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Rochester born singer-songwriter, producer, and harpist Mikaela Davis has announced a solo and acoustic tour throughout the northeast, including four stops in New York State. Multi-talented vocalist, producer, songwriter, and…

The Great Salt City Blues Concert 8 has been announced for its annual return to Syracuse on December 26, this time at a new venue, the St. George Church Hall. The area’s best musicians will be paying tribute to the music of 4 Blues…

The iconic Second City Comic Institution announces the New York Comedy Festival's debut at their Brooklyn outpost. The festival lasts from Nov 8 to 17. Following the successful launch of The Second City New York earlier…

Powerful vocals, expressive dance, rousing instrumentals, moving testimonials, and stunning views of the city lights in Columbus Circle were in store for attendees of Josh Groban’s “Find Your Light” benefit concert for arts education. The…

In a statement posted to his official Instagram account, it has been announced that Phil Lesh has passed away at age 84. An innovator on the bass, beloved member of The Grateful Dead, and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Lesh’s career…

Multi-platinum Hip Hop artist Aloe Blacc has announced his upcoming three-night residency at the iconic Blue Note Jazz Club in NYC. This residency takes place from January 24 to 26, 2025, ahead of the release of his upcoming new album. …

"Keep Marching On"- the closing number’s titular command that beautifully presented the recurring theme of the evening at the “No Matter What We Sing Out For Freedom” concert on October 28 at the NYU Skirball Center. Presented by the…

Alternative/Reggae group Badfish have announced the "Gimme the Gold Tour 2025" which sees dates in Buffalo, Saratoga and Brooklyn in February. For nearly 25 years, Badfish have channeling the music and live performance of…

K-Pop global sensation SEVENTEEN delivered two unforgettable nights of captivating performances, stunning costume changes, and lighthearted antics to New York's own UBS Arena as a part of their SEVENTEEN World Tour, celebrating the…

Albany Symphony has announced a dazzling new program for the month of November which features outstanding and captivating works presented November 16 and 17. The concerts take place at Troy Savings Bank Music Hall. The November…