
Soul Station
Soulful jazz in Denver
Soul Station is a jazz quintet inspired by the soulful hard bop of the 1960’s, featuring original music by pianist Zack Sulsky alongside classics from Art Blakey to Roy Hargrove.
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The Band
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Adisa Nickerson, Trumpet
Adisa’s love for jazz and trumpet resonates through his playing and personality. Originally from Atlanta and steeped in the city's culture, he studied with James Patterson and played in territory bands all over the south until moving to Denver in 2016. He studied with the great Hugh Ragin and is the full time trumpet player for the Soul School and Deborah Stafford and the Nightstalkers.
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Ryan Romanowski, Tenor Saxophone
Ryan’s tenor sax melds unabashed soul with a fierce urgency. Growing up in Dallas, Texas, he was deeply inspired by Paul Desmond, whose music became the soundtrack of his youth and a major influence on his playing. Ryan enjoys swing dancing in his spare time, effortlessly blending his love for jazz and dance into a harmonious lifestyle.
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Zack Sulsky, Piano
A gifted pianist and composer hailing from Denver, Zack Sulsky’s passion for jazz began to flourish when studied under Keith Oxman at Denver’s East High School. Zack continued his musical journey at Wesleyan University and Berklee College of Music. Known for his melodic compositions and swinging style, Zack has established himself as an emerging voice in the Colorado jazz community.
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Ian Aldridge, Bass
A bassist with an immaculate sense of rhythm, Ian has been captivating audiences with his musical prowess since he first picked up the bass guitar at the age of 11 in his hometown of Golden, Colorado. A man of many hobbies and a professional Chemist, Ian combines scientific precision with his natural musical talent has made him a standout figure in Soul Station, where he provides soul and structure.
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Bob Wolfson, Drums
Bob has been a staple of the Denver music scene since he began playing drums at the age of 13. His exceptional talent earned him a music scholarship to college, where he honed his skills and deepened his passion for rhythm. Despite pursuing a successful career as a surgeon, Bob never let go of his love for music. Now retired, he is the dynamic drummer for Soul Station, bringing his lifelong dedication and experience to every performance.