This local NYC quintet navigates your heart, mind, and ears through an almalgamation of intriguing lyrics, strong and versatile musicianship, hooky melodies and a funky backbeat. J.D. Desharnais(vocals, words, harmonica), Michael Friedman(keyboards, piano, trumpet), Gardy Louis (bass guitar), Matthew Pitta (electric & acoustic guitars), and Jack Russkie (drums, percussion)began writing, recording and performing all over New York City in the year 2000(headlining at such staple Manhattan Venues as The Bitter End, Mercury Lounge, Kenny's Castaways, CBGB,etc). Currently self-supported,managed, booked and produced, this rock band has gained local success as NYC's own house band. Their kinetic and well delivered live performances have turned thousands of strangers into 13th Alibi enthusiasts. This band is going for the real deal. Their only gimmicks are talent and presence. Meaningful lyrics sung in strong voice paired with an ass-kicking sound that is rootsy enough to feel familiar, yet innovative and charismatic. 13th Alibi takes the hurt, heart,and wildness of rock's classic days and plugs in it in, anew, to today's pop culture world. Deep AND catchy. 13th Alibi are one of the reasons that you can rest assured that rock n' roll, and New York's music scene, is alive and well.