Over Yondr Festival returns to Greene County with three days of music, camping and phone-free fun. June 24th to the 26th, festival goers will enjoy performances from !!!, Topaz Jones, Sheer Mag and more.
The full lineup will be revealed shortly, and talented acts including Brooklyn’s own Kaleta & The Super Yamba Band, Bones of JR Jones and Kississippi are already confirmed to perform. The Catskills based festival provides the unique chance to disconnect from technology and enjoy music in one of NY’s most beautiful places.
The weekend gathering will also have food trucks, full bars and games available, as well as hot showers. Festival goers are encouraged to secure their phones and other devices in Yondr pouches, but there will be designated phone-use areas for those who need them.
Sheer Mag
Formed in 2019, Over Yondr has grown into one of today’s most exclusive festival experiences. They’ve helped organize events for big names including Dave Chappelle, Kevin Hart and Silk Sonic while creating a safe space where fans can take in entertainment free of outside worries.
Festival passes, as well as more information, are available here. COVID vaccination or a negative COVID test is required to attend. Attendees are encouraged to bring equipment and supplies that could help the whole festival community.
The Outlaw Music Festival returns for its 2022 tour, with a number of great artists and three NY stops. Festival goers will have the chance to see artists like Willie Nelson & Family, The Avett Brothers and Billy Strings, along with many others at the Bethel Woods Center, Darien Lake Amphitheater and SPAC.
Headed by Willie Nelson, the festival celebrates togetherness and provides a place for friends and family to come together. Starting 6/24, fans will have the opportunity to see performances from a different mix of artists every night including big names like Chris Stapleton and rising stars like Brittney Spencer.
Fans can expect more than just stellar performances, as there are also unique vendor villages where local foods and drinks can be bought. Mike’s Hard Lemonade Seltzer will join the festival tour as the “Official Hard Seltzer”, hosting pop up experiences, giveaways and more.
Outlaw Music Fest 2019
After originally debuting in Scranton, PA in 2016, Outlaw Music Festival has expanded into the national event that it is today. The festival has gained prestige due to the previous award winning acts that have performed such as Robert Plant, Neil Young and Bob Dylan.
Tickets, as well as the lineups for each date can be found here.
June 24, 2022 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
June 25, 2022 – Grand Rapids, MI – Van Andel Arena
June 26, 2022 – Indianapolis, IN – Ruoff Music Center
July 1, 2022 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP
July 2, 2022 – Dallas, TX – Dos Equis Pavilion
July 29, 2022 – Cleveland, OH – Blossom Music Center
July 30, 2022 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverbend Music Center
July 31, 2022 – Pittsburgh, PA – The Pavilion at Star Lake
August 12, 2022 – Gilford, NH – Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion
August 13, 2022 – Bethel, NY – Bethel Woods Center
August 14, 2022 – Darien, NY – Darien Lake Amphitheater
September 9, 2022 – Atlanta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
September 10, 2022 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion
September 11, 2022 – Virginia Beach, VA – Veteran’s United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach
September 13, 2022 – Bridgeport, CT – Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater
September 16, 2022 – Boston, MA – Xfinity Center
September 17, 2022 – Columbia, MD – Merriweather Post Pavilion
September 18, 2022 – Saratoga Springs, NY – SPAC
September 23, 2022 – Philadelphia, PA – Waterfront Music Pavilion
Bob Mould, former member of Hüsker Dü, has announced his 2022 World tour with stops in Pawling, Albany and Woodstock. Mould will be joined by openers H.C McEntire, Vic Bondi and J. Robbins.
PC : James Richard IV
The Malone, NY native will spend a total of four months touring the world, from California all the way to the UK and Ireland. His journey will end back in the States, in North Carolina, on 10/23. His three NY dates include Daryl’s House in Pawling, Lark Hall in Albany and Levon Helm Studio in Woodstock.
Mould has recently announced the opening acts that would be joining him on different sections of the tour. H.C McEntire will join the California and Southern shows, Vic Bondi will join the Pacific Northwest shows and J. Robbins will join the Northeast shows.
Fans will be able to enjoy performances of Mould’s latest work, including songs from recent release The Ocean, as well as Hüsker Dü throwbacks and much more. The Ocean features special acoustic versions of songs from Mould’s 2020 album Blue Hearts and a rendition of Hüsker Dü’s, ‘Divide and Conquer’.
The David Bowie Glamour Fanzine and Sound City have come together to organize the first annual David Bowie World Fan Convention. From June 17th-19th, Bowie enthusiasts will have the opportunity to show their love for the iconic artist in Liverpool’s Mountford Hall.
