Monica Jackson
Lead Vocals

At only about 5 years old, Monica was already being influenced by the likes of Patti LaBelle, Aretha Franklin, Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye, and Jennifer Holiday.

Monica got her first gig singing in "Peacock and the Gospel Keys" a gospel band with her parents and numerous other family members at the age of 13.  She continued with this gig  until her father passed away in 1998.

Monica started her R&B career at the age of 19 with "Big Time" a college circuit favorite for over 12 years.  She toured Virginia, Georgia, the Carolinas and as far North as New Jersey.  Although Big Time was primarily a cover band, they recorded a CD, and sold it as they toured the East Coast.

Throughout the years, Monica sang at many weddings, funerals, shows (of various nature), and church programs.  She would also make an occasional appearance with "Big Pat and Legion," a local jazz favorite.

Monica had basically resigned herself to singing at church and working a full time (non-vocal) job, when as great fortune would have it, SoulerCoaster and Monica found each other in July of 2001.

Monica has been singing with SoulerCoaster ever since, and has truly taken the band to a whole new level.  With her incredible range and dynamic on-stage personality, Monica and SoulerCoaster are the best combination since peanut butter and jelly!  And what the hell is wrong with that!?!

By the way, Jackson is not a stage name, she's the real deal!