NYS Music 2023

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  • Sarah McLachlan Announces “The Fumbling Towards Ecstasy Tour,” Stops in Lewiston and NYC

    Grammy and Juno-award winning artist Sarah McLachlan announces The Fumbling Towards Ecstasy 30th Anniversary Tour, live across North America next summer with special guest Feist.

    The 30-date run includes a stop at Artpark Mainstage Theater in Lewiston, as well as a stop at Radio City Music Hall.

    Sarah McLachlan is one of the most celebrated singer songwriters in entertainment with over 40 million albums sold worldwide. She has received three Grammy Awards and twelve Juno Awards over her career and has been inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.

    In addition to her personal artistic efforts, she founded the Lilith Fair tour, which showcased female musicians and brought over two million people together during its three-year run. Lilith Fair raised over $7 million for local and national charities and was the most successful all-female music event, launching the careers of numerous performers.

    Following Lilith Fair, Sarah was awarded the Elizabeth Cady Stanton Visionary Award for furthering the careers of women in music. In 2002, she founded the non-profit Sarah McLachlan School of Music which provides high quality music education and mentorship free to children and youth facing various barriers to access.

    Feist, special guest touring with Sarah, is an 11-time Juno Award-winning artist and has a Grammy-nominated album Multitudes. She sets her observation on the countless ways we seek out or deliberately hide from the truth: searching the natural world for portents and good omens, pulling tarot cards and masking our true emotions to spare our loved ones from pain. From a lyrical honesty that’s as confronting as it is unguarded, Feist writes of “A crucible of apex events that brought life to a new temperature.” and of “A new dimension of self awareness that time and experience seemed to require.”

    Her sixth full-length and first release since 2017’s critically lauded Pleasure, Multitudes took shape soon after the birth of her daughter and sudden death of her father, a back-to-back convergence of life-altering events that left the Canadian singer/songwriter with “Nothing performative in me anymore.” As she cleansed her songwriting of any tendency to obscure unwanted truths, Feist slowly made her way toward a batch of songs rooted in a raw and potent realism which is touched with otherworldly beauty. 

    At the completion of the developmental run of residencies and in turning to the task of creating the album in a bespoke residential studio in the California Redwoods, Feist produced alongside her frequent co-producers Mocky and Robbie Lackritz, with an ensemble including Todd Dahlhoff, Amir Yaghmai, Shahzad Ismaily (Lou Reed, Tom Waits) and Gabe Noel (Kendrick Lamar, Kamasi Washington) with guest appearances by Blake Mills (Bob Dylan, Perfume Genius) and longtime collaborator Chilly Gonzales.

    A supreme setting for her enchanting voice and all its manifestations, Multitudes unfolds with a near-symphonic grandeur despite its moments of absolute starkness, lending an endlessly mesmeric quality to Feist’s meditations on mortality and connection and the frenetic state of the human condition.

    “I think it’s interesting as an artist or as a human for that matter, to be able to go back and look at a postcard of a time in your life and reflect on it…I think this tour is going to be a real walk down memory lane for me, and I’m hoping that my audience, many of whom have been with me for 30 years, will also be able to go back in time with me.”

    Sarah McLachlan

    The summer tour celebrates McLachlan’s highly acclaimed third studio album, Fumbling Towards Ecstasy, which first released October 22, 1993 via Le Studio. The album quickly topped the charts in Canada and went certified platinum within a few weeks, selling over 3 million copies worldwide to date. Hit singles include “Possession,” “Hold On,” “Ice Cream,” and “Good Enough,” among others.

    The 30th anniversary tour will see McLachlan playing the beloved album in its entirety along with some of her most celebrated songs in iconic venues across North America, including the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, CA, Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, CO, Radio City Music Hall and many more.

    THE FUMBLING TOWARDS ECSTASY 30TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR 2024 TOUR DATES:

    Sat May 25 – Seattle, WA – Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery +

    Sun May 26 – Seattle, WA – Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery +

    Tue May 28 – Bend, OR – Hayden Homes Amphitheater +

    Thu May 30 – Berkeley, CA – Greek Theatre *+

    Fri May 31 – Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Bowl +

    Sat Jun 01– Palm Springs, CA – Acrisure Arena at Greater Palm Springs +

    Sun Jun 02 – San Diego, CA – The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park +

    Tue Jun 04 – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre +

    Thu Jun 06 – Salt Lake City, UT – USANA Amphitheatre +

    Fri Jun 07 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre *

    Sun Jun 09 – Kansas City, MO – Starlight Theatre +

    Mon Jun 10 – Maryland Heights, MO – Saint Louis Music Park +

    Tue Jun 11 – Chicago, IL – Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island +

    Thu Jun 13 – Sterling Heights, MI – Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill +

    Fri Jun 14 – Cincinnati, OH – PNC Pavilion +

    Sun Jun 16 – Indianapolis, IN – Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park +

