Category: NYC Metro

Sammy Rae and The Friends to Perform in Ithaca on Headline Fall Tour.

Brooklyn-based ensemble Sammy Rae and The Friends have announced they will embark on a fall headline tour, which includes a stop in Ithaca.

On Sept. 24, the band will perform at the State Theatre of Ithaca, five days after beginning their tour on Sept. 19. After the fall headline tour ends, the band will head back to the UK, where they will have a headline show in London.

More than a band, Sammy and The Friends are a family. The diverse group of performers flourishes in any environment with a combination of all-for-one and one-for-all camaraderie, palpable chemistry, deft virtuosity, and vocal fireworks. Their most recent singles include the soul-infused “Closer To You,” and last summer’s jazzy retro pop single “If It All Goes South.” The latter was accompanied by a music video starring Barbara Lochiatto, who appeared in Netflix’s 2020 documentary Some Kind of Heaven as a widow looking for love. Inspired by Lochiatto’s story, Sammy reached out to her to join the music video.

Prior to the fall tour, Sammy and The Friends are scheduled to perform at Carnegie Hall on March 15, for the 18th annual Music Of fundraising performance, The Music of Paul McCartney. Other musicians scheduled to perform include Nancy Wilson, Lake Street Dive, Natalie Merchant, and more. The upcoming performance marks only the beginning of a jam-packed 2023 for the band.

Summer will keep the group busy, as well. On June 15, they will make their debut appearance at Central Park Summer Stage, shortly followed by another debut at the Bonnaroo on June 18. At the Green River Festival on June 24, the band is scheduled to headline.

If you’re interested in seeing Sammy Rae and Friends perform in Ithaca, tickets go on sale starting March 10.

Sammy Rae & The Friends Confirmed Tour Dates

Wed, Mar 15 New York, NY @ Carnegie Hall (The Music of Paul McCartney)
Thur, June 15    New York, NY @ Central Park Summerstage
Sat, Jun 24        Franklin County Fairgrounds (Northampton, MA) @ Green River Festival
Sun, Jun 18       Manchester, TN @ Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival
Tue, Sept 19     South Burlington, VT @ Higher Ground
Wed, Sept 20    Portland, ME @ State Theatre
Thur, Sept 21    Boston, MA @ Roadrunner
Sun, Sept 24     Ithaca, NY@ State Theatre of Ithaca
Tue, Sept 26     Cleveland, OH @ House of Blues
Wed, Sept 27 Detroit, MI @ Majestic Theatre
Thur, Sept 28    Toronto, ON @ HISTORY
Sat, Sept 30      Bridgeport, CT @ Sound on Sound
Sun, Oct 1         Millavale, PA @ Mr. Small’s Theatre
Mon, Oct 2       Columbus, OH @ Newport Music Hall
Wed, Oct 4       Chicago, IL @ Riviera Theatre
Thur, Oct 5       St Paul, MN @ Palace Theatre
Fri, Oct 6           Kansas City, MO @ Madrid Theatre
Sun, Oct 8         Denver, CO @ Ogden Theatre
Tue, Oct 10       Salt Lake City, UT @ The Depot
Wed, Oct 11     Jackson, WY @ Center for the Arts
Fri, Oct 13         Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom
Sat, Oct 14        Seattle, WA @ Showbox SoDo
Sun, Oct 15       Portland, OR @ McMenamins Crystal Ballroom
Tue, Oct 17       San Francisco, CA @ The Warfield
Wed, Oct 18     Los Angeles, CA @ The Novo
Thur, Oct 19      San Diego, CA @ House of Blues
Sat, Oct 21        Tempe, AZ @ Marquee Theatre
Thur, Nov 16     London, UK @ Eventim Apollo
Fri, Nov 17        Bristol, UK @ SWX
Sat, Nov 18       Manchester, UK @ New Century Hall
Sun, Nov 19      Glasgow, UK @ Queen Margaret Union

Watch Sammy and The Friends perform live at Brooklyn Steel.

