NYS Music 2023

Category: Festival News

  • Geneva Music Festival Announces 2023 Theme, Dates

    Known as the Finger Lakes premiere summer kick-off event, the Geneva Music Festival has announced their 2023 season theme and dates.

    The festival was founded in 2011 by Geneva native and violinist Geoffrey Herd with fellow Genevans violinist Eliot Heaton and cellist Hannah Collins. Originally a weekend of chamber music for their hometown, the festival has grown over the years. Now in its 13th season, the festival attracts audiences of all regions to hear outstanding musicians from the world’s stages. 

    While still rooted in the chamber music repertoire, performances now include jazz, contemporary, and bluegrass music. Festival musicians include leading classical soloists, multiple Grammy Award-winning artists, members of the Lincoln Center Chamber Music Society, and faculty from Yale, Juilliard, the Colburn School, and the Cleveland Institute of Music.

    This years theme will be “Gods, Myths and the Divine” from May 21 to June 11. GMF artists-in-residence and visiting artists will explore the connection between music and experiences of uplifting our spirit, seeking something larger in the universe, or contemplating anew our place here on earth. This 8-concert series explores composers throughout history who have been inspired by their religious beliefs or by the universal themes embedded in cultural myths to create music of rich meaning and beauty.

    “I’m excited to share our 2023 theme, Gods, Myths, and the Divine, through which we will explore musical masterpieces inspired by composers’ religious and spiritual beliefs. Walking through Milan last summer, I was struck by the inimitable architecture of the Duomo di Milano and found myself pondering how many of the world’s greatest pieces of art grow naturally out of their creator’s religious beliefs.

    Festival Director Geoffrey Herd

    The Geneva Music Festival’s mission is to entertain, inspire, and nurture a lifelong appreciation of chamber and other musical genres in Finger Lakes communities. They strive to present world-class artists that engage audiences of all ages, including populations with little exposure to music of this caliber.  Purposeful engagement with young people is an integral part of the Festival’s programming and children 18 years and younger are admitted free to all public concerts.  

    A full lineup and schedule will be availible in the coming weeks. Please visit the festivals website for more information.

  • Peach Music Festival Announces Additions to 2023 Lineup

    The Peach Music Festival has announced additions to the lineup for the 2023 festival, running from June 29 through July 2 at Montage Mountain in Scranton, PA.

    Peach Music Festival 2023 Lineup

    The Peach Music Festival was created in 2012 as the first-ever Allman Brothers Band-inspired festival in the Northeast and has quickly evolved into one of the most highly-anticipated summer musical events loved by music enthusiasts from across the nation. It is a one-of-a-kind festival, as it features food and craft vendors on the grounds and access to the scenic Montage Mountain Ski Resort’s large water park.

    Featured at this year’s festival will be a performance of Allman Brothers Band record Brothers & Sisters, with founding member Jaimoe performing as Jaimoe and Friends and duo Brother and Sister. There will also be a special appearance by 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).

    Goose, Tedeschi Trucks Band, My Morning Jacket, and Ween will headline The Peach Music Festival 2023. They will be joined by Joe Russo’s Almost Dead, Les Claypool’s Flying Frog Brigade, Mike Gordon, Lettuce, Twiddle, and Ripe. Last year’s lineup included Billy Strings, Trey Anastasio Band, Goose, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, and many more.

    Ween will be headlining the 2023 Peach Music Festival.

    Newly added to the Peach Festival lineup include Ziggy Marley, Australian Pink Floyd performing a 50th anniversary tribute to Dark Side of the Moon, Jupiter & Okwess, Broadband featuring Kanika Moore, The National Reserve, J.D. Simo, Little Bird, and Mountain Grass Unit.

    Late-night sets at the Peach Music Festival will feature LP Giobbi presents Dead House and Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Peach on Friday, June 30, The Australian Pink Floyd Show, and Magic City Hippies on Saturday, July 1. In addition to the headliners, Peach Music Festival also features Joe Russo’s Almost Dead, Les Claypool’s Flying Frog Brigade, Mike Gordon, Lettuce, Twiddle, and Ripe. 

