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2025 THE YEAR OF SHOW BRAIN! WE WANT TO SAY THANK YOU! ❤️

To our supporters, donors, volunteers, staff, and of course, the artists! Everyone played a part in this communal celebration of music. Together, we partied!

This year was another one for the books. From the success of our biggest and third annual two-day Show Brain Festival in August, to hosting in 16 shows iconic parks across NYC (Tompkins Square Park, Washington Square Park, Maria Hernandez Park, and Randall’s Island), 11K followers, and dozens of volunteers, we continued our passion of bringing music into public spaces, exposing a new audience, making our shows accessible, free and all ages, and building community around it.

We were also proud to have collaborated with @creemmag @casagogolrecords @punkislandnyc @redbull and @obscure.coffee ⚡️ working alongside partners who believe in the same DIY spirit and cultural impact that drives Show Brain.

This video captures just a glimpse of the energy that defined our year. All filmed and edited by one of the best in the biz @katieo_23 🧠 additional thanks to @bdevenezia @lawlessconcerts and @auelauel for additional footage 🖤

Thank you for showing up, supporting independent music, and helping us prove that these spaces, and the music scene matter.

See you in 2026! 🧠 🖤

#showbrain #nyc #free

What a year it’s been for Show Brain! ✨

2024 was filled with unforgettable moments as we brought live music to the heart of NYC’s parks—free and open to all! From vibrant crowds to breathtaking performances, we couldn’t have asked for a better year of connecting our community through the power of music 🧠

A huge thank you to all of the artists who participated in our vision and advocated for Show Brain. Thank you to the tireless, dedicated crew and volunteers and everyone who showed up to enjoy the magic ✨

Extra buttery thank you to Emily (event coordinator), Katie (video/media), Eddy (lead sound engineer), JR (sound engineer), Melynda (stage art), Jeff (for taking amazing photos), Rob (event staff), Thayer (event staff). Theres many more who lent a hand occasionally. Thank you guys. Every little bit helped!

Extra $aucy thank you to all who’ve donated. You’ve all helped keep the lights on much easier. You know who you are 🫡

Your support makes all of this possible. Together, we created something special in our city and can’t wait to do it all again next year!

Here’s to even more music, more memories, and more amazing moments in 2025! 🌟

Thank you, all.

With gratitude,
Ozzie

🎵 95 Bulls - Crazy ♥️
🎥 edited by Katie
#ShowBrain #nyc

Show Brain is a non-profit music organization that facilitates free, all-ages concerts in New York City parks. The organization's mission is to build community and provide a platform for emerging artists to connect with new audiences. This grassroots initiative is made possible by the dedication of artists, volunteers, and the public. To support the Show Brain mission and learn about upcoming events, follow the organization @showbrain_ on Instagram.
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FINALLY SOMEBODY HAS DECIDED TO BRING MUSIC BACK TO THE STREETS OF NEW YORK AND THEIR NAME IS SHOW BRAIN. WELL IT AINT THEIR FIRST RODEO BUT NOW THEY NEED YOUR HELP MORE THAN EVER TO BRING BIGGER BADDER AND BETTERSHOWS TO THE GREATER PUBLIC. 100 PERCENT FREE, ARTIST FRIENDLY AND ALL AGES. ITS FOR EVERYONE

THIS IS A REAL HAPPENING.
A CULTURAL BREAKTHROUGH OF GIGANTIC PROPORTIONS. WE, AS FINAL MESS, SUPPORT THIS CAUSE. IT’S THE TRUTH. WE DO.

LET US USHER IN A NEW NEW YORK. BECOME A PATRON OF THE ARTS TODAY FOR JUST $1-A-MONTH, VIA NON-PROFIT @showbrain_ HIT THE LINK IN BIO.