March 10, 2023
Taylor Crawford Releases New Avant-Pop Single “Heartbreak Hotel”

Brooklyn based singer/songwriter Taylor Crawford has just released his newest avant-pop single “Heartbreak Hotel” on March 10^th. He will also be playing live again on March 28th at Arlene’s Grocery, alongside owynnmusic.

With his musical influences as infamous artists like Barry White, Dua Lipa, Remi Wolf, Madison Cunningham, Ichiko Aoba, and many more, Taylor is certainly making his way into popularity within NYC culture. Using a combination of upbeat melody and his unique vocals, Taylor came up with his newest single “Heartbreak Hotel,” a reflection of his trip to Germany where he may have caused a relationship to split unknowingly.

When asking Taylor what inspire him to write this piece, he responded with, “”Heartbreak Hotel” is actually named after a bar in Bremen, Germany literally called Heartbreak Hotel. I do not play the good guy in this story. I met a delightful lady while I was visiting my friend in Germany. One night we all went out together to this bar, one thing led to another, then she and I spent the evening together. This would have been a happy ending, however, she had a partner at the time. I hurt not only this partner of hers whom I never met, and worst of all, I ruined their relationship. The song is my reflection on the pain that I caused to these people.”

Speaking about his profound influence on his own musical journey, Taylor stated, “I initially played trombone and bassoon when I was in 4th Grade. So I was about 10 years old. Then when I got to high school, I honestly did not know who I needed to talk to so I could continue playing in the band. So I stopped with the big band instruments. I started teaching myself guitar when I was around 13 years old. I remember sitting in my brother’s bedroom where we had the family computer. I would look up Coheed and Cambria songs on “Ultimate-guitar.com” and learn the tabs to songs like “Welcome Home,” and “The Suffering.” These were the first songs I was learning and their prog-rock. It’s hilarious to think about considering the music I make now. My brother was getting guitar lessons at the time and I think my mom just did not want to pay for a whole other lesson, which makes sense because they were expensive, but I taught myself everything I know because of that.”

Then I basically wanted to become the next John Mayer. I learned ALL of his songs. And they were the only things I could play for about 4 years. I pigeon-holed myself until I got to college where my roommate taught me the pentatonic scale and it completely changed my perspective on music as a whole. Since then, my understanding and love for music has been nothing but exponential.
– Taylor Crawford

Taylor Crawford is an incredible musician, artist, and person, he deserves the hype that he gets from his music. His use of vocals is dreamy, making his overall sound so unique and invigorating. Lastly, when asked about the best performance of his career, Taylor says, “I hope the best has yet to come. But, for now I would say the Sofar Sounds show I did in Madrid, Spain this past December. It was just an acoustic show but the reaction I got from the audience was surreal. I’ve never made people cry before and to have that happen means I really touched them emotionally – which is what I aim to do as an artist. I connected with people, and they connected with me. To me, that means I gave a good performance. I hope to continue to do the same as the shows keep coming.”

Listen to “Heartbreak Hotel” by Taylor Crawford by clicking the link here.

To listen to more by Taylor Crawford, click the link here.

March 10, 2023
Mexican Music Icon Alejandro Fernández Bringing ‘Amor y Patria’ Tour to Hulu Theater at MSG

Alejandro Fernández, Mexican music icon announced his ‘Amor y Patria’ 2023 US tour. Fernández will be making a stop in Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

‘Amor y Patria’ encompasses the celebration of Fernández’s love of music, family, and his native Mexico. Alex Fernández, son of Alejandro Fernández will perform alongside his father for most shows throughout the tour.

