May is a month of mental health awareness, this is quite a personal topic but is also one that has played an important role in Sian Gentle’s journey through life thus far, this inspired Sian to create her campaign supporting and raising awareness on mental and suicide.
Starting the month with her Charity Fundraising event “A Night Of Variety” raising funds for Maytree Charity, a sanctuary for the suicidal and now ending the month with her 2nd release taken from the long awaited début EP “2 Sides 1 Story” out 2015 “For You” is Part 1 to a 2 Part on-line short film series, written and directed by Ms Sian Gentle.
The message behind the lyrics and visuals is that anyone at any stage of their life can potentially go through or witness a similar situation to the one portrayed, no one should have to suffer in silence there is help and support services available! and for any one over 18 based in the UK dealing with suicidal thoughts or feelings, Maytree offer an amazing support service, please visit www.maytree.org.uk for further details.
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The alternative rock/ jam band, The Revivalists, got their totally-relatable start in New Orleans, Louisiana not long ago in 2007. Guitarist Zach Feinberg and drummer Andrew Campanelli already knew each other prior forming The Revivalists as we know them. They were no strangers to jamming out and performing. At this point, though, the band was not quite complete. While the creative soundings of their guitar and drums were enough to make a crowd swoon, the duo did not stop there. It was actually by chance that, while headed out from campus, Zach came across David Shaw – the guy who would become one of the band’s guitarists.
Zach, instead of going his regular bike route, took an alternative route to where he was going, and heard the dulcet vocals and melodious strummings of David Shaw, singing his original “Purple Heart,” (which managed to land on their second album Vital Signs, released in 2010). Zach approached David while he was mid-tune. Like anyone else, David was really taken back a bit, until Zach urged him to keep playing and singing, as he wanted to hear the rest of the song. Zach wasted no time inviting David to his house later that day – of course hashing over music. Passion and masterminding gave these three guys a little more than a week before it led them to naming themselves just before their first show together at Tipitina’s.
The large band now also includes the extravagant talents of Ed Williams on his pedal steel guitar, Rob Ingraham on the sax, George Gekas on bass, and Michael Girardot double-timing on the keyboard and trumpet. This amalgam of instruments definitely leaves unforgettable marks on the band’s audience, and much more is to come.
The Rebirth Brass Band was the first band to take the Revivalists on the road with them, and helped them along the way as their own little fledgling. It was not long after that the band realized they had become recognized in their own community as musicians – a warm and welcoming feeling, and a real dream come true.
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Meet The Band
Without further delay, meet The Revivalists:
Zach was a student in New Orleans when he helped to form the band. Some of his inspiration comes from Bob Dylan, B.B King, Bruce Springsteen, and Bob Marley, among many others. Around the young age of around 8, Zach had an affinity to blues music and began playing the guitar. Today, his arsenal consists of a few Fenders, a Marin acoustic, and a blazing array of effects pedals that can be heard throughout the band’s compositions.
Michael Girardot joined the revivalists in 2011. Despite this, he was still no stranger to the stage or to rock. Since 2004 he has been part of the New Orleans rock scene. Multitalented, Michael is capable of singing, writing songs, and playing the keyboard and the trumpet, and has definitely made himself an asset to The Revivalists. He also founded the New Orleans indie Rock Collective and Foburg Festival, so that fellow musicians like himself can get the exposure they need.
David Shaw, native to Ohio, has his little arsenal of Fenders and renowned Gibsons as he plays the role of lyricist and rhythm guitarist. His blending of indie Soul and folk with the principles of rock and roll is a definite plus in the band’s successes.
Ed Williams also has a long history of being in music – since he was just a young child. He was introduced to the guitar later, however, and the steel guitar even later. He loved the sound of it, and it became his thing. When Ed felt the lessons getting stale, he began to emulate those whom he admired.
Rob Ingraham played various instruments throughout his childhood, and it was at age 12 that he picked up the saxophone. Grade 6 through college, Rob spent his time playing the sax and studying jazz as much as possible. The professors at Tulane – the college he attended – proved to be of real benefit to him, as he learned much. He now rocks out with his Sax Gourmet Super 400 Tenor.
Native to Virginia, Andrew Campanelli started as a young musician also. He touched the instrument that would become his career at age 11 – the drums. AS time passed, working in the kitchen of the State Theatre (a music venue near where he lived) he came to appreciate the at the music in New Orleans was special, and decided to get involved with it a little more (by a little, we mean a lot!) Andrew moved to New Orleans to attend Loyola University, and to be as close as possible to the music he had come to love.
George Gekas lived in Connecticut before coming to New Orleans. It was in Connecticut that he owned his first bass. George attributes his stylings to the man who gave his bass lessons to him when he was just 13 years old. George ended up in New Orleans when he received an academic scholarship to attend Loyola.
