The Lumineers kicked off the 2022 Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) season in Saratoga Springs on Sunday, May 29th with their Brightside World Tour. Upwards of 20,000 fans poured into SPAC on a beautiful May evening that felt more like mid-summer. They played songs spanning their entire catalog, including dusting off one that hadn’t been played in almost a decade.
SPAC 5/29/22
After a 2 year delay due to COVID, the Boulder, CO Folk/Rock band made its first stop in Saratoga Springs. While the band hails from Colorado, they are no strangers to upstate New York. Brightside, the new album, was produced by Palenville, NY native and renowned musician Simon Felice, and engineered by David Baron at his Sun Mountain Studios in Ulster County, NY. Currently in the middle of their east coast swing, the group will continue throughout the Northeast and Midwest, before returning to NYC for a two night stand at Forest Hills Stadium in Queens.
SPAC 5/29/22
The evening opened up with Ohio based Caamp, an American folk/indie group performing for the eager crowd. After a short break that allowed the audience to mingle and enjoy the picturesque grounds, the Lumineers took stage to thunderous applause. Beginning with “Brightside” from their new album, then followed by well known songs “Cleopatra” and “Ho Hey”.
At times, the audience started their own sing-alongs with some of their most popular songs. Towards the end of the performance front-man Wesley Shultz was assigning parts to the crowd, which they eagerly belted out. “Big Parade” which the band said hadn’t been played in about 9 years, was met with excitement. Another highlight came at the end of the show when they closed with the song “Stubborn Love” which had the crowd chanting along.
As the show ended, I overheard one fan exclaim to her friend “That was so much fun, I can’t wait for the next one” Fans certainly left with their hearts full of excitement, for the next stop on the tour, the next show at SPAC, and the summer season to begin in Saratoga Springs.
The Lumineers – SPAC, Saratoga Springs, NY – May 29, 2022
Setlist: Brightside, Cleopatra, Ho Hey, Flowers in Your Hair, Angela, A.M. Radio, Dead Sea, Slow It Down, Charlie Boy, Never Really Mine, Gloria, Sleep on the Floor, Ophelia, Leader of the Landslide, Where We Are, Rollercoaster, Morning Song, Big Parade
Encore: Donna, Submarines, Birthday, Remington / Reprise, Stubborn Love
Brooklyn-based alt-rocker Moon Walker has released his new dark, synthy single “I’m Afraid I’ll Go To Heaven.” He also announced his sophomore album The Attack of Mirrors.
Moon Walker has been described as “Fuzzed-out 70’s rock bliss…politically charged rock music with a sound akin to the White Stripes. Lyrically, the songs are confrontational and sarcastic,” by Westword. He has also been compared to The Talking Heads by New Noise.
Formed during the height of the pandemic, Harry Springer created Moon Walker to pass time and get extra money through selling songs to song libraries. Now, he produces and performs under the name after his first album Truth To Power garnered a fanbase and hundreds of thousands of streams.
The single “I’m Afraid I’ll Go To Heaven” is sarcastic and sincere, with 70s-inspired dark-heavy synths and lyrics commentating on religion and the modern political system. They find humor in darkness as they sing “I’m afraid I’ll go to heaven / That’s why I’m hoping that I’m right / My biggest fear ain’t no red Devil / It’s being near you people all the time.”
Photo credit: Madison McConnell
The music video produced by Madison McConnell is inspired by Kubrick’s The Shining, and the infamous bar scene. Moon Walker gushed about the video in a statement.
This is my favorite music video I’ve ever made. Madi had the idea to base it heavily off of one of my favorite scenes in one of my favorite movies, which I think was brilliant. It also gave me specific references to base my performance off of, which is great if you suck at acting, like me!
His new album TheAttack Of Mirrors, due October 21, will elevate his nostalgic, alternative garage band sounds over ten tracks. He will be using a more experimental approach, expanding on the sounds shown on his first album.
Primus brought their “A Tribute To Kings” US Tour to Beak & Skiff Apple Orchards in Lafayette, Saturday, May 29th. This tour is especially fun because it is two separate sets, with the first one being strictly Primus and the second being Rush’s hit album A Fairwell to Kings.
Les Claypool is one of the greatest bass players and man did he slap at this concert. With smooth transitions and build ups, Primus performed 10 of some of their most fun and groovy songs on their first set. Starting off with a packed crowd chanting “Primus Sucks!”, Primus takes to the stage with the bassline of “Those Damned Blue-Collar Tweekers” which set the mood for the rest of the evening.
Primus flawlessly played through the first set, stopping a few times to talk to the audience as well as doing a quick costume change to wear a pig mask for the performance of “Lacquer Head”. Primus played fan favorites such as “Seas of Cheese”, “Spegetti Western”, and “Professor Nutbutter’s House of Treats” before closing out the first set with “Shake Hands With Beef”, leaving everyone wanting more.