“I’m excited to return to the US to celebrate Latino culture through my music. I’ve put together a totally new show. I can’t wait to see my fans and sing all our favorite songs together. Y que viva Mexico!”
-Alejandro Fernández

Alejandro Fernández embarked 2023 with the release of “Inexperto En Olvidarte”. The single is from the first single from his upcoming album that fans have been impatient waiting on. “Inexperto En Olvidarte” was an instant hit because of its heart-wrenching lyrics. The single reached #1 on Monitor Latino in México and Colombia and currently climbing US Radio charts.

Fernández is loved by the masses because his records speak of hard emotional truths. Throughout his career Fernández surprised his fanbase with his musical versatility in different genres. He is a two-time Grammy winner with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

In 2020, Fernández launched “Vota Por Nosotros” (Vote For Us). It was a campaign that encouraged Latino voters to vote on behalf of our entire community in the November 3rd elections. After winning a Grammy Fernández dedicated the award to the victims of the recent hurricanes in southern Mexico. He donated MXN $1,000,000.00 to the Mexican Red Cross to aid with the relieving of survivors. He’s also joined Mana’s Fher Olvera as the face of the “We Are Home” campaign calling for a just immigration policy that would improve the lives of millions of Latino immigrants living in the US.

The tour kicks off on Friday, September 8 in Sacramento, California. Tickets are available here.

AMOR Y PATRIA TOUR DATES:

Fri Sep 08 – Sacramento, CA – Golden 1 Center*

Sat Sep 09 – San Jose, CA – SAP Center*

Sun Sep 10 – Anaheim, CA – Honda Center*

Fri Sep 15 – Las Vegas, NV – MGM Grand Garden Arena*

Sat Sep 16 – Las Vegas, NV – MGM Grand Garden Arena*

Sun Sep 17 – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre*

Fri Sep 22 – Los Angeles, CA – The Kia Forum

Sat Sep 23 – San Diego, CA – Viejas Arena*

Sun Sep 24 – Highland, CA – Yaamava Casino

Fri Sep 29 – El Paso, TX – UTEP Don Haskins Center

Sat Sep 30 – San Antonio, TX – AT&T Center

Sun Oct 01 – Edinburg, TX – Bert Ogden Arena

Thu Oct 05 – Dallas, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory*

Fri Oct 06 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center

Sun Oct 08 – Chicago, IL – Allstate Arena

Wed Oct 11 – Toronto, ON – Massey Hall

Fri Oct 13 – Washington, DC – The Theater at MGM National Harbor

Sat Oct 14 – New York, NY – Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden

Thu Oct 19 – Atlanta, GA – Coca Cola Roxy

Sat Oct 21 – Estero, FL – Hertz Arena*

Sun Oct 22 – Miami, FL – Miami-Dade Arena*

*with Alex Fernández

March 10, 2023
Great South Bay Music Festival 2023 Announces 15th Anniversary Lineup

The Great South Bay 2023 Music Festival presented by Island Federal Bank announced its back for its 15th anniversary, taking place at Shorefront Park in Patchogue Village, from Thursday, July 20 through Sunday, July 23.

Photo credit Filip Zalewski for NYS Music.

The Great South Bay 2023 Music Festival features over 60 performers on four stages, in classic and contemporary rock, jam, blues, jazz, Americana, ska, reggae, alternative, and funk genres. The festival is known for its eclectic lineup of headliners with four very different days of music.

Kicking off the festival Thursday, July 20, with ten performers on two stages, is the legendary Hot Tuna, returning for their fourth visit to Headline the Main Stage. Classic rock act Dave Mason supports, and Barnburners The Fabulous Thunderbirds featuring Kim Wilson round out the lineup and local guitar legend Kerry Kearney and the Kings of the Psychedelta make an appearance.

Friday brings the annual rock-reggae-ska party, with 15 performers across three stages. Huntington Beach California rock-reggae veterans Dirty Heads return with support from LA ska-punk band Goldfinger, plus Sublime Tribute: Badfish, Maryland rockers Ballyhoo and emerging LI hometown reggae-
rockers Oogee Wawa.

