Simply put... Amazing... Great show - great new album... the venue was descent... no real place to sit at all while you see the show, but still a descent enough venue i suppose...
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Galactic in Concert
New Orleans collective Galactic has long been a musical powerhouse in their hometown, but they’ve had just as much fun spreading their vibrant, Big Easy–inspired sound to nearly every corner of the country and beyond. The jazz-funk giants exhibit a jam-band–like charm on stage, weaving traditional and modern sounds into songs fit for lazy days in the sun and spirited nights at intimate clubs. Over the years, they’ve been regulars at New Orleans’ beloved music venue Tipitina’s, toured the US multiple times, and made frequent appearances at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, High Sierra Music Festival, and various other jazz and rock events around North America and Europe. When performing in New Orleans, Galactic like to invite a guest or two on stage, including fellow hometown heroes like The Neville Brothers, Dirty Dozen Brass Band and the Soul Rebels Brass Band. On the road, they’ve shared the stage with artists like Jack Johnson, The Roots, Counting Crows, Juvenile, B.B. King, and other notable performers in rock, rap, roots and reggae. Wherever they are, expect a whole lot of soul, sass and brass — and plenty of Mardi Gras merriment.
About Galactic
Galactic’s bold fusion of funk, R&B, jazz, rock, hip-hop and electronic music is irresistible. Drawing from the time-honored traditions of New Orleans’ brass bands, funk pioneers and blues superstars, the group formed in 1994 when childhood friends guitarist Jeff Raines and bassist Robert Mercurio joined drummer Stanton Moore, saxophonist/producer Ben Ellman, organist Rich Vogel and vocalist Theryl DeClouet. Their debut album, 1996’s Coolin’ Off, showcased Galactic’s deep love for New Orleans and its rich jazz heritage. With album number two, 1998’s Crazyhorse Mongoose, they landed on Billboard’s Top Contemporary Jazz Albums chart. Moving into the 21st century, Galactic began experimenting more with their sound, bringing in notable hip-hop producer Dan the Automator on 2003’s Ruckus, collaborating with alternative rap stars like Lyrics Born and Boots Riley on 2007’s From the Corner to the Block, working alongside New Orleans musicians such as Allen Toussaint and Trombone Shorty on 2010’s Ya-Ka-May, incorporating Brazilian dance beats on 2012’s Carnivale Electricos, and inviting veteran vocalists like Macy Gray and Mavis Staples to sing on 2015’s Into the Deep. Since, Galactic has continued to keep themselves — and their fans — on their toes with new sounds, new guests and new ways to keep New Orleans’ celebrated spirit alive.
Rating: 5 out of 5by Judzon on 2/8/10Terminal 5 - New York Rating: 5 out of 5 Best funk band on the planet
by HairJordan on 2/6/10Terminal 5 - New YorkThe new album is great and the show stood up to it. Great energy, great new songs -- great to hear Cyrill Neville singing with them.
Rating: 5 out of 5by Anonymous on 2/6/10Terminal 5 - New York incredible show. great live band, would definitely see again
Rating: 5 out of 5 Galactic is always awesome
by Momusing on 2/6/10Terminal 5 - New YorkUnbelievable show, venue was a little too jammed but the energy in the room was great.
Rating: 2 out of 5by Anonymous on 2/6/10Terminal 5 - New York I have seen much better shows from galactic. Kind of a let down. I ended up leaving early.
Rating: 5 out of 5by bigfro on 2/6/10Terminal 5 - New York THEY KICK ASS! TEA LEAF GREEN ARE AWESOME. YOUR MAMA!
Rating: 4 out of 5 Incredible music - fans not so much
by HammyFloridaGirl on 1/14/10Revolution Live - Ft LauderdaleHad an awesome time. JJ Grey and Mofro rocked as openers - gotta love their sax player and bass guitarist! Although I've never heard a whole lot of Galactic, they had some incredible musicians, especially the guest trombone player! However, the fans seemed to be less than polite to say the least. Talking the ENTIRE TIME so you couldn't hear the bands play. There was hardly any moving or dancing in the pit. And if one more person tried to con me out of my place for a better view,..... Even heard there was a men's room discussion about how terribly rude the fans were!
Rating: 5 out of 5by rdoubler on 1/11/10Revolution Live - Ft Lauderdale Welcome to New Orleans, home of the hills. And if you're from out of town...welcome to the third ward.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Galactic rocked it all out!
by kdubb12 on 1/11/10Revolution Live - Ft LauderdaleHands down best show I've seen in years. Fun, funky, fresh, ALIVE. Galactic shows they truly appreciate the crowd...they have a good time right along with you. JJ Grey/Mofro opened and they were awesome too!
Rating: 4 out of 5 Galactic In Columbus - WOW !!!
by lovethemGretsch on 10/30/09Newport Music Hall - ColumbusWasn't sure what to expect when we decided to see Galactic because this line-up sounded 'sorta hiphoppish ... not to worry (anything Stanton is involved with can't be bad) - it was fantastic !! You gotta see Corey Henry striding through the crowd with his trombone flailing away, and people ducking the slide !! The energy level was through the roof, and never a dull moment. All the musicians were on their mark, and of course Stanton was layin' down the groove like a maniac !! - Great big buckets of Funk.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Wow
by Blackbird on 7/11/09Bonnaroo '04 and '05 - Tennessee somewhereI've seen enough live shows to know that I prefer the fusion jazz freestyle sound of the hippie concert to anything else. I went to Bonnaroo '04, not knowing what to expect 5 years ago and was completely amazed. By the bands I knew I'd enjoy: The Dead, Bob Dylan, Dave Matthews; and even more so by this amazing fusion jazz sound from Medeski Martin and Wood and Galactic. I went back in '05, determined to listen through the entire show for Galactic and my mind was blown. Honestly, their album is lacking, but live, I can say there is not a better performing band that I've seen. Or that has even come close. The way in which they control the intensity of the music to a degree that manipulates the crowd is incredible. It makes you almost beg for the imminent climax of each perfectly timed song. Five Stars.