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Yaddo Prepares for a New Era of Leadership
The nation’s top residency program for writers and artists will soon transition to new leadership. Yaddo President…
$1 Million Gift Secures Long-Term Vision for Caffè Lena
On Friday, Caffè Lena announced an extraordinary $1 million gift from an anonymous donor, by far the largest…
Isaac Mizrahi 10th anniversary at Cafe Carlyle, February 3-21
Isaac Mizrahi has dazzled audiences at the Cafe Carlyle for a decade, bringing his great musical style and…
Evanescence Announce 2026 World Tour with Spiritbox and Nova Twins – SPAC…
Evanescence announced their massive 2026 World Tour, the band’s first worldwide headlining run in four years. The…
SoTru Music School Launches in Harlem
New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) and Kaufman Music Center have announced a new partnership to launch a new…
LaMP Announce Winter 2026 Tour Dates, 5 Shows in NY
LaMP - featuring Russ Lawton, Scott Metzger & Ray Paczkowski have announced a 19 show tour for Winter 2026,…
moe.down Returns July 2026
One of the great music festivals is making a return. moe.down, last held in 2019, has been officially announced by…
Brooklyn Bowl Hosts Jamaica Hurricane Relief Show with King Yellowman Dec. 16
Brooklyn Bowl will host King Yellowman, a highly influential reggae and dancehall DJ, for a performance on …
The Egg is Ready to Crack Open to the Public Following Extensive Renovations
Following six months of significant interior renovations, marking the first comprehensive improvement project…
Works & Process Announces 2026 Spring Season
Throughout spring 2026, Works & Process will present a full slate of dynamic programs at Guggenheim New York,…
Pink Talking Fish Winter Tour Announced – Buffalo and Rochester Dates
With 30 shows ranging from the Northeast to the Midwest and down to Florida, Pink Talking Fish's 2025-2026 tour…
Winter Carnival 2026 & Live Music at The Waterhole
Winter Carnival 2026 in Saranac Lake will mark a very special milestone for The Waterhole, as current owners Eric…
Scotia Rose Bloom into the Spotlight with Good Times
Today, New York City-based pop/rock group Scotia Rose relish in the Good Times with their debut EP out now via …
Syracuse Music Community Mourns the Loss of Steve Schad
Central New York lost a beloved member of its music community on Saturday, November 29, with the passing of Steve…
Binghamton Philharmonic Hosts Annual “Winter Wonderland”
The Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestra will host its annual “Winter Wonderland” concert on December 6 at 3:30 p.m.…
SAMMYS Hall of Fame Dinner and Awards Show Announced for 2026
The SAMMYS has announced details on the 2026 Syracuse Area Music Awards Hall of Fame Dinner and Awards Show.
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Jazz Generations Initiative Announces Initial Programming, Connecting Jazz Scenes…
The Jazz Generations Initiative, an immersive new program designed to cultivate and grow the rich and vibrant jazz…
Phish to play 9 Shows at Sphere in April 2026
Phish has announced a return engagement at Sphere in Las Vegas in 2026, with nine shows set for April 16-18, April…
Bonnaroo 2026 Lineup Announced – Skrillix, The Strokes, GRiZ, Kesha,…
Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival has announced the lineup for the internationally acclaimed camping festival,…
Giving Tuesday – Support NYS Music and Independent Music and Arts Journalism
Over the past decade, NYS Music has worked with artists and bands, promoters, events, festivals and organizations…