The New York Philharmonic is approaching the 100th anniversary of the annual Young People’s Concerts, a series of programming on Saturday afternoons geared towards children and families. The series aims to inspire music appreciation through interactive displays and performances of timeless classics and world premieres.
Kwamé Ryan, director of ‘Celebration’ – Photo Credit: Zycopolis Productions
This season, the Philharmonic will present four YPCs highlighting the program’s history, modern themes, and future developments. All of the events are directed and designed by Doug Fitch, and take place in the Wu Tsai Theater at David Geffen Hall at 2PM.
The first event, titled Time Capsule, will take place on November 18. Conducted and hosted by Thomas Wilkins, the show takes inspiration from previous Young People’s Concerts, featuring works by Rossini, Elgar, Jessie Montgomery, and Leonard Bernstein. The show will see the world premiere of Bunmi Afariogun (age 11), alongside Fiona Khuong-Huu (age 16) in her NY Philharmonic debut.
Fantasy and Imagination will take place on January 20, conducted by Jerry Hou and hosted by NY Phil Teaching Artist Justin Jay Hines. The show will celebrate imagination and the power of music, featuring Musorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition, and new works by Very Young Composers participants.
Photo Credit: Mark Allen
Next, Composing Inclusion will debut on April 20. Conducted and hosted by Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser, in his NY Phil debut, the show will present a collaboration between the NY Phil, American Composers Forum, and The Juilliard School’s Preparatory Division. With selections from William Dawson’s Negro Folk Symphony, the NY Phil will be joined by students from Juilliard’s Preparatory Division and Pre-College Orchestra.
Finally, Celebration will be conducted and hosted by Kwamé Ryan in his NY Phil debut on May 4. Accompanied by Sheku Kanneh-Mason as a soloist, the show closes out the YPC centennial by exploring humor in music throughout history.
Alongside the Young People’s Concerts, the NY Phil presents YPC Overtures, where children can try out instruments, listen to music by Very Young Composers participants, and participate in interactive workshops. YPC Overtures begin at 1PM on the day of the concert.
More information and tickets for New York Philharmonic Young People’s Concerts, visit nyphil.org/calendar.
Anna Kuwabara, the executive director of the Albany Symphony, has announced her resignation, effective January 31, 2024.
Kuwabara, who joined the Albany Symphony in July 2017, played a crucial role during her tenure. She coincided her first day with the launch of Water Music New York, a celebration of the Erie Canal’s bicentennial through a series of free community concerts across the state. Her departure will be followed by the Symphony’s Board of Directors initiating the search for a new executive director.
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Faith Takes, Chair of the Albany Symphony Board of Directors, expressed gratitude for Kuwabara’s leadership and dedication over her six-and-a-half-year stint. Under her guidance, the organization deepened its ties within the Capital Region community, initiated inclusion, diversity, equity, and access efforts, underwent two strategic planning processes, and navigated negotiations for two collective bargaining agreements with the Albany Musicians’ Association.
Kuwabara, alongside the management team, orchestra musicians, and David Alan Miller, successfully steered the Albany Symphony through the unprecedented challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the absence of in-person concert audiences, the power of music was upheld and continued to resonate within homes.
David Alan Miller, the Music Director and Conductor, acknowledged Anna Kuwabara’s invaluable contributions. “We all appreciate Anna’s hard work, dedication, and kindness over the past several years, particularly her inspired leadership guiding our orchestra through the unprecedented challenges of the pandemic. I wish her the very best on her next endeavor,” Miller stated.
Anna Kuwabara is appreciative for her time with the Albany Symphony, remarking on the extraordinary nature of the organization and the Capital Region. She spoke of her fondness for the staff, talented musicians, David Alan Miller, the dedicated Board, Vanguard volunteers, and loyal Symphony supporters. She will hold the Albany Symphony close to her heart as it approaches its 100th anniversary.
