The Way Station Events
21+ all the time (it is a bar after all)
All events are a strongly suggested $5 donation unless indicated otherwise.
TUESDAY 1/27
Bar Opens @ 4pm
No Events
WEDNESDAY 1/28
8pm- Robinson Treacher
Genre: Singer/Songwriter
Similar Sound: Richie Havens, Keb Mo, Otis Redding, Cat Stevens, Ray LaMontagne
Robinson Treacher is a uniquely emotional singer/songwriter whose live shows are focused on passionate performance combined with equally passionate lyrics. His music has been defined as everything from Gospel/Soul to Country/Folk, but he'd rather the listener define it for him/herself. He spends most of his time between NYC and Nashville and is currently completing his third recording due out in the spring.
"Robinson's smoky and raspy voice quickly excels in the spotlight. He is a true storyteller who gives you goosebumps while listening to his strong and highly emotional songs. This guy needs to be discovered very soon!" - www.rootstime.be
"Soulful, bluesy with a little bit of rock, all combine to elevate this artist from the many others who are active in this market." - Paul McGee -Lonesome Highway
www.robinsontreacher.com
www.sojournrecords.com
www.youtube.com/robinsontreacher
9pm- Zuni Mountain Boys
The Zuni Mountain Boys are an Americana duo based out of Brooklyn. Connor McGinnis and Matt Campbell formed the group in early 2014. They recorded their first EP in East Nashville in late May over two days, and released it via bandcamp in August 2014. The five song EP consists predominantly of two acoustic guitars, and two part harmonies with Connor singing the leads, and Matt accompanying. Dobro and piano are the only other accents on the recording, leaving the sound spare, with little more than is necessary to deliver the song. The lyrics hesitate to dip into the abstract, and instead paint the sound with ordinary images that allow the listener to arrive at something larger on their own.
https://thezunimountainboys.bandcamp.com/
10pm- Cropdust
Genre: Old-Time
For fans of: Old Crow Medicine Show, Carolina Chocolate Drops, Doc Watson
Cropdust is a lively five-piece string band who play original roots music inhabited by the spirits of old-timey Americana.
www.facebook.com/Cropdust
11pm- Tanbark
Genre: Americana
For fans of: Gillian Welch, Gram Parsons, Angel Olsen
Formed in Minneapolis and residing in Brooklyn, Tanbark is a sometimes acoustic duo, sometimes country band with an all the time affinity for close harmonies and lonesome melodies.
www.tanbarkmusic.com
THURSDAY 1/29
8pm- Daniel Rylander
Genre: Acoustic/Alternative/Indie/Folk Rock
For fans of: City & Colour, John Mayer, Ed Sheeran, Ben Folds, Relient K, This Wild Life.
Rockin’ smooth tunes with catchy licks that are sure to get stuck in your head. A nice blend of new and old themes with lyrics that come straight from the heart, mind, and soul. Hopelessly romantic with everything to prove, offering a new take on an age-old theme which is seemingly timeless. A refreshingly new but familiar sound which captivates listeners both young and old. A little musical something that everyone can relate to and take with them that will put a smile on their face.
“[Daniel] Rylander, a drummer by trade who taught himself piano, guitar and a few other instruments, packs the album’s [Strawberry Skyline] 13 tracks with his high emotionally charged tenor to keening melodies that recall other singer/songwriters such as Ben Folds and ’90s emo-kings Dashboard Confessional.
"Love seems to be the overriding theme of the 63-minute work, be it abusive, forlorn, lost, brand new or all consuming. Rylander’s got a lot to say about relationships both interpersonal and familial.”
“[Daniel] Rylander’s musical talent, his way with a sing-songy melody and the cool instrumental touches that beef up his arrangements should garner him some attention and fans.”
-- Above quotes taken from Malcolm X Abram’s review of Strawberry Skyline in the Akron Beacon Journal on Oct. 4, 2013.
