Category: News Desk

  • 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.

  • Rooftop Rock Fundraiser at Bogart House to Benefit Brooklyn Musicians

    Gear up for a night of music, dance, and community on a rooftop in Brooklyn! “Rooftop Rock,” a live-music fundraiser event for local artists, will be held at the Bogart House in Bushwick on Sunday, August 15.

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    Starting at 11 a.m., various Brooklyn-based bands will take the stage at the Bogart House’s roof-deck in hopes to bring the Bushwick community together by sharing and promoting local music. New York City visual artists will also have some pieces on display and for sale. All proceeds from the event will be evenly distributed amongst all performers.

    By giving back to the artist community, we give to the community as a whole. The fundamentals of creativity are essential to the well-being of every New Yorker and the city’s vibrancy at its core.

    Alyssa Martin, Founder of Chelsea Records NY
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    Hosted by non-profit organization Chelsea Records, Rooftop Rock seeks to uplift new musical acts by relieving the pressures and financial burdens of booking shows. This more lighthearted approach allows for a concert experience where artists can express themselves without hesitation and the art can speak for itself. Especially after a year of isolation, collaboration and networking is essential to bring life into local music scenes again.

    We began using a personal roster of musicians to book full line-up shows at local venues and used our own individual contacts to fill the room. (Musicians) were also exposed to a brand new audience that soaked in all of their incredible work.

    Alyssa Martin, Founder of Chelsea Records NY

    A full bar will be available on site and more artists are to be announced. Tickets are on sale now for $25 each on Humbler.

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    Rooftop Rock Details

    Date: Sunday, August 15th, 2021

    Time: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

    Location: Bogart House – 230 Bogart Street Brooklyn, NY (Rooftop)

    Musical Lineup:

    Almost Sex (Alt Pop Duo)
    Jake Pinto Project (Alt)
    Alyssa Grey
    Pastel (Rock)
    Pan Arcadia (Alt Rock)

    Visual Artists:
    Ella Eliakim
    Jesse Lee

    Pan Arcadia performing “After the Flood” live in 2020
  • Albany Pro Musica Begins their 41st Season on August 8

    On August 8th, Albany Pro Musica will begin their 41st season of live music, which will also be their first show since the COVID-19 pandemic began. There is something for everyone this season, ranging from Broadway to Brahms.

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    Albany Pro Musica is a choral ensemble known for its ability to conquer all genres of music with distinction. It was founded in 1981 by a professor at the University of Albany that believed there was need for community musicians to get the opportunity to perform professionally. APM attracts audiences from all over the world with their diverse, bold musical projects.

    Their 41st season starts off strong, with a performance of musical theater favorites, including “Aquarius”/“Let the Sunshine In” from Hair; “My Favorite Things” from The Sound of Music; and a medley of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s best Broadway tunes. The Park Playhouse in Albany’s Washington Park will allow for distanced outdoor seating to ensure the safety of our patrons and singers. 

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    On October 24th, APM will perform “Let’s Talk About Love,” which is exactly what the title describes it as — the ensemble will feature various compositions bout love, ranging from heartache to platonic and romantic love to sacred, intimate love. The concert will be held at Troy Savings Bank Music Hall and will commence at 3pm.

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    On December 19th, APM will perform one of its most popular shows, their Christmas special. It is a holiday tradition for many, designed to inspire and celebrate through the power of music. Framed by Lauridsen’s mesmerizing O Magnum Mysterium and The Many Moods of Christmas Suite, this performance will also feature the premiere of a new work for chorus, orchestra, and baritone, written and performed by APM’s composer-in-residence Bradley Ellingboe. The show will be performed at the Troy Savings Bank Music Hall.

    On March 6th, 2022, Albany Pro Musica will indulge in Rachmaninoff’s magnificent “All Night Vigil,” often referred to as “Vespers.” It is one of the most celebrated choral works in history and is noted for its beautiful spirituality. It will also be performed at the Troy Savings Bank Music Hall.

    The closing show for the 41st season of Albany Pro Musica will be Brahms’ Human Requiem on May 8th, 2022. Unlike traditional requiem masses, this piece focuses on the living, beginning with the second Beatitude: “Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted.” The performance will be a tribute to all the lives lost due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and to provide comfort for those who lost loved ones during this time. It is the most beautiful and precious way to finish off a highly anticipated, meaningful 41st season for Albany Pro Musica.