The band took a 20-minute intermission before beginning their second set of Rush. Opening with “A Farewell to Kings” into “Xanadu” showcased Les Claypool’s guitar playing as well as his vocal range. Hearing him perform songs other than Primus was really interesting and put a different spin on the band which was fun to watch. Following up with “Closer to the Heart”, Les Claypool mentioned how difficult the vocals are to perform, and that Rush fans are typically very critical while bringing up his own admiration for Rush, and how they were his first concert. The crowd applauded and cheered showing their support and satisfaction of the performance. Closing out the Rush set with “Cinderella Man” into “Madrigal” and ending with “Cygnus X-1” the crowd was roaring in applause.
Primus wasn’t done yet though, and with an epic 4 song encore of “Wynona’s Big Brown Beaver” > “Welcome to This World” > “My Name is Mud” > “Jerry Was a Race Car Driver” the band closed out their show with the best possible songs they could have played. Seeing Primus is always an absolute treat, and this was no different here. The atmosphere at Beak & Skiff was incredible, the drinks were delicious, and the view was beautiful. Having Primus perform for over 2 hours was a fantastic experience, and one that will make me want to come back for more shows at Beak & Skiff.
Setlist: Those Damned Blue-Collar Tweekers > Lacquer Head > Seas of Cheese > Mr. Krinkle > Spegetti Western > Groundhog’s Day > Conspiranoia > Professor Nutterbutter’s House of Treats > Del Davis Tree Farm > Shake Hands With Beef.
Setlist 2(Rush A Tribute To Kings): A Farewell to Kings > Xanadu > Closer to the Heart > Cinderella Man > Madrigal > Cygnus X-1
Encore: Wynona’s Big Brown Beaver > Welcome to This World > My Name is Mud > Jerry Was a Race Car Driver
The lineup for the Freedom Park 2022 Summer Concert Series in Scotia has been announced, with the series beginning on June 18 and running through August 28.
We are so excited for another great summer at the park. Each year as we put together our lineup, I am amazed at the talent we have in our area. Our foundation focuses on local musicians, as well as local businesses, and we are truly proud of that effort.
Cathy Gatta, Freedom Park Foundation Board President and Entertainment Director
Concerts are set for every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday throughout the summer, with shows taking place rain or shine. Most shows start at 7 p.m. at the amphitheater located on Schonowee Avenue across from Collins Park.
As we do each year, we have a great season of rock, country, jazz, classical and more. But we couldn’t do it without our fabulous local businesses who support us each year, Jumpin’ Jack’s who is our Season Sponsor once again, and our media sponsors. Plus our 100% volunteer Board of Directors who donate their time and talents to make Freedom Park such a wonderful experience.
Cathy Gatta, Freedom Park Foundation Board President and Entertainment Director
Freedom Park Scotia will open it’s 2022 Summer Concert Series with a High School Rock Showcase on Saturday, June 18th with a variety of rock bands from Scotia-Glenville High School, and headliner Screaming Orphans on Wednesday, June 22nd. The River, a classic rock band, will perform on Friday, July 1st before Jumpin’ Jack’s annual fireworks display.
Attendees are encouraged to bring low chairs or a blanket to use at the outdoor amphitheater. A dance floor is located just below the stage for those looking to get down. Parking is available in Collins Park on with ADA complaint parking on the corner of Schonowee Avenue and Kiwanis Way. Concert-goers are asked to not park in the Jumpin’ Jack’s parking lot.
Freedom Park Scotia Summer 2022 Concerts
June 18: High School Rock Showcase, featuring a variety of rock bands from Scotia-Glenville High School. The show starts at 6:30 p.m. June 22: Screaming Orphans, a Celtic rock/pop band. June 25: The Rhythm Pilots, a dance party band. June 26: Music Company Orchestra, a classical music orchestra. June 29: WailOn, a tribute to Waylon Jennings and classic country. July 1: Up the River, a classic rock/jam band. The concert starts at 8 p.m. after the waterski show at 7 p.m. Fireworks at dark. July 2: Seeing Double, a college rock band. July 6: Get Up Jack, featuring Capital District Youth Pipe Band. July 9: Alan Payette & Wolfgang, a rock band. July 10: Sten & Maria Z Ensemble, a world music ensemble. July 13: Joey Thomas Big Band July 16: Mia Scirocco Trio, a pop/jazz standards trio. July 17: Watch Reggie Run, a children’s music band. July 20: Skeeter Creek, a country band. July 23: Jim Gaudet & the Railroad Boys, a bluegrass band. July 24: Dyer Switch Band, a bluegrass band. July 27: The Refrigerators, a party rock band. July 30: Nisky Dixie Cats, a Dixieland band. July 31: SUNY Schenectady Jazz Faculty Combo August 3: New York Players, a party rock band. August 6: The Brass Machine, a funk brass band. August 7: Quintocracy, a classical band. August 10: Grand Central Station, a party rock band. August 13: Alex Torres & His Latin Orchestra August 14: Roben Kosek Jazz & Blues August 17: Lustre Kings, a rockabilly band. August 20: Big Fez & the Surfmatics August 21: The Legendary Characters, a 60s and 70s band. August 24: SIRSY, an alternative rock band. August 27: Shokazoba, a funk band. August 28: Heard, a world music band.
