St. Helena is the brainchild of Patrick Teahan. In 2003 he formed the band, and by 2006 they released their first EP called “Happy”. The irony being, of course, that the title track is anything but a happy song. The EP received generous radio play, and as one critic put it, “Happy is not a product of exile from the broader scope of life, but a message in a bottle from an outpost of observation- a message worth unraveling”. Like the real St. Helena, the Patron Saint of Lost Causes, the music pulls on both waste and hope. The band shines a light onto your forgotten toys, your old wins and losses, and reminds you that you still have a chance. We’ve all got to dig to find some glory. The current line-up has Patrick on vocals and guitar, with Ben Hochberg joining him on guitar, and Shawn King Devlin, St. Helena’s very talented drummer, keeps them all on track. Megan Tracy is keyboards, and is Patrick's singing partner. St Helena is looking forward to what 2009 brings. They are currently working on a brand new EP which they expect to be released in the New Year.

 

St. Helena

"St. Helena has crafted smart, insightful rock that never broods, but rather muses thoughtfully. Happy is not a product of exile from the broader scope of life, but a message in a bottle from an outpost of observation- a message worth unraveling." (Self –released) –Georgiana Cohen NorthEast Performer Sept. 06

"... mediocrity is not this band's destiny; they have potential and they simply need to realize it. With that said, bring on the next release." DC Melisma Magazine Winter 08 VOL 4.1