Located in the Artists District in Peekskill, just 45 minutes north of NYC, The BeanRunner Café, is a celebration of food, family, music and art. The menu is eclectic and funky, ranging from humus or Caribbean chicken sandwiches to fruit smoothies, specialty soups and desserts. The cafe also serves fine wines and beers. The Cafe includes a performance stage, art gallery, lounge area, dining room, and outdoor patio. It also has a special Kids Room adjacent to the main dining area.Featuring major Jazz, Blues, Rock, Reggae, Acoustic and Classical musicians, the BeanRunner has become a gathering place for art & music lovers and for artists and musicians to meet, listen and perform in a casual and comfortable setting. Features have included jazz greats Clifton Anderson, Bertha Hope, Premik Russell Tubbs, Tadataka Uno, Craig Haynes, Burton Greene, Ed Schuller; Classical Rock Violinist Daisy Jopling; Peter Calo, Rob Morsberger, and many others. The nights are full of surprise guests who add to the music festivities. For information, call the BeanRunner Café at (914) 737-1701 or e-mail rtedb@optonline.net. The BeanRunner Café is located at 201 S. Division Street @ Esther, Peekskill, NY. Log onto www.beanrunnercafe.com for directions and the BeanRunner menu which is available before and throughout the performance. The BeanRunner Café is located at 201 S Division Street @ Esther in Peekskill NY. The BeanRunner Café and Gallery hours are: Tues-Thurs, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Fri-Sat, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. & Sun 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. For information, call (914) 737-1701 or email drew.claxton@outlook.com Website: www.beanrunnercafe.com
 Tuesday
June 17
6:00 pm
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8:00 pm | Let's Talk Comics
with First Tuesday Salon
Acoustic | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
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Friday
June 20
7:00 pm
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9:00 pm | Esther Street Live on the 1st Day of Summer
with Seydurah & the Avecmoi Band of Blues
Blues, Funk, and Soul | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 With the spirit of Hot Blues and Funk, Seydurah Avecmoi, a protegé of the great Sweet Georgia Brown, is a fiery, dynamic blues vocalist who sings jazz, blues and soul.
Seydurah has headlined several packed shows at B.B.King's Blues club and Grill in Times Square and completed two successful tours in China at the House of Blues & Jazz and Friends and the JZ club, earning rave reviews. She also headlined with a full orchestra at the Manhattan Cocktail Classic VIP Gala held annually at the historic New York Public Library on Fifth Ave. Before Covid, Seydurah had a residency, fronting her own band, The Avecmoi Band of Blues at Arthur’s, every Wednesday at the Tavern in NYC, as well as monthly at the world renowned 55 BAR in NYC.
$20 pp donation to the musicians. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701.
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Saturday
June 21
6:00 pm
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8:00 pm | New Album Release!
with Premik Russell Tubbs' Oneness-World Concert
World, Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Come join Premik’s'Oneness-World Global Jazz Fusion Band in an evening of Triple Celebration! 1) Spectacular New Album Release Announced with several of the new songs featured! 2)Virtuoso Pianist Steve Sandberg’s milestone birthday and 3) the Summer Solstice!
The band includes: Premik Russell Tubbs (Sax, Flutes & EWI), Margee Minier-Tubbs (vocals), Steve Sandberg (Piano/keys), Todd Isler (Drums & Percussion) and
Pete Swanson (Bass).
$20 donation to the musicians. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701.
In case of rain or extreme heat the show will be held inside the BeanRunner Cafe.
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Sunday
June 22
3:00 pm
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5:00 pm | Anthony Esposito in Concert
Singer-Songwriter | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Anthony Esposito is a sound writer and storyteller hailing from the heart of the Lower Hudson Valley. Blending the grit of Americana with the soul of folk, his performances weave together a rich tapestry of originals and time-worn covers. With influences like Bob Dylan, Gordon Lightfoot, Little Feat, John Prine, Guy Clark, and Townes Van Zandt, Anthony carries on the tradition of songwriting that cuts to the bone—songs that feel lived in, like a favorite flannel.
Whether he's strumming under dim lights in a cozy bar or out beneath the stars, Anthony brings a warmth and honesty to the stage that invites listeners to lean in, tap a boot, and maybe even sing along.
Donations to the musician are appreciated. |
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 Friday
June 27
7:00 pm
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9:00 pm | Esther Street Live
with Anthem Band
Roots Music, Ska | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 It's the Anthem Band with its truly original sound that is creating a big wave throughout the USA. Anthem has played with international reggae artists, including: Sister Carol, Third World, Yellowman, Jimmy Cliff, Big Mountain, The Wailers Band, Burning Spear, Black Uhuru, Judy Mowatt, The Neville Bros, The Isley Brothers, Maxi Priest, Buju Banton, Capleton, Chacadimus and Pliers, John Holt, Ken Booth, Dennis Brown and Super Cat. Anthem has also been featured with Sister Carol on the Conan O'Brian show.
