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"Summer Soiree" feat. Calabash, Papa Muse, and Head to the Roots

  • Abilene Bar & Lounge 153 Liberty Pole Way Rochester, NY, 14604 United States (map)

Doors 7pm, Music 8pm

Don’t miss this “Summer Soiree!”

Calabash

Calabash is a four-piece band from Rochester, NY. Weaving between sentiments of funk, rock, folk and beyond, the quartet achieves a unique sound that, at once, feels classic and fresh. With a proclivity for improvisation, the group takes its audience on an adventure into the unknown, making each performance a unique and memorable experience.

Calabash is Will Schantz on guitar and vocals, Marcus Peters on drums, AJ Magee on keyboards and vocals, and Andy Hogan on bass and vocals.

https://www.calabashband.com/

Papa Muse

Described as "Indie World," Papa Muse blends rock and world music with catchy hooks and funky dance-able grooves. Papa Muse has been compared to the Talking Heads, Rusted Root, Paul Simon, Devo and Rush. It's danceable and intelligent music.  

The songs are polished and often move in different directions to make them unpredictable and fresh.  The lyrics are meaningful and often present an altruistic vision for humanity, deep yet relatable and easy to digest.

The live show is dynamic and interactive, so while the message behind the music can be deep and introspective, the live show is light, whimsical and fun. "I want to inspire a sense of community empowerment and affect positive change, but without sounding preachy, so I try to keep my live show light and fun while singing about what matters most to me."

https://papamuse.com/music

Head to the Roots

Head to the Roots is a dynamic roots rock band hailing from the heart of Rochester, New York. Their music is a blend of raw rock energy and folky introspection, often performed with collective improvisational spirit on stage.

Starting the project in 2018, lead singer and guitarist Anthony Siciliano released two EPs, Transitions (2019) and Seeker (2021), both meticulously crafted in the acoustic haven of bedrooms and basements. In the autumn of 2024, Anthony, along with drummer Chris Palace and a cadre of local talent, unveiled their debut LP, Rising. Recorded at 1809 Studio with producer Dave Drago at the helm, Rising captures the group’s evolving sound and adds a fresh layer to their roots rock landscape.

Beyond the studio, Head to the Roots tours the states, delivering fun and uplifting live performances. They’ve shared the stage with luminaries such as Mikaela Davis & Southern Star, Ripe, The Nude Party, X Ambassadors, and Ghost Note, captivating crowds across the Northeast and making notable appearances at music festivals.

https://www.headtotheroots.com/

https://www.facebook.com/headtotheroots/

Cover: $10-$15 sliding scale