NYS Music 2024

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  • Rebecca Karpen Finds Closure In Her New Single “23”

    Indie artist Rebecca Karpen has released a new single “23” that deals with finding closure and moving on, streaming now. 

    NYC-based singer and songwriter Rebecca Karpen has been making music for the past 10 years that blends her outstanding vocals and distinctive songwriting. In her new acoustic, sentimental and melancholy single “23”, Rebecca shared that her song is a means of finding closure after being psychologically abused by her mentor during college, the effects of which almost cost her life as she inadvertently neglected her health. “I have never felt as free as I did after completing this song,  and I hope that you find something of meaning for yourselves in it.”

    “23” can be interpreted as a genuinely personal piece of work about a traumatizing experience. Rebecca added that “grief is a really weird thing because we never entirely stop grieving, we just gradually stop letting it control us and allow it to disappear, piece by piece, into the recesses of our minds. It doesn’t leave, so occasionally, something will be a bit of a jump scare and drag this fear and pain up again suddenly and it makes it incredibly difficult to live your life outside of the fear of encountering this horrible sense of dread again”. 

    After not being able to cope for a while, she found the best and only way to cope and move on was to speak about her isolating and overwhelming experience hence she wrote “23”. “I was fighting a war against someone who wasn’t there any longer and it still felt like I was losing. I was angry and frustrated because it felt like this other person who had caused so much destruction and ruined my life, had caused me to neglect my own health out of stress, was able to steal away without any consequence for what they had inflicted, while I just needed to deal with it alone as the people closest to me struggled to understand if my rage was warranted or just me speaking from a place of anger and vilifying someone none of them had ever met.” Rebecca added.

    It usually takes a while for someone to get the clarity that they need, as it took Rebecca about 3 years to finish writing “23”, a song reflecting on still being haunted by someone who couldn’t be more physically absent in their world, yet mentally and emotionally ubiquitous. Although her single might sound dark and appear tragic, in a weird way, “23” gave Rebecca peace. “I think it allowed me to get the closure  I needed and find the words to describe something I had been incapable of processing or articulating for years and now that I could tell this story, I didn’t feel chained to it anymore. It actually freed me from this person’s hold in recording it.” The newly released single was a moment of triumph for the singer and she doesn’t think she’s ever been so nervous and so passionate about any song she’s ever released. 

    Accompanied with the new single, Rebecca also teased to her fans that she’s working on her debut album “Edelweiss, Or Soundtrack to a Nervous Breakdown”, that could potentially release next year, and fans should be on lookout for new singles coming out later this year.

    “23” from Rebecca Karopen is available to stream everywhere. And for more information about the singer, fans can visit here.

  • Barry Manilow Sets Record for Most Lifetime Concert Performances at Radio City Music Hall

    MSG Entertainment announced that Barry Manilow set the record for the most lifetime concert performances at Radio City Music Hall with his 42nd lifetime show on Saturday, April 20.

    Barry Manilow at Radio City

    As part of the show, the Radio City Rockettes presented Manilow with a custom plaque commemorating his incredible achievement. Barry Manilow first played the iconic venue on October 30, 1984. In May 2023, he began his ongoing show residency at the venue, performing five sold-out shows from May 31 to June 4, 2023, and five additional sold-out shows from April 17-21, 2024. Due to overwhelming demand, Manilow recently announced he will continue his residency with five additional consecutive nights from October 9-13, 2024, marking his 44-48 lifetime performances at the venue and bringing the ongoing residency total to 15 shows.

    Barry Manilow is a GRAMMY, Tony, and Emmy Award-winning music icon whose success is a benchmark in popular music. Having sold more than 85 million records worldwide, he is one of the all-time best-selling recording artists. The multi-award-winning musician has had an astonishing 51 Top 40 singles, including 12 number-one hits and 27 Top 10 hits. Some of these hits include “Mandy,” “I Write the Songs,” “Looks Like We Made It,” “Can’t Smile Without You,” and “Copacabana (At the Copa).”

    “Radio City Music Hall is one of the greatest venues in the world,” said Barry Manilow. “What a thrill and an honor to receive this distinction.”

