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Jenni Wilson is a writer, painter, promoter and recent college graduate living in Albany, New York. Jenni attended the University at Albany with a focus on Women's Studies and Communication surrounding media, art and justice. Jenni is the part owner of the Albany promotion company Zen Rose Productions booking shows locally within the jam and electronic music scene.

Jam/Progressive

Mister F, Twiddle, and Kung Fu Team Up at Upstate Concert Hall

Jenni Wilson Apr 7, 2015

It was a full house and a packed floor at Upstate Concert Hall on April 4 for Mister F and co-headliners Twiddle and Kung Fu. The night started early bringing throngs of people into the Clifton Park venue at 7 pm to see Albany locals Mister…

Electronic

Deadmau5 to Release, ‘5 Years of Mau5’

Jenni Wilson Oct 10, 2014

Since 2008, Deadmau5, aka Joel Zimmerman, has made quite the mark on the music scene as well as the public eye. Known for his giant mouse head, progressive electronic dance music and frequent tendency to openly speak his mind - Zimmerman's…

Albany

Film Review: ‘What’s In My Baggie?’ a Look into the Bunk Police and the ever…

Jenni Wilson Sep 29, 2014

For years there has been a significant presence of drug use at live music concerts and festivals. Rules and regulations may be placed in attempts to crack down on the buying and selling of illegal substances, but like it or not the drugs do…

Catskills

Excitement Builds as 2014 Catskill Chill Approaches

Jenni Wilson Aug 26, 2014

That time of year is slowly but steadily approaching where the leaves begin to change, the air becomes crisp and Summer festival season becomes just a memory. And so begins the countdown for the Catskill Chill. Each year Catskill Chill…

Albany

Bella Terra, Back and Better Than Ever for 2014

Jenni Wilson Aug 20, 2014

The beautifully scenic back drop of Upstate New York, art, music, and vendors means it must be time for another year of Bella Terra. Since 2009 Bella Terra has made its mark on the Upstate festival scene bringing a collaboration of…

Catskills

Hudson Project held great potential, but turned into a muddy mess

Jenni Wilson Jul 24, 2014

The potential for the Hudson Project was endless. With MCP presents backing major festivals like Camp Bisco and Counterpoint, and with a lineup blending such a wide variety of fantastic acts everyone had very high expectations for the…

Saratoga Springs

Phish Close Three Night SPAC Run in Full Force

Jenni Wilson Jul 10, 2014

The experience that “is” Summer Phish is not easily comprehended by those who have not yet partaken. It is unlike any other show or concert, with a fan base that travels from all over the country, and sometimes world, to come together for a…

Albany

Venue Profile: The Hollow Revitalizes Historic Downtown Albany

Jenni Wilson May 27, 2014

The Hollow at 79 North Pearl street in Albany has quickly become one of the most recognized venues for excellent live music, with a great history of hosting up-and-coming bands and nationally touring acts alike. The venue is quaintly…

Albany

Formula 5’s Album, and Album Release Party A Major Hit

Jenni Wilson Apr 24, 2014

It was one of the first beautiful nights of the year for The Formula 5 album release party at Red Square on April 18th. Suitable Groove started the night off as the crowd thickened and the energy levels increased. Although it was still…

Albany

An Interview with Denise Parent of The Deadbeats

Jenni Wilson Feb 19, 2014

For years, Deadheads throughout the Capital District make the trip every Wednesday night to hear some good old Grateful Dead covers at Valentine's on New Scotland Avenue in Albany, New York (and as of last week, at The Low Beat on Central…