About

Revolution Rock to Inspire!

Rooted in rock and roll, influenced by punk, blues and folk, Carolyn takes the listener on a journey of raw reality, riding on the ebb and flow of electric and acoustic guitars. She writes songs about life and death, tragedy and hope, resistance and survival. Digging deep to reach into her experiences, using music to find balance in a world that can be uncertain, unrelenting and unforgiving. Attitude and tenacity are keys to adapting and thriving. Inspiration is a constant flow of give and take, intertwining through the music, the listener and the musician.

Growing up a stone's throw from Manhattan, Carolyn played all over New York City and the metro area with her alt grunge band Sulkweed, and the blues/punk band she formed and fronted, RAW. She cut her teeth in every rock 'n roll dive, including the legendary CBGB, Bitter End, Kenny's Castaways and Maxwell's (Hoboken, NJ) in the 90's-2000's. Carolyn has played for audiences from Seattle to South Africa and hundreds of places in between. She has shared the stage jamming with the Replacements, and has been reviewed as a 'musical tour de force' in GO! Magazine. Her style echoes shades of Patti Smith, Joe Strummer and Pete Townshend. Sonic beauty and dissonance are ever-present, depending on how she strikes a chord, or rips the violin bow across her strings.

After RAW disbanded, Carolyn spent many years as a side-guitarist (rhythm and lead) for several bands, but in 2019, she decided to delve into her solo music once again, and played a few gigs before the pandemic shutdown.

Carolyn would not allow the pandemic to slow her down, and she went into the studio with platinum selling record producer Barb Morrison, to record her newest material- a 4 song EP, "Loners, Misfits and Rebels". Engineered by Grammy winner Jeremy Kinney, Mixed by Jon Jetter, and Mastered by Grammy winner Ted Jensen, "Loners, Misfits and Rebels" is the fight back against all of the fears, demons and self-doubts that keep us from fulfilling our dreams. It is a celebration of uniqueness and individuality.

This awesome production team brought Carolyn's music and sound to a new level that has both a modern edge and a vintage vibe, while remaining true to her rawness as a performer.

The first single "1000 Angels" was released on October 10, 2022. The full EP was released on November 21, 2022.

They are available for download on iTunes, Amazon Music and streaming on Apple Music, Spotify and most platforms!!

Through her music, Carolyn finds a purpose to inspire people to reach into their own authentic selves to live life to the fullest. "You don't have to be a Monet to paint, or a Scorsese to make films; what you need is passion, vision and tenacity. Don't give up, and don't listen to the naysayers. Just keep going; you will get to where you need to be. Believe in yourself."

Carolyn has been living in Kingston, NY since 2015. Just 90 miles north of NYC, it is an area rich with musical and community-based, Woodstock inspired roots. There are plenty of open spaces to allow creativity and positive living to flow freely.

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Great things are happening!!

"Loners, Misfits and Rebels" officialLy releaseD!!

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

The new EP from Carolyn Marosy was released on all platforms (iTunes, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Spotify, etc) for download and streaming on 11/21/22.

Over the course of a year, the music on this EP found its way over the airwaves from coast to coast in the US, and internationally in England, Germany and Northern Ireland.

To honor her friend Tia “Sprocket” Palmisano, all proceeds from the download of the song, "Earth" (written by Tia) will be donated to the Los Angeles Mission, in an effort to help break the cycle of poverty and homelessness. https://losangelesmission.org

There are signed, limited edition CD copies available. $15 inc. US shipping/handling; (Overseas, we can work out s+h according to country- please send a message).

Please send payment of $15 via Venmo @Carolyn-Marosy Be sure to include your name and address!!

Please support independent music in any way you can. Call your local radio station and ask the to play your favorite song from "Loners, Misfits and Rebels". Thank you!

Link on Spotify: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/carolynmarosy/loners-misfits-and-rebels

From the archives:

Written by Carolyn Marosy in 2012, just after Hurricane Sandy destroyed the East Coast and left many of her friends without homes, jobs and loved ones, "Jersey Strong" was recorded to raise money to help the victims of this catastrophe. Any downloads will be donated to help those affected. Even after a decade, people are still rebuilding their lives. This song features: Carolyn Marosy on 12-string acoustic guitar, Joe McLaughlin on electric lead guitar, slide guitar and keys, Elena Mac and Vanessa Anderson on lead vocals, Audra Thomas on Bass, Yvette Scott on drums and Beth Prellberg on tambourine.

https://music.apple.com/us/album/jersey-strong-single/679746127

"1000 Angels" video!

