NYS Music 2023

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  • Five Can’t-Miss Shows In Syracuse This December

    The holiday season is here, and there may be no greater gift to give your friends and family this season than tickets to a stunning concert. Here are five can’t-miss shows in Syracuse this December that you may want to consider.

    December 1:  Sugar Hill Gang at Middle Ages Beer Hall

    New Jersey hip-hop pioneers Sugar Hill Gang will kick off the month with a performance at Syracuse’s newest music venue, the Middle Ages Beer Hall.  Known for their smash hit “Rapper’s Delight” which was the first rap single to become a top 40 hit (1979), the band has served as the inspiration to countless acts over the last four decades.  In 2019, the group reunited to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the track, and have continued to tour intermittently since.  

    Doors open at 7pm with music starting at 8pm. Tickets are $35.

    December 2:  Brand New Sin at The Westcott Theater

    Central New York hard-rock fans won’t want to miss the reunion of Syracuse’s Brand New Sin on December 2 at The Westcott Theater.  The rockers, led by Joe Altier, last performed a reunion show in 2019.  Active from 2002-2012, the band performed at the 2007 Krockathon, and have opened for bands such as Black Label Society, Slash, Chris Cornell, Godsmack, and Type O Negative. The band saw commercial success in 2002 with the release of the single “My World” which was featured on MTV’s Headbanger’s Ball.

    Doors open at 7pm with music starting at 8pm. Tickets are $30.

    December 8:  Mikaela Davis at Funk ’n Waffles

    Rochester native and New York State favorite Mikaela Davis returns to Funk ’n Waffles for a show on December 8.  Davis will again be joined by her band, Southern Star.  The group recently wrapped up a successful tour in support of their album, And Southern Star, which saw the band open several shows for The Mountain Goats.  Davis, a classically trained harpist, weaves beautiful melodies which intertwine with her band’s Grateful Dead inspired roots.  A recent three-show residency in Syracuse saw the band play two sets each night; one set of Southern Star originals, and one set of Grateful Dead favorites.   The band continues to rise in popularity, and this is surely one you won’t want to miss. Maybird opens the show.

    Doors open at 7pm with music starting at 8pm. Tickets are $22.

    December 8:  Mountain Goats at Homer Center for the Arts

    Coincidentally on the same night, Davis’ recent tour partners and indie-folk rockers The Mountain Goats perform an intimate concert at the Center for the Arts in Homer.  Originally the creation of singer-songwriter John Darnielle, he will be accompanied by a full band for this performance.  Known for high intensity live concerts which feature Darnielle’s clever and witty lyrics, the band frequently sells out whatever venue is in their path.  This performance at the Center for the Arts is no exception.  

    Doors open at 7pm with music starting at 8pm. Tickets are sold out.

    December 13:  Lindsey Stirling at Landmark Theater

    Those looking to get in to the holiday spirt won’t want to miss this one, as Lindsey Stirling returns to Central New York as part of her annual Snow Waltz Tour.   The violinist/dancer, whose performances are known for stunning choreography and theatrics, is embarking on what is now becoming an annual holiday celebration, which will see the violinist perform a wide variety of holiday favorites as well as tracks from her own Snow Waltz album.

    Music starts at 8pm with tickets starting at $79.

  • Flashback: Trey Anastasio Joins Medeski Martin and Wood at Albany’s Palace Theatre, December 1, 2000

    There was already magic in the air when Medeski, Martin and Wood took the stage on December 1, 2000 at The Palace Theatre in Albany. The night was cold but the rumors were hot that some very special guests would be joining MMW that night.  

    Medeski Martin Wood Albany MMW Palace Theatre Trey Anastasio

    Those rumors turned out to be true. Elysian Fields founder/guitarist Oren Bloedow as well as Brazilian percussionist Cyro Baptista joined Medeski Martin and Wood for the entire show.  Rumors had been swirling like an upstate snow squall that Phish frontman Trey Anastasio would be there and when He  joined Medeski, Martin and Wood (plus Bloedow and Baptista) late in the second set, the energy of the crowd and the band reached some amazing heights.

