<p>Rebel Elle is all about fun with a unique take on all of your favorite covers that will keep you singing and dancing all night long.  We’ll play a Billy Idol song or two and won’t hold it against you if we see you dancing with yourself ;)</p><p>www.rebelellemusic.com</p>

Talkhouse

Rebel Elle

The Stephen Talkhouse

<p>In 2015 six lifelong musicians came from all across the country (well, just San Francisco and New York, but whatever) to form a band that is too hot for the police, fireman, and many many others. </p><p>Rated Fresh throw down harder than your typical party band with a setlist you won&#39;t hear anywhere else, including Top 40 mashups, 90s throwbacks, 60s and 70s classics, and musicianship beyond their years.</p>

Rated Fresh

<p>When you hear Annie Trezza it&#39;s often hard to believe that all that sound comes out of one person. With groovy guitar riffs, 60&#39;s inspired melodies, and transportive lyrics, she projects an energy well beyond her size. Upon listening to Dylan and Beatles records on repeat at a young age, she felt compelled to pick up a guitar and start writing her own tunes at age 14. She spends her summers playing all around her home in Montauk, NY. In the off-season when she&#39;s not chasing the waves she&#39;s writing new music, and continuing to play anywhere in the world she finds herself. Between her distinctive voice and her poetic lyrics, it&#39;s hard not to get a little carried away when listening to any of her tunes. And that&#39;s okay because that&#39;s exactly what they&#39;re meant to do. With an album to follow, her EP Blue Suitcase #2 was released December 2019.</p>

Annie Trezza

<div><p>Merging the complex rhythms and Latin influences of South America with a modern fusion of funk and commercial dance music, Conga Cartel brilliantly combines to produce an explosive mix of dynamic music that rocks audiences to their very core.</p><p>Working out of New York, the seven-piece band represent the wonderful tapestry of the South American continent and have been weaving together a stunning sound that has been entertaining crowds for years. A true international collection of experienced musicians, with band members coming from Uruguay, Chile, Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador and New York itself, their music is undeniably infectious and underpinned by that audacious Latin flare.</p><p>Fronted by the smokey and soaring vocals of Carolina, every single member of the band combines to become more than a sum of all their parts. Willy Fuentes from Chile drives the rhythm section with solid bass line grooves. Playing drums with boundless vitality, Jorge Castano, originally from Colombia, provides that perfect interplay with the rest of the band; complemented at all times by father and son percussionists Aquiles Jr. and Aquiles Senior. Infused with their Venezuelan heritage, they provide that infectious top line of congas, timbales, maracas, bongos, bells, and whistles that brings the carnival to the party. And finally, but by no means least, fitting like a smoldering glove of Santana-inspired guitar licks, Fabian Rodriguez from Ecuador proves his elegant mastery of the six-stringed instrument to audiences every time he performs.<br /><br />Conga Cartel has also egularly jammed with members of Mambo Loco.</p><p>Conga Cartel have played at some of the most memorable events and venues in the Hamptons including The Montauk Music Festival, North-West ‘Woodstock’, Stephen Talkhouse, The Gig Shack , Springs Tavern, Tauk at Trails End, The Surf Club and The Harpoon House. Either individually or as a band, they have worked with artists such as Taylor Dayne, Orquesta Alquimia, Steel Pulse, Mila Tina, GE Smith, Big Karma, Mambo Loco, and Bajo Suen?os. As these performances and legacy demonstrate, they firmly believe in providing a platform and a strong voice for the Latin community.</p><p>That incredible experience on stage and unique understanding of the musical journey that their audiences are on, is also driving them towards the studio and an album recording that is eagerly anticipated by their fans. Bringing together that melting pot of cultures with modern dance tunes is an intoxicating mix of ingredients that will redefine what is expected of the Conga Cartel.</p><p>As the world experienced the tragedies of the last two years, so did the lives of musicians descend into anxiety and the loss of their dreams. Now the world has turned and the future looks so much brighter with the Conga Cartel back in it. Stronger together with a musical bond that cannot be broken, they are once again taking to the spotlight with the energy that defines the joy and wonder of life.</p><p>There is nothing finer than hearing the Conga Cartel in full flight. Their collective knowledge of syncopated rhythms and inspiring, sophisticated melodies are a testament to their own self-belief and desire to take their music to the next level. Music is a part of all of our DNA and is the one thing that binds us as human beings. That cultural exchange that the Conga Cartel represents, lives through us in joy, love, celebration and song.</p><p>Fall in love with music all over again and experience the future with the Conga Cartel.</p></div><div> </div>