    Tue Jun 18 – Lewiston, NY – Artpark Mainstage Theater +

    Wed Jun 19 – Toronto, ON – Budweiser Stage ^

    Thu Jun 20 – Laval, QC – Place Bell +

    Sat Jun 22 – Boston, MA – Leader Bank Pavilion +

    Sun Jun 23 – Bridgeport, CT – Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater +

    Mon Jun 24 – New York, NY – Radio City Music Hall +

    Wed Jun 26 – Philadelphia, PA – TD Pavilion at the Mann +

    Thu Jun 27 – Columbia, MD – Merriweather Post Pavilion +

    Sat Jun 29 – Nashville, TN – Ascend Amphitheater +

    Sun Jun 30 – Atlanta, GA – Cadence Bank Amphitheatre at Chastain Park +

    Tue Jul 02 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP +

    Wed Jul 03 – Irving, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory +

    Fri Jul 05 – Austin, TX – Moody Amphitheater +

    Sat Jul 06 – Sugar Land, TX – Smart Financial Centre +

    *Non-Live Nation Date

    + With Feist

    ^ With Allison Russell

    Tickets will be available starting with Artist and Citi presales (details below) beginning on Tuesday, December 12. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on-sale beginning on Friday, December 15 at 12 PM here.

    The tour will also offer a variety of different VIP packages and experiences for fans to take their concert experience to the next level. Packages vary but may include premium tickets, access to the pre-show soundcheck, autographed item, specially designed merch and more. For more information, click here.

    $1 per ticket will be donated to the non-profit Sarah McLachlan School of Music. The school provides music instruction at no cost to children and youth facing barriers to access. 

    For more information on Sarah McLachlan, visit her website, or follow her on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, or Instagram.

    For more information on Feist, visit her website.

  • In Focus: Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit Bring Classic Rock Sounds to Artpark

    Rock’s finest were on display on Aug. 5 at Artpark in Lewiston, as Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit took the stage, with S.G. Goodman opening. The band was touring in support of their recent release, Weathervanes.  

    It has been quite the journey for Jason Isbell. The former Drive By Truckers guitarist left the band in 2007 to pursue a solo career. He writes often about his sobriety journey that he started in 2012 in hopes of serving as an inspiration for others. He is often lauded as one of this generation’s best songwriters.   While performing with the 400 Unit, he is backed by Sadler Vaden (guitars), Derry DeBorja (keyboards, accordion), Chad Gamble (drums) and Will Johnson (guitar, percussion). Longtime 400 Unit bass-player Jimbo Hart sat this tour out due to personal reasons.

    Jason Isbell performs at the Artpark in Lewiston.

    The evening would open with a set by S.G. Goodman. Promptly at 8 pm Goodman’s bandmates took to the stage and jumped right in to the groovy “Work Until I Die.”  After a lengthy instrumental introduction, Goodman took to the stage and the song’s indie garage-rock sound took off.  Goodman, from Hickman, Kentucky, joked with the crowd between songs. “I’m sure by the sound of my voice, you can tell I’m not from around here,” she said with a laugh and a heavy southern accent. Goodman’s songwriting really shined, as she performed tracks like “Space and Time,” a song recently covered by Tyler Childers. As the set came to a close, Goodman paid tribute to Waylon Jennings, with a cover of “Waymore’s Blues.”

    S.G. Goodman performs at the Artpark in Lewiston.

    At promptly 9:10 the house lights dimmed and Isbell’s familiar anchor-dove logo illuminated above the stage. Moments later Isbell and his bandmates took the stage and immediately launched into the crunchy guitar riff of “When We Were Close,” a track chronicling Isbell’s friendship with the late Justin Townes Earle. The crowd quickly stood to their feet and their energy began to build like a pot of water coming to a boil, coming to a complete boil by the third song, “King of Oklahoma.” The powerful, anthemic song saw the audience sing back the song’s chorus in near deafening fashion.  

    Jason Isbell performs at the Artpark in Lewiston.

    As the evening moved on, Isbell’s strength as a song writer became more and more apparent. He has the ability to place the listener directly into the scene of the song, while singing songs dealing with not only his own personal struggles, but issues plaguing society as a whole. The song “Save the World” touches on the need for gun law reform, while “King of Oklahoma” tells the tale of the protagonist struggling with a painkiller addiction. Then, there are more personal songs to Isbell like “Cover Me Up” which addresses coming to sobriety, and Isbell grappling with his own mortality in “If We Were Vampires.”

    Sadler Vaden performs at the Artpark in Lewiston

    Isbell and his bandmates shined musically through out the evening as well, with Isbell and Vaden often trading guitar solos. Derry DeBorja added unique layers of sound with his keyboard and accordion playing. Perhaps the pinnacle moment of the evening was the band’s performance of “Miles.” The song, reminiscent of a Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young track, saw layers of sound build upon each other and featured dual percussion, with Gamble and Johnson both taking seats behind a kit. This only further drove the song’s intensity, which peaked with the crash of a gong.

