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Protest The Hero’s Volition: An Interview with Luke Hoskin
Protest the Hero has had a wild ride in the past year. I had the chance to speak with guitarist Luke Hoskin about…
An Interview with Denise Parent of The Deadbeats
For years, Deadheads throughout the Capital District make the trip every Wednesday night to hear some good old…
Bringing Back the Funk: An Interview with Jesus Coomes of Lettuce
Similar to Restless Leg Syndrome and sharing the acronym, a Raging Lettuce Show will cause an irresistible and…
Particle Makes it Hot on a Snowy Day in Saratoga
The neon signs that welcomed fans to Putnam Den were illuminated by falling snow landing on the glass. People…
Sammy nominee Jeremy Miller is a rocker and an author
Last December, Upstate Metal's Steve Strader took the opportunity to speak with Jeremy Miller, lead vocalist of…
Umphstate: An Interview with Joel Cummins of Umphrey’s McGee
The hype from all of the New Year's runs has finally died down and right on its heels come the first announcements…
Featured Band: Cry To the Blind
Walt Disney did it. William Shakespeare did too. It’s taking the metal of another one’s work, and spinning it into…
Getting to Know M.R. Poulopoulos
In the historic Stockade district of Schenectady lives a creative song crafter we will come to know as M.R.…
One Fan’s Experience Sitting in with Marco Benevento
Fans love to meet their musical idols, whether backstage, walking down the street, or just outside a venue. The…
An Interview with Joe Russo, and Bringing JRAD to The Capitol Theatre
Joe Russo's Almost Dead (JRAD) will be making their much anticipated return to live music at The Capitol Theatre on…
Luck Of The Punk: An Upstate sit-down with Lucky33
Listening to Lucky33 is like a day at the California beach. Sun shining, the salty sea breeze hitting you in the…
An Interview with John Medeski
John Medeski, mostly known for his work in Medeski Martin & Wood, will be playing an intimate solo piano show…
An Interview with Marco Benevento, Coming to Red Square in Albany on December 7th
Keyboardist Marco Benevento has been a creative force for quite some time. From playing with Joe Russo in “The…
Christian Rockers WE AS HUMAN Reveal All
The mixed chatter of fans melted into cheers the lights in the Gramercy Theater dimmed. It was time for We As Human…
Review: ESCAPE THE FATE Killer Performance at Lupo’s Heartbreak Hotel
At the sight of Escape the Fate's backdrop, the roar of the fans was almost deafening as they awaited the band's…
Im From The Government And Im Really Here To Help You Rawk!
I had the chance to interview Thomas Beiler (Vox) of "I'm From The Government And I'm Here To Help, (IFTGAIHTH) "…
The Festy: Not Just an Experience, but a Place to Call Home
“You sing from a different place when you sing from home,” noted singer-songwriter Nathan Moore when describing his…
Connecting With The Creators of Jungle Boogie: A Chat With Dave Risen From Lock42
After chatting with one of the creators of Jungle Boogie, Dave Risen, it becomes clear just how much thought and…
Chris Trapper at Syracuse Jazz Central, October 11th
Every once in awhile you see a show that just evokes blithesome emotion within you. Chris Trapper's performances…
Review: DEVOUR THE DAY Takes Over The Webster
A small crowd began to form in front of the stage, all somewhat patiently waiting for Devour the Day’s arrival.…