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Zak Radick is a concert photographer/rock journalist based out of Albany, NY. He comes to NYS Music with an extensive background in local TV News, video editing and a keen interest in documentary filmmaking. In recent years he’s also become obsessed with collecting gig posters. In his ‘spare’ time, Zak is also an accomplished bowler with more than a dozen sanctioned 300 games to his credit.

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Circle of Life: The Magic Beans and Squeaky Feet Bring Psychedelic Sounds to Life in Albany Rager

Zak Radick Nov 2, 2024

On Thursday, October 24th, The Magic Beans and Squeaky Feet graced the stage at Lark Hall in Albany, unofficially kicking off an exciting “Phish weekend” with a vibrant and inspired set that encapsulated their unique blend of funk, rock,…

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Big Shrimp Kick Off Fall Residency in Albany

Zak Radick Oct 23, 2024

Kicking off an exciting three-show residency at Ophelia’s in Albany, it was a big night for Bridgeport, CT’s Big Shrimp on Thursday, October 17. Rising from the ashes of the beloved buzz band Baked Shrimp following their surprise…

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Big Something and Consider the Source Blast Off in Albany

Zak Radick Oct 5, 2024

Albany buzzed with excitement from beyond the solar system as Big Something and Consider the Source brought their signature high-octane and other-worldly grooves to Albany on a brisk Wednesday night, October 2, as part of the Headspace…

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Albany Swoons For Teddy Swims at Sold-Out Palace Theatre

Zak Radick Sep 28, 2024

Teddy Swims has become a name synonymous with raw emotion and versatility, and on Thursday night, September 26th at Albany’s Palace Theatre, he proved why he’s one of the most magnetic performers in music today. The Atlanta-born singer…

Show Reviews

Bring Out Your Dead: Megadeth Destroy All Enemies in Albany

Zak Radick Sep 12, 2024

It's had many names over the years: The Knickerbocker, The Pepsi, The Times Union Center and currently the MVP Arena. But on Tuesday, September 10, the storied building was transformed into a cathedral of heavy metal. Playing host to the…

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Saratoga Magic: Goose Scintillates in SPAC Return

Zak Radick Sep 11, 2024

Soaring to spectacular heights for two nights in Saratoga Springs, indie-improv groove sensation Goose delivered a pair of performances that felt more like a homecoming celebration than rock concerts. After playing to their largest ever…

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Megadeth Seeks to Destroy All Enemies in Albany on September 10

Zak Radick Sep 6, 2024

Get ready headbangers, your chance to witness one of the most iconic bands in heavy music history is right around the corner. Fresh off destroying throat cancer, Dave Mustaine’s legendary Megadeth are back and bringing their “Destroy All…

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Neon Pill: The Legend of Cage the Elephant Grows in Saratoga Springs

Zak Radick Aug 21, 2024

Rolling into SPAC for the Neon Pill tour, Grammy award winning rockers Cage the Elephant put on a performance for the ages on Sunday night, August 18th. With a broken foot and a heart full of the rock n’ roll spirit, lead singer Matt…

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House of Treats: Primus Gets Weird and Wonderful in Saratoga Springs

Zak Radick Aug 17, 2024

It was a night of sonic exploration and psychedelic virtuosity on Monday, August 12, when Les Claypool and the mighty Primus made their return to the Saratoga Performing Arts Center. In a concert experience that definitely did not suck,…

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Andrew Bird Scintillates in Schenectady Debut

Zak Radick Aug 17, 2024

On a picture-perfect summer evening in Schenectady, the vibrant atmosphere of Frog Alley Brewing was electrified by a magnificent performance from Andrew Bird. An artist whose unique blend of folk, indie rock, and classical music has…

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