    Jason Isbell performs at the Artpark in Lewiston

    Like all good things, this evening had to come to a close. The band closed with “This Ain’t It,” which saw Isbell and Vaden partaking in one last guitar solo dual, much to the crowd’s delight. It was a fitting way to close an evening of classic rock sounds.

    S.G. Goodman

    Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit

  • 4 Years Later and Young The Giant Returns to Buffalo

    Alternative indie band Young The Giant performed in both rain and shine at Artpark on June 13. The group has been off the road for the past four years and finally decided to come back to tour life this Summer. 

    Photo credit: Maddie McCafferty

    Indie artist Talk kicked off the rainy night in Lewiston and had people crowded around to hear his hit “Run Away to Mars.” German rock duo Milky Chance followed up their set just as skies began to clear. Starting as high school friends, Clemens Rehbein and Philipp Dausch have been making music together for years. They create this infectious energy on stage by constantly moving and switching instruments. They are able to liven up a crowd effortlessly as shown when they performed “Stolen Dance.” 

    Photo credit: Maddie McCafferty

    Later on in the evening Young the Giant took the stage. The band consists of Sameer Gadhia, Jacob Tilley, Eric Cannata, Payam Doostzadeh, and Francois Comtois. The group finally got to play tracks off of their 2022 album American Bollywood live for the first time. An album that explores the preservation of cultural identity while simultaneously assimilating to a new country. 

    Photo credit: Maddie McCafferty

    Frontman Sameer utilizes dreamlike lighting matched with cinematic visuals to take the audience through the journey of the human experience. Throughout their set the band would take a break to show optimistic and storytelling displays. This made the Young The Giant show feel like a journey the audience got to endure. 

    Photo credit: Maddie McCafferty

    With five studio albums under their belt Young The Giant has plenty of music in the discography to perform. However, they don’t shy away from playing their oldies such as “Cough Syrup” and “Mind Over Matter.” One song in particular that really wooed the crowd was their closing performance of “My Body.” This age-old hit has broken records for a reason because people have no choice but to dance. This was no exception either at that night in Buffalo.  

    Photo credit: Maddie McCafferty

    This Summer concert series at Artpark is something you don’t want to miss. Michael Franti & Spearhead will be there June 21 and My Morning Jacket performs June 26. Get tickets here.

    Photo credit: Maddie McCafferty

    Setlist: American Bollywood, Wake Up, Something to Believe In, Cough Syrup, My Way, Apartment, Nothing’s Over, The Walk Home, Dollar $tore, Cult of Personality, Heat of the Summer, Tonight, Mind Over Matter, Dancing In The Rain, 

    Encore: Metropolis, Superposition, Tightrope, Silvertongue, My Body

  • Rock Legends Styx Deliver Epic Performance at Artpark

    On Friday, June 2, renowned rock band Styx graced the stage at Artpark in Lewiston, NY, delivering an unforgettable evening of music and nostalgia. The venue was packed to the brim, with an excited crowd eagerly awaiting the start of the show. Despite a brief ten-minute sprinkle of rain, the weather gods smiled upon us as the downpour held off, setting the stage for an extraordinary concert experience.

    Jet Black Roses
    Jet Black Roses

    The night began with an opening act called Jet Black Roses. They set the tone with their high-energy performance. Their melodic tunes and captivating stage presence effectively warmed up the audience, preparing them for the main event.

    As the lights dimmed, a palpable sense of anticipation filled the air, and Styx burst onto the stage with a powerful rendition of “To Those”. Immediately capturing the hearts of the crowd. Styx wasted no time in launching into their arsenal of classic hits, delivering a charged and electric performance that showcased their exceptional musicianship and undeniable showmanship.

    The setlist for the evening was a carefully curated mix of beloved favorites and hidden gems, each song met with roaring applause and enthusiastic sing-alongs from the captivated audience. Timeless classics like “Blue Collar Man (Long Nights)” and “The Grand Illusion” transported fans back to an era filled with memories, while still resonating with a fresh and contemporary edge. It was a testament to Styx’s enduring legacy and their ability to connect with fans of all ages.

    Frontman Lawrence Gowan effortlessly commanded the stage throughout the night, his vocals soaring with power and emotion. Whether belting out the iconic chorus of “Come Sail Away” or delivering a soul-stirring rendition of “Lady,” Gowan’s performance was nothing short of mesmerizing. He even took a moment to showcase his own repertoire with a solo performance of “A Criminal Mind,” leaving the audience in awe and showering him with well-deserved praise.

    The band’s energy remained unwavering during the two-and-a-half-hour spectacle. Guitarist Tommy Shaw unleashed blistering solos and infectious riffs that ignited the crowd, while the rock-solid rhythm section of bassist Ricky Phillips and drummer Todd Sucherman provided a sturdy foundation for Styx’s dynamic sound. The band’s impeccable harmonies and instrumental prowess were on full display during epic tracks like “Crystal Ball” and “Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man).”