In the world of music, Disco may seem like a distant memory or something your parents reminisce about when they hear it on their local oldies radio station. While the genre enjoyed a short, but lively existence in the 1970’s, its impact can be seen in every corner of modern music, from Silk Sonic to Harry Styles. As we enter the month of June, let’s take a walk down memory lane to celebrate the life, death and rebirth of Disco.
PC : David Redfern
Born as a response to the rampant homophobia, racism and riots of the 60’s and early 70’s, Disco provided a safe space for POC and LGBTQ communities. Some sources say that Utica born DJ David Mancuso birthed the new sound during his Valentines Day party at The Loft in 1972 (The Loft was more than just a club, it was a gathering place for the city’s LGBTQ, where they could safely meet and dance with those just like them). Other sources say that the sound originated in underground clubs, also known as discotheques, in Philadelphia and NYC.
PC : Tim Lawrence
Regardless of its specific origin, Disco quickly gained popularity around the country. Donna Summer could do no wrong as tracks like ‘Hot Stuff’, ‘Last Dance’ and arguably the genre defining ‘I Feel Love’ topped charts week after week. The Bee Gees were practically inescapable as they reached a new heyday with songs like ‘Stayin Alive’, ‘More Than a Woman’ and ‘Night Fever’, all of which were featured on the “Saturday Night Fever” soundtrack. The 1977 movie featuring John Travolta would further catapult the group and Disco as a whole into another realm of superstardom.
Obvious acts from the era were joined by lesser remembered, but equally as talented performers, including Candi Staton, most known for 1977 release ‘Nights on Broadway’, Thelma Houston with her hit ‘Don’t Leave Me This Way’ and even the Bee Gees’ youngest brother, Andy Gibb with his song ‘I Just Want To Be Your Everything’.
Discotheques popped up in every city from Los Angeles to Manhattan, including world famous Studio 54 and one of its only worthy competitors, Club Xenon. Similar to Studio 54, Club Xenon was an intoxicating escape from reality, for everyday party goers and celebrities alike. Opened in June 1978 and once located on 124 West 43rd Street in Manhattan, Xenon welcomed some of the era’s biggest superstars, including Michael Jackson, Madonna and Mick Jagger. While living in Studio 54’s shadow, the club still had its own unique features including several adult “play” areas, electronic games and moving set pieces that would alternate throughout the night.
Elton John, Andy Warhol and Jerry Hall at Xenon, Late 70’s
Eventually closing their doors in 1984, Club Xenon seems to be a lost memory to those who were old enough to experience Disco at its peak. However, let us remember Xenon as not just another Studio 54 clone, but as a testament to the love people had for Disco and all it entailed. The dancing, camaraderie and love, as well as some casual drug use and other seedy club activities, were real world manifestations of the power Disco held and it shouldn’t be forgotten.
As with all oversaturated trends, the general public eventually grew tired of Disco. Following a quick, flashy peak was a swift and slightly dramatic fall from grace. Some cite Rick Dees’ ‘Disco Duck’ as their final straw while others resisted change and disliked the genre from the very start. The biggest display of hatred toward the genre occurred on July 12th, 1979 at an event called “Disco Demolition”. Joined by almost 50,000 disco haters, Disc Jockey Steve Dahl destroyed hundreds of Disco records in Chicago’s Comiskey Park.
PC : Paul Natkin
However, this event didn’t mark the end of Disco, it just pushed it back underground. From the ashes of Disco, rose House music, as well as the advancement of DJ techniques, independent music production and endless inspiration for generations to come. It popularized synthesizers, helped develop sound system technology and showcased the greatness that comes from some of our country’s most underrepresented groups.
The glitz, glamor and debauchery of the Disco era gave birth to many of the things we know and love today. Its influence can be heard in pop projects like Harry Styles’ latest release Harry’s House, as well as more obvious replications like Bruno Mars and Anderson Paak’s shimmering and funk laden, An Evening With Silk Sonic. From Doja Cat and Kylie Minogue to Dua Lipa and Daft Punk, the aesthetic and sonic appeal of Disco is hard to escape.
