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Concerts Announced in all Five Boroughs for NYC Homecoming Week
Concerts have been announced in all five boroughs of New York City taking place August 14-22, 2021. The stacked lineups will help create New York City’s “Homecoming Week” to celebrate the return of NYC over one year into the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Mayor Bill de Blasio announced the lines earlier this week including the mega show being held on Central Park’s Great Lawn which is the centerpiece of the celebration. Outside of the centerpiece event, the theme for the shows will be “It’s Time for Hip Hop in NYC,” with hip-hop, Latin freestyle, dance, freestyle, techno, and funk artists dominating the lineups.

The concerts will take place at Orchard Beach in The Bronx on, August 16 from 3 to 9:30 PM, Midland Beach on Staten Island on August 17 from 4 to 9:30 PM , Brooklyn Army Terminal in Brooklyn August 19 from 4 to 9:30 PM, Forest Hills Stadium in Queens on 20 from 4 to 9:30 PM, and wrapping up at the Central Park’s Great Lawn in Manhattan on August 21, 5 PM.

For more information on New York City’s “Homecoming Week” visit their website and check out the full lineup below:

Orchard Beach in The Bronx – Monday, August 16th from 3 to 9:30 p.m.
- KRS One (Headliner)
- Slick Rick (Headliner)
- Remy Ma (Headliner)
- Busy Bee
- CL Smooth
- DJ Hollywood
- DJ Jazzy Joyce
- DJ Kevie Kev
- Fantastic Five
- Furious 5 featuring Grandmaster Melle Mel and Scorpio
- Grand Wizard Theodore
- Joeski Love
- Kid Capri
- Nice & Smooth
- PopMaster Fabel
- Soul Sonic Force
- T La Rock
- Ultra Magnetic MC’s
Midland Beach on Staten Island – Tuesday, August 17th from 4 to 9:30 p.m.
- Raekwon (Headliner)
- Ghostface Killah (Headliner)
- Crystal Waters
- DJ Chuck Chillout
- EMPD
- Force MDs
- Hakim Green
- HeeSun Lee
- Kool Keith
- Lizzy Ashliegh
- Pharoahe Monch
- Rikki
- Rob Base
Brooklyn Army Terminal in Brooklyn – Thursday, August 19th from 4 to 9:30 p.m.
- Big Daddy Kane (Headliner)
- Desiigner (Headliner)
- C&C Music Factory
- DJ Mr. Cee
- Elle Varner
- Judy Torres
- Lizzy Ashliegh
- Maino
- Obasi Jackson
- Papoose
- PopMaster Fabel
- Special Ed
- Stetsasonic
- Sweet Sensation
- Young Devyn
Forest Hills Stadium in Queens – Friday, August 20th from 4 to 9:30 p.m.
- George Clinton + The P-Funk All Stars with Special Guests (Headliner)
- Too $hort (Headliner)
- DJ Hurricane
- DJ Wiz
- EPMD
- Mobb Deep
- Yo-Yo
HOW TO GET IN: All attendees must present proof of COVID-19 vaccination to enter the “It’s Time for Hip Hop in NYC” concerts. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for persons unable to get vaccinated because of a disability. Free tickets for all four concerts will be released to the public in batches at nyc.gov/HomecomingWeek starting on Monday, August 2 at 10 a.m. EDT. Additional free ticket release dates and times are as follows:
- Tuesday, August 3 at 7 a.m. EDT
- Wednesday, August 4 at 9 p.m. EDT
- Thursday, August 5 at 7 a.m. EDT
- Friday, August 6 at 10 a.m. EDT
- Saturday, August 7 at 9 p.m. EDT
And once again, here’s the lineup so far for the Homecoming Concert in Central Park, produced in part by Clive Davis and will air on CNN. You can get more details on this show here.

