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Isabela Perez, born and raised in the Adirondack Mountains, is currently a rising Junior at Cornell University who is studying English and Film in the College of Arts and Sciences. She has joined New York State Music as an intern for the Summer of 2023 to be able to explore and share her love of music and NY with other music fanatics.

Festival News

5th Annual Ithaca Reggae Fest Returns in June

Isabela Perez May 27, 2023

The 5th annual Ithaca Reggae Fest will be held from June 23rd to the 24th at Stewart Park. This will be a family-friendly community event celebrating the meeting point of Jamaican and New York State reggae. The Fest will kick off on…

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Bethel Woods Center for the Arts 2023 Summer Lineup

Isabela Perez May 27, 2023

The Bethel Woods Center for the Arts will be showcasing a wide array of musical talent this summer starting on June 1, 2023, with a lineup that covers all genres of music. The large amphitheater houses 15,000 people and will welcome guests…

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New York State Invests $5 Million Towards Alive Downtowns! Initiative

Isabela Perez May 25, 2023

On May 8th, New York State confirmed an investment of $5 million for local arts organizations and centers. Alive Downtowns!, a coalition of 13 historic performance arts centers across Upstate New York, received the funding with open arms…

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Darien Lake Amphitheater 2023 Summer Lineup

Isabela Perez May 25, 2023

Darien Lake Amphitheater has announced their official 2023 summer lineup of performances beginning on June 14th. Located in the small town of Darien in Western New York, the venue originally opened in 1993 and has the capacity to hold…

Festival News

13th Annual Lake George Music Festival to be Held in August

Isabela Perez May 23, 2023

The 13th annual Lake George Music Festival will be held August 6th to the 17th. The festival will take place at the historic and lakeside Carriage House on the grounds of the Fort William Henry Hotel. Lake George has often received…

Needs Category

Summer Camp Music Festival to go on Hiatus after 22nd year

Isabela Perez May 22, 2023

The Summer Camp Music Festival, an annual staple for Chillicothe, Illinois, is to be discontinued following this years gathering on Memorial Day weekend. Producer of the festival, Ian Goldberg, shared the news in a recent press release. …

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Danielle Ponder Releases New Spiritual Single “Roll the Credits”

Isabela Perez May 21, 2023

Rising soul and R&B artist, Danielle Ponder, released her new song "Roll the Credits" on May 5th. Her single is accompanied by a cinematic music video directed by Broadway choreographer and dancer Hettie Barnhill. Originally from…

Bluegrass/Country

2023 Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival to Commence in July

Isabela Perez May 21, 2023

The annual Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival is set to be held from July 12th to the 16th on the Walsh Farm in Oak Hill, NY. The celebration is known to bring together the Who's Who of Bluegrass, Newgrass, and Roots Music. Acoustic music…

New York Singles

Ukrainian Artist Nora Polinnia Shares Spirited Singles “Gotham” and “Midnight…

Isabela Perez May 15, 2023

Ukrainian singer-songwriter, Nora Polinnia, dropped three new singles over the past few months. She released her debut single, "Gotham," last October, followed by "Late Love," and her most recent song, "Midnight Boy," which dropped on…