NYS Music 2023

Category: News Desk

  • Rochester Canalside Summer Concert Series Returns With Eagles Tribute Band And Local Artists

    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 

  • Bethel Woods Center for the Arts 2023 Summer Lineup

    The Bethel Woods Center for the Arts will be showcasing a wide array of musical talent this summer starting on June 1, 2023, with a lineup that covers all genres of music. The large amphitheater houses 15,000 people and will welcome guests from all over to enjoy concerts and shows into September.

    Hollywood Vampires ft. Alice Cooper, Johnny Depp, & Joe Perry – June 1, 8:00 PM

    American rock supergroup, the Hollywood Vampires will kick off the summer on June 1st with Hollywood star Johnny Depp, American rock singer Alice Cooper, and Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry.

    James Taylor & His All Star Band – Summer 2023 Tour – June 29, 7:30 PM

    Six-time Grammy award winner, James Taylor will make an appearance at Bethel with his All Star Band. This will be his first of two NY stops on his summer 2023 tour.

    Robert Plant & Alison Krauss with special guest JD McPherson – Raising The Roof Tour – July 1, 8:00 PM

    Best known as the lead singer and lyricist of Led Zeppelin, Robert Plant will take the stage with bluegrass-country singer Alison Krauss once again for their second Raising The Roof Tour. The team up will feature special guest JD McPherson, singer-songwriter from Broken Arrow.

    Steve Miller Band with special guest Joe Satriani – July 2, 7:30 PM

    American rock band, Steve Miller Band are staples of classic rock with various 70s hits including “Joker” and “Fly Like an Eagle.” They will be accompanied by rock guitarist, composer, and songwriter, Joe Satriani.

    Shania Twain with special guest Pricilla Block – Queen of Me Tour – July 3, 7:30 PM

    Canadian singer-songwriter, Shania Twain is one of the best-selling female artists of all time with over 100 million records sold. She will be joined on stage by American country singer Pricilla Block.

    Tears for Fears with special guest Cold War Kids – The Turning Point Part II Tour – July 5, 7:30 PM

    Infamous 80s pop/rock band, Tears for Fears, will take the stage with the American indie rock band Cold War Kids for their ‘The Tipping Point Part II’ tour. The tour is in support of their newest album The Turning Point released last year- their first full-length record in 17 years.

    Chris Stapleton with special guests Marty Stuart and his Fabulous Superlatives & Allen Stone – All American Road Show – July 6, 7:00 PM

    Grammy award winning country artist, Chris Stapleton will be visiting Bethel in July for his All American Road Show Tour. The show will open with American country and bluegrass artist Marty Stuart and R&B/soul artist Allen Stone.

    Big Time Rush with special guests MAX & Jax – Can’t Get Enough Tour – July 7, 7:00 PM

    The four member boy band, Big Time Rush, originally got their start on Nickelodeon but resumed live performances back in 2021. They are now setting out on their Can’t Get Enough Tour for the summer of 2023 with fellow ex-Nickelodeon star MAX and American Idol veteran, Jax.

    Counting Crows with special guest Dashboard Confessional – Banshee Season Tour – July 9, 7:30 PM

    Counting Crows, the American rock band from San Fransisco was formed in 1991 and will be setting out on tour with Dashboard Confessional. Their performance at Bethel will be their 15th stop on their 56 date tour with five locations in NY.

    Jason Aldean with special guests Mitchell Tenpenny, Corey Kent, & DeeJay Silver – Highway Desperado Tour – July 14, 7:30 PM

    The American country singer, Jason Aldean, will be kicking off his Highway Desperados Tour at Bethel on the 14th of July. The award-winning artist along with his three opening acts will be playing 41 cities in total spanning all across the United States.

    Catbird Music Festival featuring The Lumineers, Tyler Childers, & more – August 19/20, 12:00 PM

    Making its debut run, the Catbird Music Festival will span two days in August at the Bethel stage. The festival will bring together seasoned as well as fresh talent of American and folk indie music including The Lumineers, Tyler Childers, and James Bay.