The annual Jam-Saturday features 18 performers across four stages. Phil Lesh & Friends, featuring the legendary bassist and original founding member of the Grateful Dead, takes the main stage. Supporting acts include jazz-funksters The Eric Krasno Trio, Neighbor, and local singer-songwriter musician Cassandra House.

Great South Bay 2023 will close out Sunday with guitar legend, Warren Haynes & Govt. Mule, performing “Dark Side of the Mule”, a tribute to the 50th Anniversary of Pink Floyd’s classic album The Dark Side of The Moon, complete a laser light show and over-the-top effects. Immediately supporting is Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening, plus Duane Betts and Palmetto Motel. Returning to the Main Stage is Long Island-born and bred guitarist Brandon “Taz” Niederauer who performed at Great South Bay on the “emerging artist stage” when he was just 12 years old and has since shared the stage with Gregg
Allman, Gary Clarke Jr., Lady Gaga, and many more.

Supporting and presenting original emerging artists has always been part of our mission at GSB. For 2023 the festival will present over 30 talented original artists that we are excited to give stage time and lay on our music loving attendees. New talented original artists to keep on your radar this year include: Cassandra House (performing on our Main Stage and opening for Phil Lesh), Jules, Jack & Friends, Dudley Music, Robinson Treacher, MJT, Circus Mind, Miles to Dayton, Foster Europe Band, Baked Shrimp, and more.

Great South Bay supports the Long Island community and will continue to donate $1 from every ticket sold, to the GSB-Stony Brook Cancer Center Fund. To date, the fest has raised well over $250,000 for the cancer center. Additionally, Great South Bay Presenting Sponsor Island Federal Bank will also give $1- $2 worth of food donations for every ticket that’s sold to LI Cares, the Harry Chapin Food bank. The festival will also again donate booth spaces in our “Storyville Tent” to local organizations looking to raise awareness and funds for their cause.

The mission of the Great South Bay Festival is to always support emerging local artists, and are proud present over 30 talented original artists. Some of these not mentioned previously include Jules, Jack & Friends, Dudley Music, Robinson Treacher, MJT, Circus Mind, Miles to Dayton, Foster Europe Band, Baked Shrimp, and more.

Tickets are available to purchase now. Children under 10 are free.

Festival Times:
Thursday, July 20: Doors are at 3:00 p.m., fest goes till 10 p.m.
Friday, July 21: Doors are at 3:00 p.m., music till 11 p.m.,
Saturday, July 22.: Doors are at 1:00 p.m., music till 11 p.m.,
Sunday, July 23: Doors are at 2:00 p.m. with performances till 10 p.m.

March 9, 2023
Nas Takes Over MSG For One Night Only Concert

On February 24, Nas took the stage at Madison Square Garden (MSG) for his highly-anticipated One Night Only: King’s Disease Trilogy concert. This was the first time the Queensbridge native played The Garden. The concert included songs from all three of his King’s Disease albums, along with some of his biggest hits from over the years.

The first half of the performance kicked off with Nas performing tracks from King’s Disease I, II and III, including “Blue Benz” and “27 Summers,” both of which were met with a thunderous applause from the crowd. Other songs he performed from the trilogy albums included “I’m on Fire,” “Spicy” and “Reminisce.”

After delivering an energetic first half of the concert, Nas took a brief intermission before returning to the stage for the second half of the show. This time around, he performed some of his most iconic hits, including “If I Ruled the World,” “Hate Me Now,” and “NY State of Mind.”

Nas’s first Madison Square Garden show was truly a star-studded affair, thanks to his impressive lineup of special guests. Hit boy, the celebrated producer and rapper, joined Nas on stage for “Michael & Quincy.” The legendary Mary J. Blige also made an appearance, bringing her soulful voice and electrifying presence to the stage for “You Remind Me.” Meanwhile, AZ, one of Nas’s longtime collaborators, wowed the audience with his impeccable flow on “Life’s a Bitch.” And last but not least, Slick Rick, the iconic rapper and storyteller, joined Nas for a performance of “Hey Young World.” Together, these special guests helped make the show an unforgettable experience that will be remembered for years to come.