Central Park’s Great Lawn in Manhattan – Saturday, August 21st, 5 p.m.
- Jon Batiste
- Andrea Bocelli
- Kane Brown
- LL COOL J
- Elvis Costello
- Lucky Daye
- Earth, Wind & Fire
- Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds
- Cynthia Erivo
- Jimmy Fallon
- Jennifer Hudson
- Wyclef Jean
- Journey
- The Killers
- Gayle King
- Don Lemon
- Barry Manilow
- The New York Philharmonic
- Polo G
- Carlos Santana
- Paul Simon
- Patti Smith
- Bruce Springsteen
- Rob Thomas
HOW TO GET IN: Citi cardmembers will have access to purchase presale VIP tickets beginning Thursday, July 29th at 10 a.m. EDT until Sunday, August 1st at 10 p.m. EDT. For all presale details, visit citientertainment.com. Additionally, Citi will be giving away 1,000 general admission tickets to Citi cardmembers on a first-come, first-served basis beginning on Monday, August 2nd at 10 a.m. EDT. Free tickets, as well as VIP tickets for purchase, will be released to the public in batches at nyc.gov/HomecomingWeek starting on Monday, August 2nd at 10 a.m. EDT. Additional free and VIP ticket release dates and times are as follows:
- Tuesday, August 3 at 7 a.m. EDT
- Wednesday, August 4 at 9 p.m. EDT
- Thursday, August 5 at 7 a.m. EDT
- Friday, August 6 at 10 a.m. EDT
- Saturday, August 7 at 9 p.m. EDT
August 6, 2021
2021 Capital Concert Series Comes to Albany’s Empire State Plaza

Albany-area music fans can enjoy four exciting (and free!) concerts at Empire State Plaza every Wednesday in August. The Capital Concert Series, presented by the State Employees Federal Credit Union (SEFCU), which kicks off August 4, 2021 with a headlining performance by Grammy-nominated R&B artist Ginuwine. Other big-name artists include Lit, Wild Adriatic, Super 400 and the Legendary Wailers.

Empire State Plaza, Albany

Lit, a grunge rock band from Southern California, famous for late 90s-era hits like “My Own Worst Enemy” and “Miserable”. Their performance on August 11 will cap off a full day event (11 AM-8:30 PM) of live music and great food by the many vendors located on the plaza.

The August 18 show will feature a special “518 Night” theme, spotlighting local talent. Acclaimed band Wild Adriatic are from Saratoga Springs and bring a smooth blues rock sound. Jam-rock trio Super 400 hail from Troy and were even given their own holiday by the mayor in 2006, declaring February 25 “Super 400 Day!”. Super 400 takes the stage at 5:30, followed by Wild A at 7:10.

The series will come to a close on August 25 with a set from the Legendary Wailers. Frontman Julian Junior has collaborated since the 70s with Stevie Wonder and late reggae legend Bob Marley. Junior and the band now play and sing Bob Marley & the Wailers hit songs “the way Bob intended them to be heard.”

The Legendary Wailers

Parking is available for $10 at Empire State Plaza’s visitor lot (V-lot) or for free in the East Parking Garage. The plaza is handicap accessible. Event and grounds rules are as follows: no tickets necessary, no alcohol not purchased on premises (ID needed for purchase), no coolers or glass containers, no animals (except service animals), no fireworks or sparklers, no audio or video recording, and bag inspection or item confiscation may be deemed necessary by security. For more details, including vendor and sponsorship opportunities, click here.

SCHEDULE

August 4: Ginuwine (7:15 PM). Additional performances by DJ TGIF, Freedom Stratton, and New York Players.

August 11: Lit (exact set time unknown)

August 18: Super 400 (5:30 PM) and Wild Adriatic (7:10 PM)

August 25: The Legendary Wailers (7 PM). Additional performance by Anthem

August 4, 2021
Live Music Makes a Return In Northville with Summer Concert Series

Located in Fulton County. Northville welcomes the return of acoustic music with their Summer Concert Series on Fridays and Saturdays from 7-9pm. The downtown district is a great place to enjoy unique shops, good food, and live music.

The town of Northville offers many exiting events, ranging from Ski centers to waterfront parks. The small village located in the town of Northampton offers residents a peaceful rural area, along the shores of the Great Sacandaga Lake. Also along the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains, Northville is filled with sights to see.

The Northville-Placid Trail

After the first settlement in the 1780s, the village of Northville was the home to a successful lumbar industry, which led to a, “Strong economy and rich cultural life.” Being so close to the “Great” Lake and along the entrance to the Southern Adirondack Mountains, Northville became a destination for tourists and travelers alike. The inclusion of cultural arts programs, Camping grounds and a ski resort makes the village of Northville so special, while keeping its history of being a small historic village.