    Also Performing

    Boy George & Culture Club with special guests Howard Jones & Berlin – The Letting It Go Show – July 22, 7:00 PM

    Dierks Bently with Jordan Davis & The Cadillac Three – Gravel and Gold Tour – July 28, 7:00 PM

    Outlaw Music Festival featuring Willie Nelson & Family, Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats, Gov’t Mule, Kathleen Edwards & Particle Kid – July 29, 4:15 PM

    Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone in Concert – July 30, 7:30 PM

    The Chicks with special guest Wild Rivers – The Chicks World Tour – August 3, 7:30 PM

    Goo Goo Dolls with special guest O.A.R. – The Big Night Out Tour – August 6, 7:00 PM

    Zac Brown Band with Marcus King & King Calaway – From The Fire Tour – August 12, 6:30 PM

    Joe Bonamassa & Styx with special guest Don Felder – August 13, 6:00 PM

    Sam Hunt with Brett Young & Lily Rose – Summer on the Outskirts – August 24, 7:30 PM

    Rod Stewart with special guest Cheap Trick – Global Hits Tour – September 1, 7:30 PM

  • Matisyahu and G. Love & Special Sauce to perform at Woodstock

    Radio Woodstock 100.1 WDST and Impact Concerts, alongside Chet-5 Productions, are excited to announce an extraordinary double-header evening of music. The show will feature renowned performers Matisyahu and G. Love & Special Sauce at Woodstock’s Bearsville Theater on Thursday, August 10th, 2023.

    Matisyahu, a Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, blends spiritual themes with reggae, rock, and hip hop beatboxing. He delivers soul-shaking dancehall reggae, combining the jam band vibe of Phish with the ska-punk energy of Sublime. Matisyahu’s chart-topping hits like “King Without a Crown” and “One Day,” earned him a Grammy nomination and widespread recognition. Matisyuah is known for his captivating performance, leaving audiences mesmerized. His performances are a raw expression of his spirituality.

    Matisayahu first began touring to packed clubs over eleven years ago. Following this, he quickly became popular, particulay amongst fans within the improvisational jam-scene. Overtime, Matisyahu developed a more personal, artistic, and sophisticated way to express the yearning for deep spiritual meaning. As his own beliefs opened up to fin more variety and depth, the desire for his performances to match the flow of life developed as well.

    Additionally, G. Love & Special Sauce will perform alongside Matisyahu. G. Love & Special Sauce has been capitating audiences and breaking musical boundaries since the early 90s. They are widely known for their innovative blend of alternative, hip hop, blues, and funk.

    G. grew up in Philadelphia in an environment of folk, blues, and rap. He and his band Special Sauce, broke out in 1994 with their Gold-selling self-titled debut, earning widespread critical acclaim. Over the next twenty-five years, G. Love released seven more studio albims with Special Sauce, solidfying his place as a genre-bending pinoeer. Their sound has been described by the New York Times as “a new and urgent hybrid.” Additionally, NPR regarded them as a “music melting pot.”

    Radio Woodstock 100.1 WDST has been the recipient of numerous national and regional awards for its innobvative, electric programming. Impact Concerts LLC creates music and lifestyle events in the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains region of New York. Together, their events showcase internationally-renowned music, art, food, beer, and wine with great core and thought put into each show.

    Tickets are on sale starting Friday, May 19th at 10 am here.

  • New York, New York Will Launch Tour in January 2025

    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.

  • GEM Fest 2023 Dates and Artists Announced

    The Glens Falls Entertainment & Music Festival, GEM Fest, has released its artists, dates, and venues for the two-day July event, marking its seventh annual concert series. Friday, July 21 and Saturday, July 22, 2023. This event will see one of the largest performing arts festivals in Upstate New York come to life.

    This year’s GEM Fest will have over 40 live artists, multiple food trucks, vending options, and other entertainment options for all ages. Live talent will come through seven venues during the festival, including an option for club passes for special Saturday night showcases and performances.

    To hype up the anticipation of GEM Fest, three concerts will take place in a “Road to GEM Fest 2023” series. These shows will take place on June 3, 16, and 24 with nine additional performers.