Conga Cartel

<p>There are certain things one just isn’t bold enough to ever expect… [one] such moment was seeing ska legends/pioneers English Beat… I’ve sent countless evenings at ska shows while growing up, but this was the perfect first/biggest ska show of 2010. – BEYOND RACE MAGAZINE</p><p>The English Beat’s influence was incalculable… - Allentown Morning Call</p><p>&#34;... [Dave] Wakeling and his crew played 90 minutes worth of hits, deep cuts, some General Public chestnuts and a few new songs… every song was met with recognition and applause.&#34; – River Front Times</p><p>&#34;[The English Beat are] more popular now than ever.&#34; – San Francisco Chronicle</p><p>[Dave Wakeling] has assembled an incredible band and is playing his hits with the same raucous enthusiasm that made The English Beat one of the biggest acts of the New Wave Era… Every time they play, The Brew [San Luis Obispo, CA] is packed to the gills with an audience bouncing in unison.&#34; – SLO New Times</p><p>&#34;People were spilling out the doors by the time [English Beat] went on stage and the palpable joy was in the air when they started… With lyrics about unity, peace, love and partying, and a beat that’s guaranteed to get you out of your seat, their music will always be dancetastic.&#34; – The New York Examiner</p><p>[The English Beat continues to take] on 2 tone, ska, reggae and new wave, still dishing out on issues of strife and discontentment at times, but always with a happy, danceable tune… drawing large audiences and still has a growing fan base&#34; – San Gabriel Valley Tribune</p><p>&#34;[Dave Wakeling of The English Beat] is a musician who seems to genuinely enjoy performing, and even those new to the Beat couldn’t help but get swept up in the infectious brand of &#34;happy&#34; music, as one put it.&#34; – Napa Valley Register</p><p>&#34;In 2010, [The English Beat] remains on fire, opening their set with a rousing cover of The Staple Singers classic I’ll Take You There. If the excitement wasn’t at a fevered pitch by then, their second song I Confess brought the entire Gibson Amphitheatre to their collective feet. The song still sounds as fresh and lively today as it did when KROQ was granting it massive airplay back in 1982. Another cover followed, a skankin’ version of Tears Of A Clown, originally by Smokey Robinson and The Miracles.&#34; – Highwire Daze</p><p>&#34;As always, the English Beat&#39;s sound is a driving blend of ska, punk, rock and reggae that&#39;s made for dancing.&#34; – Daily Local News</p><p>Kaneb Andrews is an indie-Americana musician based in Brooklyn. In May 2024, he graduated from NYU&#39;s Songwriting program with a master&#39;s degree in music. His music blends influences from classic rock, indie, folk, electronic, and other genres. Some of his favorite artists are Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, the 1975, and Hozier. He&#39;s played at various historic New York City venues, including the Bitter End, Mercury Lounge, Rockwood Music Hall, DROM, and a sold-out show at Heaven Can Wait. He has also opened for larger touring acts such as Texas King, Hush Club, and Copilot, and has toured on both the East and West Coasts. His most recent release, Midnight Medicine, is the first in a series of singles in 2025. His music, social media, and press can all be found at this link: <a href="https://linktr.ee/kanebandrews" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://linktr.ee/kanebandrews</a>.</p>

