Black Max at Otherlands

Keenan Sloan is my neighbor. He heads up a band called Black Max. I recently caught up with them at one of the world's finest coffee bars, Otherlands in Memphis.

I could attempt to describe the style of music played by Black Max, but I think it's better left to each listener. It's a mix of many things, from Vaudeville to rock and roll.

They kicked off with a new song called "1935". Keenan's sister Katy produced a sheet of paper with the words as she, Keenan and vocalist/guitarist Ben Pope gathered around and sang a'capella. Keenan's response to having the words right there was something like "Yes, it's THAT new."





Julia Shaffer on keyboards...














Kent Stratton on drums...