Music for the Soul

They're one of Vegas' most righteous and inviting acts, a warm breeze on a cold night. Lady Reiko and the Sin City Prophets are a broadly defined, reggae-oriented group with as many different sounds bubbling the surface as you'd find in a dozen jukeboxes. Read on, as they spread the love.

What do Lady Reiko and the Sin City Prophets sound like?

"Our sound is island reggae infused with American roots music, blues, rock, folk, you name it. It's basically feel-good music for your soul."

Lady Reiko is a native of Hawaii. Do Polynesian music influences manifest themselves much in your music?

"Yes, very much so. There are two native Pacific Islanders in the band (Lady Reiko and bass player Keoni Angel). Also, other than bass and violin, we have only ukuleles (as in stringed instruments) in the band. This brings a unique Polynesian-influenced sound to every song we play. Whether we're playing an original song, or a Led Zeppelin cover tune, the island influence is always there."

You've got a song called "Reggae Music For Humanity." After all the soul-draining damage done by the likes of Nickelback and Kenny Chesney, can you offer us some healing?

"We hope so! This song was written to be uplifting and inspiring, without being too heavy. There are so many issues in the world that need to be addressed, and 'Reggae Music For Humanity' is our way of contributing to that cause. We hope our music will challenge others to make a difference in the world."

Name five reggae albums that everyone should own.

"1) Bob Marley, 'Exodus'; 2) Gregory Isaacs, 'Greatest Hits'; 3) Katchafire, 'Slow Burning'; 4) Morgan Heritage, 'More Teachings'; 5) UB40, 'Labour of Love.' "

See Lady Reiko and the Sin City Prophets at 1 p.m. Feb. 1 at Casa Di Amore, 2850 E. Tropicana Ave. Call 433-4967.

Contact reporter Jason Bracelin at jbracelin@reviewjournal.com or 702-383-0476.