Papa Muse, is a dynamic rock band with catchy hooks and funky dance able grooves, led by “Wayâ€, guitarist, or bassist, vocalist and songwriter for the band. Recently relocated to the Fort Lauderdale area, Way is still playing with guitarist Maco, a vibrant powerhouse who lights up the stage, as well as playing solo acoustic showcases in southern Florida.
A charismatic, inspirational and wacky character, Way has been the principal organizer for the Musefest, an annual music festival based in Ithaca, N.Y. for nearly a decade. He also ran a unique musician’s hotel called the Band and Breakfast, and has built relationships with thousands of musicians, agents and fans.
Way plays a distinctive soulful style, an enthusiastic and expansive sound. His lyrics are positive and insightful, sculpting beautiful vocal melodies that will stay with you long after you hear them.
Maco Rodriguez adds a raw vibe on stage while she layers the songs with rock electric guitar, precise and emotive. A professional artist and designer, Maco is earning a name for herself in the graphic world, but her musical talent and ability are about to explode upon an unsuspecting Florida music scene.
The band Papa Muse is strongly influenced by bands like Rush, Tool, Primus, Dave Mathews, Radiohead, Moby, Stone Temple Pilots, The Who, Progressive Rock, Grunge, African music, Electronica, and anything powerful! They play songs that captivate and exhilarate their audience, leaving a long lasting impression.
Papa Muse is looking to rebuild the full electric band line up in south Florida. Meanwhile the songwriter is busy working on the upcoming full length release “Meaning Makersâ€.
Simply put, the band is complex, dynamic and full of catchy hooks to keep you humming for days. With meaningful lyrics, and a spirited humor and wit, a Papa Muse performance is loads of fun.
Achievements for Papa Muse include: countless bar gigs, festival showcase gigs, support of national acts as diverse as Fishbone, The Pharcyde, The Pietasters and many others, as well as several television appearances.
The music speaks for itself. Please give Papa Muse a listen.
Samples at:
www.papamuse.com or www.myspace.com/papamuse
