JC Brooks Band speaks out on being Black in modern day America with new EP

On their new EP "Red, Black, and Blue," JC Brooks Band leans heavily on its funk sensibilities as the they explore political and social themes surrounding being Black in modern day America. Jesse Menendez spoke with JC Brooks about the racial tension that informed the album and the witty, soulful, stirring expression of the ever-present ability of Black America to spin its pain and frustration into gold.

EP release show takes place Friday, 4/13 at the Chop Shop in Chicago.