NYS Music 20​15

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  • Of Mice and Men’s Austin Carlile Hospitalized

    Austin Carlile — singer for Of Mice & Men — was hospitalized for undisclosed reasons forcing the band to cancel the remaining dates of the “Full Circle Tour” in San Diego and Mexico City.

    austin carlileThe band released the following statement on the situation.

    “Austin Carlile was admitted to a hospital yesterday morning, and, per doctor’s orders, has been kept in overnight for evaluation. The band regrets not being able to perform for their fans and hopes to be back in [San Diego and Mexico City] as soon as possible.

    “Refunds for both shows will be available at point of purchase. However, Of Mice & Men are planning to reschedule both shows for a later date in the year. We will have more news on this in the coming weeks and tickets holders are welcome to retain their tickets, as they will remain valid for these rescheduled dates.”

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  • K-Rockathon 20th Anniversary Lineup Boast Some Big Names

    Central New York are you ready? It’s time to put the rumor’s to rest and see which bands held up and which bands we just in fact rumor’s. So finally, Syracuse’s K-Rock has announced the line-up for their 20th Anniversary edition of K-Rockathon, which will take place on Saturday July 25th, at the Chevy Court located inside the NYS Fairgrounds.

    Some bands leaked the date early, confirming that they would in fact be on the show, just to have their post on social media sites taken down ten minutes later. The week leading up to the announcement, opener’s for the show confirmed on their social media sites that they would be there without it disappearing minutes later.

    So without any further ado, here are the eleven bands will make up the 20th Anniversary lineup.  Shinedown will headline the anniversary mega show that will also include Breaking Benjamin, Adelitas Way,  N.Y’s own In This Moment,  Nothing More, Trapt, We Are Harlot, Shaman’s Harvest, Sons Of Texas,  Fit For Rivals and Revolve. I would look for another band to be added to the line-up down the line to round it out at twelve bands.K Rock Official Lineup Poster

    Now let’s hope for a bigger security presence, more food vendors than beer vendors, a cleaning crew to monitor garbage thrown about the area and finally the ability to keep the plastic cap to your water bottle this year!

    Tickets will go on sale on Saturday June 13. They will go fast!

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  • Dozens of Drug Arrests at Sterling Stage FolkFest

    Several dozen people were arrested on drug charges as part of a police sting. The 11th annual Sterling Stage FolkFest ran through Memorial Day Weekend, May 21-25 and featured Ryan Montbleau Band, among others. In all outside the venue, there were nine drug arrests for criminal possession of a controlled substance, one DWI arrest, 21 pot possession arrests and 87 vehicle and traffic violation tickets issued.

    Inside the venue, undercover police arrested 10 people for possessing or selling a controlled substance and four people for selling marijuana.

    State police held a press conference Tuesday to announce the results of the drug sting, which was aided by the Oswego County Drug Task Force, the Oswego County Sheriff’s Office, the Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office, ICE, the Oswego County District Attorney’s Office, and the Cayuga County District Attorney’s Office.

    Festival Producer Eric McElveen told Syracuse.com that the people who were arrested are people he doesn’t want at his event and he’s glad they’re gone, calling them bad apples.

    About 1,500 people attended FolkFest. Tickets for the festival cost up to $70, and overnight camping is included in every ticket.

    Sterling Stage has three more festivals scheduled this summer, the next being a 20-Year Anniversary Party headlined by Max Creek July 2-5.

  • 2015 Rockin’ on the River Lineup Announced

    North Tonawanda’s annual Rockin on the River series lineup has been announced for 2015.

    Kicking things off this year is Toronto’s USS (Ubiquitous Synergy Seeker) – a two man alternative dance music/EDM group on July 10. July 17 will feature the dub/reggae beats of SOJA along with Rochester’s Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad, North Tonawanda’s hottest groove rock export Aqueous, and Buffao’s Skyepilot. Rochester native and jukebox hero Lou Gramm will bring a slew of Foreigner hits and solo material to town July 31.  The series will end in a totally epic manner as Gov’t Mule’s Warren Haynes stops into town with friends and collaborators Railroad Earth.

    All shows are free, all ages and held at Gratwick Park. Those that want a closeup experience with some extra amenities can opt for VIP passes that go on sale June 20. Nearby parking is available for $5. Check out the full schedule below.

    North Tonawanda Rockin’ on the River 2015 

    July 10 – USS w/ special guests to be announced
    July 17 – SOJA w/ Aqueous, Giant Panda, and Skyepilot
    July 31 – Lou Gramm w/ Radio9, Magone, and Famous Fred and the Creatures Unknown
    Aug 7 – Warren Haynes w/ Railroad Earth and The Jeremy Hoyle Band

  • Skinless ‘Only The Ruthless Remain’ Full Album Stream

    On the eve of its official release, Decibel Magazine has a full album stream of Skinless Only The Ruthless Remain in its entirety.

    skinlessFeaturing their iconic, late ’90s lineup of founding guitarist Noah Carpenter, vocalist Sherwood Webber, bassist Joe Keyser and drummer Bob Beaulac, with the recent addition of second guitarist, Dave Matthews, Only The Ruthless Remain marks the band’s first proper full-length offering in nearly a decade and has been reaping the adulation of critics both stateside and abroad.

