Morgantown psychedelic funk and electric soul band, Aristotle Jones and the Like Minds released their debut album, "The Meeting of the Minds," Friday.
The album features 10 original tracks and, according to lead vocalist Aristotle Jones, attempts to capture the raw energy produced from their live shows.
"We always strive to bring high energy to our shows," Jones said. "And that was our goal with ‘The Meeting of the Minds' as well."
Aristotle Jones and the Like Minds consists of Justin Bricker on bass and back up vocals; Drew Jones on keyboard, guitar, saxophone and back up vocals; Nicholas Filippelli on drums and Aristotle Jones on guitar and lead vocals.
The band formed in the spring of 2010, but didn't originally have serious intentions for an album.
"We started off just as a group of musicians looking for a Thursday night jam. A catharsis to shake off all of stress of day jobs, school or whatever burdens we were carrying around with us," Jones said.
Jones claims that the recording process was a smooth endeavor, self-produced and one that he personally played a large part in creating. "We recorded during the snowy season at SuperFlare Studios in Morgantown," Jones said, "I did the mixing and mastering myself with feedback from the band. Our goal was to take our time and create a genuinely memorable album."
For this album the band tried to blend elements from a diverse array of musical genres. "In the end it is rooted in funk, blues and rock with a soulful singer," he added.
Aristotle Jones and the Like Minds currently plan for a multi-state tour through Ohio, Maryland, D.C. and Pennsylvania.
The band is also planning for a second album, which they will start recording in the winter. They have already penned five new tracks and they hope to feature up and coming rappers, singers and other musicians from Appalachia.
Fans can check out Aristotle Jones and the Like Minds or purchase their new album on their website at www.aristotlejonesmusic.com.
Their album is also available for download through iTunes and Amazon MP3, or can be picked up at any of their shows.
The band will next perform July 21 at 123 Pleasant St. with Ohio band Adrian Niles.
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