PRESS RELEASE: The REP Theatre Announces "A Journey Into Sound" Seaside, FL: The REP Theatre is pleased to announce a special event added to its 2024 Fall Season featuring The Sock Joplin Trio! An exciting addition to The REP’s already impressive lineup of live music, The Sock Joplin Trio will present their concert entitled “A Journey Into Sound” on Friday, November 15th, and Saturday, November 16th.   Based in Indianapolis, The Sock Joplin Trio is led by pianist Joshua “Sock Joplin” Thompson and includes PsyWrn Simone on vocals and Jared Thompson on saxophone. Accompanying the trio, The REP Theatre is pleased to welcome local musicians Joe Murphy on bass, Jim Ward on guitar, and DJ Rhodes on drums, promising a dynamic and diverse performance.  In January, Joshua A. Thompson delivered a captivating solo performance at The REP as part of his month-long Artist Residency with Escape To Create. His sold-out concert, a dazzling showcase of classical masterworks by African American composers, showcased Joshua’s exceptional talent and magnetic stage presence, leaving a lasting impression on all fortunate enough to attend. This November, Joshua Thompson will continue to leave his indelible mark on the 30A community with The Sock Joplin Trio. Thompson welcomes his twin brother, Jared Thompson, a composer, saxophonist, and bandleader of the multi-album-producing band Premium Blend. Powerhouse vocalist PsyWrn Simone will join the duo. Together, the combined talents of these acclaimed and national touring artists promise to ignite the stage and give audiences a musical experience that explores Black music’s rich and intertwined histories.  “A Journey Into Sound”... Read More