LIVE: Primus Pays Tribute to Rush at Beak & Skiff
Primus should never be as big as they are. How did this happen? In the era of anything-goes radio back in the early ’90s, Primus was just weird enough to fit in amongst the grunge, ska, nu-metal, and swing revival music being played on alternative radio. They were elevated from fringe weirdos to cult icons […]
LIVE: Jocelyn & Chris Sell Out The 443
Editor’s Note: This article was revised to correct some inaccuracies. Volume… Loud. Hair… Long. Apologies… None. The above is from sister-brother blues-rock duo Jocelyn and Chris’s bio. That short and sweet description is perfectly befitting of this outfit. Though on Friday night at the sold-out 443 Social Club and Lounge in Syracuse, they toned it […]
LIVE: Annie in the Water at Funk ‘n Waffles
Annie in the Water‘s winter tour continued in Syracuse Thursday night in front of a packed house at Funk ‘n Waffles. The Albany/North Country-based jam/funk ensemble was highly energized, excited to be back on stages in front of live people again. Syracuse alt-rockers All Poets & Heroes opened the show. They have new music on […]
2022 SAMMYS Nods Announced
The Syracuse Area Music Awards (SAMMYS) announced its 2022 nominees and honorees for its Hall of Fame Tuesday. This year’s Hall of Fame class is led by East Syracuse native Tom Kenny, popularly known as the voice of the beloved Nickelodeon cartoon character Spongebob Squarepants and leader of the band Tom Kenny and the Hi-Seas, […]
SAMMYS Press Conference Announced, Spotlight Series to Air on Newschannel 9 ‘Bridge Street’
The 2022 SAMMYS press conference will be live and online from Subcat Studios this year. The presentation is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 8 at 10:00 a.m. Please Log on to the Syracuse Area Music Awards Facebook page to view the Press Conference. The public is encouraged to vote for their favorite Central New York artist or band, livestream […]
LIVE: Death Kings debut Tour Visits Syracuse’s Westcott
With a name like Death Kings, you’d better bring the heat. This new band surely did just that Friday night at Syracuse’s Westcott Theater as the official Umphrey’s McGee post-show. What’s the connection to UM? Ryan Stasik is the missing link. He is both the bassist in Umphrey’s McGee and Death Kings. This new band […]
‘Jammin’ for Jon’ to Benefit Local Singer-Songwriter Jon Liebing
On Thursday, Oct. 28, local singers and musicians will host a night of music to help fellow musician Jon Liebing, who has faced some recent health issues. The event will take place from 6:00-10:00 p.m. at Lukins on Varick Street in Utica. Donations will be accepted at the event. Local musicians scheduled to perform include […]
EDITORIAL: Inaugural Suburbs Fest Proves that Not All Bad Came from the Pandemic
This is a story about friendship. Actually, several friendships. On the weekend of October 1-3, 2021, a group of friends gathered in the nation’s capital, most of whom were meeting for the first time in person. These people come from all walks of life and from all parts of the U.S. What brought all of them […]
VIDEO: Cait Devin’s “Glitter”
Have you checked out 315 singer-songwriter Cait Devin‘s new single “Glitter” yet? Check out Cait’s new sound below. She’s got a great pop feel and a true video presence and is also fresh off an opening slot for former Judas Priest vocalist Tim “Ripper” Owens‘ Held Hostage at Sharkey’s in Liverpool. You can hear her […]
Celebrate Tom Petty at Bellamy Harbor Park’s Boathouse on Oct. 9
Copper City Brewing Company and 315 Music have teamed up to provide a night of entertainment celebrating the career of Tom Petty at Rome’s Bellamy Harbor Park on Oct. 9. Petty passed away on Oct. 2, 2017. On Oct. 21, 2017, the day after what would have been his 67th birthday, Copper City Brewing Company […]