NYS Music 202​1

Author: Ben Albert

  • Folkfaces Fest V Announces Daily Lineup for Darien Center

    Folkfaces have announced the lineup for their fifth annual edition of Folkfaces Fest V. 2021: A Folkface Odyssey will celebrate roots music, community, and culture in Western New York and beyond.

    This year’s festival features a space/alien theme “2021: a Folkface Odyssey,” riffing on Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey. Held over September 30 – October 3 at Cherry Hill Campground in Darien Center, NY, located in between Rochester and Buffalo, the event features camping, raffles, a film tent, bonfires, yoga, open jams and much more.

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    The lineup for Folkfaces Fest V includes Scott H Biram, JD Wilkes, Bruce Molsky, Folkfaces, Andy Cohen, Mike Gantzer, Subsoil, Dirty Blanket, The Ditrani Brothers, and many more!

    The venue for Folkfaces Fest V, Cherry Hill Campground, is a beautiful location with well-manicured grounds, including a fire ring and picnic table at each campsite. On-site, there is a bathhouse with flush toilets and showers, as well as multiple spigots with potable water throughout the grounds. Firewood, snacks, blankets, soft drinks, coffee, and many other supplies are available for sale at the Cherry Hill Campsite.

    The daily lineups can be found below. Tickets are available for purchase here for only $95. Kids under 12 are free and puppy passes are available for just $25. You’re in for a treat full of endless music, camping, workshops, raffles, food vendors, artists, dancing, beer, artists, and more! Stay up on all new information via the Facebook Event here, and get out to Darien Center for the kickoff on September 30th.

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  • Ready For Takeoff: The Heron Summer Series 2021

    Everyone knows New York State Music loves The Heron campground in Sherman, NY. Whether we’re attending The Great Blue Heron Music Festival, Night Lights, The Slyboots Circus, or any other event, there is something for everyone in their summer series, every year.

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  • Anthony Siciliano Chats About Head To The Roots’ New Album “Seeker” on Rochester Groovecast

    Episode 122 of the Rochester Groovecast Podcast highlights a returning guest, Anthony Siciliano of “Head To The Roots.”

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    From high energy stomp to mellow campfire acoustic, Head to the Roots is the music mind-child of Anthony Siciliano. Anthony pulls at the roots of folk, blues, rock and reggae music. The fabric of his songwriting is both thought-provoking and playful, woven with themes of life exploration, travel, and love, while carrying undertones of spirituality and human coalescence.

    From the main stage at Rochester’s beloved Cornhill Arts Festival to stages spanning across the Northeast, and New England, Anthony has shared his music in New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. In the midst of his musical career, Siciliano has shared the stage with members of Twiddle, and has played with members of The Buddhahood, and Multibird.

    Since September 2020, Head to the Roots has evolved into its mightiest form yet, with joining members Chris Palace (drums) and Drew Rosenberg (bass and keys) bringing power and groove to this newforming trio. Aside from live performance, Anthony continues to write, produce and release original music, where April 2021 marks the horizon line for a brand new album release.”

    In this episode, host, Ben Albert, and Anthony Siciliano discuss what’s happened this past year, most importantly, Head To The Roots’ new album, “Seeker.”

    During the podcast, the boys isten to and discuss two brand new tracks, “Seeker” and “Flower City!” Keep in touch with Head To The Roots on their website.

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    At Rochester Groovecast, the mantra “We’re Fans First!” harnesses the belief that the best businesses are built by fans. The podcast is deeply dedicated to playing an active role in the culture of its local scene.

    The brainchild of Rochester native, Ben Albert, was created in 2016 to serve as a portfolio of the city, and nowadays, the entire region.

    The podcast believes in the artistic brilliance abundant in Rochester, NY, and the surrounding regions. Ben seeks to play a pivotal role in our community by helping give Rochester a well-earned voice. He has seen firsthand the abundance of talent, character, creativity, innovation, and beauty the Flower City has continuously offered.

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  • Sally Louise discusses her new album, ” ” on The Rochester Groovecast Podcast.

    Episode 121 of the Rochester Groovecast Podcast showcases the captivating Sally Louise.

