The Marcus Rezak Band ft. Kris Myers (formerly Umphrey's McGee), Kalyan Pathak (Aretha Franklin) &..
Schedule
Thu, 18 Dec, 2025 at 08:00 pm
UTC-06:00Location
Garcia's Chicago | Chicago, IL
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Performing originals from Marcus' albums, as well as cuts from Phish, Grateful Dead, Zappa, Jazz Fusion, Prog Rock, and more! Featuring:
Kris Myers (formerly of Umphrey’s McGee)
Kalyan Pathak (Aretha Franklin, Corky Siegel, Howard Levy)
Andrew Lawrence (Bonzo Squad/District 97)
Erik Norman (Old Shoe)
"After Kris Myers and I began performing together in 2010 with Digital Tape Machine, he recorded on my debut original record in 2018, “Gateway to the Galaxy,” featuring Bill Evans of the Miles Davis Band, Arthur Barrow of the Frank Zappa Band, and Joel Cummins of Umphreys McGee. We’ve been friends performing together ever since and have continued to release singles together, such as “Kyoto Cocktail” in 2020 while also performing live across the country together, playing shows in LA, NYC, Denver, and many others. Now we will be presenting music from all of my original albums and select covers that will blow your mind.” -Marcus Rezak
About Marcus Rezak Band
Marcus Rezak is an eminent force in the world of modern guitar.
He is known as a road warrior, playing over 200 headlining shows throughout the US every year, and for his prowess as a bandleader, fronting a bountiful roster of projects ranging from original compositions to his high-octane Grateful Dead tribute Band Shred is Dead and the recently established Gumbo paying homage to Phish’s 1.0 era on an authentic 90s rig on Languedoc Guitars and coveted gear used by Trey Anastasio during the band’s formative years.
The culmination of accolades has found him collaborating with the likes of GRAMMY-award-winning producer Paul Nelson (Johnny Winter, Eric Clapton, Buddy Guy); Kris Myers (Umphrey’s McGee), Joel Cummins (Umphrey’s McGee), Ike Willis (Frank Zappa), Arthur Barrow (Frank Zappa); Erik Lawrence (Little Feat); and countless others.
Having a commanding stage presence, Rezak takes the euphoric freedom of live music and directs its path into a unique approach with sensibilities of taking comprehensive mental notes on what works, what to improve, and fostering an environment for all collaborators to exceed their full potential in any configuration with any lineup.
This innate skill set has led him to form once-in-a-lifetime super groups such as a Friendsgiving Performance at the legendary Troubadour in West Hollywood, CA that featured Robby Krieger (The Doors), Felix Pastorius (Hipster Assasins), Scott Page (Pink Floyd), and many more; leading project of his own through several tours throughout the US Virgin Islands with LP Giobbi; and curating official after-parties for Umphrey’s McGee, Phish, Dead and Company, and many more.
Rezak’s latest endeavor finds the Chicago native collaborating with GRAMMY-award-winner Paul Nelson to produce his next body of work titled Guitar Head, a blues-oriented album that melds his prestige in the jam, improvisation, and songwriting world with his roots that hail from the “Home of the Blues.” Marcus recently performing with Blues Traveler and the famous Ravinia Festival near Chicago. Also, he has recently toured and opened for reggae greats, Steel Pulse.
The current album Guitar Head released via Deko Entertainment and distributed through ADA/Warner Music Group and features Ray Paczkowski (Trey Anastasio Band), Adrian Tramontano (Twiddle & Kung Fu), and Chris DeAngelis (Kung Fu & The Machine), and Erik Lawrence (Little Feat). His brand new album coming out in 2026
Marcus has earned music degrees from Berklee College of Music B.M 2006, and Masters Degree in Jazz Composition from DePaul University M.M. 2012 as he tours, records, composes, and educates other musicians.
www.marcusrezak.com
All sales are final, no refunds/exchanges permitted, but tickets may be transferred through your TM Account. Garcia's is fully ADA compliant featuring wheelchair lifts and ramps between the various levels of the venue, assisted listening devices upon request, and allows official service animals. Premium Table seating is located closest to the stage offering the most intimate music experience for guests and includes table service. Reserved Table seating is located on our main floor, behind the Premium section, and also includes table service. Both Premium and Reserved table seating is cabaret style which means you may be sitting with other fans. Private Booths are available and depending on the booth seats 1 to 4, 5, or 6 guests. General Admission/Standing Room is located around the sides of the room on an elevated level for quality viewing and easy bar access.
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 24 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Garcia's Chicago Presale : Thu, 23 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Where is it happening?
Garcia's Chicago, 39 N LaSalle St, Chicago, IL 60602, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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