Kicking it off right we get Big Toe from his 2013 album, “A Stones Throw.” A bass heavy prison blues track written by Iko-Iko’s Graham Wood Drout. Seasoning the brew with in a bit of sarcastic humor and we’re off. Adds a dash of sweet, recognizing his lady love, wife Michelle Castiglia. He gives us a swift greeting, sprinkles in few shoutouts to special folks in the audience. *wink-nudge*Ĭastiglia exclaims proudly, “I knew my friends would be here” as he scans the room, squinting through the blinding brightness of the stage lights. A talk with Albert feels as good as enjoying his music live. All it takes is one conversation with Albert to feel a bond forged with him. He is open & transparent about his life & gives folks a feeling of closeness to him that you won’t get from many other performers of his station. If you’re familiar with Albert Castiglia then you’ll know, he is a friendly guy. There are giant screens broadcasting an eagle eye view of the stage & house audio, a considerately designed situation for those who can’t be inside or would rather take it all in from the outside. Those who didn’t buy tickets ahead of time are sent to the outdoor area set-up with comfortable couches, outdoor bar & tables for larger parties. Not an empty seat, the standing room continues jam up to the point of cut-off. It’s The Funky Biscuit in Boca Raton, FL where The Albert Castiglia Band takes the stage, “It feels great to be back home.” Castiglia says to the full house. Watch: Katie Jacoby Shares Cover of T.Albert Castiglia Band – The Funky Biscuit Īlbert Castiglia – Guitar & Vocals Ephraim Lowell – Drums Mark Garabian – Bass * Groovy Pantesco Guest Guitar (1 Song)īy Audrey Michelle | Photos Chris Schmitt Neil Young Adds New Stops to Coastal Tour Les Claypool’s Fearless Flying Frog Brigade Set to Embark on The Hunt For Green October Tour Trey Anastasio Adds New Classic TAB Dates to Fall Tour We wish you all love & peace and look forward to seeing you again soon at The Funky Biscuit! ❤️ĭead & Company Treat The City of Brotherly Love to Tour Debutsīilly Strings Debuts Original Song “Be Your Man” in Cleveland ![]() This is not the end of our story…just a new season! We fought the good fight and now it’s time for us to rest. We are very proud of not only what we have accomplished over the last 9 years, but also what we have done safely and responsibly over the last 5 months in the face of a global pandemic. Monday August 31st, will be our last waltz for the foreseeable future. It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that we announce that as of September 1st, we will be closing our doors until further notice. ![]() In the meantime, artists, business owners and government officials continue to push the Save Our Stages Act, which intends to give a financial boost to struggling venues. ![]() ![]() This is not the end of our story…just a new season!” “We fought the good fight and now it’s time for us to rest. “We are very proud of not only what we have accomplished over the last 9 years, but also what we have done safely and responsibly over the last 5 months in the face of a global pandemic,” writes founder/CEO Albert Poliak. Like many independent venues, The Funky Biscuit struggled amidst the COVID-19 outbreak, and despite reopening in May, they’ve decided to halt their business for the time being. Boca Raton club The Funky Biscuit will close its doors on Sept.
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