Upcoming Gigs
May 19: Villain & Saint, Bethesda, MD with Caligula BlushedMore info & tickets
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Performing the Music of R.E.M.
N.E.W. Athens is a band dedicated to performing the music of R.E.M. The band includes four veteran musicians who have come together to honor one of the great American bands. The name N.E.W. athens pays tribute to Athens, GA., where R.E.M. was formed. N.E.W. athens' set list covers a wide range of R.E.M.'s work focusing mainly, but not exclusively, on the band's earliest albums. Lifelong R.E.M. fans and new fans will hear great music and have a great time.
To book N.E.W. athens, email us at newathensband@gmail.com or call 240-994-1309.
Do you like The Smiths and Morrissey? Check out our other band, Caligula Blushed!
N.E.W. athens at Bethesda Blues & Jazz (8/3/17)
The Band
 John Ohly, Guitars/Vocals |
 Steve Aaron, Drums/Vocals |
 Will Styne, Bass/Vocals |
 Dana Tofig, Keys/Vocals |
Photos and Videos
Jammin' Java, Vienna, Va. (1/24/17)
Photo Credits: Rob Riddle
Villain & Saint, Bethesda, Md. (11/13/16)
University of Maryland Tailgate (10/28/17)
Upcoming Shows
Sat., May 19: Villain & Saint, 7141 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD
We're excited to be back at Villain & Saint for a headlining gig with fledgling Smiths cover band Caligula Blushed (featuring Quinn, the former Moz of the now-defunct Girlfriend in a Coma). Great bands. Great music. Great venue! Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door. Get Tickets
Past Gigs
| Location | Date | |
|---|---|---|
| OaktoberFest Party | October 22nd, 2016 | |
| Villain & Saint | November 13th, 2016 | Video |
| Ottobar | January 7th, 2017 | Video |
| Jammin' Java | January 24th, 2017 | Photos |
| Brookeville Beer Farm | March 4, 2017 | Photos | The Ottobar | March 17, 2017 | ("Yer Covered" Tribute Night) | Villain & Saint | April 8, 2017 | (w/ Flo Anito) | The Hamilton | June 24, 2017 | (Open for Start Making Sense) |
| Bethesda Blues & Jazz | August 3, 2017 | Video | Villain & Saint | September 29, 2017 | Photos | The Blue Side | October 13, 2017 | Video | The Ottobar | October 30, 2017 | The Hamilton | December 27, 2017 | The Ottobar | January 6, 2018 | Photos |
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Thank you
The members of N.E.W. athens would like to thank everyone who has come out to our shows and has supported this project. Thanks to the musicians we've shared the stage with, including Quinn (Girlfriend in a Coma and Caligula Blushed), Ivan Katz (Mandolin), Rob Riddle (Mandolin) and Elena and Matt from Manta Rat (Pixies tribute). Special thanks to Shantel Mitchell Breen, Patrick Ryan and Rob Riddle for providing us with great photos and Will Tofig, for designing (& redesigning) and maintaining our website. And a very special thanks to Debbie, Morgan and Remi, who put up with our rehearsals!