NYC Part 1: The Vital Movement at The Recoup Lounge

Let me give you a little background on this show: I was tired. I mean, dog tired. And grumpy. I didn't want to go; I just wanted to be a lazy butt and watch Law & Order in my pajamas. But what was I in NYC for after all? So my friend Monica and I trekked over to the Lower East Side, knowing that there would be a keyboard waiting for me.

Except for tonight.

Tonight, the regular keyboardist was unable to make it, and so when I arrived, I had nothing but a mic. There was a live DJ, and we made an attempt to create a karaoke track out of the tracks on my album, but no dice. Finally, the lovely and talented Miles Thomas approached me with another option: another mixer had arrived with a two-octave keyboard and a laptop. I decided to give it a shot, and this was the result.

Other highlights of the evening included me joining in the Cipher Jam and freestyle-singing over some live samples. I had never tried anything like it before, and it was a blast. Additionally, a rapper got up and used his mic time to hit on me in his rap. Probably the most creative way anyone has ever come on to me. (Sadly, I don't have video of it, though.)

Special thanks to Alexis Williams ("Lex") of Golden Eye Video Production who graciously captured this crazy moment. Check out her stuff, especially her work for fabulous NYC artist Renee Dion.

A great night at Howl at the Moon

Hey friends!

I just had to share with you all some news about my exciting night last night. I played at Howl at the Moon, a dueling piano bar here in Boston that has locations all across the country. They were hosting a contest called Rock the Moon for up-and-coming musicians to come play, with the chance to win $200 based on who got the best audience response. I am proud to say that yours truly was the winner! It was a ton of fun playing covers for a change, and I can't wait to go back and play again.

Additionally, I had an interview done with a local newscast, Dirty Water TV. The show airs on NESN (a New England cable channel), and when I get a hold of the interview, I'll post it up here for all of you to see.

Thanks for everyone who came out and cheered last night! It really meant a lot to me to have your support, and it's because of you that I had such a great night.

Brand New Fan - Laura

First edition of Brand New Fan! Special thanks to Laura, and thanks to her friends for letting me borrow her. :)

New Year's Transitions!

It really is important to me to have you be a part of my journey as a musician. I hope you'll join me as I start this new chapter on New Year's Eve!

Enjoy the video above! And get your tickets below! :)

New Year's Eve with Mary Casiello and The Diversions!

Welcome in the New Year with us! The evening includes a sumptuous dinner buffet served from 8 to 10:30 pm, cash bar, and some great original jazz & rock music from 8:30 pm to 12:30 am! Free parking in garage next door and right across the street from the Malden Center T station on the Orange Line.



Purchase tickets using the button below! See you there!

NYE Price Option

1 ticket $25.00 2 tickets $40.00

Thank you!!!!

Hello friends!

I want to give a big THANK YOUUUUUU to everyone for coming out to my CD release on September 11th at Precinct! My bandmates and I had such a blast, and I can't begin to express how grateful I am to have seen you all there. Your support is never forgotten. And if you still haven't got your copy of my new CD, Lovely Life, check CD Baby in the next two weeks, and you'll be able to have one of your very own :-)

And make sure to check my webpage for upcoming shows at a slew of venues in the greater Boston area --- from open mics to the House of Blues, and everything in between! www.marycasiello.com See you at the next show! ;)

Peace and love,
Mary

Rockin' the Precinct: My CD Release Party!

I'm so excited! Watch the video to find out how to get a free copy of my CD, then click here to reserve your copy. See you on the 11th!