Based in the heart of New York City, Eyeglasses (Iain S. Forrest) is a classically trained cellist and songwriter renowned for crafting captivating modern pop, rock, and electronic music compositions. His music weaves together soaring melodies with lush string arrangements, drawing inspiration from the classical genre.

Eyeglasses' musical journey began in 2013 when, as a high schooler, he took to the streets of cities across the Washington D.C. metropolitan area, delivering contemporary renditions on cello. Today, Iain, now a dedicated medical student at Mount Sinai in New York City, shares his musical talents at a diverse array of venues, including high-end galas, fashion shows, weddings, clubs, hospitals, and concerts across the United States. Highlights include his breakout debut concert at Radio City Music Hall with Josh Groban in 2020, a scintillating performance at Yankee Stadium in 2022, a moving rendition of the National Anthem at Madison Square Garden in 2023, and a captivating concert for Bill Gates and heads of state from the United Nations in 2024.

A familiar sight in the city, Eyeglasses can be found hosting street concerts at iconic locations like Central Park, Times Square, Grand Central, and subway stations. With his "strings only" renditions of classical and modern pieces, Eyeglasses enchants and delight audiences from across the world. His ethos of "music is medicine" extends to heartfelt performances for patients, nurses, and doctors at hospitals across the country. The name Eyeglasses is a nod to fans who say his music gives them much-needed clarity and joy in an otherwise hectic world.

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