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Albany based indie-rock band Canella has dropped their newest single "Why Can't I?" off their upcoming full length album Can’t Make You Smile. Inspired by the sounds of 2000’s alt rock, Canella have established an electric presence…

One of the greatest British rock bands, The Kinks, announced that in celebration of 60 years as a group, they will be releasing The Journey, a two-part special anniversary anthology. The Kinks was formed in Muswell Hill, North…

Viagra Boys made a triumphant return to New York City on February 15 with the first of three straight sold-out shows at Elsewhere. Sebastian Murphy, irreverent as always, led the six-piece band through a pulsating set that included eight…

Two earthquake relief concerts for Turkey and Syria will be presented in New York venue Drom. Over thirty Turkish, Syrian, and local musicians will perform on February 18th and 19th. The tickets will be used for funding for…

Though The Boss is on tour right now hitting venues in the south, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band have promised a return up North. The band announced additional shows in 18 cities to round out their International tour, including at…

Young elite lyricist and producer Reuben Vincent announced the release of a new video for his soundtrack, “February 13th”. The soundtrack is from his recently released Jamla/Roc Nation debut album Love Is War. “February 13th”…

San Diego’s Chest Fever have announced their Freeze in the North Tour, with stops in New York on March 7th and 8th. The tour is a tribute to the legendary rock group The Band. With the blessing of Robbie Robertson and The Band,…

When TMZ first reported on February 12 that De La Soul's Dave "Trugoy the Dove" Jolicoeur had passed away, there was an outpouring of respect and support throughout social media. And for good reason, the 54-year-old Long Island native was…

Multi-platinum rock legend Bush performed at The Vine at Del Lago Resort & Casino with support from DEVORA for a sold-out concert. This was just one of the heavy-hitting concerts the venue has drawn in since the post-covid era, and it…

The historic Cohoes Music Hall has announced the addition of four new events to their events calendar. Comedians, magicians and musicians will add to Cohoes Music Hall's already diverse schedule, with something for audiences of all ages. …