Nick Levy

New York City, NY

$200 per hour

Travels up to 10 miles

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Overview

I'm Nick! I've been playing guitar and singing to audiences in NYC since 1998.
I play and sing pop, soul and classic rock covers. Also old time country and bluegrass style and Grateful Dead/Dylan.
I can also play electric guitar and have a range of guitars, amps, speakers and mics that can be provided if needed.
Great for hotel bars, corporate events, hoedowns and family picnics!


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Booking information

Price range: $200 per hour

Languages: English

Gig length: 5 - 60 minutes

What to expect

I play acoustic or electric guitar and sing. I can rile up a crowd or I can be background music.
I generally put people at ease. I'm early to gigs and have played many hundreds of private events with happy clients.

About

Hey all. I'm a 50 year old man ( I look waaaay younger - my pics are recent).
I've been playing for audiences in the city since 1998. I show up with a great attitude. Can wear a suit and tie if needed.
I can play of classic rock, pop, country, bluegrass, alternative rock. I can play in a band. I can lead a band.
Have a theater background but I've just played music since I graduated college. I'm fun. Easygoing.
Like having friend that at the campfire who has a huge songbook.

Additional booking notes

For guitarist/singer gigs I can bring a BOSE S1 Pro to plug into. I also have a wireless headset mic and a Shure SM58 and stand.
I have 2 acoustic guitars and 3 electric guitars in working order right now. I have a choice of 4 amplifiers.
Also effects pedal board.

Set list

Inquire about my:

POP, CLASSIC ROCK/SOUL
OR
GRATEFUL DEAD/DYLAN/OLD TIME COUNTRY

SETS! I CAN ALSO TAKE REQUESTS WITH ENOUGH NOTICE.

Influences and inspiration

I learned to play guitar by listening to jam bands however I've only ever played in rock bands and acoustic folk/bluegrass/old time acts. My taste is all over the map from the beatles to ska and dub reggae to Iranian percussion.
Also love classic rock (Zeppelin, Joe Walsh, Dire Straits) The Cars, Wilco, Phish, Grateful Dead and JGB, Beastie Boys, Herbie Hancock, Yo La Tengo, Father John Misty, Lord Huron, Hiss Golden Messenger, Medeski Martin and Wood.
As for singer songwriters Paul Simon, John Mayer, Elliott Smith,

Setup requirements

One power outlet please.

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