“My favorite act of the night came next. Daniel Rylander is a singer/songwriter from Akron, Ohio who released his debut album [Strawberry Skyline] last September and it is nice. I’ve listened to it at least 5 times since Friday night. I even had it playing while I was at work and every person that came into the room commented on how good it was. [Daniel] Rylander touches on a wide variety of genres from indie rock to country and blues. It’s hard not to find at least one song that you like. Plus his voice is amazing. It’s fresh, young, and a bit soulful.” -Taken from Tea Time with the Mad Artist : blog by Akron-area blogger and photographer, Bronlynn Thurman on Jan. 19, 2014.
http://www.danielrylander.com/
http://danielrylander.bandcamp.com/
https://soundcloud.com/daniel-rylander
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl9XIVqsshMdn93qKwshr8g
http://vimeo.com/mikehurley/videos
9pm- Kings County Ramblers
Genre: bluegrass, rag time, Americana
Bluegrass in Brooklyn! It's a wonderful thing and the Ramblers are helping to keep the tradition moving forward. We're a scrappy group of pickers emerging on the Brooklyn scene. Playing a great style of music that brings together bluegrass, rag time, Americana and improvisational jamming. Everything from fast paced cookin’ with gas to slow eerie old timey numbers. The way music is supposed to be. A good time celebration with organic instruments; banjo, mandolin, acoustic guitar and Bob the upright bass. Y'all should come!
One I Love (M. Wyatt)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idSiblwC58w (Preview)
Avery (E. Hultman)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjPcuPDoQDA (Preview)
10pm- Breanna Barbara
Genre: BLUES AMERICANA ROCK N ROLL
For fans of: WANDA JACKSON, JESSE MAE HEMPHILL, THE VENTURES, ELVIS, THE ROLLING STONES, LINK WRAY, LEAD BELLY, HANK WILLIAMS SR, HURRAY FOR THE RIFF RAFF, THE BLACK KEYS, THE WHITE STRIPES,
ONE WOMAN SONGSTRESS SINGS AVANT GARDE BLUES FOR UNMARKETABLE MUSIC SAKE
“intriguing, intense, fun, lo-fi original punk blues resonator guitarist/singer Breanna Barbara ignites the stage with vocals so raw powerful you leave hypnotized ” – New York Daily Music
breannabarbara.bandcamp.com
facebook.com/breanna.barbara.arneson
11pm- We're Ghosts Now
Genre: Indie/Alternative/Rock
For fans of: The Airborne Toxic Event/The Gaslight Anthem/ Murder By Death/ The Black Keys/ Alkaline Trio
Our music puts you on your feet and makes you dance around. We’re very lively musicians that like to see the audience as involved with our set as possible. We show our passion for music through our songs and our live performance. We’re Ghosts Now is an original treat for your ears to enjoy. No matter the time and place We’re Ghosts Now are there to bring the party.
https://www.facebook.com/wereghostsnow?ref=bookmarks
http://www.reverbnation.com/wereghostsnow?profile_view_source=header_icon_nav
FRIDAY 1/30
8pm- Tim Haufe
Genre: Indie/Folk/Acoustic
For fans of: Elliott Smith, Jeff Buckley, Daniel Rossen, Stevie Wonder
Tim Haufe is a songwriter and musician who grew up in Poughkeepsie, NY. His music is volatile, desperate, beautiful, dynamic, and full of hope. His latest self-produced album, The End of the Year (November 2012), has received critical acclaim. On stage he typically performs as a solo act, presenting an intimate and inspiring musical experience. Haufe currently lives in New York, where he is striving to establish for his music the grand reputation that it deserves.
“Tim has all the qualities one looks for in a live performance: He is in tune with the elasticity of the crowd. I could feel myself being drawn closer and closer to the music as the song went on.” -Daniel Dissinger, InStereoPress
www.timhaufe.com
timhaufe.bandcamp.com
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C3qfi82iBb0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9to2sEdoqMg
9pm- Golden Alphabet
Genre: Indie Psychedelic Folk
For fans of: Modest Mouse, Cat Stevens, Bright Eyes
Mostly consistent of transplants from the desert of Tucson, Arizona, Golden Alphabet has reformed it’s live line-up here, in the center of the universe, Brooklyn, New York. Based on the song writing of singer, Tommy Cormier, Golden Alphabet stylistically changes along with Cormier’s short attention span. The band’s lyrically driven music shifts from indie folk, to psychedelic, to baroque pop.
