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What a wonderful world it is for Queens' Louis Armstrong House Museum after winning the IMLS National Medal for Museums, the nation’s highest honor given to museums and libraries that demonstrate significant impact in their communities.…

Nestled in the picturesque rolling hills of Canandaigua, CMAC proved to be the perfect setting for an wonderful evening of music with Goose, the jam band phenomenon that has been capturing hearts and ears across the country.  As the sun…

On the heels of a performance in Saranac Lake this weekend, jam band stalwarts since 2008, Dopapod, have announced an indefinite hiatus, beginning at the end of 2024. The group also announced ‘Best Friends 2024’ Fall Tour dates, with…

The Chenango Blues Foundation has announced its Thursday summer concert series spanning from July 11th to August 29th at East Park in Downtown Norwich, NY, who will host free concerts every Thursday in the leadup to the Chenango Blues…

The Broadway Collection released their first ever documentary short film on June 6. Aimed at the travel industry, the short film emphasizes Broadway's importance to New York culture, proving no trip to NYC is complete without a trip to the…

Syracuse native Charley Orlando has released his newest single, "Slipstream." Featuring an easy-listening guitar melody accompanied by a hint of a folky/country twang, the song presents itself with a laid-back, calming presence to all…

Located right along the scenic Champlain Valley, sandwiched between New York and Vermont, lies the town of Crown Point, NY. The town is home to the recently renovated War Cannon Spirits, a bar and live music venue with a rich history and a…

Kommuna Lux, the acclaimed 'Odesa Urban Folk' band from Ukraine, is set to embark on a 30-city US charity tour this Summer, blending thrilling Klezmer and Ukrainian folk music to raise funds for humanitarian causes back home. …

On a balmy summer evening in Buffalo, the KeyBank Center buzzed with anticipation as legendary acts Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire took the stage for a night of soulful melodies and electrifying performances. The show, a…

One of the most intimate show venues in all of New York, The Yard Amphitheater at Ray Brothers BBQ in Bouckville, has announced its summer 2024 concert series lineup. With 2024 marking The Yard Amphitheater's 10th anniversary, a stop…