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Excellent performer. Under-rated guitarist to people who only casually knows his music. His shows show his skill while keeping the audience enthralled with the rhythm of his music. I recommend his shows to everyone who loves Blues, rhythm & Blues, and rock. The KING of CLUBS is an excellent venue with good sound and excellent site lines.
Columbus, OH@The KING of CLUBS
Tge 5 stars are for Eric Gales - an 11 out of 10, but he was a guest of the headliner, MonoNeon who is an exceptional bassist, he doesn't like to perform and it shows. Could have used A LOT more Eric.
New York, NY@Blue Note Jazz Club
He opened the show stating to tell the folks who missed it that they F d up. He was right!!!! This man’s songs and playing moved me to dancing then tears then dancing again. Great is an understatement.
Sacramento, CA@Downtown Sacramento Partnership
Eric Gales and family put on a BluesnFunk party that always leaves you wanting more! With Two drummers including Eric’s beautiful wife the extremely talented percussionist Ladonna Gales. Eric knows what his fans like and indulges them to the max. Cannot wait to see him again!
Arthur Menenes opened the show and wowed the crowd with his artful well crafted
playing and some psychedelic heavy blues. I’m sure he is a young man on his way up .
East Greenwich, RI@Greenwich Odeum
best show ive seen in the last two decades - all on the strength of Eric's guitar mastery and artistic passion. Like a jolt of electricity that is continuous, the guitar playing just keeps flowing, directly from his soul, igniting the air with an electrifying presence that captivates and mesmerizes and never runs dry. He's not just playing notes but channeling a force that is as ancient and primal as it is beautiful and complex. Incredible talent and, hell of a nice guy as well.....
Old Saybrook, CT@Katharine Hepburn Cultural
Great music in a beautiful new venue. Eric Gales poured his heart out to the crowd. Cute doggie Crown, made a guest appearance. I hope to see him again very soon.
Hopefully Cain Center will bring more Blues music.
Cornelius, NC@Cain Center For The Arts
Eric Gales was amazing! He played through not feeling well and didn't miss a beat. Seeing him at the Lyric, a small community theater, was amazing. I hope he keeps his promise to come back. He may be the GOAT!
Stuart, FL@Lyric Theatre
The best guitarist you’ve probably never heard of . TRULY a gifted soul. Absolutely phenomenal musician/singer with a great accompanying band.
He has more feeling than any other musician that I’ve ever seen live.
Some musicians give you chills or goosebumps, Eric makes your brain stem tingle, then you get chills.
I’ve driven hours to see him perform, glad this was so close.
Truly in a league of his own , it’s not his equipment, it’s all him !
If you appreciate great music, do not miss him!
Red Bank, NJ@Count Basie Center for the Arts
Eric Gales is easily one of the worlds best guitarists and performers! He puts on an amazing show that's entertaining, his band is incredible, and everyone I've ever brought out to his shows are blown away! Do not miss this guy if he's coming through your town!
Denver, CO@Ophelia's Electric Soapbox
Eric was amazing and his band is fantastic. He had a line a mile long after the show at his merch booth and he spoke to and took pictures with everyone in line. Been a fan for a long time and he just keeps getting better.
Rohnert Park, CA@Green Music Center
To refer to Eric Gales as a blues guitar player is misleading, because there's so much more musical information happening when he plays. It's a deep dive into some really nuanced chord inversions mixed with straight up Memphis blues.
His personal mission in life was important to focus on throughout the show and his playing was otherworldly. His passion was infectious and his gratitude for life through the voice of his guitar was was heartbreaking as it was happy. He played with reckless joy, like he was untethered from the planet.
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Nashville, TN@3rd & Lindsley
There is no one that can compare to Eric Gales, nor should he be compared to anyone else. He Is a virtuoso, and cannot be described other than a manifestation of pure soul, passion, and fire. I don’t know how he gets the sounds out of the guitar that he does, but seeing him live is a rare and special treat that should be experienced by anyone that appreciates pure talent. He did something at this show that surpassed goosebumps, chills and standing hairs and actually made my neck twitch. A true treasure of the music world; he shines like no one else.
Newton, NJ@The Newton Theatre
Eric Gales and his band put on one heck of a show, despite the small crowd. Eric put everything he had into that performance. If you're a fan of blues or blues rock, you have no idea what you missed. As he promised at the opening of the show, this was basically a live performance of his latest release "CROWN". I can't for the life of me understand why there were so few people in the audience. My best estimate is 150 people -- and many of those were employees of Silverados.
Andrew Scotchie & the River Rats showed excellent chops as the warmup band. Andrew does well on lead guitar and deserves more people coming out to hear them play.
Silverados outdoor stage is a cool venue for enjoying live music. We would love to go back -- and we're hoping that Silverados will continue to book (and ADVERTISE/PROMOTE) major acts like Eric Gales.
Black Mountain, NC@Silverados
Eric Gales and his band put on one heck of a show, despite the small crowd. Eric put everything he had into that performance. If you're a fan of blues or blues rock, you have no idea what you missed. As he promised at the opening of the show, this was basically a live performance of his latest release "CROWN". I can't for the life of me understand why there were so few people in the audience. My best estimate is 150 people -- and many of those were employees of Silverados.
Andrew Scotchie & the River Rats showed excellent chops as the warmup band. Andrew does well on lead guitar and deserves more people coming out to hear them play.
Silverados outdoor stage is a cool venue for enjoying live music. We would love to go back -- and we're hoping that Silverados will continue to book (and ADVERTISE/PROMOTE) major acts like Eric Gales.
Black Mountain, NC@Silverados
Eric Gales (and his whole band) always gives it his all. The musicianship was stellar, and the songwriting was very poignant. As always, Andrew Scotchie and the River Rats gave a high energy opening set. The venue was well organized. This old man was glad to find that there was seating. Everyone had a great time at the show.
Black Mountain, NC@Silverados
In this jubilee year, a new regent has arisen and he has earned his "Crown". Long live the King!
Eric and his magnificent band was as always outstanding in this great little venue. Ably supported by the fantastic Dom Martin and his power trio who have also been added to the "can't wait to see them again" list.
Hampshire, United Kingdom@Haymarket Theatre
Great great show. TC carter band was fantastic. Eric Gales and band were 100 percent awesome and put on a great show! Venue was very very nice. Smaller audience capacity made it a great show for sure. All Staff were awesome as well
Martinsville, VA@New College Institute
Superb! Eric is an incredibly talented guitarist while also an amazing entertainer who knows how to put on a great show. When it comes to Hendrix heirs, he's at the top of the game, don't miss him out if he plays in your city!!
Sevilla, Spain@Sala X
Eric Gales and band were amazing! Almost considered following him to the next show in Macon! He is a phenomenal guitarist and gives an extremely passionate performance. Terminal West was a great venue. Excellent show!
Atlanta, GA@Terminal West
Eric Gales was in full form last night. Good mood had some.of his boys from Memphis there. Rafael Sadiq played bass on song, which is the man that produced the new record. Had a 19 year old kid come up and play keyboards. It was a great time at the Viper room.
West Hollywood, CA@Viper Room
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