It would be easiest to say that Disco is an amalgamation of many subcultures and minority influences. It’s a genre built by and for those who have been discriminated against and disregarded by wider society. It was, and still is, an escape from suffering, stress and worry for all who dare to embrace it. Honestly, I think we could all use a little more Donna Summer in our lives.
As we saunter auspiciously into the sunny season, New Yorkers will be hoping for another memorable summer. In light, Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment), has released its list of events between all of their MSG affiliated venues. 2022’s “Summer of Live” presentation will be split between Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, the Beacon Theatre and Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden, as there will be more than 75 live entertainment events from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
“Summer of Live” kicked-off with a performance from, The Who, on May 26 at Madison Square Garden. A quick turnaround between the 27-29 saw the Harvard Athletic Complex play host to the Boston Calling Music Festival this Memorial Day Weekend. There, fans got the chance to rock out with headliners Nine Inch Nails, The Strokes and Metallica.
From there, MSG Entertainment brings the heat with a jam-packed line up of events at Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, the Beacon Theatre and Hulu Theater at MSG. From concerts and comedy, to professional darts and boxing, marquee performances will include Lil Baby and Chris Brown on July 22 as part of their “One of Them Ones Tour.” MSG Entertainment will also be host to two Top Rank Boxing fights on June 11 and 18. While popular podcasts, Pod Save America and My Dad Wrote A Porno will also grace the Beacon Theatre stage.
The complete schedule to MSG Entertainment’s upcoming shows schedule can be found below. Tickets to upcoming summer performances are available now on the MSG website.
May 26 at 7:30PM
Madison Square Garden
The Who“Hit’s Back! 2022 Tour” – Tickets start at $97.00
May 27-29
Harvard Athletic Complex (Allston, MA)
Boston Calling Music Festival – Single day admission tickets start at $149.99 with two-day and three-day packages also still available
June 2 at 8:00PM
Beacon Theatre
Pod Save America “(A)live And On Tour 2022” – Tickets start at $49.50
June 3 at 8:00PM
Beacon Theatre
Gipsy Kings – Tickets start at $80.00
June 3 at 7:00PM June 4 at 1:00PM & 7:30PM
Hulu Theater at MSG
World Series of Darts: Bet365 North American Darts Championship – Two-day event with single session tickets starting at $30.00
June 4 at 7:00PM & 9:45PM
Beacon Theatre
Nate Bargatze “The Raincheck Tour” – Limited tickets for the late show starting at $39.75; early show sold out
June 8 at 2:00PM
Hulu Theater at MSG
Beat the Streets WrestlingPresents Final X New York – Tickets start at $65.00
June 9 at 8:00PM
Beacon Theatre
Tribeca Festival Presents “Taurus” – Tickets start at $46.00
June 10 at 8:00PM
Beacon Theatre
Tribeca Festival Presents “the DOC” – Tickets start at $46.00
June 11 at 8:00PM
Beacon Theatre
Tribeca Festival Presents “Untrapped: The Story of Lil Baby” – Tickets start at $46.00
June 11 at 6:00PM
Hulu Theater at MSG
Top Rank Boxing: Berlanga v Angulo – Tickets start at $66.00
June 16 & 17 at 8:00PM
Beacon Theatre
Sigur Ros: World Tour 2022 – Two shows with limited tickets still available starting at $125.50
June 17 at 9:00PM
Hulu Theater at MSG
Hombres G – Tickets start at $75.00
June 18 at 6:00PM
Hulu Theater at MSG
Top Rank Boxing: Artur Beterbiev vs. Joe Smith Jr. – Tickets start at $56.00
June 23-25 at 8:00PM
Madison Square Garden
John Mulaney“From Scratch” tour – Three shows with limited tickets available starting at $69.50
June 24 & 25 at 8:00PM
Radio City Music Hall
Goose – Two nights with limited tickets still available on 6/24, starting at $39.50
June 30 at 8:00PM
Radio City Music Hall
My Dad Wrote A Por.noWorld Tour – Tickets start at $51.75
July 9 at 7:30PM
Hulu Theater at MSG
TOMORROW X TOGETHER“<ACT: LOVE SICK>” tour – Tickets start at $75.00
July 9 at 8:00PM
Radio City Music Hall
CHEER Live – Tickets start at $79.95
July 21-25 at 8:00PM
Beacon Theatre
Widespread Panic – Five shows with tickets starting at $49.50
July 22 at 7:00PM
Madison Square Garden
Chris Brown & Lil Baby“One of Them Ones Tour” – Tickets start at $69.50
July 26, 27, 29 & 30 at 8:00PM
Beacon Theatre
An Evening with Jackson Browne – Four shows with tickets starting at $39.50
July 27 at 7:00PM
Radio City Music Hall
BANKS“Serpentina Tour” – Tickets starting at $39.50
July 28 at 8:00PM
Radio City Music Hall
