Diamond-selling, pop superstar Post Malone will return to the United States with another leg of the “If Y’all Weren’t Here, I’d Be Crying”Tour. This announcement follows his highly successful trek across the U.S. and Canada last year and another stop in Europe for his long-awaited “Twelve Carat Tour.” However, the 10-time Grammy nominee returns to America to give fans his signature exhilarating performance, along with music from his upcoming album as well as fan-favorites in a completely reimagined show.
Produced by Live Nation, the 24-date run kicks off in Noblesville, IN, on July 8, and includes a stop at Darien Lake Amphitheater in Darien Center, NY, on Monday, July 17, 2023.
“I love y’all so very much and I’m so excited to get out and do some more shows for y’all. Help me put a baby through college and come on out. Some cool new production, new songs, and a very very handsome man up on stage. Sending love to you and yours.” Says Post Malone.
Along with the tour announcement, Post has revealed the released date for his long-awaited fifth full-length album. Titled, Austin, the project will arrive on July 28, with Post releasing the single “Mourning,” in anticipation.
Tickets for the tour can be found on the Live Nation’s website, although the tour will also offer a variety of different VIP packages and experiences for fans to take their concert experience to the next level. Packages vary but include premium tickets, access to the World Pong League VIP Lounge, exclusive VIP gift items and more. For more information, visit vipnation.com.
Popular Podcaster Rory Farrell has joined the ranks of the creatives with the release of his debut project, I Thought It’d Be Different. Known for his stint as one of the dynamic trio that helped propelThe Joe Budden Podcast and as one half of Rory & Mal, this latest venture allows fans a glimpse into Rory’s full potential. Likewise, throughout his stint as a podcast personality Rory has been hailed for his music taste and offers intimate knowledge of the business side having worked at SONY.
Aptly titled, I Thought It’d Be Different, the album tittle reflects the last few years in the newly-minted producers life and career. Nevertheless, this curation demonstrates the potential that Rory’s music taste has teased for years. However, the list of accomplished artists and the quality of songs made for a pleasant surprise. Notably, Rory was able to land features from Jay Electronica, James Fauntleroy, GoldLinK, DRAM, Ari Lennox and Conway the Machine, producing an impressively cohesive album. Labeled as an R&B album, Rory does an effective job of inserting emphatic rap verses, adding a bit of oomph to the soul leaning project.
Consequently, Rory Farrell’s Magnum Opus sees him enter a new chapter in the public eye. For so long the former music exec has seen his public association tied to his once-friend, Joe Budden. However, this 13-track, impassioned project alters his perception and allows him to publicly stand on his own two-feet. After all, fans have watched the mostly calm and collected podcaster go through emotional ebb-and-flows throughout the years. From the deteriorating friendship with Joe Budden, to broken nuptials, and the announcement of a firstborn child during the album rollout, Rory’s oft-mythicized album offers a chance to experience Rory’s rollercoaster last few years through a musical hue.
Maker Park Radio’s Punk Rock Mini-Golf is returning this June for its third year in Maker Park, Staten Island. In addition to the mini-golf will be the performances of 19 bands from June 2-4 and June 10-11.
The nine-hole golf course itself features artwork contributed by Staten Island bands, such as X-Ray Specks, The Cramps, Decendents, and The Ramones. On June 4, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., there will be a tournament for two-person teams, entry at $20 per person. The winners of the tournament will receive half the pot, with the remainder going to support Maker Park Radio.
Even if you don’t know the history of punk rock, this event is always a blast. There are so many great bands this year to check out!
Art Director Tom Ferrie
Maker Park Radio itself is a non-profit Radio Station that broadcasts from MakerSpace NYC on Staten Island. Kristin Wallace and Tom Ferrie founded the organization in 2017 to act as a hub for those who create or enjoy music. It is a volunteer-run organization that helps to amplify artistic spirit across mediums and genres.
Dates and Times of Performances
June 2
Golf will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with bands from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.. Bands featured include: The Dracu-Las; Sean K. Preston; and Ratas En Zelo.
June 3
Golf will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with bands from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.. Bands featured include: Nervous Triggers; The Revelatours; Early Riser; and Goddamn Wrecks.
