Sweet Honey in the Rock, a seasoned, gospel-influenced, a capella group of African-American women, performed in Laxson Auditorium at California State University, Chico, on Dec. 7, 2012. Formed back in 1973, two of the founding members are still with the group. Sweet Honey in the Rock performed a wonderful set of harmonies augmented by a little percussion, offering a wide-ranging set of spiritual songs that closed with a very dynamic versions of Bob Marley's "Redemption Song." From the group's website: "Rooted in a deeply held commitment to create music out of the rich textures of African American legacy and traditions, Sweet Honey In The Rock possesses a stunning vocal prowess that captures the complex sounds of Blues, spirituals, traditional gospel hymns, rap, reggae, African chants, Hip Hop, ancient lullabies, and jazz improvisation. Sweet Honey’s collective voice, occasionally accompanied by hand percussion instruments, produces a sound filled with soulful harmonies and intricate rhythms." It is all true! All images ©Alan Sheckter / ALSheck@comcast.net.