Author: Matthew Perez Gin

  • Brasstracks Releases New EP ‘Welcome Back’, Confirm Headline Tour Dates With NYC Stop

    Welcome Back, a brand new EP from Grammy award-winning duo Brasstracks is out now. The new EP marks a creative rebirth for Brasstracks, who are starting anew as they release their forthcoming EP independently.

    Brooklyn-based Brasstracks was co-founded by Ivan Jackson and Conor Rayne while studying jazz at New York’s Manhattan School of Music. Since forming in 2014, the duo has become one of music’s most in-demand horn/percussion duos, collaborating with the likes of Harry Styles, Anderson .Paak, Khalid, Mark Ronson, and Wyclef Jean. In 2016, Brasstracks produced Chance The Rapper’s hit single “No Problem,” which subsequently led to Grammy Wins for “Best Rap Performance” as well as “Best Rap Album” due to their contributions to Coloring Book.

    In conjunction with the recent release, Brasstracks confirms an extensive run of headline fall tour dates with emerging artist TOBi. The run of North American performances kicks off in Chicago on September 30 and includes shows at New York’s Irving Plaza, Los Angeles’ The Fonda Theatre, Boston’s Paradise Rock Club, San Francisco’s Regency Ballroom, Denver’s Ogden Theatre, DC’s Union Stage and more. See below for the full tour routing. 

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    “In the past couple months, we went through a big shift. We got vaccinated. We announced our first live in person show since November 2019. And we became independent artists again. To celebrate all of these things, we wanted to put out some music that hits home and makes you feel good. Some of the stuff that our audience has grown to know us for, with a little twist… These songs are just the start and featured vocalists Cait [Harris] and Cookie are superstars that we’re so excited to introduce to you. We have a lot of music to get off our hard drives this year. We’ve been quiet enough, so it’s time to make some noise. You can call this our entrance music.”

    Brasstracks co-founder Ivan Jackson

    Brasstracks has once again made their mark in music with “Welcome Back” and they are promising fans more independent projects soon. Both nostalgic and exhilarating, this latest EP presents feel-good tracks alongside talented emerging vocalists. Be sure to listen to and share the EP HERE and watch and share an accompanying video below:


    Brasstracks Live Tour Dates + Locations

    September 30—Chicago, IL—Bottom Lounge*
    October 01—Minneapolis, MN—Fine Line Music Cafe*
    October 02—Kansas City, MO—Record Bar*
    October 05—Denver, CO—Ogden Theatre*
    October 06—Boulder, CO—Fox Theatre*
    October 07—Salt Lake City, UT—Metro Music Hall*
    October 09—Portland, OR—Wonder Ballroom*
    October 10—Seattle, WA—El Corazon*
    October 12—San Francisco, CA—Regency Ballroom*
    October 13—Santa Cruz, CA—The Catalyst Atrium*
    October 15—Los Angeles, CA—The Fonda Theatre*
    October 16—Anaheim, CA—House of Blues Anaheim*
    October 17—San Diego, CA—Music Box*
    October 27—Washington, DC—Union Stage*
    October 28—Philadelphia, PA—The Foundry at The Fillmore*
    October 29—New York, NY—Irving Plaza*
    October 30—Boston, MA—Paradise Rock Club*
    
    *w/ TOBi 
  • Robert Walter Drops First Two Tracks from ‘Better Feathers’ Digital 45 Series

    Robert Walter shares “Or Else” and “Franklin,” the first two songs from his Better Feathers series, in which the acclaimed keyboardist rolls out six new “digital 45s” via Royal Potato Family. Each release will feature two singles for a total of 12 tracks to be issued from now through October. 

    Rather than making the more obvious quiet, introspective music, the focus instead turned to my nostalgia for sweaty bars and crowded dance floors. Somewhere during the process, tracks began floating back and forth to friends like Stanton Moore (Galactic), Craig Brodhead (Turkuaz), Chris Stillwell (The Greyboy Allstars), Jake Najor, John Kimock and Mike Gordon (Phish) to add their own parts remotely.

    Robert Walter

    Written and recorded entirely from home during quarantine in 2020 and 2021, Robert immersed himself in the writing and recording process as a way to remain creative and fend off boredom while faced with a year of no live shows. According to Walter, the title Better Feathers comes from the idea of birds molting — shedding their old, worn-out feathers for new, better ones.