    As the concert reached its crescendo, a thunderous roar of applause filled the air as Styx delved into their final songs. The encore, comprising the iconic “Mr. Roboto” and the timeless anthem “Renegade,” left the audience exhilarated and yearning for more.

    In conclusion, Styx’s concert at Artpark was an extraordinary experience. The band’s timeless music, coupled with their exceptional stage presence, created an electric atmosphere that had the crowd on their feet throughout the entire performance. Despite a packed venue and a brief encounter with rain, the night proceeded flawlessly, leaving concertgoers with indelible memories. Styx once again demonstrated why they are revered as one of the greatest rock bands of all time, and their performance in Lewiston, NY, will undoubtedly be remembered as a pinnacle moment in their illustrious career.

  • Noah Kahan Brings Stick Season to Artpark 

    Popular folk artist Noah Kahan began his Stick Season tour for a sold out crowd at Artpark on May 26. This tour is celebrating Noah’s third studio album Stick Season which was released at the end of 2022. 

    Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty

    Opener Joy Oladokun kicked off the night with her mix of R&B, folk, and rock tunes. Her influences as a queer woman of color has given her powerful lyrics and connective albums a new meaning. Joy converted new fans that night as she spent her set connecting and singing with people about mental health. 

    Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty

    Noah later took the stage with his whimsical visuals and groovy band members. The group first played the popular hit “All My Love” which immediately had fans hyped up. Despite this being the Stick Season tour he brought back his roots when playing classics off his old EP Cape Elizabeth. These included “Glue Myself Shut,” and “Maine.” 

    Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty

    Addressing Mental Health

    Noah is no stranger to mental health issues. In fact he not only writes about it in his songs but even discusses it on stage with countless people listening. That night at Artpark he talked with everyone how important therapy is and being okay with asking for help. Noah helps break the stigmatization around metal health issues and alcohol abuse. After his heavy hitting speech he sang “Growing Sideways” which examines the distraught feeling of being stuck.  

    Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty

    The artist took a moment on stage to play some acoustic songs which brought an ease over the crowd. Fans really became excited though when Noah played several tracks off his unreleased deluxe edition of Stick Season including “No Complaints” and “Dial Drunk.”

    This night was special for Noah Kahan considering it was the first time he was playing certain songs live and the start of a tour that is about to sweep the nation. His music discography has already left a mark on the internet space but his live show is what will make people coming back for more. 

    Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty

    Artpark’s Summer concert series is a must see for both the music and the environment. Make sure to check out upcoming shows here. Young The Giant is coming June 13 and Michael Franti & Spearhead perform June 21. 

    Setlist: All My Love, Everywhere Everything, She Calls Me Back, False Confidence, New Perspective, No Complaints, Glue Myself Shut, Growing Sideways, Maine, Northern Attitude, Dial Drunk, Carlo’s Song, You’re Gonna Go Far, Orange Juice, Homesick, The View Between Villages, Stick Season, Mess 

  • Artpark’s 50th Season Summer Concert Lineup

    The 2023 Artpark Summer Concert lineup promises a wide range of live performances for the summer season. 2023 marks Artpark’s 50th season of unforgettable live performances, art, and culture. Located in Lewiston, NY, just north of Buffalo on the Niagara River, the venue houses one of the state’s largest stages, and an amphitheater voted one of the top 100 Amitheaters Worldwide by Pollstar.

    Artpark’s 50th show will celebrate 50 years of creativity and excellence. Over 110 days of summer, Artpark’s season will showcase the natural beauty and cultural legacy of the Niagara Gorge. Artists from far and wide will engage audiences in a multifarious conversation all summer long.

    Artpark opened in 1974, originally owned and operated by New York State until the early 1990s, when it became independently owned by the non-profit Artpark and Company. Initially, the venue was an experiment with artist-public interaction, commissioning some of the most avant-garde art of its day. Today, Artpark hosts over 150 events attended by over 150,000 visitors on their 150+ acres of land. Their facilities include a mainstage theater that seats 2,400 people indoors and 2,000 people on the lawn, in addition to an outdoor amphitheater atop the Niagara River Gorge.

    Mt. Joy – May 25

    Mt. Joy, a Philadelphia-based quintet, takes their name from a rural town in southwest Pennsylvania. The group surpassed half a billion streams over the past four years through their widely successful alternative and indie rock albums, their most recent Orange Blood. The group has been highly acclaimed from NPR, Billboard, RollingStone, The Line of Best Fit, and more.

    Noah Kahan – May 26

    Noah Kahan, a Vermont-based singer-songwriter has achieved over one billion streams through his two full length albums Busyhead and I Was/I Am, EP Cape Elizabeth, and Gold Certified song “Hurt Somebody” feat. Julia Miachaels. Additionally, Kahan is partnering with PLUS1 to ensure $1 of each ticket goes toward mental health organizations.