RuPaul’s Drag Race“Werq The World Tour” – Tickets start at $45.00
July 30 at 8:00PM
Hulu Theater at MSG
Carin Leon – Tickets start at $75.00
July 31 at 8:00PM
Beacon Theatre
Hanson“Red Green Blue 2022 Tour” – Tickets start at $39.50
Aug. 2-3 at 8:00PM
Madison Square Garden
Swedish House Mafia“Paradise Again Tour” – Two nights with tickets starting at $59.50
Aug. 8-12 & 14 at 8:00PM
Madison Square Garden
Rage Against the Machine“Public Service Announcement” tour with Run The Jewels – Six shows with limited tickets still available starting at $125.00
Aug. 18 at 8:00PM
Madison Square Garden
An Evening with Michael Bublé – Tickets start at $131.00
Aug. 21 at 7:00PM
Beacon Theatre
Gilberto Santa Rosa’s Birthday Bash! – Tickets start at $65.50
Aug. 27 at 7:00PM
Beacon Theatre
Celeste Barber“Fine, Thanks. Live Tour” – Tickets start at $54.50
Aug. 30 at 8:00PM
Beacon Theatre
Soft Cell – Tickets start at $49.50
Aug. 30 & 31 at 8:00PM
Madison Square Garden
Roger Waters “This Is Not A Drill” – Tickets start at $70.00
Each summer in the Adirondacks there is an abundance of music series in the towns and villages that dot the Adirondack Park. One of those towns, Tupper Lake, features two free music series on Monday and Wednesday evenings throughout the summer, if you are able to escape to this remote outpost in the Adirondacks.
Tupper Lake is located in Franklin County, located within the Adirondack Park. Tupper Lake makes up the Tri-Lakes region along with nearby Saranac Lake and Lake Placid. The village was first settled during the town’s lumber production period in 1844, making the village the top lumber producer in New York State.
Since 1976, Tupper Lake has been celebrating its artists and artisans that make up the small community. Before Tupper Arts, there was the Tupper Lake Arts Council, then named Tupper Lake Presents. Throughout the 80s, 90s, and early 2000s, the Arts Council continued strong, most notably starting the annual tradition that is the Tupper Lake Arts Show, now entering its 49th year.
In 2018, current Tupper Arts Vice President Louise McNally headed the planning to re-establish the Arts Council as the community entity it is today. Along with 11 board members, the Arts Council was saved and renamed as Tupper Arts and incorporated as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization to allow for the collection of donations to start strengthening the arts involvement in Tupper Lake. Tupper Arts has grown and set up a tradition of year-round programming to involve the community and provide easy access to the arts, through gallery shows, classes for all ages, live performances, and community events.
The Tupper Lake Municipal Park is located on Demars Boulevard off Route 3. This park is the center of the Tupper Lake community. The park is home to the best sunset views, a waterfront walkway, picnic table area, two covered fishing overlooks, public boat slips, playground, sports fields, skateboard park, and much more.
All summer hows at Tupper Lake Municipal Park are FREE, with shows starting at various times, and ending by 8:45pm (9pm on the 4th of July only).
Tupper Lake Monday Summer Sunset Series Lineup
July 4 – Night School & Spring Street
Night School is a five piece dance-rock band from Tupper Lake, performing some of the most popular dance hits from yesteryear and today, everything from The Beatles to Talking Heads, from Rick James to The B-52’s. Spring Street is a unique mix of old and new rock, blues and strong vocal harmonies make Spring Street a must-see when visiting the Tri-Lakes area.
Hours: 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Night School, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Spring Street
July 11 – Ursa and the Major Key
Ursa and the Major Key is an indie/psychedelic rock band from Plattsburgh, NY. Their first album, Daytime/Nighttime, is out now on Cricket Records. Originating from the scenic Adirondack region of New York State, the foursome infuse influences from classic artists including The Beatles, The Grateful Dead, Pink Floyd, and The Band, as well as modern artists like Whitney, Beach Fossils, and Levitation Room.
Hours: 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
July 18 – Geo Beat
Geo Beat Quartet celebrates musical traditions ranging from Jazz and Bossa Nova to World Beat with a few pop standards and original compositions. Crispin Catricala leads the group on guitar, Dave Casner plays Vibes, Michael Hurt is on Bass and Percussion Master Brian Melick rounds out the ensemble with a variety of instruments to bring infectious grooves and harmonious melodies to the stage.
