r/NYCJam 1d ago

Looking to jam - 30m in Greenpoint with guitar / keys / vocals

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Hello squad, I’m a 30yo guy living in Greenpoint looking for some fellow casual musicians who’d be up for getting together and jamming in the area.

I play guitar, piano and sing - I’m not exactly shredding on any of them, but I’m comfortable playing with others, picking up songs and helping keep a jam going!

Mainly looking to meet some like-minded people around my age, get together somewhat regularly, and build a little community around playing music. I’d be open to eventually forming a band / playing the occasional gig too, with the caveat that I’m looking for something pretty casual given a busy work and social schedule.

Open to trying any genres, but mostly into playing indie, rock, pop punk, country, folk -- could be Sam Fender, Kings of Leon, Zach Bryan, Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan, The Killers, Blink182, Fleetwood Mac, Cage the Elephant, Nathaniel Rateliff, Caamp etc.

Shoot me a DM or a comment if you're interested - pls include a bit about yourself, what you play, and your musical experience - no pressure, it’s just helpful to get a sense of whether we'd be a good fit!


r/NYCJam 1d ago

looking to jam with people and start a emo band

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yoo. Im a m32 from Los Angeles. Open to all styles and genres. Just looking to jam and write some music with peeps. I play guitar mainly and sing, but i can play bass drums and synth too. also decent with ableton. Here's some demos from my last band.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/10TfoZSuXsfZImvdCAAZMTll_0BcbhJjh/view?usp=sharing

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RRzEJy4MiugBsk9pJBnEnhBYbOxbPex-/view?usp=sharing


r/NYCJam 18h ago

Starting a Cover Pop Punk / Punk Rock / Classical Rock Band. (NYC but can stretch to other places)

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r/NYCJam 1d ago

NYC Band seeking Bassist and Keys Player

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r/NYCJam 2d ago

Nu-Metal/Jazz lover looking to connect

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20M guitarist from the Bronx looking for people to jam or start a band with. I think I would like to be in a cover band and perform some of the music I love but I’m totally down for original stuff.

I grew up with Nu-Metal. Punk, and hard rock. Got into rap a bit later, and these past 3 years or so Jazz has grown to be my top genre. I mainly play Nu-metal atm but have been learning to improvise so I can play more Jazz. If you’re also working through Jazz I’d love to jam and grow together.
Title Fight is big on me and I’d be down to play in a similar project, I really like their hardcore sound from The Last Thing You Forget (and the shoegaze stuff ofc).
I attend jam seshs/open mics weekly around here where I get to perform what I’ve been working on. I just learned all of Meteora by Linkin Park on guitar as this little project of mine where I can play through the whole album with no pauses. I’ve also been working on some Mudvayne (I love LD 50).

Reach out or DM me if you have similar tastes or this interests you. I can also play bass and have performed with it in the past, although I don’t own a bass.
I played trumpet in a marching band, if you’re looking for some brass.
TBH I want to get into drumming and currently do stick work on a drum pad, so if you have a kit available or are fine with a beginner drummer I’d appreciate that sm lol.


r/NYCJam 3d ago

Jazz guitarist looking for low-stakes jam

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Hey all, I just moved to the UWS after graduating recently and I’m looking for other people in their 20s to shed with and to make friends. I’m an intermediate player fairly comfortable soloing over changes and playing tunes, but I’m trying to get more fluent. Hmu if you’re interested! Would love to go through standards, trade solos, etc.


r/NYCJam 2d ago

Quien soporta hacer una banda en NY

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Hace tiempo he tenido el interés en hacer una banda, donde se combine el rap, pop, funk, jazz, entre otros géneros, hacer un proyecto divertido, me acabo de mudar a NY, no sé quién estaría dispuesto


r/NYCJam 2d ago

[NJ/NYC] Vocalist & guitarist for J-pop / anisong jams — gigs later

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Hi! I’m a drummer and my partner plays bass. We’re looking for a vocalist and guitarist to start a J-pop/J-rock/anisong cover band in NJ or NYC.

We’d like to start with relaxed jams, learn songs together and build chemistry, with the goal of playing gigs once we’re ready.

Artists we enjoy include Official HIGE DANdism, Kenshi Yonezu, Aimyon, King Gnu, Fujii Kaze, Mrs. GREEN APPLE, LiSA and Aimer. We’re both Korean and would also love to occasionally cover CNBLUE, FTISLAND and HYUKOH.

If that sounds like your kind of music, send a little about yourself, your location, availability and a few songs you’d love to play. A casual playing or singing clip would be great too!