What They Have Done
Things are consistently looking up for the band, and they’re moving full speed ahead. When their most recent album, Men Amongst Mountains (2015) debuted, it ranked number 2 on Billboard Alternative Albums, and top 10 in iTunes’ Alternative Albums chart. No matter what move the band makes, their fans are with them 100%, and that really encourages The Revivalists to keep going as they are. They are a unique bunch with a unique sound – people are really loving that and their down-to-earth ‘this is who we are and this is what we do’ approach to their music. So that is what they do, and it’s taking the band to places they would have only dreamed of.
The Revivalists are best known for Wish I Knew You, Soulfight, It Was a Sin, and Keep Going. Throughout their albums, they show a wide array of emotions and stylings – acoustics and croonings to danceable rock-outs, there are a few tracks for everyone. Each member gets put his own fingerprint in each song in one way or another, whether Zach is tapping out some blue licks, Rob and Michael gusting away some horns to wax a sultry mood, or Ed’s strumming some major steel. They leave no doubt as to the direction and emotion of each song.
What’s Coming
As of June 21, The Revivalists have made an official announcement of their “Strangers in the Bright Lights” Fall 2016 tour, where they will be bouncing between Alabama, Ohio, and Massachusetts, and many points in between starting September 7th. Pre-sale is still in progress and upgraded tickets have the options of including “Men Amongst Mountains” vinyl package, or meet and greet plus a signed vinyl. The official site makes it clear that these offers are limited. Just in case you can’t wait until the fall touring begins, they have dates clear through the summer until that time comes.
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Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats is a band that is headed on the highway to success. The self-titled debut album released by Stax Records on August 21, 2015 was received positively by music critics. The seven piece is attracting a large audience since the release of its album. The universality of their appeal is based on the passionate music created by the band. The album reflects songs which are inspired by iconic songwriters like Otis Redding, Chuck Berry and Van Morrison.
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History
Nathaniel Rateliff grew up in Missouri. He learned to play drums when he was seven and he taught himself guitar in his teenage years. He began missionary work at the age of eighteen and gradually developed as a musician by trying out different sounds and genres. Rateliff had moved to Denver in the hopes of realizing his dreams of making it big as a songwriter and performer. He had his parents’ record collection which seems to have inspired him. He created modern music, somewhere in his creations, hints of his parents’ collection were hidden.
Similar influences can be found in the debut album of Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats as well. Nathaniel has a strong voice which works perfectly for their debut album. Nathaniel had established himself in the realms of music with his 2010 release – In Memory of Loss released by Rounder Records. He played in rock and roll bands and some of his independent releases have been poignant and pensive songs.
The Stax release has been a complete overhaul of his personality. The album is a house-rocking affair which draws heavily on R&B, rock and roll and soul. While Reteliff’s songs have always had intense emotions, the vocals of the album have made his fans applaud the display of emotions.
Essential Tracks
With just one release, Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats have produced some great songs in their self-titled album. The album’s opening song – I Never Get Old is a feet-stomping, horn-driven affair. The message is simple, the song reminds you to live and never look back.
I’ve Been Falling with the upright piano and handclaps is a song that delves deep into vintage Morrison. Trying So Hard Not To Know attempts to revitalize the historic Stax ethos and I’d Be Waiting For is a beautiful love song with hints of jazz. The absolutely lovely, Wasting Time, is another soulful track.
S.O.B is another song which has been loved by fans. The song goes from wordless, hummed vocals accompanied by handclaps to a full-throated roar.
Why will they be big stars?
Rateliff’s world-weary tenor and his deeply expressive lyrics place him at a whole new level when we think of revivalists.
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The band promises vintage music in a conventional garb. The perfect blend of instruments to create music that touches the soul makes this band one of the best upcoming bands. The passion with which the seven piece creates music makes them stars of the future.
In an era where going digital has turned music into electronic beats and three worded lyrics, this album is a breath of fresh air. The feeling of nostalgia created by the songs shows the potential of the artists to be great stars.
Band Members
Nathaniel Rateliff is the primary artist and the composer. He heads the band and is the man behind the thought provoking lyrics. Joseph Pope III creates the awesome guitar notes. Patrick Meese is on the drums while other band members are Luke Mossman, Mark Shusterman (keyboards), Wesley Watkins and Andy Wild. The team has been able to prove their mettle with their first album. Fans have been left wanting for more and expectations rise as fans await their next album. Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats are bound to leave the world foot stomping to their music. The way the band creates music, we have no doubt that the innovative music band will be attracting more and more fans following its future releases.
Last Impressions
Admiration for Nathaniel Rateliff stemmed from his mellow song writing skills which were showcased in his solo pursuits, but putting together the band and bringing music which reminds us of the old songs and yet has an ultra-modern touch to it has been a plausible thing. The band is a welcome change from the usual music that we have been listening to. With hints of nostalgia this forward-thinking Americana music band is at its absolute finest. This band has the potential to take over the world with its amazing music and lyrics.