SPREAD THE LOVE ♥️♥️♥️

FINALLY SOMEBODY HAS DECIDED TO BRING MUSIC BACK TO THE STREETS OF NEW YORK AND THEIR NAME IS SHOW BRAIN. WELL IT AINT THEIR FIRST RODEO BUT NOW THEY NEED YOUR HELP MORE THAN EVER TO BRING BIGGER BADDER AND BETTERSHOWS TO THE GREATER PUBLIC. 100 PERCENT FREE, ARTIST FRIENDLY AND ALL AGES. ITS FOR EVERYONE

THIS IS A REAL HAPPENING.
A CULTURAL BREAKTHROUGH OF GIGANTIC PROPORTIONS. WE, AS FINAL MESS, SUPPORT THIS CAUSE. IT’S THE TRUTH. WE DO.

LET US USHER IN A NEW NEW YORK. BECOME A PATRON OF THE ARTS TODAY FOR JUST $1-A-MONTH, VIA NON-PROFIT @showbrain_ HIT THE LINK IN BIO.

SPREAD THE LOVE ♥️♥️♥️

👀 FREE and ALL AGES show in Brooklyn at Maria Hernandez Park on June 6th! We’re thrilled to host the Show Brain debut of @lavedamusic 🔥 🤘 with additional performances by @istasounds @cabellisband @native_sun and a special guest we are announcing on May 22! 🤐

Flyer designed by @xtaylerleex 🖤
Free drinks will be given out by the @redbull team!

After party at @alphavillebk right with additional performances and hangs! More info to come!

“Like the cities’ subway trains, New York rock band Laveda, a well-oiled machine, continues to progress forward, with an intense momentum. Together, Laveda shapes a symphony of sounds that skew from scraping metal and breaking glass, to the gentle kinetic sounds of water running softly through subterranean pipes and train engines humming as they move with focus though the dark underworld. Since Laveda moved from Albany to Queens in 2023, the band has grown in multitudes stylistically, building a new, deeper, and more compelling vision with their third studio album Love, Darla released on Bar None Records in 2025.”

👀 FREE and ALL AGES show in Brooklyn at Maria Hernandez Park on June 6th! We’re thrilled to host the Show Brain debut of @lavedamusic 🔥 🤘 with additional performances by @istasounds @cabellisband @native_sun and a special guest we are announcing on May 22! 🤐

Flyer designed by @xtaylerleex 🖤
Free drinks will be given out by the @redbull team!

After party at @alphavillebk right with additional performances and hangs! More info to come!

“Like the cities’ subway trains, New York rock band Laveda, a well-oiled machine, continues to progress forward, with an intense momentum. Together, Laveda shapes a symphony of sounds that skew from scraping metal and breaking glass, to the gentle kinetic sounds of water running softly through subterranean pipes and train engines humming as they move with focus though the dark underworld. Since Laveda moved from Albany to Queens in 2023, the band has grown in multitudes stylistically, building a new, deeper, and more compelling vision with their third studio album Love, Darla released on Bar None Records in 2025.”

SAVE SHOW BRAIN! HELP KEEP SHOW BRAIN ALIVE! 🧠

Show Brain has always been about community and creating space for artists to thrive. Right now, we need your help to keep it alive.

We’re asking our community to join our $1/month donation program because if enough people pitch in, we can continue creating memorable shows, supporting artists, and building the future we believe in of all-ages accessible shows in NYC parks and beyond!

If you’re able to give more than $1, it truly makes a huge difference. Every dollar helps keep Show Brain going.

Subscribe through the link in our bio and help us save Show Brain 🧠 ❤️

Super thanks to @thebennybonk for his comitted effort in filming and editing the video and to all the artists that took time from their busy schedules to film with us! We love you all! Photo credits to @jeffrae @katieo_23 and @tetrachromacyy

Warmly,
Ozzie & the Show Brain team

How summers feel in NYC..

A video recorded and edited by @mydadpassedout 🔥 from our May 1st show at Washington Sq Park 🧠

What a way to kick off the 2026 season 🧠

Huge thank you to everyone who came out to Washington Square Park on May 1st and helped make our season opener extra special.

With incredible performances from @beclauderandthenoise @official__nautics @actuallytilt and @thebaxbys history was made 💫 The tone for what’s shaping up to be an amazing year of free all ages shows in NYC parks.. the Show Brain way.

