Music
Deep grooves. Soulful vocals. Live energy you can feel.
Soul Porpoise blends funk, soul, and groove-driven improvisation into a sound that’s both timeless and alive. Whether it’s an original tune or a reimagined classic, every performance is built around feel, connection, and the energy of the moment. Press play and step into the groove.
“Oh Come Back Baby” - Live at Future Fields Studios
A Soul Porpoise original driven by warm organ tones, tight rhythm section interplay, and expressive vocals. This track captures the band’s signature balance of structure and spontaneity.
Live Performances
Soul Porpoise is built for the stage. These live recordings showcase the band’s energy, musicianship, and ability to connect with an audience in real time.
Soul Porpoise - "Good Thing"
"Good Thing" (by Ira Friedman), performed by Soul Porpoise on 9/16/2022 at Foam Brewers in Burlington, VT.
Soul Porpoise - "Straight Up"
"Straight Up" (by Ira Friedman), performed by Soul Porpoise on 9/16/2022 at Foam Brewers in Burlington, VT.
"Imagine" - John Lennon (cover) performed by Ira Friedman and Collin Cope
Written by John Lennon and Yoko Ono
"Your Last Everything" - Ira Friedman and Collin Cope
Written by Ira and Jessica Friedman
Soul Porpoise - "Am I Crazy"
"Am I Crazy" (by Ira Friedman), performed by Soul Porpoise on 9/16/2022 at Foam Brewers in Burlington, VT.
Soul Porpoise - "The Sun Will Shine"
"The Sun Will Shine" (by Ira Friedman), performed by Soul Porpoise on 9/16/2022 at Foam Brewers in Burlington, VT.
Soul Porpoise - "Oh Come Back Baby"
"Oh Come Back Baby" (by Ira Friedman), performed by Soul Porpoise on 1/30/2022 at Future Fields Studios in Burlington, VT.
What Matters performed by Soul Porpoise
"What Matters" (by Ira Friedman), performed by Soul Porpoise on 9/16/2022 at Foam Brewers in Burlington, VT.
Soul Porpoise - "Unsatisfied"
"Unsatisfied" (by Ira Friedman), performed by Soul Porpoise on 1/30/2022 at Future Fields Studios in Burlington, VT.
What You'll Hear
Soul Porpoise draws from a rich blend of influences:
Funk (Stevie Wonder, Meters-style grooves)
Soul (Ray Charles, Marvin Gaye energy)
Jazz-influenced improvisation
Groove-driven rock
Expect:
Tight rhythm section pocket
Expressive, dynamic vocals
Tasteful solos and interplay
A band that evolves in the moment
Built for Live Performance
These recordings are just a snapshot.
In a live setting, Soul Porpoise expands on every tune — stretching grooves, building energy, and reading the room to create a one-of-a-kind experience every time.
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Like What You Hear?
Soul Porpoise brings this same energy and musicianship to every live performance — from packed venues to weddings and private events.