The Marsupials & Pocket Watch // SpeakEZ Lounge, Grand Rapids

Name: The Marsupials & Pocket Watch // SpeakEZ Lounge, Grand Rapids
Start: 2024-05-08T19:30:00-04:00
End: 2024-05-08T22:00:00-04:00
Location: SpeakEZ Lounge

Schedule

Wed May 08 2024 at 07:30 pm to 10:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

SpeakEZ Lounge | Grand Rapids, MI

7:30pm | SpeakEZ Lounge, Grand Rapids
The Marsupials are a band that defy easy categorization, weaving together a diverse tapestry of genres to create a unique experience. With rock, indie, funk, psychedelic, ska, and progressive elements, their music showcases an impressive array of musicianship while never being afraid to keep it simple for the sake of the song. Led by the main songwriter, Tai Jaxx Drury, The Marsupials have cultivated a reputation for electrifying performances and raucous good times throughout their home state of Michigan.
Formed in 2014 by Drury during his high school days in Harbor Springs, MI, The Marsupials have continuously evolved while staying true to their core musical vision. The band's lineup remains fluid, drawing from a deep pool of veteran Michigan musicians who bring fresh energy and expertise to every show. Their commitment to delivering a high-energy and musically engaging experience has made them a mainstay in the Midwest music scene.
For almost a decade, The Marsupials have been a fixture at Michigan festivals, theaters, and breweries from Marquette to Detroit. Relentlessly performing since their inception, they continue to advance the boundaries of their music, experimenting with new sounds and exploring uncharted territories. Their unwavering dedication to their craft, combined with a sound that is authentically their own has solidified The Marsupials as one of Michigan's most exciting young bands.
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Pocket Watch is a Grand Rapids based 6 piece jazz-fusion band with old school funk vibes mixed with a new age jazz sensibility.
Pocket Watch is comprised of Berklee and Michigan State alumni, with members hailing from various other groups around West Michigan like Minor Element, Earth Radio, the Verve Pipe, Squatch, Whorled, and Cosmic Knot. Members of this ensemble have prior experience with national tours opening for Five For Fighting, festival appearances with Afro Man and Spin Doctors, and memorable performances at summer NAMM and SXSW.
The group brings a mix of Snarky Puppy influenced artistry with festival jam band energy, with something for every fan to keep their interest through the night. The group has been cutting their teeth with various high profile West Michigan performances, including headlines at Holland’s Park Theatre, Grand Rapids’ Pyramid Scheme, and Founders Brewing. This summer, the band emerged as winners of Grand Haven’s Walk The Beat competition, receiving 40 hours of recording time at the legendary Third Coast Recording studio, owned by John Mayer and Bon Jovi collaborating engineer Bill Chrysler.