    “Or Else,” is the first of the two tracks released in the series. The song features Robert Walter‘s frequent collaborator, New Orleans drummer Stanton Moore and Turkuaz guitarist Craig Brodhead. “It was influenced by early ’80s dance records by artists like Grace Jones and Chic,” says Walter. The clean melody is inspired by dub melodica explorations and the breakthrough work of Augustus Pablo to create “pure topical funk and summer vibes.” The tune was the first track Walter wrote and curated for the sessions.

    Robert Walter – Photo by Julia Mordaunt

    It was time to shift gears and think of the situation as a positive and not a negative; an unexpected abundance of time to emerge with something of value… The music is influenced by the methods. In the absence of working with a group, the focus turned to overdubbing layers of sound. Inspirations were found by digging into late 70s NYC dance music, dub reggae, archaic blues, Krautrock, jazz, and funk.

    Robert Walter on his creative process during COVID-19 quarantining

    The “b-side” is “Franklin” named after Walter‘s elementary school alongside memories of his younger self. Once again, Stanton Moore joins on drums, adding an especially spare and funky beat.

    Photo by Rene Huemer via robertwalter.com

    There was a certain time during the mid-’70s where it seemed like everything in pop culture was funky. Saturday morning cartoons, television commercials, and most of the music on the radio had absorbed (and sometimes bastardized) the sounds of James Brown, Sly Stone, and the Jackson 5

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    Robert Walter’s Better Feathers Digital 45 Release Schedule

    The Better Feathers series continues in late July with the release of “Saucerman” featuring Phish bassist Mike Gordon and “Devices of Similar Size” with Stanton Moore once again on drums. Find the schedule below:

    "Saucermen" (w/ Mike Gordon)
    "Devices Of Similar Size" (w/ Stanton Moore)
    Release Date: July 21, 2021
    
    "Bloodstar" (w/ Craig Brodhead)
    "Better Feathers" (w/ Stanton Moore)
    Release Date: August 18, 2021
    
    "Security" (w/ John Kimock)
    "It's Not What's"
    Release Date: September 1, 2021
    
    "Wet From The Press" (w/ Jake Najor)
    "Feeder, Doctor, Talker" (w/ Jake Najor & Chris Stillwell)
    Release Date: September 22, 2021
    
    "Hellhound" (w/ Chris Stillwell)
    "Loomis"
    Release Date: October 27, 2021

    Until then, isten to and share “Franklin” and “Or Else” below on his Spotify as well as other streaming services accessible HERE

  • HeadCount Launches ‘Save The Vote!’ – 50 State Cultural And Action Campaign To Support Voting Rights

    On the 50th anniversary of 18-20-year-olds granted the right to vote via the 26th Amendment, non-profit voter registration organization HeadCount launched Save The Vote!, an interactive campaign to encourage young Americans and cultural leaders to speak out for voting rights.

    Save The Vote! is the first national campaign HeadCount will run specifically on voter rights. It is founded on their core values statement: “Elections should be fair, accessible, and trustworthy.”

    Dozens of musicians and cultural leaders will participate, with many directly calling their own elected officials and capturing those moments on social media videos. Lil Dicky, Big Freedia, Dead and Company, Ministry, Michael Franti, Kam Franklin of The Suffers, Shah, and Amy Lee of Evanescence are among the many HeadCount supporters who are using their own platforms to Save the Vote! 

    The Save The Vote! campaign aims to connect new or first-time activists to their power as citizens by contacting lawmakers about voting rights. Entertainers including Lil Dicky, Big Freedia, Dead & Company, and Amy Lee of Evanescence are among dozens supporting the campaign

    The campaign hits on July 1, the same day that a divided Supreme Court ruled to uphold restrictive voting laws in Arizona. That came just days after the For The People Act — a Federal bill to protect voting rights — was stalled by a filibuster in the U.S. Senate. Meanwhile, 389 restrictive bills in 48 states have been introduced by state lawmakers to limit voting rights. Save the Vote! keys in on those state-by-state battles.

    “50 years ago, our country gave electoral power to the youth vote at a time when we knew their voices could no longer be silenced,” said Andy Bernstein, HeadCount’s executive director, “and today, we are bringing young Americans and their favorite musicians into the national conversation about voting rights.”