Review of our 1st record, "A List of Our Worries":
The album contains 10 tracks that fall under the wide-ranging category of indie rock, though there are variations in sound. After a minute-plus as a ramshackle instrumental, opening track "Visionary Quest" morphs into what sounds like a passage from a long-lost rock opera—it wouldn't sound out of place on The Wall—with Cormier singing, "If I'm just a little boy with a stick in his eye, I'll never be a Jesuit / I am self-deny." After a little synth-led passage, it leads smoothly into "This Cactus Country," a chugging little tune with a big sound (fun game: count the instruments!) and a gorgeously melancholy melody. The lyrics on the album, which are largely above-par, carry the weight of melancholy, too: "I've been buying into salesmanship / 'Good job! You know, you're really doing well' / I wonder how long Humpty Dumpty sat there / I wonder how long before he fell." If I had to pithily describe the overall vibe of A List of Our Worries, I'd say it's like an indie-folk take on what Modest Mouse or Arcade Fire does (with Bright Eyes in there, too), but that's selling it short, especially when a song like "Me Lovely," the bulk of which resembles no one so much as the Tom Tom Club, comes on." -Stephen Seigel, Tucson Weekly
http://goldenalphabet.com/
https://goldenalphabet.bandcamp.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4VOVOSylts
10pm- Marek and the Boss Chops
Genre: boogie woogie, honky tonk and early rock & roll
For fans of: Hank, Fats, Chuck, Jerry Lee, Muddy
A piano pounding, vocally driven spin on the roots of rock & roll. Marek Sapieyevski (piano/vocals) leads a full throttle run through the stuff of Hank, Fats, Chuck, Jerry Lee, Muddy, and more. With Charley Layton (upright) Griffin Sherbert (drums), and special guests on saxophone or fiddle.
www.marekandthebosschops.com
SATURDAY 1/31
8pm- Jazz Thieves
Genre: Jazz/Rock
For fans of: Joni Mitchell, Tom Waits, Sufjan Stevens, Bjork
The Jazz Thieves are a group of jazz musicians from Brooklyn, NY. Their music "steals" elements from other different styles of music and brings them to jazz. Like true thieves, they improvise while sticking to a plan, and rely on a "certain set of skills" to help them make music. The band features the dynamic vocalist Matt Robbins, in addition to Ayumi Ishito on sax, Garrett Manley on guitar, Carter Bales on drums, and John Gray, the leader of The Jazz Thieves, on bass.
www.jazzthieves.com
https://www.youtube.com/user/johngray17
9pm- Cuervo Jones
Who is Cuervo Jones?
Combining catchy melodies, driving rhythms, and powerful guitar, this dance punk power trio exploded on NYC scene in 2013. Pulling from the best of their favorite bands: the Ramones, Arctic Monkeys, and the Strokes, Cuervo Jones will be in your head long after the last cymbal crash and barre chord have faded out into the night.
http://cuervojones.bandcamp.com/
10pm- Community Center
Genre: Indie Rock
For fans of: Arcade Fire, Bruce Springsteen, Tom Waits, Murder By Death
Community Center is a hardworking 7-piece indie rock band from Baltimore, MD. With a live show that features accordion, violin, sax, cello, and clarinet, Community Center has garnered a reputation for being one of the most exciting and unpredictable young bands working today. The band currently has two songs in rotation on east coast radio stations and this summer Community Center is playing their first festival dates. With a new album coming out at the end of the summer and their first road shows scheduled throughout the rest of the year, Community Center has quickly proven to be one of the most promising up-and-coming bands. Don't miss this show!
Facebook.com/CommunityCenterBand
CommunityCenter.BandCamp.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nTUKEYxsJqg
SUNDAY 2/1
4pm- Moving Pictures: Hand-picked entertainment on the big screen each Sunday evening at the Way Station.
The Way Back Machine: Spaceballs
Lone Starr, Barf the Mawg, Dot Matrix (Joan Rivers!) and Princess Vespa save Planet Druidia from the evil clutches of Dark Helmet. Not enough? How about, it’s a quotable movie; you’re all invited to quote and MST3K (or RiffTrax) the hell out of it!
9pm- Nerd Karaoke
DJ JOE RUDE and The KINGS of KARAOKE present a Nerds Night to RAWK OUT at the BAR with the TARDIS!!! Come sing They Might Be Giants, Tom Lehrer, Jonathan Coulton, and MORE! No cover, awesome cocktails and fine beers on tap--its the best party Sunday can buy!
http://thekingsofkaraoke.com/
MONDAY 2/2
6pm- Monday Movie Madness: The Last Star Fighter
8pm-12am- Paul Ryan Presents an evening of singer songwriters
Paul Ryan brings together some of the best singer songwriters in Brooklyn - and from around the world - to perform the first Monday of every month at The Way Station. You are guaranteed to be charmed, enchanted and enthralled!
