Jazz and swing musical organization the Full Count Big Band are happy to release a new song, an anthem about New York City, rightfully called “I Met New York.”
Consisting of 17 different instrumentalists and one vocalist when performing, the band initially began 20 years ago as a community group, later growing to the professional level. Much of the Full Count Big Band has experience in the music industry, with musicians, for the most part, currently playing or have played/toured with popular groups or are music education teachers.
The song’s inspiration comes from Jeneal Teander, who isn’t from New York but instead from North Carolina, who thought that New York City with all its problems, could use a lift through an inspirational song. Bender discovered the Full Count Big Band through their website and the group’s proximity to New York City, a perfect blend for what he was looking for. Following the band’s tweaks and adjustments to the track for about a year, Bender is finally ready to release his work.
The band performs and rehearses weekly for weddings, concerts, private parties, dances, fairs, fundraiser events, and jazz clubs across the metro New York area.
To listen to “I Met New York,” you can visit the band’s website, where you can find booking information, listen to other songs, and additional background on the New Jersey group.
Held annually in the parks of Round Lake, just north of Albany, the Markets at Round Lake announced the music lineup and information for the 2023 extravaganza, held on the second weekend of August.
Taking place Saturday, August 12 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday, August 13 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, the free event highlights local music, food options, and shops that shine in the community.
Including 12 different food trucks, over 40 local vendors, and 5 performers, Markets at Round Lake ensures to have something for everyone in attendance.
Saturday’s music lineup will roll through the entire day including four artists, while Sunday will feature an all-day set by DJ Selector David Suede.
In addition to the shops and live entertainment, a book market will be held at the Round Lake Auditorium, an annual sale featuring more than 15,000 used and rare books available in hardcover and paperback.
Rain or shine, the event will go on as planned. Free and paid parking options are also available for those who attend.
Admission is free. The music lineup and event/parking map are below.
New York organist trio Organ Fairchild release a second lead single ahead of their new album Leisure Suit, this time around a groovy cover of the Grateful Dead’s track “He’s Gone.”
The funky, upbeat instrumental rendition of the well-known song will come out Friday, July 21, 2023, serving as a taste of what’s to come from their second album coming this September.
Recorded, mixed, and co-produced by Grammy-winning engineer Justin Guip (HotTuna, Levon Helm) and mastered by Alan Evans (Soulive), the song additionally showcases the band’s love for the Grateful Dead, a group that has meant a lot to them throughout their journey.
Group members Dave Ruch, Joe Bellanti, and Corey Kertzie originally met and started off as the Wild Knights in 1983, a cover group for the Grateful Dead, incorporating some of their older cover styles with fresh, new funk sounds into the single.
The three of us grew up playing Grateful Dead music together, so how fun to take our organ-trio format (with no singing and no bass player!) and reinterpret this song.”
– Dave Ruch
Coming together as Organ Fairchild in 2020, the trio began writing their first original music together, while also earning the title of New York’s number-one emerging band in 2021.
Photo via the Organ Fairchild website
Organ Fairchild is no stranger to large festivals either, playing shows and festivals with Goose, Trey Anastasio Band, Melvin Seals, moe., and many more.
The lead single drops just one week before Organ Fairchild heads on their “Dead of Summer” Tour. Their tour expects to feature a full set of Grateful Dead covers, organ-trio style, along with a set of their award-winning original material.
The Cortland Repertory Theatre (CRT) is proud to present the arrival of their annual Summer show for kids of all ages “The Emperor’s New Clothes.” Selecting a different production each year, 2023’s show will be brought to life July 13-15 in the first-floor reception hall at the Little York Pavilion in Preble, NY.
An adaptation by E. Gray Simons III from the story by Hans Christian Anderson, “The Emperor’s New Clothes” follows the story of the Emperor and events leading up to a Royal Fashion Show.
Additionally, Syracuse director and actor Tanner Elfinger designs and directs the production, bringing along a talented CRT intern cast to the Cortland stage for the show.
CRT’s performing intern company made a recent appearance in the production “Xanadu” and also plans to star in “The Wizard of Oz” later in their Summer schedule.
The cast of “The Emperor’s New Clothes” features Aubrey Alvino, Mia Caslowitz, Jessica Cerreta, Michael Hartman, Breanna Lemerise, and Trevor Shingler.
For the performance schedule, “The Emperor’s New Clothes” shows take place Thursday, July 13 at noon, Friday, July 14 at 10:00 AM and noon, and Saturday, July 15 at 10:00 AM.
Tickets are available for purchase for $5.00 for those 13 and up and free for kids 12 and under by calling 800-427-6160 or by visiting the CRT Box Office at 24 Port Watson Street in Cortland.
Tickets are also available through CortlandRep.org with ETIX, for a small additional charge.
Alternative/Indie group Public Water Supply has announced an interactive music and fashion extravaganza, encouraging fans to participate in a red-carpet-style fashion show on July 22.
