Here are Your 2025 SAMMYS Nominees

The 32nd edition of the Syracuse Area Music Awards will take place Friday, March 7 at the Palace Theatre in Eastwood, beginning at 7:00 pm. Preceding the awards show, the annual Hall of Fame induction ceremony and dinner will be held at a new venue, the Beer Hall at Middle Ages Brewing Company on Thursday, […]
2025 SAMMYS Hall of Fame Class Announced

The 32nd edition of the Syracuse Area Music Awards will take place Friday, March 7 at the Palace Theatre in Eastwood, beginning at 7:00 pm. Preceding the awards show, the annual Hall of Fame induction ceremony and dinner will be held at a new venue, the Beer Hall at Middle Ages Brewing Company on Thursday, […]
Harmonic Dirt Celebrating New Album at Funk & Waffles Release Party

Syracuse-based band Harmonic Dirt released a fantastic new album in December and is celebrating at Funk ‘n Waffles with a special release concert on January 30th. Tumbleweeds features ten tracks that flow together smoothly and is the fifth record by the group, following Anthracite, Live At The Ridge, Rhode Island Street, and Blame The Horizon. The […]
bob. An Interpretation of Dylan Hits Funk this Thursday

Meet bob. If the stylization of the name looks familiar, it’s because the driving forces behind this relatively new tribute project are Al Schnier and Vinnie Amico of jamband vets moe. Schnier and Amico have joined forces with Charley Orlando (Ruha, Pearly Baker’s Best, Dexter Grove), Brian Lauri (Ruha, Pearly Baker’s Best, Root Shock), and […]
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 […]
The Head & The Heart Light Up Beak & Skiff With Phosphorescent In Magical Midsummer Show

Photo: Aurora Roe
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 […]
Lake Street Dive’s Akie Bermiss Talks Tour, New Album & The Community Of Music

Acclaimed band Lake Street Dive is about to embark on a North American tour in support of its new album Good Together. The band will be playing at Beak & Skiff Apple Orchards in Lafayette on July 7. 315 Music spoke with keyboardist Akie Bermiss who joined LSD in 2017, as he sets out on the band’s biggest tour yet. 315 Music: […]
Gregory Alan Isakov Dazzles Beak & Skiff on the Summer Solstice

Gregory Alan Isakov, his incredible bandmates, and special guest Mon Rovia regaled the audience at Beak & Skiff Apple Orchards on June 20, the year’s longest day. It was a perfect night in the rolling hills, surrounded by apple orchards and 4,000 smiling faces as the sundown in the west lingered even during the encore […]
Beak & Skiff Apple Orchard Rolls Out Incredible Summer Music Series

Beak & Skiff Apple Orchards has rolled out yet another stunning Summer Music Series with the incredible rolling hills and sundowns of Central New York as the backdrop. This venue has become a true destination, offering a fantastic music lineup and featuring many of its products including tasty cider, beer, mixed drinks, and an awesome […]