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Amy Lieberman is, simply put, a music addict. She enjoys both seeing live music, and playing it. Currently, she plays stand-up bass and mandolin with two Catskills-based bands which keep her quite busy, as do her other favorite hobbies of vegetable gardening and knitting. Amy is extremely pleased to have been given the opportunity to review shows in her little corner of the world, as there is so much local talent in this area that needs to be promoted to the rest of the world.
Singing the songs of a true wanderer, traveling throughout the country before settling in Erie, PA, Tyler Smilo has numerous stories to share that are more than worthy of a listen. On top of his deep lyrics, Smilo’s shockingly powerful…
Floodwood Keeps Their Fans Warm on a Frigid Winter Night in Oneonta
On a typical snowy blustery January night in Upstate NY, those who were brave enough to venture out into the elements were in for a real treat at the Oneonta Theatre this past Friday with an evening of 'new grass' and Americana music to get…
An Interview with Floodwood’s Braided Mandolinist Jason Barady
A veritable supergroup in the newgrass world, consisting of members from Upstate NY’s own moe. and Taos-based WoodenSpoon, Floodwood’s newgrass and rock and roll stylings appeal to a wide range – and growing number – of fans, as made…
The Southern Tier Proudly Welcomes the Trey Anastasio Band to Our Neck of the Woods
Apparently willing to go a bit out of their way during their winter tour to grace Binghamton with their presence, the Trey Anastasio Band (TAB) will be performing at the Broome County Forum Theatre on Tuesday, December 9, sandwiched between…
Still in Awe After an Amazingly Intimate Performance by Peter Rowan in Oneonta
Sporting yoga pants and loving it, after having eaten a yummy vegetarian meal, at the table right next to mine, no less! the iconic Peter Rowan casually strolled onto the stage at BSide Ballroom and Supper Club in Oneonta, armed only with a…
Bluegrass Legend Peter Rowan Brings Some First Class Music to Oneonta
A dream come true for bluegrass aficionados, Peter Rowan will be bringing some good old-fashioned bluegrass music to Oneonta at the classy BSide Ballroom and Supper Club on Friday, Nov. 14. Bringing old-time music to our ears for over five…
Slaid Cleaves, A Folk Singer With an Endearing Voice and Stories to Tell
On Thursday Sept. 11, Oneonta received a hefty dose of folk with Slaid Cleaves’ performance at the B Side Ballroom and Supper Club, the city’s classiest joint. With one of the most extensive bars in town, along with a delectable menu…
Moon Boot Lover: The Most Rockin’ Party on Wheels Around
When pulling up to the train depot in quaint Milford, NY, you may be thinking to yourself, “Where am I? Have a stepped back in time?” It is hard to believe that a three-hour rockin’ party with Moon Boot Lover is about to take place on board…
Grey Fox, A Bluegrass Festival Designed for Both Enjoyment and Learning
The Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival is a festival designed for music lovers and musicians alike. You may think you are coming to simply listen to and enjoy the best of the best bands in the bluegrass world, but Grey Fox is so, so much more. In…
Hop Aboard the Blues Express Train and Enjoy Music Under the Stars With Moon Boot Lover
The Cooperstown area has proven to be quite the stomping grounds for fun musical entertainment so far this year, so why not visit again for the unique experience of a blues cruise on land? Every Saturday night during the summer, the…