The English Beat

The English Beat w/ Kaneb Andrews Opening

<p>LHT Little Head Thinks--cool and down to Earth. the group is located in a perfect place--the Hamptons--for their laid back rap/rock party that they throw while on stage. Putting their fingerprints all over an eclectic mix of covers from the 70&#39;s, 80&#39;s and 90&#39;s while intertwining some of their own catchy originals, LHT keeps the party moving, the drinks flowing and the dance floor packed. LHT has plays regularly at the legendary Stephen Talkhouse as well as other venues in the Hamptons. LHT has lended their talents to benefit Wounded Warriors, The Blue Point Fired Department, as well as local individuals in the community in need of help for medical issues. LHT regularly plays private parties including weddings, providing the perfect atmosphere for any fun party. LHT has shared the stage with Chad Smith, G.E. Smith, and Jimmy Buffet, as well has played shows with Susan Vega, Tribe Called Quest, Paul Simon, and many more.</p>

<div>There are Neil Young tribute bands, and there is Brian Dolzani as The Loner. </div><div> </div><div>Experience Brian’s remarkably natural Neil Young tone and music as you never have before in an intimate club environment. This show will be Brian solo on guitar, vocals, harmonica, and piano, singing Neil’s hits and deep cuts. An accomplished singer/songwriter in his own right, Brian also includes a couple of his own songs in his Loner shows, putting Brian’s multi-faceted and deeply resonant musicianship on full display. Don’t miss this unique show of nostalgia and artistry. </div>

Brian Dolzani The Loner: The Music of Neil Young

<p>New York&#39;s newest Tribute to the 90&#39;s. Playing all your favorite songs spanning multiple genres.</p><div><div>The Max- Ultimate 90&#39;s Party is here! We&#39;re playing all your favorite Rock, Pop, Hip Hop and Dance Hits from the decade.</div></div><div><div>So give us a follow, tell your friends and come to a show, because ain’t NO PARTY like a 90’s PARTY with THE MAX!</div></div>

The Max-Ultimate 90's Party

The Max- Ultimate 90's Party!

Big Karma

<div><h1>HOT DATE BAND</h1></div><div><p>High Energy / Party Rock / Dance / Cover Band</p></div>

Hot Date

<p>Nancy Atlas and her band of Journeymen have been dominating the East End Music scene or Long Island for quite some time. Known for her raw, live performances and stellar songwriting Nancy and her band, The Nancy Atlas Project, have opened for almost everyone under the sun. To name a few: Elvis Costello, Lucinda Williams, Toots and the Maytals, Jimmy Buffett, Crosby, Stills and Nash… the list goes on and on. The reason is simple. When people want a solid act to open their show and get the crowd warmed up, they call  Nancy and her boys because they know they will deliver. Every time.<br />Nancy grew up with gypsy blood in Commack, NY. Eager to get the buck out of dodge she spent her entire college years abroad at both Cambridge University in England and Richmond College in London and Florence.  She majored in art history, fine art, drinking lots of wine and talking shit. There was a serious recession going on the year she graduated college so instead of becoming a mad advertising executive she walked down to Portabello Road, London, bought a guitar for 60 quid and never looked back. It was pouring buckets of English rain that day so they gave her a black plastic bag to cover her guitar as it didn’t come with a case. Nothing, it is said, can stop true desire.<br />Nancy now lives in Montauk, New York with her husband Thomas and her two sons, Cash and Levon, and her daughter Tallulah. When she is not writing a song or on stage rocking out, she can be found clamming with her kids, surfing with her kids, walking with her kids, reading with her kids or <a href="http://nancyatlas.com/?page_id&#61;285">cartooning</a> for her kids. On rainy days she lazily traces tour maps of Europe with her right hand while sipping her beloved PG Tibs English Tea and smiling out into the East End Mist.</p><blockquote></blockquote>

Nancy Atlas

<p>Social Gold -- The New East Coast Party Band! A powerful &amp; lively performance with superior quality, reaching all ages from the crowd. Playing everyone&#39;s favorites of yesterday and today in every genre, Social Gold brings the party to YOU!</p>