    At HeadCount.org/SaveTheVote, users will find a listing of what’s happening in all 50 states. To access that information they first play a little guessing game, predicting where their state ranks in how easy it is to vote. Then — after selecting their state on an interactive map — they’ll learn about pending or recently passed voting legislation in their home state. Visitors can also learn about how voting rights impact specific nonpartisan issues such as Criminal Justice, Racism and Discrimination, Jobs and the Economy, and LGBTQ+ rights.

    Save the Vote! marks an extension of HeadCount’s work beyond voter registration and Get Out the Vote activities. Save the Vote! will also be integrated into HeadCount’s hallmark field program, as volunteers speak with concert and festival-goers at events like Peach Fest, Newport Folk Festival, Bonnaroo, Bass Canyon, Louder than Life, Ohana Festival, Lost Lands Festival, and tours by Dead & Company and Dave Matthews Band.

  • Four Long Island Seniors Named 2021 Long Island Music Hall Scholars

    The Long Island Music Hall of Fame has announced the awarding of its 2021 student scholarships. This year LIMHOF acknowledged four students with the $500 Distinction in Music award for their accomplishments.

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    This year’s winners are Elias Giuliano of Northport; Emily Howell of Plainview; Lauren Enos of Riverhead; and Anthony Barone of Mastic.

    “The Long Island Music Hall of Fame is honored to have the opportunity to support and acknowledge accomplished high school seniors who are pursuing a future in music… The talent that exists on Long Island is something we at LIMHoF want to celebrate. In addition to following their own dreams, we believe these students will encourage and inspire others.”

    LIMHoF Education Chairman Tom Needham
    2021 Long Island Music Hall of Fame Distinction in Music Award winners LIMHOF
    Left to right, top to bottom: Elias Giuliano of Northport; Emily Howell of Plainview; Lauren Enos of Riverhead; and Anthony Barone of Mastic, were the recipients of the 2021 Long Island Music Hall of Fame Distinction in Music Award.

    Here are the for LIMHoF award winners:

    Elias Giuliano, who attends Northport High School, plays viola in the symphony orchestra and piano in the jazz ensemble. He received accolades for his original compositions of piano music. “Elias possesses the versatility of a first-rate composer, performer, and mentor to so many students. He is an outstanding musician and person,” said Dr. Frank Doyle — who was awarded by LIMHoF as Music Educator of Note in 2016.

    “I am honored and thrilled to be a LIMHoF scholarship recipient,” Giuliano said. “As an aspiring music teacher who wants to make music a lasting part of my life — and hopefully the lives of many others — I am humbled to be recognized by some of Long Island’s most amazing talent.”

    Giuliano plans to attend SUNY Fredonia this fall and major in Music Education.


    Emily Howell, who attends Plainview Old Bethpage High School, plays the French horn. In addition to recognition as a member of the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) All-Eastern Symphony Orchestra, she was also a member of the 2019 All-State Wind Ensemble and 2020 All-State Symphony Orchestra as a principal horn.

    “Music provides a mode of expression and gives hope in a way that nothing else can; it truly enriches my life,” Howell said. “Music provides comfort and solace at all times — and especially in today’s unsettled times. Whether it might be at a funeral (where music truly heals), or a wedding (where music commemorates and celebrates), or simply in my living room or kitchen (where some type of live or recorded music is always going), music has an emotional role and influential presence. It is a vehicle for communication, an art of sound that expresses emotions, thoughts, and ideas through harmonies, rhythms and melody: The ultimate universal language that speaks to everyone.”

    Howell plans to attend Julliard School of Music and major in performance on French horn.


    Lauren Enos, who attends Riverhead High School, has been playing music since the third grade. She currently plays bass clarinet, and she participated in the All-State 2020 Wind Ensemble and was principal clarinet in the New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) All-State 2019 Symphony Orchestra.

    “It is a great honor to receive an award from the Long Island Music Hall of Fame and to be among some of the most distinguished musicians on Long Island,” Enos said. “I appreciate the generosity of this organization in their efforts to help musicians like me further their musical endeavors.”

    Enos plans to attend Eastman School of Music in Rochester.


