Win Tickets: Galactic, Cyrill Neville, Corey Henry @ Crystal Ballroom | ALL AGES, New Orleans Jazz, Funk
March 22, 2011 — PDXPIPELINEPipeline has a pair of tickets to see Galactic at the Crystal Ballroom on Saturday, March 26. To win, comment on this post why you would like to attend. Winner will be drawn and emailed on Friday, March 25.
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From our sponsors at Crystal Ballroom:
GALACTIC
With Special Guests:
Cyril Neville, Corey Henry (ReBirth Brass Band),
& John Brown’s Body
Saturday, March 26
8 p.m. doors | 9 p.m. show
$22 advance | $25 day of show
ALL AGES
McMenamins Crystal Ballroom
1332 W. Burnside St.
Tickets at the box office, Ticketmaster outlets and ticketmaster.com
www.mcmenamins.com
It’s shaping up to be a stellar year for celebrated New Orleans outfit Galactic. On February 9th the band released their groundbreaking new album Ya-Ka-May a visionary mix, intertwining New Orleans sounds from jazz to brass band to funk and far beyond. With this release, the five-man group comprised of drummer Stanton Moore, bassist Robert Mercurio, saxophonist/harmonica player Ben Ellman, keyboardist Richard Vogel, and guitarist Jeff Raines – reaffirms their status as the quintessential modern day New Orleans band and one of the funkiest outfits in the known universe.
Being immersed in all the various New Orleans music scenes, Galactic are in a unique position to bring them all together. On Ya-Ka-May, they have powerfully connected these genres, illuminating how they are all part of one distinct musical continuum. The album features established legends such as the Rebirth Brass Band, Irma Thomas, Big Chief Bo Dollis, Allen Toussaint, Trombone Shorty and Corey Henry, John Boutt, Josh Cohen and Scully, Glen David Andrews, and Walter “Wolfman” Washington alongside groundbreaking new “Bounce” artists like Cheeky Blakk, Big Freedia, Katey Red, and Sissy Nobby. The end result is New Orleans like it’s meant to be heard, and pure Galactic.
John Brown’s Body‘s live show has the kind of organic, body-rocking sound that’s only possible with an 8-piece band where air-tight drum and bass, a three piece horn section, and “the most gorgeous melodies in all of modern reggae music” [All Music Guide] meet a dubbed-out sound engineer. Where will JBB head next? The near future includes first ever tours of the UK and New Zealand, as well as initial work on the follow up to their album Amplify. What direction will the music take? Who knows, but whatever it is, it is sure to push boundaries.
March 22, 2011 at 14:06
Would like to attend because it sounds like a ton of fun and I could use some fun in my life. Thanks!
March 22, 2011 at 14:08
I should win because it’s my anniversary with my girlfriend and I can’t afford to take us!!
March 22, 2011 at 14:58
Wow, just realize I’ve seen Galactic 12-15 times and never, ever seen them indoors. Guess they are accustomed to playing under tents or the stars. The bouncy floor is sure to get a work out that night, hope I get a chance to go if I win.
March 22, 2011 at 16:40
I would like to but can’t afford it at this time. I’ve been unemployed for 16 of the last 18 months and was just informed today that a company I want to return to will not have any work for the foreseeable future.
March 23, 2011 at 01:34
Sounds like great music. I would love to win tickets.
March 23, 2011 at 09:19
I would love to see Galactic. I have been unemployed for the last 18 months severely limiting my show going. I also learned yesterday that the company ready to re-hire me won’t be able to in the forseeable future. It would be fun to go shake out the negative energy with a great band like Galactic!
March 23, 2011 at 15:51
Southern funk on the left coast? Have to go!!
March 24, 2011 at 09:33
New Orleans music has more soul than anywhere else. Hook me up, por favor.
March 24, 2011 at 09:53
I’ve been listening to Galactic for about 8 years now and have never had an opportunity to see them live. Always in the wrong place at the wrong time. I’ve had quite a few friends tell me over the years that “I’ve got to see them live”. I definitely miss the House Man, his vocals and contributions to the band were amazing, however I’ve heard the shows with Cyril Neville have been incredible.
Bottom line, i think it’s time I get funkified with Galactic.
I’d love to have that opportunity
March 24, 2011 at 09:56
Oh, pick me! I love me some NoLA sound!
March 24, 2011 at 11:59
I’ve seen Galactic several years ago and really enjoyed their performance. The music is energetic and moveable. I would love to see their musical energy live again.
March 24, 2011 at 12:45
FUNK-AAYY! The kind of music you can’t help but move to. I love these guys and have never seen them in person. Tickets would be awesome!
March 24, 2011 at 14:07
Love Galactic, they are always great for gettin down!!
March 24, 2011 at 14:47
NO funk is not for the faint of heart.
But it’s for me.
I’m there.