Taking place at the Dawn Lipson Canalside Stage at the Rochester JCC as a part of their Summer concert series, Public Water Supply wants to create Upstate New York’s version of the Met Gala, complete with a red carpet event, creative outfits, and some of their tunes.
The red-carpet event starts at 6:00 pm on Saturday, July 22, as paparazzi and media interviews will welcome guests into the fashion show experience. In addition to this, the band will also release limited edition merchandise for the show which is available for purchase throughout the event.
Lead singer Iggy Marino, and the rest of the band compiling Karis Gregory, Spencer Kornrich, Alex Brophy, and Tanner Kartes believe the fashion/music event will be a perfect opportunity for fans to express themselves while taking in some of their favorite PWS music.
This event is all about self-expression. Bust out the vintage or come-as-you-are. Just let your outfit speak for itself…when the energy is right, the band loves to throw on a costume. So, now we want to see what our fans can bring in fashion form.”
– Iggy Marino
A pop-up shop, Little Shop of Hoarders will also be on-site so concert-goers may purchase extra accessories if needed.
In between sets, judges will go around the venue to select the five best-dressed people. The judges will crown one individual “concert royalty” and the winner will have their photo taken for the cover of the band’s next single.
Expect PWS to perform much of their self-titled debut album, unreleased tracks, and some of their fan-favorite covers coming from Dolly Parton, Waylon Jennings, and many others.
Tickets are $15 and available online and at the door. When it comes to weather cancellations, the event will go on as planned unless extreme weather takes place. Cancellations or any other changes in the schedule will be posted on the JCC website.
Beer and wine will additionally be available for purchase.
From July 6 to September 7, a Summer concert series will take place at Auburn’s Deauville Island, featuring 10 different shows over the next three months. Each concert will occur every Thursday from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Last year’s Summer Concert Series at Emerson Park on Deauville Island
In addition to the performances, vendors, and concessions will also be available for the public, including local businesses and food trucks. Villano’s Italian Kitchen, The Busted Yolk, D&G’s Mac and Cheese, Poppy’s Ice Cream, and more plan to attend the event.
A popular place for outdoor activities, small concerts, and sports, Emerson Park on Deauville Island has become a staple for the Auburn area, providing entertainment and recreational options for the community.
Made possible by the Friends of Emerson Park, they are a non-profit organization that promotes and supports the Parks and Trails Department in preserving/developing the area. Additionally, the organization manages the park and puts together community-oriented events, such as the Summer concert series.
This is not the park’s first go-around hosting concerts, with the venue holding shows in past years as well, including a successful 2022 event.
For more concert and organization information, you can visit the Friends of Emerson Park website.
The Lake George Arts Project has announced its plans to continue the town’s Summer concert series, offering free concerts every Wednesday night at the Shepard Park Amphitheater. From July 5 to August 30, the Lake George venue will host ten shows, moving forward a tradition that has been a part of the community for over forty years.
This year’s lineup showcases a diverse, talented group of artists, from New York, New England, Nashville, and other various regions. What makes the lineup so special is the wide array of musicians specializing in different genres, ranging anywhere from bluegrass to hip-hop.
A non-profit organization, the Lake George Arts Project began in 1977 to promote music and artists throughout the region, also providing arts programs for the town.
The Lake George Arts Project also puts on an array of other cultural programs like the Jazz at the Lake jazz festival, the aforementioned Summer Concert Series, and the year-round Courthouse Gallery Exhibition.
In addition to the Wednesday night shows, there will be a special Thursday show on August 24. The show celebrates the 50th-anniversary party for The Stony Creek Band with The Switch, presented in partnership with the Village of Lake George.
As for the start times for the shows, most plan to begin at 7:00 pm (with the exception of the August 24 show). Admission is free and attendees should bring chairs, blankets, or comfortable seating.
Lake George Summer Concert Schedule
July 5: Annie and the Hedonists
July 12: Kyshona
July 19: Guy Davis
July 25: The Clements Brothers
August 2: Three Quarter North
August 9: ARKAI (presented in partnership with the Lake George Music Festival)
August 16: Zikina
August 23: The ILL Funk Ensemble
August 24: 50th Anniversary Party for The Stony Creek Band joined with The Switch
The Green Island Gazebo (GIG for short) has announced its 2023 Summer lineup, marking the 20th year of the concert series. Located just north of Albany and across the river from Troy, the village’s venue plans to hold concerts from July 5 until August 30.
Set up in River Park on the north end of Hudson Avenue, GIG’s summer concert series has been a free event supporting local artists and the community for years, additionally hosting the Festival of Trees in December.
Through nine different shows including unique themes, food specials, and local talents, the venue’s packed schedule for Wednesday nights will surely entertain those of all ages.
When it comes to available food options, volunteers prepare and serve the meals to attendees, along with a group of bakers who donate their products to the concert-goers.
A lot of the same bands also reappear from last year’s lineup, setting up even more familiar faces for the local crowd.