    The night began with some ambient improvisation from Medeski, Martin and Wood with special guests Bloedow and Baptista joining from the start. Instrumental grooves set the mood and seemingly took the audience from jungle to the tropics and through various soundscapes before leading in to “The Dropper.” The first pure melodies of the night then followed with “Nostalgia in Times Square.” From “The Dropper” to “Times Square” – the psychedelic journey had begun and the band took the crowd on what sounded like an audio description of a psychedelic experience through New York City.

    One can almost see the different store fronts, streets, alleys, cabs, people and hallucinations as MMW and friends wind their way from Times Square through “Angel Race (I’ll Wait For You)” and “Shacklyn Knights”, the latter featuring some vintage psychedelic 60’s style guitar leads from Bloedow. A heavy trance like percussion jam brought a return to “Shacklyn Knights” before closing the first set with a dark and jazzy “Seven Deadlies,” again invoking the chaos of mixing psychedelics and The Big City.  

    Ticket stub for Medeski Martin and Wood, which featured sit-ins from Trey Anastasio, Oren Bloedow and Cyro Baptista.

    Set two began with John Medeski laying down an eerie organ intro before Billy Martin kicked in a big beat on drums for “Big Time”.  Chris Wood’s bass fueled the opening jam while MMW was once again joined by Oren Bloedow and Cyro Baptista.  The Five-some took the music to deep, dark space before returning to planet Earth via the Jimi Hendrix classic “Third Stone From The Sun” which featured funky grooves and blistering lead guitar from Oren Bloedow and a percussion breakdown.  The crowd erupted as Trey Anastasio appeared and it was announced that “another special guest” was going to join the stage.  The new ensemble, armed with one of the world’s most talented guitarists kicked off with MMW’s “Partido Alto” with Trey adding his signature guitar style. 

    When asked about this show, Capital region resident Maria Levin, who was in attendance said, “Trey playing “Partido Alto” with MMW is still one of the highlights of my live music life.” “We Are Rolling,” “Start Stop” and a haunting, Roky Erickson-esque “Dracula” had Trey and company exploring the far reaches of the universe with a sound that seemed to encapsulate some of the best elements of Phish and MMW.  Jax Why commented in the Facebook group PHISH TOUR 2014, “A superb evening. The “rumor” was not much of a surprise by the time Big Red (Trey Anastasio) emerged for the second set. However, the style and energy in which He played was. It was quite a different sit-in from when Trey joined MMW in Austin, TX about 4 years prior.  Mature jamming and placement with intent and patience.”  Following “Dracula,” Chris Wood captivated the Palace Theatre crowd with a bass solo that set the tone for a jazzy, funky and at times scary “Chubb Sub” that closed out the set.  

    After a standing ovation, Medeski, Martin, Wood, Bloedow, Baptista and Anastasio returned to the stage and sent the fans home into the Albany night with a “Swamp Road” for the ages.  

    The collaborations at The Palace Theatre in Albany on December 1, 2000 would not only lead to an unforgettable night for those in attendance but also change the course of jamband history.  This magical night in Albany was the first time Trey Anastasio and Cyro Baptista joined forces together on stage. Trey would invite Cyro to join The Trey Anastasio Band in 2002. Cyro continues to be a part of TAB to this day.  

  • Billy Joel Exhibit Opens In Long Island, Fans Overjoyed

    The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) has officially opened its long-anticipated exhibit—‘Billy Joel: My Life, A Piano Man’s Journey.’ This exhibit is the first of its kind, as it is dedicated exclusively to a LIMEHOF inductee. The attraction opened to the public on November 24 and had a strong opening weekend with eager visitors who flocked to visit the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame.

    This exclusive exhibit showcases over 50 years of Billy Joel’s most cherished items, which include rare memorabilia, behind-the-scenes video footage, dozens of awards, rare audio and video recordings, vintage instruments, and historic photos—many of which were donated by Billy Joel himself and have never before been displayed for public viewing. Billy Joel fans from near and far arrived to see the exhibit, which appeals to families and visitors of all ages.

