Re: Galactic in L.A. Weekly
Mark Turner (mturner@netcom.com)
Thu, 15 Aug 1996 09:09:53 -0700 (PDT)
> Galactic, a wet-behind-the-ears group of
> youngsters, have erupted with a deep-grooving brand of muscular,
> economic, syncopated soul-funk that hits the ear with almost bewildering
> impact. Well aware of their town's daunting precedents (by which they'll
> invariably be judged), Galactic manages to deliver the heat, rhythm and
> style with good grace, a twist of historic influence, and that most
> essential of elements: the try-for-further sense of exploration and
> adventure that has always characterized New Orleans' best bands.
I just caught the band's live show in San Jose last night, and
I'd say the kudos are well-deserved. Too bad about the venue,
though. Gordon Biersch is a brewpub/restaurant, and practically
all the tables were reserved for diners, with hardly any room
left for standing and/or dancing. Undaunted by this, Galactic
proceeded to funk the house for three smokin' sets. Good job!
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Mark Turner
mturner@netcom.com