Rochester

Alternative-rock band Acid Dad made a stop in Rochester at Bug Jar on Tuesday, October 5, as part of their Fall 2021 tour. Many avid fans gathered in the well-renowned venue to see the group perform. Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty …

Steve Vai has announced a tour with multiple stops in New York starting in January of 2022. The tour will have 54 stops across the country.  Steve Vai is an american guitarist, composer, singer, songwriter, and producer who is known…

Indie rock band Japanese Breakfast returned to Rochester on August 3. Earlier this year, Japanese Breakfast released their newest album Jubilee. This textured and imaginative album brought even more joy when the songs were performed…

Live music has taken over Rochester's Public Market once again. The annual "Bands on the Bricks" concert series has made a comeback with a lineup of popular tribute bands and local groups, beginning July 16. The Rochester Public…

Mac Sabbath is returning to the road in late August to bring America another heaping helping of unhealthy – but irresistible - Drive Thru Metal. Their 2021 Pop-Up-Drive-Thru Tour will feature The Outlaw Mariachi, Speedealer and Lung on…

Acclaimed Utica-based guitarist and songwriter Joe Bonamassa has announced an extensive 33 tour dates for fall 2021. Bonamassa's latest project, a live album entitled Now Serving: Royal Tea Live From The Ryman, comes out Friday, June 11. …

Wondering where and how you can get your 2021 Pride on throughout New York this summer? With COVID-19 ever looming in the background, NYS Music has you covered. Between in person events and virtual celebrations, celebrating Pride with live…

Losers Club are making their label-debut on Substream Records with a new single called "Fux W/ Ur Head," set for release on March 5th, 2021. The duet's emo-rock sound is crafted by frontman Nate Blasdell, known for his role as lead…

Just as we were losing hope in live music and festivals, it looks like there is a light at the end of the tunnel. The Rochester International Jazz Festival is in the planning stages for their nineteenth edition which will be hosted on the…

Saint Free, also known as Bradley Freedman, picked up his first guitar at age 12. He always had a love for music, especially after watching his uncle and cousins play guitar. After getting the courage to perform in a school talent show, he…