    Tickets for and more information regarding this concert series can be found here!

  • Turkuaz Hits The Road After Announcing 2021 Fall Tour With Special Guests Thumpasaurus

    Brooklyn-based funk band Turkuaz has announced their safe and triumphant return to the road with a 2021 fall tour across the United States alongside the Los Angeles-based quintet, Thumpasaurus.

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    Turkuaz and Thumpasaurus will be kicking the tour off at Jazz Fest in New Orleans, Louisiana on October 8 with shows continuing throughout the South for the majority of October. The band then comes home for two Halloween shows at New York City’s own recently renovated and reopened Webster Hall before they make their way down the East Coast through November until early December. They will be making Two more stops in New York on November 16 at Empire Live in Albany and on November 18 at the Town Ballroom in Buffalo. Following their East Coast stint, Turkuaz will then hit the Midwest and West with plays in Omaha, Nebraska, and Denver, Colorado before they wrap up in Chicago at Park West.

    “We’re ready to be back on the bus, trekking around the country, and bringing that energy that only live (and loud) music brings to us and our fans alike.”

    Turkuaz frontman Dave Brandwein following the band’s recent summer tour

    To top off the year, Turkuaz will also be celebrating 2022 with their annual New Year’s Eve Ball Drop event in Hartford, CT for two nights at Infinity Hall. General tickets are is now on sale via the band’s website with some free showings available. Be sure to listen to Turkuaz’s latest music and releases on Spotify HERE

    Turkuaz Fall 2021 Tour

    Turkuaz Fall 2021 Tour Dates, with Special Guests Thumpasaurus

    Aug. 11 – Livingston, MT – Pine Creek Lodge *
    Aug. 12 – Victor, ID – Music On Main Series *
    Aug. 14 – ParkCity, UT – Canyons *
    Aug.15 – Huntsville, UT – Blues, Brew, & BBQ *
    Aug. 16 – Aspen, CO – Belly Up *
    Aug. 17 – Vail, CO – Hot Summer Nights Series *
    Aug. 18 – Cheyenne, WY – The Lincoln Cheyenne *
    Aug. 24 – Santa Fe, NM – Santa Fe Plaza
    Aug. 26 – Dallas, TX – Deep Ellum Art Company
    Aug. 27 – Austin, TX – Mohawk
    Aug. 28 – Houston, TX – Last Concert Cafe 
    Oct. 8th – New Orleans, LA – Tipitinas *
    Oct. 19th – Charleston, SC – Pour House
    Oct. 20th – Savannah, GA – District Live 
    Oct. 21st – Atlanta, GA – Terminal West 
    Oct. 22nd – Asheville, NC –  Orange Peel
    Oct. 23rd – Nashville, TN – Brooklyn Bowl
    Oct. 24th – Birmingham, AL – Saturn
    Oct. 27th – Raleigh, NC – Lincoln Theatre
    Oct. 28th – Washington, DC – 9:30 Club
    Oct. 29th – New York, NY – Webster Hall
    Oct. 30th – New York, NY – Webster Hall

    Nov. 4th – Burlington, VT – Higher Ground
    Nov. 5th – Boston, MA – Big Night Live
    Nov. 6th – Portland, ME – State Theater
    Nov. 16th – Albany, NY – Empire Live
    Nov. 17th – Harrisburg, PA – HMAC
    Nov. 18th – Buffalo, NY – Town Ballroom 
    Nov. 19th – Cleveland, OH – House of Blues
    Nov. 20th – Detroit, MI – El Club
    Dec. 2nd – Richmond, VA – The National
    Dec. 3rd – Philadelphia, PA – TBA
    Dec. 4th – Columbus, OH – Bluestone
    Dec. 5th – Grand Rapids, MI – Elevation
    Dec. 9th – Minneapolis, MN – Fine Line *
    Dec. 10th – Omaha, NE – Waiting Room *
    Dec. 11th – Denver, CO – TBA
    Dec. 14th – Madison, WI -Majestic Theatre *
    Dec. 15th – Louisville, KY -Gravely Brewing *
    Dec. 16th – St. Louis, MO – Delmar Hall *
    Dec. 17th – Indianapolis, IN – The Vogue *
    Dec. 18th – Chicago, IL – Park West *
    Dec. 30th & 31st – Hartford, CT – Infinity Hall *

    * w/ performances from Thumpasaurus

  • Dopapod Announces Fall 2021 Tour, Tickets on sale now

    Dopapod has announced a set of Fall 2021 tour dates including the first three shows in Brooklyn, Saratoga Springs, and Ithaca.

