Electronic Press Kit

Taking the Midwest Beyond Northern Soul 

Merging northern soul, classic R&B, and alternative rock to create their own unique, infectious sound, The Periodicals are a 10-piece powerhouse out of Madison and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Formed in 2013 by singer-guitarist John Wedge, a London native, and guitarist Geoff Blake-Horst the band has evolved over the past decade into an audience-friendly juggernaut featuring soaring vocal harmonies and a three-piece horn section, and a lineup that reflects the entire community, with members from across the gender, race, and age spectra.

Whether on the main stage of the festival grounds or in the intimacy of a downtown club, The Periodicals performances are electric - brimming with rock energy and soul. Their typical set comprises deep cuts from their rich catalog of original songs along with a sprinkling of classics from the northern soul canon.

The Periodicals' trademark sound is founded on the stellar rhythm section of former Clyde Stubblefield sideman Steve Rosenblum on bass and funk-rock stalwart Dave Bush on drums. Their foundation is augmented by the swinging horn trio of Bob Jacobson (trumpet), Rob Henn (trombone), and Jamill Shaw (tenor sax) along with the shimmering keyboards of Raquel Aleman and Alida Lacosse's violin and hand percussion. Rounding out the sound are the incredible vocal stylings of Nikko Murphy, backed by the harmonies and guitar work of Bush, Wedge and Blake-Horst. 

Fresh from a series of standout shows last year that included The Mile of Music, La Fete de Marquette, and Project North Festival, 2025 sees the band playing a number of prominent dates in support of a new live recording and video.  Dates include The High Noon Saloon, UW Memorial Union Terrace, and The Sessions. This new release will feature three songs that have been the highlights of recent shows, and showcase their music for a whole new audience. 

The Periodicals Two Sugars 

The Periodicals Live at WORT 

The Periodicals play Hit and Run  

"A killer, nine-piece rock band. The Periodicals are a group that take the opportunity to make you wag your tail very, very seriously." 

The Isthmus - August 9th 2022 

"The Periodicals cook up pub rock and soul into a horn-laden stew that is good for you."  WORT Radio - December 15th 2022   

"One band is bringing a unique sound to Madison - The Periodicals are a nine-piece band that blends old-school rock together with pop and focuses on a genre called Northern soul." - Channel 3000 August 22nd 2022 

Press and Booking Enquiries on 920 287 1503 and theperiodicalsband@gmail.com