315 Music Interview With X Ambassadors on Re-Release of VHS(X) & New Fall Tour
We sat down with Samuel Harris of X Ambassadors to talk about the 10-year anniversary re-release of VHS(X), songwriting, self-kindness, and life in Ithaca. Ahead of their hometown shows at the State Theatre in Ithaca on September 19th and 20th, here’s what he had to say. 315 Music: Congratulations on the new record and the […]
The Evolution of a Scene: The 315 Uncovered Fest Debuts at DeMatteo’s in Rome This Sunday
While music history is rich with iconic regional movements like the British Invasion, the Bowery punk scene, Native Tongues hip-hop, and Pacific Northwest grunge, the digital era has made forging new local scenes challenging. But could Central New York be witnessing the genesis of its own thriving music community in 2025? Jim Grogan, founding member […]
SAMMY Award-Winning 315 Thursdays Announces Another Massive Summer Concert Series
315 Thursdays is back again with August and September concert series in both Hannover Square and the Westcott areas, to rock the block in Syracuse this summer. After winning the 2025 SAMMYS Community Spirit Award , the committee has put together another fun, eclectic and community-engaging series. We caught up with founder, promoter extradainare, DJ/MC […]
32nd Annual Chenango Blues Fest Launches With Absolute Banger of Thursday Night Free Summer Music Series
If you have not made it to the Chenango Blues Festival, it is one of the most amazing hidden gems in all of New York State and this year’s headliners are yet again incredible. Leading up to the festival are the annual Thursday night free concerts in the Norwich park, bringing diversity, dancing and joy […]
The New Outer Space in Old Forge is Hosting a new Saranac Thursday Music Series and a New Brewery
Outer Space of Old Forge is a brand new venue but is already has an awesome summer lineup of shows every Thursday through July and August with a revamped version of Saranac Thursdays. The venue also just announced a new taproom for Grow Brewing that opened this week. We caught up with Tom Greco, who […]
Ray Brother’s BBQ Unleashes Amazing Summer Music Lineup
Ray Brother’s BBQ of Bouckville is bringing the heat this summer with a stunning musical lineup and some very big names rocking The Yard Amphitheater. Set in the beautiful countryside, this venue draws in fans from all over the country. With the backdrop of rolling hills, sunset and moonrise each night as well as a […]
Good Nature Brewing Brings Back Summer Music With A Fun Lineup, Inspired Menu & Award Winning Brews
Good Nature Brewing in Hamilton has announced a series of concerts Saturday afternoons starting June 14 and running through September 6. We spoke with General Manager, Alicia McGinness about this awesome news. 315 Music: What has changed at GNB since you began and what is your vision for events, brews and the menu? Alicia McGiness: […]
315 on the Road: MJ Lenderman and The Wind at Higher Ground
Ocassionally, 315 Music hits the road to visit music hotspots and experience neighboring areas. This week we ventured to Burlington, Vermont to check out MJ Lenderman and The Wind at Higher Ground and visit some local breweries and eateries. Here’s our experience. Music is almost always the destination. But it’s not always the totality of […]
Stellar SAMMY Nominated Album, Whitney Road’s “Home” Resonates With Beauty & Love
315 Music spoke with Doug O’Connor after listening to his and his partner Ann’s band Whitney Road’s new record, Home. It was nominated for a Syracuse Area Music Award, mixed and mastered beautifully, and contains a message of togetherness and collaboration that lets the music shine with the talent of many partnerships pitching in. Home […]
ONCO Fermentations Continued Support of Community Through Live Music Inspires
We recently sat down with Erin Bullard, founder of ONCO Fermentations to discuss the role of music. They recently turned five and survived COVID-19 and many changes that have affected businesses in the last few years, all while promoting local and “traveling” talent. This writer certainly appreciated their time, incredible leadership, and music support in […]