June 4
Golf will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with bands from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.. The mini-golf tournament is to be from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on June 4. Bands featured include: The Lookout Honeys; Ward Hill Boys; Kerbivore; and High Chiefs.
June 10
Golf will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with bands from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.. Bands featured include: Cohort B; Mighty Joe Castro and the Gravamen; Lip Critic; and Boz Boorer and the Cocket Pox.
June 11
Golf will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with bands from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.. Bands featured include: Our Own Yokos; The Flesh Junkies; Gamma Ghouls; and Enrage.
Punk Rock Mini-Golf is an all ages event, with children 10 and under receiving free admission. For all others, the $10 entry fee grants access to the performances and unlimited rounds of mini-golf. More information on Maker Park Radio can be found on their website.
Connecticut’s femme pop artist Lexi Mariah has just released her newest single “No Worries…,” a catchy electro-pop tune that is truly vibrant with melody. Presenting an upbeat tempo and electrifying melody, the track truly showcases Lexi Mariah’s vibrant personality and remarkable songwriting skills.
This new pop single features a captivating chorus that will have you humming along in no time produced by the acclaimed Kenny Cash (Sony, Disney, Nickelodeon, Netflix). The track is a fusion of Lexi’s unique style and Cash’s signature production.
“No Worries…” is completely full of infectious hooks, with pulsing beats and relatable lyrics. Lexi took inspiration from the styles of the industry’s top artists such as Taylor Swift, Bebe Rexha, and Ava Max. Overall, the single showcases all the best elements of electro-pop for fans to enjoy.
The storyline behind the single comes from the artist’s personal frustrations with disloyalty. “You know that feeling when you’re hanging out with someone, putting in the effort, giving them your undivided attention, but you can tell they’re distracted by someone else the entire time?” says Lexi.
“Then by the end of the night or the next day, they’re so apologetic and you’re just too emotionally exhausted to deal with it, so you brush them off with the low key sarcastic ‘it’s fine, no worries!’” she adds. “It’s a phrase I say a lot, and honestly, it’s almost always a lie. There’s pretty much always a worry and it’s usually never fine.” the singer laughs. The upbeat track can resonate with anyone who has ever felt the sting of betrayal, making it relatable for fans old and new.
With her previous songs receiving love and praise from outlets such as Rolling Stone IN, Melodic Magazine and EARMILK, it is no surprise that Lexi Mariah has cemented her status as one of the most exciting new voices in electro-pop with this track. “No Worries…” is a true testament to her growth as an artist.
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Ballard Park in Westport will once again host a free, seven-week live music concert series. Performances will take place on Thursdays at 7PM, running from July 6 to August 17, 2023. This year’s lineup features everything from Beatles tribute bands to elite jazz musicians.
Ballard Park is perched atop a grassy hillside overlooking Lake Champlain and the Green Mountains of Vermont. This year, the park will also be home to the Westport-Wadhams Day concert on July 1.
Ballard Park was once the location of The Westport Inn, an illustrious grand hotel located in the heart of the Adirondacks. After the 1967 demolition of the building, Anne Ballard (“Petey”) Cerf, a long-time summer resident purchased the property. In 1989 she established Ballard Park in honor of her parents.
The park is open to the public and has both lake and beach access. In addition to the summer concert series, Ballard Park offers sledding and ice skating in the winter.
Organizers recommend that visitors bring blankets and low chairs. In the case of rain the concerts will switch over to the Whallonsburg Grange Hall. More information and updates can be found here.
Ballard Park Summer Concert Series lineup
July 1- STUDIO TWO, an early Beatles tribute band.
July 6- KAT WRIGHT, Vermont’s renowned blues and soul star.
July 13- MYRA FLYNN, part of the “Roar of the Queen! Tour”, Flynn arrives to Ballard Park after headlining Burlington’s Discover Jazz festival.
July 20- NICHOLAS EDWARD WILLIAMS, an American troubadour dedicated to preserving the songs and styles that shaped the United States .
July 27- RAY VEGA, Vermont’s master of Jazz and a University Scholar at UVM
August 3- MEADOWMOUNT SCHOOL OF MUSIC, Petey Cerf Memorial Concert— strings students from Westport’s renowned summer camp.