    For nearly a century, Radio City Music Hall has been home to world’s biggest artists. We are pleased to celebrate Barry Manilow, a native New Yorker and one of the greatest performers of all time, and look forward to welcoming him back for more record-setting shows this October.

    Josephine Vaccarello, Executive Vice President, Live, MSG Entertainment.

    Tickets for Barry Manilow’s upcoming shows at Radio City are on sale now.

  • Cypress Hill Blazes Through Brooklyn Steel Ahead of 4/20 Celebration

    On April 19, Cypress Hill hit Brooklyn Steel for their “We Legalized It 2024 Tour.” The show was the second stop on their tour, with Souls of Mischief and The Pharcyde performing as the opening acts. The timing couldn’t have been better, coming right before the weed holiday, 4/20.

    B-Real

    The night kicked off with Souls of Mischief and The Pharcyde getting the crowd pumped up. But when Cypress Hill took the stage, the energy went through the roof. They played hits, like “Hand on the Pump,” “Tequila Sunrise” and “Latin Lingo,” getting everyone hyped.

    The highlight of the night was when Cypress Hill did a special weed-themed melody, mixing songs like “Roll it Up, Light it Up,” “I Wanna Get High,” and “Dr. Greenthumb.” It was the perfect way to get everyone in the mood for 4/20.

    The Pharcyde

    Cypress Hill are pioneers in the movement for weed legalization. For years, their music has been synonymous with cannabis culture, advocating for its decriminalization and celebrating its medicinal properties. Now, as New York joins the growing list of states where weed is legal, Cypress Hill’s message feels more relevant than ever. Their music has been a soundtrack for the fight for legalization, and now, as the law changes, their influence continues to be felt. It’s a testament to their impact on both music and society as a whole.

    Cypress Hill

    Setlist: Cock the Hammer, Real Estate, Hand on the Pump, When the Shit Goes Down, A to the K, Phuncky Feel One, Tequila Sunrise, Low Rider, Latin Lingo, Stoned is the Way, Roll It Up, Light It Up, I Wanna Get High, Dr Greenthumb, Cisco Kid, Dr Greenthumb, Hits From the Bong, Illusions, Boom Biddy Bye Bye, Throw ya Set, Ain’t Going Out, How I Could Just Kill A Man, Rap Superstar, Insane in the Brain

  • Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes Announces “A Grand Gershwin Celebration” Concert 

    Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes has announced its season finale concert, “A Grand Gershwin Celebration” which will take place on May 11 at the Clemens Center in Elmira, NY.

    The series finale concert will feature a stellar line up of soloists including Lynnesha Crump on soprano, Fred Redd on baritone, and Bryan Pezzone on piano, and also feature  music from the highly requested Porgy & Bess. In Addition, the soloists will be holding master classes for students and the public on May 9 on piano and May 10 on vocal, fans can sign up for the email newsletter to be notified when details are available. 

    As a part of the education infusion initiative, the OSFL will also hold two events for the general public to “Meet the Soloists” on May 9 at 1:00 PM. The consummate crossover pianist, Bryan Pezzone will give an engaging presentation about his diverse career path including his Hollywood gigs recording major films (Disney movies, WB cartoons, AAA games, Harry Potter, Frozen, Star Wars and hundreds more). At the piano, Pezzone will also demonstrate his fusion of jazz, classical, modern and more, including improvisation across genres. This event will be hosted at Corning Painted Post High School. Visitors should RSVP in advance at OSFL.org and arrive early to sign in at the school office.

    In addition, a vocal master class will be led by Fredrick Redd on Friday, May 10 at 4:00-5:30 at North Presbyterian Church at 921 College Ave., Elmira. An engineer, triathlete and “compelling vocal actor” (London’s Opera Now), Redd has performed principal roles with opera companies throughout the US and made his New York City Opera debut in the Emmy-nominated Porgy & Bess performances. Both events are free to attend. 

    Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes will host their season finale concert “A Grand Gershwin Celebration” on May 11 at the Clemens Center in Elmira, NY. Fans can find tickets at ClemensCenter.org or 607-734-8191. 