Social Gold

<p>Joe Delia Is an internationally-acclaimed pianist and film composer with 40-plus feature film scores to his credit. He is best known locally for his “stacked keyboard” playing with the Nancy Atlas Project and for his own East End anthems:  “Fire in my Belly” and “Under the Montauk Moon.”</p><p>Delia started his music career in his early teens signing to RCA Records and to management with Sid Bernstein.  After that, as a studio musician in NYC, and as piano player, arranger, and touring musician, he worked with various artists, including Stevie Wonder, Dusty Springfield, Stanley Turrentine, Freddie Hubbard, Phoebe Snow, Dave Edmunds, Kim Larsen, Bruce Springsteen, Chuck Berry, and Keith Richards.  He collaborated with former New York Dolls frontman David Johansen for six years as musical director for the Buster Poindexter show, which yielded the world-wide hit song “Hot, Hot, Hot.”</p><p>Well known for his collaboration with director Abel Ferrara, composing film scores for most of Ferrara’s films including, among others, “Ms 45”, “King of New York”, and “The Bad Lieutenant”.  The most recent of that collaboration is “Padre Pio”, starring Shia LaBeouf, which premiered at the Venice Film Festival and won Delia Best original score at the Sienna Film Festival.</p><p>The proud parents of son Jake, he and his wife PJ live in Montauk with their two cats. Days are spent working on themes for a new Ferrara feature titled American Nails, starring Willem Dafoe, and nights are spent playing all over the East end. He is also an active member of the recovery community on the East End, and plays the hammond B3 every Sunday at the Calvary Baptist church in East Hampton.</p>

Joe Delia and Friends

<p>From fist pumping, sing-a-long anthems, to high energy Top 40, Party Rock and Dance (even some Country), Fast Five is New York&#39;s most exciting new cover band providing the best in live entertainment!  We are a dynamic group of 5 veteran musicians who have played every scene, including bars, nightclubs, colleges, weddings, corporate parties, and national venues. Our song list is huge and constantly growing!  We tailor our act to suit every type of audience, from late night club crowds, to country club parties and everything in between.  Playing songs that are meant to be played live, every Fast Five show is a high energy, live music experience!</p>

Fast Five

<p>The Dog Watchers formed in 2015 from the remnants of various east end musical projects. The band consists entirely of local musicians from around East Hampton and Sag Harbor. Focusing on a broad range of covers from the golden age of the 60&#39;s &amp; 70&#39;s, as well newer material. The goal is to surprise and entertain with songs you know &amp; love, ones you may have not heard in a while along with ones that may be new to you. The band members are Michael Rusinsky on Lead Vocals and Guitar, Anthony Liberatore on Vocals and Guitar, Toby VanKeuren on Drums and Bob Charney on Bass. There were frequently dogs present in the studio during rehearsals and that&#39;s how the band got it&#39;s name. Repertoire includes songs from The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Tom Petty, The Grateful Dead, Van Morrison, Springsteen, The Decemberists, Steve Earle, The Band and many more. The band has played various venues all over the east end including The Stephen Talkhouse, Guild Hall as well as numerous private parties and benefits. </p>

The Dog Watchers

<div>The Jack Marshall Trio is a guitar driven Jazz, Funk, and Soul project led by long time East End music staple, Jack Marshall. From Grant Green to John Scofield, Classic Soul tunes to J Dilla inspired beats and Neo Soul, you’ll get an earful of groove oriented music spanning decades, going all the way to modern day. If the word Jazz scares you, don’t be afraid! The Trio is here to show you the funkier side of Jazz that will get you out of your seat and onto the dancefloor.</div>

Jack Marshall Trio

<p>Krush is a popular Long Island-based cover band known for its high-energy rock party band.  The powerful and electric 5 piece band performance consist of modern rock, pop, and dance music from 90’s, 2000’s, Queen, Led Zeppelin and everything in between!</p>

KRUSH

<p>Sarah Conway and The Playful Souls do a great mix of rock, country, and blues, with a dash of gospel. Really fun and uplifting shows. Sarah belts it from the heart. She will rock you, get down with the blues, touch your heart, make you laugh, and take you soaring with her incredible spirit - all with a fabulous band!   “a gem”  “electric”  poignant... and surprisingly sexy- Dan’s Papers   You blew us away. My friends had a ball. They are still talking about how great you were and your band. You got the stuff! - Louise Juliano   Sarah Conway and The Playful Souls do shows regularly at Stephen Talkhouse, and many other East End venues and events, including their 12th year rockin; the Lighting of the Light at The Montauk Lighthouse.   </p>

The Revel In Your Spirits Christmas Show!