August 10- PLOUGHMAN’S LUNCH, North Country musicians known for bluegrass, swing and covers.
August 17- RYAN CLARK, from his hometown of Lake George to new home in Nashville, Ryan has received national acclaim for his talent and voice.
The 5th annual Ithaca Reggae Fest will be held from June 23rd to the 24th at Stewart Park. This will be a family-friendly community event celebrating the meeting point of Jamaican and New York State reggae.
The Fest will kick off on Friday, June 23rd from 5 to 9 PM at the Large Pavilion in Stewart Park. This Welcome Block Party will feature performances from DJ Jesse Hill, Mohawk peoples’ Ononkwa-Medicine, and the GIAC Jumpers. Following these opening acts will be legendary Jamaican producer, Scientist, who will be performing a select set with various special guests. Attendees will also have the opportunity to engage in civic responsibility by participating in the HeadCount Voter Drive, with the opportunity to register to vote, and other things.
On the following Saturday, June 24th, the festivities will continue beginning at 9 AM with 108 Sun Salutations led by the festival’s partners Yoga Farm. After the Salutations, festival goers will have the opportunity to participate in additional yoga activities as well as a free breakfast. A Gayogo̱hó꞉nǫ’ Cultural Celebration and community drum circle with One Heart Community Drumming will directly follow to launch a day full of incredible artists.
In addition to the headlining performers including the Rochester-based Giant Panda Guerrilla Squad and the Ithaca-based Double Tiger, Saturday’s lineup includes some of the best reggae bands from throughout New York State from Brooklyn’s SunDub to Ithaca’s own afrofunk New Planets.
The Ithaca Reggae Fest will also feature various “villages” for festival goers to visit and participate in, each with their own theme. As the festival is dedicated to protecting Cayuga Lake, it will showcase numerous water protection organizations from throughout the state in its Education Village. Divertingly, the Youth Village is a place where young people can find a sense of belonging at the festival as Ithaca’s own GIAC is organizing various activities including face painting, family yoga, hula hooping, art projects, games, the Physics Bus, and more.
With a focus on all things art, GIAC and famous artist Jay Stooks will be hosting the Art Village featuring numerous local, regional, and national artists. These individuals will be creating live art in addition to an interactive mural for all to paint on throughout the day on Saturday.
Lastly, the Fest is in collaboration with AJ Kohn of the Philadelphia Skateboard Academy, Real Action Sports, and The School of Shred. They will be presenting Skateboard Village which will be hosting the 2nd Annual Flat Attack US Pro/Am Championships of Flatland Freestyle Skateboarding. The event will be free to attend and open to all to register. The Qualifying Rounds take place on Friday, June 23 from 11 AM to 5 PM before the Championships on Saturday, June 24 from 2 to 7 PM. Everything skateboarding will take place at the Tennis Courts in Stewart Park. Following the Championship there will be an open invitation to all local and regional skateboarders to compete in a game of S.K.A.T.E., Highest Ollie, and Kicker Best Trick with tons of prizes and raffles. The Art and Skateboard Village is open to the public, and no Ithaca Reggae Fest ticket is needed to participate.
The Ithaca Reggae Fest aims to bring the community together through music, art, and everything in between. Tickets and more information can be found here, with local tickets available at Ithaca Guitar Works.
American Hardcore punk band OFF! played The Bowery Ballroom on Thursday, May 25th in New York City, with support from Austin based all girl punk grunge band Die Spitz.
OFF! Live at Bowery Ballroom, NYC 05/24/23
OFF! is a supergroup that includes legendary frontman, 68 year old hardcore punk icon from Black Flag & Circle Jerks, Keith Morris, guitarist Dimitri Coats (ex-Burning Brides), drummer Justin Brown (Thundercat, Flying Lotus), and bassist Autry Fulbright II (â¦And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead). This stop is part of their North American Tour with two upcoming shows before the band heads out to play festival dates in Europe this summer.
Die Spitz’s lineup included Chloe Andrews, Kate Halter, Ellie Livingston, and Ava Schrobilgen, all childhood friends who formed the band only a year ago and just released their first album Teeth in January 0f 2023.
