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Zach Hitt is a writer and photographer for NYSMusic. He attended Hudson Valley Community College and worked as the Editor of the student newspaper, the Hudsonian. As well as being a lover and creator of music, Zach has also spent time working in the live music and studio spaces, contributing to the work and creations of some of his favorite artists.

Album Reviews

Charley Orlando Writes a Simple and Honest “Note to Self”

Zach Hitt Oct 30, 2020

My extended family have tried to sell me on Bob Dylan’s music for years. Although it took them all my life, I’ve come to appreciate Dylan’s influence. The Folk and Americana genres have certainly grown on me. And I’m not…

Profiles

Before Live Music Resumes, Stage Crews Need a Hand

Zach Hitt Aug 31, 2020

I jumped on an opportunity last year: I worked around New York City on stage crew as a stagehand and production assistant. On show nights, I wore all black. I set up electronics, speakers, lights, and stages for artists big and small. I…

Hip Hop/Rap

Wavy Cunningham and DJ Mercy Continue the Fight on Two New Projects

Zach Hitt Aug 14, 2020

If one thing is clear, it’s that Wavy Cunningham always makes music. I’ve seen him write a song in a notebook, and then release it days later. He never waits. He gave his fan base a week between the releases of his new EP, Fight Back, and…

Album Reviews

Hearing Aide: Karolina Rose ‘Invicta’

Zach Hitt Feb 21, 2019

Karolina Rose’s synth pop EP, Invicta, holds many certifiably commendable moments. The singer has racked up a few thousand plays and some rotation on radio. The January 31 release features present, sugary alto melodies combined with synth…

Capital Region

Souly Had and Entreband debut tour with D3v and B. Chaps in March

Zach Hitt Feb 9, 2019

Soul and hip hop group, Entreband from the Albany area booked their first multi-date tour which starts March 13 at SUNY Oneonta college. They will be joined by hip hop artiasts D3v and B. Chaps at ten dates including shows in Pittsburg,…

Albany

Hearing Aide: Wavy Cunningham and DJ Mercy ‘The Art of War’

Zach Hitt Jan 28, 2019

Wavy Cunningham and DJ Mercy, hip hop artists from Albany teamed up for their second effort, The Art of War, a ten-track album launched on December 28, 2018. Wavy wrote most of the lyrics in one sitting, matching them to hooks and audio…

Album Reviews

Hearing Aide: Princess Nokia ‘Metallic Butterfly’

Zach Hitt Jan 6, 2019

Princess Nokia released Metallic Butterfly on 14 Dec. 2018. The album travels through most of the musical spectrum from radio pop to modern trap with glimpses of Afro-Cuban and soul, tied together by obscure, but smooth sing along -…

Albany

Albany Hip Hop Scene Sends Off Fellow Artist at Jupiter Hall

Zach Hitt Dec 29, 2018

Clear Mind performed one last headlining set before setting off to fulfill a few months' long duties in the National Guard. An energetic audience accompanied him as well as sets by Gian, Chris Cool Peoples, Wordthethirdeye, Rhakim Ali,…

Albany

Clear Mind announces last show until Summer 2019

Zach Hitt Dec 21, 2018

Clear Mind, hip hop artist from Albany, will touch down at Jupiter Hall on December 22nd. With his upcoming responsibilities in the National Guard, this will be his last show for a few months following a nomination for Artist of the Year…

Album Reviews

Hearing Aide: Jeremy Discenza ‘Hearts As Vessels’

Zach Hitt Jul 28, 2018

I’ll be the first to admit that it took me a few listens to understand Hearts as Vessels, but I’m curious to hear more from its curator, Jeremy Discenza of Chittenango, New York. The new EP went live 28 April, 2018. First impression is…

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