    Anthony Barone, who attends William Floyd High School, plays double bass in the William Floyd High School Symphonic Orchestra and Chamber Orchestra. He also participated in the All-State 2019 and 2020 Symphony Orchestra and the New York Youth Symphony. “Anthony is the real deal,” said William Floyd Symphonic Orchestra Director Christopher Shaughnessy about Barone, “…One of the hardest working students I have ever met.”

    “Music has made me what I am now, and in my heart of hearts, music is who I am,” said Barone. “I will become a teacher to not only spread my appreciation of music, but to also help those, like me, through music.”

    Barone plans to attend Ithaca College this fall and major in Bass Performance.


    Students in Brooklyn, Nassau, Queens, and Suffolk counties are eligible to apply for the scholarships. This program is in addition to other education acknowledgments that the Long Island Music Hall of Fame sponsors, including the Music Educator of Note and the High School Recognition Awards. Learn more about LIMHoF’s scholarship program HERE.

  • Jazz Artist Senri Oe releases Music Video for Upcoming Album “Letter To N.Y.”

    Pop star turned jazz artist Senri Oe has announced the release of his new official music video for “Out of Chaos.” The song is the first track out of his forthcoming seventh studio jazz album, Letter To N.Y.

    Senri Oe

    As a pop Japanese superstar for two decades during the 80s and 90s, Senri Oe did a complete turnabout on his career after deciding to focus on what was important in his life. It was his first love: jazz. Senri left Japan and his legion of pop fans and headed to New York to study at the School of Jazz at The New School. He proceeded to launch his recording career with his debut album Boys Mature Slow via PND Records in 2012. 

    Letter to N.Y. is very impressionistic in its portrayal of New York music and culture through the lens of the pandemic but heard together, the songs reveal a unique narrative story. It’s about the brokenness and collapse of the old way of life, yet with the hope that as we move into the new normal, restoration and renewal are also possible. The former world is over, so now we have to open a new door and take everything to a brave new level moving forward.

    Senri Oe on Letter to N.Y.

    Composed and produced by Senri completely during quarantine, the 11-track album, Letter to N.Y., is a special homage expressing Senri’s sincere love for New York City. The album captures the eclectic array of the Big Apple’s musical energies.

    Senri Oe

    Senri, who first started on classical piano, and whose influences are both bebop and Miles Davis’ electronic jazz fusion of the 70s and 80s, was inspired by the same electric keyboard and organ sounds on Letter to N.Y.  It follows Senri’s 2020 album Hmmm, and a trio session with drummer Ari Hoenig and bassist Matt Clohesy which hit the Top 40 on JazzWeek and reached number 24 on the Roots Radio Jazz’ Top 50 chart.

    Senri’s other albums include the full big band with Spooky Hotel (2013), Collective Scribble (2015), and Answer July (2016), which featured jazz vocal greats Sheila Jordan, Theo Bleckmann, Becca Stevens, and Lauren Kinhan of the Grammy-winning vocal ensemble New York Voices.

    Senri Oe

    Oe’s love for New York is simply contagious. It is not only apparent in his latest album, but also in messages he has given to his fans. Through musical synergies of jazz melodies, riffs, and rhythms, Oe further expresses his passion for the New York music scene with others. Both his story and his songs are inspiring for those with similar ambitions and drive.

    When you wake up in the morning, you can hear the voice of birds, and when you open the window, the sound of the wind is soothing. They all turn into music in this room where I live now.

    At the beginning of the pandemic, I was at a loss in a tremendously dark tunnel. But after I learned how to live day by day, mindfully, I started to find the birth of soul-shaking events which I have never experienced each day.

    Music is at every corner of the street. Honesty, a sense of humor, and the no-pretense kindness fill everywhere.

    I am in love with New York more than ever.

    Senri Oe’s Letter To N.Y.

    Senri Oe’s official music video for “Out of Chaos” is featured on Letter To N.Y. and releases via PND/Sony Masterworks on July 21. Watch “Out of Chaos” now below

  • Hasty Page Fortifies Its Musical Repetoire With Latest Single, “The Wire”

    Alternative/indie rock super trio, Hasty Page, will release their latest single “The Wire” on Friday, June 25. The song is the Hasty Page’s first single of 2021 and fans’ first glimpse into the band’s upcoming EP. With a fresh song to fuel the summer, the trio continues to add to their arsenal of punchy, creative, and inspirational music releases.

