NYS Music 202​2

Author: Allison Marie

  • In Focus: Kameron Marlowe in Horseheads at The L

    Kameron Marlowe’s first headlining tour, “We Were Cowboys” rolled into Horseheads, NY on Sunday, November 13th. The North Carolina native performed his second of three stops in NY on the tour. Opening the show was the Southern Tier’s very own Brian Hughes and Nashville singer/songwriter Wyatt McCubbin.

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    Kameron Marlowe, photo by Allison Marie.

    Marlowes’ career kicked off in 2018 – a contestant on season 15 of The Voice. After being eliminated, he moved to Nashville where he independently released his first, now certified Gold single in 2019, Giving You Up, which surpassed 15 million streams in less than a year. He is signed with Columbia Nashville. Kameron’s debut single from Columbia was Burn Em All which is still climbing the country charts. His debut album, We Were Cowboys is available now.

    Horsehead’s local rocker Brian Hughes opened the show and set the tone by performing some classic covers and originals. The singer/songwriter and talented musician also performs with the band Rust. Hughes recently released a solo album, I Surrender which can be found on all streaming platforms. His website can be found here.

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    Wyatt McCubbin, photo by Allison Marie

    Southern Ohio/Nashville singer/songwriter Wyatt McCubbin was the second opening act which makes perfect sense as McCubbin co-wrote a handful of songs on Marlowe’s debut album, We Were Cowboys, such as “This Old Town,” “We Were Cowboys,” and “Does It Have To Be Over.” Writing hits for artists like Riley Green, Dustin Lynch, Cody Johnson, Tracey Lawrence and others, McCubbin is the next artist to follow!

    Marlowes’ career is just taking off and with a show like at The L, he is sure to keep fans excited for more!

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    Kameron Marlowe, by Allison Marie

    Setlist: Sober, This Old Town, Over Now, Steady Heart, Folsom, Tequila Talking, We Were Cowboys, Raise One Up, Save a Horse, Leaving To Me, Aint Enough Whiskey, Stay Here and Drink, Saying Goodbye, Money Aint Shit, Country Boys Prayer, Im Over You, Running Out on You, In Color, Fool Me Again, Trouble, Does It Have To Be Over, Girl On Fire, Giving You Up
    Encore: Burn Em All

    For tour dates and more on Kameron Marlowe, visit his website here.

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  • Brandy Clark To Bring “The Art of the Storyteller Tour” to Homer’s Center for the Arts on June 20

    Singer-songwriter Brandy Clark, who is a 10-time Grammy nominee and CMA “Song of the Year” recipient, is set to perform an intimate night of stories and music Monday at the Center for the Arts in Homer.

    Brandy Clark, photo credit: Chris Phelps

    Every songwriter has stories to tell. The Art of the Storyteller Tour will feature new unreleased music from Clark’s upcoming album she is currently working on. Recently performing on “CMT Crossroads: Leann Rimes & Friends,” there is no doubt she is one of the most respected artists of our time. As well as being on her own musical journey, Brandy has written hits for many of todays top artists like Miranda Lambert, Kacey Musgraves, Alicia Keys, and more.

    “I hope people listening find themselves in me finding myself.”

    Brandy Clark

    Each stop features different special guests giving local singer-songwriters a chance to share their story. Central New York’s own groovy indie-folk group, The Rollin’ Rust, will be joining her on Monday evening.

    The Rollin’ Rust. Photo provided by website, www.therollinrust.com

    Brandy Clark – “The Art of the Storyteller Tour”
    June 17 – Montgomery, NY – City Winery
    June 18 – Holyoke, MA – Race Street Live
    June 20 – Homer, NY – Center For the Arts
    June 21 – Toronto, ON – Great Hall
    June 23 – Ann Arbor, MI – The Ark
    June 24 – Gary, IN – Hard Rock Casino
    June 25 – Minneapolis, MN – Dakota

    General Admission tickets are available for $25, here.

  • Jimkata Opens Ithaca Night Bazaar Summer Festival Series

    Ithaca Night Bazaar kicked off their summer festival series on Thursday evening, May 19, with hometown favorite, Jimkata. The captivating trio returned to the stage in Ithaca for the first time in six years. Jimkata fans were engaged and elevated as the 90 minute set of mesmerizing synths included fifteen years of hits plus “Wanna Go” and “Wait for You” from Bonfires, the bands most recent album.

