The Revivalists

The Revivalists began when guitarist Zack Feinberg met vocalist/lyricist David Shaw as a young man riding his bike on a different route from usual, and rode past Shaw, recently transplanted from Hamilton, Ohio. Feinberg grew up outside New York City and has immersed himself in the jam band and funk scenes.{{Cite web|url=https://relix.com/articles/detail/the-revivalists-hope-heritage/|title=The Revivalists: Hope & Heritage|first=Matt|last=Inman|date=April 23, 2019|website=Relix.com}} The two struck up a conversation and got together to play music.{{cite news |last1=Spera |first1=Keith |title=The Revivalists, born of a chance encounter, hit their stride |url=https://www.nola.com/music/index.ssf/2011/11/the_revivalists_born_of_a_chan.html |access-date=19 September 2018 |work=Times Picayune |date=November 10, 2011}} The duo began playing with Andrew Campanelli, a drummer Feinberg had met at Tipitina's. Within a week, the earliest version of the band, now named The Revivalists, played their first show at Checkpoint Charlie's Laundromat/Bar on Esplanade Avenue.{{cite web|url=http://www.huffingtonpost.com/michael-bialas/going-along-for-the-ride_b_3538423.html|title=Going Along for The Ride, Part 1: The Revivalists Step Up, Up and Away|first1=Michael Bialas|last1=Entertainment|first2=Sports|last2=Journalist|website=HuffPost |date=3 July 2013|access-date=2 August 2016}}{{cite news |last1=Todd |first1=Nathan |title=Watch: The Revivalists share video for 'Wish I Knew You,' continue western tour |url=https://www.axs.com/watch-the-revivalists-share-video-for-wish-i-knew-you-continue-western-77750 |access-date=19 September 2018 |work=AXS |date=March 4, 2016}} They began regular jam sessions at Tipitina's.{{cite news |last1=Brasted |first1=Chelsea |title=The Revivalists return home to play two-night stand at Tipitina's |url=https://www.nola.com/music/index.ssf/2015/11/revivalists_new_orleans_tipiti.html#incart_river_home |access-date=19 September 2018 |work=Times Picayune |date=November 17, 2015}} The Revivalists, now including Feinberg, Shaw, Campanelli, Ed Williams (pedal steel guitarist), Rob Ingraham (saxophonist) and George Gekas (bassist), and occasionally Michael Girardot (keyboardist/trumpeter), went on to play an average of 150 dates a year.{{cite news |title=STUDIO SESSIONS The Revivalists On World Cafe |url=https://www.npr.org/sections/world-cafe/2015/01/12/376752718/the-revivalists-on-world-cafe |access-date=19 September 2018 |website=Npr.org|date=January 12, 2015}}

The Revivalists released their first few records independently. This included the self-titled EP on May 15, 2008, which was named one of the best albums of 2008 by WWOZ New Orleans DJ Sherwood Collins.{{cite web |title=The Best CDs of 2008: Show Host Picks |url=https://www.wwoz.org/367-best-cds-2008-show-host-picks |website=wwoz.org |date=12 December 2008 |access-date=19 September 2018}}

Their debut album, Vital Signs, came out on March 3, 2010,{{cite news |last1=Williams |first1=Diana Renee |title=Revivalists ready to 'let the good times roll' |url=http://www.augustachronicle.com/news/20180606/revivalists-ready-to-let-good-times-roll |access-date=19 September 2018 |work=Augusta Chronicle |date=June 6, 2018}} and was produced by engineer Chris Finney.{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/artist/chris-finney-mn0000114311/credits|title=Chris Finney - Credits - AllMusic|website=AllMusic |access-date=2 August 2016}} The New Orleans Times Picayune said the music had "irresistible hooks, melodies and arrangements."{{cite news |last1=Spera |first1=Keith |title=The Revivalists' new CD, slate of bookings make them band on the verge |url=https://www.nola.com/music/index.ssf/2012/03/the_revivalists_new_cd_slate_o.html |access-date=20 September 2018 |work=Times Picayune |date=March 9, 2012}}

The band spent the time between the release of the EP and after the release of Vital Signs touring the US.{{cite news |last1=Lafont |first1=Aaron |title=The Revivalists, Vital Signs (Independent) |url=http://www.offbeat.com/music/the-revivalists-vital-signs-independent/ |access-date=19 September 2018 |work=Offbeat |date=May 1, 2010}}

The Revivalists' second album, City of Sound was self-released in 2012 and re-released on March 4, 2014, by Wind-up Records, with a second disc containing over an hour of live tracks. On City of Sound, the band expanded their sound toward folk, pop, and soul.