We appreciate every single person who showed up, danced, supported the artists, volunteered, donated, and spent the day with us ❤️

🎥 video edited be the amazing @thebennybonk

Next up:
Maria Hernandez Park
June 6th
Music starts at 1:30 PM
Featuring performances by @istasounds @native_sun @cabellisband @lavedamusic and a very special guest 👀 RSVP in bio link!
The afterparty starts immediately after the show at @alphavillebk 🍻 more info to come on this!

If you’d like to help and donate, please consider becoming a monthly donor. Please help keep Show Brain alive and continue to Thrive! Sign up in our bio link!

See you in the park!

Thank you to everyone who came out to Tompkins Square Park on Mother’s Day ❤️

We’re incredibly grateful to all of the artists, staff, volunteers, fans, friends and supporters who helped make this show possible and special. Huge thanks to @thelemontwigs @josephinenetwork @finemessofficial and @sarahsavannah_paris for creating a memorable day. One for the books!

Seeing hundreds of people come together for free live music in one of NYC’s most historic public spaces is exactly why we do this 🧠

Next up: June 6th at Maria Hernandez Park with performances by @istasounds @cabellisband@native_sun @lavedamusic and a very special guest we are announcing on May 24th 🤫

If you believe in keeping independent, all-ages live concerts accessible in NYC, please consider joining our monthly donation program through the link in our bio. Every contribution helps us continue building these community events and supporting artists.

Photos credited via tag!

See you in the park 🌳

Thank you to everyone who came out to Tompkins Square Park on Mother’s Day ❤️

We’re incredibly grateful to all of the artists, staff, volunteers, fans, friends and supporters who helped make this show possible and special. Huge thanks to @thelemontwigs @josephinenetwork @finemessofficial and @sarahsavannah_paris for creating a memorable day. One for the books!

Seeing hundreds of people come together for free live music in one of NYC’s most historic public spaces is exactly why we do this 🧠

Next up: June 6th at Maria Hernandez Park with performances by @istasounds @cabellisband@native_sun @lavedamusic and a very special guest we are announcing on May 24th 🤫

If you believe in keeping independent, all-ages live concerts accessible in NYC, please consider joining our monthly donation program through the link in our bio. Every contribution helps us continue building these community events and supporting artists.

Photos credited via tag!

See you in the park 🌳

Thank you to everyone who came out to Tompkins Square Park on Mother’s Day ❤️

We’re incredibly grateful to all of the artists, staff, volunteers, fans, friends and supporters who helped make this show possible and special. Huge thanks to @thelemontwigs @josephinenetwork @finemessofficial and @sarahsavannah_paris for creating a memorable day. One for the books!

Seeing hundreds of people come together for free live music in one of NYC’s most historic public spaces is exactly why we do this 🧠

Next up: June 6th at Maria Hernandez Park with performances by @istasounds @cabellisband@native_sun @lavedamusic and a very special guest we are announcing on May 24th 🤫

If you believe in keeping independent, all-ages live concerts accessible in NYC, please consider joining our monthly donation program through the link in our bio. Every contribution helps us continue building these community events and supporting artists.

Photos credited via tag!

See you in the park 🌳

Thank you to everyone who came out to Tompkins Square Park on Mother’s Day ❤️

We’re incredibly grateful to all of the artists, staff, volunteers, fans, friends and supporters who helped make this show possible and special. Huge thanks to @thelemontwigs @josephinenetwork @finemessofficial and @sarahsavannah_paris for creating a memorable day. One for the books!

Seeing hundreds of people come together for free live music in one of NYC’s most historic public spaces is exactly why we do this 🧠

Next up: June 6th at Maria Hernandez Park with performances by @istasounds @cabellisband@native_sun @lavedamusic and a very special guest we are announcing on May 24th 🤫

If you believe in keeping independent, all-ages live concerts accessible in NYC, please consider joining our monthly donation program through the link in our bio. Every contribution helps us continue building these community events and supporting artists.

Photos credited via tag!

