LIVE: Lainey Wilson Breaks NYS Fair Concert Attendance Record
The 2023 New York State Fair kicked off Wednesday night with an attendance record set by country music sensation Lainey Wilson. The 2023 ACM Female Vocalist of the year attracted more than 53,200 country music fans from all of the state to attend the free concert at Suburban Park in Syracuse. Wilson is known for […]
Live: Goo Goo Dolls Big Night Out at St. Joseph’s Amphitheater at Lakeview
On Wednesday August 16th, it was a perfect summer night at the St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater in Syracuse as the Goo Goo Dolls took the stage after a killer opening set by alternative rock band O.A.R. The Goo Goo Dolls hit the stage just after 9pm with their hit “Broadway” and their 25 song set included […]
LIVE: Def Leppard, Motley Crue & Alice Cooper at The JMA Wireless Dome in Syracuse
Photos and Review by Chris Besaw It’s August and things here in the Salt City are still heating up this summer season. Last night at the JMA Wireless Dome in Syracuse was no exception. Motley Crue and Def Leppard’s co headlining World Tour 2023 kicked off here and what an amazing start it was with […]
LIVE: Shania Twain’s SOLD OUT show at the St. Josephs Amphitheater
Photos and Review by Chris Besaw Shania Twain performed for a sold-out crowd at the St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater on Saturday night. She brought along with her rising star BRELAND. The country pop star is currently out on the road on her “Queen of Me” tour in support of her most recent release with the […]
LIVE: Tedeschi Trucks Band Delivers Powerhouse Performance at CMAC, Ziggy Marley the Perfect Opener
At the Constellation Brands-Marvin Sands Performing Arts Center (CMAC) on Tuesday, July 11th, a packed house and lawn were ready for rising performances from members of musical royalty. The Tedeschi Trucks Band, and opener Ziggy Marley, showcased their talents full force and took everyone ‘higher.’ Beginning with a slow-burning version of Joe Cocker’s “Woman to […]
Live: The Doobie Brothers perform at CMAC on their 50th anniversary tour
Fifty years of making beautiful music and touring culminated on one magical night when the four-time Grammy Award winning and Hall of Fame legends, The Doobie Brothers, made a stop on the last night of the current leg of their 50th Anniversary tour on Friday July 14, 2023 at CMAC in Canandaigua, NY. On a […]
LIVE: Winger at The L in Horseheads
On Sunday, July 2, the legendary rock band Winger made a stop at The L in Horseheads as part of their 2023 tour promoting their latest album Seven. Seven, aptly titled, is the seventh studio album released by the band and includes the tracks “Stick the Knife in and Twist,” “Proud Desperado,” and “Do or […]
LIVE: Tears For Fears Let it All Out for CMAC
Tears for Fears played this past Wednesday to an enthusiastic crowd at CMAC. A little rain didn’t deter the die-hard fans as they showed up with umbrellas and dancing shoes. As the show got underway, a double rainbow appeared to welcome the duo that quickly made a name for themselves back in the ’80s. Promptly […]
LIVE: Laura Jane Grace and Weakened Friends at Center for the Arts of Homer
Photos by Chris Besaw (Syracuse Music Collective for 315 Music) Punk icon Laura Jane Grace made her first visit to the beautiful Center for the Arts of Homer early this week. The former front person for Against Me! brought a setlist but didn’t quite stick to it once she realized the room’s acoustics. Upon taking […]
LIVE: Luke Bryan’s Electrifying Night in Syracuse
Luke Bryan brought his high-energy performance and infectious country charm to Syracuse as the first stop on his Country On tour. As the lights dimmed, the crowd erupted in cheers as Luke Bryan took the stage opening the show with his twangy yet poppy song, “Kick the Dust Up.” The excitement from the fans was […]