Detroit Proud was thrilled to visit with Stevie Soul & discuss his story, music, and the evolution of Detroit! Here are photos from the Detroit Proud promo shoot at DIME Underground.
Under the Lights
Soul performs several genres of music, ranging from his signature Funk and Soul sound to improvised covers of Top 40 music. Stevie Soul sings over his looped and layered beatbox sets to create full musical productions, live on stage.
An Eye on Detroit's Music Artists
Detroit Proud features local musicians like Steve Soul! Have an artist we should feature? Email us at DetroitProud@wkbdtv.com
Music Though a Different Lens
Stevie Soul has developed a talent to perform hundreds of musical instruments in perfect harmony. His diverse style & positive message has attracted followers of all ages & backgrounds across the globe.
The Power of Music
Stevie struggled with a severe stuttering disability that prevented him from communicating with his peers. Stevie tried to speak but strange sounds came out instead. He eventually transformed these sounds into polished beatbox sets which he performed for family and friends. This became his unique way of expressing himself and, through his newfound talent, he overcame his speaking disability on his own.
Stevie Soul @ DIME Underground
Detroit Institute of Music Education (DIME) offers validated courses where musicians can earn a diploma or BA in guitar, bass, drums, vocals, songwriting, or music entrepreneurship. Find more at dime-Detroit.com
A Mix of Sound
The blend of Motown, Jazz, Hip Hop, Soul & Ghetto Tech has influenced Stevie's unique sounds.
The Beatbox Jukebox!
Stevie performs as a solo act & collaborates with artists looking to layer their sound with his array of musical talents.
Detroit Proud: Behind The Scenes
CBS 62 was lucky enough to work with local beatboxer & multi-media artist Stevie Soul on the latest Detroit Proud campaign. Go behind the scenes with this gallery!
A Man of Many Hats
Stevie has worked closely with The College for Creative Studies, Y-Arts of the YMCA & The Quicken Loans Family of Companies, producing a library of multi-media material.
What's Next for Detroit?
Artists like Stevie Soul are leading the creative evolution of this chapter of Detroit's musical history.
Stevie's Tools of Communication
Follow Steve Soul on Twitter @mrsteviesoul & on Instagram @mrsteviesoul