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Tim McGraw Announces Additional Dates for ‘Standing Room Only Tour’ 2024, Including Buffalo and Belmont

Country music icon Tim McGraw is extending his highly anticipated 2024 Standing Room Only Tour with the announcement of 11 new tour dates, including a stop at the KeyBank Center in Buffalo on May 4 and UBS Arena in Belmont Park on May 5.

The Standing Room Only Tour is set to kick off on March 14, 2024, and will cover over 40 cities across the United States and Canada. Joining Tim McGraw as a special guest on all tour dates is Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Carly Pearce.

Tim McGraw’s Standing Room Only Tour promises to deliver high-energy live shows, featuring his greatest hits and tracks from his latest album, Standing Room Only, released on August 25. The title track of the album, “Standing Room Only,” is currently climbing the Country Radio charts and marks McGraw’s 92nd career chart entry.

McGraw has been a dominant figure in the music industry for over three decades, amassing 69 Top 10 hits and holding records for the most weeks at #1 with all titles, totaling 73 weeks. His enduring success places him just behind George Strait for the second-most #1 albums in the U.S.

This tour expansion provides fans in New York and surrounding areas with the chance to witness one of country music’s biggest stars live in concert. As Tim McGraw’s music continues to resonate with audiences across the nation, this event promises to be a memorable night for country music enthusiasts.

Tickets for these newly added tour dates are now on sale.

Tim McGraw â Standing Room Only Tour 2024

March 14 Jacksonville, FL VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena

March 15 Tampa, FL Amalie Arena

March 16 Orlando, FL Amway Center

March 21 Des Moines, IA Wells Fargo Arena

March 22 St. Louis, MO Enterprise Center

March 23 Columbus, OH Nationwide Arena

March 27 Vancouver, BC Rogers Arena

March 29 Seattle, WA Climate Pledge Arena

March 30 Eugene, OR University of Oregon – Matthew Knight Arena

April 4 Denver, CO Ball Arena

April 5 Salt Lake City, UT Delta Center

April 6 Boise, ID Boise State University – ExtraMile Arena

April 11 Austin, TX Moody Center

April 13 Tulsa, OK BOK Center

April 18 Indianapolis, IN Gainbridge Fieldhouse

April 19 Milwaukee, WI Fiserv Forum

April 20 Saint Paul, MN Xcel Energy Center

April 25 Nashville, TN Bridgestone Arena

April 26 Knoxville, TN Thompson-Boling Arena

April 27 Pittsburgh, PA PPG Paints Arena

May 2 Montreal, QC Bell Centre

May 3 Ottawa, ON Canadian Tire Centre

May 4 Buffalo, NY KeyBank Center

May 9 Belmont Park, NY UBS Arena

May 10 Boston, MA TD Garden

May 11 Wilkes-Barre, PA Mohegan Sun Arena

May 16 Greenville, SC Bon Secours Wellness Arena

May 17 Charlotte, NC Spectrum Center

May 18 Charleston, WV Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center

May 30 Toledo, OH Huntington Center

May 31 Chicago, IL United Center

June 1 Grand Rapids, MI Van Andel Arena

June 6 Sioux Falls, SD Denny Sanford Premier Center

June 7 Omaha, NE CHI Health Center

June 8 Kansas City, MO T-Mobile Center

June 13 Biloxi, MS Mississippi Coast Coliseum

June 14 Atlanta, GA State Farm Arena

June 15 Lexington, KY Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center

June 20 Philadelphia, PA Wells Fargo Center

June 21 Baltimore, MD CFG Bank Arena

June 22 Raleigh, NC PNC Arena

June 27 Phoenix, AZ Footprint Center

“Standing Room Only” By Tim Mcgraw

For more information about the Standing Room Only Tour and ticket sales, visit www.timmcgraw.com.

October 1, 2023

Shakti Lounge in Buffalo Announces Lavender Haze Collective Series Lineup

The Shakti Lounge in Buffalo announces their new live music series lineup for 2023-24, with their first show on October 7th, presented by Lavender Haze Collective.

shakti lounge buffalo lavender collective haze lineup

The first show features Ravi Padmanabha & David Muse on October 7th. The music duo encompasses a new found musical language using crystal bowls, gongs, tabla, hand pan, clarinet and ocean drum to create an ambient meditation that traverses to an ecstatic musical trance.

