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The Nectars are a four piece indie rock band, originating in New Jersey in 2016. The band originally consisted of Jon Paul on bass and vocals as well as Mike Montalbano on drums. The duet then recruited friend and veteran session musician Michael Baron on the guitar. The 3 piece band at this point were eager to complete the imagined quartet with an effervescent front. They then welcomed Jessica Kenny as a Vocalist and 'Front Woman', Kenny being a childhood friend of Montalbano was already familiar with him and his work and so Kenny was a great asset when bringing her harmonic vocals and spirit on stage which fit well with the punk inflamed guitar playing by Baron.

The Nectars have had two single releases since there formation which has been received well by countries such as the USA, UK and Germany.They have had much success in the NYC live scene thus far having shows at iconic venues such as the Mercury Lounge, Meatlocker and BoonTunes. The first single released by The Nectars was 'Heaven' and the second following shortly after was 'I want It', which is under the genre of indie punk yet when performed The Nectars have a rock attitude towards their tracks and translate this to their audience. Both tracks will be featured on their full album entitled 'Sci-Fi Television' that is being released on the 25th of May. Their approach is said to refer back to and be influenced by the New York punk / pop scene circa late 70’s but brings a modernity of sound that would interest young individuals that are interested in creative works involving new musical technology and unique approaches to music.

As artists they have been compared to and referenced to musicians such as No Doubt (Gwen Stefani), Paramore, Bif Naked, The Misfits, My Chemical Romance, Flyleaf, Muse, Thursday, Senses Fail, Blondie, Transvision Vamp, Daisy Chainsaw. The Nectars as a whole have said to draw influence from Artists such as Weezer, The Pixies, Arcade Fire, The Killers, Mac DeMarco, Pavement and Tame Impala. Relating to such artists because of their EDM and funk style of performance that they bring to their many live performances. A member of the Right Chord Music team has stated that “This New Jersey four-piece ooze energy and excitement, while sassy front woman Jessica Kenny evokes the spirit of ‘Don’t Speak’ era Gwen Stefani on hiatus with The Strokes. 2018 has just started with a bang.”