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THE AMERICAN RELICS: Encore Performance @Chelsea T&S 4/12//24 @ 7:00 PM (NYC)

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Back by popular demand THE AMERICAN RELICS the authentic eyes of ‘69 will be performing at the hottest night spot in Manhattan Chelsea Table & Stage (152 West 26th Street inside the Hilton Hotel) on April 12th, 2024 @ 7:00 PM. After an incredible evening of a nostalgic rock influenced extravaganza the band returns with an encore performance once again ready for the crowd to leave their seats and dance in the aisles. 

They will be featuring their KISS FM radio and YouTube super hits “The Eyes of 1969” and “We’ve Got to Start it All Again” plus more of their influential rock favorites. With a successful debut last December at Chelsea the fans want more…and if you’re not a fan yet…you will quickly become one.



The members of THE AMERICAN RELICS are all musical superheroes in their own right all with the love and respect for the music of the past however stepping their originals up a notch to make it relevant at the present. Frontman and founder John Gitano on lead guitar/vocals/songwriting, Adrienne Dugger (international opera singer turned rocker) on vocals, Nelson Montana (multi-instrumentalist) plays a wicked bass, Josh Salant (musical engineer genius) on drums Patti Jarman, guitar/vocals, and Neal Lazar on lead and rhythm guitar and production.

Chelsea Table & Stage has become the go-to nightlife space for intimate, top quality entertainment and gourmet dining. Its specialty is that no matter where you sit you feel like you are front and center stage. Located in the heart of the Chelsea area in New York City the venue features a unique vibe not found anywhere else…

Get tickets for THE AMERICAN RELICS at Chelsea Table & Stage on April 12, 2024 here:

https://chelseatableandstage.venuetix.com/show/details/xyIdGHV3NC6RJVzkxDxj

The official website for THE AMERICAN RELICS may be found at https://www.theamericanrelics.com

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Marz Starlife Makes A Striking First Impression With Healing

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Every once in a while, a debut comes along that doesn’t just introduce an artist – it reveals a soul. Marz Starlife’s first EP, Healing, is exactly that. It’s raw, it’s heartfelt, and it doesn’t pretend to have everything figured out. Instead, it leans into the messiness of real life – the mistakes, the heartbreak, the isolation – and tries to make sense of it all through music. Born in Jamaica, raised in the UK, and now back on the island, Marz brings a cross-cultural perspective to his storytelling, but at the heart of Healing is something deeply human: the need to reckon with the past in order to move forward.

Across the project’s standout tracks, Marz doesn’t hold back. In Bad Memories, he opens up about years lost to incarceration, fractured relationships, and the weight of regret. “Spent four birthdays locked up, baby remember me please,” he raps, in a tone that’s both matter-of-fact and aching. The production stays subdued and moody, letting the lyrics breathe. There’s no glorification of the streets here, only reflection. He admits to being young and caught up in the chase for fast money, but he also shows growth, making it clear that he’s not the same person he once was. It’s a track that lingers, not because it tries to be flashy, but because it feels real.

The title track, Healing, is where everything clicks. Marz taps into something almost spiritual as he raps, “I turn pain into power, darkness to light.” The song is layered with poetic lines and subtle emotional shifts, balancing toughness with tenderness. There’s a determination to rise above, even when the scars still sting. He reflects on his upbringing, his time in the streets, and the inner battles he continues to fight. “No shrink can understand how I’m feeling,” he says, and honestly, it’s hard not to believe him. The pain here is too specific, too lived-in. But instead of letting it swallow him, he uses it to fuel something greater.

What’s refreshing about Healing is that it doesn’t try to fit neatly into any one genre or narrative. Marz blends elements of UK hip-hop, Jamaican rhythm, and emotional rap into something that feels uniquely his own. He’s not here to be the loudest or the flashiest; he’s here to be honest. And in a world full of over-produced, over-polished music, that honesty stands out.

With Healing, Marz Starlife has given us more than a debut; he’s given us a mirror into his journey, and maybe even our own. Whether you’ve lived through similar struggles or are just someone who appreciates music with depth and heart, this EP is worth your time. It’s a reminder that healing isn’t linear, but it’s possible, and that sometimes telling your story is the most powerful thing you can do.

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