The Word will be gracing the home court of the New York Knicks for a halftime show on opening night at MSG. This energetic gospel jam-band includes pedal steel guitarist Robert Randolph, keyboardist John Medeski (Medeski, Martin, and Wood), and The North Mississippi All Stars: Luther Dickinson (guitar), Cody Dickinson (drums, electric washboard), and Chris Chew (bass). Originally a band in 2000, the group re-joined forces recently and have been touring the country in support of their new album, Soul Food.

Stream The Word’s First New Album In 14 Years, Ft. Robert Randolph, Medeski and the North Miss Allstars

This afternoon, they posted a picture on Facebook of how they prepare for Game Day:

“The guys discuss their set for the New York Knicks opening night halftime show at Madison Square Garden!”