See you in the park 🌳

Thank you to everyone who came out to Tompkins Square Park on Mother’s Day ❤️

We’re incredibly grateful to all of the artists, staff, volunteers, fans, friends and supporters who helped make this show possible and special. Huge thanks to @thelemontwigs @josephinenetwork @finemessofficial and @sarahsavannah_paris for creating a memorable day. One for the books!

Seeing hundreds of people come together for free live music in one of NYC’s most historic public spaces is exactly why we do this 🧠

Next up: June 6th at Maria Hernandez Park with performances by @istasounds @cabellisband@native_sun @lavedamusic and a very special guest we are announcing on May 24th 🤫

If you believe in keeping independent, all-ages live concerts accessible in NYC, please consider joining our monthly donation program through the link in our bio. Every contribution helps us continue building these community events and supporting artists.

Photos credited via tag!

See you in the park 🌳

Thank you to everyone who came out to Tompkins Square Park on Mother’s Day ❤️

We’re incredibly grateful to all of the artists, staff, volunteers, fans, friends and supporters who helped make this show possible and special. Huge thanks to @thelemontwigs @josephinenetwork @finemessofficial and @sarahsavannah_paris for creating a memorable day. One for the books!

Seeing hundreds of people come together for free live music in one of NYC’s most historic public spaces is exactly why we do this 🧠

Next up: June 6th at Maria Hernandez Park with performances by @istasounds @cabellisband@native_sun @lavedamusic and a very special guest we are announcing on May 24th 🤫

If you believe in keeping independent, all-ages live concerts accessible in NYC, please consider joining our monthly donation program through the link in our bio. Every contribution helps us continue building these community events and supporting artists.

Photos credited via tag!

See you in the park 🌳

Thank you to everyone who came out to Tompkins Square Park on Mother’s Day ❤️

We’re incredibly grateful to all of the artists, staff, volunteers, fans, friends and supporters who helped make this show possible and special. Huge thanks to @thelemontwigs @josephinenetwork @finemessofficial and @sarahsavannah_paris for creating a memorable day. One for the books!

Seeing hundreds of people come together for free live music in one of NYC’s most historic public spaces is exactly why we do this 🧠

Next up: June 6th at Maria Hernandez Park with performances by @istasounds @cabellisband@native_sun @lavedamusic and a very special guest we are announcing on May 24th 🤫

If you believe in keeping independent, all-ages live concerts accessible in NYC, please consider joining our monthly donation program through the link in our bio. Every contribution helps us continue building these community events and supporting artists.

Photos credited via tag!

See you in the park 🌳

Thank you to everyone who came out to Tompkins Square Park on Mother’s Day ❤️

We’re incredibly grateful to all of the artists, staff, volunteers, fans, friends and supporters who helped make this show possible and special. Huge thanks to @thelemontwigs @josephinenetwork @finemessofficial and @sarahsavannah_paris for creating a memorable day. One for the books!

Seeing hundreds of people come together for free live music in one of NYC’s most historic public spaces is exactly why we do this 🧠

Next up: June 6th at Maria Hernandez Park with performances by @istasounds @cabellisband@native_sun @lavedamusic and a very special guest we are announcing on May 24th 🤫

If you believe in keeping independent, all-ages live concerts accessible in NYC, please consider joining our monthly donation program through the link in our bio. Every contribution helps us continue building these community events and supporting artists.

Photos credited via tag!

See you in the park 🌳

Thank you to everyone who came out to Tompkins Square Park on Mother’s Day ❤️

We’re incredibly grateful to all of the artists, staff, volunteers, fans, friends and supporters who helped make this show possible and special. Huge thanks to @thelemontwigs @josephinenetwork @finemessofficial and @sarahsavannah_paris for creating a memorable day. One for the books!

Seeing hundreds of people come together for free live music in one of NYC’s most historic public spaces is exactly why we do this 🧠

Next up: June 6th at Maria Hernandez Park with performances by @istasounds @cabellisband@native_sun @lavedamusic and a very special guest we are announcing on May 24th 🤫

If you believe in keeping independent, all-ages live concerts accessible in NYC, please consider joining our monthly donation program through the link in our bio. Every contribution helps us continue building these community events and supporting artists.

