PHIL GALLAGHER

"Gristle"

Singing Guitarist

About "Gristle"...

My wife jokingly gave me the nickname one morning, in reference to my "rougher edges". Funny but fair...
As I taught myself to play (well into my 40's while our kids teased me), I joked, "If anyone ever pays me to play guitar and sing, I'll use the money to feed other kids!"...
To my own surprise and delight, I played an open mic and was offered my first gig just after. I thought more deeply about the joke to my kids and my example ...
Did you know $1 can provide up to ten meals for someone hungry, not at our table? Breakfast, lunch and dinner, for a neighbor and their kids. $3 can provide a hot meal and warmth at a mission...
By definition, "gristle is tough but also cushions, connects and supports". I like that. It somehow fits my musical tastes, style, and aspirations. I play for people, food, and fun.
"Gristle" Phil

My guitar story...
"Playing it forward."

* Self-taught guitarist, singer, and songwriter since 2015.

* Performing professionally since 2019 at restaurants, taverns, bars, parties, parks, street corners... Anywhere!

* Appearances at: PH_Steakhouse, Gladstone Tavern, FOMO, Bar Cilento, Bernie's, Black Horse Tavern, Horseshoe Tavern, Fiddler's CC and many other private events/venues.

* I play and enjoy all types of music, including Classic Rock, Pop, Country, Folk, etc. (some set lists in pic gallery).

* I accept advance bookings for affordable, competitive industry rates (please ask); for public venues, private parties, and social events (let's talk about your music needs).

* I sometimes perform with another guitarist as Gristle&Bone.

* PLEASE LOOK AND LISTEN (scroll below) and come see me for FREE anywhere listed... Ask about your private party music!

* My personal focus in performing professionally is to share my sound with you AND "play it forward" towards local charities, food banks, and missions. I dedicate a sizeable portion of my wages and your gratuities towards helping provide food and care for the less fortunate in the communities where I perform...

Your bookings help feed neighbors!

*Over 99,550 meals and care "played forward" to date!

THANK YOU!