MY CREDO:

I HAVE ALWAYS BELIEVED IN THE FIGHTING THE GOOD FIGHT: AGAINST RACISM, SEXISM, MISOGYNY, INEQUALITY AND FASCISM. I ALSO BELIEVE IF WE WORK FOR IT, WE CAN HEAL THE PLANET AND CREATE WORLD PEACE. IF WE CAN HAVE WORLD WARS, WHY NOT WORLD PEACE??

GROWING UP AND LISTENING TO ARTISTS SUCH AS BOB MARLEY, BILLY BRAGG, JOE STRUMMER , BUFFY SAINTE MARIE, JOHN LENNON, DAVID PEEL AND BOB DYLAN, IT WAS PRETTY OBVIOUS TO ME THAT MUSIC WASN'T JUST A VENUE FOR GOOD TIMES AND LETTING GO, BUT FOR HOLDING ON AND MAKING A POSITIVE IMPACT OF CHANGE IN THE WORLD. I WAS ENAMORED BY WHAT THE WOODSTOCK GENERATION DID THROUGH THEIR MUSIC, THEIR ANTI-WAR STANCE, AND THEIR FIGHT FOR JUSTICE THROUGH MUSIC. IT IS WITH THAT PROPULSION I BECAME AWARE OF A FACEBOOK GROUP WHO WERE INSPIRED BY THE ETHOS OF JOE STRUMMER AND THE CLASH. THEY ENDEAVORED TO BRING PEOPLE TOGETHER IN REAL LIFE, AND MAKE A FILM ABOUT THE HISTORY OF REVOLUTION THROUGH SONG.

I AM HONORED TO HAVE A TRACK I WROTE, "SICK ABOUT IT" (SEE BELOW) INCLUDED IN THE SOUNDTRACK, AND A PART IN THE FILM. (TRAILER BELOW!) LOOK OUT FOR IT IN THE COMING MONTHS.

STAY STRONG...AND KEEP FIGHTING THE GOOD FIGHT. WE HAVE OUR WORK AHEAD OF US IN 2024.

"ON RESISTANCE STREET" : Premiere

BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND

October 16-22,2023

My recent trip to Belfast to see the premiere of “On Resistance Street” was an extraordinary experience!! The warm welcome I received was overwhelming. The following is a review of this historical documentary https://louderthanwar.com/on-resistance-street-belfast-premiere-a-triumph/?fbclid=IwAR1bAy4tUDwJriOgWZKGoZE52L0fJheywsYQzZ4LGU1KUEDA8B-7LKNjM1w&mibextid=Zxz2cZ

I made so many new friends, and everyone treated me like family. The gig I played at Voodoo was truly a very heartfelt set. From the first song , played in memory of my favorite “Working Class Hero”, John Lennon, to the last, “Redemption Song” (with a few of you that chose to come up and share the stage), my gratitude is immense. The Joe Strummer spirit was definitely with us, and the “Clash Fans Against the Right” FB group had a great time singing along to “Janie Jones”. https://youtu.be/3nV5kDUguDU

But the highlight for me, was presenting the songs from “Loners, Misfits and Rebels”. Hearing a room full of people sing “1000 Angels” was incredible. Those moments are forever etched in my heart.

While in Belfast, I was asked to play guitar on a song written by UK artist, John McGlone called “Flowers (In the Rain)”, to raise awareness for the #remembermynoah campaign. https://extramuralactivity.com/2020/08/24/remembermynoah/ We recorded it on a rainy Friday, 10/20/23 at Half Bap Recording Studios. I added some slide guitar and ebow to round out the acoustic and electric guitars that brought this lush arrangement to life!! The song will be released internationally, very soon!! It's absolutely beautiful, and I hope it brings justice, and peace for the family. I will keep you updated when it's available! (Don't forget to sign up to the mailing list!)

Belfast, I'm looking forward to my return!!

Hear the story of how my music found its way to the airwaves in Northern Ireland!! https://www.instagram.com/reel/CyyUZrfI9oX/?igshid=YjVjNjZkNmFjNg%3D%3D

Below is the song that got this all started for me!!

A live appearance in NYC, an interview and “SICK ABOUT IT” will be featured in the movie and on the soundtrack!!

"Sick about it" download

Sick About It

Carolyn Marosy

In 2019, Carolyn was overwhelmed with disgust by the magnitude of ignorance, misogyny, discrimination, transphobia and ineptness coming from the leaders in the US gov't. She wrote this song out of sheer frustration for what was going on. This song was celebrated by many who share her viewpoint, and it traveled half way around the world to find a

In 2019, Carolyn was overwhelmed with disgust by the magnitude of ignorance, misogyny, discrimination, transphobia and ineptness coming from the leaders in the US gov't. She wrote this song out of sheer frustration for what was going on. This song was celebrated by many who share her viewpoint, and it traveled half way around the world to find a home in the soon-to-be released documentary "On Resistance Street", a film produced in the UK by Montaj Media. Look out for it in 2023-24, as it travels globally to film festivals and various theaters.