Nas – MSG – February 24, 2023

Setlist: King’s Disease, Blue Benz, Car #85, 27 Summers, Ultra Black, Spicy, YKTV, The Definition, Get Light, Death Row East, The Pressure, I’m On Fire, 40 Side, Store Run, Rare, Speechless, Wave Gods, Thun, Michael & Quincy (Feat Hit Boy), Reminisce, Your Remind Me (Feat Mary J. Blige), 30, Legit, NY State of Mind, Life’s A Bitch (Feat AZ), It Ain’t Hard To Tell, Hey Young World (Feat Slick Rick), The World Is Yours, The Message, Street Dreams, Represent, Hate Me Now, Made You Look, One Mic, Hot Boyz, Oochie Wally, You Owe Me, Memory Lane, Get Down, If I Ruled The World

March 9, 2023
Lionel Richie Announces Joint Tour With Earth, Wind And Fire, With MSG Date

Lionel Richie has announced his 2023 “Sing A Song All Night Long” Tour with very special guests Earth, Wind & Fire. The 20-city arena tour kicks off Friday, August 4 at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, MN, and includes a stop at Madison Square Garden (MSG) in New York City on Saturday, August 12.

Lionel Richie is known for his mega hits such as “Endless Love,” “Lady,” “Truly,” “All Night Long,” “Penny Lover,” “Stuck on You,” “Hello,” “Say You, Say Me,” “Dancing on the Ceiling,” and co- wrote one of the most important pop songs in history, “We Are the World,” for U.S.A for Africa. His song catalog also includes his early work with The Commodores, where he developed a groundbreaking style that defied genre categories, penning smashes such as “Three Times a Lady,” “Still” and “Easy.” Richie is one of two sole songwriters who has written eight No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 charts.

2022 was a pivotal year for Lionel Richie, who has now sold over 125 million albums, as he was inducted into The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, won the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song by the Library Congress and was honored with the Icon Award at the American Music Awards. With over 100 million albums sold worldwide and an impressive nine GRAMMY® Awards, Earth, Wind & Fire has cemented their lasting impact on popular music as they continue to inspire new audiences and thrill those who have been with them from the beginning. These two iconic artists have now sold a combined quarter billion albums worldwide.

Earth, Wind & Fire, formed In 1969 by music legend Maurice White birthed the music force named after the elements from his very own astrological charts. With soul as deep as the plant, Earth, Wind & Fire charted a history that will live on forever. They’ve scored eight number one hits and have sold more than 100 million albums worldwide. They’ve released 23 albums; eight of those albums went Double Platinum and hit the Top 10, making them one of the best-selling artists of all time. They’ve won an impressive nine GRAMMY® Awards including one for Lifetime Achievement (2012). In 2000, Earth, Wind & Fire was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, cementing their lasting impact on popular music and, in 2019, their contributions to arts and culture was acknowledged in Washington DC with the prestigious Kennedy Center Honors.

Tickets will be available Monday, March 13 at Lionel Richie’s website.

SING A SONG ALL NIGHT LONG 2023 TOUR DATES:

Fri Aug 04 – St Paul, MN – Xcel Energy Center

Sat Aug 05 – Chicago, IL – United Center

Tue Aug 08 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena

Wed Aug 09 – Montreal, QC – Bell Centre

Fri Aug 11 – Boston, MA – TD Garden

Sat Aug 12 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden

Tue Aug 15 – Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Center

Fri Aug 18 – Washington, DC – Capital One Arena

Sat Aug 19 – Baltimore, MD – CFG Bank Arena

Tue Aug 22 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena

Fri Aug 25 – Fort Lauderdale, FL – FLA Live Arena

Sat Aug 26 – Tampa, FL – Amalie Arena

Tue Aug 29 – Austin, TX – Moody Center

Fri Sep 01 – Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center

Sat Sep 02 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center

Tue Sep 05 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena

Fri Sep 08 – San Francisco, CA – Chase Center

Mon Sep 11 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena

Tue Sep 12 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena

Fri Sep 15 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum

March 8, 2023
Greenwich House Music School Sets Dates for Uncharted Concert Series

