Carlos Santana Takes the Stage at CMAC

Carlos Santana has a signature guitar tone that is as warm as the womb. When you hear a single note by him, you know it. For over five decades, he has delivered timeless tunes like “Samba Pa Ti,” “Europa,” “Oye Como Va,” and so many more. Earning numerous Grammy Awards over the years and giving us […]
LIVE: The Disco Biscuits Cookin’ in Utica

Editor’s Note: This article was revised to include the correct setlists. After being postponed for a week, the Disco Biscuits played a two-night run at Saranac Brewery in Utica on September 30 and October 1. The first night had a chill in the air and the second was a little warmer but on both nights, […]
LIVE: Umphrey’s McGee Celebrates 24 Years at the Landmark Theatre

I’ll be honest. I’m a bit naive when it comes to Umphrey’s McGee. I don’t know the lyrics. I don’t know the titles. Hell (and this is embarrassing), I don’t even know their names. What I do know is that every time I’ve ever seen them – whether as an opening act for The New […]
Spend an Evening with Umphrey’s McGee this Friday in Syracuse

Creative Concerts is hosting an evening with Umphrey’s McGee this Friday, January 21 at the Landmark Theatre in Syracuse. As one of the scene’s touring forces, the Indiana-based jam band will be playing in support of their latest studio album, You Walked Up Shaking In Your Boots But You Stood Tall And Left A Raging […]
Concert Review: Ryan Montbleau and Giovanina Bucci Bring Beauty and Beats to Ray Bros. BBQ

Saturday night, Ryan Montbleau and opener Giovanina Bucci closed out the summer concert season for The Yard Amphitheater at Ray Brothers Barbeque in Bouckville, NY. With each musician performing strong solo acoustic sets, the tunes floated freely across the breeze, enchanting an eager audience. Giovanina Bucci began the evening with gorgeous melodies that featured poignant stories […]
LIVE: J. Schnitt at Nail Creek in Utica

J. Schnitt brought the singer/songwriter heat to Utica’s Nail Creek Pub and Brewery Thursday night. Check out his music here and the 315 Music photo gallery below.
Show Preview: Ryan Montbleau to close out Ray Brothers’ Summer

Ryan Montbleau, the soulful stylist of sharp lyrics and a low-down, funky vibe, is bringing his solo set to the Yard Amphitheater at Ray Brothers Barbeque, Saturday, Aug. 28. Montbleau has spent much of the past year and a half producing four new EP’s that each stand on their own, yet when all together, paint […]
Creative Concerts Announces GA Ticket Options for Apple Valley Shows

Creative Concerts, which has been selling PODS-style tickets for shows at Apple Valley Park, has announced that upcoming scheduled shows, at the new venue, will be adding General Admission sections to both the left and right sides of the field. This announcement comes on the heels of New York State’s changing COVID-19 guidelines, allowing venues […]
Elton John’s Farewell Tour Coming to Carrier Dome

The 315’s historic Carrier Dome will host one show for Elton John’s Farewell Tour, Sept. 10, 2022. Tickets will go on sale this coming Wednesday, June 30th, 2021. Elton John last played in Syracuse University’s legendary sports and music venue with Billy Joel in 2001. Elton John’s official Twitter account posted this morning “Here they […]
Review: Pigeons Playing Ping Pong at Beak and Skiff – Night Two

Pigeons Playing Ping Pong closed out their two-night run on Saturday night, June 19 at Beak & Skiff Apple Orchards in wet and wild style. From atop of the hill that overlooks the valley, the skies gave off a beautiful orange, pink, and purple sunset in the distant horizon, as the storm clouds came in […]