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The four members of SOUL TEMPO, Jerry Brunson, Tony Burnett, brothers Kevin and Phillip Mitchell, grew up together and the strong chemistry between them is reflected in their great sound and their on-stage charisma.

They all grew up in the same neighborhood and they went to the same elementary school, middle school, high school and college together as voice majors.

Things first started to coalesce for the foursome when they got the chance to audition for film producer/director Penny Marshall for her movie then in production. Ms. Marshall became an instant fan, as she remains to this day, and SOUL TEMPO was given an on-camera singing part in "The Preacher's Wife"(1996) with Whitney Houston and Denzel Washington.

They also worked with Joseph "Run" Simmons, one of the founding members of hip hop group Run-D.M.C., and released a compilation album "REV RUN Presents," (1995) on his gospel label Rev Run Records.

In 1998, they released a CD album "I Can't Wait" on Velvet Music. Immediately there was some interest at radio, including airplay and phone response at premier urban station WHUR in Washington, DC. But while the four were in key as a vocal group, they were not experienced at being record company execs and pondered their next move.


After 5 years, they released a CD album "Charmed and Dangerous" on Music Avenue Records, featuring such tracks as "Too Hip Hop for The Room" and "Celebrate Our Love". 


In 2005, with the release of "Rendezvous" on Music Avenue Records, Soul Tempo treated fans to more of their velvet harmonies with the national club/dance hit "ST's House Remix" of "Swearin' To God", and the soulful "You'll Never Be Alone" ("Deep Version"). 


Soul Tempo recently performed in Washington, DC. at the Democratic debate with Mr. Tavis Smiley of PBS. The group also performed for and with Bishop TD Jakes and many more including Mr. Tom Joyner of the ABC Network, Barack Obama and Mrs. Hillary Clinton just to name a few.

This Group looks forward to moving into high gear and big success. For this intense high-harmony vocal group Soul Tempo, this appears to be perfect timing. For Booking Info on Soul Tempo and Their schedule of Appearances: Phone: 203-776-0409 Soul Tempo Production & management: Soul Tempo Music Phone: 203-776-0409 Fax: 203-248-9466 2583 Whitney Ave. Hamden, CT. 06518
Soul Tempo is (from left) Jerry Brunson, Phillip Mitchell, Kevin Mitchell, and Anthony Burnett.



Interview with Jerry Brunson...

- Could you tell us a little about your background? Like, when and where were you born?
I was born in South Carolina, New Haven, Norh Carolina.


- When and how did you begin singing together?
High School.


- Who has been your biggest inspiration in music? Or who have been your idols?
God.


- When did you start as a professional?
1997


- You signed with Rev Run Records, and recorded some gospel songs. Could you talk about that? How that happened?
By the Grace of God/ Rev. Run was very inspirational.


- Please tell us about your album "I Can't Wait." How did you get there? And how was the reaction?
Love Will Never Die and our producer Chris "Dog" Davis did a great job-reaction still is great.


- How did you hook up with Bobby Eli, who wrote/produced "He's Comin' Soon" on the album?
We did a show in Philadelphia and Bobby was there and the rest is history.


-Moving up to date, can you tell us about your recent project "Touch the Hem of His Garment"? Like, what made you decide to re-release gospel songs, and what are your favorite things about singing gospel/a cappela?
Its been in our hear since childhood.


- What are you working on now?
Its been in our hear since childhood.


- Have you ever had a memory in your career than you can't forget?

Full Gospel CD.


- Are there artists or producers you would like to collaborate with?
Baby face and Qunicey Jones.


- What really drives you or motivates you to continue to play music?
People/Society


- What is music for you?
Our Life and Carrer.


Would you like to say something to your fans?
Put God First and never Give Up regardless what you are doing.
Discography

REV RUN Presents
Rev Run/Benson
84418-4180-2
Sanctified **
Things Ain't What They Used to Be/Mercy Mercy Me ***
When We Are Made as One *
Cushite **
Precious Lord, Take My Hand/Let Me Stand ***
Touch the Hem of His Garment *
Change of Behavior **
What Is a Sin Assassin ***
The Lord's Prayer *
* performed by Soul Tempo
** by Bobby Walker and the Zoe Brothers
*** by Sin Assassins
1995
I Can't Wait
Velvet Music Group
I Can't Wait
Celebrate Our Love
Favorite Work of Art
Easy
What Would I Do?
Never Give Up
Love Will Find a Way
Tell Me You Want Me
Love's on the Menu
He's Comin' Soon
1998
Charmed and Dangerous
Music Avenue
4805-2
All The King's Horses
I'm Not Going Anywhere
Too Hip Hop For The Room
Dream
You'll Never Be Alone
Celebrate Our Love
Big Big Ball
I Can't Wait
Swearin To God - Go Tell The Angels
Too HipHop For The Room
Soul Trance
ST's House
Urban Dream
Urb'n Groove
Tribal Fire
2003
Rendezvous
Music Avenue
Lover's Village Medley?
I Can Love You
Deserted
You'll Never Be Alone
All The King's Horses
Friend
Let's Dance The Night Away
Medley - Breaking Down The Walls of Heartache/Disturbin' The Peace
Party Vibes
When We Are Made As One
Swearin' To God (ST's House Remix)
2005
Touch the Hem of His Garment
Soul Tempo Music 203
Jesus Is The Answer
Touch the Hem of His Garment
Holy Name
2008
The Lord's Prayer
Soul Tempo Music 0639
Christian Automobile
I Love the Lord
He Ain't Heavy
Jesus
The Lord's Prayer
Touch the Hem of His Garment
Wild Side
Let It Be
Climbin' Up the Mountain
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Gallery


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