All concerts take place at the River Park Gazebo on Hudson Ave. In the event of rain, events will continue at a different location under the Collar City Bridge on Hudson Avenue.
GIG Concert Schedule (with Food Specials)
July 5 – The Accents (fried chicken breast and strawberry shortcake)
July 12 – NY Players (mac & cheese and rice pudding)
July 19 – Get Up Jack (corned beef sandwich and mint chocolate chip ice cream)
July 26 – The Oldies Show (pulled pork slider and cookies and cream ice cream)
August 2 – Swing Docs (sausage & peppers and fruit cups)
August 9 – Capt. Squeeze (hot dogs, mac salad, and rice pudding)
August 16 – Lustre Kings (steak sandwich and banana split ambrosia)
August 23 – Big Fez (Hawaiian chicken sandwich and peach pie with ice cream)
While on an extensive Summer tour, rock band Goose has announced that they will continue their “Goosemas Holiday Celebration” for a 10th straight year December 8-9, 2023, taking place at the Hampton Coliseum in Hampton, VA.
Goosemas will be the final 2023 show for Goose and a holiday tradition that started as a small holiday get-together with close friends from Connecticut (where the group started off).
“Goosemas is always one of my favorite shows of the year…I love how everyone gets into the spirit with us, and this year it will be extra special coinciding with our first show at the legendary Hampton Coliseum.”
– Peter Anspach
From June until the December shows in Hampton, Goose will be touring across the United States and Europe, making stops in large cities such as Chicago, London, and Paris over the next six months.
General on-sale tickets will begin Friday, June 23 at 10:00 am (EST). For tickets to “Goosemas” and other Goose shows please visitwww.goosemas.com or www.goosetheband.com/tour.
Additionally, Goose will make two stops in NY, on July 7 in Saratoga Springs and September 15 in Buffalo (Borderland Music Festival).
Goose’s 2023 Shows
JUNE
22 – Louisville, KY – Louisville Palace Theatre
23 – Louisville, KY – Louisville Palace Theatre
25 – Rothbury, MI – Electric Forest †
27 – Columbus, OH – KEMBA Live!
29 – Scranton, PA – Peach Music Festival †
30 – Garrettsville, OH – Resonance Music and Arts Festival (Two Sets) †
JULY
1 – Garrettsville, OH – Resonance Music and Arts Festival (Two Sets) †
3 – Asbury Park, NJ – Stone Pony Summer Stage (SOLD OUT)
4 – Asbury Park, NJ – Stone Pony Summer Stage (SOLD OUT)
6 – Portland, ME – Thompson’s Point
7 – Saratoga Springs, NY – Saratoga Performing Arts Center
8 – Marshfield, MA – Levitate Music and Arts Festival †
29 – Newport, RI – Newport Folk Festival †
SEPTEMBER
15 – Buffalo, NY – Borderland Music Festival †
16 – Detroit, MI – Masonic Temple Theatre
17 – Milwaukee, WI – Miller High Life Theatre (SOLD OUT)
20 – Salt Lake City, UT – Red Butte Garden Amphitheater (SOLD OUT)
Caramoor Ground’s American Roots Music Festival returns this Summer with a packed music lineup performing throughout the grounds, as artists coming from blues, Americana, folk, and bluegrass will hit the stage Saturday, June 24.
Including nine different musicians, with ten-time Grammy nominee Brandy Clark as the evening headliner, the festival at Caramoor Grounds expects to be another fantastic experience like past years.
The Mike Block Trio, who will be performing at the American Roots Music Festival on June 24.
For the schedule, the grounds open at 12:00 pm, music starts at 12:30 pm, headliner starts at 7:30 pm. Concert-goers will need to reserve seats for the evening headliner. The daytime performances will not have reserved seating and the festival suggests bringing your own seats during this time.
There will be a free shuttle from Metro North’s Katonah train station to and from the American Roots Music Festival, running before and after every summer afternoon and evening concert.
For tickets to evening, daytime, or both showings, visit here.
Daytime & Evening Schedule
12:30 pm–1:15 pm / Divining Rod (Friends Field) 1:00 pm–1:30 pm / Family Set: Our Band (Sunken Garden) 1:30 pm–2:15 pm / Nefesh Mountain (Venetian Theater) 1:30 pm–2:15 pm / Hayley Reardon (Spanish Courtyard) 2:30 pm–3:15 pm / Leon Timbo (Friends Field) 2:30 pm–3:15 pm / Mike Block Trio (Sunken Garden) 3:30 pm–4:15 pm / Miko Marks (Venetian Theater) 3:30 pm–4:15 pm / Sunny War (Spanish Courtyard) 4:30 pm–5:15 pm/ Mike Block Trio (Friends Field) 4:30 pm–5:15 pm / Leon Timbo (Sunken Garden) 5:15 pm–6:00 pm / Miko Marks (Spanish Courtyard) 5:45 pm–6:30 pm / Sunny War (Friends Field) 7:30 pm–9:00 pm/ Brandy Clark (Venetian Theater) – Evening Show