  • Alice Cooper To Perform At Palace Theatre This Summer

    Rock singer Alice Cooper will perform at the Palace Theatre in Albany on July 31 as part of his “Too Close For Comfort” Tour. 

    Alice Cooper has pioneered his grandly theatrical brand of hard rock that was designed to shock many. With equal inspiration from vaudeville, garage rock, and horror films, the ensemble put on a theatrical production complete with electric chairs, guillotines, fake blood, and boa constrictors. He is still on tour regularly, taking his dark and horror-themed theatrics to audiences all over the world.

    Cooper and his family relocated to Phoenix after he was born in Detroit, Michigan. The Alice Cooper Band was founded when the members were still in high school in Phoenix. Frank Zappa found the band in Los Angeles in 1969 and later signed them to his record company. Their breakthrough third album Love It to Death, which debuted on the charts in 1971, was the result of their collaboration with the up-and-coming record producer Bob Ezrin. It was followed by the hits “Killer,” “School’s Out,” “Billion Dollar Babies,” and “Muscle of Love.” Every album release was accompanied by a more grandiose traveling stage production. They later released their album titled Greatest Hits, in 1974. Cooper subsequently released his now classic debut solo album, Welcome to My Nightmare in 1975, which was backed by his legendary and groundbreaking theatrical “Welcome to My Nightmare” concert tour.

    Alice Cooper’s impact on rock & roll and popular culture has been widely recognized for a considerable amount of time. Throughout his incredible career, he has received numerous accolades and awards, sold-out tours, platinum records, and numerous other honors.

    Cooper will perform at the Palace Theatre in Albany on July 31 as part of his “Too Close For Comfort” tour. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 19 via Ticketmaster. 

  • The Commodores And The Pointer Sisters Announce Limited Run Tour: An Evening of Icons

    The Commodores and The Pointer Sisters have teamed up for a sensational co-headlining tour: An Evening of Icons, which will stop at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater on July 25.

    These musical icons are ready to wow audiences with their unique fusion of funk, soul, R&B, and pop. Their career spans decades, and they have sold over 100 million albums and an array of chart-topping hits. To add even more magic to the mix, they’re welcoming special guests, The Spinners.

    The Commodores are the powerhouse behind classics like “Brick House” and “Easy.” They’re delighted to perform alongside The Pointer Sisters, especially in light of Motown’s 65th anniversary. This tour celebrates the enduring power of music, as their timeless hits continue to bring people together across generations.

    Meanwhile, The Pointer Sisters, who have achieved success with hits like “I’m So Excited” and “Jump (For My Love),” are just as thrilled to collaborate. They are preparing to give a show that will keep the audience talking long after the curtains close. The sisters added, “65 years of Motown and timeless hits! What a milestone. It’s a joy to be touring with a true Motown treasure, The Commodores. Here’s to the music that continues to move generations!”

    This tour, presented by Live Nation and represented by the renowned Seth Shomes of Day After Day Productions (DADP), will begin with a bang on Thursday, July 25 at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater. Representing these legendary acts is a dream come true for Seth Shomes. He grew up listening to their music, so when the tour hits New York in July, he’s excited to see the fans belting out every word.

    For tickets and more information, click here.

    The Commodores and The Pointer Sisters – An Evening of Icons Tour Dates:

    Thu July 11                Tinley Park, IL              Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre ^

    Thu Jul 25                  Wantagh, NY                Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater ^

    Fri Jul 26                    Oxon Hill, MD           The Theater at MGM National Harbor ^

    Fri Sep 20                   Raleigh, NC                  Red Hat Amphitheater *

    Sat Sep 21                  Charlotte, NC               PNC Music Pavilion *

    Thu Oct 03                Tuscaloosa, AL             Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater ^

    Sat Oct 05                  Durant, OK                   Choctaw Casino ^

    Thu Nov 14                Tampa, FL                     Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino ^

    Fri Nov 15                  Hollywood, FL              Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, Fla. ^

    Sat Nov 30                 Primm, NV                    Star Of The Desert Arena ^#

  • Opera Saratoga Announces Summer 2024 Festival

    Opera Saratoga announced its 2024 summer festival, featuring three new productions at Universal Preservation Hall from June 27 to July 7. For more information on tickets and the season, visit here. 