March 24, 2011 at 15:21
I can’t think of a better way to spend a friend’s 40th b-day!!
March 24, 2011 at 15:38
Like I said — my boyfriend had a mental meltdown, again. After 4 years on/off he checked himself into a psych ward in order to escape. Now it”s time to move on. I gots to get my groove on with Galactic.
March 24, 2011 at 16:17
Hey pocky way, love that n’awlins sound.
March 24, 2011 at 16:26
It’s hip on their muthaship with Mr. Stanton Moore and the Funk.
March 24, 2011 at 16:26
Love Galatic, but I’ve never seen them live! Would love to get down on the dance floor with my man. It’s been ages since we’ve been out for some live music together – tickets would be the BEST!
March 24, 2011 at 16:30
The rain has put us in a funk so need some music to Jazz us up, we want tickets to hitch a Galactic ride :)
March 24, 2011 at 16:45
Half New Orleanian and it’s my birthday weekend! Please choose me!
March 24, 2011 at 16:48
Oh man oh man. I have been meaning to see Galactic for ages and now…could this be my opportunity? My bf is in town, so help us have a date to remember!
March 24, 2011 at 16:51
i’ve a friend who loves reggae and the dub, so throw me a pair so i repay him for being there for me all these months! (ok, he’s my neighbor and we’ve know each other since summer, but still, he’s a cool dude!)
March 24, 2011 at 16:54
want to get my grove on, these guys rock
March 24, 2011 at 17:06
i need some funk, and im starting to question if anyone ever wins these ticket giveaways
March 24, 2011 at 17:12
This sounds great, I would love to go!
March 24, 2011 at 17:15
I’ve got a pal who just missed his first Mardi Gras in 11 years, winning these tickets might help him fight withdrawel and get his dirty jones out!!
March 24, 2011 at 17:47
Thanks for the offer. I would love to see Galactic at the Crystal! Stanton Moore is my favorite drummer. I love the New Orleans funk jazz vibe!
March 24, 2011 at 18:26
Funk-a-licious! I wanna dance. Tickets would be AWSOME!
March 24, 2011 at 18:33
I wanna go because I haven’t seen Galactic in over a decade and I’m from New Orleans. I also have a new born and need to get out!!!
March 24, 2011 at 18:34
I LOVE Galactic & I’ve been seeing them since 1997
March 24, 2011 at 18:42
I love these guys!!!
March 24, 2011 at 19:12
They were great together at the Blues Fest last year. Would love to see a longer show. Plus JBB too!!
March 24, 2011 at 19:19
Love NoLa music
March 24, 2011 at 19:32
I’d love to see Galactic but…I cannot afford it, so unless I win, I won’t be going.
March 24, 2011 at 20:05
I became a fan of Galactic almost 10 years ago! I love their dirty funk sound and the voice of the singer. I want to see them live! I deserve the tickets!
March 24, 2011 at 20:29
ooh new orleans n portland. sig me up.
March 24, 2011 at 20:43
Funk…the best 4 letter word starting with “F”…well 2nd only to…..
March 24, 2011 at 22:20
I would like to go for a couple of reasons….first, JBB is one of my top fave bands, AAAAAAND…… I had tickets to see them in ’08 and couldn’t get there because of the ice storm. :( also, I have not seen Galactic since ’99 and am long overdue to rock funkadelic style with them. ;) MOST IMPORTANTLY….. I am a mama of three that NEVER gets out. I would be more than appreciative……REALLY!! 1L~ Xyla
March 24, 2011 at 23:17
Love Galactic. They are always a pleasure to hear. I would love to win tickets to see them.
March 25, 2011 at 08:47
This line up is crazy good! And I need to get my funk on ( for free)!
March 25, 2011 at 08:54
I am CRUSHED!! I street team for Galactic and got beaten out on the last second for my free ticket! please, oh PRITTY please, choose me!!! I would be SOOOO grateful!!
March 25, 2011 at 08:59
because it would be awesome! duh!
March 25, 2011 at 12:27
Galactic is one of my all time favs and Corey Henry on horn and vocals is icing on the cake! Pick me…pick me :)
March 25, 2011 at 16:19
I want to get my funk on with my friends at the Crystal Ballroom (and get some fresh brewed BEER)!
March 26, 2011 at 08:08
Who won? See you at the show!
February 14, 2012 at 09:36
Holy Chronic FunkOsis! These guys rock! Best dance music ever :) OH by the way, Crystal ballrooms website says the 24th, your website says the 26th. Thought you’d like to know. I want to go!!!!! PICK ME PICK ME!
February 23, 2012 at 13:19
This girl is training for a marathon and all the running is making me a dull girl. I need to get the funk out of dodge (aka Yakima) and shake my tail feathers! pick me! pick me!
March 14, 2012 at 16:33
I want some NOLA funk in my bones! Free funk is the best!
March 20, 2012 at 17:03
Sounds great!