Jess Roberts Band
Jess Roberts Band — the exciting new sound bringing the beat, the feeling and the SOUL straight to you!
With a driving rhythm section, powerful lead vocals from Jess Roberts, and the sweet, sassy sound of girl-group-style backing vocals, this is a band that doesn’t just play soul — they live it! From the first note to the final handclap, Jess Roberts Band keeps you moving with the irresistible Northern Soul sound that is the beat you feel in your heart, the rhythm that gets your feet moving, and the kind of excitement that keeps you coming back for more.
Northern Soul, California Style
Straight into the groove and built for the dance floor, Jess Roberts Band brings the heat with a hard-driving blend of soul, R&B, blues, and rock ’n’ roll — the kind of band that doesn’t just play the song, they put some grease on it!
Holding down the keys with style, swing, and plenty of soul is Casey Gee, laying down the harmonic foundation and adding just the right touch of magic.
On guitar, Deane Cote and Steven Ruecker bring the six-string conversation — two guitars, one groove, and enough rhythm and fire to keep the whole house moving.
Keeping the low end deep and steady is Jason Areford on bass, locking into the pocket and making sure every beat has somewhere to land.
Behind the kit, Tim Peterson is the heartbeat of the operation — solid, swinging, and always ready to take the groove somewhere it hasn’t been before.
And when the time comes to raise the roof, Nena Anderson and Rachel Jennings step up on backing vocals, bringing the harmony, the attitude, and that sweet-and-sassy soul sound that turns a good number into something you want to sing along with.
Jess Roberts is a dynamic, UK-born soul vocalist and songwriter currently based in Southern California. Known for her powerful voice and deeply emotive stage presence, she fronts Jess Roberts Band and performs across a diverse range of collaborative projects. She is also a songwriter and performer with the German soul and funk band The Everettes, further showcasing her versatility as both a vocalist and writer. Jess often performs as a featured singer or collaborator with other bands and artists, bringing her distinctive voice and energy to a wide variety of musical settings. Highly recognized for her versatility, she seamlessly transitions between raw, high-energy heavy music and smooth, authentic soul.