Since forming in 2007, the band's combination of danceable rock and soulful songwriting (and brilliantivity) has come to life through a meticulously-crafted and ever-evolving live performance. The band has been instrumental in the growth of New Orleans’ burgeoning indie rock scene, and they have achieved success and notoriety in the city’s competitive musical landscape.
The Revivalists have proven themselves as a live act. They have managed to advance from low-profile local gigs to extensive touring, developing a loyal fan base at home and across the Gulf Coast Region and gaining footholds nationally. Abroad, they have commanded such venues as The Kennedy Center (Washington, DC), Sullivan Hall (New York City), Toad’s Place (New Haven, CT), and Smith’s Olde Bar (Atlanta, GA). At home, The Revivalists are regulars at The Howlin’ Wolf, The Republic, and the legendary Tipitina’s. They have shared stages with such notable acts as Perpetual Groove, Marco Benevento, Rebirth Brass Band, Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk, The Lee Boys and Snarky Puppy. Additionally, they have established themselves as an engaging festival act, winning over audiences at French Quarter Fest, Crawfest and Foburg Festival in New Orleans, Hamstock Barbecue and Music Festival in Ridgeland, MS, and The Duke Ellington Jazz Festival in Washington, DC. Most recently, The Revivalists played the 2010 New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. There, they caught the attention of Rolling Stone senior editor David Fricke, who wrote about their performance on his blog on rollingstone.com.
The Revivalists have also grown as studio musicians. Their first release was listed as an editor’s pick in both the Jam and American Traditional Rock categories on CDBaby.com, despite being a humble five-song EP. Their second release, Vital Signs, is both the band’s first full-length album and a significant step forward in terms of production and scale. The young band was privileged to record under the guidance of Grammy Award-winning producer Chris Finney, whose resumé ranges from Dr. John to R.E.M. Vital Signs is the result of this collaboration. Soon after its release, Vital Signs became the top-selling album on CDBaby in the American Traditional Rock category, and was quickly selected to be featured in their newsletter.
Members:
George Gekas (bass)
Andrew Campanelli (drums)
Zack Feinberg (guitar)
David Shaw (vocals, guitar)
Ed “Steel” Williams (pedal steel guitar)
Rob Ingraham (saxophone, miscellaneous/other)
Soulfight
The Revivalists Lyrics
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Just take a really good look at me I'm 22 and I just can't see why all you people can't get along mmmm
Just take a really good look at me I'm 22 and I just can't see why all you people can't get along mmmm
The lyrics to The Revivalists' song Soulfight are a reflection on the frustration and disillusionment of youth. The singer is feeling disconnected from the world around him, and he's struggling to understand why people can't seem to get along. This feeling of isolation is driving him away from the people around him, as he seeks out something else to occupy himself with.
The repeated lines of "just take a really good look at me, I'm 22 and I just can't see why all you people can't get along" emphasize the singer's sense of disconnection and angst. He feels like he's on the outside looking in, unable to understand the conflicts and divisions that seem to be tearing the world apart.
Overall, the lyrics to Soulfight are a powerful expression of youthful frustration and the struggle to find one's place in a chaotic world. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the singer's sense of isolation and confusion, as he tries to make sense of a world that seems increasingly divided and hostile.
Line by Line Meaning
Well isn't anybody home in here I'm getting cold and I just don't care so I'm gonna find something else to do
The singer is feeling alone and neglected, and is fed up with the situation. They are determined to find a way to entertain themselves.
Just take a really good look at me I'm 22 and I just can't see why all you people can't get along mmmm
The singer is calling out the lack of unity and compassion in society, and expressing frustration that people can't seem to work together.
Just take a really good look at me I'm 22 and I just can't see why all you people can't get along mmmm
The singer is calling out the lack of unity and compassion in society, and expressing frustration that people can't seem to work together.
Just take a really good look at me I'm 22 and I just can't see why all you people can't get along mmmm
The artist is calling out the lack of unity and compassion in society, and expressing frustration that people can't seem to work together.
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Hannah
on It Was A Sin
I relate emotionally to him in a way I never really thought I would in a song like this. I cheated on my husband and seeking a new start and wanting that so very badly, I can't tell you how much this song relates. The desperation in his voice, admitting he fucked up and wanting to talk to her, not wanting to fight about it and move to something else... because she is making the conscious decision to stay in some way involved with him and he is desperate for a new start, something more or different than the same fight than they have been having. To get to this point, usually it is the same fight for months or even years, where she (or the other partner) just can't or won't let go. It is a desperate moment. He sings it with passion, especially towards the end with the drums. I relate so much. It is like... i fucked up. So badly. And I own that and have Done so much to work on myself and the relationship. But you have to let go if you want to continue.
Thank you for this song.