Singles from this album included "Criminal",{{cite web|url=http://www.glidemagazine.com/hiddentrack/hidden-track-interview-the-revivalists/|title=Hidden Track Interview: The Revivalists - Glide Magazine|date=14 January 2013|access-date=2 August 2016}}{{cite web|url=https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/music/2014/02/25/album-stream-the-revivalists-city-of-sound-david-shaw/5780041/|title=Album stream: The Revivalists reissue 'City of Sound'|website=USA Today |access-date=2 August 2016}} "Upright", and "Navigate Below",{{cite news |title=The Revivalists "Navigate Below" |url=https://relix.com/video/the_revivalists_navigate_below/ |access-date=20 September 2018 |website=Relix.com |date=July 17, 2014}} and it was produced by Galactic saxophonist Ben Ellman.

In June 2013, The Revivalists appeared at New York City's Governors Ball, among other festivals.{{cite news |last1=McGovern |first1=Kyle |title=Governors Ball 2013 Lineup: Kanye West, Dinosaur Jr., Nas, Kendrick Lamar, Grizzly Bear |url=https://www.spin.com/2013/01/governors-ball-2013-lineup-kanye-west-dinosaur-jr-nas-kendrick-lamar-grizzly-bear/ |access-date=20 September 2018 |website=Spin.com |date=January 22, 2013}}

The Revivalists' third album, Men Amongst Mountains, also produced by Ben Ellman of Galactic was released on July 17, 2015.{{cite news |last1=Orr |first1=Dacey |title=Album Stream: The Revivalists - Men Amongst Mountains |url=https://www.pastemagazine.com/articles/2015/07/album-stream-the-revivalists---men-amongst-mountai.html |access-date=20 September 2018 |work=Paste Magazine |date=July 13, 2015}} In March 2016, the band was picked as Elvis Duran's Artist of the Month on NBC's Today show hosted by Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb and broadcast nationally performing their single "Wish I Knew You".{{cite news |last1=Brasted |first1=Chelsea |title=The Revivalists picked as Artist of the Month on Today Show |url=https://www.nola.com/music/index.ssf/2016/04/revivalists_today_show_music_n.html |access-date=20 September 2018 |work=Times Picayune |date=April 12, 2016}}

The single, "Wish I Knew You" went to #1 on Billboard's Adult Alternative and Alternative radio charts,{{cite web|url=http://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/chart-beat/7518685/revivalists-first-adult-alternative-songs-number-1|title=The Revivalists Achieve First Adult Alternative Songs No. 1|last1=Rutherford|first1=Kevin|date=22 September 2016|publisher=Billboard|access-date=24 September 2016}} and remained on the Billboard Hot 100 for nine weeks. The song was certified platinum by the RIAA, and Forbes magazine called it: "one of the best and catchiest radio singles of the year".{{cite news |last1=Baltin |first1=Steve |title=The Revivalists Enjoying Their 'Overnight Success' Ten Years In With Hit Song |url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/stevebaltin/2017/06/27/the-revivalists-enjoying-their-overnight-success-ten-years-in-with-hit-song/#53e64fd3d47b |access-date=20 September 2018 |work=Forbes |date=June 27, 2017}}

The Revivalists made performances on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Ellen, and Conan.{{cite news |last1=Kelly |first1=Cait Rohan |title=David Shaw of The Revivalists on Playing Summerstage & Splitting His Head Open While Singing Live |url=https://gotham-magazine.com/david-shaw-of-the-revivalists-on-playing-summerstage-and-splitting-his-head-open-on-stage |access-date=20 September 2018 |work=Gotham Magazine |date=August 7, 2017}} Rolling Stone touted them among “10 Artists You Need To Know,” and they received a Billboard Music Award nomination for Top Rock Song{{cite news |last1=Sands |first1=Nicole |title=Billboard Music Awards 2018: Check Out the Complete List of Winners! |url=https://people.com/music/billboard-music-awards-2018-winners-list/ |access-date=20 September 2018 |website=People.com|date=May 20, 2018}} and as well as nominations for Alternative Rock Song of the Year and Best New Rock/Alternative Rock Artist at the iHeartRadio Music Awards.{{cite news |title=2018 iHeartRadio Music Awards: Complete Winners List |url=https://www.usmagazine.com/page/423/?p=0&KSID=0c7a08e30532ecf185aa88c6c5c5f9d3&jwsource=cl |access-date=20 September 2018 |work=Us Magazine |date=September 1, 2018}}