    STYX – June 2

    Artpark is just one stop on the STYX 2023 World Tour. STYX, a Chicago-based rock band and one of the most popular rock groups in the 1970s and early 1980s will perform well over four decades of hits.

    Rainbow Kitten Surprise – June 7

    A mix of jam and indie, Rainbow Kitten Surprise has received well over one billion streams since their 2013 debut. The band has been acclaimed by Billboard, TIME, Vice, and NPR, who commend their unique sound. Additionally, Rainbow Kitten Surprise will partner with PLUS1 to ensure that $1 per ticket will support local food banks.

    Young The Giant with Milky Chance – June 13

    Since their start in 2004, Young The Giant have released countless alternative hits. Their 2023 tour includes their newest album, American Bollywood, their first release in four years. “The Walk Home,” their most recent single, has quickly become a hit amongst alternative listeners. Milky Chance, a German rock group largely recognized for their hit single “Stolen Chance” amongst others.

    Michael Franti & Spearhead – June 21

    Artpark is just one stop in Michael Franti & Spearhead’s Big Big Love Tour. Michael Franti, a highly successful musician, activist, hotel owner, and award-winning film maker, has had a widely successful multi-decade career. Franti’s high-energy shows and inspiring music have earned him three Billboard No. 1’s, six Top 30 Hot AC Singles, 10 Top 25 AAA Singles, and three Billboard Top 5 Rock Albums.

    My Morning Jacket – June 26

    Each of My Morning Jacket’s nine studio albums have received Grammy Award nominations for ‘Best Alternative Album.’ Their 2020 single “Feel You” made history, reaching #1 at Triple A radio outlets across the country, and on Billboard’s “Adult Alternative Songs” chart.

    The Australian Pink Floyd Show – June 28

    The Australian Pink Floyd Show brings the magic of Pink Floyd to life through The Darkside 50 Tour, a celebration of the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd’s classic, The Dark Side of the Moon. Additionally, the show will include state-of-the-art lighting and video, pinpoint lasers, and signature gargantuan inflatables.

    Barenaked Ladies – July 11

    The Toronto-based quartet will perform at Artpark for their Last Summer on Earth Tour. Over the past 35 years, Barenaked Ladies have sold 15 million records worldwide, considered one of the best live acts in the world. Their signature hits such as “One Week,” “Pinch Me,” and “The Big Bang Theory Theme” have won them eight JUNO Awards, and secured their spot in the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 2018.

    Lauren Daigle – July 14

    Lauren Daigle, a contemporary Christian singer-songwriter has achieved Billboard Top Christian Album charts ever since her debut album How Can it Be in 2015. Daigle’s well-received albums and singles have earned her two Grammy Awards, seven GMA Dove Awards, five Billboard Music Awards, and two American Music awards.

    Larkin Poe with the Allman Betts Band – July 27

    Larkin Poe’s gritty, soulful sound is the product of sisters Rebecca and Megan Lovell’s Southern heritage, originally from Atlanta and currently residing in Nashville. The sisters have been highly regarded by Billboard, NPR, and other notable publications as the new faces of blues rock. The Allman Betts Band, an internationally recognized rock group, will perform their two hit albums, Down to the River and Bless Your Heart.

    Orville Peck – August 1

    Orville Peck’s Bronco Tour will grace Artpark with Peck’s deeply personal lyrics and theatric stage presence. Peck, known for captivating audiences through his voice and songwriting, recalls the golden age of country through his performances.

    Richard Marx with Yacht Rock Revue – August 10

    Richard Marx, a professional singer-songwriter for 35 years and counting, has sold over 30 million albums worldwide. Based in Chicago, Marx has written a No. 1 single in each of the last 4 decades, and has written songs for a plethora of notable artists, including Barbara Streisand, Keith Urban, Kenny Rogers, Celine Dion, Josh Groban, and many others. Additonally, Yacht Rock Revue will perform their 70s and 80s inspired yaucht rock.

    Whiskey Myers – August 20

    Since their 2007 debut, Whiskey Myers have sold over 1.65 million albums and accumulated over 2.25 billion streams, earning six RIAA Gold & Platinum certifications. The Texas-based band is known for their genre-bending, high-energy live shows and unique blend of Southern rock and gritty country.

    Pixies and Modest Mouse – August 28

    Pixies, known for their signature “loudquietloud” sound and quirky, catchy melodies, have defined the alternative genre. Acclaimed as the most influential band of the late 80s alt/rock movement, Pixies have influenced many notable artists including Nirvana, Peal Jam, Radiohead, the Strokes, and Weezer. Their simultaneously electrifying and lo-fi sound, paired with their improvisation, ensures that each Pixie show is one-of-a-kind. Modest Mouse, based in Portland, will perform their most recent album, The Golden Casket amongst their greatest hits.

    Artpark Mainstage Theater Concerts

    The Avett Brothers – May 21

    Since their 2009 debut, The Avett Brothers have become three time GRAMMY Award nominees and inductees to the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame. The critically acclaimed folk rock group’s hit albums and singles have scored grammy nominations, making their way to the top of Billboard’s Top Albums, Billboard’s Top 200, and more.