The town’s population continues to grow, and The Northville Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places. The return of live music located on Main Street, and Center Street makes the Summer Concert Series a destination spot for music lovers and travelers.

Friday Night Concerts will be held on Main Street from 7 – 9 pm, and Saturday Night Concerts will be held on Center Street from 7 – 9 pm

Friday, July 30 – Sam Van Wagoner
Saturday, July 31 – Matthew Shannon

Friday, August 6 – Nick and Keelan
Saturday, August 7 – Ryan Racine

Friday, August 13 – Steve Taylor
Saturday, August 14 – Ken Mobley

Friday, August 20 – Acoustic Ash
Saturday, August 21 – Plymouth Philharmonic

Friday, August 27 – Uc3
Saturday, August 28 – Alex Mandenall

Friday, September 3 – Sheila Landis
Saturday, September 4 – Nick Fugedi

Friday, September 10 – Al Carmichael
Saturday, September 11, Mike Bass

Friday, September 17 – Mike Ball
Saturday, September 18 – Ryan Racine

Friday, September 24 – Nick and Keelan
Saturday, September 25 – Geff Phillips

Friday, October 1 – TBD
Saturday, October 2 – Acoustic Ash

Friday, October 8 – Kevin Bouton
Saturday, October 9 – Adam Plomaritas

Friday, October 15 – 2xl duo
Saturday, October 16 – Plymouth Philharmonic

Friday, October 22 – Mike Freeman
Saturday, October 23 – Ryan Racine

Friday, October 29 – Nick and Keelan
Saturday, October 30 – Kate Hinote

To explorer more of the Village of Northville, visit the link here.

August 2, 2021
Brooklyn’s ‘Get Back!: The Dock Street Concerts’ Announces Lineup

Located just a stone’s throw from the Brooklyn Bridge, the Get Back!: The Dock Street Concerts continues at St. Ann’s Warehouse in DUMBO. The series invites New Yorkers to listen and dance to free live music and poetry by genre-spanning artists in the waterfront Brooklyn Bridge Park.

St. Ann’s Warehouse, photo from charcoalblue.com

Get Back! The Dock Street Concerts kicked off earlier this month and brings an exciting and diverse lineup to round out July and August.

Thursday, July 29 (7PM) (Postponed due to inclement weather): Brooklyn poet multi-hyphenate writer and artist Cyrus Aaron—whose poetry is featured in Khadijat Oseni and Julian Alexander’s acclaimed public art project Supremacy Project, currently installed on the exterior walls of St. Ann’s Warehouse—brings the BLK HRS collective of musicians he leads back to St. Ann’s Warehouse by popular demand.

Thursday, August 5 (7PM): Siblings Marcus Machado and Vicky Casis, aka Mach-7 Muzik, blend hip hop with rock, funk, and soul. They lead a jam session called The Cypher that convenes musicians, singers, rappers, poets, and other creatives.

Thursday, August 12 (7PM): NAACP Image Award-nominated poet and Urban Word NYC Artistic Director Mahogany L. Browne, who is also featured in Supremacy Project and was recently named Lincoln Center’s first-ever Poet in Residence at Lincoln Center, returns to St. Ann’s with her show Mahogany L. Browne’s Rhythm Section, including Jive Poetic on turntables and special guests: singer JP Reynolds, singer/poet Adam Falkner, and poet L Ash.

Thursday, August 19 (7PM): The celebrated South Africa-born, New York-based, vocalist, performer, and composer Vuyo Sotashe recently wowed St. Ann’s Warehouse audiences in The Bengsons’ The Broken Ear Setlist: Songs from Ohio. He now headlines a show with his quintet.

Tuesday, August 24 (7PM): Sunny Jain performs music from his “Wild Wild East” project, which recasts the immigrant as the modern-day cowboy and cowgirl. Jain sources inspiration from the scores of Bollywood classics and Spaghetti Westerns, Indian folk traditions, jazz improvisation, and rollicking psychedelic and surf guitar styles.

Thursday, August 26 (7PM): the duo SaaWee is made up of the Latin Grammy-winning New York-based violinist Sita Chay and the provocative London-based percussionist Jihye Kim. They collaborate with Brooklyn singer-songwriter J. Hoard in this performance honoring Elijah McClain and other victims of police violence and hate crimes.

