For the uninitiated, Echo’s was the first Alternative music only club in Palm Beach County opened in1986 by Rick and Beth Dewalt at 5 North “H” Street in Lake Worth. Echo’s was an all ages venue, so it is only appropriate that the reunion is being held at one of the oldest alternative music clubs in the country… Respectable Street.

The club, while only open for a few years in the mid 80’s is still a rather tight knit community with an active facebook group of 250 members that still chat daily about music past and present.

The original DJ from Echo’s – Glen Nelson will be present along with guest sets from club regulars Jeff Wrye and Jonathan Moore who later went on to have DJ careers of their own at a number of venues. Expect all the great underground classics from the dawn of punk to the mid 80’s new wave, industrial and goth scenes.

They have already confirmed attendees traveling from across the country for the reunion, and are super excited to see all the old faces. A slideshow is planned with photos from those halcyon days accompanied by limited interviews from staff and regulars as well as livestreaming of the event for those who are unable to attend.

Step back in time with the orginal crew and see what you missed! Guess which three tracks on the CURIOUS EARS playlist are included to foreshadow the nights activities.

The Echo’s Reunion will once again be generously hosted by Respectable Street on 518 Clematis West Palm Beach on May 13, 2023 from 10pm to 4am. ~ Brian Jacobs