    GEM Fest Ticket and Venue Information

    Friday, July 21 – Chestnut Grove, Capital Zen, Precious Metals, Jason Irwin

    Venue: The Queensbury Hotel Adirondack Ball Room & Fenimore’s

    Doors: 7 PM END: 11 PM

    Saturday, July 22 –

    Joe Mansman & The Midnight Revival Band, Sly Fox & The Hustlers, Seize Atlantis, Travis Gray, Reese Fullmer, Sunset Grin, Grape Juice!, The Hard Luck Souls, Under the Den, The Tradition, Brian Fitzgerald, Sabrina Trueheart, ELIS, Death Cult Pharmaceutical, Immune Friction, LoyalT, Justin Charles, Lock 9, Mark & Jill, Nick Rossi, Ragged Co., Sunset Grin, The Spot, The Pine Boys, Peter Annello, Carolyn Shapiro, Dustin Sawyer, Deb Cavanaugh & Dandelion Wine

    Address: 71 Lawrence St, Glens Falls, NY, 12801

    Doors: 11:30 AM END: 8:00 PM

    Saturday Night Club Pass

    We’re History, Yeah Universe, DJ Prophet, J. Demonic, DJ airRIK, Just -a – Nut, EMO NITE w/ DJ iROD, Jungle Punk, Terrallite, plus more!

    Club Pass Venues – Downtown Social and Mean Max Brew Works

    Doors: 8:00 PM

    Single Day Ticket Holders may purchase tickets at the door, but entry may not be guaranteed due to possible capacity issues.

    Those who have multi-day passes will receive a club pass for free!

    Tickets Here for GEM Fest 2023

    Road To GEM Fest 2023 Events

  • Schenectady Symphony Orchestra Announces Name Change

    The Schenectady Symphony Orchestra in recent years has extended its reach beyond the city where it was founded and as a result has changed its name to Schenectady-Saratoga Symphony Orchestra (SSSO).

    The Schenectady Symphony Orchestra, now SSSO, also announced its 2023-2024 season. The decision to change the name “was about shifting energy from focusing on administrative concerns to more strategic needs. The announcement today is about building an audience as it has become apparent there is a real opportunity and need in Saratoga,” said Board President Robert Bour. SSSO has performed several concerts at Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs since reopening to great acclaim, signaling they needed to expand beyond Schenectady.

    Glen Cortese, artistic director and conductor of the SSSO said “The theme of the 2023-24 SSSO subscription season is ‘Heroes, Legends and Fairy Tales.’ On each program, we’ll explore legendary works, and how composers are inspired by historical and fictional heroes and legends and bring you incredibly talented soloists and guest artists. The repertoire includes traditional works, new works from the classical repertoire, Broadway, and film.”

    SSSO 2023-2024 Season

    Aug. 5 at 7 p.m.-“Legends of Broadway”

    Under the baton of Artistic Director Glen Cortese, the SSSO returns with a selection from beloved Broadway musicals with guest artists Amy Decker and Casey Gray. It is a part of the Music Haven Concert Series at Schenectady’s Central Park.

    Oct. 21 at 7 p.m. and Oct. 22 at 3 p.m.-“American Legends”

    The SSSO launches their season with two concerts featuring guest trumpeter Robert Sullivan in Barber’s “Essay No. 2,” Cortese’s “Concerto for Trumpet Orchestra (Gabriel’s Signal),” music from John William “Lincoln” and the Suite from Copland’s “Billy the Kid.” The first concert is in Zankel Hall at Skidmore College, and the second is MainStage at Proctors.

    Dec. 2 at 7 p.m.-Special Concert: “Poinsettia Pops”

    Join the SSSO in the Great Hall at Universal Preservation Hall to kick off the holiday season as “Poinsettia Pops” returns for the fourth year, with special guests.

    Jan. 21, 2024, at 3 p.m.-“Legends from Around the World”

    The season continues on the MainStage at Proctors with Bethlehem Central High School senior William Lauricella, who won first place in the 2022 Capital District Council for Young Musicians’ Annual Chopin Piano Competition and SSSO’s Parillo Piano Competition. This concert includes Bartok’s “Dance Suite,” Ravel’s “Mother Goose Suite” and the great Rachmaninoff’s “Piano Concerto #2 in C Minor.”