    Formed in 2015 in Glens Falls, NY, Hasty Page has previously released one EP and two albums. Alt alternative/indie rock trip has built up a solid standing among popular groups with similar genres. They have opened for bands such as Smash Mouth, Colony House, Moriah Formica, and Madison Vandenburg. Hasty Page’s audience is no small feat as well, performing shows for upwards of 40,000 people at Schenectady Summer night, 20,000 at the Albany Tulip Festival, and 10,000 at the Times Union Center.

    The boys of Hasty Page – Josh Morris, Zane Agnew, and James Paolano –spent the past year recording the five tracks for their upcoming EP. The EP was recorded at Left Hand Studios in upstate New York, produced by Hasty Page themselves, and finally mixed and mastered by Scoops Dardaris (Prince Daddy, The Clay People, Girl Blue). Notably, Hasty Page has not only spent the past year recording new music, but they have also recently signed a sync licensing deal with Spirit Production Music.

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    “The Wire” is a fan favorite and highly anticipated, while the rest of the EP are new songs written over the past few years. The song’s instrumental track seamlessly fuses gritty yet clean guitar tracks and melodies, polished by bright, eclectic riffs and modulation. The vocals are warm yet powerful, espousing heartfelt momentum in a lyrical journey on the verge of bursting with pure emotion. Hasty Page has delivered a song to remember.


    The music video for “The Wire” will drops one week after the single’s release on June 25, followed by the release of the full EP late summer of 2021. Until then, stream some of Hasty Page‘s earlier album releases on Spotify, YouTube, and below.

  • Levin Brothers’ Vaccinating Rhythm Tour Announces Bearsville Theater Show

    Woodstock’s Tony and Pete Levin bring their Levin Brothers Vaccinating Rhythm tour to the Bearsville Theater on June 26, 2021, as part of a select tour of shows. The duo was founded by Pete and Tony Levin in 2013, after 5 decades of performing and recording with the titans of music in jazz, fusion, rock, pop, and world music. Now, they are set to tour New York alongside an outstanding supporting jazz lineup at the Bearsville Theater.

    After guesting on each other’s projects, the Levin Brothers finally decided to create their own jazz band. To date, the Levin Brothers have released 2 albums – the self-titled first album in 2014, and the follow-up live album Special Delivery in 2017. The band has toured all over the USA, Mexico, El Salvador, Bolivia, Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, and Japan.

    Since graduating from the Eastman School of Music, Tony Levin, one of the most recorded bassists in the history of music, has become bass and Chapman Stick voice for Peter Gabriel and King Crimson. He has played on notable recordings for icons John Lennon, Pink Floyd, Lou Reed, Alice Cooper, Carly Simon, Buddy Rich, Gary Burton, and Chuck Mangione. Currently, tours and records with Stick Men, Levin Brothers, King Crimson, and Peter Gabriel.

    After graduating from the Julliard School, Pete Levin became a synthesizer specialist among New York City recording studio scene. Over the years, he has graced hundreds of jazz and pop recordings, performing with many artists including the following: Gil Evans, Jimmy Giuffre, David Sanborn, Annie Lennox, Charles Mingus, Jaco Pastorius, Lenny White, and Paul Simon.

    A veteran of the New York Jazz scene, Jeff ‘Siege’ Siegel has become a who’s-who of jazz artists. A member of Sir Roland Hanna’s Trio from 1994 to 1999, he has performed and recorded with jazz legends including Ron Carter, Kenny Burrell, Lee Shaw, Jack DeJohnette, Benny Golson, Frank Foster, Helen Merrill, and Mose Allison.

    Additionally, contemporary Jazz guitarist Jeff Ciampa has recorded and toured with some of the most well-known jazz, pop, and rock stars, including the following: Harry Belafonte, Jon Lucien, Dave Matthews, Mark Egan, Bill Evans, Al MacDowell, Ornette Coleman, Lew Soloff, and Lenny White.

