Free Music at ‘Friday Nights in the Park’

Friday Nights in the Park continues this week with the Men of Soul performing.
The members of the band have been playing together for more than 20 years. From Atlanta, Ga., Men of Soul is fronted by Robbie Leggette, who’s soulful voice and high energy make the group a favorite at festivals and events all across the Southeast. The band’s blend of vintage R&B, Motown, blues and classic rock will keep everyone moving the entire night.
Sewanee native Towson Engsberg is on drums. He has also played with Tommy Crain of Charlie Daniels fame, as well as Jimmy Hall, Johnny Neel, Tommy Talton and Bonnie Bramlett.
Band members also include Mike Futral on guitar, Marshall Lynch on bass and Bob Jones on keyboards.
University Avenue will be closed at 6 p.m. for the annual outdoor family event, with food and drink from local vendors available for purchase. The entertainers play from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the Angel Park Pavilion. This event is free and open to the public. A reverse raffle prize  give away is drawn at 8:30 p.m. Ticket holders must be present to win.