The Shakti Lounge offers musicians with a space to open their skills and invites a comfortable environment of community to hear innovative music. Shakti creates a salon-like setting offering guests the freedom to recline on the heated floor or take a seat in a chair, welcoming all. Offering a live music experience truly like no other in Buffalo.

The live music series features a diverse group of artists performing all genres including jazz, folk, classical and world music. Musicians are mainly local to Buffalo with the exception singer-songwriter Cammy Enaharo and Seth Faergolzia’s Multibird both from Rochester. The series also includes storyteller Tyler Westcott, string quartet fra/ctured, alto saxophonist Elliot Scozzaro, guitar driven artist Adam Bronstein & ABtrio and drummer John Bacon with his cast for JBQ.

Shakti lounge in Buffalo welcomes people of all ages to come join the forthcoming live music series and experience the duo host monthly concert every Saturday. For more information visit here.

Shakti Lounge 2023-24 Concert Lineup, Presented by Lavender Haze Collective

10/7: Ravi Padmanabha + David Mussen

11/4: Tyler Westcott

12/2: Seth Faergolzia’s Multibird

1/6: fra/ctured String Quartet

2/3: Elliot Scozzaro

3/2: Adam Bronstein & ABtrio

4/13: Cammy Enaharo

5/4: JBQ: John Bacon Quintet

September 29, 2023

In Focus: Borderland Music & Art Festival Dazzles in Western New York

Borderland Music & Art Festival brought some heavy hitting national and local bands to the historic Knox Farm State Park situated in the small village of East Aurora. Over three beautiful days – September 15, 16 & 17 – the historic grounds hosted many great bands on two stages that filled the air with sounds to sooth the soul from some amazingly talented artists.

Friday started as a wonderful partly cloudy morning with perfect temps. As festival goers started to flow in, setting up their chairs and blanks for the day, you could hear the first band. Folk/Americana jam-type band The Stove Pipes playing the Homespun stage which was situated off behind the horse stables at the top of the hill opposite the Mainstage. As the day progressed there was very minimal overlapping of each band’s sets. Making it an easy walk between both stages through or around the horse stables to see each band play throughout the day.

On the Homespun stage you could catch other local and reginal acts like, Dirty Blanket, Not Fade Away Band (Playing Dead Zepplin) & Farrow. The Mainstage acts included local, regional, and national touring acts like Leroy Townes Band, The 502s, Dawes & Goose. Goose being the closing act of night one, brought the house down with their amazing set of music. An absolute not to be missed band of abundantly talented musicians. Setlist via Elgoose.net.

Goose setlist: Flodown^[1], Mr. Action, Pancakes, Honeybee^[2], Writing A Novel^[3], Creatures, Rosewood Heart^[4], Animal
Encore: Slow Ready -> Arcadia
[1] Flopener.
[2] With Coach on rainstick.
[3] Father John Misty.
[4] With Taylor Goldsmith on guitar and vocals, Griffin Goldsmith on drums, and Jeff on guitar.

Saturday at Borderland was met with beautifully clear skies and temperatures out on the farm. Saturday’s crowd filled in the ground of Knox Farm State Park much earlier being a Saturday. Again with very little overlapping of each band’s sets, it was quite easy to catch most of each act playing both the Homespun and Mainstage. Starting out the day on the Mainstage with a great improvisational set was The Damone Jackson Outcome, a band known for their high energy improv sets.

First up on the Homespun stage was A Girl Named Genny, a folk/Americana band with a little bit of Rock and Roll. Other Homespun stage acts included local and reginal bands, Never Ben, Public Water Supply, Grosh and Organ Fairchild. Other Mainstage acts included local, reginal and national acts like, Miller & The Other Sinners, Mighty Poplar, Neal Francis and Sammy Rae & The Friends. Trey Anastasio Band closed out night two with a stellar set of mostly Phish tunes to send everyone home only wanting more. And what an exceptional set of music it was, made even better with an almost Phish/Kuroda level light show. Setlist via Phish.net

Trey Anastasio Band setlist: Sand, Back on the Train, Everything’s Right, Blaze On, A Wave of Hope, Outside the Lines, Llama ^[1], Heavy Things, Oblivion, Pillow Jets > …And Flew Away, Wolfman’s Brother > First Tube
Encore: Ghost
[1] Performed in an alternate arrangement.

