The Gravel Project respects its roots, but its new album demonstrates how a band can honor its influences without being smothered by them.

The Gravel Project is an eclectic bunch of talented players that bring an array of musical influences to the mix. ‘Many Miles Ahead’ is the band’s latest release and includes a barrage of elements from rock, jazz & blues to funk, Latin grooves and soul. The Gravel Project brings an intoxicating display of sound to the table on ‘Many Miles Ahead’ that will revitalize your ear drums.

The Gravel Project consists of guitarist-vocalist Andrew Gravel, his brother, keyboardist Jordan Gravel, drummer Dave Fox, and percussionist-vocalist Brandon Mayes. New album Many Miles Ahead blends classic rock, blues, and other old school influences into a chunky block of feisty nuggets, songs that introduce themselves by kicking down the door with exuberant musical muscle.

There will always be something special about a band playing music together live. With all the “bedroom” production music taking over the airwaves lately, some of that is becoming lost. The halt on live music over the past couple years definitely had an effect on that but some great bands, like our friends The Gravel Project, have been refining their live skills and are ready to tackle the stage again. New album Many Miles Ahead set for release on February 19th is an example of what a live band is supposed to sound like.

"The Gravel Project’s music is firmly rooted in blues rock with a strong funk edge, featuring bluesy singing, gritty guitar riffs, funky grooves, and soulful Hammond organ textures."

“The Gravel Project has a unique sound, and mixes the vintage sounds of the 1970’s with a modern flare. Everyone in the group brings different influences to the table, and as a result the music is a fusion of different styles including rock, blues, funk, jazz, world, and jam.”

— Boston Voyager

"A night of rocking blues and funk jams.."

- Stuart Munro, The Boston Globe 

"The Gravel Project’s new record, Wishful Thinking, supersedes the jam-band persona by melding gritty guitar riffs and improvisational jazz methods.”

"... a vibe present in the sounds of Tedeschi Trucks Band, perfect for an outdoor festival.”

– Colin Kirkland, Sound of Boston

“The Gravel Project’s material recalls a time when many blues rockers and roots rockers were being influenced by the 1970’s funk and soul they were hearing on R&B stations.” 

– Alex Henderson (veteran music reviewer)

"This is a working band with the potential to build a rabid following."

“The Gravel Project plays tight, blues-influenced rock n roll that explodes with energy.”

- Wildy's World Blog