Cory Henry The Funk Apostles_ NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

Oct. 5, 2018 | Felix Contreras — There’s so much joy in the sound of the Hammond organ, especially for those of us of a certain age. Hearing it can transport you to the early ’70s, when every rock band seemed to have one in its arsenal: The Allman Brothers, Santana, Deep Purple. In the hands of true masters — like the late Billy Preston and the very-much-alive Booker T. Jones — the organ can be a melodic, funky rhythm machine. Henry’s keyboard skills are on full display during a synth solo in “Trade It All,“ which also spotlights his entire band. To my mind, they’d have sounded right at home on Stax Records in the ’70s — no small accomplishment. “Send Me a Sign“ then showcases some of the roots of Henry’s songwriting; it’s inspired by church sermons that bloom into group sing-alongs. Just another way Cory Henry digs way back to give us something new and exciting. Set List: “Love Will Find a Way“ “Trade It All“ “Send Me Sign“