Throughout Kuwabara’s tenure, the Albany Symphony spearheaded several projects and initiatives that enriched the community, expanded the boundaries of classical music, and brought recognition and acclaim to the Capital Region. These initiatives included an invitation for the Albany Symphony to perform at the Kennedy Center’s SHIFT Festival in Washington, D.C., commemorating the WWI Armistice Centennial, and hosting the Sing Out! New York Festival to celebrate New York State’s leading role as a champion of civil liberties. Additionally, the 2019-2020 Season celebrated Phenomenal Women in Music, and the Convergence initiative aimed to explore and build relationships with Black cultural arts, culminating in the 2023 Convergence American Music Festival. The Albany Symphony also introduced the Soundtrack New York Film Music Festival, showcasing extraordinary music from classic films, video games, and popular movies. The organization secured its second GRAMMY win for Christopher Theofanidis’ Viola Concerto featuring Richard O’Neill.
The Albany Symphony is a renowned music institution celebrating its commitment to enriching the community through exceptional orchestral performances and engaging initiatives. For more information, visit albanysymphony.com/
The Johnsburg Town Board voted unanimously to approve leasing Tannery Pond Community Center to the group operating the facility. The center, with the lease, will continue to promote arts, education, and community events.
The venture began in April 2021, with the lease going into effect on January 1, 2024. Tannery Pond features an art gallery space, an auditorium, and various community rooms. It hosts exhibits, musicals, concerts, plays, and various other performing arts events year-round.
Their core values include being accessible and welcoming to all, pursuing excellence in all aspects of programming and operations, supporting creativity and experimentation, being respectful to audiences, and much more. For years, the town government has subsidized the building’s operation, maintenance, repairs, utilities, and capital expenses as well as a portion of its programming and administrative costs, totaling upwards of $100,000. Due to this, the center has raised funds and received grants to continue operations.
Tannery Pond Center Executive Director Candice Murray said to The Sun that large organizations, like the New York Council for the Arts, that award grants to performance venues want sponsoring groups to either own their facilities or have a long-term lease in place before they award any money.
Improving the quality of life in Johnsburg is a priority for Tannery Pond, and hopes to secure partnerships to be awarded more grants, and bring more people in. These include the Adirondack Folk School to teach people about traditional crafting techniques, and to host shows and performances presented by the Adirondack Center for the Arts and the Seagle Colony festival.
Tannery Pond Center (TPC), the 501C3 organization that manages Tannery Pond Community Center (TPCC), is excited to enter into a long-term lease with the Town of Johnsburg. We have worked toward this partnership since 2021 and are very excited to finalize the lease. It will give increased ability to fundraise and apply for grants which we were previously not eligible to receive. We are excited about what the future holds and are looking forward to being able to provide more programming and offerings to the community.
Tannery Pond
Tannery Pond will now be able to get more and better shows and concerts, as well as exhibits. These events will be more culturally enriching, with more school-aged kids activities planned in the mix.
The townspeople have 30 days to bring the issue to a public vote if they wish to overturn it, but there has been substantial support.
Folk-inflected rock artist John Mellencamp confirms the continuation of his acclaimed tour “Live and In Person 2024”, performing in 27 cities including Schenectady and kicking off in Rochester on March 8, 2024.
Mellencamp is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, a recipient of the John Steinbeck Award, ASCAP Foundation’s Champion Award, The Woody Guthrie Award and Americana Music Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award and more recently, the Founders Award, the top honor assigned by the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers and a member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
“Beyond being just a rock star, he’s written songs that moved people, American anthems about teenage romance, about coming of age into adulthood, about families suffering through hard times in a trickle-down economy.”
– Pittsburgh Post Gazette
Last year, he released a deluxe edition reissue of his beloved seminal album, Scarecrow, which features a massive collection of bonus tracks, rarities and more never previously shared before. His critically acclaimed studio LP, Strictly A One-Eyed Jack, was released early last year to praise from The New York Times, NPR Music, Associated Press, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes and more.
The tour will kickoff in Rochester on March 8th with stops including Newark, Hartford, Schenectady, Washington D.C. and more with tickets going on sale Friday, November 3rd. The new tour dates will celebrate Mellencamp’s most recent album ‘Orpheus Descending’, recorded as his 25th studio album, exploring political and personal themes that compliment his American rocker artistry. He will continue to perform songs from the LP including standout tracks “The Eyes of Portland” and “Hey God” that highlight social issues Mellencamp continues to passionately advocate for.