    Feb. 24, 2024 at 8 p.m.-Special Concert: Animaniacs In Concert!

    The Animaniacs perform with the SSSO, playing the world-famous songs from the beloved cartoon series backed by the orchestra.

    March 17, 2024, at 3 p.m.-“A Legend of the Opera”

    Join the SSSO at Zankel Hall for another collaboration with Skidmore College for Johann Straus’ English concert version of “Die Fledermaus.” Guest soloists are to be announced!

    April 27, 2024, at 7 p.m. and 28 at 3 p.m.-“Vestiges, Heroes and Legends”

    The SSSO makes an appearance at both Universal Preservation Hall and Proctors for the last concert of the season. Join them for Bernstein’s “Halil,” Mizzoli’s “Opheus Undone” (Proctors), Mozart’s “Ave Verum Corpus” (UPH), and the famous “Requiem.” Featuring special guest flutist Linda Chesis, Saratoga Voices, and the Albany Chamber Choir.

    Subscriptions are on sale now. Single tickets go on sale Aug. 7., and students (18 and under) are free when accompanied by a ticketed adult. For more information, visit here.

  • Jones Beach Theater Summer 2023 Concert Schedule

    Sitting in a beautiful outdoor location in Nassau County, more specifically Wantagh, Jones Beach Theater is anticipating major artists to come through their venue across the summer months of 2023, with concerts running from June 13 to September 17.

    Opened in 1952 as one of the two large outdoor amphitheaters in the metropolitan New York City area, with the other being the PNC Bank Arts Center, it was designed by Robert Moses who wanted to add elements from his previous creation Jones Beach State Park.

    Seating 15,000 attendees, the venue has seen performances from Jimmy Buffett, Aerosmith, and countless other talents, with more expected to bring their unique abilities to the region this Summer.

    TLC + Shaggy – En Vogue & Sean Kingston – June 13, 2023, at 6:00 pm

    The R&B/Pop talents will be in full force on June 13, 2023, at 6:00 pm, as TLC travels to Nassau County with Shaggy, En Vogue, and Sean Kingston as a part of their “Hot Summer Nights” tour.

    103.5 KTUphoria 2023: Kylie MINOGUE, DAYA, Deborah COX, Kristine W, Ally BROOKE + more to be announced – June 17, 2023, at 6:00 pm

    iHeart Media’s 103.5 KTU New York City will have its 2023 KTUphoria concert on June 17, 2023, with appearances from singer-songwriters Kylie Minogue, Deborah Cox, Taylor Dayne, and many other artists that will join the festival.

    Steve Miller Band + Joe Satriani – July 1, 2023, at 6:00 pm

    Rock group the Steve Miller Band will be joined by guitarist Joe Satriani for their Summer tour stop at Jones Beach Theater on July 1, 2023.

    Luke Bryan – July 6, 2023, at 6:00 pm

    Country music superstar Luke Bryan continues his “Country on Tour” with the chance of some special guest performances on July 6.

    Counting Crows + Dashboard Confessional – July 8, 2023, at 6:00 pm

    Grammy and Academy Award-nominated rock band Counting Crows and alternative rock group Dashboard Confessional to perform some of their most successful hits on July 7, 2023, at the amphitheater.

    Big Time Rush & Max + Jax – July 9, 2023, at 6:00 pm

    Kendall Schmidt, James Maslow, Logan Henderson, and Carlos PenaVega of the pop band Big Time Rush are back on tour after a whirlwind 2022, this time joined by singer-songwriters Max + Jax. The show will take place Sunday, July 9 at 6:00 pm.

    Sam Hunt with Brett Young and Lily Rose – July 14, 2023, at 6:00 pm

    Sam Hunt brings along fellow country music artists Brett Young and Lily Rose for his 2023 “Summer on the Outskirts Tour,” which will stop at Jones Beach Theater on July 14.