Hours: 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
July 25 – Darkside Skinny Dippers
Darkside Skinny Dippers, often known more affectionately as the world’s greatest hashtag #DSKINNYD, evolved into a ferocious rock band that defined the course of music history in the late 70’s into the mid 80’s. Recommended by 0 out of 10 doctors, the band all but guarantees a baby boom that would rival the mid 40’s-mid 60’s. In short, #DSKINNYD is best described as diverse rock and roll with attitude! There’s a little something for everyone.
Hours: 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
August 1 – Shakespeare in the Park: Midsummer Night’s Dream
The Adirondack Lakes Summer Theatre Festival returns with an abridged A Midsummer Night’s Dream A family-friendly production of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream will feature all the beloved characters of the play, including the Royals, the Rustics, the Lovers, and, of course, the Fairies. This abridged version, directed by Karen Lordi-Kirkham, will run between an hour and fifteen minutes and an hour and a half and takes place outdoors.
Featuring: Mason Barber as Nick Bottom; Jadzia Briggs, Angeliq Hammie, Kirsten Denis, and Dante Giacovelli as the Lovers; George Cordes, Fred Balzac, Dave Myers, and Monica Bills as the Rustics; Mike Corey as Egeus/Philostrate; and Karen, Ted, Christabelle, and Felonica Kirkham as the Royals and Fairies.
Hours: 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
August 8 – Martin and Kelly
The incredibly talented duo of Jilly Martin and Ryan Brooks Kelly have become the next must-see act from New England to Nashville. Over the years, they’ve been featured as support acts for many traditional, and mainstream country artists. Standouts in today’s crossover country music scene, Jilly & Ryan’s songs bridge the boundary between traditional and new country.
Hours: 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
August 15 – The Big Takeover
Fronted by the charismatic Jamaican-born singer and songwriter Nee Nee Rushie, the seven-piece New York band The Big Takeover plays original music that is rooted in and reverent toward the genres and rhythms of Jamaican pop: reggae, rocksteady, ska. They are devotees of Desmond Dekker and the way the old school did it. At the same time, The Big Takeover crosses lines and blends traditions like global pop fusionists. Their deceptively complex arrangements and big hooks connect with the spirit of Motown and the uptown sophistication of the 21st century retro soul and R&B revival scene.
Hours: 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
August 22 – The Bob Stump Band
Bob Stump and his band feature a collection of Americana sounds, including a mix of Bluegrass, blues, country, rock and jazz. Hudson Valley-based, Bob enjoys making his way around the North Country, sharing stories through his music.
Hours: 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
Tupper Lake Wednesday Summer Sunset Series
July 6 – On 3
On 3 is the partnering of Jim Boucher, Eric Pasternak, and Josh Pratt. Their music consists of 70’s and 80’s, up to some modern covers, highlighting harmonies, guitars, mandolin, ukulele, and percussion.
Hours: 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
July 13 – The Altered Tones
Hours: 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
July 20 – Larry Lee Ebere
Popular Chazy-born country singer Larry Lee Ebere got his musical start singing with his family at a young age. He has since been traveling and singing for 25 years, and notably placed 16th in the Nashville Talent Competition, and was also featured in Country Living.
Hours: 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
July 27 – Claire & Mickey
Hours: 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. Army Band
Location: Tupper Lake Sunset Stage, Flanders Park, Tupper Lake
August 3 – Crackin’ Foxy
Crackin’ Foxy is a ukulele-driven ensemble featuring close vocal harmony and tight instrumental arrangements. The Saranac Lake—based quintet is inspired by Traditional New Orleans Jazz but plays with a fresh and joyful energy all its own. Influences include the Boswell Sisters, Anette Hanshaw, and Django Reinhardt as well as Vaudeville and Hawaiian music of the early 20th century.
Hours: 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
August 10 – TBA
August 17 – The Rustic Riders
The Rustic Riders “songs are bouncy and danceable and carry a loving message. A little bit of percussion and a variety of instruments keep things fresh, and they’re really good at getting the crowd laughing and singing-along.” Sarah Craig, Caffe Lena Executive Director
Hours: 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. Army Band
August 24 – Blessid Dirt
Tereson Dupuy and Eric Pasternak make up this beautiful, Adirondack grown acoustic duo called Blessid Dirt. Both singer-songwriters, their original music is ripe with life experiences most can relate to. Classified as heavy-folk, they have been influenced by greats such as John Prine and Led Zepplin alike. Eric, a native New Yorker, dazzles listeners with some wicked dirty strings and brilliant lyrical balance. While Tereson, a transplant from New Orleans, adds a bit of soulful Southern charm making this duo something to be experienced.
