Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater – previously known as St. Joseph’s Health Ampitheater – has begun to announce their 2024 summer lineup, which so far includes Hozier, Hank Williams Jr., Lainey Wilson, Jordan Davis, and Lynyrd Skynyrd & ZZ TOP and more.
Originally called “Lakeview Ampitheater” when opened in 2015, its name rights had been shifted from St. Joseph’s Health in 2023, when it was changed to what it is today– Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater, just down the road from the New York State Fairgrounds.
Though St. Joseph no longer has sole rights to the venue, they continue to support music and emphasize its importance in society: “Music is a healing art, and as we stated when we took on this sponsorship in 2018, we firmly believe it is an important part of the culture of our diverse community and our healing ministry.”
May 11- Hozier : Unreal Unearth Tour
Indie artist Hozier will play at Syracuse’s Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview on May 21. The singer and songwriter released his third full-length album, Unreal Unearth, on August 18 which saw an impressive success worldwide. Having made a name for himself with the prolific track “Take Me To Church,” over a decade ago, Hozier has expanded his music ability and reach to new audiences. The Unreal Unearth Tour has been a huge success throughout the world, having played shows for nearly 250,000 fans and boasting an entirely live performance.
May 22 – Judas Priest : Invincible Shield Tour
After releasing their nineteenth studio album Invincible Shield, the British heavy metal band Judas Priest will perform at the Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview as part of their Invincible Shield Tour. Originally formed in Birmingham in 1969, Judas Priest consists of Rob Halford, Ian Hill, Glenn Tipton, Scott Travis and Richie Faulkner.
June 21 – Lainey Wilson
Another Louisiana native Lainey Wilson has made a name for herself because of her vocal and acting skills. She was the leading female nominee and winner at the 2023 ACM awards with Female Vocalist of the Year, Album of the Year, Visual Media and Musical Event of the Year, and had previously won 2022’s Female Vocalist and New Artist of the Year. She landed her first No. 1 with her renowned song, “Things A Man Oughta Know.” With her rockstar-like stage presence and raw talent, she’s sure to impress all who attend her 2023 “Country’s Cool Again” North American Tour.
July 11 – Jason Aldean – Highway Desperado Tour
After a successful 40-date run in 2023, country star Jason Aldean will continue the Highway Desperado Tour in the summer of 2024 and will stop in Syracuse at the Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview on July 11. Aldean recently released his 11th studio album on November 3 to huge success. The 14-track record includes hit singles such as “Try That In A Small Town” and “Let Your Boys Be Country.” The latter includes a brand new music video featuring guest appearances by Aldean’s young son and daughter, and focuses on the simplicity and nature of rural childhood life.
July 18 – Jordan Davis
Louisiana native Jordan Davis, known for his collaboration with Luke Bryan in 2021 with “Buy Dirt,” Jordan Davis, now residing in Nashville, showcases his growth as an artist in his “Damn Good Time” world tour. He took “Buy Dirt” and won Song of the Year in 2022 via the Country Music Association Awards, and only continues to grow as a musician.
August 15 – ZZ Top & Lynyrd Skynyrd
ZZ TOP, known for their single, “Sharp Dressed Man”, and Lynyrd Skynyrd, known for their critically acclaimed album Pronounced ‘Lĕh-‘nérd ‘Skin-‘nérd,’ have put their musical talents together for an unforgettable show performing across the United States, with one stop at the Ampitheater in August. You can’t miss their raw rock and roll music, sure to bring everyone to their feet.
August 24 – Hank Williams Jr.
Country Rock artist Hank Williams Jr. first started his career by covering his father’s songs and emulating his style, just like his well-known father Hank Williams. At the age of fourteen, Williams made his television debut in an Ed Sullivan Show episode from December 1963, where he sang a number of songs that were connected to his father. He also appeared as a guest star on Shindig later that year. In 1964, Williams made his recording debut with “Long Gone Lonesome Blues”, one of his father’s many classic songs. Hank Williams Jr’s line up will also include the rock band Whiskey Myers and Ray Fulcher, a songwriter based in Harlem.
September 4 – Rob Zombie and Alice Cooper
Hard rock icon Rob Zombie will embark on his Freaks On Parade Tour by performing at the Syracuse stage on Sept. 4. Joining Rob on tour is the Detroit native Alice Cooper who delights both the crowd and his devoted followers with his unique brand of rock psycho-drama. Cooper is known for his wide range inspirations from vaudeville, garage rock, and horror films, his ensemble put on a theatrical production complete with electric chairs, guillotines, fake blood, and boa constrictors. Rob Zombie and Alice Cooper’s tour will also be accompanied by Al Jourgensen’s band Ministry and Richard Patrick’s band Filter.
The Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater summer’s lineup will also include a performance by Train and REO Speedwagon on July 31 who will be performing as part of their huge 43-concert “Summer Road Trip Tour”. Other announced lineups include the infamous comedians Impractical Jokers set to take the stage on August 23, and Hootie & the Blowfish who will perform on July 31 as part of their “Summer Camp with Trucks” Tour.
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