Greenwich House Music School has announced the dates for its annual concert series, Uncharted, now in its ninth year. The spring concert series will run across six consecutive Thursdays this spring, beginning April 6 and ending May 11. Endea Owens and The Cookout will open the series, and Oran Etkin Duo with Sasha Berliner will close out.

The annual Uncharted concert series at has been an invaluable resource for a number of New York-based musicians since 2014. It has given artists the opportunity to foster new material and debut their music to live audiences in a concert setting. Continuing on this legacy, co-founder, and Director of Greenwich House Music School Rachel Black said “This year’s cohort of musicians represents some of the most genre-diverse and creatively original performers to take part in our program.”

Greenwich House Music School has provided New Yorkers with affordable, high-quality arts education since 1905. Students are taught by the renowned staff the beauty and transformative power of music, art, dance, and theater. GHMS is a member of the New York City Coalition of Community Schools of the Arts and The National Guild of Community Arts Education.

The Uncharted Concert Series Lineup. Credit: Greenwich House

Endea Owens is a Detroit-raised recording artist, bassist, and composer. In 2018, she graduated from The Juilliard School and quickly joined The Late Show with Stephen Colbert as a member of their house band, Stay Human. Owens’ work has won her an Emmy, Grammy Award, and a George Foster Peabody Award. She has used her talents to educate students across the United States, South America, and Europe. Owens’ debut album, Feel Good Music, is due for release in 2023.

Conservatory-trained Keyanna Hutchinson, from Brooklyn, has a love for music and a remarkable packed recording and touring schedule supporting performers in the fields of rock, jazz, R&B and experimental composition. While she may be best known for her guitarist skills, Hutchinson is also a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer. Hutchinson plays to pay homage and to propagate the roots of black and indigenous sound.

Mafer Bandola’s alias is inspired by her love for her favorite instrument, the bandola llanera, an instrument indigenous to Venezuela. A self-taught composer and educator, Bandola brings a unique perspective to the largely male-dominated bandola llanera. Mafer is a co-founder and performer with the band LADAMA, a collective of four female musicians each from a different Latin and North American country.

Singer-songwriter Nour Harkati, born in Tunisia, has explored the lands and disparate sounds of North Africa, Europe and New York City. At this years concert, Harkati will blend ambient spiritual sound with heavily rhythmic and unusually structured vocal lines. Additionally, Harkati’s performance is co-presented with Habibi Festival.

Tickets for this year’s Greenwich House Music School Uncharted concert series start at $20 or less for general entry to all shows, and 100% of sales go directly to the artists. Advance ticket sales include an open wine and beer bar.

Watch Alea perform at the 2022 Uncharted concert.

March 8, 2023
Peter Gabriel Announces Long-Awaited North American leg of i/o Tour, Coming to MSG and Buffalo

Peter Gabriel has announced the anticipated and long-awaited North American leg of his i/o tour, coming to Madison Square Garden on Sept. 18.

Peter Gabriel garnered international attention as the co-founder of Genesis. Since leaving the group in 1975, his recording career has included eleven studio albums, film soundtracks for Alan Parker’s Birdy, Martin Scorsese’s The Last Temptation of Christ, and Philip Noyce’s Rabbit Proof Fence as well as numerous live albums. He has won several Grammy awards as well as created WOMAD, the festival that has launched the careers of many artists from around the world and has just celebrated its 40th anniversary.