The daily lineup for the 10th anniversary Peach Music Fest has been released, with a lineup that makes this installment head and shoulders above past years.
The four-day live music and camping experience returns to Montage Mountain in Scranton, PA, from Thursday, June 30 through Sunday, July 3.
The Peach Music Festival began in 2012 as the first-ever Allman Brothers Band-inspired festival in the Northeast and quickly evolved into one of the most highly-anticipated summer musical events loved by music enthusiasts from across the nation.
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of The Peach Music Festival, Trey Anastasio Band and The Black Crowes will headline The Festival, and be joined by Billy Strings, Joe Russo’s Almost Dead, Goose, the Revivalists, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, and the reunion of The Word.
Additionally, Trouble No More, featuring Brandon “Taz” Niederaurer (Guitar, Vocals), Daniel Donato (Guitar, Vocals), Dylan Niederaurer (Bass Guitar), Jack Ryan (Drums), Lamar Williams Jr. (Vocals), Nikki Glaspie (Drums), Peter Levin (Keys) and Roosevelt Collier (Pedal Steel Guitar), will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Festival’s founders, the Allman Brothers Band’s seminal “Eat A Peach” album.
The Peach Music Festival, which was inspired by the legendary music of the Allman Brothers Band, will feature founding member Jaimoe with Jaimoe and Friends, as well as Friends of the Brothers, and Brother & Sister (featuring Butch’s kids, Melody and Vaylor).
Thursday, June 30
Billy Strings, Trouble No More: Performing Eat A Peach, Keller Williams, Samantha Fish, Midnight North, Yam Yam, Consider the Source, JD Simo, Miss Mojo, Carly Moffett, and Tand Band.
Friday, July 1
Joe Russo’s Almost Dead, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening, Steel Pulse, Andy Frasco & the U.N., Eric Krasno & the Assembly, the Motet, Marco Benevento, the Bogie Band featuring Joe Russo, Lacuna featuring Tom Hamilton & Holly Bowling, Doom Flamingo, Kitchen Dwellers, The Nth Power featuring Jennfier Hartswick, Funk You, Eggy, Little Stranger, Brother & Sister, Snacktime, Wax Owls, Gabriel Kelly, Evanoff, and the Jauntee.
Saturday, July 2
Trey Anastasio Band, Goose, the Revivalists, Ripe, Rayland Baxter, Celisse, Karina Rykman, Jaimoe and Friends, Brandon “Taz” Niederauer and Friends, the Shady Recruits, Neighbor, Melt, Cordovas, Friends of the Brothers, Cycles, One Time Weekend, Pixie & the Partygrass Boys, Chalk Dinosaur, Dry Reef, JB Strauss, Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country, and Muskrat Lightning.
Sunday, July 3
The Black Crowes, the Word featuring Robert Randolph, John Medeski, Luther Dickinson, Cody Dickinson, and Ray Ray Holloman, G. Love & the Juice, the Wailers, Duane Betts, Star Kitchen, Spaga, Tauk, Dogs In A Pile, Maggie Rose, Daniel Donato &. Friends, Hannah Wicklund, the Wild Feathers, Bobby Lee Rodgers, Sicard Hollow, GA-20, and Great Time.
The VIP sets, performed exclusively to VIP ticket holders in the “Midland” above the water park with firepits, a bar, and concession stands, will feature Andy Frasco’s World Saving Podcast with special guests, Brandon “Taz” Niederauer with Kanika, the Cordovas performing an acoustic set, Daniel Donato, Dogs In A Pile, Duane Betts, Karina Rykman performing a DJ set, Kitchen Dwellers, and Maggie Rose.
In addition to the four days of live music with over 50 artists, this one-of-a-kind experience features food and craft vendors on the grounds and access to the scenic Montage Mountain Ski Resort’s large water park, zip line and ski lift rides.
The 10th-anniversary celebration of The Peach Music Festival will conclude with a spectacular Independence Day Weekend fireworks display on Sunday, July 3.
To purchase VIP tickets, ticket packages, reserve travel packages, camping, glamping tent, RV passes, and individual tickets, or for the most up-to-date information on the Peach Music Festival, including additional artist announcements, visit ThePeachMusicFestival.com.
Over the next three months, CMAC in Canandaigua will host 20 concerts, with an emphasis on country, classic rock, and unique performances not found elsewhere in New York State this summer. The dates for CMAC summer concerts features events scheduled from the end of May to the beginning of September.
The Lumineers are a Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum folk rock band best known for their 2012 single, “Ho Hey.” On tour in promotion of their January album BRIGHTSIDE, Ohio folk band CAAMP will feature as a guest act.