Sunday, was the closing day to the perfect three-day Borderland Music & Arts festival and the weather could not have been better for mid-September. Starting out the day on the Homespun stage was The Red Grenadines, followed by Folkfaces, and NYS Dead Coalition. During Folkfaces and in between The Red Grenadine & NYS Dead Coalition was the Tailgate & Buffalo Bills Watch Party with many in attendance. Starting the day on the Mainstage was Karina Rykman, followed by, Krasno/Moore Project, The Infamous Stringdusters, and to close out the night, and festival, with two sets, our hometown heroes, moe.

Set 1: The Pit> Rise, Blond Hair and Blue Eyes, Gone, Do It Again> George, Lazarus
Set 2: Skitchin’ Buffalo, Mexico> Ups And Downs> Silver Sun> Rebubula> Four^[1] > Rebubula
[1] Chuck on vocals. 1st time played since Chuck’s stroke.

View our full photo gallery from Borderland Music & Art Festival by John Raczynski

September 26, 2023

Celebrate Ten Years of Buffalo Iron Works with Melvin Seals & JGB this October

Buffalo Iron Works plans to host an exclusive 10th anniversary party to celebrate a decade of success, featuring the renowned Melvin Seals & JGB on Thursday, October 19th, promising an unforgettable night to commend this milestone of intuitive, expressive, and soulful music.

Melvin Seals has had a remarkable three-decade career as a recording artist, performer and producer and will take center stage during the Buffalo Iron Works anniversary festivities. Melvin is celebrated for his electrifying performances on the keyboard and B-3 organ while accompanying the stage with Jerry Garcia Band. Both Melvin and JGB have played pivotal roles in the jam band music scene with a mix of blues, funk, rock, jazz, gospel and R&B that captivate an audience of all tastes.Their onstage chemistry fuels a psychedelic experience for concert goers that keeps them dancing, smiling and engaged in the rhythm of rock-gospel blues fusion.

In addition to the performance with Melvin and JGB, Buffalo Iron Works 10 year anniversary party will feature drink specials, exclusive signed merchandise and more. The venue offers an intimate music lounge setting that hosts a diverse range of national, regional and local artists across various genres. Not only is it a haven for music but welcomes all types of events, from concerts, acoustic shows, and book signings, ensuring an inclusive and vibrant versatile cultural space.

Join Buffalo Iron Works on Thursday, October 19th to celebrate a decade of music, community and unforgettable moments that have made BIW a cherished part of Buffalo’s cultural landscape. For more info visit here.

September 25, 2023

Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Celebrates 25 Years with JoAnn Falletta

This year, the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra (BPO) has every reason to celebrate as they mark the 25th anniversary of JoAnn Falletta’s tenure as Music Director. Taking on this pivotal role in 1999, Falletta achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first woman to lead a major American orchestra, a momentous step forward in the world of classical music.

As the BPO embarks on this anniversary season, it promises a lineup of symphonic works, guest performers, and special events that pay tribute to Falletta’s dedication and passion for music. The celebration begins with a spectacular performance this Saturday, featuring the renowned violinist Gil Shaham in Tchaikovsky’s violin concerto and Mussorgsky’s “Pictures at an Exhibition.” It’s a fitting start to a season that promises musical excellence.

Over the past 25 years, JoAnn Falletta has become a cultural pillar of Western New York. Her contributions have been pivotal in elevating the BPO to its current stature. Let’s delve into her journey with the BPO and the impact she’s had on the orchestra and the community:

Collaborative Leadership: Falletta’s collaborative leadership style has been instrumental in fostering strong partnerships. Her work with the Naxos record label has transformed the BPO into a leading recording orchestra, with numerous albums recorded for international distribution.

Beau Fleuve Records: In 1999, she co-founded Beau Fleuve Records with the orchestra, resulting in the production of 30 albums. Many of these recordings are now available on digital streaming platforms worldwide.

Championing New Works: Falletta’s commitment to promoting new works is evident in the premieres of 22 new orchestral compositions with the BPO, including world premieres.

Commissioned Works: She has commissioned eight major new works for the orchestra by esteemed composers. These works have not only enriched the BPO’s repertoire but also showcased BPO musicians as soloists.