He also co-founded the human rights organization WITNESS in 1992, the organization that pioneers the use of cameras and technology in human rights campaigning. In 2006, Gabriel was awarded the prestigious Man of Peace title by The Nobel Peace Laureates and in 2008 was also included in the Time 100 list. He has been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame twice.

The general on sale for i/o – The Tour North American leg will start on Friday, March 10 at 10 a.m., with a stop at Madison Square Garden on Sept. 18 and an added show at the KeyBank Center on Sept. 22. Fans will have access to a special presale through Gabriel’s Fan Club mailing list, starting on Tuesday, March 7. Fans can also purchase VIP Packages, which may include premium tickets, access to the pre-show lounge, limited edition gift items, and more. To purchase tickets, visit here.

i/o – The Tour

May 18                        Krakow, Poland                   TAURON Arena

May 20                        Verona, Italy                       Verona Arena

May 21                       Milan, Italy                          Mediolanum Arena

May 23                        Paris, France                       Accor Arena

May 24                        Lille, France                                     Stade Pierre-Mauroy

May 26                       Berlin, Germany                  Waldbuehne

May 28                       Munich, Germany                 Koenigsplatz

May 30                       Copenhagen, Denmark          Royal Arena

May 31                        Stockholm, Sweden              Avicii Arena

June 2                        Bergen, Norway                  Koengen

June 5                         Amsterdam, Netherlands       Ziggo Dome

June 6                        Antwerp, Belgium                 Sportpaleis

June 8                         Zurich, Switzerland               Hallenstadion

June 10                       Cologne, Germany                Lanxess Arena

June 12                       Hamburg, Germany              Barclays Arena

June 13                       Frankfurt, Germany               Festhalle

June 15                       Bordeaux, France                Arkea Arena

June 17                       Birmingham, UK                  Utilita Arena

June 19                       London, UK                         The O2

June 20                       Nottingham, UK                      Motorpoint Arena

June 22                       Glasgow, UK                                    OVO Hydro

June 23                      Manchester, UK                    AO Arena

June 25                      Dublin, Ireland                    3Arena

September 8               Quebec City, Quebec              Videotron Centre

September 9               Ottawa, Ontario                     Canadian Tire Centre

September 11             Toronto, Ontario                    Scotiabank Arena

September 13             Montreal, Quebec                   Bell Centre

September 14             Boston, Massachusetts          TD Garden

September 16             Philadelphia, Pennsylvania    Wells Fargo Center

September 18             New York, New York              Madison Square Garden

September 20             Washington, D.C.                   Capital One Arena – NEW SHOW

September 22             Buffalo, New York                  KeyBank Center – NEW SHOW

September 23             Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania       PPG Paints Arena – NEW SHOW

September 25             Columbus, Ohio                     Nationwide Arena – NEW SHOW

September 27             Cleveland, Ohio                      Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse – NEW SHOW

September 29             Detroit, Michigan                   Little Caesars Arena – NEW SHOW

September 30             Chicago, Illinois                      United Center

October 2                    Milwaukee, Wisconsin            Fiserv Forum – NEW SHOW

October 3                    St. Paul           , Minnesota                Xcel Energy Center – NEW SHOW

October 7                    Vancouver, British Columbia  Rogers Arena

October 8                    Seattle, Washington               Climate Pledge Arena

October 11                  San Francisco, California       Chase Center

October 13                  Los Angeles, California          Kia Forum

October 14                  Palm Springs, California         Acrisure Arena – NEW SHOW

October 16                  Denver , Colorado                  Ball Arena – NEW SHOW

October 18                  Austin, Texas                          Moody Center – NEW SHOW

October 19                  Dallas, Texas                          American Airlines Center – NEW SHOW

October 21                  Houston, Texas                      Toyota Center – NEW SHOW

March 7, 2023
Sway Talks With Rza and the Cast of Wu-Tang: An American Saga at 92Y

The highly anticipated final season of Wu-Tang: An American Saga, the biographical drama series about the legendary hip-hop group, has arrived. The show, which airs on Hulu, chronicles the early days of the Wu-Tang Clan in the gritty streets of Staten Island. As fans eagerly await to see how the story will end, journalist Sway recently sat with Rza and the cast of the show at 92Y in New York City.

