Last month, the late Galactic co-founder and former vocalist, Theryl “The Houseman” Declouet, passed away at the age of 66. The singer had long faced medical issues, forcing him to quit the band in 2004 given Galactic’s heavy touring schedule. The Houseman met bandmates Robert Mercurio and Jeff Raines in 1990 before the duo had started Galactic. The trio’s longstanding friendship continued throughout Galactic’s early career, with DeClouet serving as the band’s primary vocalist.
Galactic has released a new single featuring the late Theryln Delcouet on vocals, “Can’t You Believe”. In a statement the band released, they have decided to release the recording of the song they have been working on together this past year. The song features background vocals from Ivan Neville and Erica Falls, Shamarr Allen on trumpet, and Cory Henry on trombone.
All proceeds from the song will be going directly to Houseman’s New Orleans Musicians Clinic to help his family with the medical and funeral expenses accrued during his passing. You can show your support for The Houseman and his family here.
Galactic’s new single is available for download via this link, and can be previewed below.