8pm- Dan Zimmerman
Genre: Indie Acoustic Rock
For fans of: Mountain Goats, Mike Doughty, The National
Intelligent, catchy acoustic rock that's at once a little bleak and a little beautiful, a little strange and a little hopeful.
http://danzimmerman.bandcamp.com
9pm- Joel Zighel
Genre: Blues / Jazz inspired piano-playing songwriter
For fans of: Randy Newman, Donald Fagen, Mose Allison, Dr. John
A piano, a guy singing, you're in a bar in Amsterdam in 1976 on your fifth beer. You've got to get back to your hotel at some point, but the music is good, so you stay.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BdLzd80RT3U
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w__1a0znrK8
10pm- Jo Kroger
11pm- Paul Ryan
Genre: Singer Songwriter
For fans of: Tom Waits, Tim Buckley, Leonard Cohen, Bob Dylan, Radiohead, The Beatles
Paul Ryan is an Irish-born singer and guitarist. Paul has been living and playing music in Brooklyn for the past three years. With songs of life, love, and living, he is inspired by the music of Tom Waits, Tim Buckley, Leonard Cohen, Bob Dylan, Radiohead, The Beatles, and more.
TUESDAY 2/3
8pm- Shannon Pelcher
Genre: Folky Jazz
For fans of: Brandi Carlile, M. Ward, Nora Jones
With nods to Tin Pan Alley, 1960s folk and experimental acoustic, Shannon Pelcher has one foot dipped in the jazz world and the other planted in singer/songwriter storytelling traditions. Her dreamlike lyrics and lilting vocals are backed by elegantly deft guitar playing, and her sound is both vintage and contemporary, influenced as much by John Coltrane as it is by PJ Harvey.
“She’s very eclectic, has a great sense of melody and sings in an unaffectedly clear, nuanced soprano.” http://newyorkmusicdaily.wordpress.com/2014/06/24/shannonjessi/
http://shannonpelcher.com/
9pm- Marine Futin
Genre: Jazzy Singer Songwriting
For fans of: folk, jazz, singer songwriting
Based in Brooklyn, French singer-songwriter Marine Futin takes her colored groove from the energy of the City. Her fusion of jazz and blues seamlessly mixes with folk influences. Surrounded by some of New York's leading young musicians, she has defined her own style with her melodic compositions and search for new sounds. Lately she performed the Blue Note in New York and the Sunset jAZZ cLUB in Paris!
www.marine.futin.fr
10pm- Cigarettes After Sex
Genre: Dream Pop
For fans of: Cocteau Twins, Red House Painters, Julee Cruise
Cigarettes After Sex was founded by Gregory Gonzalez in El Paso, TX. Initially created in 2008 the group has included a number of different members / collaborators since its inception. Released in late 2012, their latest EP, recorded in a stairway over the course of a night, draws upon the influences of the Trinity Session, Julee Cruise, Red House Painters & Cocteau Twins.
cigarettesaftersex.com
11pm- Stereo Intercourse
Genre: Space-Synth Electronic/Experimental/Pop
For fans of: Yeah-Yeahs, Ratatat, Grimes, Bjork, Patti Smith, Blonde
Stereo Intercourse is a space/pop/experimental duo that consists of drummer/engineer/producer Jonathan Vergara and pianist/singer/producer/engineer Toma. Together they will tickle your ears with insane imaginative beats, harmonies, and screaming vocals that are reminiscent of Bjork and Patti Smith. STR ITR creates electronic-innovative melodic songs that enter your membrane and exit your heart like the G train. Don't forget to wear protection when listening to these creatures, they may give you a virus of aural fixation.