    Jimkata performs at the Ithaca Night Bazaar. Photo by Allison Marie.

    Harmonizing their talents since grade school, Evan Friedell, Aaron Gorsch and Packy Lunn have developed a paradise for their fans to get lost in with a visual and lyrical approach like no other band out there. Their distinctive sound and catchy hooks will be sure to take you on a moving wild ride.

    Evan Friedell of Jimkata. Photo by Allison Marie.

    Learn more about Jimkata on their website.

    Jimkata – Thursday, May 19 – Ithaca

    Setlist: Die Digital, Wild Ride, Wait For You, Wanna Go, Writing On The Wall, Feel In Light, Jumping Out of Airplanes, Blessings in Disguise, Bonfires, Innocence, Ride the Wave, Weight of Paradise, Release. Encore: Won’t Let You Down, Nightshade.

    Packy Lunn of Jimkata. Photo by Allison Marie.

    Jimkata Tour Dates

    May 27 – Pueblo, CO – ARISE Festival 2022
    May 29 – Chillicothe, IL – Summer Camp Music Festival
    June 16 – Asbury Park, NJ – Wonder Bar
    June 17 – Brooklyn, NY – Knitting Factory
    June 18 – Beach Haven, NJ – HopSauce Fest 2022
    Aug 19 – Sherman, NY – Beyond The Blue 2022

  • In Focus: Eli Young Band at Sharkeys Bar + Grill

    Eli Young Band kicked up some dust bringing their Love Talking Tour to Sharkey’s in Syracuse. The multi-platinum country four man band sang their number one hits from the past two decades and fans also got to enjoy their brand new single, “Break Up In a Bar.” In addition the song will be featured on the bands sixth upcoming studio album, Love Talking, set to release on June 3, 2022.

    Eli Young Band at Sharkey’s Bar + Grill in Liverpool. Photo by Allison Marie.

    The Denton, Texas band was formed while members attended college together and is composed by Mike Eli (lead singer, guitar), Jon Jones (bass guitar), James Young (guitar) and Chris Thompson (drummer).

    Lead singer Mike Eli. Photo by Allison Marie.

    Whether you’re a crazy girl or you got a little drunk that night, the Eli Young Band always delivers all the love songs. Energy radiated from the stage and was felt by the crowd as they sang and danced the night away. One of the most notable performances of the evening was their cover of “Come Together” by the Beatles. After two hours of relentless hits the band closed the show out with a personal favorite of mine, Guinevere.

    You can learn more about the Eli Young Band on their website.

    Eli Young Band. Photo by Allison Marie.

    Setlist: Drunk Last Night, Break Up In a Bar, Where Were You, Always The Love Songs, Love Talking, Skeletons, Skin & Bones, When It Rains, Medley, Lucky For Me, Dust, Even If It Breaks Your Heart, Come Together (the Beatles), Saltwater Gospel, Love Ain’t, Crazy Girl, Guinevere.

    Love Talking Tour 2022 Tour Dates

    May 13 – Fayetteville, AK – Georgies Majestic Lounge
    May 14 – Meridian, MS – Meridian City Hall
    May 19 – Denton, TX – The Dive
    May 20 – Helotes, TX – John Floore Country Store
    May 21 – Amarillo, TX – Starlight Ranch
    May 27 – Caney, KS – Fourth & Live
    May 28 – Austin, TX – Lonestar Jam
    June 2 – Dewey Beach, DE – Bottle & Cork
    June 3 – Washington, D.C. – The Bullpen
    June 4 – Angola, IN – Eclectic Room
    June 9 – Fort Collins, CO – Aggie Theatre
    June 10 – Kamas, UT – Dejoria Center
    June 11 – Burley, ID – King Fine Arts Center
    June 17 – New Braunfels, TX – Whitewater Amp
    June 18 – El Campo, TX – Greek Bros
    June 22 – Aspen, CO – Belly Up
    June 25 – Sante Fe, NM – Hilton Buffalo Thunder