Eric Gales @ Antone’s – Night 1 (pictures)
Anytime he steps in the building he leaves it all on stage!
Eric very eloquently explained that he appreciates how dynamic the show can be with a smaller crowd. He likened it to how different Jimi Hendrix shows could be..
“Jimi could be putting on a flashy show and doing *&^#$% with his guitar… or he could be standing as still as a statue but playing his @$$ off!”
He compliments the band perfectly by giving them space when needed and filling the gaps with his jazzy touch.
You would never be able to tell that he is new to the band so it will be incredible to watch how he grows further into the group.
His use of space really allows the band to play in the pockets and shapes the bands sound in a big way.
He is also an incredible vocalist with his spot-on falsetto harmonies.
Always in lock step with Eric and Nil, Nick does an incredible job of understanding where Eric wants to go and then leading the band there.
Perfectly in sync for 20 years and counting…
As the longest standing member of the band, it is very apparent that the chemistry between Eric Gales and bassist Nil Jones is flawless. Each can read the others next move without any communication needed. An absolutely essential characteristic in a band like this.
He mentioned how thankful he is to have this gig and how much he admires all the members of the band both as musicians and as human beings.