Lately I've been noticing more subway musicians wearing funny masks or even full costumes. On the surface, it seems like a ploy to make up for other shortcomings. But I've actually heard some pretty good music from these acts. The guys pictured above we're churning out a nice jazzy rendition of The Police's "Walking on the Moon" at the L train platform at Union Square. Perhaps it's not enough to just play well anymore. There has to be something unexpected to get New Yorkers to pay attention for a decent length of time.
Friday, May 20, 2011
Alien encounter.
Lately I've been noticing more subway musicians wearing funny masks or even full costumes. On the surface, it seems like a ploy to make up for other shortcomings. But I've actually heard some pretty good music from these acts. The guys pictured above we're churning out a nice jazzy rendition of The Police's "Walking on the Moon" at the L train platform at Union Square. Perhaps it's not enough to just play well anymore. There has to be something unexpected to get New Yorkers to pay attention for a decent length of time.
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I think this is a great technique to raise awareness of great musicians and mellow music. The alien masks are awesome!!
Thanks for the post!! Mind if we use your photo on our website?
http://alienbandnyc.com/Alien_Band.html
Hey, Alienband, don't mind at all! It's crappy image quality though b/c I shot it with my camera phone. Thanks for reaching out!
I don't think you need a gimic to get recognized in NYC - there are plenty of crappy musicians with gimics, as you said. What got your attention was that the music was good.
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