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    Dopapod has been composed of Eli Winderman (keys and vocals), Rob Compa (guitar and vocals), Chuck Jones (bass), and Neal “Fro” Evans (drums) since its formation in 2007 at Berklee College Of Music. The band’s accomplishments include a flourishing fanbase across the country, yearly show counts tallying into the hundreds, and high-profile appearances at festivals like Bonnaroo, Electric Forest, Summer Camp, High Sierra, and more. Most recently, in fall of 2017, the group released Megagem, the band’s fifth studio album, which Glide Magazine called “simultaneously their most focused and thematically ambitious affair to date.”

    The band and each of its seven albums sports a palindromic name, meaning it can be read the same forward as backward. More than that, balance has become the band’s modus operandi, with the group consciously juggling the darker tones of heavy rock with lighthearted humor; synthesizing tastes of funk, jazz, bluegrass, electronica, and more within their complex improvisational compositions. During live shows, Dopapod is known for taking fans on a full-out journey, guiding attendees through periods of frenzied dance contrasted with moments of thoughtful contemplation.

    After a successful decade together, Dopapod went on a planned hiatus in 2018 with the goal of restoring balance to the band. Eli Winderman explained, “We have a fresh perspective on the whole thing—a different outlook on the band and on life. There’s a lot of renewed energy we’re feeling around it all.”

    The time and space allowed each member to rekindle their passion for the project and bring their long-standing friendships with one another back to the forefront. With this time gifted to themseblves, the group has also intentionally reflected on their music, working together to breathe new life into old songs and revitalize live performances. “We’re excited to come back and play these songs together again, to see if they can take on a new life,” Chuck Jones added. “After this year off, we’re not just going to be playing the same songs the same way we were five years ago.”

    Tickets are now on sale via Dopapod.com. To stay up to date follow Dopapod on their socials including Instagram, Facebook, Reddit, Youtube, Spotify, and SoundCloud.

  • “Ethel Waters: His Eye Is On The Sparrow” Opens New Capital Repertory Theatre Venue in August

    The musical biography, Ethel Waters: His Eye Is On The Sparrow, begins at the Capital Repertory Theatre’s new home at 251 N. Pearl St. on Tuesday, Aug 24 and will continue through to Sept 26.

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    Ethel Waters broke through the Jim Crow ceiling of recording studios, radio, musical theater and movies to become an inspirational legend. Written by Larry Parr, this show celebrates the life of Ethel Waters. The actress and recording star crossed racial barriers to win Grammy Awards, star in her own television show, and be nominated for Emmy and Academy awards. The title role of Ethel Waters will be portrayed by Broadway veteran and award-winning actress Jannie Jones.  

    Capital Region audiences will remember Jones’ acclaimed performances at theREP in Smokey Joe’s Café, Crowns, Black Pearl Sings, and most recently A Night With Janis Joplin, where she brought the house down as Aretha Franklin and Nina Simone. She won an Audelco Award for August Wilson’s Women as “Rose” in Fences and a Bay Area Theatre Critics Award as “Pearl” in Black Pearl Sings

    “I am very excited to be returning to Capital Rep; having done ‘Crowns’, ‘Black Pearl Sings’ and ‘A Night With Janis Joplin’ in past years,” says Jones. “I can’t wait to look into the eyes of the warm and inviting audiences in Albany once again. I’m simply delighted to work with the wonderful Maggie Cahill and I am very honored to be doing the first full production on the theatre’s brand-new stage.”  

    Playwright Larry Parr’s work has had hundreds of regional theatre productions. His trio of plays celebrating illustrious Black female artists, Hi-hatted Hattie, My Castle’s Rockin’ and Ethel Waters: His Eye Is On The Sparrow have each won numerous playwriting awards. 