    “It was a thrill to see a long line of eager fans at our opening,” said LIMEHOF Chairman Ernie Canadeo. “Over 500 fans of all ages, many from out of state, enjoyed the exhibit this past weekend, from families with young children to middle age and older adults. The smiles on everyone’s faces after they experienced the exhibit and the Hall of Fame was priceless.  Billy Joel truly touches people of all ages, and this exhibit is testament to his legacy as Long Island’s favorite entertainer.”

    ‘Billy Joel: My Life, A Piano Man’s Journey’ was created by renowned designer and LIMEHOF board member Kevin O’Callaghan, who designed the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame and this current exhibit to great acclaim.

    First in line were longtime Billy Joel fans, Joe and Jenn Mammina from Wading River.

    “Really well done,” said Jenn. “There’s a lot of stuff. It’s laid out great. You can get right up to it. We really enjoyed it.”

    Her husband, Joe, said he particularly enjoyed the interactive elements of the exhibit.

    “In each of the albums’ sections—starting from the early years to the later years—you put the headset on, and you can hear snippets of some of the songs, and it brought back memories from back in that time frame in our lives,” he said.

    Scott Wood, from North Carolina, visited New York to see Billy Joel perform at Madison Square Garden and stayed on to check out the opening of the exhibit.

    “It was fantastic,” Wood said afterward. “I saw in a news article recently that when Billy came through, he was pretty touched and said: ‘This is a lot more personal than I thought.’ And while I get it, there’s a huge gap between his personal and my personal. This was personal for all of his fans who came here, too. We’re reliving a lot of the memories he gave us over the years, and the things we were doing when those albums came out.” 

    As further proof that this event is an experience that genuinely appeals to all ages, Dan Bod and his family came from East Northport to see the exhibit. His eight-year-old son, Jared, said that he himself was thinking about learning to play the piano and was amazed by everything that was on display.

    “My favorite thing that I got to see was the screen with the spinning piano. I got to see lots of the concerts on the screen,” Jared said. 

    “The layout and all the items are just fantastic,” said Dan. “I loved to see The Hassles and the music kit and the drum kit and the organ—that’s fantastic. For the average fan, it’s definitely a learning experience and a walk down music history lane.”

    Marni Alexis Thomas, from Massachusetts, arrived at the exhibit where she showed off her license plate that reads ‘JOELFN’ after having seen him perform at Madison Square Garden.

    “I said: ‘I’ve got to be there the first day that it opens.’ He’s like the greatest show on Earth. Billy Joel rocks my world and soothes my soul,” Thomas said. Upon walking into the exhibit and seeing so many pictures of him, she joked: “This is like walking into my bedroom as a teenager.”

    This exhibit is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity where families and visitors from all walks of life may experience Billy Joel’s life-spanning career—from his roots in Hicksville/Levittown through his albums, tours, inspirations, and personal experiences.

    LIMEHOF is open Wed-Sun 11am-6pm. Tickets are available for sale at here or may be purchased in person at LIMEHOF (97 Main Street, Stony Brook, NY). This is a timed entry exhibit, so tickets will be sold by time block availability. There is also the option to purchase VIP ’any time‘ tickets—which may be presented at any time for the duration of the exhibit.

    For more information about LIMEHOF and ‘Billy Joel: My Life, A Piano Man’s Journey,’ visit this website.

  • The Public Theater Presents Alicia Keys’ New Musical Hell’s Kitchen

    The Public Theater is presenting the coming-of-age musical, Hell’s Kitchen, on stage this fall. The production has now been extended twice, running through January 7 at Manhattan’s historic nonprofit theater.

    Hell's Kitchen Musical logo graphic

    Written by Grammy Award-winner Alicia Keys, Hell’s Kitchen follows the story of Ali, a 17-year-old New Yorker reaching towards her dreams, falling in love, and navigating mother-daughter relationships. She encounters a neighbor playing piano, which opens new doors for her into unexpected and exciting new opportunities.

    Based somewhat on Alicia Keys’ own experiences, the legendary artist worked for over 13 years to perfect the full body of work that is now showing at New York’s Public Theater.