    Buddy Guy – June 10

    Hall of Fame inductee and American treasure Buddy Guy will perform at Artpark for The Damn Right Farewell Tour. At age 86, the rock legend’s widely successful career will be celebrated through performances of his classic hits. Guy has received 8 GRAMMY Awards, a Lifetime Achievement GRAMMY Award, 38 Blues Music Awards, and the Presidential National Medal of Arts, amongst others.

    Ben Folds – June 16

    Ben Folds, one of our generation’s major music influencers, will perform music from his new collection, What Matters Most. The album, an examination of the tragic and absurd, gratitude and lss, marks Fold’s first new studio release in eight years. Additionally, $1 of each ticket will support Ben’s Keys For Kids initiative.

    July 8 – Tori Amos

    Tori Amos will perform at Artpark amidst her Ocean to Ocean Tour, following a sold-out world tour in 2022. Amos will perform alongside bassist Jon Evans and drummer Ash Soan, renowned throughout the UK.

    RAIN: A Tribute to the Beatles – July 16

    One of the most notorious rock bands of all time lives on through RAIN, the next best thing to seeing The Beetles. The performance will transport audiences back in time through a theatrical, mind-blowing performance.

    Jason Isbell l& The 400 Unit – August 5

    Since his 2013 debut, Jason Isbell has established himself as one of the most notable songwriters of his generation. Jason Isbell & The 400 Unit will perform their latest album Georgia Blue, along with other Grammy-winning hits for a night of Americana music.

    Parker McCollum – August 17

    Parker McCollum’s Sumer Tour will stop at Artpark for an unforgettable night of country music. McCollum, singer-songwriter and multinstrumentalist, has recently gained recognition as ACM’s 2022 Male Artist of the Year, earned the CMT Award for ‘Breakthrough Video of the Year,’ and a 2022 CMA Award Nomination.

    Alvvays and Alex G – September 1

    Alvvays, a widely recognized alternative indie band based in Toronto, will perform at Artpark amidst their tour across North America and Europe. Additonally, Alex G, an indie-rock musician and singer-songwriter will perform his signature lo-fi pop.

    New Music in the Park

    Jeremy Dutcher – July 7

    Jeremy Dutcher, a classically trained operatic tenor and composer, will perform music that incorporates his Wolstoq First Nation roots. Dutcher creates something entirely new through his combination of classical, traditional and pop.

    Third Coast Percussion – July 9

    Third Coast Percussion, The GRAMMY Award-winning, Chicago-based percussion quartet, invites listeners to embark on an exciting musical adventure. Known for their elegant performances, Third Coast Percussion will perform virtuosic pieces written by many iconic music creators.

    L’Oiseau: Guided Walking-Concert Along the Niagra Gorge – July 13

    L’Oisseau will explore the intersection of art, nature, and human expression through their immersive concert installation. The concert, a guided walking set will explore a plethora of contemporary composers.

    CS4: Philip Glass String Quartets – July 20

    Violinist Chase Spruill will lead CS4, an all-Glass program, through a celebration of 30 years of compositions by Philip Glass. The performance will include the US premiere of Glass’s String Quartet No. 9, “King Lear,” amongst others.

    Jacob Bacon Quintet

    The Jacob Bacon Quintet, consisting of the finest jazz artists and composers in the region, is a modern jazz quintet. The quintet will their own original compositions in celebration of the release of their first recording.

    LUX: Vivaldi Redefined The Four Seasons – August 13

    Vivaldi Redefined will form a bridge between the natural world and technocratic future through an exploration of Vivaldi’s most radical work. LUX, an immersive orchestra project, reimagines the symphonic concert experience.

    Tickets and more information are available here.

  • Live Nation’s $25 All-In Concert Week Returns, Deals on Shows at SPAC, St. Joseph’s, Artpark and many more

    Live Nation has announced the return of its annual “Concert Week” promotion. The promotion offers fans a chance to purchase tickets to some of the hottest concerts happening this year for the decent price of $25. This year, concert week falls between May 10th to May 16th and you’ll find plenty of shows across New York State with this deal, including at SPAC, St. Joseph’s Amphitheatre, Artpark, KeyBank Center, Darien Lake, and more.

    The limited-time ticket offer includes over 300 of today’s biggest acts across a wide variety of genres, including hip-hop, country, Latin, R&B, metal, pop, rock, K-pop, electronic, comedy and more.

    Artists included in the Live Nation Concert Week range from 5 Seconds of Summer, Beck & Phoenix, Bebe Rexha, Big Time Rush, Don Toliver, Fall Out Boy, Janet Jackson, Kountry Wayne, Larry June, Maroon 5, Marca MP, Shania Twain, Snoop Dogg, VALLEY and many more. Concert Week features live events across all venue sizes – from clubs and theaters, to amphitheaters and arenas.