    Peach Music Festival

    On sale now are VIP passes, reserved seating, glamping, travel packages, as well as a special four-day, general admission $99 lawn ticket. New this year will be a GA+ ticket allowing fans with a General Admission ticket access under the pavilion for headliner sets (in the 200-level seating area) for $149. To purchase tickets for the 2023 festival, go here.

    Full Lineup

    Thursday, June 29

    Headliner: Goose (two sets)

    Featuring: Twiddle, Thumpasaurus, and Friends of the Brothers

    Friday, June 30

    Headliner: Ween

    Featuring: Umphrey’s McGee, Ripe, Dogs In A Pile Trouble No More, Taper’s Choice, Tauk featuring Kanika Moore, Mo Lowda & The Humble, Kanika Moore presents The Broadband, Son Little Yam Yam, Ally Venable, Little Bird, The Psycodelics, Couch, Will Evans, Baked Shrimp, and Proper Tea

    Late Night Set: LP Giobbi and Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Peach

    Saturday, July 1

    Headliner: My Morning Jacket

    Featuring: Les Claypool’s Fearless Flying Frog Brigade, Mike Gordon, Andy Frasco & The U.N., Jaimoe & Friends, Karina Rykman, Melt, Raq, Circles Around the Sun, Oh He Dead, Cris Jacobs Band, One Time Weekend, The Sweet Lillies, The National Reserve, Brother and Sister, Veronica Lewis, JB Strauss, Mountain Grass Unit, Wax Owls, and Brown Eyed Women

    Late Night Set: The Australian Pink Floyd Show performing Dark Side of the Moon and Magic City Hippies.

    Sunday, July 2

    Headliner: Tedeschi Trucks Band

    Featuring: Ziggy Marley, Joe Russo’s Almost Dead, Lettuce, Duane Betts, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Ghost Light, Taz Plays Hendrix, Mihali, Jupiter & Okwess, J.D. Simo, Quinn Sullivan, Hans Williams, Parrotfish, Kendall Street Company, and Roast John.

  • Rock The Bells Announces Lineup for Timeless Hip Hop Cruise With Rick Ross, Lil Jon, Big Boi and More, in Celebration of Hip Hop’s 50th Anniversary

    Rock The Bells — the hip hop culture platform founded by LL Cool J — have announced the lineup for their Timeless Hip Hop Cruise. Aptly tittled, Rock The Bells Cruise: A Hip-Hop Experience, the media entities partnership with Sixthman will see a host of hip hop legends perform on the Miami-to-Bahamas getaway.

    Rock The Bells began as music festival in Queens and will now be going abroad

    Setting Sail on November 13, performers on Rock The Bells’ Timeless Hip Hop Cruise will include hip hop stars of various eras. Headliners include the likes of Rick Ross, Lil Jon and Big Boi. While Ghostface Killah, Big Daddy Kane, Just Blaze and a host of other legends from hip hop’s golden era will make apperances. MC Lyte, Trina & Trick Daddy, Too $hort, Slick Rick, DJ Jazzy Jeff, DJ Spinderella, Mannie Fresh, Pete Rock, DJ Quik, Rah Digga, EPMD, Bun B, Bahamadia, Grandmaster Caz, DJ Scratch, The Finisher Mister Cee, DJ EPPS, DJ Nina 9, Grandmaster Dee, Technician The DJ, and DJ Critical Hype. Hosted by Roxanne Shanté & Torae, attendees will also experience a pool deck party series presented by world-renowned party rocker Kid Capri. 

    At Rock The Bells, we believe classic and timeless Hip-Hop deserves to be served on a silver platter and we can’t wait for Hip-Hop lovers across the globe to be immersed in the culture for five days, on five stages. We’re excited to partner with Sixthman, who bridges the gap between artists and fans, creating unforgettable guest experiences.

    – Rock The Bell’s President James Cuthbert

    What to Expect at Rock The Bells Hip Hop Cruise?

    The expedition kicks-off with a special “Welcome to Miami” performance by Miami hip hop legends Trick Daddy and Trina on the ship’s pool deck. Attendees who purchased their cabin before January 18 will be able to hang out with Trick Daddy and Trina at a private cocktail happy hour prior to setting sail. Moreover, attendees can expect dozens of performances and intimate experiences from some of Hip-Hop’s classic MCs, DJs and producers. In effect, Rock The Bells will be taking over every corner of the ship with pool deck parties presented by world renowned DJ Kid Capri. Other fun endeavors will include MC and DJ battles, rap karaoke, interactive graffiti, live podcasts, roller skating, open mic nights, movie screenings, masterclasses, art galleries, custom grillz, tattoos, basketball and The Trill Mealz Food Court. 