    The show is choreographed by Tony nominee Camille A. Brown, and directed by yet another Tony nominee, Michael Grief. With a stacked production team and a cast featuring Maleah Joi Moon as protagonist Ali alongside Shoshana Bean (Wicked), and Brandon Victor Dixon (The Color Purple, Hamilton), the show delivers a heartfelt and impactful story.

    Hell's Kitchen musical, onstage
    Photo Credit: Joan Marcus

    Now playing at the Public Theater, Hell’s Kitchen was originally scheduled to run through mid-December, but has now been extended for audiences through January 7, 2024. Tickets for all shows are available now. Lottery and discounted tickets are also available.

    Open captioned, masked, and sign language interpreted performances will also be held on select dates. Tickets and all information are available at publictheater.com.

  • Baked Shrimp Announce Indefinite Hiatus and Farewell Tour

    The dynamic progressive fusion rock trio Baked Shrimp from Long Island announced in a letter to fans that they are going on an indefinite hiatus, starting in February 2024.

    Before disbanding though, the group is embarking on a farewell album release tour, coming to the Cutting Room, Funk ‘n Waffles, and The Hollow in January and February of 2024.

    Baked Shrimp consists of Jared Cowen (Guitar/Vocals), Scott Reill (Bass/Vocals), and Jager Soss (Drums/Vocals). Together, they channel boundless energy, unique songwriting, and powerful improvisation, weaving into a symphonic odyssey that is their eclectic discography. During the years 2022 and 2023, the group performed over 215 concerts throughout the US and Canada, debuting at renowned events like the Peach Music Festival, Summer Camp Music Festival, Northlands Live, and Mile of Music.

    They have played with the likes of Phil Lesh and provided direct support for the Disco Biscuits, Dopapod, Twiddle, and Andy Frasco & The U.N.

    In their letter to fans, Baked Shrimp expressed gratitude for their fans and to venue and festival owners for “taking a chance on [them].” Going on, they said “These past seven years have been a privilege and honor getting to perform our original music with all of our heart and soul in front of your dancing, smiling, and loving faces from all different parts of the country. The three of us will cherish every one of these moments for the rest of our lives.”

    The band is going separate ways, with each member pursuing their dreams and will still remain active in the music industry. Ending the announcement, the group wishes everyone well, saying “Stay safe, love and respect one another, enjoy the holidays, and we’ll see you for one last tour starting in January at home in NYC.”

    To purchase tickets to their upcoming farewell album release tour, visit here.

    Baked Shrimp Farewell Album Release Tour 2024:
    01/12 – The Cutting Room – New York, NY (Album Release Party)
    01/13 – The 8×10 – Baltimore, MD w/ Greasy Hands
    01/14 – The Camel – Richmond, VA (Umphrey’s McGee After-Party)
    01/17 – Charleston Pour House – Charleston, SC
    01/18 – The Pour House – Raleigh, NC w/ The Hourglass Kids
    01/19 – Live at “The Shop” – Dunbar, WV
    01/20 – Blue Fox Billiards – Winchester, VA w/ Tim Cintron Project
    02/02 – The Drake – Amherst, MA
    02/03 – Nectar’s – Burlington, VT
    02/08 – Funk ‘n Waffles – Syracuse, NY
    02/09 – The Hollow – Albany, NY
    02/10 – River Street Jazz Cafe – Plains, PA
    02/17 – Park City Music Hall – Bridgeport, CT (Final Show) w/ Honeydew

  • Avenged Sevenfold To Kick Of North American Tour In Buffalo

    Avenged Sevenfold announced the third leg of their North American “Life Is But A Dream… Tour,” set to kick off in Buffalo on March 6. Featuring special guests Poppy and Sullivan King, the tour includes 16 shows across the country for an exciting new leg of the tour.

