HAZMAT MODINE is “a uniquely intercontinental sonic collage encompassing a tremendous range of instrumental, vocal, and conceptual originality–all with a lot of soul and groove.” This dynamic eight-piece band has toured and performed original songs for 25+ years with genre-defying music that is quintessentially New York–vibrant international cultures meet American Roots. Diverse backgrounds in Gypsy Jazz, Downtown Avant Guard loft music, Blues, Soul, Country, Rock n’ Roll, and Roots is written and performed by musicians whose ages span every decade from their 20s to 70s. Hazmat Modine is a genre-blending powerhouse that defies easy labels, crafting an intercontinental sonic adventure that’s rich in soul, rhythm, and originality. This vibrant eight-piece band has spent over 25 years lighting up stages around the world with music that’s as diverse as New York City itself, where global cultures and American roots traditions collide and flourish.

With members whose ages range from their 20s to their 70s, the band draws from a colorful palette of influences—Gypsy jazz, downtown avant-garde, blues, soul, country, rock ‘n’ roll, and beyond. Their sound is both timeless and wildly inventive, carried by exceptional musicianship and a deep love for live performance. Whether it’s a harmonica-driven groove, a brass-fueled romp, or a smoky ballad, Hazmat Modine brings a joyful, genre-hopping spirit that invites everyone to listen, dance, and celebrate the music.