    This show is the first fully produced show in theREP’s new theatre, which includes a 309-seat Main Stage and a smaller flexible studio theatre. A special opening night pre-show celebration will take place to light theREP’s marquee on Tuesday, Aug 24 at 6:30 pm under the awning of the theatre. Songs of celebration will be performed as part of the official “ribbon cutting” to usher in the first season at 251 N. Pearl St. Curtain time on opening night is 7:30 pm.  

    On Sept 19, a “Behind the Scenes” pre-show talk with Jones and Producing Artistic Director Maggie Mancinelli-Cahill will take place before the Sunday matinee at 1-1:30 pm. Jones will discuss the life of Ethel Waters and her importance in musical history. The event is free to ticket holders of any performance of the show. 

    No concessions will be served for the run of ETHEL WATERS; patrons may bring personal bottled water into the auditorium. A link to safety protocols can be found at the Capital Repertory website.   The show runs 90 minutes without an intermission. 

    Regular Performances Weekly Schedule:

    Tues-Thurs: 7:30 pm 
    Fri: 8 pm 
    Sat: 3 pm 
    Sun: 2 pm 
    Sept 1: Wednesday Matinee at 2 pm 
    Sept 18: Saturday Evening Performance at 8 pm    

    As part of theREP’s opening celebration, specially discounted tickets will be available during the run of Ethel Waters for senior groups, residents of the Arbor Hill Neighborhood, and civic and church groups as part of the theatre’s Neighbors for Neighbors outreach programming. For more information about Neighbors for Neighbors discount tickets, please call the box office at (518) 346-6204. 

    Tickets range from $22 to $52. Reservations may be made online at the Capital Repertory website or by calling the box office from 10 am-2 pm weekdays at (518) 346-6204. $16 student discounts are available at all performances with valid student ID. Tickets may also be reserved in person at theREP box office two hours before show time Tuesdays through Sundays. 

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    The inaugural season at 251 N. Pearl St. consists of four titles on the 2020-21 announced season that was postponed due to the pandemic: the plays “The True” and “Fly” and the musicals “Jersey Boys” and “Wizard of Oz”. In addition, the subscription plan includes a play at Proctors, “To Kill a Mockingbird” starring Richard Thomas. Both theREP and Proctors are part of Proctors Collaborative.

    The subscription series pricing starts at $153. Contact the box office 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday through Friday by calling (518) 346-6204 or visit capitalrep.org to subscribe.

    In addition to “Ethel Waters: His Eye is on the Sparrow”, there is one additional previously announced show at theREP that is being presented later this year for 2019-20 subscribers and the general public:

    “The Irish and How They Got That Way” is being presented Nov. 19-Dec. 19. Tickets for this show are also currently on sale.

    The subscription season line-up:

    Fly

    Jan. 28 – Feb. 27, 2022

    Experience the thrill of flight commandeered by WWII flying aces, the Tuskegee Airmen. Trey Ellis and Ricardo Khan’s soaring play takes us on a breathtaking journey with the first African-American Army Air Corp fighters. Based on true events, FLY takes you through the trials and tribulations of four recruits who transform from a collection of motley individuals into a true brotherhood of fighter pilots. Using tap dancing and spoken word, this ingenious play will have you sitting on the edge of your seat, as you experience the magnitude of this emotional ride t first hand.

    The True

    April 1-May 1, 2022

    Albany. Peek behind the curtains in Sharr White’s drama about the blunt, profane, decades-long defender of Albany’s Democratic Party machine, Dorothea “Polly” Noonan. Politics is personal for Noonan, especially now that her hero, “mayor for life” Erastus Corning II, is battling for party control, while at the same time fighting the fiercest primary challenge of his life. THE TRUE is an intimate portrait of the bounds of love, loyalty and female power in the male-dominated world of 1977 patronage politics.

    Harper Lee’s To Kill A Mockingbird

    June 14-19, 2022 – at Proctors

    All rise for Academy Award® winner Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prizewinning masterwork. The New York Times Critic’s Pick HARPER LEE’S TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD is “the most successful American play in Broadway history. It has not played to a single empty seat” (60 Minutes). Rolling Stone gives it 5 stars, calling it “an emotionally shattering landmark production of an American classic,” and New York Magazine calls it “a real phenomenon. Majestic and incandescent, it’s filled with breath, nuance, and soul.” With direction by Tony Award® winner Bartlett Sher, TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD — “the greatest novel of all time” (Chicago Tribune) — has quickly become “one of the greatest plays in history” (NPR).