Global Talent: Under her guidance, the BPO has had the privilege of hosting some of the world’s most celebrated solo musicians, fostering connections between international talent and the local community.

International Tours: Falletta led the orchestra on its first international tour in three decades, bringing Buffalo’s artistry to audiences around the world. Additionally, the BPO has embarked on several successful tours of Florida and performed at Carnegie Hall.

Community Engagement: Falletta’s commitment to community engagement is reflected in her collaborations with regional arts and community organizations. She has used music as a medium to address social issues and promote unity following tragic events in Buffalo.

Educational Initiatives: Falletta has worked closely with academic institutions, including SUNY Fredonia’s School of Music, the Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam, Canisius University, and the Mannes School of Music.

Advocacy for Diversity: She has been a passionate advocate for underrepresented conductors, composers, and musicians in Buffalo and beyond.

The celebration of JoAnn Falletta’s remarkable career begins this Saturday with the BPO’s Opening Night program, featuring Gil Shaham. For more details and to secure your tickets, please visit bpo.org/opening-night. Additionally, information about pre and post-concert Gala festivities can be found at bpo.org/gala.

JoAnn Falletta’s 25-year journey with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra is a testament to her unwavering dedication and her enduring impact on the world of classical music. Her legacy serves as an inspiration to musicians, conductors, and classical music enthusiasts worldwide.

To learn more about JoAnn Falletta, please visit joannfalletta.com.

Explore the rich history of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, its distinguished conductors and musicians, and its commitment to IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access) by visiting the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra’s official website.

This week, JoAnn Falletta joined Jacquie Walker on WIVB News 4 to share her thoughts on her anniversary and the upcoming season

September 23, 2023

JazzBuffalo’s Inaugural Concert Marks Beginning of Canterbury Woods Jazz Series

It was an extraordinary evening as the inaugural jazz concert of the upcoming Canterbury Woods Jazz Series took place at the new Canterbury Woods Performing Arts Center, featuring the magnificent Jane Bunnett and Maqueque. We want to express our immense gratitude to all of you, the jazz enthusiasts, and the JazzBuffalo Community.

We were faced with the formidable challenge of orchestrating a warm and welcoming reception for this award-winning ensemble in less than three weeks. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the nearly full-capacity audience and all the supporters who filled the new Canterbury Woods Performing Arts Center. The inspiration and enthusiastic reception you provided to these five incredibly talented women on stage were truly exceptional and unforgettable. They were filled with joy and were eager to share with others the fantastic JazzBuffalo experience, the incredible supporters, and the enthusiastic audience that our region has to offer.

Jane Bunnett and Maqueque delivered an exceptional performance. Bunnett led the all-female ensemble, drawing from the ten-year journey of Maqueque, encompassing their original self-titled album to their latest release, “Playing With Fire.”

In addition to Jane Bunnett’s enchanting soprano saxophone and flute, the ensemble featured Donae’ Olano’s beautiful piano performance, Tailin Marrero on the powerful bass, Joanna Majoko captivating with her vocals, and the drummer/percussionist extraordinaire, Yissy Garcia.

Read more and discover more photos from JazzBuffalo contributor Jack Zuff at JazzBuffalo.org

September 20, 2023

Trans-Siberian Orchestra Announces Tour, Coming to Albany, Rochester, Buffalo and Elmont

Prepare for a Christmas rock experience as the Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO) has announced its annual holiday tour. The multi-platinum rock group, which has consistently hit the touring charts for the past 15 years, unveiled the details of their highly anticipated 2023 winter tour, “The Ghosts of Christmas Eve – the Best of TSO & More.”

This year’s tour promises a new and larger presentation of the beloved holiday tradition, “The Ghosts of Christmas Eve,” which has captured the hearts of multiple generations. TSO will visit 62 cities, including Albany, Rochester, Buffalo, and Belmont Park (the only New York Metro area show for the season).

A product of the imagination of TSO’s late founder Paul O’Neill, and based on TSO’s CD and TV special, The Ghosts of Christmas Eve, follows the journey of a runaway who breaks into an abandoned vaudeville theater on December 24. While seeking shelter from the cold, the teen is discovered by the theater’s caretaker who uses the ghosts and spirits from the building’s past to turn her life around. Following the performance of the rock opera, 2023’s tour also boasts a rocking, blazing, and laser-lit second set containing more of TSO’s greatest hits, fan favorites, and surprises. If you are unable to attend, fans at home can watch a digitally restored The Ghosts of Christmas Eve on their local PBS station.