    Stream the album here. 

    Check out the video for album’s namesake track, “Skinless.”


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  • Is Korn Going Country?

    Johnathan Davis of Korn has worked on many music projects in the past which involved many different genres and styles of music, so why not try his hand at country? That’s right, Davis is shedding his black clothes and bag pipes for some cowboy jeans a red scarf and a rope. Well maybe not, but Davis is currently in the studio working on a ‘country music project’ with country superstars Big & Rich. Davis posted this photo on his Instagram.

    Working with Big and Rich on a country music project #Bakersfieldsound

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  • Stoops out, Sasser in as Kung Fu Keyboardist

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    In a shocking statement, funk group Kung Fu announced that the band and founding member/keyboardist Todd Stoops have parted ways, and that Beau Sasser, of the Alan Evans Trio and Beau Sasser’s Escape Plan, will be his replacement.

    Stoops co-founded the band in 2009, and Kung Fu has been a staple of the festival circuit ever since, with a unique blend of psychedelic funk, high-energy rock and jazz.

    Here is the band’s official statement:

    Change is exciting, challenging, and a constant part of life. It is the process of evolution and growth. We do our best to embrace change in our lives and the music we play, and it is in this spirit that we announce that Kung Fu and Todd Stoops are parting ways.

    Todd is our brother, a brilliant musician, and composer. This decision has been difficult for everyone involved. We wish Todd nothing but the very best for his family, his musical endeavors, and we are grateful for everything he has contributed as a founding member of Kung Fu.

    We would like to give a gigantic welcome to Beau Sasser as our new keyboardist. Beau is most notable for his work with Alan Evans Trio, Melvin Sparks, Beau Sasser’s Escape Plan, The Z3, Uncle Sammy, Ryan Montbleau and more. He is a beast of a different flavor on keys, with incredible song writing skills, and we are very excited to have him on the Kung Fu team. With Beau on board, we know that Kung Fu will continue to be one of the best live bands on the scene.

    We would like to thank you, our loyal and dedicated fans, for your continued support! We can’t wait to see you this summer!

    Peace, Love and Music-

    The Ninjas

    Stoops took to Facebook to issue his own statement, seeming to tell a bit of a different story. It appears the band kicked him out via email, and that it may not have been a mutual decision:

    Dearest Family, Friends, and Fans,

    This is tough, but here goes…

    It has been the utmost honor to have performed for all of you with Kung Fu for the past 5+ years. I have experienced some of the greatest highs of my life onstage with the band that I co-founded, and I consider myself one of the luckiest humans alive to have been able to share that energy with all of you.

    From the bottom of my heart, thank you…

    After an incredible run out to the midwest for sets at SummerCamp and Revival, I came home to an email Tuesday from the rest of the band informing me that I was being replaced. Effective immediately.

    Needless to say, it was as shocking to me Tuesday afternoon as it must be to all of you reading this now…

    I can only wish the best for the remaining members of Kung Fu as they continue their journey. They are good musicians. With only two original members remaining, I’m excited to hear the evolution of that collective.

    Moving forward….. 

    I have always kept a commitment to myself to perform with as many different artists and projects as possible. Always with the intent of broadening my musical vocabulary, personal growth, and most importantly, learning from everyone I have had the opportunity of performing with.

    I fully intend on continuing this mission.

    Much love!!
    Todd Stoops

    ‪#‎emailbreakupssuck‬ ‪#‎imwithstoops‬

    NYSMusic.com has reached out to Stoops and the band’s management for comment.

  • Steely Dan To Play Eight Shows at NYC’s Beacon Theatre

    Steely Dan has announced their latest Beacon Theatre residency  which will take place for eight nights.  The shows start on Oct. 6 and ends on the 17.

    These nights will include Steely Dan performing their whole 1977 album Aja and 1980 album Gaucho with a few select hits. There will also be two nights focusing on their greatest hits such as “Do it Again”, “Reelin In The Years”, “Rikki Don’t Lose That Number.” Fans will be able to help pick the set list on October 16.

    steely-dan-4e3964bcbca76An AMEX pre-sale runs May 28 – June 4 before tickets go on sale to the general public June 5. Multi-night ticket packages will be available.

