Two-thirds of the Groove Thang, Dave Gerard (vocals, guitars) and David Bailey (bass, vocals) have been performing together for more than twenty years. In their time together they have collected multiple “Best Duo” awards from New England’s Jam Music Magazine and have contributed to ten major recording projects, including Gerard’s latest release, Dreams of Kings (2003) as well as his first two solo recording projects. They are also known as co-founders of the national touring band Truffle. The Daves have toured all but ten states and have shared the stage with Dave Matthews Band, The Radiators, Widespread Panic, Dave Matthews Band, Phish, and The Band, to name a few.

Mike Gendron is the drummer who rounds out the Groove Thang; he’s also Truffle’s full time drummer. His driving, diverse style has earned him a seat with the Drifters, as well as opening positions with national acts such as Taj Mahal, Dave Mason, and Robin Trower to name a few. Mike has lent his talents to countless recordings including all of Gerard’s solo recordings, and Truffle’s “Out Loud” and their latest, “That’s Right” (2005)

While constantly touring the northeast, the Groove Thang also performs in The U.S, Virgin Islands. Together they put the emphasis on big fun and honest, sweaty grooves. As well as performing Gerard’s diverse original material, the band incorporates many different styles into their own. From blues, soul, and New Orleans R&B, to reggae, countrygrass and world beat, they cover all roots music bases. The goal is to keep a tight but loose feel through improvisation. It’s just plain fun; you won’t be disappointed.

“Gerard’s guitar work is tasty rather than flashy. His vocals are smoky, but now and then he lets loose with a soaring line or two that surprises you with range and precision. With Dave Bailey on bass knowing when to keep rockin’ steady and when to take over, and Mike Gendron on drums doing a lot but like Levon Helm (of the Band), always staying in support of the front man; the music chugs along through the night with a good sense of dynamics that keeps everything fresh”

~ St. Croix Avis (USVI)

“Dave Gerard, one of N.H.’s finest songwriters, has released his third solo album, Dreams of Kings. It is Gerard’s best of his three releases; which says a lot. “Tejanos Radio’ could be on any Dave Matthews Band release, and I love it!”

~ Jam Music Magazine (New England)

“David Bailey’s bass playing is superb and brings depth and strength to Memory Hill.”

~ Northeast Performer (Boston, MA)

Gerard’s voice is thick-walled, river-strong, and deliciously bottomless.”

~ Showcase Magazine (Dover, NH)

Dave Gerard’s Groove Thang w/ Kent Raine
This tasty eclectic trio has been tearing it up and wowing crowds from New England to Virginia, west to Colorado and in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Their infectious rootsy grooves and strong songwriting will surely hook new listeners and converted music-lovers alike.

Two-thirds of the Groove Thang, Dave Gerard (vocals, guitars) and David Bailey (bass, vocals) have been performing together for more than twenty years. In their time together they have collected multiple “Best Duo” awards from New England’s Jam Music Magazine and have contributed to ten major recording projects, including Gerard’s latest release, Dreams of Kings (2003) as well as his first two solo recording projects. They are also known as co-founders of the national touring band Truffle. The Daves have toured all but ten states and have shared the stage with Dave Matthews Band, The Radiators, Widespread Panic and The Band, to name a few.

Long-time friend and touring drummer/percussionist, Kent Raine rounds out the Groove Thang with a unique and tasty style. Hailing from the musical hotbed of Charlottesville, Virginia, he’s involved in many different live and studio projects. He cut his teeth with the east coast band, Echoes Farm, touring extensively from New York to Florida.

DG, DB and Kent have all had the privilege to perform with Phish and Little Feat as well. Being cut from the same musical cloth and sharing a special friendship makes for a great night of music with an “anything goes” attitude. You won’t be disappointed!

“Dave Gerard, one of N.H.’s finest songwriters, has released his third solo album, Dreams of Kings. It is Gerard’s best of his three releases; which says a lot. “Tejanos Radio’ could be on any Dave Matthews Band release, and I love it!”

~ Jam Music Magazine (New England)

“David Bailey’s bass playing is superb and brings depth and strength to Memory Hill.”

~ Northeast Performer (Boston, MA)

“Dave Gerard is like a fine wine. Not only is he super tasty, but he gives you a nice buzz. Oh yeah, he also gets better with age.”

“His music has been the soundtrack of thousands of lives across the Seacoast.”

~ Portsmouth Herald (Portsmouth, NH)

“Dave is a master of acoustic-Americana with a voice to die for” ~ C-Ville Weekly (Charlottesville, VA)