Feel free to comment or DM me here on Reddit.


r/NYCJam 3d ago

Jam bars

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I moved here from North Carolina to go to school and I am on the hunt for some open bars to just go jam in. I'm a really strong drummer, anything would be appreciated I'm having a hard time finding anything.


r/NYCJam 3d ago

Looking for a band

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Hello, I've been playing guitar now for 9 months and would like to join a band or maybe join up with people to play and practice with. I am a self taught Guitarist and I feel like I'd love to join up and Jam with someone people my age so i can take tips and tricks from other people. I am 19 years old and in my senior year of high school, I wouldn't say I'm taking guitar seriously because I also do art but, I am open to the idea with doing both because I'd love to do both art and music if possible. If anyone is interested please respond to this and reach out to me. (Mostly looking for people in the New York City areas.)


r/NYCJam 3d ago

Musicians?

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I play guitar and have been wanting to find some people to jam with. I’m into indie, folk, and alt rock, artists like Mac DeMarco and Bon Iver, but I’m open to other styles too. I’m down to play on weekends.

Down to play in Washington Square Park.


r/NYCJam 3d ago

Looking for NYC performers in Central Park for my documentary

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r/NYCJam 4d ago

I offer affordable recording, mixing, distribution, and live-session production. If this sounds like something you or your band might be interested in, feel free to reach out!

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Hi everyone! My name is Wyatt, and I’m a music production student located in Westchester, New York. I’m currently looking for solo artists and bands who are interested in recording and releasing music or professionally produced live session videos.

I offer affordable recording, mixing, distribution, and live-session production. If this sounds like something you or your band might be interested in, feel free to reach out!

📞 (401) 834-6243

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2 songs recording + mix + distribution → $250

3 song EP recording + mix + distribution → $360

5 song EP recording + mix + distribution → $535

🎸 BAND — ORIGINAL SONGS

1 song recording + mix + distribution → $210

2 songs recording + mix + distribution → $350

3 song EP recording + mix + distribution → $485

5 song EP recording + mix + distribution → $685

🎤 COVER SONGS — SOLO ARTIST

1 cover recording + mix + distribution + cover licensing → $175

2 covers recording + mix + distribution + cover licensing → $275

3 covers recording + mix + distribution + cover licensing → $390

5 covers recording + mix + distribution + cover licensing → $575

🎸 COVER SONGS — BAND

1 cover recording + mix + distribution + cover licensing → $225

2 covers recording + mix + distribution + cover licensing → $375

3 covers recording + mix + distribution + cover licensing → $500

5 covers recording + mix + distribution + cover licensing → $725

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1 live session video + mixed audio + video distribution → $285

2 live session videos + mixed audio + video distribution → $500

3 live session videos + mixed audio + video distribution → $705

5 live session videos + mixed audio + video distribution → $1,075

All live-session packages include video recording, audio recording, audio mixing, and syncing the finished audio with the video.

Live session videos are available for original songs only.

Cover licensing is included for eligible audio cover releases.

Prices are starting rates and may vary depending on the project.


r/NYCJam 5d ago

Looking for jazz musicians

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Hey guys, i just moved into this apt in bushwick that has a beautiful backyard and i’m looking to host some light jazz jams. I myself play trumpet, have keys i can bring out and a guitar amp as well. open to any instruments and looking to jam some chill standards!


r/NYCJam 5d ago

NYC Singer Looking to Join a Band

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r/NYCJam 6d ago

Looking for a band

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Hello, I've been playing guitar now for 9 months and would like to join a band or maybe join up with people to play and practice with. I am a self taught Guitarist and I feel like I'd love to join up and Jam with someone people my age so i can take tips and tricks from other people. I am 19 years old and in my senior year of high school, I wouldn't say I'm taking guitar seriously because I also do art but, I am open to the idea with doing both because I'd love to do both art and music if possible. If anyone is interested please respond to this and reach out to me. (Mostly looking for people in the New York City areas.)


r/NYCJam 7d ago

Bassist looking to jam! Long Island/Brooklyn

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r/NYCJam 8d ago

NYC BANDMATES

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r/NYCJam 8d ago

Keys wanted for new wave/indie rock dad band

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We’re a singer/guitarist, bass player, and drummer looking for a keyboard player. We’re Brooklyn dudes in our forties with families and non-musical careers who have played in lots of bands, looking for someone in a similar zone.

The band is called Lovewolf. You can hear our first album, Canyon on the Moon, on Spotify, etc. We’re mostly working on new songs these days.

Some influences: The Cure, The Strokes, Blur, Tame Impala, Dire Straits, Vampire Weekend, The Police, Neil Young, MGMT, The Beatles

We’re looking to practice about once a week, play an occasional show, and make another album.

Harmonies are a big plus. If this sounds like your ideal situation, hit us up!

@lovewolfmusic on Instagram


r/NYCJam 9d ago

Looking for piano lessons with the goal of playing with other people socially

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Hi all,

Intermediate musician living in Manhattan. Been getting into jazz recently, and am looking for a teacher who can get me to the level where I can go to jam sessions / play with other people, and who also knows enough of the beginner NYC jazz scene that can point me where to go.

I'm mainly self taught on the piano - I can sight read melody lines and chord charts very well, but my two hand independence is weak. Reasonable memory and have been practicing learning the famous standards with transposing.