    Opera Saratoga

    Opera Saratoga, formerly known as Lake George Opera, began with a production of Die Fledermaus at the Diamond Point Theatre on July 5, 1962, playing to an audience of 230. The Company now calls Saratoga Springs home and performs for more than 25,000 people. Opera Saratoga celebrates its 60th Anniversary this season, serving the communities of Saratoga Springs, the Lower Adirondack, and New York State Capital areas by providing access to world-class opera through the production of an annual Summer Festival, as well as year-round activities including extensive educational programs, mentorship of emerging operatic artists, and unique opportunities for the public. The company has performed 106 fully-staged works by 66 composers, including 42 works by American composers and 14 premiere productions.

    “This season pays homage to Saratoga Springs’ history as a pleasure-seekers paradise and betting destination while looking to the future by pushing the definition of what opera can be – and how it can be made – forward,” said Mary Birnbaum, General and Artistic Director. “We hope to tempt risk-takers to the festival by dazzling them with reinventions of two classics in addition to a totally unique creation that they can only see in Saratoga.”

    In 2023, the company hired its 10th Artistic and General Director, Mary Birnbaum. She has directed opera and music theater around the world, including staging critically acclaimed productions of L’Orfeo, Proving Up, and The Rape of Lucretia at The Juilliard School and The Classical Style at Carnegie Hall. She has also directed productions at Opera Philadelphia, Seattle Opera, Opera Columbus, Virginia Opera, Virginia Arts Festival, the Ojai Festival, Montclair Peak Performances, and Boston Baroque in the U.S, as well as in Taiwan (National Symphony Orchestra), Central America (National Theatre of Costa Rica and Guatemala), Australia and Israel.

    She most recently directed the world premiere of In A Grove by Christopher Cerrone and Stephanie Fleischmann at Pittsburgh Opera and will direct the world premiere oratorio ÉMIGRÉ at the New York Philharmonic in collaboration with the Shanghai Symphony. On the faculty of the Juilliard School since 2011, she teaches acting to singers and serves as a Dramatic Advisor to the MMGD program. She also teaches and coaches for the Lindemann Young Artists Program at the Metropolitan Opera.

    For more information on tickets and the season, visit here. 

    GUYS AND DOLLS

    June 29–July 7

    Universal Preservation Hall

    The first of the trifecta, Guys and Dolls, features Mikaela Bennett (City Center Encores’ The Golden Apple, West Side Story at Glimmerglass), as Sarah Brown. The beloved gambling musical will feature direction by Mary Birnbaum, choreography by Caili Quan, and musical direction by Andy Einhorn (Broadway’s Carousel and Hello, Dolly!.), with scenic design by Kristen Robinson, lighting design by Anshuman Bhatia and costume design by Oana Botez. In addition to those already announced, the cast of Guys and Dolls will feature William Socolof as Nathan Detroit, Ariadne Greif as Miss Adelaide, Shavon Lloyd as Sky Masterson, Maximillian Jansen as Nicely Nicely Johnson, and Aubrey Allicock as Arvide Abernathy.

    COSÌ FAN TUTTE

    June 28–July 7

    Universal Preservation Hall

    Next is Mozart’s wager opera Così fan tutte, featuring GRAMMY-nominated bass-baritone Aubrey Allicock as the cynical Don Alfonso. The opera will also feature Nicoletta Berry as Despina, Julia Stuart as Fiordiligi, Anna Kelley as Dorabella, Maximillian Jansen as Ferrando, and Michael Hawk as Guglielmo.

    INTI FIGGIS-VIZUETA WORLD PREMIERE OPERA

    June 30 & July 5

    Universal Preservation Hall

    Finally, the biggest gamble of them all: a world premiere opera, devised and composed during the summer season by Composer-in-Residence inti figgis-vizueta. inti’s work explores the transformative power of group improvisation and play, working to reconcile historical aesthetics and experimental practices with trans & Indigenous futures. “The Festival Residency with Opera Saratoga is an incredible opportunity to explore the expressive world of contemporary opera, a first for me as a composer,” figgis-vizueta said.

