A mixed bag of multitalented individuals, resembling a jazz-fusion base, ArtFul Soul started off as an instrumental band, with band mates collectively and individually performing at places such as The Prudential Center, Radio City Music Hall, Toads Place, and many more. Later on, the group leader, "Don Jay" decided to tag team along with some of his friends, who happened to be professional singers, thus creating ArtFul Soul. Prior to the group being officially glued together, their music generated around gospel, and soul. While practicing one day, Don Jay formed an idea of making inspirational jazz music, and between bassist Lawrence White, Keyboardist Marquis Gould, and Producer/Composer Will Johnson Jr., who all gave the same response; "Let's do it! We've got people to inspire!", the dream came alive. With an endless world of music, they decided to write some originals, and cover songs, with a jazz-fusion twist. Some songs soul, some songs funky, and then there's, "Etcetera"—featuring a mix of dance, rock, and soul— and the birthing of "Suddenly"—featuring a host of genres, in their own art. Recording sessions are a given, but their live performances tell who they really are! While they attract the crowd that loves meaningful music, they also capture the ears of people who thoroughly understand music! Between riffs, runs chord progressions, and solos the experience is a "MUST WITNESS" says local club owner at Toads Place (New Haven, CT). "All-in-all, we just want to get out, have some fun, and keep positive juices flowing through the hearts of people, through some feel-good music", says Don Jay.