$20 pp donation to the musicians. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701, |
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Saturday
June 28
6:00 pm
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8:00 pm | Esther Street Jazz presents
with James Cammack Trio
Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 For the past 38 years, Bassist James Cammack has performed with legendary pianist Ahmad Jamal. With his hard-driving, creative approach to playing, he has performed in some of the world’s most famous jazz clubs and festivals. He has also toured with singer Nancy Wilson, tubist Howard Johnson, and singer Darlene Love to name a few.
Will Boulware is a celebrated musician whose compositions have been recorded by iconic artists such as B.B. King, Marvin Stamm, Scott Henderson, and Paul Davis. He has also collaborated with legends including Phyllis Hyman, Rodney Jones, Phil Upchurch, John Scofield, Maceo Parker, the Brubeck Brothers, and Ron Carter, among others.
Ruben Coca is a jazz drummer, composer, and arranger from Mexico whose impeccable technique and aggressive, yet highly melodic playing has opened doors for him to play with some of the most established jazz musicians today, including Axel Tosca, Xiomara Laugart, John Benitez, & Alex Conde.
$20 pp donation to musicians.
Call for reservations 914-737-1701. |
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Sunday
June 29
3:00 pm
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5:00 pm | Singer/Songwriter Gerry Cunningham in Concert
Rock (classic), Singer-Songwriter, and Pop/Soft Rock | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Gerry has been playing at venues in Hudson valley and NYC for a number of years. He is an accomplished songwriter with a large catalog and was a featured artist on NPR radio. His conversational style of original songs ranges from the singer songwriter category to blues-based rock and country. A proficient guitar player, he also plays a variety of acoustic covers of classic rock and pop favorites.
Donations to the musician are greatly appreciated. |
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Thursday
July 3
6:00 pm
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8:30 pm | Music Makers Open Mic
Acoustic | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Come one, come all to the Music Makers' Open Mic, produced by Andy Phillips.
For more info on Music Makers, click here |
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Friday
July 4
7:00 pm
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9:00 pm | Celebrate July 4th
with Chico Alvarez and Mafimba
Latin | The BeanRunner Cafe
201 S Division St
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 ERNEST "CHICO" ALVAREZ PERAZA is a Cuban-American author, songwriter, vocalist and bandleader. He was also the host of a long running radio show, "New World Gallery", which aired from 1986 until 2017 on Saturday and Sunday afternoons over commercial-free WBAI radio (99.5 FM).
As a performer, Chico has appeared on stage at music festivals, such as Summer Stage, Celebrate Brooklyn, Lincoln Center Out Of Doors, Avery Fisher Hall, Damrosh Park, NJPAC, Queens Theatre In The Park and Flushing Town Hall, Harlem Jazz Festival, Battery Park Music Festival, African Street Festival and at The Skirball Center.
CHICO ALVAREZ and MAFÍMBA's sound is unique and the core group is very versatile, with each musician able to interpret a broad range of genres, such as jazz, Latin jazz, salsa, charanga, & mambo.
The band's repertoire covers a wide range of great Cuban and New York classics from the golden era of the 50's, 60's and 70's.
$20 pp donation to the musicians.
In case of rain, show will be inside the Cafe. |
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Saturday
July 5
6:00 pm
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8:00 pm | Esther Street Jazz
with Winard Harper & the Jeli Posse
Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 "Winard Harper is one of his generation's greatest standards bearers." Downbeat Magazine
Winard Harper has performed with some of the greatest names in jazz. At 20, he was playing the drums first with Dexter Gordon, and then Johnny Griffin, and honed his chops for the next four years under the tutelage of the late, great Betty Carter.
Winard has released numerous CD's to his credit,is one of the most sough-after sidemen on the jazz circuit; has been exploring African rhythms that influence his work, and is noted for his abilities on the cymbals, which under his hand become an outstanding solo instrument all their own.
$20 pp donation to the musicians. For reservations call 914-737-1701. |
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Friday
July 11
7:00 pm
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9:00 pm | Esther St LIVE!
with Ras Droppa & the Eazy Skanking Band - REGGAE!
Roots Music, Ska | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Ras Droppa is a passionate musician and consummate artist filled with energy and talent, poised to take on the world with his music.
Singing and playing the melodica in the streets of Jamaica as a child, Ras Droppa's early influences stemmed from his exposure to artists from his homeland, like Bob Marley, Aston "Family Man" Barrett, Garnet Silk, Sly Dunbar & Robbie Shakespeare and Roland Alphonso and the Skatalites.