Men Amongst Mountains received more than 2 million streams on Spotify, and ended up in the Top 5 of the Billboard Heatseekers chart.{{cite magazine |last1=Vain |first1=Madison |title=Breakout rockers The Revivalists share a soulful, jam-tastic playlist of their influences |url=https://ew.com/music/2017/06/26/revivalists-playlist-influences/ |access-date=20 September 2018 |magazine=Entertainment Weekly |date=June 26, 2017}}

During this period, The Revivalists played New York City's Central Park SummerStage{{cite news |last1=Marcotte |first1=Amanda |title=Salon Stage: The Revivalists perform an exclusive acoustic set |url=https://www.salon.com/2017/08/12/salon-stage-the-revivalists-perform-an-exclusive-acoustic-set/ |access-date=20 September 2018 |work=Salon |date=August 12, 2017}} as well as Austin City Limits,{{cite magazine |last1=Weatherby |first1=Taylor |title=Front Porch Jams to Top 40 Radio: The Revivalists Discuss How 'Wish I Knew You' Propelled Their Career, 10 Years in the Making |url=https://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/rock/8023103/the-revivalists-wish-i-knew-you-interview |access-date=20 September 2018 |magazine=Billboard |date=November 3, 2017}} New Orleans Jazz Fest (opening for Dave Matthews),{{cite news |last1=Brasted |first1=Chelsea |title=The Revivalists rock New Orleans Jazz Fest 2017 |url=https://www.nola.com/jazzfest/index.ssf/2017/05/jazz_fest_the_revivalists_new.html |access-date=20 September 2018 |work=Times Picayune |date=May 5, 2017}} Outside Lands,{{cite news |last1=Rettig |first1=James |title=Outside Lands 2015 Lineup |url=https://www.stereogum.com/1789323/outside-lands-2015-lineup/news/ |access-date=20 September 2018 |work=Stereogum |date=March 24, 2015}} KROQ Weenie Roast & Fiesta, and more.

Two months after the death of David Bowie, The Revivalists premiered their tribute to the late artist in the song they wrote called "Bowie" featuring a verse sung by saxophonist Ingraham.{{cite news |title=The Revivalists Debut New Original Song Dedicated To David Bowie [Watch] |url=http://liveforlivemusic.com/news/the-revivalists-debut-new-original-song-dedicated-to-david-bowie-watch/ |access-date=20 September 2018 |work=Live for Live Music |date=February 7, 2016}}

In late 2017, Paulet "PJ" Howard was added to the line-up on drums and percussion.

The band has a partnership with NOLA Brewing Company for The Revivalists American Pale Ale. The artisanal beer debuted during the band's annual New Year's Eve residency at The Orpheum Theater in New Orleans and followed through their distribution center shortly after. A portion of the proceeds benefits The Roots of Music Foundation.{{cite news |last1=Day |first1=Brenton |title=On Tap: Dogfish Head launching in Louisiana and more craft beer news |url=https://www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/entertainment_life/article_dc11e3cc-ef1f-11e7-a6fe-0f4f341f01ca.html |access-date=20 September 2018 |work=Baton Rouge Advocate |date=January 3, 2018}}

In August 2018, "All My Friends" was released as the first single from The Revivalists' fourth studio album, Take Good Care,{{cite news |last1=Hannan |first1=Devon |title=10 New Songs You Need to Hear This Week |url=https://www.altpress.com/features/new-songs-august-4/ |access-date=20 September 2018 |work=Alternative Press |date=August 4, 2018}} and later went to No. 1 on the Adult Alternative radio chart at Billboard.{{cite magazine |last1=Rutherford |first1=Kevin |title=The Revivalists' 'All My Friends' Rises to No. 1 on Adult Alternative Songs Chart |url=https://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/chart-beat/8475863/the-revivalists-all-my-friends-adult-alternative-songs-chart |access-date=23 September 2018 |magazine=Billboard |date=September 18, 2018}} The album, released November 9, 2018, is the band's first release with the indie label Loma Vista Recordings. For the first time, The Revivalists recorded and co-wrote with multiple producers and writers, enlisting the talents of Dave Cobb (Sturgill Simpson, Chris Stapleton), Andrew Dawson (Kanye West, Fun., Sleigh Bells), and Dave Bassett (Elle King, Vance Joy) for sessions Nashville's RCA Studio B. Additionally, it would be the first record with drummer/percussionist PJ Howard joining the band in the studio.{{cite magazine |last1=Kress |first1=Bryan |title=The Revivalists Find Themselves in Good Company On 'All My Friends': Premiere |url=https://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/rock/8468242/the-revivalists-all-my-friends |access-date=20 September 2018 |magazine=Billboard |date=August 2, 2018}}{{cite news |last1=Dominguez |first1=Erica |title=The Revivalists to release new studio album in November |url=https://www.axs.com/the-revivalists-to-release-new-studio-album-in-november-133406 |access-date=20 September 2018 |work=AXS |date=September 14, 2018}}