Sarah Conway & The Playful Souls Christmas Show

<p><strong>Dizzy After Midnight</strong>, founded by life-long pals Mike Alessi (vocals, guitar) &amp; Jake Atherton (guitar), are a four-piece rock group dipping into elements of pop, blues, country and RnB with their dazzling repertoire and sweet-tooth for catchy hooks. This isn&#39;t your father&#39;s party band; Dizzy is sophisticated, creative and locked in with clever mashups, arrangements and pinpoint covers of anything from Lady Gaga to Matchbox Twenty to The Chainsmokers to Tom Petty, and just about everything in between. Ryan Gruber on the bass and Sean Sokol on the drums make up the rhythm section, keeping the groove locked in and the crowd dancing till the sun comes up.</p>

Dizzy After Midnight

<p>Lone Sharks</p><div> </div><div> </div>

Gene Casey and the Lone Sharks

<blockquote>The electrifying band hailing from Long Island, NY, ignites stages with their funky and fresh sound. With a seamless fusion of genres, their music transcends boundaries, leaving audiences mesmerized by their magnetic performances. From pulsating beats to soul-stirring melodies, Mecco Groove artistry captivates the hearts of listeners, infusing energy and groove into every note they play. With a unique chemistry among the members, their onstage synergy is palpable, creating an unforgettable live experience. Embracing their roots while pushing musical boundaries, Mecco Groove continuously redefine their sonic landscape, leaving a permanent mark on the contemporary music scene.</blockquote>

Mecco Groove

Student Body

<div><div>NYC based singer / songwriter  Erich Carey is a modern day troubadour bringing live rock&#39;n&#39;roll and americana music to the East Coast of the United States and beyond. Erich performs as a solo artist and backed by his band The Constituency, a powerhouse in its own right, with roots deep in the New York City music community. The band brings together a diverse set of influences from the old to the new, with a dedication to quality songs, an enthusiasm for live performance and a belief in the power of channeling positivity to bring people together through music. More info at the following:</div></div><div><div> </div></div><div><div>Insta: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/the_constituency/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">&#64;the_constituency</a></div></div><div><div>Info: &#64; <a href="http://eccarey.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">eccarey.com</a></div></div><div><div>Streaming: &#64; <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/3cJUG1RMq7abE1NjYnBuLz?si&#61;J2ZBWdJ-TX6hsB_tgNq0cw" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Erich Collins Carey</a></div></div><div><div>Watch: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list&#61;PL6lGMk9xE7XWBM69wQoxsozP8gbcj8FO4" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a></div></div>

Erich Carey & The Constituency

<p>Get ready to unleash your inner 80s aficionado with the Cherry Bombs! This explosive tribute band is here to take you on a time-traveling journey back to the neon-soaked era of big hair, shoulder pads, and leg warmers. Whether you&#39;re looking to dance, sing along, or simply bask in the nostalgic glow of the 80s, the Cherry Bombs are the band to see.</p><p>Formed in 2022, the Cherry Bombs were brought together after their fateful encounter at the annual Battle of the Fantasy Girl Bands held at the iconic Stephen Talkhouse. Their shared love for the music of the 80s and their electrifying performances catapulted them into the spotlight, capturing the hearts of audiences far and wide.</p><p>Yuka Silvera, the grooving bassist, lays down the funky foundation that will keep your feet moving all night long. An exciting new addition to the band is the dynamic multi-sensory solo performer, Mila Tina on drums who will blow your mind.</p><p>Leading the charge is the charismatic Lola Lama, whose captivating vocals can effortlessly transport you from power ballads to high-energy anthems. Vanessa Lynah’s sultry vocals adds the perfect touch. Adding a touch of je ne sais quoi is Nika Nesgoda, the band&#39;s cellist, whose strings soar through the mix, weaving a unique tapestry of sound.</p><p>But the Cherry Bombs&#39; explosive performances wouldn&#39;t be complete without the multi-musician, Christopher Walsh who ignites the stage with his scorching guitar riffs, the young talented artist Matthew Brand on keyboards.</p><p>Dust off your mixtapes, dig out your cassette player, and get ready to be transported back to a time when MTV ruled the airwaves and the 80s were in full swing. The Cherry Bombs are here to take you on a musical journey through the greatest hits of the decade, ensuring a night of unforgettable fun and infectious nostalgia. Get ready to rock out with the Cherry Bombs and experience the neon glow of shoulder pads, spandex, and Stiff Stuff like never before!</p><p>The Cherry Bombs</p><p>Mila Tina on Drums, Yuka Silvera on Bass, Nika Nesgoda on Cello, Lola Lama and Vanessa Lynah Lead Vocals, Christopher Walsh on guitars, Matthew Brand on Keyboards </p><p>Follow Us: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cherrybombsmusic/">CherryBombsMusic</a> </p>

