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Evan in Albany, NY, USA

Massage Therapist

Hi. My name is Evan and I love what I do! The short version: My massage is goal-oriented, yet artful. I believe in very deep work, and I can craft a truly unique and therapeutic experience.

The long version:
I have been massaging professionally since 2008, but in my mind, I have been massaging since childhood. I believe that when I was young, I developed a rudimentary understanding of massage by combining my fascination with anatomy, the desire to help and heal others, and the experience of feeling my dogs' muscles when I pet them! Because of this, I consider myself to have a very intuitive feel for massage.

As I grew up, the bodywork I received laid the foundation of my massage style. Before I ever had a “Swedish” massage, I had pretty much only had deep, often brutal work- chiropractic, real Deep Tissue, and even the full ten-session Rolfing series! Needless to say, the concepts and techniques that were new to me in school were all about the flow of a session, and developing the sensitivity to adapt my style to the individual. In other words, I learned to be more gentle, patient and methodical. However, I can still go as deep as you could ever want!

In line with being a heavily tactile person, I strongly lean toward the tonal and rhythmical aspects of music. Like most people, I enjoy a story! Instead of words, though (which I don't really hear), I like a song that is narrated by the melodies, like an emotional progression of tone. Put that against a richly textured sonic landscape and I'm in heaven. And that's why Frank Zappa is my hero. Mind blown.

I believe my experience with music and how it relates to massage is very interesting. The flow of a massage session is much like a musical composition to me. Some sensations are like a bass-line, while others are like the shimmering accent of the horn section! Properly played, a massage can be an engaging sensory journey just like a good album or a movie!

When you want to relax, feel better, and have an exciting experience of your body, book a massage with me!

Feedback:

“Hi Dot! Yared enjoyed the massage very much! Talked about it all evening. Thank you again and I will contact you for any artist I will work with Best, Tom ”
Yared Dibaba Tour manager Tom C.
“"You and your team ROCK!"”
Fred, Maroon 5 Tour Manager
“Thanks. We've had a lot of the Dr. Dot's on various stops on the recent Staind tour. Thanks for the therapy!”
Brian Wolk
“I just wanted to say thanks for another great tour. Your folks were, per usual, wonderful. You provide a great service, and I appreciate it.”
Manager of Everlast
“"My tour manager wanted me to tell you Leslie was great. Very professional. He has never had an hour massage or someone come to his room. It was a nice treat for him and he doesn't have FB or Twitter but wanted me to tell you how professional your company was. The Wailers will be using you exclusively"”
The Wailers PA Michele V.
“"The Dotbots were really really nice Ladies. Everyone was VERY happy today; so I can't thank you enough"”
Mystery Science Theater 3000 TM Lauren
“Dot Stein I've used your services twice the last 2 months. Both times we were provided with responsive communication (yay Michele) and professional therapists who understood what my artists and dancers needed. The therapists were caring and competent. Thank you for the service you provide and your commitment to us out here on the road. Bravo!”
Christine M. Tour Manager of Nutcracker Moscow Dance Squad and RAIN
“Thank you for your service and follow up”
Diana Krall TM Maria
“Lars (Stockholm Dotbot) took care of the band-members and left all in awe! He provided a table, towels etc which made it very easy to work with. Very on point and definitely made for an amazing show at night - thank you again! Romi (Prague Dotbot) came by, arrived early, was very well prepped (had her own table, scented candles, oils, towels) and had the brightest smile we'd seen in days! She took care of the band-members who all were left amazed and startled by her touch ;) Thanks Romana, def will hit you up next time round. Martijn Tour Manager - Ben Howard”
Martijn Tour Manager - Ben Howard
“Thanks so much for your help!!! We will be in touch for future tours!”
Susan, Casting Crowns Tour Manager
“"Thanks for the prompt service. Amy (Miami) was great!"”
Paul C. (Tour manager of the Hives)
“The Dots we had rocked!”
Christopher - Tour Manager (Bad Company)
“"Thank you so much for the last minute request on our side. Best in the business!!!"”
Tyler the Creator & Odd Future manager Brick
“"Thanks for sorting today. Dan ( Dan Haggis (drums, percussion, keyboard and backing vocals) said it was one of the best massage's he's ever had. S." ”
Wombats Manager
“Dr. Dot aka the Queen; helping us out on this run!! #drdot #dotbots”
Kristin Schloesser Tour Manager -Allyssa Edwards; Scream it lymi tour; Get Loud tour
“"We were absolutely delighted with your service- very many thanks. Cheers Simon"”
Perfume (Japanese Band)
“"The Dotbot, Chandra (San Diego) you had come out today, was amazing!"”
NIghtwish TM Roger
“Whitney did a great job, and some of the other guys had work done also so I think it worked out well for her too cheers! Best Regards Paul Collis”
Anthrax Tour manager Paul
“Hello Just a note on how utterly our treatments were. Haley (Seattle Dotbot) was incredibly diligent and caring could not speak more highly of her Thank you again Sweeney Tour Manager APHEX TWIN / NOTHING BUT THIEVES ”
Sweeney Tour Manager APHEX TWIN / NOTHING BUT THIEVES
“"I love working with Dr. Dot's crew. They are really a pleasure to work with"”
Casting Crowns Production mananager Jenn
“Thank you for always being able to get people here quickly. It has been a big help.”
Matthew - Production Coordinator (Lady Gaga)
“"thanks a lot for your help during our tours"”
Zucchero tour manager Laura
“"Thank you very much for the recent US run. You sent us some great Bots. My favorite was Calgary, she was awesome!"”
Rod Stewart Tour Manager Matt O.
“Thank you.. Also.. The person that came out to our Chicago show (Ali) was amazing, and because of her i decided to look into getting more book for the tour. Thanks again Roger Nightwish - Tour Mg”
Nightwish Tour Manager Roger
“"Sheila in Detroit yesterday was AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!"”
Harry Connick Jr. Tour Manager
“"you KNOW I would only use your team Dot. We go back way. You're the best!"”
Mitch; Production Manager Steely Dan
“"Thank u for great service."”
Chris Daughtry TM Alan
“"The band LOVES your Dot Bots, thank you so much Dr. Dot"”
Matisyahu manager Jason
“We love Dr. Dot and her entire team. It's so nice to know that we can get a massage in any city! Traveling can be uncomfortable and her team really helps us out on the road. I would hate to tour without them!”
Erin - Tour Manager (Pat Benatar)
“Thank you for all the great therapy over the touring year. I appreciate your professional staff and look forward to working with them again soon.”
Steve Miller