JOHN MELLENCAMP LIVE AND IN PERSON 2024 TOUR
March 8—Rochester, NY—West Herr Auditorium Theatre
March 10—Newark, NJ—New Jersey Performing Arts Center
March 11—Worcester, MA—The Hanover Theatre
March 13—Hartford, CT—The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts
March 14—Schenectady, NY—Proctors
March 16—Erie, PA—Warner Theatre
March 17—Toledo, OH—Stranahan Theater
March 19—East Lansing, MI—Wharton Center
March 20—Richmond, KY—EKU Center for the Arts
March 22—Muncie, IN—Emens Auditorium
March 23—Springfield, IL—UIS Performing Arts Center
March 25—Green Bay, WI—The Weidner
March 26—Madison, WI—Overture Center for the Arts
March 27—Rockford, IL—Coronado Performing Arts Center
April 4—Duluth, MN—DECC Symphony Hall
April 5—Des Moines, IA—Des Moines Civic Center
April 7—Omaha, NE—Orpheum Theater
April 9—Springfield, MO—Juanita K. Hammons Hall for Performing Arts
April 10—Little Rock, AR—Robinson Center
April 12—Birmingham, AL—BJCC Concert Hall
April 14—Greensboro, NC—Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts
April 15—Chattanooga, TN—Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium
Award-winning show Live from Daryl’s House returns this fall after a three-year hiatus. New shows will premiere on Daryl Hall’s dedicated YouTube Channel, including guests Glenn Tilbrook, Robert Fripp, Howard Jones, and more, airing from his Pawling, NY venue, Daryl’s House.
Live from Daryl’s House debuted on November 15, 2007, with a solo episode featuring Daryl himself, often spotlighting local chefs cooking their cuisine on camera. The first few seasons offered an eclectic mix of legends and newcomers from Gym Class Heroes’ Travis McCoy, Chromeo, Fitz and the Tantrums, Minus the Bear, Aloe Blacc and K.T. Tunstall to Nick Lowe, the Doors’ Robby Krieger and Ray Manzarek, Smokey Robinson, Toots & the Maytals, Train, Jose Feliciano, Billy Gibbons, Sammy Hagar, Todd Rundgren, Cheap Trick, Wyclef Jean, Aaron Neville and Kenny Loggins. Between 2007 and 2018, a total of 84 episodes were produced. Since 2014, “Daryl’s House” Restaurant and Music Club in Pawling, NY has been the series’ home base.
“It was an idea to use the Internet for entertainment, which hadn’t really been done before,” marvels Daryl Hall, introducing the new season of his popular Webby Award-winning music series, Live from Daryl’s House, recounting the lightbulb moment back in 2007 to host an intimate online showcase for music, and to fill the time between touring.
“Having been a part of this series with Daryl since its inception, I’m filled with pride at the number of incredible artists that have appeared on this very special music series. In my opinion, our latest season is a continuation of the quality programming that the fans have come to expect.”
Jonathan Wolfson
Prior to the new season, the last two episodes filmed featured Styx’s Tommy Shaw and Vintage Trouble vocalist Ty Taylor, which both aired in October of 2020.
After a long production hiatus, Live from Daryl’s House will return on November 1 on Hall’s YouTube Channel, with a brand-new season of six shows, one a week, through the end of the year, starting with Squeeze singer/songwriter Glenn Tilbrook, including Atlanta psychedelic jam band Blackberry Smoke singer/guitarist Charlie Starr (Nov. 8); King Crimson guitarist and Daryl Hall solo album producer Robert Fripp (Nov. 15); singer/songwriters Andy Grammer (Nov. 22), Lisa Loeb (Nov. 29) and U.K. synthpop pioneer Howard Jones (Dec. 6).
Visit Daryl Hall’s YouTube for episodes of Live from Daryl’s House.
Well, that October was a treat wasn’t it? But, no rest for the weary live music fanatic. November is hot on it’s heels with a concert cornucopia of it’s own. Here are five delectable morsels to feast your ears on in Rochester this month.
The Bug Jar continues its string of pulling in fresh and interesting talent from abroad with this Italian group coming to little old Rochester. Dumbo Gets Mad is a psychedelic pop band that is textured and rhythmic with a patina of that European stangeness. The bill is rounded out by avant-garde drumming wizard Sean Hamilton, Drippers, and Breastfed to Death. Sure to be another fun one.
Tickets are $15 and music should get going around 9pm.
