Acclaimed for his crafty songs, intricate melodies, harmonies and instrumental work, Stephen Galgocy, singer/songwriter/guitarist, has earned a well-deserved reputation throughout the Tri-State area as one of the most compelling up and coming musical artists.
This native of Bethlehem, PA has spent the past few years winning over audiences with his eclectic, irresistible solo sets, acquiring fans with each charged performance. Stephen has been fortunate to have been granted some extraordinary gigs. He performed at Theatre of the Living Arts in Philadelphia, PA, opening for Vanessa Carlton, and at Crocodile Rock with Ryan Cabrera. Most recently, he has been performing in NJ and NY. His latest includes performances at The Loop Lounge (Passaic, NJ) and CBGBs 313 Gallery (NYC).
Other venues he has performed at in the Tri-State area include: The Fun House, Hotel Bethlehem Split Rock Resort and Tap Room, Pontiac Grill, and The Banana Factory; colleges, such as Moravian College, Lehigh University, East Stroudsburg University, and Wilkes University; and large community events such as Riverfusion and Musikfest.
With underlying evidence of his roots in punk, folk, and rock, with hints of jazz, fusion, and even trance, Stephen’s song collection offer a combination of raw emotion and eloquent song craft. On such emotionally forthright, melodically arresting originals such as U Wake, Galgocy writes lyrics that muse on life and love with an insight that belies his age. And he sings his songs in a gently raspy, effortlessly emotional voice that carries a remarkable level of depth.
