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The Gravel Project - Singles Review and Interview

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The Gravel Project - Singles Review and Interview

The Gravel Project is an outstanding Boston ensemble that delivers some rocking blues and funk. The band is the brainchild of guitarist, composer, and singer Andrew Gravel and brother, Hammond B3 organist and composer, Jordan Gravel. The current lineup includes Dave Fox on drums and Brandon Mayes on percussion and vocals. The Gravel Project released their second full length album, Wishful Thinking, in 2017 and a ferocious live recording, Live at Village Fest, in 2018.

Recently, The Gravel Project have released several singles in anticipation of a new album release in 2021. The first single released earlier this year was the latin infused funky “Facts and Fiction”. Andrew’s vocals are spot on and Jordan’s keyboards are powerful and compelling. The driving guitar solo is pure electric dynamite. The entire tune has a commanding cadence that flows like a speeding freight train. The lyrics are very poignant. They channel the media, political discontent and divisive misinformation that is currently the norm.

The Gravel Project ‘s newest single, “Big Deep Blue”, is a bluesy romp with an intoxicating beat. Andrews’s vocals are again perfectly matched to the essence of the song. The musicianship is exceptional with waves of soulful rhythms cascading through the air. The funky guitar and dynamic rippling keyboards are definitely highlights. Fox’s drums and Mayes’ percussion drop a solid backbeat. Love lost takes center stage but heartache has never sounded so good.

If these two songs are any indication of The Gravel Project‘s new record, they’re going to hit a home run.

Andrew Gravel was kind enough to answer a few questions about the band. (Click link to read full article)

March 6th at The Porch, Medford, MA!

March 6th at The Porch, Medford, MA!

We’ll be making our debut performance at The Porch in Medford, MA on Friday March 6th, double billing with Nate Wilson and Friends (Ghosts of Jupiter). We’re pumped for this show and hope you’ll come out to this killer new Boston venue for the show. Southern food and cocktails are awesome at The Porch and we’d recommend eating there too. Music starts at 8:30pm. Buy your tickets in advance!

Opening for Tedeschi Trucks Band this Saturday!

We’re beyond excited to be playing the opening set for Tedeschi Trucks Band and the Wheels of Soul Tour this Saturday 7/13 at Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion in Gilford, NH! We’ll be kicking the night off on the Magic Hat Stage and playing from 5pm-7pm! Make sure to get there early and check out our set if you’re going to the show!

AERONAUT Allston show - Wednesday June 5th!

We’re super psyched to be playing at the AERONAUT Allston Beer Garden Wednesday June 5 from 7pm - 8:30. AERONAUT Allston is a summertime musical beer garden series hosted by Aeronaut Brewing Company at Zone 3’s hub of activity, 267 Western Ave, in Allston. The show will also feature the best local food trucks, and great beer, and is is open to the public, including kids and dogs! Bring your friends, your neighbors, your kids, and your dog!

Boston show 4/26 at The Burren with The Sonya Rae Taylor Band!

We’re super psyched for our upcoming show at The Burren Backroom in Davis Square, Somerville. This is a special EARLY show with 6pm doors, 7pm show. Grab your tickets in advance and come on out to hear a great night of music split between The Gravel Project and The Sonya Rae Taylor Band!

Live Album release show at The Burren Backroom Series - November 11th!

We’re super psyched to be playing at The Burren in Davis Square, Somerville on 11/11, as we release our brand new live album, “Live at Village Fest!” This will be an early show, doors at 7pm, and we’ll be co-billing with Josie Lowder.

Tickets are available now right here

The show is all ages, so bring the whole family and don’t miss this one!

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Sound of Boston album review

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Sound of Boston album review

"The Gravel Project’s new record, Wishful Thinking, supersedes the jam-band persona by melding gritty guitar riffs and improvisational jazz methods.”

"... a vibe present in the sounds of Tedeschi Trucks Band, perfect for an outdoor festival.”

– Colin Kirkland, Sound of Boston

Cruising with The Gravel Project!

Cruising with The Gravel Project!

Thursday, August 10th is our annual summer music cruise with Mahi Cruises in Salem, MA! We'll be playing on the Hannah Glover boat from 7:30 - 9:30 as we cruise throughout Salem, Marblehead, and Beverly coastlines and harbors. The boat features a full bar and can accommodate up to 150 people. Join us out on the water on August 10th!

 

Winter dates 2017

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We're looking forward to the next few months, as we return to many ski resorts to play a busy schedule of apres ski gigs! Be sure to keep an eye on our schedule if you're heading north this winter. We'll be a full band on most of the dates on this poster, but a few of the gigs will be Andrew Gravel solo, so check the TOUR section of the website for details, times, etc.