Kerry Kearney, a slide guitar master, plays and works his instrument to
limits that amaze even the most seasoned musician or cultured music fan. The
music that Kerry creates from his vintage, stock, and custom made guitars
are as unique as his song writing and original melodies. Kerry Kearney's
style, which is referred to as "Psychedelta", is his own brand of music
containing an upbeat mix of American Blues and Roots with a twist of a very
unique sound all his own. Along with his band, he has continued to
experience an overwhelming and positive response over the radio and
especially when the band performs live.
Cassandra House is a native Patchogue singer-songwriter who has been
influenced greatly by the landscape and people of Long Island in her
songwriting from a very young age. Her country-tinged voice and confessional
lyrics paint a picture of her philosophy on life, heartbreak & home. Her
music creates a kind of newish Americana with earnest explorations of
relationships, love, and whatever exists in between. Her debut EP Night Owl
was released to rave reviews in 2012.
When you listen to the music of Butchers Blind you know the future of
Alt-Country shines blindingly bright. The Bellerose based group encompasses
the rich history of American Roots music, then broadens and reshapes it into
something exciting, refreshing and uniquely their own. They released their
debut album Play for the Films in 2011.Their second album, Destination Blues
will be available soon on Paradiddle Records.
Iridesense is a brother and sister team, Rick and Tara Eberle, who along
with Rob Viccari and Rich Drouin have been making their mark on the Long
Island music scene for the better part of two decades. They are very tight
unit, rhythmically, and vocally, and their songwriting tells a story. As a
band they have been carving out their niche, staying true to their vision
and making music with a message. Since 1993, Iridesense has been writing
catchy pop songs. They have released 3 full length CDs to date. Cool Dream
Tomorrow, Iridesense, and A Trip Called Life. This show marks the 20th
anniversary of the band, who had their photo shoot recently at the theater
in anticipation of their new as yet untitled CD set for a Summer release,
which will be previewed at this show.