In February 2023, "Kid” was released as the first single from The Revivalists' fifth studio album, Pour It Out into the Night.{{cite web | url=https://people.com/music/the-revivalists-focus-on-the-positive-on-new-single-kid/ | title=The Revivalists Focus on the Positive on New Single 'Kid': 'It's About Being in the Spirit of Here and Now'|website=People.com}} The full album was released on June 2, 2023.{{cite web | url=https://glidemagazine.com/291715/the-revivalists-keep-it-catchy-locked-in-on-triumphant-pour-it-out-into-the-night-album-review/ | title=The Revivalists Keep It Catchy & Locked in on Triumphant 'Pour It Out into the Night' (ALBUM REVIEW)|website=Glidemagazine.com| date=31 May 2023 }}

The Revivalists continue to tour, with shows sometimes four hours at a time{{cite news |last1=Scott |first1=Rachel |title=The Revivalists Keep New Orleans Rock Alive |url=https://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/revivalists-orleans-rock-alive/story?id=39092224 |access-date=20 September 2018 |work=ABC News |date=May 13, 2016}} with a tour schedule that includes Bonnaroo,{{cite news |title=Bonnaroo: What happened while you were sleeping on Day 1 |url=https://www.tennessean.com/story/entertainment/music/bonnaroo/2018/06/08/bonnaroo-what-happened-manchester-line-up/685143002/ |access-date=20 September 2018 |work=Tennessean |date=June 8, 2018}} Voodoo Music & Arts Experience, and Music Midtown.

Over the years, The Revivalists have made efforts to raise money to help various causes. Feinberg, Gekas and Ingraham joined members of Naughty Professor and Cardinal Sons as well as RumpelSTEELskin at The Howlin' Wolf in New Orleans for a show that contributed financial support to Emily's Entourage, a non-profit dedicated to finding a cure for cystic fibrosis.

The group also worked with the Roots of Music, an after-school music and tutoring program for over 150 local children. One of the fundraisers included The Roots of Music presents Band Together, a concert with many of the kids and local bands including The Revivalists.{{cite news |title=Revivalists and Roots 'Band Together' for weekend concert |url=https://wgno.com/2016/10/19/revivalists-and-roots-band-together-for-weekend-concert/ |access-date=20 September 2018 |work=WGNO ABC |date=October 19, 2016}} The band also donated money from some of their own shows to the program.{{cite news |title=The Revivalists Set New Year's Eve Show in New Orleans |url=https://jambands.com/news/2016/09/26/the-revivalists-set-new-year-s-eve-show-in-new-orleans/ |access-date=20 September 2018 |website=Jambands.com |date=September 26, 2016}}

In the fall of 2019, The Revivalists established Rev Causes. Rev Causes is a fund that supports the essential work of organizations dedicated to reviving and investing in their communities, health, and our environment. By donating a portion of ticket sales, and through fan donations and a variety of fundraising efforts, Rev Causes aims to assist these organizations in building a better future. Organizations include The Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP), Everytown for Gun Safety, National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), Songs for Kids Foundation, and Upturn Arts.

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In 2019, the band sold out Red Rocks Amphitheatre and followed up with two shows in 2021.

The Revivalists served as the opening act for the Jacksonville, Florida show, as well as the restart of the Rolling Stones' No Regrets Tour at the Dome @ America's Center St Louis, Missouri.

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• [http://www.therevivalists.com Official website]
• [https://web.archive.org/web/20120618185924/http://www.winduprecords.com/ Wind-Up Records]
• [https://cincymusic.com/bands/the-revivalists CincyMusic Profile]

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