Yesterday I did a band portrait with The Banner at the Blender Theater in NYC.
In the bio on their label’s site, lead singer Joey Southside’s instrument is listed as “throat.” He told me, “I get paid to scream.”
As is often the case, the most hardcore bands seem to be made up of the nicest guys. They were fun, easy-going, and never asked, “Are you done, yet?”
I’ve shot a few portraits at this venue so it was a challenge to come up with something new. Fortunately I’ve never used the seating section so I figured I’d give it a shot.
When the guys sat down, Joey flashed a wad of cash. I snapped my first frame and it turned out to be a fun shot.
Today I’m attending my friend Brian Friedman’s wedding. Something tells me that the only screaming I’ll hear is when he gets the bar tab at the end of the night.
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