    All tickets are $50 General Admission in advance and $55.00 general admission at the door. Doors open at 6:30 PM ET and the show begins at 8:00 PM ET. For tickets, visit www.bearsvilletheater.com


    Bearsville Theater’s Jazz Brunch lineup

    For the finest jazz, food, and drink in the Catskills, experience the Bearsville Theater’s Jazz Brunch every Sunday through Labor Day with the following artists:

    6/20 – Pete Levin
    6/27 – Christine and Elliott Spero
    7/04 – The Peter Einhorn Trio
    7/11 – Elliott Spero
    7/18 – Chris Milletari
    7/25 – Ken McGloin and Jim Curtain
    8/01 – The Peter Eiinhorn Trio
    8/8 – Pete Levin
    8/15 – Marrotta Trio
    8/22 – Baron Raymonde and Bennett Hiscox
    8/29 – Perry Beekman
    9/05 – The Peter Einhorn Trio

  • Ronnie James Dio Cancer Fund To Celebrate Icon’s Upcoming Birthday With Celebrity-Packed Fundraiser

    The Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund, founded in memory of the late heavy metal icon, will join forces with virtual event producers Rolling Live Studios to celebrate Ronnie’s birthday on Saturday, July 10. The global fundraising event will bring together celebrities and fans all over the world to honor Dio’s undeniable impact both on and off the stage.

    Rolling Live Studios / Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund
    Rolling Live Studios | Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund

    Hosted on rollinglivestudios.com beginning at 2:00PM PT, this star-studded event will feature special guest performances, interviews and birthday messages from artists including Tony Iommi (Black Sabbath, Heaven & Hell); Teddy ‘Zig Zag’ Andreadis (Guns N’ Roses, Alice Cooper); Carmine Appice (Vanilla Fudge, Beck, Bogert & Appice); Vinny Appice (DIO, Black Sabbath); and more (full list at the bottom of this page).

    The Stand Up And Shout For Ronnie James Dio’s Birthday virtual event will feature brand new performances and stories from Ronnie’s friends and fans, as well as exclusive archival footage from Dio’s life and long-spanning career. Additionally, the event will show never-before-seen footage from Dio Cancer Fund events held in Los Angeles since 2011 when the organization began. Through musical performances and storytelling, a wide array of guests will celebrate the life of a man who deeply influenced their lives through his artistry and larger-than-life presence.

    Ronnie James Dio Cancer Fund Birthday Fundraiser Goes Virtual

    The frontman for Elf, Rainbow, Black Sabbath, and DIO, Ronnie lost his battle with gastric cancer in 2010. Throughout his career, he was a passionate supporter and contributor to charitable work and numerous animal charities. The icon was not only well respected for his talent, but also admired and loved by his peers and fans worldwide, many of which included renowned celebrities, musicians, and prominent individuals from all walks of life.

    The Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund, dedicated to cancer prevention, research and education, has raised over $2 million in its history. In February, 2020, the organization’s held its last in-person event during the 10th Anniversary Gala at the Avalon in Hollywood. Additionally, its annual Ride For Ronnie Motorcycle Ride and Concert and Bowl For Ronnie Celebrity Bowling Tournament have been suspended as the result of the COVID-19 pandemic. For more, check out the list of the upcoming shows at NYS Music as well as our Stream and Support page.

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    (Jason Belmonte, Wendy Dio, Geezer Butler, Dr Sandeep Kapoor, Dr Wong)

    Tickets are on sale now HERE with General Admission tickets priced at $20. Rolling Live Studios will also offer special merchandise packages and virtual VIP experiences for fans.

    Additional performers include Michael Angelo Batio (Nitro, Holland, Shout); Joey Belladonna (Anthrax); Chuck Billy (Testament); Gilby Clarke (Guns N’ Roses, Slash’s Snakepit); Melody Cristea (Liliac); Aynsley Dunbar (Journey, Frank Zappa); Frank Ferrer (Guns N’ Roses); Lita Ford; Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple, Black Country Communion); Terry Ilous (Great White, XYZ); LA metal band Liliac; Sean McNabb (Quiet Riot, Dokken); Jeff Pilson (Foreigner, DIO); Rudy Sarzo (Quiet Riot, Ozzy Osbourne); Glen Sobel (Alice Cooper, Hollywood Vampires); Lajon Witherspoon (Sevendust); and Brent Woods (Sebastian Bach, Wildside).

    Also participating will be members of the DIO band–Simon Wright, Oni Logan, Scott Warren, Bjorn Englen and Rowan Robertson, who will also appear with fellow castmate Paul Shortino (Rough Cutt) from the Las Vegas production “Raiding the Rock Vault.” Radio and television personalities Eddie Trunk and Matt Pinfield will be on hand during the broadcast conducting interviews with artists as well as with Dio producer Wyn Davis and Ronnie’s widow and long-time manager Wendy Dio.