Get Back!: The Dock Street Concerts are supported by Con Edison as part of the #ArtsAlFrescoNY series, which presents free and safe outdoor arts experiences across the five boroughs, and Westchester, Orange and Rockland counties. St. Ann’s Warehouse first presented Get Back! last year as New Yorkers sheltered in place. Inspired by the Beatles’ iconic 1969 rock event, artists perform on St. Ann’s roof balcony.

St. Ann’s is an iconic space for artists to foster their craft. Signature flexible, open space allows artists to stretch, both literally and imaginatively, enabling them to approach work with unfettered creativity, knowing that the theater can be adapted in multiple configurations to suit their needs.

Get Back! 2021: The Dock Street Concerts take place 7-9pm at the top of Dock Street, between St. Ann’s Warehouse and Jane’s Carousel. St. Ann’s Warehouse is located in Brooklyn Bridge Park at 45 Water Street |DUMBO| Brooklyn. For updates, check out St. Ann’s Instagram and Twitter pages.

July 30, 2021
Geddes Hosts Three Upcoming Live Concerts For Its 2021 Summer Concerts in the Park Series

Three bands are set to perform in local parks around the town of Geddes in Onondaga County over the next few weeks as the town continues with its 2021 Summer Concerts in the Park series.

Join the parks of Geddes as the community comes together to celebrate live summer music continuing through early August. Bring out those lawn chairs, blankets, evening snacks, and good spirits to enjoy the musical festivities every Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 pm until August 12. So far, three bands have debuted during this series, including the Mario DeSantis Orchestra, The Cobblerockers, and the Flyin’ Column.

Be sure sure to catch the final three performers – The Lisa Lee Band, The Horn Dogs, and Little Queen – these few upcoming weeks! View the Geddes announcement flyer at the end of this page.

Lakeland Park, Lakeland

Both The Lisa Lee Band and The Horn Dogs will be performing live evening shows at Lakeland Park, Lakeland on July 29 and August 5, respectively. For the final concert of the series, Little Queen will close out with a performance from Woods Road Park, Solvay on Thursday, August 12.

To learn more about the Town of Geddes Summer Concert Series and its co-sponsors, visit the Town of Geddes‘ website. Also, be sure to stay updated with their Facebook page for future concerts and exciting events.

Woods Road Park, Solvay

July 29, 2021
Village of Athens Shares Summer Concert Series

The small Catskills village of Athens is sharing a late summer concert series. The series, put on through the Athens Performing Arts Corporation (APAC) begins July 30 and runs every Friday until September 3.

The concerts will take place in Athens Riverfront Park from 7-9 PM. Admission is free and performances are rain or shine. The lineup boasts diverse acts and genres, from Led Zeppelin cover acts to blues, soul and Americana.

Photo by SleepyHollowLake.org

Located in Greene County, the village of Athens, located within the larger town of Athens, is home to just under 2,000 residents. The village has multiple sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places and sits scenically on the west bank of the Hudson River. Athens has an eclectic and artistic feel with residents passionate about sharing music and art.

Be sure to check out the concert series starting this Friday. The full lineup is below and APAC has been posting updates and information on their Facebook page.

Village of Athens Summer Concert Series Lineup

July 30 – Zozo

August 6 – GA-20

August 13 – Paper Sun

August 20 – Tommy Castro and the Painkillers

August 27 – Classic Stones Live

September 3 – Jon Cleary and the Absolute Monster Gentlemen

Enjoy this throwback performance by SouthSide Johnny!

July 29, 2021
Speculator Announces Summer Concert Series Music on The Point

Speculator has announced that they will host a summer concert series Music on The Point. The live bands will play on Osborne Point, adjacent to the Speculator Public Beach, from 6:30-8:30 PM each Wednesday beginning July 7th. The concert will be sponsored by Oak Mountain, Charlie Johns, and Spectacular Department Store.

Located in Hamilton County, Speculator has a great deal of outdoor activities to offer, leading residents to dub the town the “All-Season Vacationland”. On the shores of Lake Pleasant and a few miles from Sacandaga Lake, there are plenty of opportunities for canoeing, kayaking, and fishing among the many offerings in this small Adirondack town in the summer, with plenty of leaf peeping in the fall and scenic winter hiking.