    Kidz Bop Live! – July 15, 2023, at 6:00 pm

    The perfect live show for all ages, as family-friendly versions of some of music’s biggest hits will be performed by Jackson, Kiya, Shila, and Tyler in Kidz Bop Live. “Kidz Bop Never Stop” will take place on July 15 at 6:00 pm.

    matchbox twenty & Ben Rector – July 18, 2023, at 6:30 pm

    Releasing their first new album in a decade and embarking on the group’s first extensive North American tour in six years, rock band Matchbox Twenty will hit Jones Beach Theater with Ben Rector. The show will take place on July 18 at 6:30 pm.

    Dave Matthews Band – July 19, 2023, at 7:00 pm

    Dave Matthews Band – Albany, NY – December 5th, 2018

    In support of their newest album Walk Around the Moon, Grammy award-winning rock group the Dave Matthews Band will stop in Wantagh on July 19.

    Boy George & Culture Club, Howard Jones + Berlin – July 23, 2023, at 7:00 pm

    1980s Pop/Soul icons Boy George and Culture Club announced their 2023 tour “The Letting It Go Show,” which will feature special guests Howard Jones and Berlin at all stops. Catch the artists Sunday, July 23 at 7:00 pm.

    Mudvayne / Coal Chamber, GWAR, Nonpoint + Butcher Babies – July 28, 2023, at 5:00 pm

    Starting their first headlining tour in over fourteen years, heavy metal band MUDVAYNE’s 2023 tour “The Psychotherapy Sessions” will also feature Coal Chamber, GWAR, Nonpoint + Butcher Babies, stopping at Jones Beach on Friday, July 28.

    Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone with New Jersey Symphony Orchestra – July 29, 2023, at 7:00 pm

    Some of Hogwarts will come to life thanks to the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra on July 29, performing the magical sounds to come from Harry Potter’s first installment, “The Sorcerer’s Stone.”

    Godsmack + Staind – July 30, 2023, at 6:00 pm

    Hard rock groups Godsmack and Staind share the spotlight on stage together for the first time since 1998 and are excited to carry on the 2023 tour with their July 30 stop in Nassau County.

    FOREIGNER + loverboy – August 2, 2023, at 6:00 pm

    It will be a farewell tour to remember on August 2. A 45-year chapter folds over one of its final pages on the Jones Beach stage for rock band Foreigner; looking forward to every stop on the goodbye journey.

    Goo Goo Dolls + O.A.R. (Of A Revolution) – August 5, 2023, at 6:00 pm

    The Goo Goo Dolls – 2014 The Otis Midnight Sessions Tour

    Formed in Buffalo in 1986, the multi-Platinum band the Goo Goo Dolls have come a long way since then, and are now trekking on yet another headlining tour, this time with rock group O.A.R.

    STYX / Joe Bonamassa & Friends + Don Felder (formerly of the Eagles) – August 12, 2023, at 6:00 pm

    Some of the biggest talents of rock & roll will hit the stage with three-time Grammy-nominated guitarist and New Hartford native, Joe Bonamassa. See Bonamassa, Styx, and the Eagles’ Don Felder on August 12 at 6:00 pm for an unforgettable rock experience.

    The Lumineers + James Bay – August 18, 2023, at 6:00 pm

    Lumineers at SPAC

    Multiplatinum indie folk-rockers The Lumineers head to Jones Beach on August 18 in what they are calling “an encore run” of last year’s BRIGHTSIDE World Tour. English singer-songwriter James Bay will additionally make an opening appearance.

    DISTURBED + Breaking Benjamin & JINJER – August 19, 2023, at 6:00 pm

    The “Take Back Your Life” tour makes a stop in Jones Beach on August 19. Rock group DISTURBED brings along Breaking Benjamin and Jinjer for their first full tour since 2018.

    Slightly Stoopid + Sublime w/ Rome Atmosphere & The Movement – August 26, 2023

    Spawning off of the relationships that started with Bradley Nowell, Sublime’s original lead singer, and the band’s influence on Slightly Stoopid, the two will collide for an August 26 show at the amphitheater. 

