PLAY: Live at The Local NY

The Local NY will be booking Sonicbids artists on an ongoing basis for the Winter and Spring 2015 calendar. Selected artists will receive free beverages and a tip bucket is passed.

The Local NY is a new modern hostel in Long Island City. The Local NY prides itself on having a built-in international crowd for every performer, plus a delicious local craft beer list.

Performances are held on Wednesdays and Saturdays.  There is an open mic on Monday nights. Each performance features 3 artists and the capacity of the venue is 75.

• Preferred genres include Indie, Folk, Acoustic, Electronic, Jazz, Pop
• Original music is preferred, though cover bands will be considered
• Plugged in bands are permitted, however the venue cannot host a full drum kit
• Solo artists and full bands will both be considered
• Family friendly acts are preferred.  The Local is all ages for bands

Details:

• Sets are typically 35-40 mins
• A small PA with 2 mics will be provided
• A Peavey combo amp for guitar or keyboard will be provided. Drums are not permitted, however the venue does allow cocktail kits / drum machines for quieter bands

• Bands receive free beverages and a tip bucket is passed. There is never a cover at The Local 
• Selected artists will be featured on flyers in the hostel, and on all social media sites
• Bands can sell merch on-site