HooDoo Loungers bring an electric performance to crowd at East Meadow library

If you live in East Meadow and were looking for a concert that was a blend of classic soul and New Orleans Swing, then the only place to be was the HooDoo Loungers performance at the East Meadow Public Library. The group of musicians took to the stage on Feb. 25, performing for a large audience that packed the library’s auditorium.

Drawing inspiration from artists such as like Dr. John, known for his achievements in blues, jazz, funk and R&B, and Fats Domino, known for his swing rock n’ roll music, the HooDoo Loungers present a unique sound to fans. Whether its classic hits or original “musical gumbo,” according to their website, their sound is sure to get people of all ages and backgrounds onto their feet.

The band’s latest album, “SO BEAUTIFUL,” was recorded during the lockdown caused by the coronavirus pandemic. “It offers a bit of fun and optimism,” the band wrote on its website HooDooLoungers.com, “at a time that we all need it the most.”

With fifteen tracks, 11 of which were written by three of the band’s members, the album is peppy and upbeat.

Its members, including Eric Kay, Dan Koontz, Dawnette Darden, Josh LeClere, Joe Lauro, Doug Dean and Eric Miller had crowds of East Meadow residents entertained all afternoon.

There’s a show nearly every Sunday at the library. For more, visit EastMeadow.info, or visit the library at 1886 Front Street, East Meadow.