    Opera Saratoga

    LISTEN TO THIS: VOICES FROM THE FUTURE!

    June 4, June 11, and June 18

    Universal Preservation Hall

    Listen to This is a three-part concert series that hands the mic to cutting-edge creators who break through boundaries of what opera can be through the lens of access and healing. The series is composed of: The Other Side of Silence, Winterreise, and finally, i woke up in the sky.

    THE OTHER SIDE OF SILENCE

    Tuesday, June 4 will feature work by RPI Director of Institute Ensembles Robert Whalen who is collaborating with librettists Mark Steidl, Katherine Skovira, and Sara Pyszka on a new opera for synthetic and acoustic voice The Other Side of Silence written by and for people who use Alternative Assistive Communication.

    The Other Side of Silence explores what it means to be our true self, and which of our voices—our inner or outer voice— represents our identity. The Other Side of Silence examines technology’s role in the fabric of human society as seen through the lens of an AAC user – someone who uses a synthetic voice to communicate with the world.

    WINTERREISE

    On June 11, Director George Miller, Bass-Baritone William Socolof, and Pianist Chris Reynolds collaborate on the workshop of a contemporary staging of Schubert’s seminal song cycle Winterreise. Originally from Albany and Saratoga Springs, respectively, Miller and Reynolds bring their many accolades back to the Capital Region.

    i woke up in the sky

    On June 18, composer-performer Catherine Brookman shares her album i woke up in the sky with Opera Saratoga’s audiences. Her music deals with the experience of time passing, collapsing, unfinished business, heartbreak, loneliness, and depression.

  • Nitty Gritty Dirt Band To Bring Their Farewell Tour To Adler Hall This Fall

    Country Rock band Nitty Gritty Dirt Band have expanded their “All The Good Times: The Farewell” Tour by adding a new show at the Adler Hall at New York Society for Ethical Culture on October 6 with special guest Tommy Prine.

    Originally formed in 1966, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, also addressed as the Dirt Band, has entertained many audiences with their top-shelf musicianship and timeless hits like “Mr. Bojangles,” “Fishin’ In The Dark,” “An American Dream,” and many more. And now, the time has come for the progressive country band to say so long to the highways and byways they’ve crossed an unimaginable number of times throughout their career. 

    When sharing about the show, the band shared that, “’All The Good Times’ perfectly describes our career.” With over 20 released albums, the band added that, “Playing our music for Dirt Band fans all over the world has been an incredible experience for us. The most important part of that has been the connection to our audience—that beautiful communal give and take is like nothing else. That’s the very spirit we’ll be celebrating as we head into our farewell tour. We really look forward to seeing you folks. Good times will be had by all!” 

    After playing their first gig in 1966 in Southern California as a Jug band, by 1969 The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band had become a cornerstone of the burgeoning country-rock community. Their career breakthrough came in 1970 with the release of their record Uncle Charlie & His Dog Teddy and their hit single “Mr. Bojangles,” a folksy top ten pop hit that brought roots music to the national forefront. In 1972, the band released the first of three groundbreaking Will The Circle Be Unbroken albums, collaborating with many of the best bluegrass, country, and folk artists in the world. 

    After a successful career that spawned over decades, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band was inducted into the Colorado Music Hall of Fame in 2015. While in the midst of their 49th year touring the band still managed to work on several projects leading up to their 50th Anniversary. In September of 2015, the band commemorated their 50th anniversary with a sold out show at the Ryman Auditorium. Taped for a PBS special which debuted in March 2016, the concert included guests John Prime, Sam Bush, Vince Gill, Jerry Jeff Walker, Alison Krauss, Rodney Crowell, Byron House, Jerry Douglas and Jackson Browne in addition to former member Jimmy Ibbotson. 

    Nitty Gritty Dirt Band will bring their  “All The Good Times: The Farewell” Tour with special guest Tommy Prine to Adler Hall at New York Society for Ethical Culture on October 6. Tickets are $55, $75 and $95 (plus applicable fees) and will be available here starting on Friday, April 19 at 10:00AM.

