The Midtown Riders

Brooklyn, NY

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Travels up to 120 miles

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Jupiter-Live, at Flatiron Room, NYC

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Didn't Cha Know - The Midtown Riders, Live at Flatiron Room

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Cruisin'-Smokey Robinson, The Midtown Riders Live at Flatiron Room.

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Just Friends by Musiq Soulchild

Overview

The Midtown Riders are a premier New York City ensemble that captures the timeless energy of NYC nightlife through a sophisticated blend of R&B, neo-soul, and jazz. The group has become a staple at iconic venues like The Roxy Bar and The Flatiron Room, delivering a sound that is as polished as it is soulful. From smooth, atmospheric grooves perfect for a cocktail hour to high-energy performances that light up a room, The Midtown Riders bring professional precision and authentic NYC groove to every event.


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Booking information

Price range: Contact for rates

Languages: English, Hebrew, Spanish

Gig length: 5 - 240 minutes

What to expect

Energetic, groovy, moving, fun show.

About

The Midtown Riders deliver a sophisticated, high-energy blend of R&B and jazz rooted in a deep-pocket groove. Formed in 2020 by guitarist Kai Gluska and drummer Eden Har-Gil after relocating to NYC, the band has built a reputation for a sound that’s both inventive and soulful. Drawing inspiration from artists like D’Angelo and Charlie Hunter, Gluska performs on a self-built “Frankenstein” guitar, simultaneously covering bass and guitar, while Har-Gil drives the music with a dynamic, jazz-infused feel. Joined by acclaimed vocalist Wanda Civic-known for her projects Double Takes and Live in Paris, and appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon-the group delivers rich textures, tight grooves, and an engaging, feel-good live experience.

Additional booking notes

Electric outlet and extension cords.

Services offered

Set list

Originals by Wanda Civic:
-Clear glass bowl
-Jupiter
-Tongue Tied
-Purple Lights
-Wrong Thing

Covers:
-Spanish Joint
-Cruisin
-Feel Like Makin Love
-Just Friends
-Save Your Love For Me
-Bridge Over Troubled Water
-What You Won’t Do For Love
-on and on
-Didn’t Cha Know
-Best Part
-How Deep Is Your Love
-Gravity
-It Runs Through Me
-Feeling Good
-Ain’t No Sunshine

Influences and inspiration

d'angelo, Erykah Badu, Charlie Hunter.

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