For 27 years you have helped make Paul O’Neill’s TSO stories a part of your holiday tradition. And, for 27 years, our tradition has been to make every year’s tour better than the last for you. 2023 is no exception as this year’s tour will be the best ever. I can’t wait to see our ‘repeat offenders’ out at the shows and look forward to seeing the new faces as well.

TSO music director and lead guitarist Al Pitrelli

For New York TSO fans, TSO will be touring in Albany on November 29, Rochester on November 30, Buffalo on December 2, and Elmont on December 20. Be sure to grab tickets before they sell out if you plan to attend.

Presales for TSO fan club members will be held on Thursday, Sept. 7 at 10 a.m. local time and Friday, Sept. 8 at 10 a.m. local time. The public on-sale is set to begin on Friday, Sept. 15 at 10 a.m. local time. Beginning with the public on sale, special $39 tickets will be available for one week or while supplies last. Keeping with O’Neill’s character, TSO will give at least $1 from every ticket sold to charity. To date, more than $18 million has been donated by the group.

For more details on tour dates and ticket sales, visit here.

Nov. 15 – Green Bay, Wis. @ Resch Center – 2:30 PM & 7:30 PM
Nov. 15 – Council Bluffs, Iowa @ Mid-America Center – 7:30 PM
Nov. 16 – Lincoln, Neb. @ Pinnacle Bank Arena – 7:30 PM
Nov. 17 – Charleston, W.V. @ Charleston Coliseum – 7:30 PM
Nov. 18 – Greenville, S.C. @ Bon Secours Wellness Arena – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Nov. 18 – Denver, Colo. @ Ball Arena – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Nov. 19 – Greensboro, N.C. @ Greensboro Coliseum – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Nov. 19 – Colorado Springs, Colo. @ Broadmoor World Arena – 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Nov. 21 – Salt Lake City, Utah @ Delta Center – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Nov. 22 – Allentown, Pa. @ PPL Center – 7:30 PM
Nov. 24 – Manchester, N.H. @ SNHU Arena – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Nov. 24 – Spokane, Wash. @ Spokane Arena – 7:30 PM
Nov. 25 – Worcester, Mass. @ DCU Center – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Nov. 25 – Seattle, Wash. @ Climate Pledge Arena – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Nov. 26 – Uncasville, Ct. @ Mohegan Sun Arena – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Nov. 26 – Portland, Ore. @ Moda Center – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Nov. 29 – Albany, N.Y. @ MVP Arena – 7:30 PM
Nov. 29 – San Jose, Calif. @ SAP Center – 7:30 PM
Nov. 30 – Rochester, N.Y. @ Blue Cross Arena – 7:30 PM
Nov. 30 – Fresno, Calif. @ Save Mart Center – 7:30 PM
Dec. 1 – Toledo, Ohio @ Huntington Center – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 1 – Sacramento, Calif. @ Golden 1 Center – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 2 – Buffalo, N.Y. @ KeyBank Center – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 2 – Ontario, Calif. @ Toyota Arena – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 3 – Toronto, Ontario @ Scotiabank Arena – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 3 – Phoenix, Ariz. @ Footprint Center – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 6 – Nashville, Tenn. @ Bridgestone Arena – 7:30 PM
Dec. 6 – Wichita, Kan. @ INTRUST Bank Arena – 7:30 PM
Dec. 7 – Knoxville, Tenn. @ Thompson-Boling Arena – 7:30 PM
Dec. 7 – Oklahoma City, Okla. @ Paycom Center – 7:30 PM
Dec. 8 – Columbia, S.C. @ Colonial Life Arena – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 8 – Ft Worth, Texas @ Dickies Arena – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 9 – Charlotte, N.C. @ Spectrum Center – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 9 – San Antonio, Texas @ AT&T Center – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 10 – Atlanta, Ga. @ Gas South Arena – 2:00 PM 7:30 PM
Dec. 10 – Houston, Texas @ Toyota Center – 2:30 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 13 – Raleigh, N.C. @ PNC Arena – 7:30 PM
Dec. 13 – New Orleans, La. @ Smoothie King Center – 7:30 PM
Dec. 14 – Washington, D.C. @ Capital One Arena – 7:30 PM
Dec. 14 – Memphis, Tenn. @ FedExForum – 7:30 PM
Dec. 15 – Hershey, Pa. @ Giant Center – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 15 – Tulsa, Okla. @ BOK Center – 7:30 PM
Dec. 16 – Pittsburgh, Pa. @ PPG Paints Arena – 2:30 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 16 – Kansas City, Mo. @ T-Mobile Center – 2:30 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 17 – Philadelphia, Pa. @ Wells Fargo Center – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 17 – St Louis, Mo. @ Enterprise Center – 2:30 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 20 – Elmont, N.Y. @ UBS Arena – 7:30 PM
Dec. 20 – Birmingham, Ala. @ BJCC – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 21 – Wilkes-Barre, Pa. @ Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza – 2:30 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 21 – Jacksonville, Fla. @ VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena – 7:30 PM
Dec. 22 – Cleveland, Ohio @ Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 22 – Orlando, Fla. @ Amway Center – 2:30 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 23 – Detroit, Mich. @ Little Caesars Arena – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 23 – Tampa, Fla. @ Amalie Arena – 2:30 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 26 – Grand Rapids, Mich. @ Van Andel Arena – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 26 – Indianapolis, Ind. @ Gainbridge Fieldhouse – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 27 – Milwaukee, Wis. @ Fiserv Forum – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 28 – Dayton, Ohio @ Nutter Center – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 28 – Chicago, Ill. @ Allstate Arena – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 29 – Cincinnati, Ohio @ Heritage Bank Center – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 30 – Columbus, Ohio @ Nationwide Arena – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dec. 30 – St. Paul, Minn. @ Xcel Energy Center – 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM

September 8, 2023

Excision To Play Buffalo RiverWorks and Madison Square Garden on 2024 Nexus Tour

DJ and producer Excision has announced his upcoming Nexus tour, hitting stops at Buffalo RiverWorks in Buffalo on March 19th and 20th, and New York City’s Madison Square Garden on March 22nd. The tour kicks off on December 22 and includes stops across the country from Tacoma, WA, to Boston, MA.

The tour follows Excision’s latest single “Bass To The Dome,” featuring Sullivan King. The song was released on August 25th with Subsidia Records, marking Excision’s seventh track release this year.

This is the biggest tour we’ve ever done, with over 50 dates, massive production, and an incredibly talented mix of artists joining us on every stop. I can’t wait to be able to reveal more. I’m excited to see all the Headbangers in their hometowns!
Jeff Abel, Excision

Tickets for the tour will be available beginning with an Artist Presale on Wednesday, September 6 with code “NEXUS”. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning Friday, September 8 at 10AM local time. More information is available at excision.ca.

EXCISION TOUR DATES

Sat Dec 22 – Chicago, IL – Navy Pier *

Sat Dec 30 – Stateline, NV – Tahoe Blue Event Center

Sun Dec 31 – Stateline, NV – Tahoe Blue Event Center

Fri Feb 02 – Tacoma, WA – The Thunderdome at Tacoma Dome

Sat Feb 03 – Tacoma, WA – The Thunderdome at Tacoma Dome

Sun Feb 04 – Tacoma, WA – The Thunderdome at Tacoma Dome

Fri Feb 09 – San Francisco, CA – Chase Center

Sat Feb 10 – San Francisco, CA – Bill Graham Civic Auditorium

Fri Feb 16 – Las Vegas, NV – High Roller at Downtown Las Vegas Events Center

Sat Feb 17 – Las Vegas, NV – High Roller at Downtown Las Vegas Events Center

Sun Feb 18 – Tucson, AZ – Tucson Arena

Mon Feb 19 – Albuquerque, NM – Revel Entertainment Center

Tue Feb 20 – Albuquerque, NM – Revel Entertainment Center

Wed Feb 21 – El Paso, TX – UTEP Don Haskins Center

Fri Feb 23 – Austin, TX – Moody Center

Sat Feb 24 – Houston, TX – 713 Music Hall

Sun Feb 25 – Houston, TX – 713 Music Hall

Fri Mar 01 – Vancouver, BC – Pacific Coliseum

Sat Mar 02 – Vancouver, BC – Pacific Coliseum

Fri Mar 08 – Minneapolis, MN – The Armory

Sat Mar 09 – Minneapolis, MN – The Armory

Thu Mar 14 – Toronto, ON – Venue & On Sale TBD

Fri Mar 15 – Toronto, ON – Venue & On Sale TBD

Sat Mar 16 – Montreal, QC – Place Bell

Tue Mar 19 – Buffalo, NY – Buffalo RiverWorks

Wed Mar 20 – Buffalo, NY – Buffalo RiverWorks

Fri Mar 22 – New York City, NY – UBS Arena

Sun Mar 24 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway

Tue Mar 26 – Detroit, MI – Masonic Temple Theatre

Wed Mar 27 – Cincinnati, OH – The Andrew J. Brady Music Center

Fri Mar 29 – Baltimore, MD – CFG Bank Arena

Sat Mar 30 – Baltimore, MD – CFG Bank Arena

Fri May 31 – Denver, CO – Mile High at Denver Coliseum Outdoors *

Sat June 01 – Denver, CO – Mile High at Denver Coliseum Outdoors *

Tue June 04 – Bonner, MT – KettleHouse Amphitheater

Thu Jun 06 – Boise, ID – Ford Idaho Center Amphitheatre

Sat Jun 08 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Great Saltair

Sun Jun 09 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Great Saltair

Fri Jun 21 – Irving, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory

Sat Jun 22 – Irving, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory

