The Instatution

Also known as "The Institution", the roots of the band go back to 1994, when guitarist Harry Bachman and bassist Steve Rap began laying down the foundations of the band's current sound. The duo played open mikes until joined by drummer Keel a couple years later. The trio was primarily an improvisational jam band until the additions of vocalist Pardymann and guitarist Greg Bachman. As a five man band, many of the currently played songs were written. The band played open mikes and
several shows during this time, also. Greg left the band in 2001 to pursue other musical interests. Recently, the band added guitarist Ernie Anbert, whose enthusiasm for the music and talent on the guitar have already made a big contribution to the band's sound.

The band is based in Marlboro, MA but has played in Boston, Medway, and Rhode Island (RI). The sound is a blues and rock mix. The band plays mostly original tunes.

Band Members