The Cherry Bombs

<p>Black &amp; Yellow is the collaboration of local Hamptons frontman Ray Ramos and renown drummer Julian Edmond, both formerly of the band Hello Brooklyn. The band&#39;s lineup also features NYC-based singer Jason Karnell, who will co-front the band with Ramos. Black&amp;Yellow promises to feature musical selections from the early days of Motown, dance and R&amp;B to hip-hop and chart topping hits today.</p>

Black & Yellow

<p><strong><span style="color:red">Danielia Cotton is a New York City based singer/songwriter originally from Hopewell, NJ. In 2010 Danielia was named Lilith Fair&#39;s Ourstage Local Talent Winner for NYC. Since then she has shared the stage with the likes of Robert Cray, Bon Jovi, and Gregg Allman.  In the review of her </span></strong><em><strong><span style="color:red">Rare Child</span></strong></em><strong><span style="color:red"> album The NY Times says this: “</span></strong><strong><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:&#39;cambria&#39; , serif;color:red">She’s a belter who can hold back or work her way up to a gospelly blues-rock shout, and in the songs she writes with her band’s brawny guitar riffs, she grapples with the road, salvation, holding on and letting go. “The truth will set you free, but it always feels like it tears you apart,” she sings. She’s a throwback, but a gutsy one.” Her latest studio album </span></strong><em><strong><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:&#39;cambria&#39; , serif;color:red">Good Day </span></strong></em><strong><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:&#39;cambria&#39; , serif;color:red">and new single “</span></strong><em><strong><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:&#39;cambria&#39; , serif;color:red">She Too&#34; </span></strong></em><strong><span style="color:red">is out now where music is sold! </span></strong></p><p>With an equal emphasis on rock, jazz, and soul — and with roots in gospel — New York-based singer Danielia Cotton draws on a wide range of influences, from Led Zeppelin and The Rolling Stones to Mavis Staples and Etta James. -<strong> WXPN </strong></p><p>&#34;So few good woman rock singer/songwriter that kick ass with sound, energy and passion. Daniela Cotton is the top of the ladder. ” - <strong>S BROWN </strong></p><p>&#34;Danielia&#39;s music has the swagger of &#39;Let It Bleed&#39;-era Rolling Stones. Her singing has the raw emotional power of Janis Joplin. Her songwriting places her among the top new musical storytellers.&#34; - <strong>PHILADELPHIA DAILY NEWS </strong></p><p>&#34;Danielia Cotton has not had it easy. But lucky for us, she channels her pain and suffering into kick-ass musical creations we can all enjoy. - <strong>GUITAR WORLD</strong></p><blockquote></blockquote>