He has toured worldwide and, with his custom Steinberger, has shared the stage with reggae artists such as Sugar Minott, Beres Hammond, The Congos, Chaka Demus & Pliers, Lucky Dube, Burning Spear, Aswad, Sly and Robbie, Jimmy Cliff, Yami Bolo, Dennis Brown, The Wailers, CCB Reggae All Stars, Leroy Sibbles, Junior Jazz, Anthony B, The Mighty Diamonds, Cocoa Tea, Half Pint and Sister Carol.
$20 pp donation. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701. |
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Saturday
July 12
6:00 pm
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8:00 pm | Esther Street Jazz presents
with Matt Huntington Quartet
Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Within only a few short years of moving to northern Westchester, Matt Huntington has become a highly sought-after musician in the region.
Specializing in jazz performance, Matt plays Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Baritone saxophones. A versatile doubler, Matt frequently plays in pit bands for musicals on clarinet (Eb, Bb, and bass) and flute (concert, alto, and piccolo). Matt has played with such legends as Roy Hargrove, Jimmy Heath, Steve Wilson, Eric Alexander, Paquito D’Rivera, Robin Eubanks, and many many more.
$20 pp donation. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701. In case of rain or extreme heat the show will be held inside the BeanRunner Cafe. |
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Sunday
July 13
3:00 pm
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5:00 pm | Jenny Roxas
Pop/Soft Rock | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Jenny Roxas' repertoire includes songs from the 90's, pop, ballad and classic songs (Adele, Lady Gaga, Nora Jones).
Jenny Roxas began her career at a young age as a solo performer in corporate events and acting in Musicals. She was part of an 8-piece band formerly known as "Ordinary People" where they performed in Hotels, Restaurants and bars in the metro-area. She also did radio commercials and digital ads for various companies.
Donations to the musicians are greatly appreciated.
Call for reservations, 914-737-1701.
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Friday
July 18
7:00 pm
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9:00 pm | Esther St Live
with AffinityNYC, featuring Karen J & Chandlar
Motown/R&B | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Karen J is the Heart & Soul of AffinitiNYC, a powerhouse vocalist who handles Motown, Hip-Hop and Neo Soul with ease and skills like no other.
AffinitiNYC gives a versatile, HIGH ENERGY, EXTRA CLASSY, edgy, heartfelt, musical performance. Their LOVE of music and desire to spread LOVE through the music is their passion and Mission.
They have performed for Oprah Winfrey's 50th Birthday Party, a Celebration for the Princess of Sweden, and at the Martha's Vineyard Jazz and Blues Summerfest, Yonkers Waterfront Amphitheater, National Park Services African Burial Ground NYC and more!
A Production of Lewis and Kirk Music
$20 pp donation to the musicians. For reservations, please call 914-737-1701.
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Saturday
July 19
6:00 pm
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8:00 pm | Esther St Jazz
with Steve Sandberg Trio, featuring Michael O'Brien (bass) , and Juan Felipe Mayorga (drum)
Jazz, World, and Classical/Opera | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 "A musician of multifaceted brilliance, Sandberg delivers with this live recording a masterful testament to his artistry...Indispensable ... this is a music of poetry, of humanity—arriving at a time when such things are sorely needed. It is a music that opens the mind and nourishes the soul." - Paris Move
Three-time Emmy-nominated pianist/composer Steve Sandberg plays music that masterfully blends classical, Latin, Brazilian music and jazz with the excitement of virtuosic improvisation.
Steve has toured with David Byrne, Bebel Gilberto and Ruben Blades and was musical director for Lincoln Center's Brazilfest series. He has conducted and arranged for Broadway and was lead composer and musical director for Nickelodeon's "Dora the Explorer" and "Go, Diego, Go!"
Come hear Steve’s trio take you on a vibrant musical journey including many new originals from his Dream Music Project, where he turns his listeners dreams into music!
$20 pp donat. For reservations, call 914-737-1701. |
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Sunday
July 20
3:00 pm
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5:00 pm | Alexandra Noailles & Hiroshi Yamazaki
Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Alexandra Noailles is thrilled to be singing with Hiroshi Yamazaki’s Trio once again, this time featuring the iconic Eliot Zigmund!
As a longtime resident, of Peekskill, Alexandra also performs as violinist and singer at The Black Cow Coffeehouse in Croton and on Sundays at Our Lady of The Atonement Chapel at Graymoor in Garrison, NY.
$20 adm. For reservations, call 914-737-1701. |
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Saturday
July 26
6:00 pm
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8:00 pm | Esther St Jazz
with Eric Person Quartet
Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Acclaimed saxophonist and composer Eric Person has body of work as a leader and sideman that is stylistically diverse and intrepid. He has performed and recorded with leaders within the vanguard of the jazz world namely McCoy Tyner, Dave Holland, Wallace Roney, and Houston Person. Critics have long taken note of Eric's prowess as a composer, as well as his signature saxophone sound on alto and soprano saxophones.
