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Kim is a Central New York photographer that loves live music. Being able to capture these great moments and share them with the public is truly a blessing. Photography has always been a passion of hers. She shares her love of live music with the world through her Facebook page KLRock'n Photos.

Not only does Kim shoot band photos, but she is the owner/photographer of KLR Photography. She also shoots portraits of all kinds, weddings, commercial events, etc.

Show Reviews

Love and Theft Takes Syracuse by Storm

Kim Dranschak-Richer Jun 30, 2015

With a packed house, country duo Love and Theft took Syracuse by storm performing several of their hit songs while fans danced and sang word for word. The crowd begged for more throughout the entire show. Afterwards, Stephen Barker Liles…

News

Losing Local Talent: A Farewell to Loose Cannon

Kim Dranschak-Richer Jun 26, 2015

I can't express to you music lovers just how important it is to support your local talent. Without the support of us, many of these talented artists fall between the cracks and have nowhere to go. Unfortunately, the music scene is losing…

Show Reviews

Michael Bolton Swoons the Showroom

Kim Dranschak-Richer Apr 1, 2015

True to form, Michael Bolton brought his classy performance to his fans at the Showroom at The Turning Stone Casino. With a full band and rich sound, he commanded the stage. His fans, of all ages, sang along with every song. Performing…

Show Reviews

Wynonna Judd: a Personal Performance at Turning Stone Casino

Kim Dranschak-Richer Mar 12, 2015

Wynonna Judd and Friends brought their quaint classy show to the Showroom at the Turning Stone Casino. The stage was set with simple decorative accent furnishings in a beautiful inviting atmosphere. Judd appeared on the stage alone with…

Show Reviews

Joe Nichols Brings Country to Keg’s Canal Side

Kim Dranschak-Richer Mar 10, 2015

Keg’s Canal Side hosted a country party featuring Joe Nichols. With a packed house and great entertainment, the below freezing temps didn’t seem to matter. Sam Grow took the stage before Joe Nichols and got the party started. Performing to…

Bluegrass/Country

Love and Theft Coming to Syracuse

Kim Dranschak-Richer Mar 3, 2015

Country duo Love and Theft will be will be performing at Toby Keith's I Love This Bar and Grill, Destiny USA on Thursday March 5. The show is for all ages and tickets are just $10.00 in advance and $15.00 at the door. Love and Theft is…

Album Reviews

Hearing Aide: Mick Fury “Nobody Knows My Name”

Kim Dranschak-Richer Jan 29, 2015

Syracuse native, Mick Fury, who received a Sammy Award in 2014 for Country Album of the year with Sunday Funday is currently touring with my friends Phoenix Eleven. He recently played at Toby Keith’s and Turning Stone’s Tin Rooster while…

Bluegrass/Country

Easton Corbin Brings the Heat to Syracuse

Kim Dranschak-Richer Jan 27, 2015

Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill just keeps it coming! This time national recording artist Easton Corbin came to Syracuse and blew the roof off. Opening was The Moonshine River Band who never fails to put on a great show.…

Artist Profile

The Moonshine River Band – A Great Syracuse Country Band

Kim Dranschak-Richer Jan 14, 2015

I headed out to Toby Keith's at Destiny this past Friday night to check out a local country act I haven't seen yet. Once I got there, I noticed these guys had a really good following. I spoke to a few groups of people and was told they…

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Primate Fiasco – An Inside View

Kim Dranschak-Richer Dec 18, 2014

Primate Fiasco is set to bring their energetic funk back to the area with shows in Ithaca, Rochester and Buffalo this month. One of the unique bands currently tearing up the Jam Band circuit is The Primate Fiasco. The best way to describe…

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