LIVE: Skid Row at Turning Stone
Before I get into my article, I feel the need to post this disclaimer. Skid Row was one of my absolute favorite bands when I was young. I will try to write this review objectively, but the fanboy in me might pop out here and there. Take it for what it is worth. I first […]
LIVE: Michael Ray at del Lago Casino
Michael Ray took the stage at del Lago Casino on April 14, bringing an energy and enthusiasm that had the crowd on their feet from the very first song. The setlist featured six new songs from Ray’s upcoming EP, “Dive Bars and Broken Hearts,” set to be released on June 23. Ray introduced each song […]
LIVE: Easton Corbin at Keg’s Canalside in Jordan
A snowstorm didn’t stop Easton Corbin from showing Keg’s Canalside in Jordan, NY how to do country right on March 3rd. The parking lot packed with big trucks and other four-wheel drive vehicles was evidence that the crowd was ready to have fun despite the snow. Before Easton Corbin took the stage, Chris Taylor and […]
LIVE: Enter the Haggis Sells out Center for the Arts of Homer
Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Central New York is an annual tradition for many. To do so correctly, you must enlist the help of a great Celtic band. Enter Enter the Haggis. A sold-out stop at the Center for the Arts in Homer would be their second to last show on the Swallowed By a […]
LIVE: Gin Blossoms Make a Stop at del Lago Casino
On February 24th at the Del Lago Casino in Waterloo, an energetic crowd traversed the snowy wintry night to warm up alongside one of the most heartfelt rock bands of the 90s, the Gin Blossoms. Starting the show with “Competition Smile,” the audience beamed with excitement. Seated shows can be an awkward atmosphere for the […]
LIVE: Our Lady Peace’s The Wonderful Future Tour at del Lago
It’s hard to predict the future but Canadian rock band Our Lady Peace did so with their 2000 album Spiritual Machines. Their current The Wonderful Future Tour highlights some of American futurist scientist Ray Kurzweil’s voice as on their Spiritual Machines album. This tour also supports OLP’s latest album Spiritual Machines 2, released in January […]
LIVE: Bush Sells Out The Vine at del Lago in Waterloo
Bush assembled fans into their kingdom at their sold-out show at The Vine at del Lago in Waterloo on Feb. 11. Warming up the crowd for Bush was female artist Devora. Devora has an alt-rock sound with a country twist intertwined with her lyrics. Her sound and vibe make her unique in the rock music […]
LIVE: Sydney Irving at Copper City Brewing Company
Central New York singer-songwriter Sydney Irving paid a visit to Rome’s Copper City Brewing Company on Wednesday night, performing an eclectic mix of covers and originals that perfectly showcased this talented musician’s range. Irving has released a video for her latest single, “You Can’t Forget About Me” which you can see below. The song showcases […]
LIVE: Lita Ford at del Lago
Last Saturday night fans packed it in at the Vine showroom at del Lago Casino and Resort to rock out for the incredibly talented and heavy-shredding female powerhouse, Lita Ford. The stage went dark as the intro music, Accept’s “Balls to the Wall” started pumping through the speakers, an interesting and bold choice to set […]
LIVE: Steel Panther – Hair Metal’s Ultimate Party Band Brings Claus & Paws Holiday Party to del Lago
Ah yes, the holiday season is upon us here in Upstate NY. Cold, brisk weather, warm libations to keep spirits and body warm and bright, the only thing missing is a killer holiday party. This is exactly what happened this past Friday night in the Finger Lakes Region of CNY. And who to better host […]