“This sound, the electric technotronic beat is already having a delicious effect on my mood. Very appealing beat. The rhythm is rolling and going in and out on waves of melody. This beat is off the chain. This band has a unique sound. I think they have something.” -ReverbNation January 2nd, 2015
“The vocals are unique, they are kinda a mix between Madonna and Katy Perry.” -ReverbNation January 2nd, 2015
https://www.facebook.com/stereoIMusic?ref=tn_tnmn
www.stereointercourse.net
http://www.reverbnation.com/stereointercourse
WEDNESDAY 2/4
8pm- RCO Songwriters Circle presents Wes Hutchinson, Marco Argiro, and Daniel Stampfel
Genre: Singer/Songwriter
For fans of: Buddy Holly, Elvis Costello, Beatles, Tom Petty, Elliot Smith
Wes Hutchinson - Wes Hutchinson's original compositions have been placed in IFC's movie 'Peace, Love, and Misunderstanding, MTV's The Real World: Brooklyn, CW's 'Gossip Girl', 'Life Unexpected' and 'Melrose Place', MTV's 'Laguna Beach', Animal Planet's 'Jockeys', CBS' 'The Young and The Restless' and 'Clubhouse', NBC's 'The Biggest Loser', 'Windfall', and Fox's 'Roswell', 'Boston Public' and 'Party of Five' DVD Compilation. He was named the BMI® Songwriters Hall of Fame Abe Olman Scholarship recipient. In October of 2013, Wes released his sophomore solo effort, produced by John Davis, 'All The Plans Have Changed'.
Marco Argiro – Marco Argiro has made a name for himself internationally in the ultra melodic power-pop band Le Mood, as well as the transatlantic anthemic rock group The Killing Floor. Argiro also took over as lead vocalist, filling in for the ailing Michael Graves (The Misfits) during the kickoff of Marky Ramone’s Blitzkrieg European tour. Marco splits his time between his new project Marco With Love, Le Mood and the Killing Floor. Argiro also started his own record label, Outright Rock Records.
Daniel Stampfel - In the past two decades, Daniel Stampfel has played in ska, power-pop, garage rock and glam rock bands. Stampfel first left a mark on the music world with The Skastafarians, who won Late Night with Conan O’Brien’s 10th Annual College Band Search. Stampfel then assembled The Inevitable Breakups in 1999 who became beloved sons of NYC with their catchy, crunchy power-pop. His current band, At The Moment, performs stripped-down, heartfelt pop-rock set aloft by Stampfel’s unique voice. Stampfel is also a current member of Michael T and the Vanities.
“…what Stampfel is doing is putting his own stamp on an oldschool style, tuneful verses working their way up to irresistibly catchy resolutions when the choruses hit.” – New York Music Daily
“…Argiro is ever the quintessential frontman,” – The Broward Palm Beach New Times
www.weshutchinson.com - Wes Hutchinson
http://marcowithlove.com/ - Marco Argiro
www.atthemomentmusic.com - Daniel Stampfel
http://youtu.be/QyjeidURUjw - Wes on Jimmy Lloyd Songwriter Showcase - NBC
http://youtu.be/kPBbcBl6iTw - Marco on Live @ Virtue and Vice Studios
http://youtu.be/qg0s0MsH8xU - Daniel’s Make You Mad video
9pm- Bud Collins Trio
Genre: original pop
For fans of: XTC, Todd Rundgren, Steely Dan, Pink Floyd, Elvis Costello
Bud Collins Trio was formed in CT in 1987, appeared on MTV basement tapes, and toured extensively throughout the US during the 90’s, playing with the likes of Bob Mould, Blues Traveler, and Maceo Parker. Reformed in 2009 after a 10 year hiatus. BC3 write and play a kind of strangely familiar sounding original melodic pop, with shades of jazz and psychedelia, and attention twisting lyrics.
“Jazz, funk, psychedelia and rock labels all apply. However, this isn’t just another band that grabs haphazardly at musical styles. There’s a sense of quality and sincerity in the music” – The Reconnoiter, Youngstown Ohio
“Beautifully produced and amazingly lush and rich crossover\fusion music. Titles and lyrics tend to be playful, and the whole has an innovative feel that is seldom equaled in self-produced music.” – Factsheet Five
http://www.soundcloud.com/budcollinstrio
https://www.youtube.com/user/rogeen/feed
10pm- LTLT
Genre: Folk/ Rock/Indie
For fans of: Joni Mitchell, The Cranberries, Old Crow Medicine Show
LTLT is as musically eclectic as the members who give it life. Fronted by San Francisco native, L.T. Tannenbaum, with three of Maryland’s finest, John Bimbiras, Dylan Kaminkow, and Allen Branch on guitar, upright bass, and percussion, respectively, and the incredibly talented Céline Boulben on violin hailing all the way from France, LTLT delivers a sound that reflects each of its part’s unique stories, warm spirits, and their abiding love of fun. Their music is catchy but complex, different but highly accessible, with a perfect balance of depth and humor.