    “Opera singer-turned-indie singer-songwriter Sally Drutman seemed to appear as a sudden apparition last July when she released her dream-like first single “Milky Blue” as Sally Louise. Less than a year later, Louise has wasted no time in expanding her stylistic palette across a sprawling collection of 10 self-possessed songs with “My Hands Are On Fire,” available via Desert Flower Records…” “

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    Her vocal sincerity and technical skill seize the spotlight.”-Daniel J. Kushner of City Newspaper “Here lyric writing is powerful and her vocals are stunning.”-Prism Reviews In this episode, host, Ben Albert, and Louise dive deep into performance, practice, marketing, and everything LOVE of music! The best part, we listen to two of Sally’s most popular singles, “I Won’t Call Your Bluff” and “Never Be The Same Again!”  

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    At Rochester Groovecast, the mantra “We’re Fans First!” harnesses the belief that the best businesses are built by fans. The podcast is deeply dedicated to playing an active role in the culture of its local scene.

    The brainchild of Rochester native, Ben Albert, was created in 2016 to serve as a portfolio of the city, and nowadays, the entire region.

    The podcast believes in the artistic brilliance abundant in Rochester, NY, and the surrounding regions. Ben seeks to play a pivotal role in our community by helping give Rochester a well-earned voice. He has seen first hand the abundance of talent, character, creativity, innovation, and beauty the Flower City has continuously offered. Listen to all episodes of the show:

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  • Deco and The Dusters “Get Dusted” On The Rochester Groovecast Podcast

    In episode 120 of the Rochester Groovecast Podcast, folk group Deco & The Dusters premiers two new tracks off their upcoming EP, Get Dusted.

    Deco & The Dusters are “wholesome original lyrics vocalized with attitude in a unique blend of Rock, Country, Blues and Irish Folk.” Two members of the group, Declan “Deco” Banko and Ignatius Marino came on The Rochester Groovecast Podcast to discuss their new tracks. 

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    At Rochester Groovecast, the mantra “We’re Fans First!” harnesses the belief that the best businesses are built by fans. The podcast is deeply dedicated to playing an active role in the culture of its local scene.

    The brainchild of Rochester native, Ben Albert, was created in 2016 to serve as a portfolio of the city, and nowadays, the entire region.

    The podcast believes in the artistic brilliance abundant in Rochester, NY, and the surrounding regions. Ben seeks to play a pivotal role in our community by helping give Rochester a well-earned voice. He has seen first hand the abundance of talent, character, creativity, innovation, and beauty the Flower City has continuously offered. Listen to all episodes of the show:

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  • Ithaca’s Mosaic Foundation Premiere Their New Album, “Unity Is Dub”

    In episode 119 of the Rochester Groovecast Podcast, Ithaca’s Mosaic Foundation premiers two tracks off their new album, Unity Is Dub.

    International roots reggae group Mosaic Foundation sits down with Rochester Groovecast to discuss their brand new album, Unity Is Dub!  During the episode, we listen to two tracks for the very first time, “Love For All” and “Door of No Return.” 

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    At Rochester Groovecast, the mantra “We’re Fans First!” harnesses the belief that the best businesses are built by fans. The podcast is deeply dedicated to playing an active role in the culture of its local scene.

    The brainchild of Rochester native, Ben Albert, was created in 2016 to serve as a portfolio of the city, and nowadays, the entire region.

    The podcast believes in the artistic brilliance abundant in Rochester, NY, and the surrounding regions. Ben seeks to play a pivotal role in our community by helping give Rochester a well-earned voice. He has seen first hand the abundance of talent, character, creativity, innovation, and beauty the Flower City has continuously offered. Listen to all episodes of the show:

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  • Rochester’s Hollowell Discuss Their New Single “Don’t Care”

    Episode 118 of the Rochester Groovecast Podcast highlights the new single by Hollowell, “Don’t Care.”

    Hollowell, formerly Astraea, is an original female-fronted alternative rock band from Rochester, NY. Their inspirations draw from 90’s/early 2000s.

    Episode 118 of The Rochester Groovecast podcast is an intimate chat and “Don’t Care” listening party.

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    At Rochester Groovecast, the mantra “We’re Fans First!” harnesses the belief that the best businesses are built by fans. The podcast is deeply dedicated to playing an active role in the culture of its local scene.

    The brainchild of Rochester native, Ben Albert, was created in 2016 to serve as a portfolio of the city, and nowadays, the entire region.

    The podcast believes in the artistic brilliance abundant in Rochester, NY, and the surrounding regions. Ben seeks to play a pivotal role in our community by helping give Rochester a well-earned voice. He has seen first hand the abundance of talent, character, creativity, innovation, and beauty the Flower City has continuously offered.

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  • Zahyia Gets Deep on Her New Track, “Why Love”

    Episode 117 of the Rochester Groovecast Podcast highlights the new single from Zahyia, “Why Love.”

