Press Kit
The New Brew is a funk and soul-pop band from Hartford, CT. Comprised of college students and alumni from the University of Hartford, the band has a variety of influences and flavors to be experienced.
They pride themselves in bringing a fresh energy to every location they play at, with a combination of classic 70s soul/funk and modern pop themes and lyrics. The band is filled with accomplished and talented songwriters and performers ready to bring the heat to your venue. Listen to more below!
Highlights:
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Years active: 2022-Present
Based from: Hartford, CT
Genres: soul, funk, R&B, pop
Website: wearethenewbrew.com
Email: wearethenewbrew@gmail.com
Social Links
Members
Sam Jacobs: Vocals
Cliff Robbins-Sennewald: Guitar
Nino Ciampa: Bass
Michael Spanedda: Drums
Mae Czuba: Alto Sax
Henry Shifrin: Trumpet
James Lewis: Bari Sax
(Extra horn players vary show to show)
More about us:
We are NOT all 21+
We prefer to play original music, but have a great collection of covers prepared!
The “brew” is coffee, not necessarily tea or beer, but whatever suits your fancy :)
Watch our full set:
“...that lead singer, man, he’s great, he’s got some real Rick James energy, it’s just so fun.
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“The Latin influence, a touch of Broadway in the middle, book ended by powerful 70s funk tracks, makes this EP a power house.”
Get in touch!
Sam Jacobs
bandleader, singer, songwriter, manager
wearethenewbrew@gmail.com
Cliff Robbins-Sennewald
guitarist, co-founder, engineer, composer
wearethenewbrew@gmail.com
Photos by Alli LaPolt