Maroon 5's backup keyboardist shows he has a lot more to offer at Howard Theatre

Don't feel bad if you're just hearing about PJ Morton, soul music fans. The New Orleans native is the fill-in keyboard player for Maroon 5, and he's signed to Lil Wayne's Young Money label -- neither exactly bastions of soul music excellence. But give Morton your ear for just a few minutes and it becomes immediately apparent that the mainstream pop band and the controversial commercial rap label have been harboring a musical talent worthy of your attention.