St. Paul & The Broken Bones

Part revival, part rock-and-soul spectacle, all high-energy charisma

From the moment St. Paul & The Broken Bones step onstage, there’s a palpable sense of anticipation—as if the audience knows they’re about to be taken to church, the dance floor, and outer space all at once. This powerhouse soul ensemble, known for their electrifying live shows and impassioned vocals, blends rock ’n’ roll, soul, R&B, and more. At the center of it all is Paul Janeway, a commanding and often flamboyantly attired frontman, channeling the energy of a gospel preacher. His powerful, elastic voice travels from raw Southern grit to incisive falsettos as he paces the stage, twirling his microphone and collapsing to his knees in moments of emotional release. Behind him, the rhythm section drives a tight, propulsive groove, the guitar and keys mix vintage warmth with a modern shimmer, and the horns add blasts of color and swagger. It’s a celebration of soul in all its forms—joy, pain, faith, funk, and catharsis.