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"Earth" video!

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Previous events

Date	Event	Location
Wednesday, October 25 @ 8:00PM Wed, Oct 25 @ 8:00PM	Carolyn Marosy Avalon Lounge, Catskill, NY	Avalon Lounge, Catskill, NY
Thursday, October 19 @ 5:00PM Thu, Oct 19 @ 5:00PM	Carolyn Marosy Voodoo, Belfast, Northern Ireland	Voodoo, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Tuesday, October 3 @ 7:00PM Tue, Oct 3 @ 7:00PM	Carolyn Marosy 9W Diner, SAUGERTIES, NY	9W Diner, SAUGERTIES, NY
Sunday, June 4 @ 3:15PM Sun, Jun 4 @ 3:15PM	Jersey Pride Festival Ocean Ave/5th Asbury Park, NJ , Asbury Park	Ocean Ave/5th Asbury Park, NJ , Asbury Park
Sunday, January 8 @ 3:00PM Sun, Jan 8 @ 3:00PM	Carolyn Marosy Rock Da Casbah, Saugerties, NY	Rock Da Casbah, Saugerties, NY
Sunday, August 21, 2022 @ 12:30PM Sun, Aug 21, 2022 @ 12:30PM	Carolyn Marosy Hope Rocks Festival, Saugerties, NY	Hope Rocks Festival, Saugerties, NY
Saturday, December 21, 2019 @ 7:00PM Sat, Dec 21, 2019 @ 7:00PM	Carolyn Marosy The Bitter End, New York City	The Bitter End, New York City
Friday, September 27, 2019 @ 8:00PM Fri, Sep 27, 2019 @ 8:00PM	Carolyn Marosy Avalon Lounge, Catskill, New York	Avalon Lounge, Catskill, New York

RADIO

Growing up, radio was one of the most powerful forces to expand my love of music. I would like to thank and acknowledge all of the stations and DJ's that have supported my music to date! As a music listener, please call your favorite station and request my music. This is how a grass roots, Independent musician thrives and your support is greatly appreciated! If you don't see your favorite station on this list...let's make it happen!!

THANK YOU!

Let's start at the beginning...OCTOBER 2022!!

https://lauriradio.com 24/7 all female, LGBTQ, non-binary, gender fluid folx added on 10/09/22 and put into regular rotation!! Austin, TX

https://www.wvkr.org WVKR Rita Ryan "Local Motion" 10/05/22 + added to regular rotation! Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, NY

https://www.wusb.fm/node/77802 Denis McNamara / Marc "Fermented Radio" 10/14/22 Stony Brook University, Long Island, New York

https://981kze.com/wp-content/uploads/kzedj/carolyn%20marosy.mp3 (Listen via this link!) DJ: MK "Friendsday" added on 10/19/22 to regular rotation! Rhinebeck, NY

https://www.twfps.com/past-episodes/on-air-guest-kjehl-johansen-from-southern-california-via-skype (Listen via this link!) Mike Watt: "Watt from Pedro" radio show San Pedro, Ca. 10/22/22

https://shemakesmusic.co.uk/features/3244/ She Makes Music UK "Submission Saturday" 11/12/22

https://thearmoniaband.com/wtbq-lovelace-music-experience-show 12/03/2022 Great show on WTBQ 93.5FM with Tom Lovelace!! We play the tracks from "Loners, Misfits and Rebels", talk about music and swap stories!

https://www.weqx.com On December 18, 2022 "She Loves Me" was added to the playlist at WEQX! Thank you!! In January, all of the songs from "Loners, Misfits and Rebels" will be added to regular rotation, so call in and request !

https://90.5thenight.org 12/20/23 Thank you Jeff Raspe for playing "She Loves Me" on your show! I appreciate the support!!