    Avenged Sevenfold tour poster

    Avenged Sevenfold formed in 1999 in Huntington Beach, CA, and have released seven studio albums and sold over 8 million copies since their beginnings. Now consisting of M. Shadows (vocals), Zacky Vengeance (rhythm guitar), Synyster Gates (lead guitar), Johnny Christ (bass), and Brooks Wackerman (drums), the group is promoting their most recent full-length release, Life Is But a Dream…

    Avenged Sevenfold Photo Credit: Steve Thrasher
    Photo Credit: Steve Thrasher

    The third leg of the Life Is But A Dream… Tour kicks off on March 6 with a show at Buffalo’s KeyBank Center. The band will make stops in Toronto, Cleveland, Indianapolis, Pittsburgh, and Raleigh, before finishing off with a show at Newark, NJ’s Prudential Center on March 31. 

    General onsale for tickets will begin on December 1 at 10AM. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale. More information is available at avengedsevenfold.com and LiveNation.com.

    AVENGED SEVENFOLD LIFE IS BUT A DREAM…NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES LEG 3: 

    Wed Mar 06 – Buffalo, NY – KeyBank Center 

    Thu Mar 07 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena 

    Sat Mar 09 – Cleveland, OH – Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse 

    Mon Mar 11 – Grand Rapids, MI – Van Andel Arena 

    Wed Mar 13 – Cincinnati, OH – Heritage Bank Center 

    Fri Mar 15 – Des Moines, IA – Wells Fargo Arena 

    Sat Mar 16 – Lincoln, NE – Pinnacle Bank Arena* 

    Mon Mar 18 – Moline, IL – Vibrant Arena at The Mark 

    Tue Mar 19 – Indianapolis, IN – Gainbridge Fieldhouse 

    Thu Mar 21 – Uncasville, CT – Mohegan Sun Arena

    Sat Mar 23 – Manchester, NH – SNHU Arena 

    Mon Mar 25 – Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena 

    Tue Mar 26 – Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena 

    Thu Mar 28 – Knoxville, TN – Thompson–Boling Arena 

    Fri Mar 29 – Raleigh, NC – PNC Arena 

    Sun Mar 31 – Newark, NJ – Prudential Center

    *Without Sullivan King, Featuring Support from Vended

  • Phish to Play Sphere Las Vegas in April

    After months of rumors, Phish has announced four performances at Sphere in Las Vegas, NV, from April 18-21, 2024.

    Considered the world’s most cutting-edge venue, Sphere will host the Vermont jam band as they perform four shows with completely unique setlists AND visuals, making each shows a truly once-in-a-lifetime audio-visual experience.

    phish sphere las vegas

    Sphere is powered by next-generation technologies, including a 160,000 sq. ft. LED display inside the main venue bowl that wraps up, over, and around the audience, creating a fully immersive visual environment. At 16K x 16K, it is the highest-resolution LED screen on earth. The venue also features Sphere Immersive Sound, powered by HOLOPLOT, the world’s most advanced concert-grade audio system, which delivers audio with unmatched clarity and precision to every guest.

    From the moment we first heard about Sphere and its potential, we’ve been dreaming up ways to bring our show to this breathtaking canvas. We’re thrilled to present this completely unique experience to Phish fans.

    Trey Anastasio

    The ticket request period is now underway at tickets.phish.com and will continue through 9 AM PT/noon ET Monday, December 11. All remaining tickets go on sale to the general public beginning Friday, December 15 at 10AM PT/1PM ET. In addition, travel packages will go on sale Friday, December 1 at 10AM PT/1PM ET, exclusively via phishatsphere.100xhospitality.com.

    These shows mark the beginning of a new relationship between Phish and Sphere, but they will be the only shows Phish will perform at the venue in Las Vegas in 2024.

  • Catch Holiday Jazz in Buffalo All Season Long

    This holiday season, Buffalo’s local venues Seneca One and The Canterbury Woods Performing Arts Center will host a variety of Christmas festivities with holiday jazz for all. The events feature A Charlie Brown Christmas presented at both venues for a total of three shows, as well as the “In The Christmas City” Jazz Concert, featuring rising jazz vocalist Corinne Mammana.

