USA Health’s fifth annual Doc Rock returns Jan. 29, 2026, at Soul Kitchen in downtown Mobile. All proceeds from this battle-of-the-bands event will support research and critical clinical needs at USA Health. The doors will open at 6:30 p.m., and the show starts at 7 p.m.
Many local bands with an affiliation to USA Health submitted an application in hopes to perform at Doc Rock next month. After much deliberation, the selection committee recently announced the final five bands: Eklektik Experience, No Complications, Sixth Sense, Sloth Racer and Society Hill.
“Doc Rock is one of my favorite events of the year,” said Natalie Fox, CEO of USA Health. “The energy in the room is unmatched with wall-to-wall smiles, great music, and a night full of fun that rallies support for our health system, our employees, and the patients we serve.”
Early voting is now open, giving supporters the chance to help their favorite band earn one of several awards. Every vote also contributes to the band’s fundraising total, directly supporting its chosen USA Health entity. The awards include Crowd Favorite Award (audience’s favorite band), $2,000; Technical Award (band chosen by the judges), $3,000; Fan-atic Award (largest number of donors), $4,000; and Rock the Mission Award (highest fundraising band), $5,000.
Proceeds from sponsorships, ticket sales and voting donations will directly support the research and clinical priorities identified by each participating band. Since its launch in 2022, Doc Rock has raised nearly $200,000 to advance essential research and clinical care at USA Health. The event’s impact was honored in early 2025, when it was named Business Alabama’s Philanthropic Project of the Year and featured in the publication.
Meet the bands
Eklektik Experience
Supporting: USA Health Children’s & Women’s Hospital
Band Members: Herbert Conaway (IT Technical Specialist at USA Health Providence), Donald William, David Woods, Jimmy Williams, Moses El, Larry Moore, Felicia Moore, Ashley Lewis, Ida Finklea and Terrell Warren
Eklektik Experience was founded with one goal: to be the band of choice for any occasion. With seasoned musicians and more than 30 years of combined experience, their setlist spans funk, jazz, Motown, R&B, neo-soul, country and Top 40 favorites.
No Complications
Supporting: USA Health Emergency Medicine
Band Members: Ethan Bertagnolli (USA Health University Hospital ER Nurse), Roman Scardina, Sam Herport and Garrett Warman
Formed in 2021, No Complications is a local indie-alternative rock band known for electrifying performances. Their authentic sound and heartfelt songwriting have helped them carve out a strong presence in the indie music scene.
Sixth Sense
Supporting: USA Health Mitchell Cancer Institute
Band Members: Israel Valenzuela, Maddison Hill, Charity Yarbrough, Wesley Yarbrough, Cade Meyers and Cya Edwards (all medical students at the Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine)
Sixth Sense began as a trio at a Whiddon College of Medicine talent show before expanding to broaden their sound. They now perform multi-genre covers ranging from alternative and pop to jazz, R&B, indie and rock. For these future physicians, music is a creative outlet that brings balance and connection, where artistry and compassion intersect.
Sloth Racer
Supporting: Pediatric ICU at USA Health Children's & Women's Hospital
Band Members: Mark Roberts (spouse of USA Chief Financial Officer Kristen Roberts), Franklin Pratt, John Rocker and Reed Gilmore
Sloth Racer has been performing together since 2017, bringing an upbeat, high-energy style to every show. They’re known for crowd-pleasing covers spanning hits from the ’90s to today.
Society Hill
Supporting: USA Health University Hospital’s Project Inspire
Band Members: Ashley Williams Hogue, M.D. (Trauma Surgeon, University Hospital; Director of USA Health Center for Healthy Communities), Antwan Hogue, M.D. (Senior Hospitalist; Medical Director at the Johnson Haynes Jr. Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center), Daphney Portis (Project Inspire Program Coordinator), Ralph Edwards (USA Health Informatics Specialist) and Jada Gardner (USA Health Director of Staff Development)
Established in 2024, Society Hill brings fun, engaging energy to the stage with R&B and pop covers. United by a shared passion for music and healing, the group performs to inspire positive change and support their community.
Purchase tickets, become a sponsor, and cast early votes at usahealthsystem.com/docrock.