Almost exactly a year after his last Rochester show, at the Arbor Loft, Charlie Parr returns to town for a gig at the much smaller and more intimate space at Bop Shop Records. If you liked him then you’re gonna love him here, and if you missed him then, no better time or place to get to love him. As we said then: “Through finger picks, slides, foot stomps and that ragged voice with unexpected range, there wasn’t empty space wanting for anything more.”
Tickets are $20/$25dos and music will start right around 8pm.
The best set of jazz in Rochester this year may not happen during jazz fest. Vijay Iyer returns to play a hometown show for the first time in almost a decade with his dynamite trio, with Linda May Han Oh on bass and Jeremy Dutton replacing Iyer’s usual drummer Tyshawn Sorey. But no matter, this is going to be a stunning set of piano trio in the stunning confines of Kilbourn Hall.
Tickets range from $32 to $45 and the show will start at 7:30pm.
In the just a singer with a guitar category of folk music, you can’t really do much better than Jake Xerxes Fussell. This Georgian plumbs the depths of traditional folk and blues music and puts his own magical spin on everything he plays. From Philadelphia, stellar songwriter Rosali will open with a special solo set of her own that should make this one hell of an evening at the old saloon.
Tickets are $20 and the music gets started at 7:30pm.
Lukas Nelson, if you didn’t know, is the son of country legend Willie Nelson, who he of course has played with. He and the Promise of the Real were tapped to be Neil Young’s backing band and he also has sung with Lady Gaga. So yeah, pretty good creds. But Lukas Nelson and the Promise of the Real don’t need to impress you with lineage, these guys are carving out their own legendary path.
Global rock superstars Green Day have announced they are going on a massive 2024 global stadium tour. The Saviors Tour will make a stop at Citi Field in NYC on Monday, August 5, 2024, with The Smashing Pumpkins, Rancid, and The Linda Lindas as special guests.
Formed in 1986 in Berkeley, CA, Green Day is one of the world’s best-selling bands of all time, with more than 75 million records sold worldwide and ten billion cumulative audio/visual streams. Consisting of Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt, and Tré Cool, the five-time Grammy Award-winning Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees released their breakout album Dookie in 1994, which sold over ten million and achieved 10x Platinum Diamond status. It is widely credited with popularizing and reviving mainstream interest in punk rock, catapulting a career-long run of #1 hit singles.
In 2004, Green Day released the rock opera album American Idiot, selling more than eight million copies in the U.S. alone and taking home the Grammy Award for Best Rock Album. In 2010, a stage adaptation of American Idiot debuted on Broadway to critical and commercial acclaim. Released in 2020, Green Day’s thirteenth studio album Father Of All…debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Album Sales Chart and #1 in both the U.K. and Australia. In July 2021, Green Day embarked on The Hella Mega Tour with Fall Out Boy and Weezer.
Green Day, photo by Emmie America.
Recently, the band announced the release of their highly anticipated 14th studio album, Saviors, coming January 19, 2024, along with a new single, “The American Dream Is Killing Me.” “We’ve never been more excited to unleash new music than with Saviors, a record that’s meant to be rocked live, together. So let’s thrash. We’ve got some amazing friends who are coming along for the ride!” Green Day said.
The tour will be larger-than-life, celebrating 30 years of Dookie and 20 of American Idiot. Each a cultural phenomenon in its own right, these albums have remained at the forefront of punk culture since their release. With blazing guitars and electrifying vocals, Green Day is ready to bring their mind-blowing collection of hits to stadiums across the country, along with additions from Saviors.
Green Day began dropping hints about the album at a surprise show at Las Vegas’ Fremont Country Club, surrounded by a crowd of 800 fans. Also making an appearance at the When We Were Young festival, the band debuted two killer new tracks: the first single “The American Dream Is Killing Me” and the brand new “Look Ma, No Brains!,” out now.
Tickets go on sale starting with a Citi presale on Nov. 7. Fans can sign up for Green Day’s mailing list by that day to get first access to presale tickets. The general on-sale begins Nov. 10 at 10 a.m.
THE SAVIORS NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES:
With support from The Smashing Pumpkins, Rancid, and The Linda Lindas
Mon Jul 29 – Washington, DC – Nationals Park
Thu Aug 01 – Toronto, ON – Rogers Centre
Sat Aug 03 – Montreal, QC – Osheaga Music and Arts Festival*
Mon Aug 05 – New York, NY – Citi Field
Wed Aug 07 – Boston, MA – Fenway Park
Fri Aug 09 – Philadelphia, PA – Citizens Bank Park
Sat Aug 10 – Hershey, PA – Hersheypark Stadium
Tue Aug 13 – Chicago, IL – Wrigley Field
Thu Aug 15 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre !
Sat Aug 17 – Minneapolis, MN – Target Field
Tue Aug 20 – Kansas City, KS – Azura Amphitheatre !
Thu Aug 22 – Cincinnati, OH – Great American Ballpark
Sat Aug 24 – Milwaukee, WI – American Family Field
Get ready for an exciting jazz season as the highly anticipated Art of Jazz series returns to the newly transformed Buffalo AKG Art Museum for the 2023–2024 season. This season promises to be a remarkable journey, featuring a phenomenal lineup of emerging talents and legendary jazz icons.
What sets this season apart is the unique concept of bringing studio mastery to the live stage. For over two decades, the Art of Jazz series has been a beacon of excellence in North America, and now, it makes its triumphant return to Buffalo AKG.
The Art of Jazz series showcases captivating musical projects presented by Grammy® Award winners, nominees, and some of the most skilled artists, composers, and arrangers in jazz. The goal? To capture the essence of studio perfection and bring it to the live stage. In the upcoming season, the series will spotlight four remarkable “art of the project” concepts, promising unforgettable and distinctive experiences for jazz enthusiasts and music lovers alike.
Let’s take a closer look at these four exceptional projects:
Gary Smulyan, “Tadd’s All, Folks” featuring Anaïs Reno (November 10, 2023)
The season kicks off with a fresh and captivating approach to the timeless music of legendary jazz composer Tadd Dameron. The extraordinary quintet, featuring Gary Smulyan, explores Dameron’s compositions through mesmerizing vocal performances. Anaïs Reno takes the spotlight, delivering each song’s emotional depth and nuance. The project offers a unique perspective on Dameron’s modern musical language, showcasing his compositions’ enduring power.
Diego Rivera Quintet, “Bridges” (February 4, 2024)
Embark on a musical journey celebrating multicultural influences and the blending of Mexican roots with the jazz world. Led by internationally acclaimed saxophonist Diego Rivera, the quintet transcends borders and genres, creating a harmonious fusion of Latin America’s traditional rhythms and jazz improvisation. The performance promises to transport you to a world where cultural boundaries dissolve, and the universal language of music reigns supreme.
Dan Wilson, “Things Eternal” (March 10, 2024)
Guitarist/composer Dan Wilson takes the stage with his awe-inspiring project, “Things Eternal.” The project pays tribute to the unwavering spirit of humanity through heartfelt dedications and masterful reinterpretations of iconic songs. Wilson’s profound understanding of Brazilian music shines through as he seamlessly blends Brazilian composers’ influence with his creative genius. The concert promises an unforgettable experience filled with soul-stirring melodies and impeccable musicianship.
Rodney Whitaker—”Oasis: The Music of Gregg Hill” (April 12, 2024)
Prepare to be captivated by multiple Grammy® Award-nominated bassist, Rodney Whitaker and his quintet, as they present the music of jazz composer Gregg Hill. This ensemble, featuring Terell Stafford, Tim Warfield, Bruce Barth, Dana Hall, and Rockelle Fortin, grooves to infectious melodies that pay homage to the beloved hard bop era. The project showcases the ensemble’s award-winning artistry at the highest level in jazz.
The 2023-2024 Art of Jazz Series promises an exceptional season filled with distinctive projects that celebrate the art of jazz. From the timeless compositions of Tadd Dameron to the multicultural fusion of Diego Rivera, from the heartfelt dedications of Dan Wilson to the infectious grooves of Rodney Whitaker, each concert offers a unique musical experience. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this remarkable journey, and support the return of the Art of Jazz series to the Buffalo AKG. It’s a season that promises to captivate, inspire, and celebrate the beauty of jazz.
Get your season subscription and tickets here to secure your spot at these extraordinary concerts. Whether you’re a jazz enthusiast or simply curious about the power of music to bridge cultures, this season has something special in store for you.
The Bacon Brothers are set to play two upcoming shows in New York, as they continue their fall tour lineup across the country. Brothers Kevin and Michael Bacon banded together in 1995 to form The Bacon Brothers, an official name to the musical pairing that has been around since their childhood.
