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New York Philharmonic Presents “Take a Breath” Series this Spring
The New York Philharmonic has announced the return of the “Take a Breath” series during April and May at Mother…
Tony-Nominated BIPOC Producers Join The Shubert Organization 2025 Artistic Circle…
The Shubert Organization has selected three new members for its prestigious Artistic Circle program for 2025:…
RIP David Johansen, New York Dolls Lead Singer
David Johansen, legendary lead singer of the New York Dolls, passed away peacefully on Friday at the age of 75 at…
Five Can’t Miss Shows in Rochester This March
February made us shiver with ever show it delivered, and here comes March to close out this winter with more hot…
NYS Music March Madness 2025, Presented by Upstate Canna: Round 1
NYS Music’s 10-year anniversary is swiftly approaching, and with that, the most coveted musical competition of the…
Assembly: The Hudson Valley’s Newest Live Performance Venue
Impact Concerts bring Kingston newest live performance venue, Assembly.
Photo by Anthony Mulcahy
From event…
The Infinity Stage Debuts at Bonnaroo 2025 with Stellar Lineups and Nonstop Music
Bonnaroo has unveiled its inaugural lineup for this year’s “The Infinity Stage,” a brand-new, one-of-a-kind venue…
Orange County’s Skinny Atlas Release Heartfelt Debut EP, ‘Nowhere Kid’
New York-based songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist Skinny Atlas has announced his debut EP, Nowhere…
Dean Friedman Makes Three Stops In NY On Upcoming Tour
Folk singer-songwriter Dean Friedman will be performing at The Colony Woodstock on March 9 featuring special guest…
Mike Ayers Shares Exclusive Interviews From Renowned 90s Bands in “Sharing…
Music and culture journalist Mike Ayers unfolds the definitive jam bands of the 90s in his book, “Sharing In The…
My Morning Jacket Announce 3-Night Stand at Brooklyn Paramount
Rock band My Morning Jacket has announced their 10th studio album, is, in addition to the second leg of their…
From NAACP Honors to Carnegie Hall Debut, Samara Joy Does It All
Samara Joy's impressive streak of accolades continued on February 24 when the Rochester native received the…
Global Shindig 2025: A Celebration of Music, Dance, and Connection
The Ashokan Center hosts the Global Shindig 2025, a vibrant one-day celebration of music, dance, and cultural…
Big Time Rush Announces NY Tour Dates
With three big stops throughout the state, Big Time Rush's epic "Big Time Rush In Real Life Worldwide" tour is…
Miriam Weisfeld Named Producing Artistic Director of Capital Repertory Theatre
A new era is beginning at Albany's Capital Repertory Theatre as Miriam Weisfeld steps into the role of Producing…
The Thing Announces Headlining Tour, One Stop in NYC in March
New York band The Thing has announced their North American and European headlining tour, including a performance…
East Aurora’s Borderland Festival Announces Lineup: Vampire Weekend, Mt. Joy and…
Borderland Festival, held at Knox Farm State Park in East Aurora, has announced the official lineup for the…
James Casey Birthday Benefit Charity Auction Begins
Saxophone legend James Casey’s Birthday Benefit Charity Auction began on Feb. 25, running through March 2 at 8…
Palenville’s Follow The Arrow Festival Announces Lineup For June Celebration
Follow the Arrow Festival at The Griffin House in Palenville has announced its fourth return for Saturday, June…
New York’s WIRE Festival Announces Lineup For Four-Day May Techno Festival
WIRE Festival, New York’s leading festival for techno/house underground music, has announced the artist lineup for…