Photos credited via tag!

See you in the park 🌳

Thank you to everyone who came out to Tompkins Square Park on Mother’s Day ❤️

We’re incredibly grateful to all of the artists, staff, volunteers, fans, friends and supporters who helped make this show possible and special. Huge thanks to @thelemontwigs @josephinenetwork @finemessofficial and @sarahsavannah_paris for creating a memorable day. One for the books!

Seeing hundreds of people come together for free live music in one of NYC’s most historic public spaces is exactly why we do this 🧠

Next up: June 6th at Maria Hernandez Park with performances by @istasounds @cabellisband@native_sun @lavedamusic and a very special guest we are announcing on May 24th 🤫

If you believe in keeping independent, all-ages live concerts accessible in NYC, please consider joining our monthly donation program through the link in our bio. Every contribution helps us continue building these community events and supporting artists.

Photos credited via tag!

See you in the park 🌳

Thank you to everyone who came out to Tompkins Square Park on Mother’s Day ❤️

We’re incredibly grateful to all of the artists, staff, volunteers, fans, friends and supporters who helped make this show possible and special. Huge thanks to @thelemontwigs @josephinenetwork @finemessofficial and @sarahsavannah_paris for creating a memorable day. One for the books!

Seeing hundreds of people come together for free live music in one of NYC’s most historic public spaces is exactly why we do this 🧠

Next up: June 6th at Maria Hernandez Park with performances by @istasounds @cabellisband@native_sun @lavedamusic and a very special guest we are announcing on May 24th 🤫

If you believe in keeping independent, all-ages live concerts accessible in NYC, please consider joining our monthly donation program through the link in our bio. Every contribution helps us continue building these community events and supporting artists.

Photos credited via tag!

See you in the park 🌳

Thank you to everyone who came out to Tompkins Square Park on Mother’s Day ❤️

We’re incredibly grateful to all of the artists, staff, volunteers, fans, friends and supporters who helped make this show possible and special. Huge thanks to @thelemontwigs @josephinenetwork @finemessofficial and @sarahsavannah_paris for creating a memorable day. One for the books!

Seeing hundreds of people come together for free live music in one of NYC’s most historic public spaces is exactly why we do this 🧠

Next up: June 6th at Maria Hernandez Park with performances by @istasounds @cabellisband@native_sun @lavedamusic and a very special guest we are announcing on May 24th 🤫

If you believe in keeping independent, all-ages live concerts accessible in NYC, please consider joining our monthly donation program through the link in our bio. Every contribution helps us continue building these community events and supporting artists.

Photos credited via tag!

See you in the park 🌳

Thank you to everyone who came out to Tompkins Square Park on Mother’s Day ❤️

We’re incredibly grateful to all of the artists, staff, volunteers, fans, friends and supporters who helped make this show possible and special. Huge thanks to @thelemontwigs @josephinenetwork @finemessofficial and @sarahsavannah_paris for creating a memorable day. One for the books!

Seeing hundreds of people come together for free live music in one of NYC’s most historic public spaces is exactly why we do this 🧠

Next up: June 6th at Maria Hernandez Park with performances by @istasounds @cabellisband@native_sun @lavedamusic and a very special guest we are announcing on May 24th 🤫

If you believe in keeping independent, all-ages live concerts accessible in NYC, please consider joining our monthly donation program through the link in our bio. Every contribution helps us continue building these community events and supporting artists.

Photos credited via tag!

See you in the park 🌳

Thank you to everyone who came out to Tompkins Square Park on Mother’s Day ❤️

We’re incredibly grateful to all of the artists, staff, volunteers, fans, friends and supporters who helped make this show possible and special. Huge thanks to @thelemontwigs @josephinenetwork @finemessofficial and @sarahsavannah_paris for creating a memorable day. One for the books!