The Dawn Lipson Canalside outdoor Concert Series at the Rochester Jewish Community Center recently released its summer lineup. Acts include everything from legendary tribute shows to original music by local acts.
Originally born out of the Covid pandemic, the concert series is in its third season of music and events. The covered tent venue holds hundreds of visitors with the option to expand for larger performances.
Something new coming to the venue is the “Music Mondays” series which features two local Rochester musicians at every event. The series also begins with an open mic segment to start each evening.
More events are expected to be announced soon. The full concert series can be found here.
Summer Schedule
June 3- Chris Wilson & Bryan Ayers: A Tribute to Simon & Garfunkel
Upstate New York singers Chris Wilson and Brian Ayers celebrate the music of legendary duo Simon and Garfunkel.
June 10- Bad Sneakers: The Music of Steely Dan and Donald Fagen
Bad Sneakers is a Rochester based band that includes current and past members of Hard Logic, Prime Time Funk, Goodness, The Klick, The Bill Tiberio Band, and The Earthtones. The infectious groove they lay down, along with their precise and dedicated approach to the music will have diehard, as well as new, Steely Dan fans smiling from the first note.
June 15- Thank You For The Music: ABBA’s Greatest Hits
Packed with your favorite tunes and featuring a crew of amazing singers and musicians, this tribute to the internationally beloved Swedish supergroup was created exclusively for the JCC Concert Series by Jessica Ann Best.
June 17- Philadelphia Freedom: The Ultimate Elton John Tribute
Philadelphia Freedom prides itself on being the most realistic Elton John tribute currently touring. Doug Delescavage is Elton John as he was in his 20s, full of joy and unlimited energy, his top notch band through all the hits of Elton’s career.
July 9- The Eaglez: Western New York’s Eagles’ Tribute Band
The Eaglez are Western New York’s own Eagles’ tribute band. The group pays particular attention to the rich harmony vocals that the legendary Eagles are famous for. An Eaglez concert features not only the Eagles’ biggest hits, but also solo songs written and recorded by Joe Walsh, Glenn Frey, and Don Henley.
July 22- Public Water Supply
Public Water Supply is an Alt. Country/Indie Rock act out of Rochester. PWS consists of five university-trained musicians, blending distinctive songwriting, spectacular vocals, and incredible instrumentalists. The members include: Iggy Marino, frontman; Adrianna Noone, lead singer; Karis Gregory, Jr., lead guitar; Alex Brophy, team captain and bass; and Spencer Kornrich, bus driver and drums. PWS dropped their debut self-titled album earlier this year.
July 23- Ronstadt Revue
Linda Ronstadt, an 11-time Grammy winner who has sold over 100 million albums in country, rock, Latin, Motown, and even Broadway music, is no longer performing publicly. Fortunately, her musical legacy now lives on through Gesenia and her Ronstadt Revue. Every Ronstadt Revue show features performances in both English and Spanish, and covers every musical genre of Ms. Ronstadt’s 40+ year career. Two of Ronstadt’s own band members are currently co-producing and featured on the upcoming Ronstadt Revue album.
July 30- The Joint is Jumpin’: Songs of the Harlem Renaissance
Music historian Michael Lasser, singers Connie Fredericks Malone, and Reuben J. Tapp, and accompanist Scott Bradley celebrate the centennial of The Harlem Renaissance. Rediscover this historic time period by listening to the songs of Duke Ellington and Thomas “Fats” Waller.
August 17- Both Sides Now: The Music of Joni Mitchell
Singer and songwriter Kelly Shapiro is joined by musicians Mike Shapiro and Siena Facciolo for a deep dive into the songbook of the legendary Joni Mitchell.
Music Mondays
June 5- Marshay Dominique and Miriam Morelli
June 12- Sarah DeValliere and Emily Champion
July 10- Kelly Izzo Shapiro and Levi Gangi
July 24- Cami Enaharo and Chris Wilson
August 7- Kara Fink and Bret Levick
August 21- Brian McCormick, Jerry Falzone, and Lou Sweigman
For those unaware of the Machine – Conway defied the odds. Merely a man, he proves his machine-like mechanisms on every track with grimey lyrics, references and punchlines. After overcoming gunshot wounds to his head and neck that left the right side of his face paralyzed – he became arguably the most prolific illustrator of our generation. This is Griselda Records.
