
Free Electric Sound, the instrumental subdivision of The Lasers Edge Group, welcomes Chicago, Illinois-based Sons Of Ra, signing the band for the release of their impending debut full-length.
The eclectic Sons Of Ra ensemble draws inspiration from Avant-Garde Music, Classic Jazz Fusion with Post-Progressive sensibilities, infusing their compositions with cosmic vibrations and experimental fervor. Drummer Michael Rataj (Arbogast, Mine Collapse) lays an energetic and ever-shifting rhythmic framework for tenor saxophonist/bassist Keith Wakefield (Jan King & Medicine Ball) and guitarist Erik Oldman (Mare Crisium) to weave angular, contrapuntal melodies with ethereal textures augmented by loops and synthesizer explorations. More than a band, they are sonic sorcerers, weaving spells of experimental brilliance that transcend the boundaries of traditional genres.
The band has released several EPs and singles, including the critically lauded “Tropic Of Cancer” EP earlier this year, a six-part suite which drew incredible response from critics and fans alike, and saw the band take their touring to the next level across the Midwest and into the Eastern half of the US. Now, the band will unveil their intense full-length debut album, “Standard Deviation,” through Free Electric Sound.
The Lasers Edge Group owner Ken Golden issues of the signing: “Jazz rock and fusion are a longtime passion of mine. SONS OF RA have a reverential view of the classic style but present it in a contemporary fashion. The future is wide open for the trio and I’m anxious to see where they go.”
The band states: “This is the start of a new chapter for Sons Of Ra in our decade-long journey. We are extremely happy and humbled to announce our signing with the Free Electric Sound label. Thanks to Ken Golden everyone from the Lasers Edge Group to help us get to this point in our musical journey. Special thanks go to our fans, friends, and family who have supported us throughout the years.”
Watch for info on Sons Of Ra’s “Standard Deviation” LP to be issued early next year.
In the meantime, Sons Of Ra has shows in Chicago, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Hamtramck over the next few weeks, with additional performances being booked for early next year.
Sons Of Ra Live:
11/20/2024 Jazz Fusion Fest @ Burlington Bar – Chicago, IL w/ Kevin King Regime, Wave Cage [Info]
12/05/2024 Government Center – Pittsburgh, PA w/ Hardac, The Media Prophet [Info]
12/06/2024 Ruba Club – Philadelphia, PA w/ Zaku, Power Over Ethernet, Close To Good [Info]
12/07/2024 Ghost Light Bar – Hamtramck, MI w/ Sozen, Flood The Desert, Belling The Tiger [Info]
Find Sons Of Ra’s “Tropic Of Cancer” on 12” vinyl, CD, and digitally via Bandcamp HERE and streaming at digital services HERE, and watch multiple videos for the EP at YouTube HERE.
Lineup:
Erik Oldman / Guitar, Bass, Synth
Keith Wakefield / Bass, Tenor Saxophone, Synth
Michael Rataj / Drums