Seeing hundreds of people come together for free live music in one of NYC’s most historic public spaces is exactly why we do this 🧠

Next up: June 6th at Maria Hernandez Park with performances by @istasounds @cabellisband@native_sun @lavedamusic and a very special guest we are announcing on May 24th 🤫

If you believe in keeping independent, all-ages live concerts accessible in NYC, please consider joining our monthly donation program through the link in our bio. Every contribution helps us continue building these community events and supporting artists.

Photos credited via tag!

See you in the park 🌳

Thank you to everyone who came out to Tompkins Square Park on Mother’s Day ❤️

We’re incredibly grateful to all of the artists, staff, volunteers, fans, friends and supporters who helped make this show possible and special. Huge thanks to @thelemontwigs @josephinenetwork @finemessofficial and @sarahsavannah_paris for creating a memorable day. One for the books!

Seeing hundreds of people come together for free live music in one of NYC’s most historic public spaces is exactly why we do this 🧠

Next up: June 6th at Maria Hernandez Park with performances by @istasounds @cabellisband@native_sun @lavedamusic and a very special guest we are announcing on May 24th 🤫

If you believe in keeping independent, all-ages live concerts accessible in NYC, please consider joining our monthly donation program through the link in our bio. Every contribution helps us continue building these community events and supporting artists.

Photos credited via tag!

See you in the park 🌳

Thank You New York ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

Fine Mess live in Tompkins Square Park for a packed @showbrain_ show headlined by The Lemon Twigs.

Photos: @c.c.hancock
Videos: @auelauel

#finemess #nyc #tsp #tompkins #tompkinssquarepark #newyork #showbrain #livemusic #concert #punk #indie #diy #photography #camcorder

Fine Mess live in Tompkins Square Park for a packed @showbrain_ show headlined by The Lemon Twigs.

Photos: @c.c.hancock
Videos: @auelauel

#finemess #nyc #tsp #tompkins #tompkinssquarepark #newyork #showbrain #livemusic #concert #punk #indie #diy #photography #camcorder

Fine Mess live in Tompkins Square Park for a packed @showbrain_ show headlined by The Lemon Twigs.

Photos: @c.c.hancock
Videos: @auelauel

#finemess #nyc #tsp #tompkins #tompkinssquarepark #newyork #showbrain #livemusic #concert #punk #indie #diy #photography #camcorder

Fine Mess live in Tompkins Square Park for a packed @showbrain_ show headlined by The Lemon Twigs.

Photos: @c.c.hancock
Videos: @auelauel

#finemess #nyc #tsp #tompkins #tompkinssquarepark #newyork #showbrain #livemusic #concert #punk #indie #diy #photography #camcorder

Fine Mess live in Tompkins Square Park for a packed @showbrain_ show headlined by The Lemon Twigs.

Photos: @c.c.hancock
Videos: @auelauel

#finemess #nyc #tsp #tompkins #tompkinssquarepark #newyork #showbrain #livemusic #concert #punk #indie #diy #photography #camcorder

Fine Mess live in Tompkins Square Park for a packed @showbrain_ show headlined by The Lemon Twigs.

Photos: @c.c.hancock
Videos: @auelauel

#finemess #nyc #tsp #tompkins #tompkinssquarepark #newyork #showbrain #livemusic #concert #punk #indie #diy #photography #camcorder

Fine Mess live in Tompkins Square Park for a packed @showbrain_ show headlined by The Lemon Twigs.

Photos: @c.c.hancock
Videos: @auelauel

#finemess #nyc #tsp #tompkins #tompkinssquarepark #newyork #showbrain #livemusic #concert #punk #indie #diy #photography #camcorder

from washingtonsquarepark. thank you for being there.

drone footage by @supply_fpv
photos by @borisgachot

#dronefootage #nycband #rockmusic

from washingtonsquarepark. thank you for being there.

drone footage by @supply_fpv
photos by @borisgachot

#dronefootage #nycband #rockmusic

from washingtonsquarepark. thank you for being there.

drone footage by @supply_fpv
photos by @borisgachot

#dronefootage #nycband #rockmusic