Neal Francis

A rangy singer, songwriter, and pianist from Chicago, Neal Francis writes tightly crafted songs rooted in retro '70s pop, rock, and R&B. Prior to launching his solo career, Francis cut his teeth at a young age first as a blues sideman, then as a member of a promising funk ensemble before addiction nearly got the best of him. After getting clean, he developed a retro-driven style blending classic R&B with New Orleans rhythms, blues, and a healthy dose of early-'70s rock and funk, launching a solo career with his 2019 debut album Changes. Two years later, he released his absorbi...