We come across a lot of great vocalists here, at The Deli, but few invoke the classic soul-vibe quite like Boston singer-songwriter Louis Apollon. A recent Berklee grad, Louis is preparing to release his debut album, Free To Be, in September. The album "explores all there is to the human experience through short stories and experiences". Fortunately for us, we don’t have to wait until the fall for a taste of the new record. The first single, "You Are a Dream", embodies the character of 70s soul giants, like Al Green, with Louis’ own jazz/folk flavor. Louis’ voice has a soothing quality, his dulcet tones blending with the no-less-impressive fingerwork of his guitar. With the help of Aleif Hamdan on guitar, Achal Murthy on bass, and Kaushlesh Purohit on cajon (who also engineered the track), Louis creates a nostalgically romantic musical venture, a balance of simplicity and technical prowess. Check out the video below and catch Louis at The Midway Cafe on May 22. –Brian Varneke