    The Norwegian Pearl will play host to “Rock The Bells Cruise: A Hip-Hop Experience.”


    How could I not Rock the Boat with the Goat? LL COOL J’s Rock The Bells keep the culture afloat. Please believe it.” Too $hort added “Rock The Bells is Hip-Hop History, and they’re working to MAKE history!

    – Roxanne Shante
    https://youtu.be/w3sdpSa91PM

  • The Governors Ball 2023 – Lizzo, Odesza, Kendrick Lamar Headline Move to Flushing Meadows

    The Governors Ball is moving down the block in 2023; shifting over to Flushing Meadows Corona Park for a stacked weekend headlined by Lizzo, Odesza, and Kendrick Lamar. The storied NYC music festival has had several homes over the years, spending the last two years in the parking lot of Citi Field. From June 9-11, the festival pops up in one of the most iconic green spaces in the city, host to two World’s Fairs and the annual US Open tennis tournament.

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    The Governors Ball 2023 Lineup

    The Governors Ball 2023 lineup leans heavily into rap, hip hop, and R&B, bookending the weekend with performances by Lizzo and Kendrick Lamar. Friday and Sunday also feature performances from the School of Rock Queens and Brooklyn, respectively. The performance-based music schools provide lessons to people of all ages and will be presenting their house bands for two very special performances at the festival. Other New York natives on the lineup include Pusha T (Bronx), Joey Bada$$, and Phony Ppl (Brooklyn).

    A music festival that calls Queens home has to meet certain requirements. The “World’s Borough” by itself is one of the most diverse metro areas anywhere in the world. Roosevelt Avenue sits right outside the festival grounds and it is estimated that nearly 300 languages and dialects are spoken in the neighborhoods Roosevelt cuts through. This year, The Governors Ball is partnering with the Queens Night Market to present a wide array of cultural vendors from Queens to be featured inside the festival. Fans will be able to sample the food, art, and cultural diversity of the borough while navigating the festival grounds in Flushing Meadows.

    The Citi cardmember presale starts today, Jan. 17, and runs through Thursday, Jan. 19. You can also register for the fan presale, which begins on Jan. 19. Head over to GovBall.com to signup for the fan presale.

    Stay tuned to NYS Music for more information about the festival, including the dates for the general sale which are yet to be announced. In the meantime, you can relive the 2022 edition (and the last at Citi Field) by checking out our Friday, Saturday, and Sunday recaps.

  • Foo Fighters, The Lumineers and Paramore to Headline Boston Calling 2023

    The 12th installment of Boston Calling will be returning to its familiar grounds at the Harvard Athletic Complex in Allston, Massachusetts on Memorial Day weekend, May 26-28, 2023. The annual three-day music festival will be headlined by 2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees Foo Fighters on Friday, indie folk rockers The Lumineers on Saturday and Paramore, pop-punk darlings hailing from Tennessee, on Sunday.

    boston calling 2023

    Foo Fighters were scheduled to appear at last year’s festival; however, were forced to cancel following the tragic death of drummer Taylor Hawkins. The Lumineers will be making a stop at the festival at the beginning of their upcoming Brightside World Tour, which commences at Shaky Knees in Atlanta, Georgia on May 7. Paramore, who are set to release their sixth studio album (This Is Why) next month, will be heading straight to New York City following Boston Calling for a pair of headlining shows at Madison Square Garden on May 30 and 31.

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    The festival mascot, a nattily-dressed Boston Terrier | Photo by Michael Dinger

    The festival’s extraordinary lineup will feature 50+ artists, including art-punk trio Yeah Yeah Yeahs and The National (Friday); 7-time GRAMMY award winner Alanis Morissette, The Flaming Lips and Mt. Joy (Saturday); and alternative metal rockers Queens Of The Stone Age, Bleachers and Maren Morris (Sunday). These renowned acts will also be joined by local artists with ties to New England, featuring the talents of Neemz, Q-Tip Bandits, GA-20, Juice, Alisa Amador, Mint Green, Blue Light Bandits, Ali McGuirk, Coral Moons, Actor Observer, Workman Song, Brandie Blaze, Couch, Little Fuss, Najee Janey, Summer Cult, Sorry Mom and Chrysalis. 

    Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails – Boston Calling 2022 | Photo by Michael Dinger

    New to the festival this year will be a GA+ experience, where General Admission ticketholders can add an upgrade for unlimited access to additional perks, including a VIP lounge and upgraded restrooms. Additionally, returning this year will be Boston Calling’s double-decker VIP experience with dramatic views of both the Red and Green Stages.

    James Hetfield of Metallica – Boston Calling 2022 | Photo by Michael Dinger

    Boston Calling tickets are on sale this Thursday, January 12 at 10:00 am EST. For additional information and to purchase specially-priced presale tickets (including Single-Day and 3-Day General Admission, GA+, VIP and Platinum tickets), visit www.bostoncalling.com.

    2023 Boston Calling Daily Lineup:

    Friday (May 26)

    Foo Fighters
    Yeah Yeah Yeahs  
    The National  
    Niall Horan  
    Chelsea Cutler  
    Teddy Swims  
    LÉON 
    TALK
    Celisse  
    The Beaches  
    Zolita  
    GA-20 
    Alisa Amador  
    Little Fuss  
    Blue Light Bandits  
    Summer Cult  
    Brandie Blaze 

    Saturday May 27

    The Lumineers  
    Alanis Morissette  
    Noah Kahan  
    The Flaming Lips 
    Mt. Joy  
    Fletcher  
    Declan McKenna  
    Joy Oladokun  
    The Aces  
    Loveless  
    Welshly Arms  
    Neemz  
    Q-Tip Bandits  
    Najee Janey  
    Actor Observer  
    Coral Moons  
    Chrysalis

    Sunday May 28

    Paramore  
    Queens of the Stone Age  
    Bleachers  
    King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard  
    Maren Morris  
    070 Shake  
    The Walkmen  
    The Linda Lindas
    Wunderhorse  
    Genesis Owusu  
    Brutus  
    Juice  
    Mint Green  
    Couch  
    Ali McGuirk  
    Sorry Mom  
    Workman Song

  • Inaugural Black Star Line Festival in Ghana Highlights Artists of African Diaspora

    The 2023 Black Star Line Festival, hosted by Chance the Rapper and Vic Mensa made its historic, inaugural debut in Accra, Ghana on Friday, January 6. The all star concert featured celebrities such as Erykah Badu, Dave Chappelle, T-Pain, Jeremih, Sarkodie, Tobe Nwigwe, Asakaa Boys, M.anifest and more.

    More than 52,000 fans united at Black Star Square in Accra to enjoy an outstanding concert combining music, art, and culture. Prior to the performance, there was a week of events and panels at cultural centers throughout Accra. The free gatherings provided opportunities for education, enrichment and cultural diffusion. 

    Black Star Line Festival

    The festival aims to improve the connection between Black people, artists of the Diaspora and the globe with the continent. The Black Star Square is a remembrance of the political freedom that was fought for and won by Ghanaians in 1957. Ghana was the first Sub-Saharan African country to fight for independence from colonialism. Under the leadership of its first president, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, several continents followed in the footsteps of Ghana. Dr. Nkrumah was inspired by the Jamaican-Born activist  Marcus Garvey. The revolutionary believed in a free Africa and a global connection between the people of the continent and Black people globally. 

    The Black Star Line Festival is more than just a celebration of Black culture and music, it’s a chance for the Diaspora to come together as a community and remind ourselves of the power that lies within us. It’s an opportunity to honor the legacy of those who came before us, and to inspire and uplift each other. It’s a historic event and I can’t wait to see what the future holds for the Black Star Line Festival.

    Chance the Rapper

    In 1919, Garvey founded the Black Star Line. It was a line that generated economic opportunities for Black people from North America, the Caribbean and Africa. The Black Star Line was a symbol of pride for Black people in all ports of call. Dr. Nkrumah insisted that these principles were cardinal to the forward mobility of its people. After almost 40 years, the Ghanaian government inaugurated their fleet with the same name, in homage to Garvey, and even added a black star to the country’s new flag.