    Zahyia Rolle’s out of Rochester, NY, has a new solo project, ‘Zahyia‘. She is “an eclectic blend of everything. Musically reflecting the light and stories of all.” Episode 117 of The Rochester Groovecast podcast is an intimate chat and “Why Love” listening party.

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    At Rochester Groovecast, the mantra “We’re Fans First!” harnesses the belief that the best businesses are built by fans. The podcast is deeply dedicated to playing an active role in the culture of its local scene.

    The brainchild of Rochester native, Ben Albert, was created in 2016 to serve as a portfolio of the city, and nowadays, the entire region.

    The podcast believes in the artistic brilliance abundant in Rochester, NY, and the surrounding regions. Ben seeks to play a pivotal role in our community by helping give Rochester a well-earned voice. He has seen first hand the abundance of talent, character, creativity, innovation, and beauty the Flower City has continuously offered.

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  • An Afternoon Cocktail with Amanda Ashley and Rochester Groovecast

    Episode 116 of the Rochester Groovecast Podcast is a re-stream of Rochester Groovecast founder, Ben Albert, featured on the Afternoon Cocktail Talk show, hosted by Amanda Ashley.

    Afternoon Cocktail Talk Show is a wellness-based show featuring live performances and candid interviews with National and International Singer-songwriters, entrepreneurs, and various noteworthy causes. Through a collection of perspectives, Afternoon Cocktail delivers inspirational, educational, and thought-provoking entertainment that encourages awareness, self-care, kindness, and mental wellness.

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    In episode 56 of Afternoon Cocktail, “Facing The Music,” Afternoon Cocktail host, Amanda Ashley interviews Courtney Whitehead of Bison Bone, and Ben Albert of Rochester Groovecast.

    Bison Bone is an Americana Rock and Roll band from Denver, CO. The band is a little bit country, a little bit rock & roll, and fully led by the boisterous singer/songwriter Courtney Whitehead. The veneer of their “Americana Rock & Roll band” description doesn’t seem to phase the group, as is apparent in their newest album, Find Your Way Out. Whitehead has unabashedly embraced the spirit of the aforementioned term, almost to the point of mockery.

    The Denver-based band seems fully aware of the connotations surrounding surface level labels and uses it to their advantage by tricking listeners into thinking they are listening to something they are not. It would be easy to think Bison Bone is just another simplistic Americana band, but this is not the case. – Bandwagon Mag 2020

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    00:00: Rochester Groovecast Episode Intro

    02:32: Afternoon Cocktail Episode Intro

    04:00: Amanda’s conversation with Bison Bone and Bison Bone Live Performance

    29:09:  Amanda’s conversation with Ben Albert of Rochester Groovecast

    48:09: One more live track by Bison Bone

    51:41: Episode Conclusion

    At Rochester Groovecast, the mantra “We’re Fans First!” harnesses the belief that the best businesses are built by fans. The podcast is deeply dedicated to playing an active role in the culture of its local scene.

    The brainchild of Rochester native, Ben Albert, was created in 2016 to serve as a portfolio of the city, and nowadays, the entire region.

    The podcast believes in the artistic brilliance abundant in Rochester and the surrounding regions. Ben seeks to play a pivotal role in our community by helping give Rochester a well-earned voice. He has seen first hand the abundance of talent, character, creativity, innovation, and beauty the Flower City has continuously offered.

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  • Stereo Nest Livestream Premier on Rochester Groovecast

    Episode 115 of Rochester Groovecast features a live stream performance with Stereo Nest brainchild, Collin Jones. Stereo Nest is cerebral dance music featuring Live Electronic Loops and in this episode, we listen to a full live stream set! 

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    00:31: Conversation with Collin and Ben

    11:45: Livestream Performance by Stereo Nest

    01:01:15: Conversation Concluded

    01:11:13: Behind The Scenes

    At Rochester Groovecast, the mantra “We’re Fans First!” harnesses the belief that the best businesses are built by fans. The podcast is deeply dedicated to playing an active role in the culture of its local scene.

    The brainchild of Rochester native, Ben Albert, was created in 2016 to serve as a portfolio of the city, and nowadays, the entire region.

    The podcast believes in the artistic brilliance abundant in Rochester, NY, and the surrounding regions. Ben seeks to play a pivotal role in our community by helping give Rochester a well-earned voice. He has seen first hand the abundance of talent, character, creativity, innovation, and beauty the Flower City has continuously offered.

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