Over 400 different performers will be featured at the 34th year of Musikfest, and SUM (pronounced soom) is one of them. SUM, which is the Latin word for “to be” or “I”, is a music project that understands the uniqueness of the individual and wants to encourage people to embrace their special qualities.
Based in New York City, SUM was founded by Steve Anthony Belvilus in 2015, and released its self-titled album in 2016. The band is composed of Belvilus as both the musical director and drummer, with the vocals of Patryce Williams, Francesco Beccaro on bass, Andrew Gould on alto saxophone, Gil “XL” Defay on trumpet, Joel Desroches on piano and Oliver Rambeloson on synth/keys.
SUM will be playing at the Frank Banko Alehouse (Southside) at the BB&T Jazz Cabaret Stage on August 10 at 5:30 p.m.
Don’t forget to check out some of the other great acts at Musikfest including Santana (Aug. 4), Godsmack (Aug. 9), The Band Perry (Aug. 11), Toby Keith (Aug. 10) and so much more.
