Author: max weissman

Willie Nelson brings The Outlaw Music Festival Tour to SPAC this Fall

Willie Nelson is “on the road again” as he has just announced The Outlaw Music Festival Tour starting this summer. The 14-stop tour will include a show at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC), after kicking off in Texas in August, with Willie Nelson planning to have many friends and family accompanying him at each stop.

Willie Nelson

The performance in Saratoga Springs will include Sturgill Simpson, Gov’t Mule, and Margo Price. Although it will be near the end of the summer and practically fall when the performance happens there is no excuse not to go. With a legend such as Willie Nelson getting out on tour and nonetheless performing in Saratoga, any music fan’s mind would be itching at the thought to make it a weekend trip filled with peace, love and a whole lot of Willie Nelson. SPAC poses as the perfect place to go with COVID-19 ending as music venues are opening back up and there’s always plenty to do and see in Saratoga Springs, in addition to the great music and musicians that will be coming its way.

The stop in Saratoga Spring will be on September 12, 2021 at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center. Tickets for the event can be purchased on the venue website starting Tuesday, May 25th at 10:00 a.m.

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Sunday, August 22, 2021-Austin, TX – Germania Insurance Amphitheatre -Willie Nelson & Family, Chris Stapleton, Ryan Bingham,Yola

Friday, September 10, 2021-Gilford, NH – Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion – Willie Nelson & Family, Sturgill Simpson, Gov’t Mule, Margo Price

Saturday, September 11, 2021-Philadelphia, PA – TD Pavilion at the Mann – Willie Nelson & Family, Sturgill Simpson, Gov’t Mule, Margo Price

Sunday, September 12, 2021-Saratoga, NY – Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) – Willie Nelson & Family, Sturgill Simpson, Gov’t Mule, Margo Price

Friday, September 17, 2021-Virginia Beach, VA – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheatre – Willie Nelson & Family, Sturgill Simpson, Gov’t Mule, Margo Price

Saturday, September 18, 2021-Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek – Willie Nelson & Family, Sturgill Simpson, Gov’t Mule, Margo Price

Sunday, September 19, 2021-Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion – Willie Nelson & Family, Sturgill Simpson, Gov’t Mule, Margo Price

Wednesday, September 22, 2021-Alpharetta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre – Willie Nelson & Family, Sturgill Simpson, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Kathleen Edwards

Friday, September 24, 2021-Columbia, MD – Merriweather Post Pavilion – Willie Nelson & Family, Sturgill Simpson, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Gov’t Mule, Kathleen Edwards

Friday, October 15, 2021-Phoenix, AZ – Ak-Chin Pavilion – Willie Nelson & Family, The Avett Brothers, Gov’t Mule, Lucinda Williams, Ida Mae

Saturday, October 16, 2021-Irvine, CA – Five Point Amphitheatre – Willie Nelson & Family, The Avett Brothers, Gov’t Mule, Lucinda Williams, Ida Mae

Sunday, October 17, 2021-San Diego, CA – Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre – Willie Nelson & Family, The Avett Brothers, Ida Mae

Saturday, October 23, 2021-Mountain View, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre – Willie Nelson & Family, The Avett Brothers, Gov’t Mule, Lucinda Williams, Ida Mae

Sunday, October 24, 2021-Wheatland, CA – Toyota, Amphitheatre – Willie Nelson & Family, The Avett Brothers, Gov’t Mule, Lucinda Williams, Ida Mae

May 24, 2021
Little Steven Announces Beacon Theatre Concert Film Release

The live concert extravaganza, “Summer Of Sorcery Live! At The Beacon Theatre,” expertly captures Little Steven, aka Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Stevie Van Zandt, bringing the house down alongside his band the Disciples of Soul.

Professionally filmed and recorded before a sold-out crowd at New York City’s historic Beacon Theatre on November 6, 2019, the group showcases their acclaimed 2019 album, Summer Of Sorcery. The album is a 12-track record about the first rush of summer and the electric feeling of unlimited possibilities.

Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul

“Summer of Sorcery Live! at The Beacon Theatre” is highlighted by a surprise appearance by the one and only Peter Wolf. In the same fashion, Wolf lends his inimitable vocals to powerhouse versions of J Geils Band’s “Freeze Frame” and Artists United Against Apartheid’s landmark protest anthem, “Sun City.”

Furthermore, the concert kicks off with a very special introduction from counterculture icon Wavy Gravy. It also includes from there traverses across Little Steven’s genre-smashing body of work. From Summer of Sorcery and 2017’s acclaimed solo return, Soulfire, through classic songs and fan favorites from the songwriter, guitarist, and band leader’s illustrious career. Including an incendiary three-song salvo celebrating his work with Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes.

With summer just around the corner, Van Zandt is pleased to announce the full two-and-a-half-hour concert. The triumphant hometown culmination of the Summer of Sorcery’s European and U.S. tours will be released July 9 via Wicked Cool Records/UMe.

May 24, 2021
Jxst J releases low-fi single “Alone” ahead of Fall Debut Album

Lo-fi artist Jxst J , releases a new single “Alone” with a hilarious and entertaining music video. Teasing his debut album “How to Pronounce Jxst J.” After spending his formative years in. LA playing in bands and making music videos, the multi-talented artist is now. Brooklyn-based, where he continues his synesthetic approach to music.

Jxst J

The song “Alone” will have you closing your eyes and bopping your head back and forth as his soothing. voice goes perfectly over his low-fi beats. Drawing from genres like dream pop, indie, and trip-hop, he seamlessly blends acoustic and. electronic elements for a sound that is as eclectic as it is catchy. He achieves a polychromatic sound that shows off his mix of stretched samples, acoustic instruments, analog synths, and his silky vocals.

As for the music video somehow just goes perfectly with the song easily putting a smile on your face. Although a simple music video, Jxst J is able to make the most out of it making it seem to go flawless with the song. It is most definitely a video that will have you want to watch it every time you listen to the single “Alone.” Jxst J (aka James Pratley Watson.) is a visual artist just as much as he is a musician. Before Jxst J he was recognized for his lo-fi visuals with his band Pratley. Now he is bringing his visual literacy to Jxst J with a trippy, arthouse aesthetic shot primarily on super 8 film

He plans to release a music video with each. song over the summer until the album “How to Pronounce Jxst J” full release this fall.

May 21, 2021

Postmodern Jukebox Announce Fall Tour, Making 5 Stops in New York

The world-renowned Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox will be kicking off their worldwide tour with over 60 shows in the US and Canada this fall.

The time-twisting musical collective known for putting pop music in a time machine is set to make “The Grand Reopening Tour” bring PMJ back to thrill music-starved audiences, performing some of modern music’s biggest hits in the classic styles of bygone eras.

Just seven dates into the Welcome to the Twenties 2.0 Tour, PMJ creator Scott Bradlee pulled the tour off the road. With many of the shows sold out, a global pandemic took its toll, silencing live music for more than a year. The Grand Reopening Tour will feature an ensemble of multi-talented singers and musicians. Bringing Bradlee’s generation-spanning arrangements alive night after night. The core ensemble is often joined by surprise guests to make each concert unique and unpredictable.

Since embarking on a touring career in 2014, Postmodern Jukebox has performed on bigger and bigger stages. As they’ve traversed the globe, including memorable shows at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. Most recently, PMJ reimagined the beloved theme from Friends via the evolution of music styles throughout the 20^th century.

Tickets can be purchased at postmodernjukebox.com

Postmodern Jukebox Fall Tour Dates

October 7 – Detroit, MI – Fillmore
October 8 – Munhall, PA – Carnegie of Homestead Music Hall
October 10 – Portsmouth, NH – The Music Hall
October 11 – Portland, ME – State Theatre
October 13 – Northampton, MA – Academy of Music
October 14 – Beverly, MA – Cabot Theatre
October 15 – York, PA – Strand Theatre
October 16 – Rahway, NJ – Union County Performing Arts Center
October 17 – Huntington, NY – Paramount
October 19 – New York, NY – Town Hall
October 21 – Easton, PA – State Theatre
October 22 – Atlantic City, NJ – Borgata
October 23 – Wilmington, DE – Grand Opera House
October 24 – North Bethesda, MD – Music Center for Strathmore
October 26 – Rochester, NY – Kodak Center
October 27 – Plattsburgh, NY – The Strand
October 28 – Troy, NY – Troy Music Hall
October 29 – New Haven, CT – College Street Music Hall