    A Charlie Brown Christmas

    Seneca One will present A Charlie Brown Christmas on December 2 at 7:30PM and December 3 at 2PM. The Ed Croft Trio will perform the beloved soundtrack by Vince Guaraldi. Ed Croft will lead the performance with story anecdotes between songs, celebrating the adored holiday classic movie. Tickets are available for December 2 and December 3.

    Corinne Mammana
    Corinne Mammana

    Seneca One will follow with a holiday jazz concert titled “In The Christmas City” on December 8. The show stars rising jazz vocalist Corinne Mammana, combining jazz with timeless holiday traditions. Mammana has not just vocal skills, but is also a songwriter, arranger, recording artist, and bandleader sure to deliver a wonderful performance. Tickets are available here.

    Finally, The Canterbury Woods Performing Arts Center will also present “A Charlie Brown Christmas” on December 13 led by the Ed Croft Trio. The Trio consists of Ed Croft, Ivan Docenko, and Dave Wasik. Presented by JazzBuffalo and Canterbury Woods, the classic soundtrack to A Charlie Brown Christmas is a perfect holiday event for Buffalo. Tickets are available here.

  • Northlands Music & Arts Festival Announces Initial Lineup Featuring Goose and More

    Northlands Music & Arts Festival has announced the initial lineup for the third annual installment, taking place June 14-15, 2024, in Swanzey, NH.

    The 2024 Northlands Music & Arts Festival lineup boasts a wide array of talent, featuring internationally acclaimed touring ensembles. the festival will again feature nonstop music on two adjacent stages facing a massive concert ground, as well as some of the region’s top acts on a bustling campground stage. Those camping onsite will be treated to late-night silent disco performances, with music going into the early morning.

    Northlands 2024 will include indie-jam sensation Goose, the rustic harmonies of Greensky Bluegrass, and jam band icons moe. Further adding to the roster are Krasno & Friends, Mihali, Sierra Hull, Dopapod, Spafford, TAUK, Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad, and Magic Beans. The festival once again welcomes the all-star, all-female group Super Sonic Shorties, led by Nikki Glaspie. Other special guests include Kanika Moore (artist at large), Jennifer Hartswick, and Natalie Cressman.

    Additional main stage artists and 15+ emerging regional acts set to light up the Campground Stage will be announced in early 2024.

    Northlands continues to lead the way in sustainability, committed to the adage “Enjoy Life. Do Good”. Following the elimination of single-use plastics in 2023 and the introduction of industry-leading recycling and composting programs, the festival will continue to significantly reduce its carbon footprint.

    As we enter our 3rd year, we’ve fine-tuned our approach based on what our patrons value most. The growth and connection within the Northlands community is truly inspiring. We couldn’t be more excited to share this year’s spectacular lineup, enhanced camping options, and further our commitment to sustainability. As always, our lineup proudly features many talented women, and we eagerly anticipate the magic they, alongside all of our performers, will bring to the festival.

    festival co-producer Jen Meyerhardt.

    Tickets go on sale on December 1 at 12 PM ET. Options include General Admission, Car Camping, powered and unpowered RV Camping, Family Camping, and VIP experiences, with a new VIP Glamping experience, providing an elevated camping experience.

    THE INITIAL NORTHLANDS 2024 LINEUP

    Goose 

    Greensky Bluegrass

    moe.

    Eric Krasno and Friends

    Mihali

    Sierra Hull

    Dopapod

    Spafford

    TAUK

    Super Sonic Shorties

    Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad

    Kanika Moore (artist at large)

    Magic Beans

    The Psycodelics

    Special Guests: Jennifer Hartswick, Natalie Cressman, Nikki Glaspie

  • Busta Rhymes Announces 2024 BLOCKBUSTA Tour, Tour Closer at Brooklyn Paramount

    Busta Rhymes, 12-time GRAMMY® Award nominee and one of the most influential rappers of all time, will launch a massive North American headline tour, BLOCKBUSTA, set for 2024.

    Busta Rhymes persists and perseveres as one of history’s most indomitable, impactful, and influential rappers. His patented tongue-twisting flow and lyrical fireworks changed the art form, flooding the culture with speed and begging it to maintain pace.

