. Our style is fun, raw and introspective while never losing sight of one central truth; we all create a better world together. Cognate Souls represents its main mission, All Souls | One Root | One Sound. All of us are connected as one body, so the sound of music, love, should uplift and connect while never losing sight of joy in togetherness. Originally formed pre-Covid by J. Kevin Powell, with some musicians from his church. As Covid hit, changes to the lineup were made forging this beautiful iteration, informed by our diverse heritage.