The Revivalists is one of the hottest touring bands right now, selling out venues across every city in their national tour. While not on the road with the band, some members like to keep busy with their own musical configurations. Such is the case for bassist George Gekas who will host a residency at New Orleans’ own Maple Leaf every Wednesday for the rest of December. With the holidays near, the weekly showcases will feature several bands that members of The Revivalists have formed with their NOLA-based musical friends and family that only have a chance to play a few times per year.
Starting next week on December 14, Gekas will host fellow Revivalist member Ed Williams and his band RumpleSTEELskin for his annual Birthday Bash celebration. Expect funk, rock, and a reason to dance with the pedal steel guitar player and his band featuring keyboardist Michael Girardot (The Revivalists) and drummer David Shirley (The Cardinal Sons).
The following week, on December 21st, Gekas will welcome saxophonist Rob Ingraham (another Revivalist) for their own Space & Harmony project, along with Naughty Professor guitarist Wild Bill Daniel and drummer Sam Shahin. Yes, please and thank you.
The ultimate throwdown will take place on December 28th, when George Gekas presents the Jam of Fools, featuring Wild Bill Daniel, David Shirley, and Isaac Howard Eady.
It doesn’t get any more “All In The Family” than this, as members of The Revivalists are known to play with one another all the time outside of their band’s extensive tour schedules. If the past is any indication, expect some big surprises from George Gekas and his month-long residency at the Maple Leaf. For tickets and information, head to the venue’s website.