Gisto and the Grateful Living is a Reggae Jam band that brings together the sounds of classic Jamaican reggae and Dancehall, blending with elements of the Grateful Dead, Phish, and Allman Brothers to create a unique and improvisational live experience.
Formed in 2020, Gisto and the Grateful Living is quickly gaining a reputation for their high-energy performances and soulful jams with singalong lyrics. The lead singer Gisto, formerly of legendary Canadian band Wassabi Collective, has shared the stage with some big names including Damian Marley, Lee Scratch Perry, Ghostface killer, Kaos and more. He also has collaborations with Jamaican artists Capleton, Sizzla, and Gyptian Gisto and the Grateful Living members hail from different backgrounds, each the piece of a larger puzzle. Together, with a love of life and music, they become greater than the sum of their parts. They each bring a unique perspective to lift the spirits and the morale of any audience, event, bar staff, or fellow performers. With a love for spontaneity and their dedication to creating an unparalleled experience, Gisto and the Grateful Living is sure to leave you feeling inspired and elated.