    Through groundbreaking installations and collaborating with artists from The Continent and The Diaspora, Chance spent 2022 welding the worlds of art and cinematography. His new works include “Child of God” (collab with Gabonese artist and painter Naïla Opiangah), “A Bar About A Bar” (collab with Chicago-based painter Nikko Washington and filmmaker Troy Gueno), “The Highs & The Lows” feat. Joey Bada$$ (collab with Gabonese photographer Yannis Davy Guibingua), all of which celebrate Black artists. Chance’s newly released “YAH Know” features prominent Ghanaian artist King Promise.

    Chance the Rapper’s highly anticipated new project, Star Line Gallery is due out later this year

  • Bonnaroo Announces 2023 Lineup Featuring Kendrick Lamar and Foo Fighters

    Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival has announced the 2023 event lineup, taking place June 15-18, 2023 on the Bonnaroo Farm in Manchester, TN.

    Bonnaroo

    Bonnaroo started back in 2002 highlighting the greats of the jam band scene including Widespread Panic, Trey Anastasio Band, String Cheese Incident, and Phil Lesh and Friends with Bob Weir. Now the festival is known for its wide-ranging bill bringing in people from all over to enjoy its 10 unique stages and four days of great music.

    This year’s lineup features some old greats and new faces spanning multiple genres, including Kendrick Lamar, Foo Fighters, Odesza, Paramore, Lil Nas X, Baby Keem, My Morning Jacket, Rainbow Kitten Surprise, Louis The Child, and Pixies. The four-day festival will run from June 15-18.

    The complete Thursday lineup includes Zeds Dead, Liquid Stranger, 070 Shake, Abraham Alexander, Big Freedia, Briscoe, Celisse, Cimafunk, CVC, Daily Bread, Dehd, Diarrhea Planet, Elephant Heart, Ezra Furman, JP Saxe, Mersiv, Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, Neighbor, Petey, and Suki Waterhouse.

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    Friday’s performing artists include Kendrick Lamar, Baby Keem, Vulfpeck, GRiZ, Portugal. The Man, Noah Kahan, Subtronics, Three 6 Mafia, Fleet Foxes, AFI, Sylvan Esso, Rina Sawayama, Charley Crockett, Morgan Wade, Alex G, MUNA, Diesel, Destroy Lonely, The Midnight, Knocked Loose, Matt Maeson, Peekaboo, black midi, Apashe, Emo Nite, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Madison Cunningham, Sampa the Great, Boogie T b2b Dirt Monkey b2b SubDocta, Maddy O’Neal, Jupiter and Okwess, and NotLö.

    Saturday’s lineup includes: Odesza, Lil Nas X, Tyler Childers, My Morning Jacket, Louis the Child, Korn, Rainbow Kitten Surprise, JID, Sheryl Crow, STS9, Sofi Tukker, Big Wild, The Band Camino, Jenny Lewis, Yung Gravy, Remi Wolf, Bob Moses, Cory Wong, Ken Carson, Elderbrook, Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness, Colony House, Walker & Royce, Devon Gilfillian, The Beths, Danielle Ponder, Giolì & Assia, Thee Sacred Souls, Night Tales, and SuperJam.

    Finishing off the festival on Sunday includes: Foo Fighters, Paramore, Marcus Mumford, The Revivalists, Alesso, Pixies, girl in red, Umphrey’s McGee, Rebelution, Jacob Collier, Hippo Campus, Jauz, Peach Pit, Franz Ferdinand, Men I Trust, MK, Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, Amber Mark, Wax Motif, Kip Moore, Makaya McCraven, Sammy Rae & The Friends, Hermanos Gutiérrez, Paris Jackson, and Rome In Silver.

    The early access on sale for Bonnaroo is on Thursday, Jan. 12 at 10 a.m. CT time. Tickets available include the General Admission (4-Day), GA+ (4-Day), VIP (4-Day), and Platinum (4-Day), along with a limited range of 1-Day tickets (including General Admission, GA+, VIP, and Platinum). To sign up for early access, go here.