* Not a Live Nation date

+ MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED

September 6, 2023

Griselda Umbrella: Che Noir – A Lethal Emcee

A person can be defined by the types of questions they ask. An artist can be defined by the amount of times you have to rewind their song. Therefore, true artists like Che Noir do all that they can to discover information before asking for a helping hand. That way, they ensure that their question and respective response is worthwhile.

We’re not quite sure where Buffalo keeps plucking these different heavy hitter spitters from. Seemingly, everyone who receives a coveted placement on a Griselda Records-affiliated track deserves a rewind. Nevertheless, the difference between these Buffalo Kids and the rest of the hip-hop world involves their craftsmanship, sharp wit and humility.

Many Pieces Comprise an Empire

Every individual incorporated within the Griselda Records multiplex releases tunes through layered release patterns. The content receives clean fine-tuning, polishing, packaging and promotion.

Furthermore, it is downright magnificent to witness these artists couple words, schemes and multisyllabic patterns then just sit back, display humility and even raw shyness in their body language.

Che Noir’s mother shared wisdom with her at a very impressionable age. As time passed, these worldly gems began to stick to her ribs and the craft-sharpening accelerated. One of her first sold-out show checks went directly into studio equipment. As she continued to elevate, this buttery-smooth lyricist realized that the work she put in on her own could finally mesh with some legitimate colleagues.

A trend that we continue to hear about deals with the increasingly timid nature of individuals. Che Noir admitted herself that she had to shake the shyness off and pump her own brand heavily. Conquering interviews, freestyles, podcasts and most importantly booth work separates this quiet one who lets the bars holler loudest.

Certainly, everyone in the session believes in themselves but after these artists finish freestyling it is difficult for the audience to comprehend exactly what just took place. Che Noir’s music really drives home the intensity of her chosen sonics.

Run It Back & Rewind

Che Noir shatters any verse as the most interwoven Shea Butter Queen and a true testament to Buffalo legend DJ Shay. DJ Shay was one of the few engineers who refused to let emcee Che punch in. A lot of times artists will only rap up until a certain point – take a break – then punch in when they’re ready to rhyme again.

DJ Shay from around the way provided some of the fondest recording memories for Che Noir and several Buffalo members of the Griselda camp. His presence and ability to instill work ethic, confidence and skills specific to an artist speak volumes. Much of the reason why Che has great breath control, transitions and poised punchline timing can be attributed to DJ Shay.

“Humans are judged by their outcomes. The results determine the future. Low key it ain’t no such thing as the end, the end is just a new start. You start how you finish.”
AA Rashid

The most intriguing facet of Griselda and Che Noir in unison stems from their copious focus upon the artwork. Music is meant to elicit so many emotions, notably it is supposed to be timeless.