Canadian, West Coast and 2022 Tour Dates

1-Nov-21	Mon	Winnipeg, MB	Burton Cummings
2-Nov-21	Tue	Saskatoon, SK	TCU Place
3-Nov-21	Wed	Calgary, AB	Jack Singer
4-Nov-21	Thu	Edmonton, AB	River Cree Entertainment Center
6-Nov-21	Sat	Vancouver, BC	The Centre
9-Nov-21	Tue	Bremerton, WA	Admiral Theatre
10-Nov-21	Wed	Eugene, OR	Hult Center
11-Nov-21	Thu	Grass Valley, CA	Center for the Arts Theater
12-Nov-21	Fri	Redding, CA	Cascade
14-Nov-21	Sun	Santa Rosa, CA	Luther Burbank Center for the Arts
16-Nov-21	Tue	San Diego, CA	Humphrey’s By The Bay
17-Nov-21	Wed	San Luis Obispo, CA	Fremont
18-Nov-21	Thu	Costa Mesa, CA	Segerstrom Concert Hall
19-Nov-21	Fri	Thousand Oaks, CA	Kavli Theatre
20-Nov-21	Sat	Mesa, AZ	Mesa Performing Arts Center
21-Nov-21	Sun	Tucson, AZ	Rialto Theater
24-Nov-21	Wed	Midland, TX	Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center
26-Nov-21	Fri	Lubbock, TX	Buddy Holly Hall
27-Nov-21	Sat	Austin, TX	Paramount Theater
28-Nov-21	Sun	Houston, TX	House of Blues
30-Nov-21	Tue	Dallas, TX	Majestic Theatre
3-Dec-21	Fri	Broken Arrow, OK (Tulsa)	Broken Arrow PAC
8-Dec-21	Wed	Dubuque, IA	Five Flags Center
9-Dec-21	Thu	Waukegan, IL	Genesee Theatre
10-Dec-21	Fri	Carmel, IN	The Palladium
11-Dec-21	Sat	Springfield, MO	Gillioz Theatre
12-Dec-21	Sun	Cedar Rapids, IA	Paramount Theatre
03-Mar-22	Thu	Joliet, IL	Rialto Square Theatre
04-Mar-22	Fri	Sheboygan, WI	Stefanie H. Weill Center
05-Mar-22	Sat	Prior Lake, MN	Mystic Lake Casino
08-Mar-22	Tue	Davenport, IA	Adler Theatre
09-Mar-22	Wed	Madison, WI	Orpheum Theatre
11-Mar-22	Fri	St Charles, IL	Arcada Theatre
12-Mar-22	Sat	Shipshewana, IN	Blue Gate Performing Arts Center
13-Mar-22	Sun	Cleveland, OH	Agora Theatre
15-Mar-22	Tue	Buffalo, NY	Riviera Theatre
17-Mar-22	Thu	Glenside, PA	Keswick Theatre
19-Mar-22	Sat	Ithaca, NY	State Theatre
23-Mar-22	Wed	Concord, NH	Capital Center
24-Mar-22	Thu	New Bedford, MA	Zeiterion Arts Center
27-Mar-22	Sun	Baltimore, MD	Hippodrome
29-Mar-22	Tue	Augusta, GA	Miller Theatre
30-Mar-22	Wed	Atlanta, GA	Atlanta Symphony Hall
31-Mar-22	Thu	Charleston, SC	Charleston Music Hall
02-Apr-22	Sat	Jacksonville, FL	Florida Theatre
03-Apr-22	Sun	Orlando, FL	Dr. Phillips Center
05-Apr-22	Tue	Clearwater, FL	Ruth Eckerd Hall
07-Apr-22	Thu	Ft. Pierce, FL	Sunrise
08-Apr-22	Fri	Ft. Lauderdale, FL	Parker Playhouse
09-Apr-22	Sat	Miami, FL	Miami Dade
13-Apr-22	Wed	Durham, NC	Durham Perf. Arts Center
14-Apr-22	Thu	Charlotte, NC	Knight Theater/Blumenthal Center

May 21, 2021

The Black Crowes “Shake Your Money Maker” Anniversary Tour to make 3 stops in New York

The Black Crowes return this summer with rescheduled dates of their long-awaited Shake Your Money Maker 30th anniversary tour, joined by special guests, Dirty Honey. The Black Crowes long-time bass player Sven Pipien will be returning to the band as well for the tour.

