The Revivalists are an American

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band formed in

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, in 2007. The eight-piece band consists of Ed Williams (pedal steel guitar, guitar), David Shaw (lead vocals), Zack Feinberg (guitar), Rob Ingraham (saxophone), George Gekas (bass guitar), Andrew Campanelli (drums and percussion), Michael Girardot (keyboards and trumpet), and Paulet "PJ" Howard (drums and percussion). After The Revivalists released their album, ''Men Amongst Mountains'', on July 17, 2015, they were named by ''

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'' magazine as one of "10 Bands You Need to Know". In September 2016, their song "

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" reached No. 1 on the ''Billboard''

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chart, and in May 2017, the song reached No. 1 on the

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chart. On September 11, the single was certified platinum by the

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. A 2018 single, "All My Friends," from their album, ''Take Good Care'', went to No.1 at Adult Alternative radio.

History

Early history

The Revivalists began when guitarist Zack Feinberg met vocalist/lyricist David Shaw as a young man riding his bike on a different route from usual, and rode past Shaw, recently transplanted from

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. Feinberg grew up outside

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and has immersed himself in the

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and

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scenes. The two struck up a conversation and got together to play music. The duo began playing with Andrew Campanelli, a drummer Feinberg had met at

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''The Revivalists'' EP, ''Vital Signs''

The Revivalists released their first few records independently. This included the self-titled EP on May 15, 2008, which was named one of the best albums of 2008 by

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New Orleans DJ Sherwood Collins. Their debut album, ''Vital Signs'', came out on March 3, 2010, and was produced by engineer Chris Finney. The New Orleans ''Times Picayune'' said the music had "irresistible hooks, melodies and arrangements." The band spent the time between the release of the EP and after the release of ''Vital Signs'' touring the US.

''City of Sound''

The Revivalists' second album, ''City of Sound'' was self-released in 2012 and re-released on March 4, 2014, by

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, with a second disc containing over an hour of live tracks. On ''City of Sound'', the band expanded their sound toward folk, pop, and soul. Singles from this album included "Criminal", "Upright", and "Navigate Below", and it was produced by

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saxophonist Ben Ellman. In June 2013, The Revivalists appeared at New York City's Governors Ball, among other festivals.

''Men Amongst Mountains''

The Revivalists' third album, ''Men Amongst Mountains'', also produced by Ben Ellman of Galactic was released on July 17, 2015. In March 2016, the band was picked as

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's Artist of the Month on

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'' show hosted by

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and

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and broadcast nationally performing their single "

". The single, "Wish I Knew You" went to #1 on ''Billboards Adult Alternative and Alternative radio charts, and remained on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 for nine weeks. The song was certified platinum by the

, and ''

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'' magazine called it: "one of the best and catchiest radio singles of the year". The Revivalists made performances on ''

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'', ''

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'', and ''Conan''. ''Rolling Stone'' touted them among “10 Artists You Need To Know,” and they received a ''Billboard'' Music Award nomination for Top Rock Song and as well as nominations for Alternative Rock Song of the Year and Best New Rock/Alternative Rock Artist at the

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Music Awards. ''Men Amongst Mountains'' received more than 2 million streams on

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, and ended up in the Top 5 of the ''

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'' Heatseekers chart. During this period, The Revivalists played New York City's Central Park SummerStage as well as

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, New Orleans Jazz Fest (opening for Dave Mathews), Outside Lands, KROQ Weenie Roast & Fiesta, and more. Two months after the death of

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, The Revivalists premiered their tribute to the late artist in the song they wrote called "Bowie" featuring a verse sung by saxophonist Ingraham. In late 2017, Paulet "PJ" Howard was added to the line-up on drums and percussion. The band has a partnership with NOLA Brewing Company for The Revivalists American Pale Ale. The artisanal beer debuted during the band's annual New Year's Eve residency at The Orpheum Theater in New Orleans and followed through their distribution center shortly after. A portion of the proceeds benefits The Roots of Music Foundation.

''Take Good Care''

In August 2018, "All My Friends" was released as the first single from The Revivalists' fourth studio album, ''Take Good Care'', and later went to No. 1 on the Adult Alternative radio chart at Billboard. The album, released November 9, 2018, is the band's first release with the indie label Loma Vista Recordings. For the first time, The Revivalists recorded and co-wrote with multiple producers and writers, enlisting the talents of Dave Cobb (

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), Andrew Dawson (

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, Sleigh Bells), and Dave Bassett (

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, Vance Joy) for sessions Nashville's

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Studio B. Additionally, it would be the first record with drummer/percussionist PJ Howard joining the band in the studio. The Revivalists continue to tour, with shows sometimes four hours at a time with a tour schedule that includes

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, Voodoo Music & Arts Experience, and Music Midtown.

Philanthropy

Over the years, The Revivalists have made efforts to raise money to help various causes. Feinberg, Gekas and Ingraham joined members of

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and Cardinal Sons as well as RumpelSTEELskin at The Howlin' Wolf in New Orleans for a show that contributed financial support to Emily's Entourage, a non-profit dedicated to finding a cure for

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. The group also worked with the Roots of Music, an after-school music and tutoring program for over 150 local children. One of the fundraisers included The Roots of Music presents Band Together, a concert with many of the kids and local bands including The Revivalists. The band also donated money from some of their own shows to the program. In the fall of 2019, The Revivalists established Rev Causes. Rev Causes is a fund that supports the essential work of organizations dedicated to reviving and investing in their communities, health, and our environment. By donating a portion of ticket sales, and through fan donations and a variety of fundraising efforts, Rev Causes aims to assist these organizations in building a better future. Organizations include The Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP), Everytown for Gun Safety, National Alliance on Mental Safety (NAMI), Songs for Kids Foundation, and Upturn Arts.

Discography

Studio albums

EPs

Singles

Music videos

Notes

Notable appearances

Jazz Fest

Red Rocks

In 2019 the band sold out

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and followed up with two shows in 2021.

No Regrets Tour (
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Opening Act for the Jacksonville, Florida show. Opening Act for the restart of The Stones No Regrets Tour at the Dome @ America's Center St Louis, MO

David Shaw's Big River Get Down

References

External links

Official website

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Wind-Up Records

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