Danielia Cotton

Rum Punch Mafia

<p>The Seismatics perform a unique mix of powerful great rock &amp; roll from the classics to modern. And every song has been chosen to make you want to get up and dance and sing along. Expect to hear songs by David Bowie, Aerosmith, The Cure, Tom Petty, Modern English, The Beatles, Simple Minds and The Doors, just to name a few.</p><p>The Seismatics are:</p><p>Michael Schmidt – lead vocals, rhythm guitar and harmonica</p><p>With decades of performing and recording experience, Michael Schmidt has fronted several notable East Coast and Midwest groups including: U2 Decades, U2byUV, The Deluge and The Louder You Hush. Michael also writes and produces original songs that he has licensed for film, television, and broadcast radio. </p><p>Jeff Levitt – lead guitar and vocals. Jeff has been playing lead guitar in numerous rock bands for decades, covering everybody from The Beatles to The Allman Brothers and Steely Dan.   He is the lead guitarist with The Moondogs since 2016. Jeff is also a member of The Steven Tekulsky Band / Steven Tekulsky Trio and is a frequent member of Sarah Conway and the Playful Souls.</p><p>David Zensky – lead guitar and vocals.  David is a Long Island native and lifelong rock &#39;n&#39; roll roller, most recently playing in some of New York City&#39;s favorite tribute bands, including Mockingbird Hill, Local Heroes, The Letterbombs and Tumblweed Connection.</p><p>Paul Brokaw – keyboards and vocals. Paul is another lifelong rocker and is also a prolific composer having written, recorded and produced over 600 pieces of music published in over 36 countries around the world. Paul has played in numerous bands for decades and is currently a longtime member of Damaged Goods and Ken McGorry and the Achievements.</p><p>Troy Grindle – bass and vocals. Troy is a multi-instrumentalist (bass guitar, guitar, drums, violin, keyboards) best known as a member of Real East End Brass (REEB!). He also performs with Peconic County Ramblers, Hamptons Chamber Orchestra and Alhambra Orchestra</p><p>Mark Pohl – drums and vocals. Delivering the swinging rhythms for The Seismatics has been the culmination of over 40 years on the drum kit, playing for and with such musical luminaries as The Haymakers, The Pop-O-Matics, Frank Barajas &amp; the Shakedowns, Albert Lee, Nick St. Nicholas, The Corsican Brothers, Arlen Roth, Gene Casey &amp; the Lone Sharks, Lillie Mae, The Buzzards, The Bobby Volkman Trio, EverBlue, The Moondogs, Blue Bayou, Freddy &#34;Boom-Boom&#34; Cannon, Big Daddy Deluxe, The Mary Lamont Band, Boomerang, The Rockinghams, Eddie Clendenning, Brien McVernon, among others. Over those years, Mark has been honored to play opening sets for rock &amp; roll legends ZZTop, Robert Gordon, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Southside Johnny &amp; the Asbury Jukes, The Moving Sidewalks, Cherry Poppin&#39; Daddies and Lisa Marie Presley.</p><p><br /><br /></p>

The Seismatics

New Years Eve Party w/ Hello Brooklyn!

