Concert Review: James Taylor and Jackson Browne Shower the People of Syracuse with Music
Over 10,000 people made their way to St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview on Sunday night to see two musical legends. Lines of fans started forming early in the day, with people braving the heat and humidity to ensure a good spot on the lawn. The amphitheater seating was sold out by showtime. James Taylor […]
Concert Review: Little Big Town Entertain Fans at CMAC
The multiple award-winning vocal group, Little Big Town, is touring again after rescheduling its 2020 Nightfall Tour due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Little Big Town made a stop at CMAC in Canandaigua, NY on Friday, Aug. 20, and gave its fans a night of astounding harmonies and hooks from their extensive catalog of hits. The […]
The Wood Brothers and Valerie June Rock in The Rolling Hills of beak and Skiff Orchards
August 13, Lafayette, NY The Wood Brothers and very special guest Valerie June joined collective forces to push away a few lingering rainclouds under the rainbows and beautiful sundown at Beak And Skiff Apple Orchards, to put on a magical show. This was the first general admission concert at the beautiful venue located in Lafayette […]
Guns N’ Roses kick off Not In This Lifetime Tour at Hershey Park Stadium
Review: Kelly Besaw; Photos: Chris Besaw Guns N’ Roses made a triumphant return to the stage Saturday, July 31 after their 2020 tour was cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Original members, front man Axl Rose, bassist Duff McKagan and lead guitarist Slash, were joined by longtime band member Dizzy Reed, keyboardist Melissa Reese, drummer […]
Concert Review: Billy Joel at Highmark Stadium, Orchard Park
Buffalo came out in droves to welcome the Piano Man himself, Billy Joel, this past Saturday at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, NY. Previously rescheduled from his 2020 Stadium Tours, this will be one of four stadium shows this year that Billy Joel will perform before returning to Madison Square Garden for his residency shows […]
Concert Review: Luke Bryan at Darien Lake Amphitheater
The last time this reviewer saw Luke Bryan, he started his set atop a platform attached to a Tracker four-wheeler. It was summer 2019 and his “What Makes You Country” tour was winding its way through outdoor amphitheaters, playing to sold-out crowds. The man just knows how to entertain and give his fans a memorable […]
Concert Review: Modest Mouse at Brewery Ommegang
On Saturday, August 5, Modest Mouse made their long-awaited return to the concert grounds at Brewery Ommegang. The show was fully sold out with over 5000 spectators in attendance. Isaac Brock and company took the stage shortly after 8 p.m. to a rousing ovation from the crowd. Opening with “3rd Planet” from 2000’s The Moon […]
Blackberry Smoke Brings Rock & Roll Back to CMAC
Blackberry Smoke made CMAC in Canandaigua, NY “Rock and Roll Again” when their Spirit of the South Tour rolled through last Saturday. This tour supports their latest album You Hear Georgia and marks the milestone of their 20th year as a band. Fans were eager to gather and enjoy music in a live setting once […]
Concert Review: Luke Combs at CMAC – August 5th & 6th
Luke Combs made a triumphant return to CMAC on Thursday and Friday night. The concerts, originally scheduled for June 2020 were 100% sold out. The mood in the amphitheater was celebratory. Fans flooded into the general admission pit area, jockeying for the best spot. Combs was recently named one of the top earning country artists […]
New York Welcomes Back Enter the Haggis
Celtic favorites, Enter the Haggis returned “home” to Central New York this past Saturday to an appreciative and excited crowd. The show at Lincoln Hill Farms, which is located right outside of Canandaigua off of Routes 5 and 20, is not your typical music venue. A working farm, this beautiful setting also hosts weddings, events, […]