The Lee Boys’ sacred steel style is rooted in gospel, but is infused with rhythm and blues, jazz, rock, funk, hip-hop, country, and world music genres in a powerfully jamming mix. When The Lee Boys bring their joyous spiritual sound to the stage, audiences instantly recognize that this is not "sitting and listening" music - dancing, shouting out, and having fun are considered essential parts of their tradition. These guys will funkify your soul and help you see the musical light.
In the late 1930s, two brothers brought a new musical instrument into the worship experience of the House of God church in Jacksonville, Florida. The Pentecostal congregation embraced the soulful sound of the electric lap-steel guitar, as played by a novice named Willie Eason and his brother Truman. Over time this unique sound became the hallmark of the church. The pedal steel guitar was later added into the mix in the 1970s. The Lee Boys are part of the fourth generation of this tradition in the faith.
FROM MARYLAND
Take 495 (Outer Loop of the Beltway) over the American Legion (Cabin John) bridge. Three miles after crossing bridge into Virginia, take LEFT HAND exit for Route 66 EAST. Get off at EXIT 69 (Lee Highway/Washington Boulevard exit). At top of ramp, turn RIGHT onto Lee Highway (Route 29 South). Go 6 blocks, and you will see The State Theatre on your left.
FROM WASHINGTON DC
Take Route 66 WEST. Get off at EXIT 69 (Sycamore Street/Falls Church exit). At bottom of ramp, turn RIGHT onto Sycamore Street. At first traffic light, turn LEFT onto Washington Blvd. At next traffic light, turn LEFT onto Lee Highway (Route 29 South). Go 6 blocks, and you will see The State Theatre on your left.
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