The Repressions Ⓥ

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THE REPRESSIONS are an NYC forest-music/folk-punk band, featuring Barbara Dragon and Nate Lay. They write songs about books, nature, defending animals, injustice, and mental health. You can find their music on all major streaming platforms and see their live shows live in New York City and twice weekly on their Twitch channel. The band dedicates their music to anyone who has ever been made to feel small for being sensitive, kind, smart, or ill.
Websitehttps://therepressions.com/
Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/4Pl2dYf2znq6Vm1tgAYxNe
Twitchhttps://www.twitch.tv/the_repressions
YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/TheRepressions

Tonight! Barbara solo at Urban Vegan Roots – 3/14

Tonight! Saturday March 14th, Barbara is honored to play at Urban Vegan Roots with Plant Powered Disruptors. This is a variety show with music, uplifting art and stories, a place for activists and community! Plant Powered Disruptors always puts on an excellent and welcoming show! Show begins at 5pm - No cover, all ages! Nate will be back for these upcoming shows in April:

http://therepressions.com/2026/03/15/tonight-barbara-solo-at-urban-vegan-roots-3-14/

Tonight! Barbara solo at Urban Vegan Roots – 3/14

Tonight! Saturday March 14th, Barbara is honored to play at Urban Vegan Roots with Plant Powered Disruptors. This is a variety show with music, uplifting art and stories, a place for activists and …

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Gotta Catch ‘Em All! Live with AMC- Pokemon Theme Song

And the crowd goes wild! Live with Astoria Music Collective – February 28, 2026, at The Local, in Queens, NYC. The Repressions perform an extended acoustic cover to celebrate the 30th anniver…

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The Repressions at Cowgirl Seahorse – 2/9/26

We hope that you are staying warm! These last few weeks in the city have been difficult, and one of the things we miss the most is being with friends. Tomorrow, Monday February 9 - old and new friends are gathering for the Gurbo-Robinson Revue, at Cowgirl Seahorse, a downtown staple of colorful charm and live music. The show begins at 6pm, and The Repressions will take the stage at 10pm.

http://therepressions.com/2026/02/09/the-repressions-at-cowgirl-seahorse-2-9-26/

The Repressions at Cowgirl Seahorse – 2/9/26

We hope that you are staying warm! These last few weeks in the city have been difficult, and one of the things we miss the most is being with friends. Tomorrow, Monday February 9 – old and ne…

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NPR Tiny Desk Contest 2026 ~ Starpool

“Starpool” is the official entry for NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest 2026! This is a song about imagination through despair, and finding another way. The NPR Tiny Desk Contest features independent music artists and is a cool showcase of songwriting, and desks! The Repressions desk is floating among the stars behind them, and very tiny. It was a pleasure to make this video. We hope you enjoy it.

http://therepressions.com/2026/01/19/npr-tiny-desk-contest-2026-starpool/

NPR Tiny Desk Contest 2026 ~ Starpool

“Starpool” is the official entry for NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest 2026! This is a song about imagination through despair, and finding another way. The NPR Tiny Desk Contest features independent music ar…

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Thank You Charlotte Bronte ~ Live at The Next Chapter

Read All The Books! New YouTube video today! It's "Thank You Charlotte Bronte," live, at The Next Chapter, a vast, beautiful bookstore and art space. What a perfect place (and audience) for this song. Women authors have always struggled to be accepted objectively, for this reason, and others far more oppressive in the past, they have used pen names, often male.

http://therepressions.com/2026/01/08/thank-you-charlotte-bronte-live-at-the-next-chapter/

Thank You Charlotte Bronte ~ Live at The Next Chapter

Read All The Books! New YouTube video today! It’s “Thank You Charlotte Bronte,” live, at The Next Chapter, a vast, beautiful bookstore and art space. What a perfect place (and aud…

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Show tonight at The Next Chapter – 1/2/26

The Repressions are coming to the Bookstore! Tonight, Friday January 2nd at 7pm, with a fine lineup of indie rock talent! The Next Chapter is a renowned bookshop and art space in Long Island, New York. Join The Repressions with Alana Hollander and Dark Donovan! No cover, all ages... Music and books! What a great way to begin the year! FRIDAY JANUARY 2, 2026 -7:00 PM THE NEXT CHAPTER - 204 New York Ave, Huntington, NY 11743

http://therepressions.com/2026/01/02/show-tonight-at-the-next-chapter-1-2-26/

Show tonight at The Next Chapter – 1/2/26

The Repressions are coming to the Bookstore! Tonight, Friday January 2nd at 7pm, with a fine lineup of indie rock talent! The Next Chapter is a renowned bookshop and art space in Long Island, New Y…

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2025 Highlights and Happy New Year!

Happy New Year! Thank you for listening and watching, especially during this anniversary year. 2025 marked 10 years of The Repressions! There were live shows, a full album CD release, music videos, a film festival, recitals, new venues, new collaborations, new followers, and new friends! There are so many highlights: Playing at Moynihan Station for Midtown Music, Working with Felicia Greenfield of Friends Not Food and having our song…

http://therepressions.com/2025/12/31/2025-highlights-and-happy-new-year/

2025 Highlights and Happy New Year!

Happy New Year! Thank you for listening and watching, especially during this anniversary year. 2025 marked 10 years of The Repressions! There were live shows, a full album CD release, music videos,…

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Final Show of 2025 & First of 2026

The Repressions are super keen to play a 3 hour set at Cowgirl Seahorse on Monday, December 22nd, beginning at 8pm. There will be originals, covers, and good times for all. Cowgirl Seahorse is a downtown staple of colorful charm and live music. New York City can have a gorgeous party, even on a Monday! Join us! Monday, December 22, 2025…

http://therepressions.com/2025/12/20/final-show-of-2025-first-of-2026/

Final Show of 2025 & First of 2026

The Repressions are super keen to play a 3 hour set at Cowgirl Seahorse on Monday, December 22nd, beginning at 8pm. There will be originals, covers, and good times for all. Cowgirl Seahorse is a do…

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Show tonight at Baker Falls NYC – 12/11/25

The Repressions are excited to play BAKER FALLS for Natalie Asport's Single Release Party! This is a wonderful lineup of indie rock talent!Get ready to rock with Natalie as she drops her latest single in an exclusive in-person event at Baker Falls on the Lower East Side. With a stellar lineup of artists and music, a music video premiere, and coffee at the center, we’re roasting up an awesome evening to remember.

http://therepressions.com/2025/12/12/show-tonight-at-baker-falls-nyc-12-11-25/

Show tonight at Baker Falls NYC – 12/11/25

The Repressions are excited to play BAKER FALLS for Natalie Asport’s Single Release Party! This is a wonderful lineup of indie rock talent!Get ready to rock with Natalie as she drops her late…

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The Repressions live – Saturday November 29th at Espresso 77

Saturday November 29th, The Repressions return to Espresso 77 to close out the Autumn season. What will their color scheme be tonight? No cover, all ages, original songs and cover songs for every mood. It's such a lovely place, with ample seating and soft lighting, perfect to relax with coffee, tea, wine, food, art, and music. Show begins at 8:30pm at Espresso 77 - 35-57 77th St, Jackson Heights, Queens, NYC…

http://therepressions.com/2025/11/29/the-repressions-live-saturday-november-29th-at-espresso-77/

The Repressions live – Saturday November 29th at Espresso 77

Saturday November 29th, The Repressions return to Espresso 77 to close out the Autumn season. What will their color scheme be tonight? No cover, all ages, original songs and cover songs for every m…

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