The cast of Wu Tang: An American Saga at 92Y

The group and Sway discussed their experiences working on the show, the legacy of the Wu-Tang Clan, and what viewers can expect from the final season. The cast of Wu-Tang: An American Saga is made up of talented actors who bring to life the unique personalities and styles of each member of the group.

Ashton Sanders plays the role of Bobby Diggs, also known as RZA, the founder of the Wu-Tang Clan. Meanwhile, Shameik Moore plays Raekwon, Siddiq Saunderson portrays Dennis ‘D-Love’ Coles, and Dave East takes on the role of Method Man. Other members of the Wu-Tang Clan are played by Joey Bada$$, Marcus Callender, Julian Elijah Martinez, Zolee Griggs, and Erika Alexander. Together, this talented cast brings to life the rise of the Wu-Tang Clan in a gripping and authentic way.

Sway and Rza at 92Y

RZA, who serves as an executive producer and writer for the show, talked about his role in bringing the Wu-Tang story to life. He explained that the show is not just about the group’s music, but also about their struggles and triumphs as young men trying to make a name for themselves. “We wanted to show the human side of the Wu-Tang Clan,” RZA said. “We wanted to show their relationships, their conflicts, their dreams, and their failures

Sway, who is known for his work as a host and reporter on MTV and SiriusXM radio, praised the show for its authenticity and attention to detail. He shared that he was personally involved in ensuring that the show accurately portrayed the hip-hop scene of the early 1990s.

As for what fans can expect from the final season, RZA hinted that there will be some surprises and unexpected twists. “We’re going to take you on a journey that you didn’t even know you wanted to go on,” he said. He also talked about the enduring legacy of the Wu-Tang Clan and how their music continues to resonate with fans around the world.

Overall, the conversation between RZA, the cast, and Sway offered a fascinating look behind the scenes of Wu-Tang: An American Saga and the creative process behind the show. Fans can now tune in to Hulu to see how the story ends and say goodbye to the Wu-Tang Clan one last time.

March 7, 2023
See Plus Release Thrilling New Single “Waiting For You”

Indie-pop band See Plus released their exciting new single, “Waiting For You” in February. The title is fitting, because fans, as the lyrics describe, have been “patiently waiting,” for the band’s new music. The song comes nearly a year since the release of their last single, “The Sun.”

See Plus members, from left to right: Alex Fiume, Miles Dellaha, Jake Linsalata, and Claire Guillermo. Credit: Instagram

It was definitely worth the wait, and See Plus don’t disappoint with their latest track. Not only does “Waiting For You” encompass everything the band stands for, but it also lasts long enough for fans to enjoy. At four and a half minutes, the band’s newest single takes fans on a journey from the beginning, middle, to end. Of course, that journey is a subjective one. Whether you’re waiting for the return of a significant other, close friend, or family member, most fans will be able to relate to this track.

Originating in New Jersey, See Plus consists of Miles Dellaha, Jake Linsalata, Claire Guillermo, and Alex Fiume. The group started out playing in a basement, beating the odds of the “garage band cliche” and slowly achieved mainstream success. Their main inspirations are the Arctic Monkeys, Jack White, and Weezer, by whom they learned to play songs. They released their first digital album, Pool of Tar, in Dec. 2018, a tale of guilt and a failed relationship. The and is currently preparing to release an EP, Better in Person.

“Waiting For You” is now available for download. Additionally, See Plus will be performing in New York City on Feb. 25. Read more for ticketing and other information.

Watch See Plus perform “I’m So Cold.”

March 7, 2023