Syracuse Area Music Awards Announces Press Conference, Bridge Street Performances, and People’s Choice Voting
The 2023 Syracuse Area Music Awards (SAMMYS) Press Conference will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 7, at 10 am at the Palace Theater on James Street in Syracuse. The organization also announced its 2023 People’s Choice online voting. Everyone is encouraged to vote daily for their favorite Central NY Artist or Band, Music Series or Event, Venue, and Academic or Musical Organization. Voting Ends Sunday, […]
Bless A Brand New Angel : Tribute to Benny Mardones
It has been a little over a year since Syracuse favorite, Benny Mardones, passed. Struggling with Parkinson’s disease for more than twenty years, Benny never allowed his illness to dictate his ability to perform for his fans in the Syracuse region. The area always held a special place in his heart, and he credits the […]
Into the Night – A Farewell to My Friend Benny Mardones
I first met Benny Mardones at a show in Rome at the Capitol Theatre in 2010. I was star struck to say the very least. I grew up singing his music and watching him on American Bandstand. Never in a million years would I ever have told my 16 year old self that I would […]