<p>What goes around comes around, and nearly 25 years since their founding in Denton, Texas, multi-Platinum country band Eli Young Band have come home.</p><p>Led by an unmistakable vocal and bringing a Texas-rock edge to modern country, the never-changing lineup of Mike Eli, James Young, Jon Jones, and Chris Thompson have spent two-plus decades on the run, growing from hometown heroes into globe-trotting, chart-topping pioneers. Yet in all that time, EYB never forgot its raising, and today the foursome reclaim the spirit behind their success.</p><p>Returning to their independent roots, the bold creative defiance that launched them into the mainstream – and in many ways to their old stomping grounds – it’s a new chapter driven by experience and a million miles of wisdom, from a band of brothers still very much in their prime.</p><p>“We started this thing when we were like 20 years old, and it’s been such a crazy road and such a longer road than any of us could have conceptualized at the time,” says Jones. “I think right now feels a little full circle, in a really nice way.”</p><p>“Now, we get to step back into our Texas shoes,” Eli agrees. “I think this new stuff finds us reaching deep into our past as a band. We’re remembering where the magic was – all those songs we wanted to record for our <em>Level</em> record, that felt way too edgy for Country Radio at the time.”</p><p>Indeed, after becoming icons of Texas’ vibrant college-bar scene – and then packing arenas all over the state (without label support) – that <em>Level</em> album from 2005 landed like a live wire, injecting EYB into the mainstream. They followed in 2008 with their Gold-certified breakout “Always the Love Songs” and <em>Jet Black &amp; Jealous,</em> one of three career Billboard Top 5 albums which include the Number One <em>10,000 Town</em>s and Platinum <em>Life At Best</em>.</p><p>Likewise, back-to-back Number One singles came with the 5X Platinum “Crazy Girl” in 2011 and 3X Platinum “Even If It Breaks Your Heart” (2012), plus the Platinum Number One “Drunk Last Night” and 2X Platinum Number One “Love Ain’t” after that. All along they kept the intensity of their live shows front and center, and with a following which now includes more than 1.4 million Facebook followers, 2.2 million monthly Spotify listeners and more, it’s time to get back to the point.</p><p>Ready to follow up 2022’s <em>Love Talking</em>, the band have returned to Panhandle House Studio in their hometown of Denton – the same studio where <em>Level</em> was born – bringing new tunes and new excitement along with them. All co-written as a band or with long-trusted collaborators, a fresh batch of songs return EYB to the raw, grassroots energy and emotional sting of their early work, geared for the stage and recorded without digital tricks.</p><p>For the band, being independent again for the first time in years isn’t a challenge, it’s a reward – and they took the chance to embrace not just renewed creative freedom, but the fun of their self contained live-band philosophy.</p><p>“Going back to Panhandle House where we recorded <em>Level</em>, it feels like we got to remind ourselves why we started making the kind of music we make,” Eli says. “When this music comes out, I think fans will know it is 100% coming from us.”</p><p>“Honestly, going to Panhandle House feels like going back to your childhood house in a way,” Jones notes. “It just evokes these memories, like this slightly-younger version of ourselves comes out.”</p><p>“One thing that’s really special is we’ve come full circle and remember that energy, but we’re also older and wiser,” Thompson adds. “We have years of studio, songwriting and performing experience under our belt, so we have more of a honed edge going in. That’s a really cool advantage.”</p><p>The comfort level is plainly evident. Exploring new corners of their patented sound by day, and going home to their families each night, the band were free to bring every ounce of the last 25 years to bear. Tracks like the lead single “Home In Hometown” are proof, featuring all the elements that made EYB what it is – from the electric vocal delivery to the deeply textured sonics and soulful theme.</p><p>A true-to-experience ballad of life on the highway, “Home In Hometown” stands as a heart-on-their-sleeve tribute to those the band loves most – and what they’ve learned from 20&#43; years away. While atmospheric guitars and a steady rhythmic pulse capture a sense of anticipation, another euphoric chorus helps the band unpack what “home” really means.</p><p>“I was digging deep into our Texas roots,” Eli says of the modern-classic midtempo. “I wanted to write something that felt like Pat Green or Jack Ingram would cut. And when you travel like we do, a lot of times you’re thinking about coming home and being with your family – but, it’s almost like if they meet you on the road, anywhere can be home. It just feels right. I wanted to capture that.”</p><p>More new tunes will roll out as 2025 and their 25th anniversary arrive, with the band continuing to celebrate an EYB homecoming. From feel-good singalongs and heart melting wedding anthems to pure, untamable romance and clever comebacks of love, they show the same stage-rocking Texas-country hit makers fans know and love, undaunted and with new maturity baked in. We all know seasons change, but if you pay attention long enough, things have a way of coming back around.</p><p>“It’s been a blessing just to be able to do this for so long, and over our career we’ve seen a lot of bands come and go,” Young says. “It feels it’s family, and we can take that with us as we go down this next part of the road.”</p><p>“Our music, since it’s been the four of us making it from day one, has such a strong through line,” Jones agrees. “The way we sounded in the beginning, that’s the way we’re going to sound in the end.”</p><p>“There is no A&amp;R, there’s no label head. There’s nobody saying, ‘Maybe you should do this, maybe you should push that,’” Eli explains.</p><p>“Yeah, we’ve got no one to blame,” Jones adds with a laugh. “Honestly, we just want people to know we still absolutely love making music, and this comes from a place of passion. Life is good and we’ve got stuff to say, we’ve got this thing we’ve built. I feel like we’re in a good place.”</p>

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