Dr. G and the Believers
Overview
Dr. G and the Believers is a group of seasoned musicians that has been entertaining audiences across New England with their selection of hip-shakin' blues and blues-infused tunes. It's a blues dance party with our selection of high energy, dance-able tunes that will keep the crowd jumping! Influences include Junior Wells, Howlin’ Wolf, Muddy Waters, Ray Charles, the Fabulous Thunderbirds, Robert Cray and others. Swinging, funky and rockin' blues and R&B, this is music to cure what ails you! The Blues Doctor is in!
Reviews
2 reviews
Rachel C.
July 8, 2025Perfect way to say farewell to our wedding guests!
We hired Dr. G and the Believers to do a bluesy brunch post-wedding and they were the perfect fit! Their music selections were upbeat and all the musicians sounded terrific. Not to mention, they were all super friendly and accommodating, even adding a last-minute favorite song of mine to their set list. A great accompaniment to our farewell brunch! I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for a high-caliber, professional blues band!!!
Hired as: Blues Band
Jack K.
May 15, 2024Singing the Blues
Dr G and the Believers know how to entertain. Nothing like live music to liven up a party. Full of high energy, everyone is up and dancing. Highly recommend them.
Hired as: Blues Band
Booking information
Price range: Contact for rates
Languages: English
Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes
What to expect
Dr. G and the Believers Offers:
A captivating High-Energy Blues and R&B Performance
A Setlist tailored to Your Event Vibe
Seamless Integration with Your Event Schedule
Professional Sound Equipment and Setup
Local Knowledge for Connecticut, Rhode Island and Surrounding Areas
Customizable Packages to Suit Your Unique Requirements
About
I, Bob Garofalo, aka Dr. G, am the music director of Dr. G and the Believers. I have been hooked on the blues since high school and have been playing blues harmonica and keys since then. Blues music is the foundation of rock and roll. It is full of fire and grit and built on rhythms that grab and don't let go.
I watched people at one of our corporate events bobbing their heads to the music, tapping their feet, and finally dancing to the irresistible, upbeat, high energy mix of soulful blues and R&B tunes that we play. That made me realize the power of my music to transform an event, and is why I'm so passionate about using my live music to make events successful and enrich peoples' lives.
See what our music can do for your events - take the next step and book Dr. G and the Believers. The Blues Doctor is in!
Services offered
Past booked events
July 2025
05
Saturday
Wedding Reception
9:30am - 11:30am
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Newport, RI
November 2024
08
Friday
Dr. G at La Luna
6:00pm - 9:00pm
October 2024
18
Friday
Dr. G at Stomping Ground
8:00pm - 11:00pm
September 2024
06
Friday
Dr. G at Water's Edge
6:00pm - 10:00pm
August 2024
24
Saturday
Dr. G at Water's Edge
6:00pm - 10:00pm
23
Friday
Dr. G at La Luna
6:00pm - 9:00pm
14
Wednesday
Boathouse Blues at McCooks
6:00pm - 8:30pm
09
Friday
Dr. G at Water's Edge
6:00pm - 10:00pm
03
Saturday
Boathouse Blues at 3 Belles
6:00pm - 8:30pm
02
Friday
Dr. G at Water's Edge
6:00pm - 10:00pm
July 2024
25
Thursday
Dr. G at Water's Edge
6:00pm - 10:00pm
17
Wednesday
Dr. G at McCooks
6:00pm - 8:00pm
12
Friday
Dr. G at Tamarack Lodge
6:30pm - 9:30pm
05
Friday
Dr. G at Water's Edge
6:00pm - 10:00pm
June 2024
30
Sunday
Dr. G at The Stand
5:00pm - 8:00pm
14
Friday
Dr. G at Water's Edge
6:00pm - 10:00pm
May 2024
31
Friday
Dr. G at La Luna
6:00pm - 9:00pm
17
Friday
Dr. G at Stomping Ground
8:00pm - 11:00pm
03
Friday
Dr. G at Tamarack Lodge
6:30pm - 9:30pm
April 2024
26
Friday
Dr. G at Sneekers Cafe
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Set list
Our playlist of classic and modern blues is fun, dance-able and can be tailored to your event. The attendees at your event will be entertained with iconic tunes from blues and R&B legends such as BB King, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Ray Charles, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Buddy Guy, Robert Cray, Eric Clapton, Albert Collins, and more. Let the power of live blues and R&B elevate your event to extraordinary heights!
Some Examples:
Pride and Joy - Stevie Ray Vaughn
Tore Down - Eric Clapton
You Upset me, Baby - BB King
Phone Booth - Robert Cray
Honey Hush - Albert Collins
Love her with a feeling - Taj Mahal
I don't need no Doctor - Ray Charles
The House is Rockin' - Stevie Ray Vaughn
Standin on Shakey Ground - Temps/Junior Wells
Cold Sweat - James Brown/Boneshakers
Messin' with the Kid - Junior Wells and Buddy Guy
Influences and inspiration
Influences include many of the classic and current blues greats such as Junior Wells, Howlin’ Wolf, Muddy Waters, Ray Charles, the Fabulous Thunderbirds, Robert Cray, Joe Bonamassa, Tab Benoit, Eric Clapton, Coco Montoya and others.