Eric is joined by David Janeway on piano, Adam Armstrong on bass, and Peter O'Brien on drums.
$20 pp/donation.
In case or rain or extreme weather the show will be held inside the BeanRunner Cafe.
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Sunday
July 27
3:00 pm
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5:00 pm | Stephen Clair in Concert
Singer-Songwriter, Acoustic | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 A 2024 Relix Magazine "artist to watch," Stephen Clair first came to prominence when the late Rita Houston (WFUV) added "Jen in Her Underwear" to regular rotation, putting Clair not only on the map, but the road. He makes honesty sound catchy. An instinctive and open-hearted writer who doesn't stop touring, releasing albums, or winning fans. Performing Songwriter says he’s "the kind of citified troubadour the roots songwriting world needs."
Donations to the musician are greatly appreciated. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701 |
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Friday
August 1
7:00 pm
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9:00 pm | Esther St LIVE!
with The Carlos Jimenez Mambo Quintet
Latin | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Carlos Jimenez, is an extraordinary flute player and vocalist as well as composer and band leader of Jazz, Latin jazz and Salsa. His family moved to Villalba, Puerto Rico when he was 6 years old and it was there that his musical training began. Inspired by Mongo Santamaria, he pursued becoming a jazz flutist. He studied classical flute at the Music Conservatory of Westchester under Dave Fenucane and expanded into jazz, studying with master musicians Mario Rivera; Dave Valentin; Bobby Porcelli; Mitch Frohman; Vinnie Rickitelli; Rolando Briseno and Enrique Fernandez. He also studied harmony/voice with master pianist, Mike Longo, Alfredo Valdes Jr. and Hilton Ruiz.
Cárlos has recorded and performed with Hilton Ruiz, Hector Martignon, Edy Martinez, Barry Harris, Earl May, LeRoy Williams, Oscar Hernandez, Stephane Rongetz, Sonny Bravo, and Dave Valentin.
$20 pp donation. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701.
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Saturday
August 2
6:00 pm
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8:00 pm | Giving the Gift of Music: Birthday Performance by
with Premik Russell Tubbs
Jazz, World | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Premik, internationally acclaimed composer, arranger, producer and accomplished multi-instrumentalist will perform on sax, flute and EWI, along with Steve Sandberg (piano), Neil Alexander (synthesizer), Pete Swanson (bass), and Patrick Carmichael (drums).
Premik has worked with music greats Carlos Santana, Whitney Houston, Herbie Hancock, and Jackson Brown, played Sting's 2008 Rainforest Concert at Carnegie Hall, and toured extensively with Russian legend Boris Grebenshikov. Last year he also performed at NYC's Jazz at Lincoln Center.
$20 pp donation to musicians. Show will be on Esther St, or inside the BeanRunner Cafe in the case of rain.
For reservations, call 914-737-1701 |
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Friday
August 8
7:00 pm
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9:00 pm | Esther Street Live
with Anthem Band
Roots Music, Ska | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 It's the Anthem Band with its truly original sound that is creating a big wave throughout the USA. Anthem has played with international reggae artists, including: Sister Carol, Third World, Yellowman, Jimmy Cliff, Big Mountain, The Wailers Band, Burning Spear, Black Uhuru, Judy Mowatt, The Neville Bros, The Isley Brothers, Maxi Priest, Buju Banton, Capleton, Chacadimus and Pliers, John Holt, Ken Booth, Dennis Brown and Super Cat. Anthem has also been featured with Sister Carol on the Conan O'Brian show.
$20 pp donation to the musicians. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701, |
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Saturday
August 16
6:00 pm
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8:00 pm | Esther Street Jazz
with Ray Blue's Birthday Groove
Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division St
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 In honor of award winning, New York bred saxophonist, Ray Blue, we celebrate Ray's life and jazz music for his annual birthday celebration.
Musicians TBA.
$20 pp donation to the musicians. For reservations, call 914-737-1701.
Weather permitting, the show will be held outside of the BeanRunner Cafe on Esther Street.
For reservations, call 914-737-1701. |
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Sunday
August 24
4:00 pm
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6:00 pm | A Glimpse of Soul
Jazz, Blues | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 The BeanRunner Cafe welcomes back "A Glimpse of Soul". This local band has gained a strong following in the Hudson Valley area presenting a volatile mix of classic soul, funk, blues and rock and a sound that makes you want to tap your feet, pound the table and get up and dance.
Fronted by lead vocalist Michael Attanasio, the group draws on music from Al Green, Marvin Gaye, Joe Cocker, Sam & Dave and many more.
The band is Adam Krauss on guitar, Renato Geslani on bass, Rich Muscara on drums, Dan Baitch on keyboards and vocals, Reanna Adelstein on vocals and percussion, and Adam Davidson on sax and vocals.
No Cover. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701. |
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