  • Judas Priest Opens Up US Tour With Spectacular Show In Wallingford, Connecticut

    The year 1974 was when Judas Priest’s debut record, Rocka Rolla was released. Now, 50 years later, the legendary British metal band was in Wallingford, Connecticut on Thursday, April 18 for the first show of their United States leg of a tour in support of their new record, Invincible Shield. Last fall the Toyota Oakdale Theatre hosted the first night of Judas Priest’s 50 Heavy Metal Years Tour with Queensrÿche. This time, the Swedish heavy metal band, Sabaton was the opener for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band.

    Judas Priest is coming off a few-month trek of shows in Europe. By the time the band hit the United States, the well-oiled Judas Priest machine was ready to roll. The entire night was a beautiful ceremony of heavy metal that brought fans of all ages and all eras of the band together.

    Before Judas Priest took the stage, the previously mentioned Sabaton graced the stage at 7:30. The eager Priest fans cheered for the Swedish natives who had a great following at this show. For the opener, it might take a few songs for the band to win over fans. But, the band – who dressed in camo pants and black tops – won fans over from the first note with their history-inspired lyrics and Amon Amarth’s style of metal. 

    The band was backed by an army tank which served as a drum riser for Hannes Van Dahl. This hasn’t been seen for some kiss fans since Eric Carr of KISS had his drums on top of a tank during the band’s “Creatures of the Night” tour in the 80s. At one point in the show, the band dawned World War II-style gas masks while they played. Lead singer Joakim Brodén sang through the mask while carrying a large canon-like prop around the stage. Fans around the theatre all gasped in amazement while taking videos on their phones.

    Joining Brodén and Van Dahl in Sabaton is Pär Sundström on bass, with Chris Rörland and Thobbe Englund. Englund is rejoining the band after an eight-year absence from the group. It was announced on Feb. 9 that Englund was rejoining and replacing guitarist Tommy Johansson.

    England has always produced some of the best heavy metal bands in the world. Arguably, Black Sabbath is at the top of that list. Sabbath and Priest have had a wonderful friendship over the years. Judas Priest lead singer, Rob Halford filled for Black Sabbath singer Ozzy Osbourne on a handful of occasions. It was only fitting for Priest to blast Black Sabbath’s “War Pigs,” off of 1970’s Paranoid through the PA system. In unison, louder than any guitar that night, the crowd belted out lyrics to Sabbath’s famous tune before Judas Priest took to the stage.

    With a curtain of the tracklist of the brand-new record, at the forefront of the stage, the lights began to flicker. When the curtain dropped and the band was all cluttered together on a staircase leading to Scott Travis’s drum kit. The band plunged into “Panic Attack” off of the brand-new record. The cheering and screaming from the crowd was deafening as the band spread out on the stage to meet the eager Wallingford crowd. The band played 18 songs that crisscrossed their entire career and spanned their entire discography.

    The band sounded as tight as ever. Guitarist Richie Faulkner was prancing around the left side of the stage the entire night. He was a man possessed by his blue Flying V and Explorer guitars. Throughout the night, he was running around the stage, posing at the edge as well as – in KISS-like fashion – throwing guitar picks into the crowd while throwing up the rock and roll horns.

    Halford sounded better than ever. His signature screaming and wailing was music in itself to the metal maniacs that had sold out the theatre. Bassist Ian Hill, who is only one of two members in the band from the “classic lineup” stood comfortably towards the band behind guitarist Andy Sneap. Hill would barely move from his spot the entire night yet was the anchor in the rhythm section. Sneap was brought on board to produce the band’s latest two records, 2018’s Firepower and the new Invincible Shield. He has been in the band as a touring guitarist and producer ever since 2018.

    Priest’s iconic cross logo was hung above the stage. With each song, it would light up different colors, shoot lights out and even at one point in the show it moved down towards the front of the stage. People around the theatre all pointed and again, took out their phones to capture the cool moment.

    The band blasted through their set, which featured hits like “Breaking the Law,” “You’ve Got Another Thing Comin’,” and “Painkiller.” At one point during the encore, Halford rod out on a motorcycle and wore a biker cap to signify the second to last song, “Hell Bent for Leather.”

