The Last Year

The Last Year is an alternative rock band from Baltimore, Maryland, comprising frontwoman Niki Barr on vocals, Scott Ensign on bass and synth, BJ Kerwin on drums, and Scott Griffith on guitar. The band approaches their music with influences ranging from the hook-heavy hits of the CARS to the spacey, hypnotic sounds of late ‘80s and early ‘90s acts like the Cure and Portishead. The Last Year has managed to mix retro influences with modern appeal. Guided by Barr’s coy, airy, powerful melodies and slinky body language, and by the band’s array of synth growls, driving rhythm, and swirling guitar sounds, their show is a spectacle and a must-see. Having toured over 30 countries on three continents, the Last Year spent 2014 building a national FOLLOWING, supporting acts like Phantogram, Tove Lo, Nico Vega, Paramore, and Neon Hitch, among others.

The Last Year teamed up with Shanachie Entertainment to release their debut EP, which was warmly received by fans and critics alike, especially the lead single “Sugar,” a tune that bridges the gap between the Smiths and the infectious, radio-friendly indie rock hooks of bands like Metric. Under the previous direction of CO 5 Music, “Sugar” was spun at more than 14 radio stations, including SiriusXM’s Alt Nation, WWDC, WLUM, KWSS, and WWWX, among others. It’s CONTINUOUSLY being added to alternative and rock stations with each and every performance.

ADMISSION $10 in advance / $12 day of show