Exit the Haggis: Revered Celtic Rock Outfit Calls it a Day After 30 Years
Every musician dreams of making it big, being in a long-running band. Craig Downie, founder of the Canadian Celtic Rock band, Enter the Haggis, can consider his band a resounding success. Formed in 1995 in Toronto, Enter the Haggis has built a reputation as a fun-loving, fan-dedicated, and talented band that uses traditional Celtic instruments […]
F.I.R.E. Festival is Back and More Important Than Ever
The FIRE Festival is back in a big way. It supports, celebrates, and empowers women in music, arts, and beyond across New York State. There are many ways to support this incredible cause, so please read on and, better yet, attend one or many of these incredible events. On Sunday, March 9, the fourth annual […]
Night Ranger Supports Local Vets & Food Bank of CNY
Night Ranger Performs at Tioga Downs Casino and Vernon Downs Casino Classic American rock band Night Ranger performed on Thursday, July 11 at Tioga Downs Casino and Resort’s and Friday, July 12 at Vernon Downs Casino‘s annual fundraising events. The Tioga event benefitted the Southern Tier Veterans Support Group whereas the Vernon event benefitted the […]
Duane Betts Roared into Syracuse With New Album & Attitude
Duane Betts rocked Syracuse at Funk N Waffles on March 20 in support of his new record Wild & Precious Life. By the time Duane Betts began working on Wild & Precious Life — his triumphant debut solo album — he’d already spent two decades creating his version of guitar-slinging, story-driven American rock & roll. “It felt […]
Third F.I.R.E. Festival Sunday with Star-Studded Lineup of CNY Women Entertainers and Entrepreneurs
Tickets are going quickly for the third F.I.R.E. Festival, hosted for the first time this Sunday by the beautiful Center for the Arts of Homer. The acronym stands for Females. Inspire. Rock. Empower. The event, put together by local musician Jess Novak, is intentionally planned for a Sunday afternoon from 2-6 pm so that children […]
Review: Tool Rocks Rochester
Monday, Nov. 6 at Blue Cross Blue Shield Arena in Rochester, Tool delivered a show that left an indelible mark on the audience. Presented by Metropolitan Entertainment, it was an evening marked by an upbeat atmosphere that highlighted the unique appreciation of Tool and its fanbase. The anticipation was undeniable as fans from all walks […]
315 Preview: TOOL Coming to Rochester Monday
Prepare for an unforgettable experience as Tool takes the stage at Blue Cross Blue Shield Arena in Rochester on Nov. 6, courtesy of Metropolitan Entertainment. Tool, one of the most iconic bands in the history of rock, especially progressive rock, has produced a discography filled with exceptional albums and unforgettable songs. From Undertow featuring tracks […]
Live: Shinedown-Revolutions Live TourLive at St. Joseph’s Amphitheater at Lakeview
On Wednesday September 13th, Shinedown-Revolutions Live Tour made it’s way to the St.Joseph’s Amphitheater at Lakeview in Syracuse NY. With supporting acts Spiritbox and Papa Roach,American rock band Shinedown is touring in support of their seventh studio album, Planet Zero that wasreleased earlier this year. Their current radio single “A Symptom of Being Human” continues […]
Live: Peter Gabriel I/O Tour Wows Buffalo’s KeyBank Center
Peter Gabriel packed Buffalo’s KeyBank Center Friday for the legendary artist’s I/O Tour. Gabriel, known worldwide as an award-winning musician and activist, did not disappoint. The show was a sensory magic. Known as both a solo artist and part of Genesis, Gabriel brought a most talented band to accompany him, (Tony Levin: bass and vocals, […]
Live: A Night of Rock Bliss: Staind and Godsmack Take Syracuse by Storm
Syracuse witnessed a thunderous night of rock music as Godsmack set their sights on the St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview on August 2. This unforgettable evening celebrated a quarter-century of their musical journey, paying homage to legends who have graced the rock world. The pyrotechnics roared to life as the curtain dropped, revealing the […]