    By the time the last song of the night was played, “Living After Midnight,” off of the band’s 1980 album, British Steel and Queen’s “We Are the Champions” was played off the PA system, fans were already talking about when they would be seeing the band next. Judas Priest was brought up with bands like KISS and Aerosmith but at the rate they are going, Priest will still be going for more years to come.

    Sabaton setlist: Ghost Divison, The Last Stand, Swedish Pagans, The Red Baron, Bismarck, Stormtroopers, Carolous Rex, Shiroyama, The Attack of the Dead Man, Primo Victoria, Soldier of Heaven, To Hell and Back

    Judas Priest setlist: Panic Attack, You’ve Got Another Thing Comin’, Rapid Fire, Breaking the Law, Lightning Strike, Love Bites, Devil’s Child, Saints in Hell, Crown of Horns, You Don’t Have to Be Old to Be Wise, Turbo Lover, The Green Manalishi (With the Two Prong Crown), Painkiller, Electric Eye, Hell Bent for Leather, Living After Midnight

  • Blue Note Jazz Festival 2024 Lineup Announced

    The Blue Note Jazz Club unveiled the lineup for their much-anticipated 13th annual Blue Note Jazz Festival 2024, featuring performances by Wynton Marsalis, Andra Day, Corinne Bailey Rae, Yo La Tengo with the Sun Ra Arkestra, Stanley Clarke, the Yussef Dayes Experience, Soulive, The Soul Rebels featuring Ghostface Killah and many more.

    Blue Note Jazz Festival 2024

    Blue Note is unique in curating its namesake New York festival, looking beyond the confines of genre, geography, and time to craft a one-of-a-kind lineup. Pulling together history-shaping innovators, cultural icons from around the world, and contemporary artists pushing the boundaries of music today, the festival captures the social fabric of New York City like no other.

    Since 1981, the Blue Note Jazz Club has been a cultural institution in NYC and one of the premiere jazz clubs in the world. It strives to preserve the history of jazz, and the club practices the foundations of jazz on a nightly basis and carries the torch for the genre in the 21st century.

    The club has been frequented by celebrities such as Scarlett Johansson, Colin Jost, Zoe Kravitz, and Jon Hamm and has featured musicians like Robert Glasper, Ron Carter, Pat Metheny, Ms. Lisa Fischer, Christain McBride, Keyon Harrold, Meshell Ndegeocello, and more.

    Kicking off the Blue Note Jazz Festival 2024 on June 1 is Soulive at the legendary Blue Note Jazz Club in Greenwich Village. The festival spans five beloved venues across the city including Sony Hall, SummerStage in Central Park, Town Hall, Brooklyn Bowl, and performances in partnership with Jazz At Lincoln Center.

    This year, Blue Note Jazz Festival is focused on spotlighting diverse global cultures in a range of venues throughout New York City, including artists from Nigeria, Ethiopia, Niger, Brazil and beyond. The lineup features iconic and legendary artists that have made a tremendous impact in music and on generations of artists, including Wynton Marsalis, Stanley Clarke, Fred Wesley and hip-hop icon Ghostface Killah. The lineup is complemented by a wave of progressive and contemporary artists ranging from Ezra Collective, the Yussef Dayes Experience and Julius Rodriguez. We’re also focused on spotlighting powerful and impactful female voices including Andra Day, Corinne Bailey Rae and Lisa Fischer to name a few.

    Blue Note Director of Programming Alex Kurland.

    Kurland continued, “Presenting artists who make an immense impact in music culture and inspire is a common thread of the annual Blue Note Jazz Festival. This mirrors the festival’s partnerships with impactful institutions in New York City including SummerStage in Central Park, Jazz at Lincoln Center, and The Town Hall, which enrich the festival’s depth of programming, experience, and culture.”

    The Blue Note continues to grow its programming, most recently with three sold-out nights of performances by legendary artist André 3000. Upcoming shows at the Blue Note include Christian McBride, The Bad Plus, Infinity Song, BJ The Chicago Kid, and more.

    Tickets and further information about The Blue Note Jazz Festival 2024 can be found here.