Medieval Hustle

The artwork for Che Noir’s project “The Thrill of the Hunt” series gives medieval behemoth vibes. It exists within the realm of David & Goliath or Attilla the Hun. She actually built the entire project around the artwork from top down.

The wordplay drives the art which extends the marketing as it all operates in a cyclical nature. Che is not selling her body or her image rather she is selling an experience gleaned from carefully-sculpted verses and evocative cover artwork.

Many people just want to release content as soon as it reaches finalization. Going through the process makes one realize full potential can be reached through patience and steady momentum.

Che Noir’s work with 38 Spesh has put her in a sweet spot where she doesn’t need to drop as soon as she records. Rather, she fits right into the circumstance where art and poetic movements lead to immaculate timing and wondrous works of discography.

Punchline Exploration

“Its all about your body language and learn to spell your ABCs.” –Che Noir

This simplistic line builds up a stellar stanza. Are you sturdy enough? Do you personify greatness? Are you outwardly social enough?

“Not equivalent to these ******* not bout they benjamins get my dividends up.” -Che Noir

This line isn’t particularly witty or clever. Its noteworthiness comes from the way she delivers it with a Big-Pun-Little-Italy-type syllabic combination.

“Never kept they word they expose themselves by their memory.” –Che Noir

This line symbolizes nostalgia and perspective. It can be interpreted in so many different ways. We took it as a nod to the notion that memories are the longest lasting moments in your own mind. People come and go, this pen will live forever.

“We playing chess it’s hard to move til you find a Queen.” -Che Noir

If this isn’t the most pure line you will hear..

Looking to be graced by her goodness? Catch Che Noir in Ann Arbor, Michigan on September 24th, 2023, her only announced show at this time.

September 4, 2023

Pink Talking Fish Announce December 2023 Tour with Giant Country Horns on Select Dates

Pink Talking Fish has mapped out the rest of 2023 with an extensive December tour, that brings the band from the east coast, with shows in Port Chester and Buffalo, before heading west with a New Years run in Denver. A pair of shows in December will also feature the legendary Giant Country Horns for a pair of shows with Pink Talking Fish.

After a run of shows in September and October, Pink Talking Fish will kick off December by bringing Phish’s horn section “The Giant Country Horns” out for 2 shows in Burlington VT and Keene NH. The Keene show is at The Colonial Theatre which is home to one of the more famous performances during the 1991 Phish Tour with The Giant Country Horns and became a Live Phish release.

A Midwest run starts in Buffalo at Buffalo Iron Works on December 13, and will then move through Ohio and end in Chicago IL, and following a holiday break, Pink Talking Fish will close out the year with a two-show run in Denver, CO on 12/30 and 12/31.

Pink Talking Fish Fall Tour

9/08: Syracuse NY at The Westcott Theater

9/09: Bedminster NJ at Fiddlefest

9/10: Weatogue CT at Talcott Mountain Collective

9/16: Morrisville VT at Oxbow Riverfront Park – Keep On Growing

9/22: Plymouth NH at The Flying Monkey – Dark Side Of The Moon 50^th Anniversary Celebration

9/23: Boston MA at The Paradise – 10-Year Anniversary Celebration

10/04: Washington DC at Pearl Street Warehouse

10/05: Waynesboro VA at The Foundry

10/06: Raleigh NC at Bowstring Brewyard

10/07: Charleston SC at The Pour House

10/08: Asheville NC at Salvage Station

10/14: Port Chester NY at The Capitol Theatre – This Must Be The Cirque

10/21: Ardmore PA at Ardmore Music Hall

10/27: East Greenwich RI at The Greenwich Odeum

10/28: Port Washington NY at Landmark On Main

Pink Talking Fish December Tour

12/01: Burlington VT at Higher Ground – w/ The Giant Country Horns

12/02: Keene NH at The Colonial Theatre – w/ The Giant Country Horns

12/09: Portland ME at The State Theatre

12/13: Buffalo NY at Buffalo Iron Works

12/14: Columbus OH at Woodlands Tavern

12/15: Covington KY at The Madison Theater

12/16: Chicago IL at Park West

12/30: Denver CO at So Many Roads Museum & Brewery

12/31: Denver CO at So Many Roads Museum & Brewery

September 3, 2023

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