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Experience the signature "Fresh Formula" groove with Chicago's premier funk/R&B band, featuring the incredible talent of Samotta Acklin, daughter of legendary singer-songwriter Barbara Acklin.
With FRESH Featuring SAMOTTA ACKLIN
Live at The Grand Ballroom, Chicago
Experience our signature sound that keeps audiences moving all night long.
Listen NowSamotta Acklin performs tributes to her legendary mother's timeless classics.
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Fresh Tha Band brings an authentic funk and R&B experience to every stage. Led by our incredible visionary Jackey Bond, and featuring the extraordinary talent of Samotta Acklin, daughter of Grammy-nominated legend Barbara Acklin ("Am I the Same Girl," "Love Makes a Woman"), we deliver the "Fresh Formula" that gets crowds moving and grooving all night long.
From intimate venues to grand ballrooms, Fresh Tha Band creates unforgettable musical experiences that honor the rich traditions of Chicago's soul and funk legacy while bringing fresh energy to contemporary audiences.