    Steely Dan Beacon Residency 2015

    10/6 – Aja – Plus Selected Hits
    10/7 – Greatest Hits
    10/9 – Gaucho – Plus Selected Hits
    10/10 – Royal Scam – Plus Selected Hits
    10/13 – Aja – Plus Selected Hits
    10/14 – Greatest Hits
    10/16 – By Popular Demand
    10/17 – “The Most Unforgettable Night of Whatever – Featuring Spectacular Musical Guests, Glorious Tunes and Riffage, and Whatever the Party Calls for! Parking Validated for First Dozen Diehard Fans”

  • The Church and The Psychedelic Furs Announce 2015 Tour

    Post-punk romantics The Church released their 21st studio album album, Further/Deeper late last year and are bringing 35 years of recordings to North America on a co-headlining tour with art rock stalwarts The Psychedelic Furs. The Church recently premiered the first video from their newest album, Laurel Canyon , it’s thick and lush with layered acoustics, synths and harmonies, reminiscent of their huge hit, “Under The Milky Way” from 1988.

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    photo by Malcolm Viles

    The Psychedelic Furs are practically a perfect match for the tour and will be joining The Church on many of the dates. They’re also touring the east coast in May by themselves. Richard Butler, along with his brother Tim, still maintain their uncanny ability to write songs pleasing to the ear, while questioning their subject. Surfacing in the wake of punk rock, their melodious and thoughtful material sometimes put them in the category of a synth band, but don’t be confused – even if you still love “Love My Way”, don’t forget “Pretty In Pink” – that was inspiration for the 1986 John Hughes film of the same name.

    Much more on the upcoming tours on their websites – The Church, The Psychedelic Furs.

    Here is the northeast leg of The Church’s upcoming itinerary. Dates with an asterisk indicate The Psychedelic Furs will also play.

    Aug. 7: Toronto, Ontario (The Danforth)
    Aug. 8: Buffalo, NY (Town Ballroom) *
    Aug. 9: Silver Springs, MD (The Fillmore) *
    Aug. 11: New Haven, CT (College Street Music Hall) *
    Aug. 12: Albany, NY (Northern Lights) *
    Aug. 13: Hampton Beach, NH (Hampton Beach Casino) *
    Aug. 14: Portland, ME (The Asylum)
    Aug. 15: Philadelphia, PA (Keswick Theater) *
    Aug. 16: Hyannis, MA (Cape Cod Melody Tent) *
    Aug. 18: New York, NY (Irving Plaza) *
    Aug. 19: Westbury, NY (Theater at Westbury) *
    Aug. 21: Pittsburgh, PA (Altar Bar)

  • Coal Chamber And Fear Factory Join Forces For Tour

    Hot off their brand new album Rivals, there is no rest for the wicked as Coal Chamber continue its next tour on US soil, and this time, industrial metallers Fear Factory will co-headline with them.  Special guest on this tour will be Devil You Know (featuring Howard Jones former singer of Killswitch Engage) on select dates.  On other select dates Jasta, the solo project of Hatebreed frontman Jamey Jasta (which he rarely brings on the road) will be given a slot to play.  Saint Ridley and Madlife will be opening every date.  The tour starts in Tucson, AZ on July 24 and ends in Santa Ana, CA on Aug. 22.  The tour includes three stops in New York State including Aug. 8 at Rochester’s Water Street Music Hall, Aug. 11 at New York City’s Irving Plaza, and Aug. 12 at Poughkeepsie’s The Chance Theater. On those dates Jasta will be the select band appearing.

    In other related news, bassist Tony Campos (Soulfly, Prong, Attika 7, Static-X, etc.) has joined Fear Factory and exited Soulfly earlier this month.  Fear Factory’s full lineup has not been revealed.

    Tickets for these shows are expected to be on sale May 22.

    Coal Chamber/Fear Factory 2015 Tour

    Jul. 24 – Tucson, AZ – Rialto Theatre
    Jul. 25 – Albuquerque, NM – Sunshine Theater
    Jul. 26 – El Paso, TX – Tricky Falls
    Jul. 28 – San Antonio, TX – Alamo City Music Hall
    Jul. 29 – Dallas, TX – Gas Monkey
    Jul. 30 – Lawrence, KS – Granada
    Jul. 31 – Sauget, IL – Pop’s
    Aug. 01 – Cincinnati, OH – Bogart’s
    Aug. 02 – Chattanooga, TN – Track 29
    Aug. 03 – Asheville, NC – The Orange Peel
    Aug. 04 – Columbia, SC – Music Farm
    Aug. 06 – Chicago, IL – Concord Music Hall
    Aug. 08 – Rochester, NY – Water Street Music Hall
    Aug. 10 – London, ON – London Music Hall
    Aug. 11 – New York, NY – Irving Plaza
    Aug. 12 – Poughkeepsie, NY – The Chance
    Aug. 15 – Philadelphia, PA – Underground Arts
    Aug. 16 – Cleveland, OH – Agora
    Aug. 18 – Lincoln, NE – Bourbon Theatre
    Aug. 19 – Denver, CO – The Summit Music Hall
    Aug. 20 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Complex
    Aug. 21 – Las Vegas, NV – Brooklyn Bowl
    Aug. 22 – Santa Ana, CA – The Observatory