The unconventional convention will have a number of events and performances to keep fans entertained. Hula-hoop artist Natasha Moonshine will make an appearance, along with dancer Joshua Hubbard and performance artist Pretentious Dross. Drag artist Jonny Woo will serve as a host for the Bowie Ball events. Woo, owner of the London LGBTQ+ venue The Glory, is also a founding member of Glastonbury’s drag scene at NYC Downlow.
The David Bowie Glamour Fanzine and Sound City have hand-picked the musical acts for the convention, with Bowie tribute band, Rebel Heroes, being the first group confirmed. DJs The MenWhoFell2Earth and Sonic Youtha will entice fans to come to the dance floor with Bowie deep cuts, familiar favorites and associated hits.
David Bowie during David Bowie’s 50th Birthday Celebration Concert at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York, United States. (Photo by Patti Ouderkirk/WireImage)
There will also be an array of art installations and displays. Painter Shaun Lowndes will be exhibiting his surrealist, comic book inspired work, while ceramic artist Maria Primolan will be displaying her series of sculptures, each piece modeled after a different Bowie era.
Some of Bowie’s closest friends and collaborators will make appearances during the two day event. Influential image makers like Tim Bret-Day and Brian Duffy will answer fan questions and give insight into Bowie’s creative processes and life.
Dream-pop group Sooner has just released their debut LP, Days and Nights. The Brooklyn based group kicked off album promotions by premiering their first single ‘Boscobel’ with FLOOD magazine.
Days and Nights cover
Formed in 2016, Sooner blends elements of alternative rock, dream pop and shoegaze to create their melodic sound. Members Federica Tassano (vocals), John Farris (guitar), Andrew Possehl (bass), and Tom Wolfson (drums) have come together after a series of fits and starts to finally release the amalgamation of their hard work.
‘Persona’ coaxes you in with Tassano’s youthful, airy voice as your feet subconsciously start to tap along to Wolfson’s drums. Lyrics questioning a man’s sobriety and the efforts one goes through for individuals that don’t care add to the depth Sooner displays within their work.
‘Kingdom’ draws unique inspiration from Mary Oliver’s poem “Small Kingdoms”. The strong instrumental start does its job in grabbing your focus and keeping it locked in. Bass and guitar are front and center in this track.
‘Dusk’ closes the LP with a calming, submerged presence. Tassano’s ethereal chants float around you and as the final song concludes, it feels like you’ve just left a close friend’s recording session. Your muscles are relaxed and your mind is clear.
Days and Nights is now available on all streaming platforms, as well as the group’s Bandcamp.
NYC indie band Morningsiders have returned to unveil their newest album I’ve Got a Song, along with the release of their new single ‘Hang the Cedar’, a song detailing the struggles of finding identity within a friend group.
The folk-pop trio recorded the single with the help of well-known producer Peter Katis, who has also worked with The National, Interpol and Sharon Van Etten. The song came together after the group realized that they had a piano pattern that would work perfectly as a verse. Building outward from the verse resulted in a cohesive story and smooth melodies.
‘Hang the Cedar’ captures the difficulty of developing a personality while navigating within a friend group. It can be an added challenge when you consider how those around you view you, but the Morningsiders are here to help you along.
PC : Shervin Lainez
“It’s like all of a sudden you have a chance to meet yourself, but also to reinvent and curate in a way that you couldn’t before.”
Morningsiders
Morningsiders is comprised of Magnus Ferguson (vocals/guitar), Reid Jenkins (fiddle/vocals) and Robert Frech (piano). After forming in 2012, the group has gone through a number of member rotations before landing on their current three man dynamic. They first gained national attention after their song ‘Empress’ was featured in a Starbucks commercial featuring Oprah Winfrey and have kept this momentum going with an ever changing musical sound and inventive approaches.
Fans can listen to ‘Hang the Cider’ on all streaming platforms.
For the first time in over a decade, Roxy music will return to the stage, this time for their 50th anniversary tour. The tour will journey from Canada and through the US, eventually ending in London. They will be joined by special guest, St. Vincent.
Roxy Music will be touring the U.S for the first time since their critically acclaimed 2011 “For Your Pleasure” tour. Featuring stops across the U.S, including landmark venues like MSG and The Forum, their 50th Anniversary tour is sure to be the celebration of a lifetime.
Formed in 1972, Roxy Music has been regarded as one of the most influential bands of all time. They have inspired a number of big names including Depeche Mode, Nile Rodgers and Kate Bush. The group was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2019.
PC : Brian Cooke
Special guest St.Vincent will be joining Roxy Music for all North American dates, except Boston. After originally making her debut in 2007, St.Vincent has been described as one of the most interesting artists in modern music. Her work has been justly recognized, with her 2021 album, Daddy’s Home, garnering universal acclaim.