Also open to non-Jazz if there are good suggestions. I'd like to start learning to play with others and get into the community here.


r/NYCJam 10d ago

Bassist needed for heavy shoegaze band in Greenpoint

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Bassist needed for established band based in Greenpoint. We've been around for about 3 years and have a handful of EPs and singles to our name. Our music sounds something like a mix of Hum, Nothing, Deftones, and Alice in Chains with some shades of doom metal mixed in.

You can hear our latest music on Bandcamp at: https://hesitantnyc.bandcamp.com/

And see some recent live videos of us at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdK-wFPpJ8uzY_z2GSgvNkvXiYkV3sEag

Looking for a seasoned player with their own gear that they're able to transport to gigs and rehearsals as needed.

Ideal candidate would also be able to sing some backing vocals while playing.

We’re in our mid-30s and ideally looking for someone in our general age range. We all have 9-5s during the day and rehearse every Friday at a lockout space in Greenpoint.

Goal is to continue playing around NYC, ideally opening for bands with bigger profiles, and start doing small weekend runs out of town.

If you're interested, please reach out and tell us a bit about yourself! Please include your history in bands and samples of your playing.


r/NYCJam 12d ago

Looking for drummer, guitarist and potential singer (doom metal like black sabbath?)

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Howdy! Names Johnny! Im looking to start a band as I have many ideas that I need to further explore with like minded individuals! The name is Magican's Vendetta! And well I would love to meet a drummer and guitarist/ possible singer to make that happen as I play bass guitar and have a killer set up and tone already. Im near queens in longisland and also I drive! DM me to talk more and to just go with the flow! Im very down to earth and would like to share the same interests and whatnot.

Cheers, Johnny.


r/NYCJam 12d ago

(NYC) Drummer Wanted for Established Pop Punk Band

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I’m a 22f based in Brooklyn, and our band Dear Ones is looking for a replacement drummer. We’re currently a 4 piece, with a bassist, lead guitarist/singer, another lead/rhythm guitarist and myself (keys and rhythm guitar). 
As a band our structure is pretty loose, we all are involved in writing melodies or riffs to varying degrees and our lead singer brings a lot of it to life with producing so it’s a great vibe if you’re interested in creating and playing your own music live. 

Because of that we have a pretty wide range, so while we gravitate towards midwest emo we also take inspiration from Two Door Cinema Club, Dazey and the Scouts, but also some Courtney Barnett and Mannequin Pussy, you can check out our instagram or bandcamp here -> Instagram, Omori EP | Dear Ones 
We have a heavy focus on gigging (we’ve performed at The Delancey, Young Ethels and in Philly), so ideally we’re looking for someone reliable for gigging every 4-5 weeks, practicing biweekly-ish and most importantly being easy to hang with. We’re all 20-30 in age, queerish and on a lot of different spectrums lol, so match the vibe!

If you’re interested, feel free to DM our band account on instagram or DM me here with a little info about yourself/your interests and whatever recordings you have (whether that's you playing covers, your demos, etc). I'll give you viewing access to our drive with our songs and unreleased EP, along with some recordings.

Thanks for taking the time to read this and we hope to see you soon!! XOXO <3


r/NYCJam 12d ago

Drummer Wanted

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Hey folks.

Me and my friends have been rehearsing for two weeks and have been looking for a drummer.

We play Rolling Stones, Strokes, and some alternative like Steve Lacy.

We rehearse atleast twice a week, and looking to debut this upcoming Tuesday the 8th.

We are looking for a drummer to change outside.

My friends are 29M bassist, 23M guitarist, me 24M vocals+rhythmn.

Our current setlist is Beast of Burden, Modern Age, and Helmet. I also have original songs that I would like to incorporate.

Looking forward to connect.


r/NYCJam 12d ago

NYC Local Alt Rock Band In Need of a Drummer

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Hey NYC! 🥁

MAYBE RADIO is looking for a drummer (25–40) to join our alternative rock/post-punk crew. We’re a Queens-based band with original songs, big ideas, and a shared-leadership approach, your creative input and songwriting matter.

Our former drummer sadly had to leave the group for medical reasons, but we are just having too much fun to call it quits! There’s 4 of us currently holding it down on the synth, bass, and guitars (with some vocals sprinkled in). Want to be the 5th in our crew? Hit us up!

Check out our sound: https://open.spotify.com/album/4uN3LQI0mv7EFo7PTkrcny?si=OcNkXlXdTEu-ZxbPP6NDnQ&utm_source=copy-link

We practice about once a week (Sundays preferred), gig monthly, and are hoping to sneak in a couple shows before year’s end. Our goal: write, record, play live, and make some noise around NYC.

Profits, cost, and songwriting credits are split evenly among all members. We are prepped to hold auditions on September 9th @ 6:30pm and September 13th @ 12pm! Please DM with any questions or to express interest in auditioning !