Seeing hard work pay off has to be an incredible feeling for a band, but experiencing it is something else entirely. That’s why album release shows exist in my opinion. You labor for days to record, hours to polish, and then when it’s all said and done you grab your instruments and share with the world what you and your friends created.

This is something NYC based band Baker St got to be part of last week at The Delancey. Once inside the venue I could barely see the outlines of the other occupants of the room; though they were unmistakably there as I had to usher my way to the front. What was really refreshing about this was the mood of genuinely being happy to be there that night. Imagine it; all week you’re being crammed with test, your significant other is terrible at texting, and etcetera, etcetera, etcetera…

With a week like that being crammed in a room with loads of people seems like a grand retreat and having music fill your ears feels like a pure necessity if there ever was one. Baker St delivered that desire to the music fans at The Delancey and with an incredible view of ease. Front-woman Michelle Hutt flawlessly owned that stage while singing swoonful harmonies of uncompromised emotion. Bass player Mike Kennelly not only did a great job laying down the bedrock for the set but also began most of the tracks with a bassline that hooked listeners instantly, allowing guitarist Jimmy Nugent to shred at a quick pace while drummer Kevin Oshinskie sported an affectionate smile of passion and concentration during the set.

Baker St played a lot of songs from their new EP Irregulars which is an infectious blend of indie/pop tunes that most music fans won’t find trouble putting on constant rotation. Be sure to keep an eye out for the next time the band plays a show, you honestly won’t regret it.

You can stream the bands new EP Irregulars as well as previous releases on their bandcamp http://bakerst.bandcamp.com/

Also be sure to visit their Facebook page and give them a like so you can get updates on releases, live shows, and random banter! http://www.facebook.com/bakerstband