Speculator Music on the Point Concert Series Lineup:

July 7th – Isaac French

July 14th – The Old Main

July 21st –Two Shoes

July 28th – Insolent Willies

Aug 4th – Kimberly Buckley

Aug 11th – Willie Playmore

Aug 18th – Luke & Mike

Aug 25th – The New Whiskey River Band

July 28, 2021
Waterhole Presents Party on the Patio in Saranac Lake

This summer, Waterhole Music Lounge in Saranac Lake brings back their annual summer series, Party on the Patio, which includes free live music every Thursday night. The shows will be outside the venue on the patio, just in time to watch the beautiful sunset across Saranac Lake.

The Waterhole is located on Main Street in Saranac Lake and serves as a spot for locals and tourists to gather together and enjoy all types of music. It is a multi-tiered outdoor patio space that is a staple for residents of the area, allowing people to share great memories with great company. Party on the Patio is one of Waterhole’s most beloved events that runs from May to October.

This year, Party on the Patio has an incredibly exciting lineup. Bands such as Organ Fairchild, Chestnut Grove, and Los Elk will perform wonderful sets that you don’t want to miss! Shows run every Thursday until October 14th, and every performance will go from 6pm until 10pm.

Party on the Patio 2021 Lineup

7/22 – Organ Fairchild

7/29 – The Old Main

8/5 – Los Blancos

8/12 – Raisinhead

8/19 – Chestnut Grove

8/26 – Barika

9/2 – The Blind Owl Band

9/9 – Los Elk

9/16 – Saints & Liars

9/23 – Billy Wylder

9/30 – The Sideways

10/7 – The Dirty Pennies

10/14 – Last Pop of 2021

July 26, 2021
Upbeat on the Roof Returns for its 20th Season at the Tang

Upbeat on the Roof is a summer concert series held on the Tang Teaching Museum lawn in Saratoga Springs. The concerts have been a hit for fans of all ages for years, and the museum is excited to celebrate the event’s 20th anniversary this summer.

The concert series will run from July 29th until August 19th. Diverse musicians play each year, and this year’s lineup includes: Laveda, Thomasina Winslow, Sun is Poison, and Heavenly Echoes. Concerts will be performed outside of the Tang Teaching Museum at Skidmore College on the gorgeous lawn that is open to the public. Each Thursday, the concerts will begin at 6pm. Visitors are encouraged to bring chairs, blankets, food, and drinks, and most importantly, a vibrant attitude.

All events hosted by the Tang Teaching Museum are free and open to all visitors. If you find yourself near Saratoga Springs this summer, you will not want to miss the tranquility brought to you by Upbeat on the Roof, showcasing beautiful live music.

Upbeat on the Roof 2021 Lineup

July 29th: Laveda, 6pm

August 5th: Thomasina Winslow, 6pm

August 12th: Sun is Poison, 6pm

August 19th: Heavenly Echoes, 6pm

July 22, 2021
Town of Colonie Presents “Concerts At The Crossings”

The village of Colonie, located just north of Albany, has been running an outdoor concert series sure to be fun for the whole family.

The series kicked off on July 8 and runs every Thursday from 6-8 PM. Shows are held at the Crossings of Colonie, which was named the Capital Region’s #1 Best Park in 2018. The Crossings is over 130 acres and features scenic walking and biking trails, a tranquil pond, playgrounds for the kids, and grassy meadows for picnics or other gatherings.

Admission to the concert series is free. Audiences are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets and of course, their favorite dance partners.

Colonie is the most populous suburb of Albany, with more than 83,000 residents, so it is no surprise the village has much to offer. Whether it be the bustling farmers’ market (also held in the Crossings) or extensive shopping at the nearby Colonie Center mall, there are countless options for summertime entertainment. Colonie also has a strong music and arts scene, evidenced not only by the concert series but also by the numerous galleries and art shows across town.

The Thursday concerts are rain or shine in the Crossings Park gazebo. For more information contact Laura Archambault (518-783-2760, ext. 2101 or ArchambaultL@colonie.org). The full lineup is listed below.

7/8: Body & Soul

7/15: The Lustre Kings

7/22: Carmen & LGP

7/29: Georgie Wonders Big Band

8/5: New York Players

8/12: LAUR

8/19: Josh Casano

8/26: Garland Nelson’s Reflection: Motown Tribute

The Audiostars performed at the Crossings in 2017.

July 21, 2021