At times, the music industry can seem like a viciously preposterous environment, kind of like a Sharknado movie sequel only with amplified instruments and egos, laptop computers and seven-dollar plastic water bottles sucked into a funnel cloud with the slimy sharks. But every now and then, a musician emerges from an overseas humanitarian mission or […]
Folk/Americana
ARISE Has Risen
ARISE Music Festival was held at Sunrise Ranch in Loveland, Colorado, on a jovial weekend August 4-6, surrounded by rock formations, pleasant lakes, and mysterious meadows. This land was indeed filled with love, so its name holds true to its essence. It was a glorious gathering of all walks of life – an open, family […]
Nietzsche’s in Buffalo to Host Intrepid Travelers Residency in September
Intrepid Travelers have announced a residency at Nietzsche’s in their hometown of Buffalo throughout the month of September. This marks the progressive band’s debut residency at the local musical hotspot. Head down to Allentown every Thursday at 8pm to be part of the experience as Intrepid Travelers jams with the support of other local bands. […]
Chenango Blues Fest to Celebrate Twenty-fifth Anniversary
The Chenango Blues Festival will celebrate its twenty-fifth anniversary on Aug. 18 and 19 at the Chenango County Fairgrounds in Norwich, New York headlined by the North Mississippi Allstars with John Medeski. The event kicks off with a free show on Friday night beginning at 6:00 p.m., with stylish showman Reverend Shawn Amos. Following Amos […]
Photo Gallery: The 27th Annual Grassroots Festival of Music and Dance
July 20-23 marked the 27th Annual Grassroots Festival of Music and Dance in Trumansburg, NY. The weekend was filled with creativity, diversity, culture, dancing, family fun, and genuine smiles. Enjoy this photoset by Rochester, NY photographer, Meg Borruso. You will primarily see photographs of Mosaic Foundation, Richie and Rosie, Aaron Lipp and the Slacktones, […]
Ten Bands to See at Panorama This Weekend
The masterminds at Goldenvoice have brought us innovative music festival experiences all over the country, from Firefly to Hangout Music Fest (not to mention Coachella). They graze the east coast next weekend on Randall’s Island to present their newest endeavor, Panorama Music Festival, for its second year. Despite its sophomore residency, Panorama has added some […]
Jay Peak Ski Resort Welcomes Jeezum Crow Fest For Its Fourth Consecutive Year
The fourth annual Jeezum Crow Festival at Jay Peak Ski Resort began with a rainy and windy start on Friday, July 14, though many locals and out-of-towners braved the elements for a night of great music at the Stateside Amphitheater. Though construction prevented as many vendors from setting up shop as in previous years, there […]
Outlaw Music Festival Takes Over Syracuse Lakeview Amphitheater
As a convoy of tour buses pulled in and parked along the water’s edge at the Lakeview Amphitheater for the fourth show in as many days, they prepared to unload and set up for the final performances of the weekend. A night of Country, Americana and Rock was on tap as the Outlaw Music Festival […]
Rochester Fringe Festival Will Feature 500+ Spectacular Events
It’s back again and better than ever. Rochester Fringe Festival has announced an unbelievable lineup for 2017. Over the course of 10 days, more than 500 events will be held, including music, art, dance, comedy, and theater. The festivities take place from September 14-23 across more than two dozen venues. Headlining this year are performances […]
Sub Rosa Recording Sessions Offer Unique Experience
Every third Sunday of each month since 2013, SubCat Music Studios in Syracuse hosts their Sub Rosa Sessions. Session #41 on July 16, 2017 was hosted by Amanda Rogers, who invited Mike Powell to perform as the featured artist. These evenings consist of thirty or so people joining the performers in Studio A at SubCat. […]