    BLUE NOTE JAZZ FESTIVAL DATES
    June 1 /// Soulive /// Blue Note
    June 2 /// Soulive /// Blue Note
    June 2 /// Harlem Gospel Choir /// Blue Note Brunch
    June 2 /// Paula Cole /// Sony Hall
    June 3 /// Derrick Hodge /// Blue Note
    June 4 /// Derrick Hodge /// Blue Note
    June 5 /// Derrick Hodge /// Blue Note
    June 5 /// Lisa Fischer /// Sony Hall
    June 6 /// Soulive /// Blue Note
    June 7 /// Soulive /// Blue Note
    June 7 /// Michel Camilo /// Sony Hall
    June 7 /// ALJO with Hamilton de Holanda
    and Yamandu Cost /// Town Hall
    June 8 /// Soulive /// Blue Note
    June 8 /// The Music of The Buena Vista
    Social Club /// Blue Note Brunch
    June 9 /// Soulive /// Blue Note
    June 9 /// Jazz is Dead /// Sony Hall
    June 9 /// Harlem Gospel Choir /// Blue Note Brunch
    June 10 /// Brandee Younger /// Blue Note
    June 11 /// The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
    with Wynton Marsalis /// Blue Note
    June 12 /// The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
    with Wynton Marsalis /// Blue Note
    June 12 /// Yemi Alade /// Sony Hall
    June 13 /// The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
    with Wynton Marsalis /// Blue Note
    June 14 /// Jazz at Lincoln Center presents Wynton Marsalis
    with The Future of Jazz Septet /// Blue Note
    June 14 /// Eliane Elias /// Sony Hall
    June 15 /// Jazz at Lincoln Center presents Wynton Marsalis
    with The Future of Jazz Septet /// Blue Note
    June 15 /// Yo La Tengo with the Sun Ra Arkestra /// Sony Hall
    June 15 /// Jazz at Lincoln Center Youth Orchestra /// Blue Note Brunch
    June 16 /// Jazz at Lincoln Center presents Wynton Marsalis
    with The Future of Jazz Septet /// Blue Note
    June 16 /// Victor Wooten /// Sony Hall
    June 16 /// Jazz at Lincoln Center Youth Orchestra /// Blue Note Brunch
    June 17 /// Julius Rodriguez /// Blue Note
    June 17 /// Haley Reinhart /// Sony Hall
    June 18 /// Julius Rodriguez /// Blue Note
    June 19 /// Julius Rodriguez /// Blue Note
    June 19 /// Mulatu Astatke /// Sony Hall
    June 20 /// Julius Rodriguez /// Blue Note
    June 20 /// Mulatu Astatke /// Sony Hall
    June 21 /// Ghostface Killah with The Soul Rebels /// Blue Note
    June 21 /// Fred Wesley with The Brecker Brothers /// Sony Hall
    June 22 /// Ghostface Killah with The Soul Rebels /// Blue Note
    June 22 /// Antibalas with Hailu Mergia /// Sony Hall
    June 23 /// Ghostface Killah with The Soul Rebels /// Blue Note
    June 23 /// Harlem Gospel Choir /// Blue Note Brunch
    June 24 /// Ozomatli /// Blue Note
    June 25 /// Ozomatli /// Blue Note
    June 25 /// Stanley Clarke /// Sony Hall
    June 26 /// Ozomatli /// Blue Note
    June 26 /// Stanley Clarke /// Sony Hall
    June 27 /// Chief Adjuah /// Blue Note
    June 27 /// Gino Vannelli /// Sony Hall
    June 28 /// Chief Adjuah /// Blue Note
    June 28 /// Bombino with Etran De L’Air /// Sony Hall
    June 28 /// Os Mutantes /// Brooklyn Bowl
    June 29 /// Chief Adjuah /// Blue Note
    June 29 /// ProgJect with Bill Bruford /// Sony Hall
    June 29 /// Brass Queens /// Blue Note Brunch
    June 30 /// Chief Adjuah /// Blue Note
    June 30 /// Harlem Gospel Choir /// Blue Note Brunch
    July 1 /// Joey Alexander /// Blue Note