When visual journalist, Kate Lord moved to New York in February, she was immediately intrigued by the musicians of the city’s transit system. “People just don’t burst into song in a crowded place in Charlotte, North Carolina,” she said of her hometown. Featured in this post are several photos from her ongoing project on subway musicians. The image above is of Marques Toliver, one of Kate’s favorite underground musicians. Press play below to listen to one of his songs, Sights and Sounds of the City as you enjoy the sight of Kate’s amazing photographs.
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There’s another Subway Show coming up with an interesting new twist. This time around attendees will meet on the 7 train at Times Square and sing along to train-themed covers like Ozzy Osbourne’s Crazy Train and Soul Asylum’s Runaway Train during the ride. Once the train arrives at Flushing Meadows Park, there will be a mass migration to the World’s Fair globe for a show with the Eskalators and friends.
I always find myself watching videos on YouTube of various DIY subway events in envy of the attendees. This time, though, I was able to make it to a pretty cool subway show. The same night as the Crash/Daze gallery opening, a bit deeper east into Brooklyn, Dan Deacon and friends put on a very energetic electro show under the M train at Myrtle Avenue. Check out the video they put together above.
It looks like the subway show was a blast! We couldn’t make it this time, but we eagerly await more events like this. Check out the link below for more photos.
Here is your chance to be part of one of those cool subway events that appear on YouTube from time to time. SleepWhenDead NYC is throwing their 4th Subway Show, a musical event that takes place on a subway car!
Three groups are set to perform on the 1 train from South Ferry Station. People are meeting up at the end of the platform at 5PM sharp. The lineup includes The Eskalators, Graffiti Monsters and The Mighty Handful. Check out this link for all the details.
