Soulhat (1990-2001) was a popular Austin, Texas band whose sound incorporated alt-country, funk, hard rock, "jam band," and southern rock influences. Their live performances frequently included covers from acts as diverse as Black Sabbath and Van Halen to Jeff Beck, the Allman Brothers, and Devo. Formed in 1990 by Southwestern University alumni Kevin McKinney (guitar, lead vocals, and the band's principal songwriter), Bill Cassis (lead guitar) and Brian Walsh (bass), Soulhat's career began in Austin's vibrant live music scene.