    He has garnered a staggering 12 GRAMMY® Award nominations, sold over 10 million albums worldwide, and delivered seven Top 10 debuts on the Billboard 200. Dubbed “the greatest performer of all time” by JAY-Z and “the James Brown of hip-hop” by Phife Dawg, he notably made it from the humblest of beginnings in East Flatbush Brooklyn, all the way to the White House visiting with President Barack Obama.

    He is a rare force of nature who started off with Leaders of the New School and has collaborated with everyone from Dr. Dre, Janet Jackson, Kendrick Lamar, Eminem, Missy Elliott, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige, and Mariah Carey to Dave Chappelle, Ozzy Osbourne, and Chris Rock. Esteemed outlets such as Billboard, Vibe, and The Source placed him on their list of the Top 50 MCs of All Time, while MTV has called him “one of hip-hop’s greatest visual artists.” BET Jams crowned Busta’s “Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Can See” as the “Greatest Hip-Hop Video of All-Time.”

    Wikipedia

    Produced by The Conglomerate Entertainment and Live Nation, this will be the first headlining run in support of his acclaimed new full-length offering, BLOCKBUSTA, out now. This jaunt includes a stop at Brooklyn Paramount in Brooklyn, NY, on April 21, 2024. Busta will be joined by a special guest in select cities – stay tuned to his socials for more. 

    Busta notably Executive Produced the album alongside legendary heavyweights, Pharrell Williams, Timbaland, and Swizz Beatz. It boasts a bevy of bangers, including the latest single “OK” [feat. Young Thug], “LUXURY LIFE” [feat. Coi Leray], and “Beach Ball” [feat. BIA].

    This tour maintains his momentum from a triumphant turn supporting 50 Cent this year on the historic sold out global Final Lap Tour. As always, expect a supernova-level set night after night from Busta as he delivers earth-shaking classics and choice cuts from BLOCKBUSTA.

    BLOCKBUSTA 2024 TOUR DATES

    3/13    San Francisco, CA            The Masonic

    3/15    Los Angeles, CA                  Hollywood Palladium

    3/16    Anaheim, CA                       House of Blues

    3/17    San Diego, CA                     SOMA

    3/19    Las Vegas, NV                     House of Blues

    3/20    Phoenix, AZ                         The Van Buren

    3/22    Denver, CO                          Fillmore Auditorium

    3/24    Dallas, TX                            South Side Ballroom

    3/26    Austin, TX                            Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater

    3/28    Houston, TX                        713 Music Hall

    3/30    Atlanta, GA                          Coca Cola Roxy

    4/1      Orlando, FL                          House of Blues

    4/2      Miami Beach, FL                  Fillmore Miami Beach At Jackie Gleason Theatre

    4/4      Raleigh, NC                         The Ritz

    4/5      Charlotte, NC                      The Fillmore Charlotte

    4/7      Philadelphia, PA                  The Fillmore Philadelphia

    4/8      Silver Spring, MD                The Fillmore Silver Spring

    4/9      Boston, MA                         House of Blues 

    4/11     Detroit, MI                           The Fillmore Detroit 

    4/12    Toronto, ON                         HISTORY

    4/14    Chicago, IL                           Radius Chicago

    4/17    Nashville, TN                       Marathon Music Works

    4/18    Cincinnati, OH                     Andrew J. Brady Music Center

    4/21    Brooklyn, NY                       Brooklyn Paramount

    Tickets will be available starting with Citi presale which began on Tuesday November 28. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on-sale beginning on Friday, December 1 at 10 AM at LiveNation.com. 

    Citi is the official card of the BLOCKBUSTA Tour. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning on Tuesday, November 28 at 10 am ET until Thursday, November 30 at 10 pm through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details visit www.citientertainment.com.

    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 general admission tickets, individual Meet & Greet, photo op, and Q&A with Busta Rhymes, autographed item, early entry with priority access to the floor & more. For more information, visit vipnation.com.

    Listen to BLOCKBUSTA HERE. Follow Busta Rhymes on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.