Galactic is proud to announce some very special shows they are planning in honor of their hometown of New Orleans. On December 31st the band returns to the Crescent City and to their surrogate home, the historic Tipitina’s Uptown, to celebrate what is sure to be one of the most emotional New Year’s Eve shows of their 10-year career. While a Galactic New Year’s show is always one of the band’s most anticipated annual events, this one in particular takes on special meaning as it marks the band’s first show in New Orleans since Hurricane Katrina swept through the region. The band has been particularly affected by the tragedy, having not only been forced from their home, but also from their recently built studio. Galactic is proud to be the first high profile, national show to be held in Tipitina’s since the tragedy. This show will be in classic Galactic fashion with plenty of special guests and two sets of music, making it a must-see New Years event. A $3 surcharge will be included on all tickets sold to benefit the Tipitina’s Foundation which is dedicated to preserving the culture of New Orleans. For more information on this foundation, please visit tiptinas.com
On November 18th & 19th, Galactic’s “10-Year Invasion Fall Tour” tour will culminate with a pair of unique performances at Washington DC’s 9:30 Club. Dubbed “9:30 in New Orleans”, these tour-ending shows will be a New Orleans style party featuring improvisational collaborations, a multitude of special guests and covers of classic material. Legendary vocalist and keyboardist Ivan Neville will make special appearances with Galactic throughout both nights, as will The Stooges Brass Band, who will also open the night of the 18th with a traditional, celebratory NOLA brass band show. The following evening will begin with a special performance by Robert Walters, who will be joined by Stanton Moore and Robert Mercurio of Galactic.
