Miss Mojo is a soul-pop band based in New Orleans that strives to move audiences through its potent songwriting and high-energy live performances. The band’s creative strength draws from neo-soul and New Orleans’ extensive funk tradition, producing smooth and soulful original music in which “hip” and “pop” flawlessly coexist.
Raw hooks and expressive melodies are backed by dynamic rhythms in “Out Of Line,” a new song by Miss Mojo that premieres on August 9. The song was recorded live to a Tascam 388 8-track tape machine, setting a warm and unfiltered tone for the rhythmic core. This retro feel compliments the emotive vocal performance from Miss Mojo’s two frontwomen, connecting the audience to their signature theme of female empowerment.
Years of playing in the city’s vibrant live music scene has sculpted Miss Mojo’s memorable performance style, which engages audiences and displays the band members’ passion for making music together. With the dynamic combo of Jenna Winston and Piper Browne serving as the voice of the band, Miss Mojo also seeks to use its platform to highlight the power of women through music.
In January of 2017, Miss Mojo released its debut EP, Up & Personal, a six-track album whose soulful ballads and body-loosening funk tunes demonstrate the band’s versatility. The group released its’ full length debut, Love In Time, in June of 2018. This album displays the band’s stylistic development as well as a more holistic approach to the album-writing process. The record jumps between genres while simultaneously sticking to an overarching thematic element, leading the listener through a sonic and emotional journey of the ups and downs in love.
Miss Mojo has shared stages with many of New Orleans’ most iconic acts, such as Dumpstaphunk, Rebirth Brass Band, Big Sam’s Funky Nation and Galactic. Constantly learning from and being inspired by musicians in the city, the band is in a state of continuous growth. With the release of new music and on the horizon and national tours in sight, Miss Mojo is hit ting 2019 running and not looking back. They’re thrilled to be bringing their sound and energy to audiences across the country, celebrating life through playing, moving and singing together.