Having released 11 collections of music since then, the duo is looking ahead to two shows in New York State: November 17 at Albany’s The Egg, and November 18 at Westbury’s The Space.
Photo Credit: Jeff Fasano
The Bacon Brothers titled their first album, Forosoco, after their self-described genre, blending folk, rock, soul, and country influences. Most recently, they released “Philly Thing,” a single dedicated to their hometown of Philadelphia. The song benefitted charities Rock to the Future and Kevin Bacon’s own SixDegrees.org.
NYS Music had the chance to interview The Bacon Brothers ahead of their upcoming NYS shows, talking all things music, family, and upcoming projects.
Cara Denton: You’ve coined your own genre – forosoco. As you began your music careers, did you ever feel limited by genre categories, or was it a natural part of your philosophies to work outside those categories?
Michael Bacon: Forosoco is a non-category. Genre distinctions have been a part of popular culture since the radio was invented. It helps the music business focus on narrow marketing strategies that streamline their business model. The key to success in any endeavor is to find out what is different about yourself and get really good at that.
Kevin Bacon: We just go where the song takes us. Sometimes they feel more folky, rocky, soulful, or country. We’ve always said to ourselves let’s not try to stick to a “sound” let’s have our lack of a sound be our sound.
CD: What artists, instruments, or genres of music have shaped your musical education throughout your lives?
MB: I’ve always had two parallel worlds in art music (cello, oboe) and folk music (banjo, guitar ukulele, etc…). As a composer and songwriter, every day I draw from the unique musical ambiance provided by our parents in the house in which the 6 of us grew up.
KB: Wow so many. Starting with Michael and our sister playing guitars and harmonizing. Motown. British Invasion. TSOP. James and Joni. And on and on. I love drums. I had a drum kit in our basement. And congas. Bongos. Etc.
CD: What does playing a show in New York City look like for you? Any pre-show rituals, sightseeing, or food spots you like to hit?
MB: It’s our hometown and beats flying or driving to distant venues. It’s a ten-minute subway ride to City Winery.
KB: Sightseeing?! I’ve lived in NYC since 1976 so pretty much seen the sights. My favorite slice is Joe’s on Carmine if that helps.
CD: Family is a binding force and an important factor in your musicianship – how does that shape your performances, songwriting, or experience as musicians?
MB: Ours is a family business. Families draw apart when they lack connection. I’m really proud, and I take some credit for my brother’s success in the music business.
KB: Family is everything.
CD: Do you have any practices or hobbies outside of music that you turn to to find inspiration or rejuvenate your creativity?
MB: I enjoy sailboat racing, motorboats and crossword puzzles.
KB: Animals and nature. Being on a horse, riding through the hills.
CD: What’s next for the Bacon Brothers? Any new styles, collaborations, or new developments you’re particularly excited about trying?
MB: I’m hoping one of the new songs catches a wave and a lot of people love it.
KB: Very excited about the new record. Never thought we would make this much music!
An ever-musical family, The Bacon Brothers continue to yield tour dates and new music to come. Their recent EP, Erato, released in July of 2022, with five brand new songs. The title track features a belting chorus, resonant guitar strumming, and catchy lyrics. The duo is touring across the country now, with tickets for their shows in Albany and Westbury now available.
BACON BROTHERS UPCOMING TOUR DATES
Nov 11 – Larchwood, IA – Grand Falls Casino and Golf Resort
The Extreme Music Awards has announced their inaugural event to be held in Albany on January 13, 2024. Created by Mike Valente of Upstate Black N Blue Productions, the Extreme Music Awards are set to bring recognition to the Capital Region’s most extreme artists.
The awards ceremony will feature a house band, performing a full concert experience for attendees at Albany’s Empire Live. In addition, prizes will be raffled off including signed drum heads, guitars, gift certificates, and more.
Mike Valente, also a member of hardcore band Brick by Brick, created the Extreme Music Awards alongside a team consisting of RadioRadioX, Capital Underground, That Fuzzing Rock Show and 518Scene.com. The media groups joined together to celebrate and recognize extreme music throughout New York State and the Capital Region.
Tickets are available now and more updates will be available at extrememusicawards.com, including announcements about presenters and judges at the ceremony.