facebook.com/ltltband
11pm- Institute of Flyer Learning
Genre: hip-hop/neo-soul/electronic
For fans of: Little Dragon, Janelle Monae, Theophilus London, Outkast, The Flaming Lips
The Institute of Flyer Learning is a Brooklyn based hip-hop/neo-soul band composed of a singer, a rapper, and a rhythm section. Human vocals mesh with electronic beats, pulsing bass lines, and guitar arpeggios pouring out like sunshine. Flyer Learning performs original songs drawing upon eclectic influences ranging from old school hip-hop and electronic music to art-rock and funk. For good measure, they also perform some retro-future/re-mixed covers of classic hip-hop/soul songs, paying homage to the grand masters that came before, rocked the mic, dropped the mic, and inspired them to get up and write.
soundcloud.com/flyerlearning
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_pKBR6Q2b6CYgKaRtrVlMw
FRIDAY 2/6
8pm- Hurrah! A Bolt of Light!
Genre: Indie Rock
For fans of: The Pixies, Dr Dog, and The New Pornographers
High energy rock and roll you can dance to. Anthemic choruses you can shout along to after hearing for the first time. Good luck standing still during the show.
“encompassing pop-like electronics, standard rock instrumentals, and haunting indie vocals; when used in combination with the band’s shockingly powerful lyrics, a sound is created that is innovative, emotionally provocative, and enthusiastic. Hurrah! A Bolt Of Light is a vivacious and surprisingly innovative addition to indie-rock.” WSBU fm
www.hurrahaboltoflight.com
9pm- Mappa Mundi
Genre: Chamber Pop/ Alt-Folk/ Indie Rock
For fans of: Decemberists, Devotchka, Bon Iver, Lost in the Trees, Laura Marling, San Fermin, Hey Marseille, Wild Beasts, The Head and the Heart
Mappa Mundi combines sweet chamber pop with reedy Americana, jangly folk, and snarling rock to craft epic and introspective story-songs. Helmed by composer, singer, trumpeter, and ukuleleist, Adam Levine, their new EP, At Sea (Jan 27th), blends all of these influences to create songs about loss, fear, 19th century literature, failure, love, and physics.
“Brooklyn, New York singer and songwriter Adam Levine, leader of Mappa Mundi, has no fear of sentiment. He knows that feelings need not be filtered through irony, even in the context of indie rock. On the lushly-arranged and folksy “So Obscure,” he lays his heart on the line between bathos and beauty.” —KDHX
mappamundiband.com
facebook.com/mappamundi
mappamundi.bandcamp.com
10pm- Double Down
Genre: Swing/Rock/Pop
For fans of: Frank Sinatra, Brian Setzer, Michael Buble, Chicago
Rat Pack style swing with a high energy, modern edge. Imagine the good old days of popular music with a modern twist! From Frank Sinatra and Bobby Darin to classic pop/rock hits from the 80′s and 90′s and today, Double Down swings the hell out of everything. Take a look and discover New York City’s best kept secret that is poised to take over!
"This band has a tight sound and keeps the audience on their feet. I booked them for a dance event, and not only did the guests talk about them for weeks afterwards, they requested that we hire them for nearly every upcoming event." - Stacee Mandeville, featured dancer of Mad Hot Ballroom
"Double Down performs with an infectious energy, you can't help but tap your feet. We booked them for several gigs, and they never fail to make our events a smashing success." - Tommy Sunshine, NY impessario
www.doubledownmusic.com
SATURDAY 2/7
8pm- Hamin Reed
Genre: Acoustic
For fans of: Elliott Smith, Tool
Hamin Reed [hay min reid] conveys love & hate, dark & light, everything between & everything outside, and what it means to the human psyche. Born in New Bedford, Massachusetts in 1984, he has been performing regularly solo or with different musicians from all over the world. Currently based in New York City.
