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WBUR's 14 albums by New England musicians to listen to this summer

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WBUR's 14 albums by New England musicians to listen to this summer

The Gravel Project, 'Find What You Need'
June 13

With his bluesy electric guitar playing and blue-eyed soulful vocals, Andrew Gravel and his band have found plenty of fans in the local jam and roots rock worlds and drawn favorable comparisons to another group with Boston ties: the Tedeschi Trucks Band. Unlike a lot of their peers, the members of The Gravel Project have figured out how to bring the electricity of their live shows into the studio with a clean recording that echoes the best of their classic rock influences. Gravel digs deep to bring out these 10 musical stories that explore the complexities of relationships, with especially inspired playing from organist Jordan Gravel and master percussionist Eugie Castrillo.

The Gravel Project will celebrate the release June 14 at the Lizard Lounge in Cambridge.

New album, "Find What You Need" coming 6/13/25. Pre-order now!

New album, "Find What You Need" coming 6/13/25. Pre-order now!

Our new album, “Find What You Need” is slated for worldwide release 6/13/25 and is now available to pre-order! Buy the album on Bandcamp or Amazon and get your copy today on Vinyl, CD or Digital formats.

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

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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.

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The Gravel Project Reminds Us to Appreciate Each Other With Their New Single, 'Love the Life'

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The Gravel Project Reminds Us to Appreciate Each Other With Their New Single, 'Love the Life'

“Love the Life” video premiered worldwide on Music-News.com.

The song celebrates the life two people have built together, reminding them of all the reasons it’s worth fighting for.”

— Andrew Gravel

BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Independent record label, Gravel Rocks Records, announces the release of The Gravel Project’s newest single, “Love the Life”.

The Gravel Project is a Modern Blues/Rock band based in Boston, MA and is the brainchild of Andrew Gravel, who is the lead singer, guitar player, and songwriter. With Andrew as the founding member, The Gravel Project has long showcased some of Boston's most talented musicians, both in the studio and on stage.

“Love the Life” is the first single off the new forthcoming album called “Find What You Need” that is slated to be released on June 13, 2025. “The song celebrates the life two people have built together, reminding them of all the reasons it’s worth fighting for,” says Gravel. The track features lead vocals by Andrew, joined by R & B/Soul artist, Jen Kearney. “I take the first verse, Jen takes the second, and together, we bring both sides of the relationship to life - two voices, one shared desire to reconnect.”

Both “Love the Life” and the upcoming album were recorded at Power Station New England (a replica of the legendary New York City Power Station/Avatar Studios) with Grammy-winning producers John Paterno (Gov’t Mule, Bonnie Raitt, Robben Ford) and Greg Ogan (Rihanna, Bruno Mars, Kelly Clarkson). “John Paterno and Greg Ogan challenged us with fresh ideas and innovative recording techniques that pushed our boundaries,” Andrew remarks. The new album also features Andrew’s brother Jordan Gravel on Hammond organ and keyboards, Dave Fox on drums, Eguie Castrillo on percussion, and Jesse Williams on bass.

The Gravel Project was established in 2010 and has 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 over a year and their past releases were played on AAA radio stations across the country.

The video for “Love the Life” is now available on YouTube and recently premiered worldwide onMusic-News.com on Friday, April 7, 2025.

“Love the Life” is currently available on all major streaming services includingSpotify,Apple Music, Tidal, andAmazon Music. The band performs regularly in the USA's Northeast region. To find out more about The Gravel Project and the upcoming shows, you can visit their website athttps://www.thegravelproject.com.

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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)

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!