    Fans can visit LiveNation.com/ConcertWeek to see the full list of participating events. Once they’ve selected a show, they should look for the ticket type labeled “Concert Week Promotion,” add the ticket(s) to their cart and proceed to checkout. Fans can filter their search on LiveNation.com/ConcertWeek by participating events, venues, or artists. While on the website, fans can also set the location to the closest city and the site will refresh to only include participating shows nearby.

    The general on-sale for Live Nation Concert Week will begin on Wednesday, May 10th, at 10 AM ET through Thursday, May 16th, at 11:59 PM, or while supplies last at LiveNation.com/ConcertWeek.

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    Big Time Rush (Getty Images)

    Participating shows at Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC)

    TLC 06/16/2023

    Dermot Kennedy 06/19/2023

    Tedeschi Trucks Band 07/01/2023

    Tears For Fears 07/02/2023

    Big Time Rush 07/03/2023

    Counting Crows 07/05/2023

    Goose 07/07/2023

    Garbage 07/08/2023

    Kidz Bop Kids 07/09/2023

    Jason Aldean 07/16/2023

    Gov’t Mule 07/28/2023

    Matchbox Twenty 07/30/2023

    Foreigner 08/01/2023

    The Chicks 08/06/2023

    Goo Goo Dolls 08/08/2023

    Zac Brown Band 8/13/2023

    Brit Floyd 8/22/2023

    Pentatonix 08/23/2023

    Eric Church 08/24/2023

    Lynyrd Skynyrd 09/08/2023

    Outlaw Music Festival 09/15/2023

    Killer Queen 09/16/2023

    Participating artists celebrating Concert Week at JMA Wireless Dome

    Elvis Costello & the Imposters 07/08/2023

    Def Leppard & Mötley Crüe: The World Tour 08/05/2023

    Participating artists celebrating Concert Week at Warsaw, Brooklyn

    Lankum 07/28/2023

    Participating artists celebrating Concert Week at Landmark Theatre

    Encanto: The Sing-Along Film Concert 10/20/2023

    Participating artists celebrating Concert Week at St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater

    Luke Bryan 06/15/2023

    Falling in Reverse 06/30/2023

    Counting Crows 07/01/2023

    Kidz Bop Kids 07/16/2023

    Matchbox Twenty 07/29/2023

    Mudvayne 08/01/2023

    Godsmack 08/03/2023

    Pantera 08/08/2023

    Zac Brown Band 08/11/2023

    Disturbed 08/12/2023

    Goo Goo Dolls 08/16/2023

    Yellowcard 08/17/2023

    Ghost 08/18/2023

    Parker McCollum 08/19/2023

    Pentatonix 08/24/2023

    Sam Hunt 08/25/2023

    Foreigner 09/02/2023

    Shinedown 09/13/2023

    Participating shows in Western New York

    Brooks & Dunn at KeyBank Center: May 13, 2023

    Bryan Adams at KeyBank Center: June 13, 2023

    Ben Folds at ARTPARK – Amphitheater : June 16, 2023

    Luke Bryan at Darien Lake Amphitheater: June 16, 2023

    Thomas Rhett at KeyBank Center: July 6, 2023

    Kidz Bop Kids at Darien Lake Amphitheater: July 14, 2023

    Sam Hunt at Darien Lake Amphitheater: July 15, 2023

    Foreigner at Darien Lake Amphitheater: July 28, 2023

    Culture Club at Darien Lake Amphitheater: July 29, 2023

    Outlaw Music Festival at Darien Lake Amphitheater: July 30, 2023

    Matchbox Twenty at Darien Lake Amphitheater: August 1, 2023

    Regina Spektor at Kodak Center: August 1, 2023

    Orville Peck at ARTPARK – Amphitheater: August 1, 2023

    Jelly Roll at Darien Lake Amphitheater: August 3, 2023

    Fall Out Boy at Darien Lake Amphitheater: August 04, 2023

    Jason Isbell at ARTPARK – Amphitheater: August 5, 2023

    Godsmack at Darien Lake Amphitheater: August 6, 2023

    Pantera at Darien Lake Amphitheater: August 9, 2023

    Nickelback at Darien Lake Amphitheater: August 16, 2023

    Parker McCollum at ARTPARK – Amphitheater : August 17, 2023

    The Offspring at Darien Lake Amphitheater: August 20, 2023

    All American Rejects at Darien Lake Amphitheater: August 21, 2023

    ODESZA at Darien Lake Amphitheater: September 1, 2023

    Ray LaMontagne at Kodak Center: September 22, 2023

    Lewis Black at Kodak Center: October 13, 2023

    See a list of participating NY venues here

  • Jason Isbell & The 400 Unit Announce Tour Dates At Artpark, Capitol Theatre, The Paramount

    Grammy-Award winners Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit has announced the upcoming release of their eighth album, Weathervanes, along with a brand new North American tour. 

