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Kathy Stockbridge is a Professional Photographer from the Central NY area with more than a decade experience specializing in event/music photography. For the past several years, Kathy has had the opportunity to expand and grow in the music business both a photojournalist and photography editor. Working along side the remarkable NYS Music Staff, Kathy has been able to establish relationships with venues, festivals, publicity groups, and label executives putting NYS Music on the map as one of the foremost publications in the NY State and northeast area. Kathy strives to bring readers a variety of musical highlights, insights, and news while fulfilling her dreams surrounding the music she loves.

Album Reviews

Hearing Aide: ‘Damn Country Music’

Kathy Stockbridge Nov 7, 2015

What could possibly make a Friday better? Well, the official release of Tim McGraw's 14th studio album, Damn Country Music of course. Just in time for the upcoming holiday season, Big Machine Records released the highly anticipated album…

News

Demi Lovato & Nick Jonas Future Now Tour Predicted to Land in Buffalo

Kathy Stockbridge Nov 5, 2015

Fans of Disney's Demi Lovato & Nick Jonas will be in heaven July 17, 2016, as the two will join forces to bring their Future Now: the Tour to Buffalo. These two headlining acts would each fill the arena on their own, so their…

Rock

Darius Rucker Following his Heart to Where the Music Leads

Kathy Stockbridge Oct 14, 2015

Sometimes a conversation enlightens you and broadens your ability to appreciate things even more so than you already do. This was the case after speaking with Darius Rucker. Known to most as the lead singer to the Grammy Award winning group…

Show Reviews

Welcoming Home Benny Mardones and Company to Central New York

Kathy Stockbridge Oct 12, 2015

Although Central New York is not the birthplace of Benny Mardones, to him it will always be home. This is why at least once a year, Benny will come home to play for those that have supported him throughout the ups and downs of his career.…

Rock

REO Speedwagon and Fans Mourn Loss of Gary Richrath

Kathy Stockbridge Sep 15, 2015

On September 13, 2015, REO Speedwagon's friend, band mate, and creative collaborator, Gary Richrath unexpectedly passed away. Best known as lead guitar player for the band, Richrath joined the band in the early years, and wrote, produced,…

Rock

A Chat with REO Speedwagon’s Neal Doughty, Part 2

Kathy Stockbridge Sep 10, 2015

A few weeks ago I shared with you Part 1 of a two part interview with legendary keyboardist, and original founding member of REO Speedwagon, Neal Doughty. As REO rolls into town again this weekend, September 12, 2015 to the Seneca Allegany…

Show Reviews

Frampton Comes Alive While Audience Enjoys Phone Free

Kathy Stockbridge Sep 8, 2015

As the summer series of concerts winds down at CMAC, I can't help but reflect on some of the most memorable performances. As live bands go, the evening with Peter Frampton and Cheap Trick was definitely high on that list. One of the most…

Show Reviews

Bryan Adams, Thirty Years Later And Still Reckless

Kathy Stockbridge Sep 7, 2015

It's hard to believe that it was thirty-years ago that Bryan Adam's fourth studio album, Reckless was released. This certified five times platinum album brought Adams around the world on his original tour in 1984-85. Unhappy with the…

Rock

Let us Help you get Ready for the Great New York State Fair 2015

Kathy Stockbridge Aug 25, 2015

As the 2015 Great New York State Fair approaches opening day, the lineup has ironed out nicely for the week. Although a slow start, we have some award-winning musicians and comedians coming to the Grandstands, while Chevy Court once again…

Rock

Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo – Love’s ‘Invincible’ Team

Kathy Stockbridge Aug 14, 2015

Growing up as a Generation X'er was a treat musically. The music of the time was an eclectic mix that allowed us to soak in a diverse appreciation of many styles. As the '60s faded out, lyrics of the folk sound resonated in our minds…

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