"An acoustic artist who challenges the notions of wood, strings, and sentiment . . . Just as much a slap in the face of your "folky" values as it is an embrace of humanity song, craft, and experiment." -- Jason Medina (Producer/Promoter, Transient Authority)
"Jeff Andrade's musical project Hamin Reed goes unparalleled in its diversity of sound and talent. His voice is warm and heartbreaking on ballads and he can rock harder than any hardcore musician I've seen. The lyrics are thought provoking and emotionally moving to whimsically entertaining. Hamin Reed crosses a plethora of genres with a facility that does not make their performances seem disjointed. It is to say that whilst traversing through a variety of styles, there exists a continuity that is never lacking. Hamin Reed is an act that defines what more acts in current state should be, talented, creative and entertaining." -- Daniel Ouellette (Performance Artist, Daniel Ouellette and the Shobijin)
"Get inside the head and heart of one of the most evoking songwriters I have ever encountered. Genius insight to the world and who we are in it. I've been everywhere from Bluebird Cafe in Nashville to The Bitter End in NYC listening to hundreds of songwriters and none have been quite as prodigious as Jeff. He has inspired and ignited me as both a listener and a producer-songwriter. He has been an exquisite new addition to my ipod as well as an amazing addition to my life as a friend. Check him out. You will not regret it." -- Nicole Berkowitz (Producer-songwriter, The Willow Tree)
haminreed.com
9pm- Phantom Pop
Genre: Fusion/Funk/Jazz
For fans of: Snarky Puppy, Lettuce, Robert Glasper Experiment
Phantom Pop is a 5 piece instrumental band from Brooklyn, NY. The group combines elements of funk, soul, and R&B with the improvisation of jazz to create their own sound.
Originally formed by Dave Lowenthal to create an album, it was quickly realized that there was something special going on. The band consists of Dave Lowenthal on electric bass, Josh Schusterman on drums, Haruka Yabuno on keyboard, Matt Giella on cornet, and Atsushi Ouchi on saxophone.
www.phantompop.com
www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdaOV2RPiXg
www.facebook.com/phant0mpop
www.soundcloud.com/phantom-pop
www.twitter.com/PhantomPopMusic
10pm- Chevy Lopez
Genre: Gnar&B (R&B/Funk/Jazz)
For fans of: Big Brother and the Holding Company, Chaka Khan, Hiatus Kaiyote, Amy Whinehouse
Chevy Lopez is a high-energy Gnar&B band that tours the tri-state and beyond, blending everything from R&B to reggae. A mix of New Jersey and NYC dwellers, Chevy Lopez has come a long way from its cover band roots. Their original tunes now bring audiences to the brink of frenzied, funkadelic, fanaticism. Featuring: Lexi Todd on Vocals, Greg Warren on Lead Guitar, Julian Massiah on Saxophone, Chris Cielazewicz on Drums, Giovanni Stockton-Roussini on Bass Guitar, and Ryan McShea on Rhythm Guitar/Keyboard/Percussion. Chevy Lopez is an old soul with a fresh, funky twist.
"With a striking leading lady and her sultry vocal skills, the funk-reggae-jam-rock-fusion ban Chevy Lopez has something extra special..." -Victoria Lassonde - The Sandpaper
"Chevy Lopez flat out killed it with their soulful, jazz-rock fusion style and impressive jam sessions." -- Michael Molinaro, The Sandpaper
chevylopez.com
www.revernation.com/chevylopez
www.facebook.com/chevylopez101
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PHNbPXmVduQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qTjDvBdDzDQ
SUNDAY 2/8
4pm- Moving Pictures: Hand-picked entertainment on the big screen each Sunday evening at the Way Station.
The Way Back Machine: Sunday in the Park with Sondheim
Join us for a screening of the original cast production of Into the Woods. A month has passed, with enough time to rant, rave, or generally ponder the new movie version with Mery and Depp. Now it's time to sing-a-long with the version that started it all!
9pm- Nerd Karaoke
DJ JOE RUDE and The KINGS of KARAOKE present a Nerds Night to RAWK OUT at the BAR with the TARDIS!!! Come sing They Might Be Giants, Tom Lehrer, Jonathan Coulton, and MORE! No cover, awesome cocktails and fine beers on tap--its the best party Sunday can buy!
http://thekingsofkaraoke.com/
MONDAY 2/9
6pm- Monday Movie Madness: Flash Gordon
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