Recently joining the Ropeadope Records roster, Escaper blends soaring melodies provided by Will Hanza (guitars) with funk-laced rhythms laid down by Andrew Nesbitt (drums) and Jay Giacomazzo. Weaving through this sound are the intricate yet lyrical textures of Adam Ahuja (keys) and Johnny Butler (sax). 

Song recorded live at The Bunker Studio in Brooklyn, NY. Album was engineered/co-produced by John Davis (Lettuce, Brad Mehldau, Black Keys). 
 
Band members have played everywhere from Bonnaroo, Mountain Jam and Catskill Chill to Brooklyn Bowl and The Blue Note Jazz Club. As Escaper, the band has already shared the stage with notable acts such as Aqueous, Jimkata and G-Nome Project.

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Castles

Escaper performs "Galaxies" at Nublu 151 in New York City (Dec. 27, 2019).

This is a live performance of the track from their 2018 album, Edge Detection (Ropeadope Records). Performed by:

Will Hanza (guitar)
Jay Giacomazzo (bass)
Phil Kadet (keys)
Ricky Petraglia (drums)

Galaxies

Galaxies | live at NUBLU in NYC | Dec. 27, 2019

“Random Excess” is a state of reflexive release in the presence of ecstatic stimuli. Excess energy builds to the breaking point, and there is no choice but to shake and dance it all out. Driven by the funkiest of bass lines, this track is an introduction to the modern version of Escaper, as well as a portal into the sonic world of Escaper’s upcoming full-length, and everything that it will bring to the table.

Recorded by John Davis (Black Keys, Lettuce, Brad Meldhau) at the Bunker Studio in Brooklyn, NY.

Random Excess

Cover of Pink Floyd's Set The Controls For The Heart Of The Sun. Performed live at Nublu 151 in New York City, December, 2019.

Escaper - Live at Nublu (New York, 12/27/19)

Set The Controls For The Heart Of The Sun (Live at Nublu in NYC, 2019)

The literal definition of Escaper is, "One who breaks free from confinement".  this Brooklyn based band strives for a sound without limits while keeping the dance grooves going.

The band will release their 3rd album on Ropeadope Records in 2020. Their first two albums were met with critical acclaim including being named a JamBase “Release Day Picks”. Named “On the Verge” by Relix Magazine (full page in print edition).

The band has shared the stage with members of the DIsco Biscuits, Brazilian Girls, Theivery Corporation, Rubblebucket, Cabinet, Turkuaz and more. They have also shared bills at venues such as Brooklyn Bowl and Irving Plaza with Jon Fishman (Phish), Karl Denson, Start Making Sense, Aqueous, Electric Beethoven, The DAB Sessions (ft. Aron Magner & Felix Pastorius). They have been seen at festivals such as Elements:Lakewood, DiscJam, Grateful Getdown, Rock n Roll Resort and Mazzstock.

REVIEWS:
“With multifaceted, oftentimes soaring jams, Escaper’s opening set of tunes set a groovy and rocking vibe for the rest of the evening.” - Jambase (regarding opening for The Mallett Brothers, featuring Jon Fishman of Phish, at Brooklyn Bowl on 4/12/18).

"A mind blowing set filled with psychedelic guitar virtuosity, tight grooves, and impressive musicianship." - The Jamwich 

“This up-and-coming juggernaut blends together effortlessly with each member adding his own unique flavor. The band’s music alone draws you in, but it’s their connection to it and to each other that truly completes the package. Their passion oozes out of each and every note they play as they seamlessly take turns controlling the stage.” - Music Fest News

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