Artist presale is available from now until 4/1. General tickets go on sale 4/4 at 10 AM. Eight special anniversary editions of Roxy Music’s albums will be reissued throughout the year, with the first two LPs, Roxy Music and For Your Pleasure being released on 4/1.
Newport Jazz Festival is making its summer return with a packed 2022 lineup. From July 29th-31st, fans will be able to see performers like Norah Jones, PJ Morten, BADBADNOTGOOD, and more in Fort Adams State Park.
This year’s festival will celebrate the life of George Wein, founder of the Newport Jazz and Newport Folk festivals. Surprise special guests will join the tribute. Artist Director Christian McBride’s annual Jawn Jam will include performances from ensembles like Makaya McCraven, Chris Potter, Vijay Iyer, Brandee Younger & Mike Stern; the Jack DeJohnette Quartet with Don Byron, Matt Garrison, and Luisito Quintero; Pino Palladino, Blake Mills and Sam Gendel & Abe Rounds.
Alongside big names and ensembles, the festival will also feature Cory Wong, Sons of Kemet, Nubya Garcia, Jazzmeia Horn, Nate Smith + KINFOLK, Sampha the Great, Lady Blackbird, The Soul Rebels, Theon Cross, Samara Joy, The Nth Power and Jazzmeia Horn. More artists will be announced at a later date.
Newport Jazz Fest 2021
The Newport Jazz Fest works closely with the Newport Festivals Foundation to provide musicians with the support they need during tough times. The non-profit helps maintain music programs in Rhode Island and around the country.
Since 2018, the Artist Gives initiative has provided over 100 grants to music education programs in over 30 states, including instruments for public schools, funding for music instruction workshops for Veterans and after school music lessons for children with learning disabilities.
Newport Jazz Fest 2021
Tickets are on sale now. Student discounts are available. COVID-19 safety guidelines will be announced at a later date.
Happy Birthday to Long Island’s own Mariah Carey! Born March 27, 1969, the “Queen of Christmas” has reigned with her all time classic holiday song for almost 30 years. One of modern music’s most distinguished singer-songwriters, Mariah Carey has broken numerous records with the help of her five octave vocal range.
Grammy photoshoot
Although Carey has always had aspirations of being a singer, her childhood growing up in Long Island presented some challenges. Raised by an Irish-American mother and an Afro-Venezuelan father, Carey and her siblings faced a wall of discrimination and bullying during their childhood. She also had to deal with violence coming from within her own home. Despite these difficulties, she was able to gain support from her mother, who enrolled her in private singing lessons.
Carey worked tirelessly to create demos that would show off her vocal prowess and she finally struck gold after meeting then Sony Music exec Tony Mottola at an industry party. She was signed to Sony Music in 1988 and released chart topper after chart topper during her time there, including “Emotions,” “Daydream” and her biggest hit, “All I Want for Christmas is You.”
Following her departure from Sony Music and a tumultuous relationship with Mottola, Carey was able to spread her wings and fully develop her musical persona. The release of Butterfly helped her to transition from her more youthful pop to R&B and Hip Hop. The popular Rainbow followed in 1999.
After being diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder in 2001 and having to deal with the failure of her movie “Glitter”, Carey made her triumphant return with The Emancipation of Mimi. Released in 2005, her 10th studio album proved that she wasn’t going anywhere. E=MC2 and Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel continued this trend, with chart topping singles and memorable music videos.
By 2011, Carey was married and had two kids, but this didn’t stop her from continuing her craft. She has continued to release music throughout the years, with her latest effort being a return to her holiday roots. In 2020, Carey worked with Apple TV to create her own holiday special, “Mariah Carey’s Magical Christmas Special”.
She has also collaborated with some of today’s brightest stars, including Khalid, Miguel and YG. Fans can also look forward to Carey’s feature on Latto’s upcoming remix for ‘Big Energy’, out March 28th. Happy Birthday to Mariah Carey!
Brooklyn native, Darro, has returned with his newest single ‘Phoning In’. The pop punk track features artist Michael Meaney.
Produced by Kris Crummett, who has also worked with artists like Dance Gavin Dance and Sleeping With Sirens, ‘Phoning In’ embodies the anxiety of an ending relationship. Darro brings his personal experiences into the writing process, but still allows Michael Meaney to incorporate his own technique.
By incorporating early 2000’s inspired pop punk with electric instrumentals, this relatable single is the perfect addition to your breakup playlist. The deep Paramore influence brings listeners back to their most juvenile breakup to reminisce on the final moments of an ill-fated relationship.
Darro’s 2020 album, Song of Recovery, has received praise and critical acclaim from the likes of Billboard and Medium, as well as ranking #11 on the iTunes Rock Album chart.
Fans can expect Darro’s next album, Accidents, to drop this coming Fall. He will also be going on tour this July and fans can keep up with all his activities here.