    Smashing Pumpkins, Interpol, and Rival Sons – August 30, 2023, at 6:00 pm

    Smashing Pumpkins’ “The World Is a Vampire Tour” brings together Interpol and Rival Sons for a blend of 90s and 2000s rock on August 30.

    The OFFSPRING – Simple Plan + Sum 41 – September 2, 2023, at 6:00 pm

    Three pop-punk acts The OFFSPRING, Simple Plan, and Sum 41 commence the 24-show “Let The Bad Times Roll” tour this Summer, making a pit-stop at Jones Beach Theater on September 2.

    James Taylor and his All-Star Band – September 3, 2023, at 6:00 pm

    James Taylor at SPAC

    Rock and Roll Hall of Famer James Taylor is once again back at Jones Beach, standing on stage for his 22nd show at the venue on September 3.

    Sting with Joe Sumner – September 8, 2023, at 6:00 pm

    English singer-bassist Sting will perform some of his classic solos and The Police hits on September 8 with a special guest, his son Joe Sumner, on the My Songs Tour.

    Alice Cooper + Rob Zombie / Ministry & Filter – September 9, 2023, at 6:00 pm

    The duo of Alice Cooper and Rob Zombie join forces for a night of alternative rock and hardcore scares with Ministry and Filter on September 9.

    Zac Brown Band + King Calaway – September 16 & 17, 2023, at 6:00 pm

    Summer 2023 comes to a close with the country music group Zac Brown Band’s back-to-back shows at Jones Beach with King Calaway on September 16 and 17.

  • Lil Durk to Perform At Barclays Center As Part Of “Sorry For The Drought” Tour

    Chicago rapper Lil Durk visits New York to perform at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn on August 5. The stop is part of the artist’s “Sorry For The Drought” tour, to go along with his upcoming album Almost Healed which is set to drop on May 26. He’ll be joined by Kodak Black, NLE Choppa, and DD Osama throughout most of the tour. 

    Rapper Lil Durk dances with a microphone in his hand during a live performance.

    Lil Durk burst onto the mainstream rap scene in 2020 with two gold albums Just Cause Y’all Waited 2 and The Voice. Durk’s biggest success came in 2021 with his widely acclaimed joint album Voice of the Heroes with Atlanta trap artist Lil Baby. The project debuted atop the Billboard Top 200 chart, the first of Lil Durk’s albums to do so. In total 16 tracks off the album appeared on the Billboard Hot 100, propelling the album to platinum status by 2022. 

    Lil Durk has released a handful of singles and features over the last year, including his most recent track “All My Life” with J. Cole and has appeared on songs with Don Toliver and GloRilla. The Chicago native also helped to start the label and collective “OTF”, which featured the late drill artist King Von.

    The tour gets underway on July 28. Presale tickets can be purchased beginning on Wednesday, May 17 with general tickets dropping on Thursday, May 18 here and here.

    SORRY FOR THE DROUGHT 2023 TOUR DATES: 

    Fri Jul 28 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheater

    Sat Jul 29 – Atlanta, GA – Lakewood Amphitheatre 

    Sun Jul 30 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion

    Tue Aug 01 – Virginia Beach, VA – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach 

    Thu Aug 03 – Camden, NJ – Freedom Mortgage Pavilion 

    Fri Aug 04 – Baltimore, MD – CFG Bank Arena 

    Sat Aug 05 – Brooklyn, NY – Barclays Center

    Sun Aug 06 – Boston, MA – Xfinity Center

    Tue Aug 08 – Newark, NJ – Prudential Center

    Wed Aug 09 – Toronto, ON – Budweiser Stage 

    Fri Aug 11 – Chicago, IL – United Center

    Sun Aug 13 – Indianapolis, IN – Ruoff Music Center

    Tue Aug 15 – Detroit, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre

    Wed Aug 16 – Cleveland, OH – Blossom Music Center

    Fri Aug 18 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre

    Sat Aug 19 – Kansas City, MO – T-Mobile Center

    Mon Aug 21 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center

    Tue Aug 22 – New Orleans, LA – Smoothie King Center 

    Wed Aug 23 – Austin, TX – Moody Center

    Fri Aug 25 – Albuquerque, NM – Isleta Amphitheater

    Sat Aug 26 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena 

    Tue Aug 29 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena

    Wed Aug 30 – Portland, OR – RV Inn Styles Resort Amphitheater

    Fri Sep 01 – Oakland, CA – Oakland Arena

    Sat Sep 02 – San Diego, CA – North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre

    Wed Sep 06 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum

    Thu Sep 07 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre

  • ESYO Returns to Carnegie Hall this June

    They’ve practiced, practiced, practiced, and Empire State Youth Orchestra’s (ESYO) Symphony Orchestra, a prominent youth ensemble, made it to Carnegie Hall. The concert marks the first time ESYO has performed at Carnegie Hall since the beginning of the pandemic, returning for the first time since 2017. The symphony orchestra will perform a joint concert with Norwalk Youth Symphony at Carnegie Hall on June 4, 2023, at 2:00 p.m.

    ESYO aims to inspire young musicians to excel in a progressive learning environment, offering high-level performance opportunities. Over 500 youth from New York’s Capital Region and western New England are selected by audition each year.

    ESYO will conclude their 2022-2023 season at Carnegie Hall with Tchaikovsky’s extraordinary fifth Symphony and Verdi’s Nabucco Overture. Music Director Etienne Abelin described the upcoming performance as “emotional, powerful music,” resonating deeply with the young musicians. The young ensemble eagerly anticipates the incredible opportunity to perform at Carnegie Hall. Principal double bass Orin Carlson-Lee described the momentus occasion as “not just a concert but a celebration of hard work, dedication, and the magic of music.”

    While The Carnegie Hall concert will close ESYO’s 2022-2023 season, there are no shortage of ESYO events this summer. Encore Stage will celebrate graduating ESYO students on June 17. The event aims to showcase the senior class, their talent, and accomplishments. Senior-led groups will perform throughout the afternnoon, scholarships will be awarded, and an alumni speaker will offer words of wisdom to graduating members. Alum and founer of Bassworks, Colin O’Bryan, will offer the keynote address.

    Additionally, starting on July 31, ESYO’s Summer Sessions begin. The sessions include myriad activities, from week-long intensives to workshops to concert picnic outings. Some events are open to the public, and encourage everyone to come together to make music. More information and registration are available here.

    Another summer highlight involves talented CHIME musicians, selected to participate in National Seminario Ravina. These students will travel to Chicago in July for rehearsals and coachings with renowned conductors and musicians

    Those interested in attending the Cargenie Hall concert or signing up for a summer opportunity can find more information here. Additionally, students interested in applying for the 2023-2024 ESYO season can find more information here.

  • Lake Luzerne to host Food Trucks and Music Extravaganza this Summer

    The Town of Lake Luzerne and the Lake Luzerne Regional Chamber of Commerce will host the Inaugural Food Trucks and Music Extravaganza. The event will combine live music, a wide range of delicious food, and fun activities. The event will be held on six consecutive Wednesdays, from 5 to 8 pm, starting on July 12 and ending on August 16, 2023.

    The Food Trucks and Music Extravaganza will feature a diverse selection of food from food trucks including tacos, fish and chicken sandwiches, gourmet mac and cheese, lemonade, doughnuts and more.

    Additionally, the live music will feature local bands and regional artists, which will surely create a festive atmosphere and ambiance. The bands will include:

    In addition to great food and music, the extravaganza will hold a 50-50 raffle to raise money for the Lake Luzerne Food Bank and local scholarships. All raffle proceeds will directly support these organizations who are vital to the community.

    “This event is not only a fun and exciting way to bring the community together but also a way to support local organizations that make a significant impact on the lives of our community members,” said Sam Zappas, who initiated the event.

    The event is free to attend, open to anyone and everyone. Visitors should bring chairs or blankets and can enjoy live music and delicious food in Lake Luzerne’s beautiful pavilion park. The event will be held at the Pavilion Park located at 248 Lake Avenue in Lake Luzerne, New York.

    For more information about the Lake Luzerne Food Trucks and Music Extravaganza, contact this email.