Sons of Pioneers Tribute Rustles the Right Notes

The Band of Rustlers gave listeners goosebumps on September 5 at the Cock ‘n Bull Restaurant in Galway, New York with their iconic sound and perfect pitch harmonies. Singing a tribute to the Sons of the Pioneers’ songs, the trio brought alive the traditional country-western sounds of Roy Rogers, Bob Nolan, and Tim Spencer. Band […]

The Historic Colgate Inn Sparks Interest With New Speakeasy Venue In Hamilton, NY

The staff at the Historic Colgate Inn in Hamilton, NY have been working extra hard this summer in preparation for their new music venue. “The Library” speakeasy will be open Thursday, Friday and Saturday each weekend featuring music, special events and opportunities for private parties. The venue is set to open September 14 with Colgate […]

The Albany Office of Cultural Affairs Presents Fallbany

By: Alain Clerine, Contributing Writer The City of Albany’s new arts and crafts market, Fallbany launched this week. The series kicked off Thursday, Sept. 5 and will be held weekly in Tricentennial Park located on Broadway in Downtown Albany throughout the month of September, from 11:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. The market will be an […]

In Focus: Lindsey Stirling ‘Shatters’ Syracuse

It really takes a special talent to bring a performance to life, like the way Lindsey Stirling does. Her show at the great New York State Fair on Friday, August 23 was inspiring. Lindsey can play the violin flawlessly while dancing choreographed parts of her songs with dancers, and alone. It was a beautiful mix […]

Ice Cube Brings the Party to Chevy Court at the New York State Fair

Twenty-thousand fans showed up to party with Ice Cube this past Wednesday. The legendary rap icon, movie star and rock N’ Roll Hall of Famer packed Chevy Court at the New York State Fair. Decked out in his trademark black bandana, tucked under a ball cap and dark sunglasses, Ice Cube got the party kicked […]

The Mavericks Chase Away Rain On Day Eight at Great NY State Fair

As the skies opened up on day eight of the Great New York State Fair, it didn’t deter anyone from taking a seat at Chevy Court awaiting the two-o’clock show that would feature one of the areas favorite bands, The Mavericks. People put on their ponchos, opened their umbrellas and patiently awaited the sunshine they […]

In Focus: Five Finger Death Punch and In This Moment Rock Binghamton

There aren’t many rock shows that roll through Binghamton, so when Five Finger Death Punch and In This Moment filled the near sold-out Broome County Arena on July 24, 2019, things got heated to say the least. In This Moment brought their unique stage set and put on such an amazing performance. ITM puts on […]

Santana Thrills at SPAC

Legendary guitarist Carlos Santana and his band delighted fans at Saratoga Performing Arts Center on Friday, August 23 on part of his Supernatural Now Tour. Coinciding with the anniversary of Santana’s 50th anniversary at Woodstock, the Supernatural Now Tour initially felt like a substitute for the long-promised (and repeatedly canceled) Woodstock concert. Playing after the […]

Dropkick Murphys Return to Court at the New York State Fair

The boys were back in town at the New York State Fair. In 2018, Dropkick Murphys was a last minute Chevy Court fill-in for Dickey Betts, who suffered a mild stroke and was unable to perform. Singer Ken Casey announced at the 2018 performance that it was the band’s first state fair appearance. The Boston-based […]