Homeless Man headlines the Chuck

If there’s one thing the Charleston is known for, it’s the way they fit so many disparate genres into a single evening.
Invisible Friend Productions hosted five local bands at The Charleston Saturday night, with genres including alternative, rock, folk, hardcore and funk.
Robbi Perez, founder, promoter and booker at Invisible Friend Productions, has been a frequent contributor to the Bremerton music scene.
16-year-old Kierah Taylor opened up the night with some alternative acoustic jams. Her wide vocal range and skill on the guitar had the crowd on their feet, something one doesn’t often see from an opener at the Charleston. Even without a backing band she had a full sound.
Next on the lineup was Less Than Three, led by Brad Miranda on guitar and vocals and Jordan Spears on bass.
“This is our third time at the Chuck,” said Miranda. “We love it. It’s a good place for all the kids to hang out and there’s a bar so you can get drunk, too.”
Most of Less Than Three’s songs focused on the themes of girls or partying.
The Mural Project from Tacoma,  was next on the stage.
“We’re here to play a fantastic show for you tonight,” said frontman Spencer Ready upon starting their set.
Kendall Rock, a spectator, said the lead singer sounded like he probably rocked theater in high school.
The Mural Project’s EP is being self-released by the group.
Acelyn, a hardcore alternative rock band from Kitsap County, was a change of pace from The Mural Project.
Acelyn is currently recording a 4 track EP at Mike Herrera of MxPx’s studio. Brad Miranda of Less Than Three said he’s working hard to help produce the album for them. As well as releasing this EP in the next year, the band said they hope to put out a full-length LP soon.
Bobbie Nolen, vocalist for Acelyn, said this is their sixth or seventh show, and that they play about twice a month.
“It’s what I want to do,” said Nolen. “It’s my music. It’s got energy and heart in it, I get to rock out and I love it.”
Nolen gave Perez a lot of credit for putting the show together.
“He pretty much brought the scene back from the dead,” said Nolen.
After finishing their final song, the crowd started to chant, “One more song! One more song!”
After a talk between the members of the band, they decided they would cover “Last Transmission” by Moneta, a prominent local hardcore band.
Nolen said Moneta has taken Acelyn under their wing in a way.
“They taught us a lot and really showed us how to play live,” said Nolen.
Moneta must have taught well because Acelyn’s set was loud, full of energy and was easy to dance to.
Following up Acelyn, the band Homeless Man headlined the event, with Luke Jacobson on bass and vocals, Kyle Moore on guitar and vocals and Jeffrey Dohoda on the drums.
As with any Homeless Man show, they brought a portion of the crowd with them.
Kyle Moore played intricate indie rock melodies on the guitar, and Luke Jacobson kept up a funky bass groove, making the set lively and catchy.
Tonight was a good night for everyone at the Charleston, and both Acelyn and The Mural Project said it was the best show they’ve ever played.

Tyler Kendig contributed additional reporting to this story.