A Night to Remember: Thee Sacred Souls with LA LOM, and The Womack Sisters at, The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory, Irving Texas

Duane Clawson

9/15/20262 min read

If your musical tastes lean toward soul, R&B, and incredible musicianship, you likely attended the triple-bill concert featuring Thee Sacred Souls, LA LOM, and The Womack Sisters at The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory this past Saturday!

The night opened with The Womack Sisters, who carry on a rich musical legacy rooted in the traditions of their grandfather, Sam Cooke, and their uncle, Bobby Womack. Their performance offered a refreshing return to a simpler era, emphasizing raw, God-given talent and vocal harmonies that are increasingly rare in modern music. A standout moment of their set was the closing track, "If I Let You"—a performance so authentic that, with your eyes closed, you could easily be transported back to the sound of The Supremes in 1965. To learn more about The Womack Sisters, visit their website at www.thewomacksisters.com.

Occupying the middle slot of the evening was LA LOM (Los Angeles League of Musicians). Their sound is a masterful recreation of the Latin-inspired music that dominated the Los Angeles scene during the 1950s and 60s. The band had humble beginnings, starting out in 2018 by playing classic pop in the lobby of the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. Their infectious stage energy had the crowd swaying to a unique instrumental blend of country twang, surf rock, and Peruvian chicha, providing a perfect transition into the headlining set by Thee Sacred Souls. www.thelalom.com

The organizers of the "Constellations Tour" deserve high praise, as Thee Sacred Souls masterfully synthesized the strengths of their opening acts into an unforgettable soul experience. Although I am a latecomer to their music, witnessing this show was a complete revelation. Their rapid rise to fame is well-deserved, as they bring a vintage sound to life through tight musicality and the captivating, warm vocals of lead singer Josh Lane.

Their 2022 self-titled debut album features several viral sing-alongs that are successfully introducing a new generation to the richness of soul history. Lane’s charisma was on full display during "Lucid Girl," as he ventured into the crowd to connect directly with fans before returning to the barricade to soak in the atmosphere. The entire evening was defined by a beautiful, reciprocal energy; the band poured their hearts into the music, and the audience embraced every moment. You can hear clear nods to soul pioneers like James Brown, particularly during "Any Old Fool." To close the night, the band performed their hit "Can I Call You Rose," with the packed Pavilion singing the catchy chorus in unison—a perfect conclusion to a show that truly unified us all! www.theesacredsouls.com