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Michael is a freelance journalist by trade, and a financial representative by profession. His reporting has covered a wide variety of topics including album reviews, sports, local history, climate change and Internet security. He has earned bylines with The Harlem Valley Times, The Spotlight, The Colonie Sports Tracker, 8Ball Music and Upstate Metal.

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Albany County DA Serves Pete Nice The ‘Gas Face’ Over Taxes

Michael Hallisey Jul 2, 2014

Apparently Peter Nash's status as rap's "Prime Minister Pete Nice" does not exempt him from paying New York state taxes. The Albany Times Union reported that the Clifton Park resident and retired rapper pled guilty to misdemeanor criminal…

Albany

Interview: Discussing The Beatles with Dr. Gordon Thompson

Michael Hallisey Jun 28, 2014

There is little question as to how quickly news travels today. With the advent of smart phones, computers and 24-hour news services - the impact of the event is as immediate as its occurrence. But, the collective experience is no longer…

News

Catch Phish on the Net From SPAC

Michael Hallisey Jun 27, 2014

Not going to be around this holiday weekend to catch Phish at Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC)? There's still hope for you. Livephish.com will be streaming the three-day event over the Internet. Phish is coming to Saratoga…

Albany

Slayer, Suicidal Tendencies and Exodus to Raise Washington Avenue Armory

Michael Hallisey Jun 23, 2014

The Washington Avenue Armory announced this morning legendary heavy metal group Slayer, will headline a show on November 25th that will include Suicidal Tendencies and Exodus. “We are way f—ing excited about hitting the road again with…

Albany

Albany Playhouse at the Park Sounds Phishy This July

Michael Hallisey Jun 20, 2014

The Park Playhouse recently announced 2013 Tony Award nominee, Hands on a Hardbody will be featured at the Lakehouse in Albany's Washington Park this July. The news is of particular interest to Phish fans, as the musical score was written…

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Queen and Lambert On Tour of a Lifetime

Michael Hallisey Jun 20, 2014

Queen embarked on their summer tour last night when they took the stage at Chicago’s United Center. This is the group’s first tour in eight years, and the first serial performance planned with Adam Lambert. The flamboyant frontman of…

Album Reviews

Hearing Aide: Linkin Park’s ‘The Hunting Party’

Michael Hallisey Jun 17, 2014

Linkin Park drops their sixth studio album, The Hunting Party, today; to a fan base already frothing at the mouth. They promised something hard, and, yeah, do they deliver. Their focus on electronic music is out the window. Instead,…

Beyond NYS

Casey Kasem, the Voice of Top 40 Radio, Dead at 82

Michael Hallisey Jun 15, 2014

Radio and television personality, Casey Kasem, died today at the age of 82 after a long bout with dementia. Kerri Kasem released a statement from the family on Twitter this morning. As the original host of the radio show American Top 40,…

News

Cry to the Blind Has Date With Bonzai in August

Michael Hallisey Jun 14, 2014

At Rochester's East End Music Festival this evening, Cry to the Blind announced they will perform at Bonzai, WZNE The Zone's summer music festival, this year. They will share the stage with Chevelle, A Day To Remember, Middle Class Rut, J…

Beyond NYS

Tune In, Turn On, Bonnaroo Online

Michael Hallisey Jun 13, 2014

So, you say you can't make it to Manchester, TN to attend Bonnaroo this year. Just as well, it starts this afternoon anyway. And, have you seen the crowds? That's okay, because the festival has got you covered. You can…

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