2023 Welcome to "Year of the Rabbit": peace and longevity

https://youtu.be/F970vYz4Ljs January 4, 2023 My first INTERVIEW of the year!! Also, the first guest on WVKR.org "Local Motion" with Rita Ryan!! Thank you Rita for a great interview and playing the tracks from "Loners, Misfits an Rebels".

https://wtbq.com Thank you to Frank and Taylor for having me on the "The Frank Truatt Morning Show" on January 6, 2023!! It was a blast talking about old times with our family (yes, Frank is my second cousin!), school days as a misfit and other local topics like great burgers and live music!! And thank you for playing "1000 Angels" on the air!!

https://blowupradio.com/den/2023/011723.html 1/17/23 Thank you Laslo's Den for playing the title track, "Loners, Misfits and Rebels" on the New Music playlist!!

https://wrat.com/2023/01/15/watch-jersey-rock-video-of-the-week-carolyn-marosy-1000-angels/?fbclid=IwAR1cCr97En2XBCRkNFPEzln-bJ6LgBykE8B9ORLO16tACUy3t5fVTPcXm38 A huge Thank you to Tom Hanley at WRAT 95.9FM in my home state of New Jersey for choosing "1000 Angels" as the Jersey Rock VIDEO OF THE WEEK!! Whoh! Your review is stellar and very much appreciated. Thank you for taking the time to soak it all in!!

https://www.mixcloud.com/Danny1963/rock-on-radio-indie-hour-12823/ January 28, 2023 Danny Coleman's Rock on Radio Indie Hour; includes music from "Loners, Misfits and Rebels'

https://www.mixcloud.com/Danny1963/rock-on-radio-interviews-carolyn-marosy/ EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW conducted on JANUARY 23, 2023 with Danny Coleman!!

https://wusb.fm/archive?5Fri-1100 FEBRUARY 17, 2023 INCREDIBLE INTERVIEW with the LEGENDARY Denis McNamara (formerly of WLIR, a station in NY I grew up listening to, that helped form my musical tastes!! Watch the documentary "Dare to be Different") and Marc Greene. 2/17/2023 Here we talk about music, our mutual admiration of and paths crossing with Pete Townshend, and of course, "Loners, Misfits and Rebels". I also chose a WHO song to end the interview. Can you guess which one?

February 17, 2023 Tom Kaczka WRUU 107.5 FM Savannah, Ga. included "1000 Angels" on his N/NJ style free form radio show! 6th Boro playlist! Thanks Tom!

March 1, 2023- International Women's History Month! Thank you AJA at Radio Woodstock WDST 100.1 FM for playing the title track. "Loners, Misfits and Rebels", during the lunch lounge! It was amazing to hear my song, followed by one of my sheroes, Patti Smith!!

March 8, 2023 Rita Ryan from WVKR.org Poughkeepsie, NY plays "Loners, Misfits and Rebels" on her local motion show.

March 8, 2023 Lee Mrowicki "Makin' Waves Song of the Day" featured on MIXCLOUD Alt-Wed Classics show https://www.mixcloud.com/lee-mrowicki/rj-3-8-23-alt-wed-classics-plus-makins-song-of-the-week/

March 10, 2023 EARTH: "Makin' Waves- Song of the Week" by Bob Makin article: https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles/getarticle2.php?ID=4828

March 10, 2023 Lee Mrowicki MIXCLOUD radio show: "Weekend Edition" featuring Makin' Waves song of the week! https://www.mixcloud.com/lee-mrowicki/rj-3-10-23-weekend-edition-plus-e-st-block-party/

April 5, 2023 "Wednesday Friendsday" with DJ MK at 98.1FM WKZE, Celebrating Tia "Sprocket" Palmisano's 55th BD, MK played “Earth”, and Carolyn played “Loners, Misfits and Rebels” on the air with Elena Mac on bass/vocal, and the three of us discussed music, friendship and being a woman in the music biz!!

October 24, 2023 Bangor FM 107.9 Northern Ireland: Shirley Graham, Thank you for introducing Northern Ireland to “1000 Angels”. It was great meeting you. It's quite a story!! I will let you tell it! https://www.instagram.com/reel/CyyUZrfI9oX/?igshid=YjVjNjZkNmFjNg%3D%3D

November 12, 2023 Danny Coleman's ROCK on RADIO 7pm https://www.newjerseystage.com/asburymusic.com/index.php?fbclid=IwAR1d-K_sfpvzUh_RrrZiRu22j8Hhd3hv1xgLO_Fe1wGEYfSPjSBLA4Gwkg4

THANK YOU!! To everyone who came out to the EP release party on January 8, 2023 at Rock Da Casbah in Saugerties! I had an amazing time and it was great to see all of your faces, and share my music, stories, poetry and thoughts....A special thank you to Elena and Joe Mac and Vinny Sardo of The MacS Band for backing me up!!

https://www.macsband.com/?fbclid=IwAR1OMO4Ig5uZ6wA1tjJ-HVrYjsUgujmWUAy_vcmeXiinybeOWj6EZRmjpTI

More shows coming soon...

If you are interested in having Carolyn play at your party, your favorite club or event, please reach out and contact us. Send us more information and we will get back to you!! Thank you.

Please, keep requesting the tunes on your favorite station and let me know where you'd like me to play!!

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