Vicki and Mike joined their voices and talents to form "2Late" in January, 2004. Influenced by Maura O'Connell, Cheryl Wheeler, Peter, Paul and Mary, and other contemporary folk and country artists, they have developed a unique musical style featuring complex vocal harmonies and strong acoustic guitar work. Now well-established in the Albany, NY area, 2Late was recognized in 2006 by the Shine Original Music Series. Their song "Desperation (One Last Chance)", written by Mike, was awarded 4th place in a national lyric contest sponsored by American Songwriter Magazine in November 2006.
Vicki Gayle (lead vocals and rhythm guitar... she's the one with the hair) was born in Jacksonville, Florida and first played in front of an audience at age seven. She has a simple philosophy about music: it has to be good, and it has to be fun, and this comes across loud and clear in 2Late's performances. Like many local musicians, she has a "day job"...she is a paralegal with an Albany law firm. Vicki lives in Guilderland with husband Rik, daughter Emily, Toby the Corgi and Milan the black cat.
Mike Short (rhythm vocals and lead guitar/songwriter) Mike Short is just his stage name... his real name is Michael Short. Mike was born in Madison, Wisconsin, and his amazing guitar solos and harmonies are a 2Late trademark. Guitar isn't the only instrument he plays well.... there's piano, bass, mandolin and a host of others. By day, Mike works for the Department of Civil Service, developing interactive content for its web site. He is also a soccer referee and referee instructor. He lives in Guilderland with his wife, Monica, and way too many cats (two). His has two grown sons both living too far away.
2Late's standard fare is family-friendly, adult contemporary folk music with some very silly songs mixed in. The group also performs contemporary Christian music at a wide range of venues in New York's Capital District.
You will like 2Late if you like:
* Nancy Griffith
* Cheryl Wheeler
* Simon and Garfunkel
* Peter, Paul and Mary (well, without Paul anyway)
* Lee Ann Womack
You may not go for us if you like:
* Rap
* Songs that never seem to end (we do only a few)
* Really loud music
Get out and network tonight with everyone who is anyone in the Capital Region music business! Plus, listen to great music from Palatypus, 2Late, and The Velmas!
PLUS ...
* Northern Lights is handing out free tickets to LA Guns and more while supplies last * FREE SHINE CD's to everyone through the door featuring 17 local bands * First 50 people to visit the Best Bytes Media Table will receive a FREE DVD of the January and February highlights of Crumbs Nite Out (See below picture). I will also have about 10 Junk Head DVDs and tons of CD's with Quick Time Videos of over 15 local bands!
For more information, click on the below picture or check out www. Crumbs. net. This event will also be recorded live and re-broadcasted on 90.3 WAMC. So be ready to cheer for your favorite performers.
I'm the honored friend who gets to post 2Late's first, official comment!?? Hoorraayyy! I'm still hoping to get my butt in gear and get to one of the upcoming shows. Can't wait to see you in action. Love your passion for music. Keep feelin' it. It's the universal language we all speak so best wishes for great new cd's in the future! xoxoxoJenn
