An In Depth Interview with “Jack Mack and the Heart Attack Horns”
“Jack Mack and the Heart Attack Horns has been LA’s leading proponent of Rock’n’Soul music for over 3 decades.”
Jack Mack’s sweet and funky soul music has earned a critically acclaimed thirty year legacy of success in the music business that includes: seven records, blockbuster movie soundtracks, and hundreds of global television and stage performances.
The band is thrilled to say they are releasing a new album entitled, “Back To The Shack.” This record combines their strong American Soul roots with the classic sound and traditions of the Blues. The players include Jack Mack’s World Class horn section, “The Heart Attack Horns” plus one of New Orleans’ favorite sons, Mark Campbell, on lead vocals. Additionally, the band members have performed, recorded or written for: Rod Stewart, Greg Allman, No Doubt, Stevie Wonder, The Eagles, Elvis Costello, Robert Cray, Keb Mo, Natalie Cole, Bobby Womak, Glenn Frey, James Brown and hundreds more. Other notables who lent their talents to the recording include legendary B3 player, Mike Finnigan, (Bonnie Raitt, Crosby Stills & Nash, Taj Mahal, Jimi Hendrix), Grammy winning producer, Tony Braunagel on drums, and Melanie Taylor (Aerosmith, John Mayer). The new LP is slated for a March 2016 release and is currently being mixed by Grammy award winning producer, Howard Benson. This album is the follow up to their 2014 EP entitled, “Lookin’ Up” produced by Grammy award winning producer, Tom Hambridge for SuperStar Records.
Jack Mack has been described as “the real deal, authentic, “extraordinary musicians and dynamic performers.” This 8 piece Rockin’ Soul band has a history of more then three decades as one of America’s most dynamic and authentic soul bands. They’ve circled the globe performing concerts, clubs, festivals and some of the world’s most outrageous private affairs. Their individual style of smokin’ R&B /Soul music, is inspired by the legendary artists that made up the sounds of Memphis Stax Volt, Muscle Shoals, Motown, Philly and James Brown. They have garnered an ever expanding and loyal following cementing their legendary reputation. You can find their infamous horn section, “The Heart Attack Horns” included on countless collections and numerous award winning recording artists albums worldwide. But what the band is most known for is their solid, energetic and stellar live performances.
The Jack Mack entertainment brand has oozed into every facet of show biz, from their incredible live performances, studio recordings, film and TV music placements and the ever-constant shoulder rubbing with celebrities.
“Jack Mack kicks classic R&B in the best most righteous way love these guys!” Bonnie Raitt
“They are one of my all time favorite bands.” Glenn Frey, the Eagles.
“The first time I heard Jack Mack I thought I better get off my butt and step up my game”. Curtis Salgado 2013 Soul Blues and Male Artist of the Year
