The Gravel Project Releases Their Latest Single, 'So Sad'

The Gravel Project's new album will be released on June 13, 2025

The song taps into those moments when you know you’ve messed up and hurt someone you love.”

— Andrew Gravel

BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Gravel Rocks Records is excited to announce the release of The Gravel Project’s second single of this year, “So Sad”.

“So Sad” is the second single off the upcoming album, “Find What You Need” which is scheduled to be released on June 13, 2025. The track moves with a funky, danceable rhythm, packed with bluesy guitar riffs and a chorus that sticks with you. Beneath the groove, "the song taps into those moments when you know you’ve messed up and hurt someone you love, when you’re stuck between guilt, hope, and a deep frustration for causing ongoing sorrow even though you’re doing everything you can to make things right,” explains Andrew Gravel, the band’s frontman and songwriter.

“The song taps into those moments when you know you’ve messed up and hurt someone you love.” -Andrew Gravel

Both “So Sad” and the upcoming album were recorded at Power Station New England, a world-class studio modeled after the iconic Power Station/Avatar Studios in New York City. The sessions were led by Grammy-winning producers John Paterno (Gov’t Mule, Bonnie Raitt, Robben Ford) and Greg Ogan (Rihanna, Bruno Mars, Kelly Clarkson).

The Gravel Project is a Modern Blues/Rock band based in Boston, MA, and is the creation of Andrew Gravel, the lead vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter. Since its inception, The Gravel Project has served as a platform for Andrew to collaborate with some of Boston’s most talented musicians, both in the studio and on stage. The band features Andrew’s brother, Jordan Gravel, on Hammond organ and keyboards, along with Dave Fox on drums, Eguie Castrillo on percussion, Jen Kearney on vocals and Jesse Williams on bass. The Gravel Project has previously released three albums including “Wishful Thinking” (2017), “Many Miles Ahead” (2022), and “Live at Wellspring Studios” (2023). The band won ‘Best Roots Rock Band of the Year’ in the 2023 New England Music Awards and their song, “Wishful Thinking” won ‘Song of the Year’ for AAA [Adult Album Alternative] Radio Station, WMWV 93.5 FM in Conway, NH. “No More Fire” was also added to Spotify’s Editorial playlist, ‘Modern Blues Rock’ for almost a year and their past releases were played on AAA radio stations across the country.

“So Sad” is currently available on all major streaming services including Spotify®, Apple Music, Tidal, Pandora, and Amazon Music. If you are in the Northeast USA, be sure to check the band’s calendar on their website to catch a show. To find out more about The Gravel Project and the upcoming shows, you can visit their website at https://www.thegravelproject.com.

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)