    Jersey Boys

    July 15 – Aug 21, 2022

    “O, What A Night!” and you’ll want to dance it away to this tune-filled journey with the Four Seasons! Follow the four boys from New Jersey, from their first stumbles and fumbles to their rise to become international icons of their generation. See how the group was almost ripped apart by personal problems and professional differences yet managed to climb to the top of the pop charts repeatedly with big hits, including “Sherry,” “Walk Like A Man, “ “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You,” and many more. Travel with the boys to “late December back in 63,” and relive the music hits of Frankie Valli, Tommy DeVito, Bob Gaudio and Nick Massi.

    The Wizard of Oz

    Dates to be announced

    Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! Revisit your childhood in Frank Baum’s beloved classic story, with all the songs we love from the award-winning movie. You’ll meet all your favorite characters from Kansas and the wonderful land of Oz. Follow Dorothy and Toto as they travel the yellow brick road in search of the Wizard, while encountering new friends as well as dangers caused by the Wicked Witch of the West.

    Sing along with the Munchkins to timeless classics such as “Over the Rainbow,” “We’re Off to See the Wizard,” and “Yellow Brick Road”. The show gets the special theREP treatment with actor-musicians, delightful new arrangements and an imaginative setting in the intimate environment of our new theatre. You’ll leave the show feeling braver, smarter with your heart wide open!

  • 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.

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    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 Projectcurrently 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 Centerreturns 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.

  • Fair Visions Announce Sophomore EP, Lead Single “Modern Kids”

    Fair Visions, a Brooklyn-based pop-punk act led by songwriter Ryan Work, has announced their sophomore EP. The Modern Kids EP comes out September 1 but in the meantime, fans can listen to their title track and lead single, “Modern Kids.”

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    Photo by Rita Iovine

    “Modern Kids” has received praise from critics like Under the Radar and Indie 88. The track certainly evokes an 80s sensibility, complete with synths and pulsing rhythms. Fair Visions brings a new wave sound into a new era, inspired by icons like Bowie, New Order and Depeche Mode. 

    Fair Visions’ last project was their 2020 EP, A Way Out. The upcoming Modern Kids EP will bring a darker, more melancholic sound with new sonic textures. Work and the band have stated that their forthcoming LP, slated for release in 2022, thematically addresses “family issues and apocalypse feelings”. 

    Work came to New York by way of his Tennessee hometown. In 2018, Fair Visions opened for fellow post-punk revivalists Nation of Language, which led Work to align with studio collaborator Abe Seiferth (LCD Soundsystem, Guerilla Toss, Car Seat Headrest). Seiferth had a large role in the studio production of Modern Kids.

    “Modern Kids” is available to stream now while the titles of the five other EP tracks have been released. In advance of September 1, be sure to connect with Fair Visions on Facebook and Instagram and listen to “Modern Kids” below.

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    MODERN KIDS – TRACKLIST

    01. Down

    02. Modern Kids

    03. The Soft Machine

    04. Channel

    05. New Values

    06. Threads

  • 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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    Woods Road Park, Solvay

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  • PhanArt Atlantic City Announces Artist Lineup

    PhanArt shows are back and in person, with the first installment coming to Caesar’s Atlantic City on Saturday, August 14. The event showcases more than two dozen artists, featuring posters, clothing, ceramics, photography, fine art and much more–all with a Phish inspired flair.

    The last in-person PhanArt show was held on December 30, 2019 in NYC. After this long hiatus due to the pandemic, organizers and vendors are eager to enjoy another great event. Much like the last show, the Atlantic City event will present morning yoga sessions, live music by (this time by Sweeping Views), and “phan philm” screenings. This is the first new PhanArt show, with others planned for Lake Tahoe and Denver in September.

    This year’s “phan philm” screenings include “We’ve Got it Simple“, a documentary exploring the wonderful world of Phish fans, and “Cirque du Cambodia“, which tells the story of two Cambodian teenagers with dreams of joining the Cirque du Soleil company.

    As always, admission is free. The show will run from 12-5 PM at Caesar’s. The art show, yoga and film screenings are all located on the 3rd floor of the Centurion Tower, above the Palladium Ballroom, in Empire A & B. Check out the video below to get hyped up!