With their hard rock sound, southern influences, and general nontertiary they plan on performing in over 30 cities. The Black Crowes have sold out shows around the world; had legendary guitarist Jimmy Page join as a member; got kicked off a tour with ZZ Top for insulting the sponsors; fought amongst themselves and against the rest of the world. In other words, they’ve done everything a legendary rock group should do.

The Robinson Brothers, Chris and Rich, will front their classic 90s band, making three stop in New York State: September 14 at Saratoga Performing Arts Center, September 17 at Jones Beach, and the tour closer at Bethel Woods PAC on September 25.

Tickets are on sale now at TheBlackCrowes.com. All fans who purchased tickets for the previously announced 2020 dates will be honored for the 2021 shows. All summer 2021 tour dates are below.

On your way to SPAC, don’t forget that Stewart’s Shops is your ice cream shop! With over 345 shops in 31 counties across New York and southern Vermont, the convenience store chain is known for their fresh &local dairy products. With dozens of choices at the cone counter, you’re bound to find something you love! Try a shake, sundae, or cone today, What’s Your Flavor?

SHAKE YOUR MONEYMAKER 2021 TOUR DATES

July 20 – Nashville, TN – Ascend Amphitheatre

July 21 – Nashville, TN – Ascend Amphitheatre

July 24 – Gilford, NH – Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion

July 25 –Hartford, CT – The XFINITY Theatre

July 28 – Burgettstown, PA – S&T Bank Music Park

July 29 – Detroit, MI – DTE Energy Music Theatre

July 31 – St Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre

August 1 – Indianapolis, IN – Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center

August 3 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverbend Music Center

August 4 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Amphitheatre

August 7 – Chicago, IL – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre

August 8 – Milwaukee, WI – American Family Insurance Amphitheatre

August 10 – Rogers, AR – Walmart Amphitheatre

August 11 – Dallas, TX – Dos Equis Pavilion

August 14 – Houston, TX – Cynthia Mitchell Woods Pavilion

August 15 – Austin, TX – Germania Amphitheatre

August 18 – San Diego, CA – North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre

August 19 – Los Angeles, CA – The Forum

August 21 – Concord, CA – Concord Pavilion

August 22 – Mountain View, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre

August 25 – Portland, OR – Sunlight Supply Amphitheatre

August 26 – Seattle, WA – White River Amphitheatre

August 29 – Denver, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheater

August 30 – Denver, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheater

September 4 – Atlanta, GA – Cellairis Amphitheatre at Lakewood

September 5 – Birmingham, AL – Oak Mountain Amphitheatre

September 7 – West Palm Beach, FL – Coral Sky Amphitheatre

September 8– Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre

September 10 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion

September 11 – Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek

September 14 – Saratoga Springs, NY – Saratoga Performing Arts Center

September 15 – Boston, MA – Xfinity Center

September 17 – Wantagh, NY – Jones Beach Theater

September 18 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center

September 22 – Bristow, VA – Jiffy Lube Live

September 23 – Camden, NJ – BB&T Pavilion

September 25 – Bethel, NY – Bethel Woods

May 18, 2021
Guided By Voices plan Fall Tour Following Release of 33rd Album

Guided By Voices released their fall tour dates following their newest album Earth Man Blues. Their 33rd album as a band is led by lead singer and principal songwriter Robert Pollard for yet another great rock album. Guided By Voices fall tour is one with much anticipation.