    Written and produced by Isbell, Weathervanes features 13 brand new tracks. “Death Wish,” the debut release from the collection, is available now. Weathervanes is a collection of grown-up songs: Songs about adult love, about change, about the danger of nostalgia and the interrogation of myths, about cruelty and regret and redemption. Some will make you cry alone in your car and others will make you sing along with thousands of strangers in a big summer pavilion, united in the great miracle of being alive. Isbell is a storyteller at the peak of his craft, observing his fellow wanderers, looking inside and trying to understand, reducing a universe to four minutes.

    “There is something about boundaries on this record,” said Isbell. “As you mature, you still attempt to keep the ability to love somebody fully and completely while you’re growing into an adult and learning how to love yourself.”

    Jason Isbell

    Weathervanes was recorded at Nashville’s Blackbird Studio and features Jason Isbell’s Grammy-winning band, The 400 Unit. Special guests include GRAMMY winner Amanda Shires and harmonicist Mickey Raphael, with background vocals on “If You Insist“ by renowned producer and engineer Sylvia Massy & Ian Rickard and Strings on “Death Wish” by Morgan O’Shaughnessey. 

    Also announced today, Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit will be hitting the road throughout the summer, including a show at Artpark Mainstage Theater in Lewiston on August 5.

    Tickets are on sale now via the band’s website.

    Jason Isbell & The 400 Unit 2023 Tour

    3/1 Calgary, AB Jack Singer Concert Hall

    3/2 Edmonton, AB Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium

    3/4 Kelowna, BC Kelowna Community Theatre

    3/5 Vancouver, BC Queen Elizabeth Theatre

    3/6 Victoria, BC Royal Theatre

    3/8 Boise, ID Morrison Center

    3/9 Jackson Hole, WY Jackson Hole Center for the Arts

    3/10 Bozeman, MT The Elm

    3/11 Billings, MT Alberta Bair Theater

    3/12 Rapid City, SD The Monument – Fine Arts Theatre

    3/14 Joliet, IL Rialto Square Theatre

    3/15 Joliet, IL Rialto Square Theatre

    4/5 Sydney, AUS Enmore Theatre (with Allison Russell)

    4/6 Melbourne, AUS Palais Theatre (with Allison Russell)

    4/8 Tyagarah, NSW Bluesfest

    4/22 Miramar Beach, FL Moon Crush: Seascape Beach Resort

    4/28 Cincinnati, OH Andrew J Brady Music Center

    4/29 Cincinnati, OH Andrew J Brady Music Center

    4/30 Scaly Mountain, NC Bear Shadow Music Festival

    5/2 Omaha, NE Orpheum Theater

    5/3 Morrison, CO Red Rocks Amphitheatre

    5/4 Morrison, CO Red Rocks Amphitheatre

    5/6 Salina, KS Stiefel Theatre

    5/7 Lubbock, TX Helen DeVitt Jones Theater at The Buddy Holly Hall

    5/9 Dallas, TX The Factory in Deep Ellum

    5/11 Austin, TX Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater

    5/12 Austin, TX Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater

    5/13 Austin, TX Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater

    5/14 Little Rock, AR The Hall

    6/15 Fayetteville, AR JJ’s Live (with Adeem The Artist)

    6/16 Kansas City, MO Boulevardia

    6/18 Indianapolis, IN WonderRoad Festival

    6/22 LaGrange, GA Sweetland Amphitheatre

    6/23 Birmingham, AL Avondale Brewing Company

    6/24 Birmingham, AL Avondale Brewing Company

    6/25 Ann Arbor, MI A2SF

    6/29 Palo Alto, CA Frost Amphitheater

    6/30 Quincy, CA High Sierra Music Festival

    7/1 Bend, OR Hayden Homes Amphitheater

    7/2 Canby, OR Clackamas County Fairgrounds

    7/4 Bonner, MT KettleHouse Amphitheater

    7/5 Seattle, WA Woodland Park Zoo

    7/6 Spokane, WA Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox

    7/9 Dillon, CO Dillon Amphitheater

    7/11 Tempe, AZ Marquee Theatre

    7/14 Los Angeles, CA Greek Theatre

    7/15 Paso Robles, CA Vina Robles Amphitheatre

    7/16 Las Vegas, NV Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas

    7/26 Harrisburg, PA Riverfront Park

    7/27 Boston, MA Roadrunner ~

    7/28 Port Chester, NY The Capitol Theatre ~

    7/31 Huntington, NY The Paramount

    8/1 New Brunswick, NJ State Theatre New Jersey

    8/2 Washington, D.C. Wolf Trap

    8/4 Toronto, ON Massey Hall

    8/5 Lewiston, NY Artpark Mainstage Theater

    8/8 Richmond, VA Brown’s Island

    8/9 Salem, VA Salem Civic Center

    8/12 St Augustine, FL The St. Augustine Amphitheatre

    8/13 North Myrtle Beach, SC House of Blues