  • Multilingual Funk Collagists Khruangbin Announce Two Shows at Radio City Music Hall

    Khruangbin just announced an exciting back-to-back night showing at New York City’s legendary Radio City Music Hall on March 9 and March 10 of 2022. Venue veteran Khruangbin has previously opened for Leon Bridges here in 2018, in addition to their previous showings. However, these upcoming concert dates will mark their first time ever headlining Radio City.

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    The Houston-based band is known for their hazy instrumentals that combine Persian Funk, Middle Eastern soul, Jamaican dub, and surf-rock. They recently sold out the first night of Red Rocks, and have added another performance upon high demand. Additionally, the trio has a three-date run at Atlanta’s Eastern and will play three shows live at Los Angeles’ iconic Greek Theatre this coming fall.

    Before the pandemic, Khruangbin had a packed schedule. The band played at almost every major global festival in the world including Coachella, Glastonbury, Austin City Limits, SXSW, and more. Khruangbin had also been on the road non-stop prior to the pandemic, and are now taking advantage of the rising demand for in-person concert showings amid the lessening effects of COVID-19.

    Khruangbin Making Their Capitol Theatre Debut (Pre-pandemic)

    Tickets for the New York City shows will go on sale this Friday, June 11th at 10:00 AM ET. The show will also feature English jazz musician and saxophonist Nubya Garcia. Interested in learning more about what Khruangbin has in store for 2021? For more information regarding price and ticket availability, visit their website HERE

    Listen to some of Khruangbin’s top hits below:

  • Stream And Support, From Across New York!

    NYS Music is proud to announce the latest updates to Stream and Support, from across New York! In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, venues across New York State and the country closed their doors and canceled live performances. Since then, various artists have moved their concerts online.

    Now, as the music scene continues to prevail through these still uncertain times, NYS Music invites fans once again to come together to support artists from across New York State. This continually updated series will help you locate all your favorite New York artists’ live streams and virtual events.

    Below, you’ll find the continually updated list of what you can look forward to throughout the week.

    Monday

    The National Reserve: Brooklyn-based Americana-R&B fusion group The National Reserve will be performing live from Relix Studio via Twitch. The virtual concert will be live for fans to watch through FANS on August 9 starting at 7:00 PM ET. You won’t want to miss this. Stream and Support HERE

    Melt: Don’t miss the special performance from talented Pop group Melt presented by FANS. The concert will be available for fans to stream live online from Relix Studio via Twitch on August 16 starting at 7:00 PM ET. Stream and Support HERE

    SOFI TUKKER: New York-based musical duo, SUFI TUKKER will perform live from home every day on Twitch. Tune in at 1:00 PM ET to watch their live DJ set of music. Stream and Support HERE


    Tuesday

    Phish: Phish will be performing live from Hersheypark Stadium (Day 1) via LivePhish.com for the band’s entire 22-show summer tour. Don’t miss this special performance presented on August 10 at 7:00 PM and be sure to check out their 4K, MP3, and T-shirt options that are available now. Stream and Support HERE

    SOFI TUKKER: New York-based musical duo, SUFI TUKKER will perform live from home every day on Twitch. Tune in at 1:00 PM ET to watch their live DJ set music. Stream & Support HERE


    Wednesday

    Phish: Phish will be performing live from Hersheypark Stadium (Day 2) via LivePhish.com for the band’s entire 22-show summer tour. Don’t miss this special performance presented on August 11 at 7:00 PM and be sure to check out their 4K, MP3, and T-shirt options that are available now. Stream and Support HERE

    SOFI TUKKER: New York-based musical duo, SUFI TUKKER will perform live from home every day on Twitch. Tune in at 1:00 PM ET to watch their live DJ set music. Stream and Support HERE


    Thursday

    The Honey Jam: Don’t miss the 2021 Honey Jam concert live from El Mocambo in Toronto. Check in on the venue’s Instagram to view the event’s live stream schedule and lineup. The 2021 Honey Jam Canada Concert will begin on August 12 starting at 8:00 PM ET via YouTube. Stream and Support HERE.