Kenny Chesney- June 8 at 7:30 PM
Chesney’s decorated country career includes twelve studio albums that have hit number one on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart, and 31 number one hit singles on the Hot Country Songs Chart. Touring in promotion of his 2020 album Here and Now, guest contribution will come from fellow country musician Carly Pierce, whose three studio albums have all hit top 10 on the Top Country chart.
Fitz and The Tantrums are a LA pop group best known for multi-platinum singles “Out of My League” from 2013, and “HandClap” from 2016. They’ll be joint headlining with St. Paul & The Broken Bones, an eight-piece soul group from Birmingham, AL, while Nashville singer-songwriter Devon Gilfillian serves as a guest performer.
Maren Morris- June 23 at 8 PM
Maren Morris is a Grammy-winning pop/country singer-songwriter. With seven platinum singles, she’s best known for 2018 hit song “The Middle” with Zedd & Grey, which reached number 5 on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. Touring in promotion of her March-released album Humble Quest, Georgia country artist Brent Cobb with guest feature.
A Grammy-winning New Zealand-born Australian country singer, Keith Urban has seven studio albums which have hit number one on Billboard’s US Top Country Albums chart and 14 singles which have topped the US Hot Country Songs Chart. Touring in support of his 2020 album THE SPEED OF NOW Part 1, Urban will be joined by guest performer Ingrid Andress, an American country singer best known for her 2019 single “More Hearts Than Mine” which charted #30 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Luke Bryan- July 15 at 7 PM
Nashville-based country singer Luke Bryan is similarly accomplished, with his last five records hitting number one on the Top Country Albums chart and having 22 number one hit singles on the US Country Airplay chart. He’ll be joined by fellow country artists Riley Green and fellow Nashville native Mitchell Tenpenny.
Sam Hunt- August 4 at 7 PM
Same goes for Sam Hunt, a Georgia native whose two studio albums have both hit number one on the Top Country Albums Chart with nine of his eleven singles taking number one on the Country Airplay Chart. He will be joined by two fellow country musicians, the Tennessee-born Dustin Lynch and Canadian singer Mackenzie Porter.
Journey- August 8 at 7 PM
San Francisco rock band Journey needs no introduction. Best known for their culturally ubiquitous 1981 single “Don’t Stop Believin’,” their generational popularity also stems from other 80s hits such as “Any Way You Want It” and “Separate Ways (Worlds Apart).” Journey’s nearly 50-year career is marked by eight platinum studio albums.
Country singer-songwriter Chris Stapleton has won eight Grammy’s since his 2015 debut album “Traveller” with all four studio records of his so far topping Billboard’s Top Country Albums Chart. Guest performers include country musicians Elle King and Madeline Edwards of California origin.
Daryl Hall & John Oates- September 1 at 8 PM
The famed songwriting duo of over 50 years has 18 studio albums under their belt, with eight of them certified platinum and six of them certified gold. Six singles of theirs have topped the Billboard Hot 100, and in 2014 the duo was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Remember Jones has released a new single, “love will return” featuring The Horn Section.
The newest track promoting his new album HAHA BITCH! slated for July 8 release, features co-writing from Levy Okun and production from AGM3, a duo composed of Andrew Greacen and Max McKee.
Remember Jones and his band performing.
A simple dance pop song, “love will return” focuses on moving past personal hardship in aim of finding success and joy in the future with light, spacy verses contrasting loud, funky hooks. “Living in a bubble, it all seems like trouble, you just gotta think free,” Jones sings during the first pre-chorus.
Remember Jones’ vocal talents are on display with this track, flashing hints of Michael Jackson along the way.
The track’s premier source of flare comes from the aptly named Horn Section on well, horns. Their presence on the final two choruses amplifies the already funky song, only building its optimistic energy until reaching a conclusion.
“love will return” precedes a busy upcoming summer for Remember Jones. The release of HAHA BITCH! will also be supported by his first ever Summer Slay! Festival at the Stone Pony in Asbury Park, NJ on July 9. Also serving as a birthday celebration for Jones, a New Jersey native, it is one of many nationwide stops for his ongoing won’t you be my hater? TOUR.
Other acts of the festival include Quincy Mumford’s Lifted Laboratory, a long time collaborator with Jones, as well as Tor Miller, Zoe Sparks, and Levy Okun.
The event will be hosted by drag queens Jolina Jasmine, Miss Paradise of 2016 & 2021, as well as Tastie and Morrigan von Haunt, hosts of drag nights at Georgie’s Bar in Asbury Park. The three will also have performances of their own during the festival.
The event will include giveaways and audience-involved drag makeovers, and local restaurants Larry Cadillac & Mutiny BBQ will promote the festival with special menu items at their locations.
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