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My name is Pete, and I'm a photographer from Albany, New York. I enjoy shooting concerts, sports, and people in general. I have been a concert-goer most of my life, and I love everything from jazz and funk to classical and rock. I'm frequently shooting and seeing live shows all around New York, from SPAC down to Levon Helm Studio. When I'm not covering shows, I work full time as a bulk power system operator with the NYISO.
Albany's DIY music scene has been thriving in the wake of 2020's lockdowns. Basement and house venues are popping up left and right, and bands have been eager to get back on stage and perform in front of live audiences. The Laundromat is…
In Focus: Another Michael, Homecoming at No Fun!
Another Michael returned to the Capital District for the first time in a long time to perform live with Bread Boy at No Fun! in Troy. The now Philly-based indie rock band was formed in Albany by lead singer and guitarist Michael Doherty,…
WCDB Fest 2022: A Celebration of Albany’s DIY Music Scene
Saturday April 9th, the University at Albany's student run radio station, WCDB 90.9FM, hosted their 2022 WCDB Fest at the Albany Barn. The day's events featured local artists, businesses and bands, while celebrating the efforts and…
In Focus: Leif Vollebekk and La Force, Live at Levon Helm Studios
Levon Helm Studios was sold out on Saturday, April 4th, for a visit from some of Montreal's finest: Leif Vollebekk, with opener La Force. The show also featured appearances from Cindy Cashdollar and Patrick Watson. This dynamic cast of…
In Focus: M. Ward Live at Levon Helm Studios
M. Ward graced Levon Helm Studios with his presence this past Sunday, March 27. The singer-songwriter, and fans alike, waited two years for this Woodstock show, and the wait only made the night more special. For folks who have seen a show…
In Focus: Railroad Earth Makes a Stop at The Egg
Railroad Earth's 2022 tour just made a stop in Albany this past Friday, March 18. This was the their first show at The Egg since 2019, and the Capital District crowd showed just how much they missed Railroad Earth the last two years. The…
In Focus: Lawrence Hotel TV 2 Tour Rolls Through Albany
Two years ago, in March of 2020, bands were cancelling shows and tours left and right. Such was the case for Lawrence's Hotel TV Tour, but the band has picked up right where they left off in 2022 with the Hotel TV Tour 2. Lawrence just…
Lawrence To Play Empire Live on Thursday March 10
Lawrence is coming to Albany to play Empire Live this Thursday, March 10th along with MLLN! If you have not yet heard Lawrence's music, then just have a listen to their acoustic version of 'Don't Lose Sight' that recently hit 1 million…
In Focus: Tinsley Ellis Album Release Show at Caffe Lena
Tinsley Ellis is on tour across America following his latest album release, Devil May Care, and he made a stop in Saratoga Springs on February 19th to play at Caffe Lena. The Atlanta-born front man released his first album, Cool on it, in…
In Focus: Plush Debut New Album at Empire Live
This past Friday, February 11, Plush headlined their first show in the Northeast for a sold out Empire Live crowd. The band, led by Capital District native, Moriah Formica, were marking the release of their debut self-titled album. Plush's…