    Emery: The post-hardcore band Emery will premiere their sophomore and most popular album, The Question, in a digital experience giving fans a look at their single continuous performance captured live at Neumo’s in Seattle, WA. The visceral experience is a full high-quality embodiment of the acclaimed post-hardcore album. Fans can view this experience on August 12 beginning at 9:00 PM via The Moment House. Stream and Support HERE

    SOFI TUKKER: New York-based musical duo, SUFI TUKKER will perform live from home every day on Twitch. Tune in at 1:00 PM ET to watch their live DJ set music. Stream and Support HERE


    Friday

    Phish: Phish will be performing live from Ruoff Music Center (Day 1) via LivePhish.com for the band’s entire 22-show summer tour. Don’t miss this special performance presented on August 6 at 7:00 PM and be sure to check out their 4K, MP3, and T-shirt options that are available now. Stream and Support HERE

    Billy Strings: Join Grammy Award-winning guitarist and bluegrass musician Billy Strings as he performs live at the Westville Music Bowl for a virtual two-day concert available via FANS. Billy will be performing on Friday and Saturday, August 6-7 starting at 7:30 PM ET both nights. Stream and Support HERE

    Daze Between: New Standard presents the 2021 Daze Between: A Celebration Of Jerry Garcia streaming every day until August 9. The show will be available for fans to stream live from Winter Park, Florida on August 6 featuring the Tommy Shugart Organ Trio starting at 7:00 PM. Stream and Support HERE

    SOFI TUKKER: New York-based musical duo, SUFI TUKKER will perform live from home every day on Twitch. Tune in at 1:00 PM ET to watch their live DJ set music. Stream & Support HERE


    Saturday

    All Time Low: Catch All Time Low as they headline the Sad Summer Festival live in Anaheim, CA via VEEPS. The band will be playing some of their biggest and most memorable hits in this one-of-a-kind show on August 7 starting at 11:30 PM. Stream and Support HERE

    Eden Espinosa: The multitalented actress and singer Eden Espinosa will be present a virtual concert available for fans to stream live from The Space Las Vegas via Sessions. The Wicked Broadway performer will go live on August 7 starting at 11:00 PM. Stream and Support HERE

    Daze Between: New Standard presents the 2021 Daze Between: A Celebration Of Jerry Garcia streaming every day until August 9. The show will be available for fans to stream live from Winter Park, Florida on August 7 featuring Walking In The Sky starting at 7:00 PM. Stream and Support HERE

    Billy Strings: Join Grammy Award-winning guitarist and bluegrass musician Billy Strings as he performs live at the Westville Music Bowl for a virtual two-day concert available via FANS. Billy will be performing on Friday and Saturday, August 6-7 starting at 7:30 PM ET both nights. Stream and Support HERE

    Phish: Phish will be performing live from Ruoff Music Center (Day 2) via LivePhish.com for the band’s entire 22-show summer tour. Don’t miss this special performance presented on August 7 at 7:00 PM and be sure to check out their 4K, MP3, and T-shirt options that are available now. Stream and Support HERE

    SOFI TUKKER: New York-based musical duo, SUFI TUKKER will perform live from home every day on Twitch. Tune in at 1:00 PM ET to watch their live DJ set music. Stream and Support HERE


    Sunday

    Wynonna Judd & The Big Noise: The iconic Wynonna Judd will be teaming up with The Big Noise in a can’t-miss performance live from Mandolin in a 35th Anniversary Livestream available for fans online. The artists will be performing on August 8, starting at 8:30 PM ET. Stream and Support HERE

    Daze Between: New Standard presents the 2021 Daze Between: A Celebration Of Jerry Garcia streaming every day until August 9. The show will be available for fans to stream live from Winter Park, Florida on August 8 featuring The Rusty Strings starting at 7:00 PM. Stream and Support HERE

    Phish: Phish will be performing live from Ruoff Music Center (Day 3) via LivePhish.com for the band’s entire 22-show summer tour. Don’t miss this special performance presented on August 8 at 7:00 PM and be sure to check out their 4K, MP3, and T-shirt options that are available now. Stream and Support HERE

    SOFI TUKKER: New York-based musical duo, SUFI TUKKER will perform live from home every day on Twitch. Tune in at 1:00 PM ET to watch their live DJ set music. Stream and Support HERE