Feedback Zone:
We (the customers and staff) have thoroughly enjoyed your music, your energy, and your presentation. An added bonus for us has been your "silent selling" of our products and services in between sets. Each time our courtyard fills completely to capacity as our customers eagerly await the "Paul W. Collins live music night."
Sincerely,
Susan L. Shultz
Owner, Yesterday's Cafe & Tea Room
About Velvet Soul...
Our influences include Led Zeppelin; Pink Floyd; Bob Dylan; Burt Bacharach; David Sanborn; Johnny Cash; Eric Clapton; Don Henley; The Beatles, Steve Winwood and OTHERS!
Paul's vocal talent sounds like one shot of Don Henley mixed with one shot of Eric Clapton and a splash of Bob Seger on the rocks. When the throat gives out, it's a BAD double shot mix of Joe Cocker and Rod Stewart straight up; John Mellencamp makes a good chaser; NOT GOOD!
Paul W Collins - Lead/Rhythm Guitar, Harmonica and Vocals 
Music is my strongest spiritual connection. I enjoy writing music that touches on the different emotions we experience in this life (good, bad, ups, downs, smiles and tears, etc.).
I'm very much in love with my wife Tracy. To me, she's the most beautiful woman I could ever be with. She's the inspiration behind the song "Deep Down Inside".
I'm the proud Father of 3 Sons: James, Joshua and Justin. I don't know why God allowed me to be the fortunate one chosen to be their Dad; but I'm so thankful, humbled and glad He did.
Chuck Rigney - Bass and Saxophone
Listening to Chuck lay down a groove, you'd think he's been playing bass all his life! A natural player with a soulful, mellow sound that melts like butter as you sway to your favorite tunes.
Chuck is also a professional magician and balloon artist. He can create any animal you want with balloons. This summer we performed for a private family reunion, children were present. Chuck was the star for the evening. The parents and children fell in love with Chuck as he entertained both with his balloon art and music performance.
Lee Roberson - Keyboard, Acoustic Guitar, and Vocals 
A self-taught musician who is a true artist that paints with any instrument he chooses. Lee is proficient on the drums, keyboard, guitar, bass, and harmonica. His vocal talent alone would make Warren Haynes give an affirmative nod with a thumbs up!
Lee can hear any song one time and it become his if he so chooses. He has the ability to re-arrange any song, and then adding his chops and hooks the song becomes his with an even larger fan base. Lee has also done several international recording sessions with other professional musicians, collaborating online with people all over the world.
Rob Trump - Drums and Vocals
Rob is the youngest and prettiest of the group. He is a multi-talented musician. He also plays the guitar and keyboards. On top of all that, he is an excellent vocalist and crowd-pleaser.
If you ever have a party or a “get together”, Rob is someone to invite. He has a warm personality and great people skills. Rob is also a natural at being able to help you smile and laugh, which is good for your health.
His girls Lillian Moreen and Lucy Hope are the apple of his eye.