Guided By Voices

The album follows Harold Admore Harold through coming of age and reckoning with darkness. Even without the story of Harlold Admore Harold this album will definitely bring you back to your youth. Songs such as “Ant Repellent,” “Wave Starter,” and “Margaret Middle School” solid riffs and sounds will bring you back to a time when rock was prominent. They do this of course while still keeping their old 80’s indie-rock sound, and keeping listeners on their toes with each song.

Tickets go on sale on 10am, Friday May 21 and will be available at www.GBV.com/tour.

Guided by Voices Fall Tour Dates

Sat 8/28 – Skully’s – Columbus, OH

Fri 9/10 – Irving Plaza – New York, NY

Sat 9/11 – The Royale – Boston, MA

Fri 10/8 – Tellus360 – Lancaster, PA

Fri 10/22 – Ottobar – Baltimore, MD

Sat 10/23 – College Street Music Hall – New Haven, CT

Fri 11/12 – Thalia Hall – Chicago, IL

Sat 11/13 – Beachland Ballroom – Cleveland, OH

Fri 12/17 – Phoenix Theatre – Toronto, ON

Sat 12/18 – Mr.Smalls – Pittsburgh, PA

May 18, 2021
Maddy Walsh & the Blind Spots at the Smith

With the COVID-19 pandemic starting to dissipate, what’s a better way to celebrate than to attend live music at a historic venue (Smith Opera House) with a bold-sounding electric rock band Maddy Walsh & the Blind Spots, a fixture to the Finger Lakes music scene.

Photo: Whitney Nichols Photography

This performance on June 26th will be in high demand with only 100 tickets on sale (following NYS mandate). Maddy Walsh & the Blind Spots have a rhythm that can’t be beat carried by the classic sounds of an electric guitar that pair perfectly with an upbeat electric keyboard. But the lead vocals, Maddy Walsh, perfectly co-exist with the band’s sounds as her fun lyrics and upbeat voice will have you singing along before you know it.

The Smith Center for Arts has been going strong for over 125 years and has no plan on slowing down. They constantly bring in great artists, such as Maddy Walsh & the Blind Spots, year-round in their historically rich amphitheater.

It is important to note that The Smith will not be filling orders over the phone or in-person at the Box Office. There will be no sales available at the door day of the show. Tickets can be purchased at thesmith.org.

May 17, 2021
Cory and The Wongnotes Announce Live Tour

Guitarist and producer Cory Wong will head out on the road this summer with his new band, Cory and The Wongnotes. This will be their first live tour as a band.

Corey Wong

On stage, Wong will be accompanied by an 11-piece band that includes members from Hornheads, Stay Human, and featured vocalist Antwaun Stanley. This tour will be a follow-up from a YouTube series on Cory Wong’s YouTube called Cory and The Wongnotes.

The eight episode Youtube series is a fun mix of a talk show, comedy sketches, and of course live music from their album Cory and The Wongnotes. They also have played live on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert alongside Eddie Barbash performing “Bluebird” from their new album.

This will be a national tour and they will be playing in Brooklyn February 4, 2022 at Brooklyn Steel. For more details and tickets, check out www.corywongmusic.com/tour

Cory Wong and the Wongnotes 2021-2022 Tour Dates:

NOVEMBER 2021

3 – Kansas City, MO

5 – Denver, CO

6 – Salt Lake City, UT

8 – Vancouver, BC

9 – Portland, OR

10 – Seattle, WA

12 – San Francisco, CA

13 – Los Angeles, CA

14 – San Diego, Ca

16 – Phoenix, AZ

19 – Dallas, TX

20 – Austin, TX

JANUARY 2022

26 – Columbus, OH

27 – Detroit, MI

28 – Toronto, ON

29 – Pittsburgh, PA

30 – Rochester, NY

FEBRUARY 2022

1 – Burlington, VT

2 – Boston, MA

3 – Philadelphia, PA

4 – New York, NY

5 – Washington, DC

7 – Charlottesville, VA

8 – Raleigh, NC

10 – Asheville, NC

11 – Atlanta, GA

12 – Nashville, TN

13 – Indianapolis, IN

15 – St. Louis, MO

16 – Des Moines, IA

17 – Madison, WI

18 – Chicago, IL

19 -Minneapolis, MN

May 14, 2021

Author: max weissman

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