Early Ape is a project headed by songwriter Nate Rylan, and includes musicians such as Fred Berman (Amos Lee), Adam Winokur (Producer/Engineer, Kawari Sound), and Matt Kass (The Brakes, Kresson St. Vibrations, Etc). Nate's work was discovered by Ben Arnold at the Blinkin Lincoln club in Philadelphia, where Nate was invited to play by Ben during his residency. Nate subsequently met his bandmates as a result of that performance, and EARLY APE was formed. Nate has been playing music all his life, drawing inspiration from the most prolific songwriters in Rock and Pop. His music is both sincere and irreverent, blending attentive lyrics with striking melodies to create an impressive and unmistakable sound. Nate credits his formal musical beginnings with the Philadelphia Boys Choir for his disciplined commitment to songwriting and performing, and for opening his eyes to the amazing world that exists for performers, allowing him the opportunity to sing for sold out crowds at The Academy of Music in Philadelphia, Carnegie Hall in New York, Westminster Abbey in London, and the Royal Palace in Budapest, among many other iconic venues. As he grew, Nate’s musical interests began to focus on Pop/Rock, which led him toward being recruited out of high school as a music instructor for the first branch of The Paul Green School of Rock Music. While at Rock School, Nate also owned an operated an in-house recording studio, recording and producing all of Rock School’s early shows, the catalyst for the School’s enduring success, nationally and internationally. Recently, Nate was featured on the John McLaughlin show on WPEB 88.1 FM and received an award from the John Lennon Songwriting contest for his song “Tired Bones.” Nate's music garners comparisons to such taste changers as Elvis Costello, Nick Lowe, Green Day, Elliot Smith, Billy Joel, and even Buddy Holly. Many have described his songs as "prunk", while others have called his songs “the new standard for Pop music." Right now, Nate Rylan and EARLY APE are reinvigorating the Philly music scene one club at a time, appearing at Blinkin Lincoln, The Tin Angel, The M Room, and many more. EARLY APE is all about what most aren't - awesome songs, dancy tempos, and hooks that won't leave your head. Early Ape will fulfill all your dreams. EARLY APE is recording an amazing, groundbreaking four song EP at Kawari Sound in Wyncote, PA. Band Members: Adam Winokur, Producer/Bass/Guitar, Fred Berman, Drums/Arrangement, and Matt Kass/guitar/Asst. Producer. EP RELEASE January 16th @ Biinkin Lincoln!!!!