If ever a band was worthy of notice, it’s 56 Hope Road. The heart of the
band’s sound beats in its soaring melodies and unflaggingly earnest lyrics.
Fusing dynamic keyboard arrangements, gypsy acoustic guitar parts, funky
bass and unbridled drums, this Chicago-based band delivers.

Their music is textured—each layer made of accomplished musicianship.
Blending numerous musical styles, 56 Hope Road creates an original sound,
unique from everyone else. Singers/songwriters Steve Goveia and Dave
Hamilton showcase their talent not only through nimble finger work on their
acoustic guitars, but also in their harmonious vocals. With a sly vocal
style they sing deftly phrased lyrics—almost as if they’re letting you in
on a secret. The band’s tempo is propelled by the rolling percussion of
drummer Greg Fundis. Also housed in the rhythm section is Chad Sanders, who
anchors the band’s sound with his potent standup bass. Completing the band’s
dynamic is the innovative key play of Steve Mann. Listeners are rewarded
with literate music-the duo can set a scene in a few words, tell a story in
a few minutes and change the mood in a moment. Diversity is 56 Hope Road’s
musical trademark, both within and among songs.