Planning For Burial Welcome the Fall with Heavy Drone Music in Syracuse

Peter Gillen Sep 1, 2025

On Friday, August 29th, at the Song and Dance in Syracuse, the mood was set for despair when Thom Wasluck, a.k.a. Planning for Burial, touched down. This was the one man master of drone music's fourth time playing in Syracuse. Thom…

News

Mostly Modern Arts Center Proposal Faces Backlash

Tara Sharil Sep 1, 2025

When Mostly Modern Festival (MMF) co-founders Victoria and Robert Patterson first proposed a new Arts Center in Saratoga Springs, they didn’t expect to be met with backlash from locals. ”We're going through all the proper…

Reviews

Summer Hoot 2025: It’s A Family Affair

Mickey Deneher Sep 1, 2025

The Summer Hoot was held on August 22 – 25, 2025, at the Ashokan Center in Olivebridge, N.Y. The center, nestled between the Esopus Creek and the rolling hills of Ashokan, offered the perfect backdrop for three days of music and arts.…

Show Reviews

Rain, Riffs and Revelation: Whiskey Myers and Tedeschi Trucks Band Take Over Syracuse

Pat Rogers Aug 31, 2025

On Thursday, August 28, Syracuse felt like a powder keg waiting to blow. The New York State Fair raged across the street. The neon glow of rides spun under electric skies. Lynyrd Skynyrd was ready to fire off their own southern anthems…

News Desk

First-ever “The Killa Comedy Show” Pits Comedy Stars and Musical Talents in Landmark Showcase

Tara Sharil Aug 31, 2025

Cam’ron, founding member of legendary ‘90s hip-hop group The Diplomats, will debut the first-ever “The Killa Comedy Show,” blending snappy comedy shows and thrilling live music performances. The show will feature a slate of seasoned…

State Fair

DJ Pauly D Pumps Up The Party At NYS Fair

Chris Sorendo Aug 31, 2025

If you thought the New York State Fair couldn't get any wilder, think again. DJ Pauly D rolled into town on Friday, August 29th, with his signature swagger, a stacked playlist, and enough energy to light up the entire fairgrounds. He…

Tour Announcements

Sphinx Organization Announces 2025-2026 Highlights

Kiera Tracy Aug 30, 2025

The Sphinx Organization, the leading non-profit devoted to the arts, has announced the highlights of its 2025-2026 season. Standouts include a national tour from the self-conducted string orchestra Sphinx Virtuosi (which will include its…

News

Nacre Dance Group Hosts Open Auditions for 2025-2026 Season

Tara Sharil Aug 30, 2025

Nacre Dance Group of Saratoga Springs will host an open audition for their upcoming dance season. With three unique performance opportunities across the 2025-2026 season, dancers will have the chance to collaborate with seasoned…

State Fair

In Focus: Carly Pearce at the NYS Fair

Allison Marie Aug 30, 2025

There was no better way to celebrate Women’s Day at the New York State Fair than with Carly Pearce on stage. From the first note, she pulled the crowd in with that crystal-clear voice of hers—the kind that cuts straight through the noise…

Tour Announcements

Playboi Carti Announces Homecoming To Brooklyn

Dylan Madden Aug 29, 2025

One of Hip Hop’s most influential and controversial artists, Playboi Carti, has announced his long awaited Antagonist Tour, slated to start this fall. Not only Carti, but also polarizing artists Ken Carson, Destroy Lonely Homixide Gang and…

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