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Berzerkus Festival Takes Over Jones Beach With Lamb of God, Black Label Society…
Zakk Wylde brought Berzerkus to Long Island on Saturday, August 29, turning Northwell at Jones Beach Theater into…
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard Return to Forest Hills for 3 Nights of…
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard returned to Forest Hills Stadium again this year for three nights of metal,…
A Glimpse into Door Daze—the Hudson Valley DIY Music Festival
If you ask any Hudson Valley local music fan, there’s a pretty good chance they can tell you about Doors at Seven,…
Local Limelight: Seasoned Rochester Drummer Rob Mount
Rochester drummer Rob Mount is the latest artist featured in NYS Music's Local Limelight series, discussing highs…
Walking Through Endless Fires: The FUNtographer Experience
Join the FUNtographer as she spends the weekend at the Endless Fires Festival at Sharkey’s in Liverpool. Where she…
Warped Tour Heads to Montreal for Its First International Stop
After making its highly anticipated return to the festival circuit, the Vans Warped Tour is heading north of the…
ALEXISONFIRE Celebrates 20th Anniversary of “Crisis” Album in Buffalo
Wednesday, August 12 was scattered with rain and sun all day, leaving the question, “will the show go on tonight,”…
Nonpoint ‘Even More Outta Control’ Tour Brings Nu-Metal Glory Days…
There are certain sounds that can transport you through time with almost embarrassing efficiency. The opening riff…
Zakk Wylde Brings Berzerkus Festival to Jones Beach This August
Long Island is getting a new heavy music festival this summer as Zakk Wylde presents Berzerkus Festival, coming to…
Dug Pinnick of King’s X Talks Upcoming New York Shows, Band History
It is hard to come up with a quick, easy way to describe Houston, TX rockers KING’s X. Heavy? …
Extreme is Still “Hole Hearted”-ly Amazing
Extreme may be the opening act for Motley Crue’s Return of The Carnival of Sins Tour but they are “hole heartedly”…
Tentacle Difficulties: Lespecial Delivers a Crushing Victory Lap at Official Alive…
Some concerts end when the house lights come on. Others simply relocate. Following Pigeons Playing Ping Pong's…
NYC Metalfest Arrives in Greenpoint on July 31
In Greenpoint on July 31, NYC Metalfest will take place at the Polish-Slavic Center, with seven metal bands taking…
Putnam Place Set to Host New Rock Festival Joint Jam
This fall, on October 10 from 3-11pm, Putnam Place will be the hub for Joint Jam, a first-of-its-kind rock music…
Legendary Guitarist Vinnie Moore Discusses Upcoming Tour, Years with UFO, Solo…
Delaware guitarist Vinnie Moore has been releasing records and blowing minds with some amazing guitar playing for…
New York Series: “Safe In New York City” by AC/DC
If there is one city that embodies AC/DC's spirit, it is New York. “Safe In New York City,” from the band's 14th…
Billy Idol’s “Cyberpunk” Deserves a Second Chance
Few albums have been as misunderstood or unfairly dismissed as Billy Idol’s 1993 release Cyberpunk. This isn’t…
Umphrey’s McGee and moe. tour Builds moe.mentUM at Perinton Amphitheater
One week after starting their joint tour, Umphrey's McGee and moe. gained moe.mentUM as they barreled into…
Vans Warped Tour at RFK Festival Grounds
After a successful return in 2025, the Vans Warped Tour returned for its second consecutive year at the RFK…
Gold Rush: Les Claypool Goes for the Trifecta in Saratoga Springs
When Les Claypool comes to town, normal concert rules no longer apply. On Friday, June 12 at the Saratoga…