The 501 — live cover band in Long Island
Live cover band · Long Island
A bunch of friends playing the rock, grunge, and pop-punk we grew up on — loud and live. 43+ songs, zero ego, all night long.
From the stage
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What we play
Classic rock, 90s grunge, pop-punk, power-pop — the songs you actually want to hear. From AC/DC and Tom Petty to Nirvana, Weezer, No Doubt, and Paramore.
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What kind of music does The 501 play? +
The 501 is a cover band. We play classic rock, 90s grunge and alternative, pop-punk, and power-pop — think AC/DC, Tom Petty, Nirvana, Foo Fighters, Weezer, No Doubt, Paramore, The Killers, and more.
Where can I see The 501 play live? +
We play bars, venues, and private events around Long Island, NY. Check the Shows page for upcoming dates.
How long are your sets? +
We can play anything from a single set to a full three-hour, two-set night — our repertoire is 40+ songs and about two and a half hours of music.
How do I book The 501? +
Email [email protected] or use the booking form on our Book Us page with your date, venue, and event details, and we'll get back to you.
Do you take song requests? +
Generally no — we stick to our setlist so the night flows. That said, crowds often ask us to keep going after our set, and if time allows we're happy to add an extra song or two. Check the Songs page for what's in our repertoire.
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