Led by the thundering power of rhythm-mashing drummer man John Payton — formerly of The Buddhahood — The John Payton Project funkifies every genre in its beefy repertoire. Frontman Drew Belavia gives all with manic vocals, saxophone and flute. This band serves up a deep-dish wild ride with its undeniable rock ‘n’ roll spectacle.
The John Payton Project plays Friday, July 26, 8 p.m. at Three Heads Brewing, 186 Atlantic Avenue. $5. 244-1224, threeheadsbrewing.com; facebook.com/john.payton.project.
This article appears in Jul 24-30, 2019.






