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Kam Franklin was once an investment banker. Her talents are now put to better use - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
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Photos: The Suffers, The Buttertones and Thee Commons In the Lineup at Levitt Summer Series

June 7, 2017 News Comments Off on Photos: The Suffers, The Buttertones and Thee Commons In the Lineup at Levitt Summer Series

Concerts Under The Stars Runs June 17-Sept. 10 By DONNA BALANCIA Diverse musicians ranging from The Suffers to The Buttertones and Thee Commons will take the stage at The Levitt Pavilion for the 2017 Free […]

Kam Franklin and The Suffers triumph at The Echo LA - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
By DONNA BALANCIA

The Suffers Rock The Echo in LA With a Scorching Sound That Heralds An Era of New Soul Music

November 21, 2016 News Comments Off on The Suffers Rock The Echo in LA With a Scorching Sound That Heralds An Era of New Soul Music

The Suffers Hit Like A 5-Alarm Plate of Shrimp and Grits By DONNA BALANCIA The Suffers put on a short show that packed a powerful punch the other night at The Echo. The lively set […]

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The Suffers To Play Their Brand of ‘Gulf Coast Soul’ at The Echo Saturday Night, Release New Video

November 17, 2016 News Comments Off on The Suffers To Play Their Brand of ‘Gulf Coast Soul’ at The Echo Saturday Night, Release New Video

The Suffers: Get Ready for Soulful Rock N Roll By DONNA BALANCIA The Suffers, Houston’s answer to Rock N Roll Soul, led by powerhouse front woman Kam Franklin, will hit the stage at The Echo […]

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