Steven J. Messina
Title: Crucial Stages
Medium: Photo printed skateboard, edition 1/1
Steven J. Messina is a Poet, Musician, and Photographer. Born and raised on Long Island. Currently residing in Commack, New York. Lead Singer of the Hardcore Rock N’ Roll bands Serial Poets, and The Slingblades. Spoken Word Performer, and Professional Photographer. He can be seen regularly as part of the online webcast The New York Hardcore Chronicles Live! And the “Back To The NYHC Roots” Music Series.
As a Photographer, he was first inspired by his mother Jane Messina (also a Photographer), and later by legendary lensmen Bob Gruen and Charles Peterson. Steven began sneaking his camera into concerts in the early 80’s, working his way into the photo pit, where he can be found often. His work can be found in numerous books, magazines, web pages and album covers. And can be seen at Instagram.com/hardcoreshutterbug
As a Musician, Steven has fronted Serial Poets for 31 years. Blending Hardcore, Metal, and Rock N’ Roll into their own unique style. As well as his new band The Slingblades, a traditional Punk Rock band, inspired by the pioneers of the genre. Both bands can be found on all digital music platforms.
As a Poet and Spoken Word Performer, he has been making appearances in the New York area since the early 90’s. And has been featured in various newspapers and magazines. Writing daily since childhood, he describes his poetry as “Self-Therapy” and a way to “Distract The Demons”.
Title: Crucial Stages
Medium: Photo printed skateboard, edition 1/1
Steven J. Messina is a Poet, Musician, and Photographer. Born and raised on Long Island. Currently residing in Commack, New York. Lead Singer of the Hardcore Rock N’ Roll bands Serial Poets, and The Slingblades. Spoken Word Performer, and Professional Photographer. He can be seen regularly as part of the online webcast The New York Hardcore Chronicles Live! And the “Back To The NYHC Roots” Music Series.
As a Photographer, he was first inspired by his mother Jane Messina (also a Photographer), and later by legendary lensmen Bob Gruen and Charles Peterson. Steven began sneaking his camera into concerts in the early 80’s, working his way into the photo pit, where he can be found often. His work can be found in numerous books, magazines, web pages and album covers. And can be seen at Instagram.com/hardcoreshutterbug
As a Musician, Steven has fronted Serial Poets for 31 years. Blending Hardcore, Metal, and Rock N’ Roll into their own unique style. As well as his new band The Slingblades, a traditional Punk Rock band, inspired by the pioneers of the genre. Both bands can be found on all digital music platforms.
As a Poet and Spoken Word Performer, he has been making appearances in the New York area since the early 90’s. And has been featured in various newspapers and magazines. Writing daily since childhood, he describes his poetry as “Self-Therapy” and a way to “Distract The Demons”.
Title: Crucial Stages
Medium: Photo printed skateboard, edition 1/1
Steven J. Messina is a Poet, Musician, and Photographer. Born and raised on Long Island. Currently residing in Commack, New York. Lead Singer of the Hardcore Rock N’ Roll bands Serial Poets, and The Slingblades. Spoken Word Performer, and Professional Photographer. He can be seen regularly as part of the online webcast The New York Hardcore Chronicles Live! And the “Back To The NYHC Roots” Music Series.
As a Photographer, he was first inspired by his mother Jane Messina (also a Photographer), and later by legendary lensmen Bob Gruen and Charles Peterson. Steven began sneaking his camera into concerts in the early 80’s, working his way into the photo pit, where he can be found often. His work can be found in numerous books, magazines, web pages and album covers. And can be seen at Instagram.com/hardcoreshutterbug
As a Musician, Steven has fronted Serial Poets for 31 years. Blending Hardcore, Metal, and Rock N’ Roll into their own unique style. As well as his new band The Slingblades, a traditional Punk Rock band, inspired by the pioneers of the genre. Both bands can be found on all digital music platforms.
As a Poet and Spoken Word Performer, he has been making appearances in the New York area since the early 90’s. And has been featured in various newspapers and magazines. Writing daily since childhood, he describes his poetry as “Self-Therapy” and a way to “Distract The Demons”.