Griselda Records x Fashion Rebels (GxFR) really started to catapult the competition when they turned adversity into prosperity. Once Westside Gunn put out his first tape, Flyest in Charge – he proved that he meant business. The beautiful part about it is Westside Gunn only started rapping to propel his blood brother Conway the Machine – who was incapacitated at the time.
Conway the Machine and Westside Gunn derive their names from their fallen Buffalo soldier – Machine Gunn Black. The rate at which this collective puts out projects is a direct indicator as to why they are successful. Conway’s latest release, Won’t He Do It symbolizes a turning of the guild. This is his first release under his independent label – Drumwork Music Group. Now does this mean there is a riff between Griselda members? Absolutely not. Westside Gunn conducts business so masterfully that the original trio – WSG, Conway and Benny the Butcher now own and operate their own record labels.
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Won’t He Do It contains a great balance of songs for old and new fans. Altogether, there are contemplative, hyphy, reflective and bouncy types of songs. Also, it has been rumored that this collection of songs is only Side A.
Upon making this album, Conway the Machine flew to Denver and recorded from 12 to 12 every day. Within the throws of his creative process, he compiled six albums worth of material. Recording music is like photography in the sense that you create hundreds of pieces of content only to choose the very best few to present to the public.
Furthermore, it feels like there is purposely less depth within the subject matter of this album. For Griselda artists – this is warranted because they consistently tap deep within the psyche of their audience with mind-altering compositions. It is nice to have a balance of pump-up tunes, classic tracks and songs dedicated to legends like Jay-Z and Kanye.
“Everything about his delivery makes me wanna keep paying attention.”
The particular line above resonated with me because it emphasizes the importance of fine-tuning all moving parts to sustain a profitable and well-oiled machine. Creating something is only 20% of the battle.
Man v. Machine
Nonetheless, hip-hop connoisseurs often refer to a track that shares the same title as the album as a, “Title Track.” The title track on this tape* truly bares all. It sets the tone for the types of blended wavelengths found throughout this entire album. Therefore, this track symbolizes the album as a whole because it displays vulnerability.
Lastly, this album cements a groundbreaking first step in the solidification of Drumwork Music Group. Not only that, but it is the first time Conway has felt comfortable enough to display his face on the album cover. Couple that with wonderful production, top tier rollout/promotion and an absolute banger of a verse from Sauce Walka and you got yourself a downright enjoyable listening experience.
Producers Sonia Friedman and Tom Kirdahy announced that broadway musical New York, New York will launch a North American tour in January 2025. The tour will begin in a New York State city that will be announced at a later date.
Earl M. Rauch wrote the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Motion Picture “New York, New York,” which inspired the creation of the new musical. The musical follows a group of New Yorkers who come together to chase their dreams of music, money, and love. The broadway musical promises to be as spectacular as the city itself. If they can make it there, they’ll make it anywhere.
New York, New York, hailed by Vogue, Variety, Entertainment Weekly, and The Wall Street Journal, is a rhapsodic love letter to the city. A dazzling, energetic performance, the broadway musical emphasizes the image of New York as the dream-chasing capitol of the world.
New York, New York has garnered 9 Tony Award nominations, including Best Musical. Additionally, 6 Drama Desk Award nominations, 4 Drama League Award nominations including Best Musical, and 3 Chita Rivera Award nominations. Composer John Kander received the 2023 Tony for Lifetime Achievement in Theatre and Lifetime Achievement Award from the Chita Rivera Awards. Furthermore, New York, New York won Outer Critics Circle Awards for Outstanding Choreography and Outstanding Scenic Design of a Play or Musical.
The broadway musical will feature music and lyrics by Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Award winners and Acadamcy Award nominees John Kander and Fred Ebb. Additionally, New York, New York features scenic design by Tony and 2023 Outer Critics Circle Award winner and Tony Award nominee Beowulf Boritt. Tony and Emmy winners and nominees oversee costume, lighting, sound, projection, and other production aspects.
Cities and tour dates along with casting and other information, will be announced later.
Follow New York, New York at @nynybway on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tik Tok. Visit their website here for more information.
