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About Soraia
Personal growth, rebirth, even revolution – such transformative concepts are the heart of what Soraia is all about. These heady themes inform the songs on Dig Your Roots, the band’s latest album, out March 13 on Wicked Cool Records.
“I look at Dig Your Roots as a continuation of what was begun on Dead Reckoning,” says singer and frontwoman ZouZou Mansour of the new album’s relationship to their 2017 Wicked Cool LP. That record’s release prompted Rolling Stone/Mojo scribe David Fricke to write Soraia’s “searing guitars, burning soul and true CBGB grit…are the rock you need, in your face now.”
“Dig Your Roots is coming to terms with the light and dark inside myself and in the world,” ZouZou shares. “I come from a diverse multicultural and multireligious background – my father was Muslim and Egyptian, and my mother was Belgian and Catholic. I was ‘different,’ and I hid some of my background from people, thinking I wouldn’t be accepted. Digging my roots is being proud of who I am, letting it come before me even at times, being proud of where I come from, and asking the listener to do the same.
“Dig Your Roots also refers to loving what grounds you: the people, the lifestyles, the places you live, where you grew up. It’s being willing to dig up your roots and re-plant if where you are no longer keeps you free – metaphorically, of course. Inherently, I want this to be the message of the record: if you’re down, get up.”
As a spiritual descendent of iconic women in rock such as Patti Smith and Joan Jett, ZouZou’s Philadelphia-based band also embodies elements of kindred spirits of the ’90s and beyond – like PJ Harvey and The Kills, with more than a sprinkling of ’60s Garage Rock and Soul. Their primal sonic attack spreads a message of perseverance through trials of love, loss and letting go.
Bassist Travis Smith continues to be a crucial root of the Soraia tree, co-writing five of the album’s new songs with ZouZou, including “Superman Is Gone” and “Wild Woman.” “Travis delved into places on this album that we didn’t go to on the last record,” she reveals. “That’s scary. But he did it, which ultimately made me do it, too. It’s like, ‘Hold my hand, we’re going into this dark cave, and who knows what’s going to happen…”
Roots also finds drummer Brianna Sig with her first Soraia co-write, the enchanting “Don’t Have You.” “Her melody for the choruses reminded me of how The Sirens would lure sailors in Greek mythology,” ZouZou relates. “It was haunting and beautiful – and if Soraia isn’t both of those things, then I don’t know what we’re doing here.”
The band faced an unexpected challenge when guitarist Mike Reisman, who co-wrote four Dig tracks, including 2019 single “Evergreen,” left the group. “Mike can’t tour for longer periods of time anymore,” says ZouZou. “It hurt. He still works with us and we still connect. But you grow closer with who remains, and grow yourself.” Going forward, Nick Seditious is handling guitar duties.
Further nourishing their roots is the continued support of Wicked Cool’s Stevie Van Zandt. The label head has been an advocate ever since naming their breakout track “Love Like Voodoo” the Coolest Song in the World on his syndicated radio show and SiriusXM channel Little Steven’s Underground Garage in 2013. In January 2020, Dig Your Roots’ opening cut “Dangerous” becomes the tenth Coolest Song they’ve earned.
Van Zandt has even become a creative collaborator, penning “Why” for Dead Reckoning and co-writing two Roots tunes: 2019 Coolest Song “Still I Rise” and forthcoming single “Darkness (Is My Only Candle).” “I trust him more than anyone in knowing what I’m trying to say and who I am,” says ZouZou.
Complementing them in the studio once again is producer/engineer Geoff Sanoff, whose credits include notable work with Bruce Springsteen, Fountains Of Wayne and Dashboard Confessional. “He’s a member of the band when we’re in there,” ZouZou acknowledges.
Soraia has come a long way since their punked-up cover of The Kinks’ “(I’m Not) Like Everybody Else” hit #1 on Rock radio in South America in 2015. Their independently released debut album In The Valley Of Love And Guns from 2013 features five songs co-written with Jon Bon Jovi.
“I’m all about playing a fun song and throwing myself around, that’s Rock ’n’ Roll at its heart,” ZouZou remarks. “...and I’m also about telling the stories of resurrection and life and hope and darkness.”
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Genres
Rock, Rock N Roll, Garage Rock
Band members
Travis Smith: Bass Guitar, BG Vocals, ZouZou Mansour: Lead Vocals, Brianna Sig: Drums, John Hildenbrand: Keys
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What fans are saying
Michael
Phenomenal performance yet again by SORAIA!
This band should be not only on everyone’s playlist, but they shall see this band LIVE to be fulfilling such an experience that will stay with you, well, forever....
Inclusive is exclusive ; - )
Winters Tavern
Pacifica, CA
Jul 23, 2023
Craig
Soraia is a tight rocking band for PA led by the mighty ZouZou Mansour. They came out rocking with their hit "Monster" and never let up. Each band member is a pro and it shows.
Redwood Bar & Grill
Los Angeles, CA
Jul 21, 2024
David
Soraia per usual exceeded all expectations. They stood out in a show that featured a number of bands, many of whom had years more experience than Soraia. Their energy and intensity were astonishing.
The Bowery Electric
New York City, NY
May 21, 2023
David
I left a review before but again, lived up to expectations n satisfied some very tough critics. They won over some fans, hope to see them at the Brooklyn show.
Berlin
New York City, NY
Mar 27, 2023
Mark
The band was very tight, great in all respects. Warranted a much larger crowd but those of us who were there had an amazing experience.
Spacebar
Columbus, OH
Oct 03, 2022
Soraia Tour Cities
Frequently Asked Questions About Soraia
Concerts & Tour Date Information
Is Soraia on tour?
Yes, Soraia is currently on tour. If you’re interested in attending an upcoming
Soraia concert, make sure to grab your tickets in advance. The Soraia tour
is scheduled for 3 dates across 3 cities. Get
information on all upcoming tour dates and tickets for 2024-2025 with Hypebot.
How many upcoming tour dates is Soraia scheduled to play?
Soraia is scheduled to play 3 shows between 2024-2025. Buy
concert tickets to a nearby show through Hypebot.
When does the Soraia tour start?
Soraia’s tour starts Nov 03, 2024 and ends on Nov 29, 2024.
They will play 3 cities; their most recent concert was held in
Somerville at The Jungle Community Music Club and their next upcoming concert
will be in New York at Berlin.
What venues is Soraia performing at?
As part of the Soraia tour, Soraia is scheduled to play across the following
venues and cities:
2024 Tour Dates:
Nov 03 - Somerville,
MA @ The Jungle Community Music Club
Nov 08 - New York,
NY @ Berlin
Nov 29 - Philadelphia,
PA @ MilkBoy