It’s been another fantastic summer at Red Rocks Amphitheatre and a Thursday evening Funk party was next in line with Galactic, Boombox and The Pimps of Joytime. The night showcased a trio of seriously soulful artists who bring diverse talents to the stage. The mood in the park was carefree as the evening alpenglow descended across the venue.
Stanton Moore is a busy man. When we caught up with him just before the blissful insanity that is the New Orleans Jazz Fest, he was preparing for thirty gigs in eleven days. But there will be no rest for Mr. Moore even as Jazz Fest has now come to a close. The tireless drummer will be hitting the road with a new super group dubbed The M&Ms and they will be stopping in Denver for two shows at Cervantes’ this weekend!
Galactic was the main attraction last Saturday at The Ogden, but opener Monophonics drew a hell of crowd and won over a legion of new fans. Once feet started moving they didn’t stop as these two powerhouse bands hit us with a one-two punch that made our legs quiver, and our ears ring. We were floored by the Funk, swept away by the Soul, and ravaged by the Rock…but we stood firm as the full force gale stormed from the stage.
Galactic was formed eighteen years ago in New Orleans, and they cut their teeth playing the biggest party in America: Mardi Gras. If you’ve never been to Mardi Gras this is about as close as you can get without actually going to The Big Easy, and this Saturday GALACTIC will be joined by San Francisco Funk masters Monophonics. So whether you love Funk, New Orleans, the San Francisco sound, or the whole pot of gumbo, this is a must see show!