NYS Music 2024

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  • The Paco de Lucia Legacy – NY’s Greatest Flamenco Tribute is Here

    NYC is hosting an extraordinary festival from February 20 to 24 to pay tribute to legendary guitarist, Paco de Lucia. The festival will take place in various location around NYC including Carnegie Hall, NYU, Instituto Cervantes, Symphony Space and more. The monumental event will feature over 30 artists, all coming together to honor the renowned Paco de Lucia, who passed on February 25, 2014.

    Paco de Lucia in Havana in 2013

    Paco de Lucia is regarded as the master of flamenco guitar by many of those who took up the art form. This city-wide event, The Paco de Lucia Legacy Festival will demonstrate that flamenco is alive and as influential as ever. The festival will kick off with a medley of music at Carnegie Hall and wrap up five days later with a screening of the movie, “La busqueda” and a concert of honor.

    Program + Ticketing Information

    UE 2.20 at 7:30 p.m. Paco de Lucía Festival @ Carnegie Hall 

    Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall. 57th Street & 7th Avenue, New York City Tickets: $23-$120. Reserve at www.carnegiehall.org or call Carnegie Charge 212-247-7800.  Program: The festival kickstarts with this one-night musical tribute by 32+ artists. Performers: Karime Amaya, Farru and Farruquito (dancers); Al Di Meola, Josemi Carmona, Yerai Cortés, Antonio Rey, Rafael Riqueni, Niño Josele, J.M.Bandera and Pepe Habichuela (guitarists); Rubén Blades, Diego ‘El Cigala’, Duquende, Chonchi Heredia, Salif Keita, Carmen Linares, José Mercé, Sílvia Pérez Cruz and Makarines (vocalists), Carles Benavent (bass), Alain Pérez (bass), Javier Colina (double bass), Rubem Dantas, Tino Di Geraldo and Israel Suárez ‘Piraña’ (percussion), Madou Diabaté (kora), Chano Domínguez (piano), Jorge Pardo (flute), Nesrine Belmokh (voice + cello), harmonica by Antonio Serrano (harmonica), and more. 

    WED 2.21 at 6:00 p.m. Paco de Lucía Legacy Festival @ Instituto Cervantes  

    Instituto Cervantes, 211-215 East 49th Street, New York City  Tickets: Free Admission. Presentation of César Suárez’s book ‘El enigma Paco de Lucía’ and concert: ‘Masters vs. Young Promises’. 

    WED 2.21 at 7:10 p.m. Paco de Lucía Festival @ Symphony Space 

    Symphony Space, Peter Jay Sharp Theatre, 2537 Broadway, New York City Tickets: $20-$50. To reserve, visit www.symphonyspace.org or call Box Office at 212-864-5400. Program: Multi-GRAMMY winner Arturo O’Farrill and The Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra performs an evening of arrangements of Paco’s compositions, under the joint musical direction of Arturo O’Farrill and Valencian pianist and arranger, Alex Conde.  Performers: Arturo O’Farrill Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra, Alex Conde (piano), Antonio Rey (flamenco guitar), Chonchi Heredia (vocals), Karime Amaya (dancer), Antonio Serrano (harmonica), and Rubem Dantas (Brazilian percussion). 

    WED 2.21 @ 7:00 p.m. Paco de Lucía Festival @ LPR  

    Le Poisson Rouge, 158 Bleecker Street, New York City Tickets: $35-$65. Reserve at www.lpr.com or visit the LPR Box Office. Program: Le Poisson Rouge hosts some of the most significant flamenco artists from Andalucia, who performed with Paco de Lucía. The first set, ‘De Cerca’, comprises the work of Josemi Carmona, Javier Colina, featuring Israel Saurez ‘Piraña’ and guest singer Silvia Perez Cruz. Jorge Pardo and pianist Chano Dominguez lead the second set in their vibrant tribute to the genius of Andalucia. They two have taken on the difficult proposition of reinterpreting “10 of Paco” – the best-known melodies without guitar, featuring ‘Farru’ (dancer), who was part of the Paco de Lucia global tour.  Performers: Josemi Carmona, Javier Colina, ‘Piraña’, Sílvia Pérez Cruz, Jorge Pardo, Chano Dominguez, Tino di Geraldo, and guest dancer Farru.  

    THU 2.22 @ 12:00 p.m. Paco de Lucía Festival: Flamenco Master Class 

    KJCC-NYU, 53 Washington Square South, New York City Tickets: FREE and open to the public. Reservations strongly encouraged. Register at KJCC.org.  Program: On February 22, percussionist ‘Piraña’ and singers and palmas duo Makarines will give a rhythm master class at KJCC-NYU. A Q&A session and reception will follow the master class. 

    THU 2.22 @ 7:30 p.m. Paco de Lucía Festival @ Town Hall 

    Town Hall, 123 West 43rd Street, New York City Tickets: https://thetownhall.org/event/paco-de-lucia-legacy-flamenco-summits-meets-new-york Reserve at www.pacodelucialegacy.com or call the Box Office at 212-997-6661. Program: A special gala called Flamenco Meets New York will promote an unprecedented meeting between flamenco artists and leading New York musicians.  Performers: Niño Josele, Rubén Blades, Josemi Carmona, Salif Keita, Antonio Rey, Richard Bona, Pepe Habichuela, Farruquito, Farru, Karime Amaya, Alain Pérez, Rafael Riqueni, Antonio Sánchez, and Sílvia Pérez Cruz. 

    FRI 2.23 @ 6:00 p.m. Paco de Lucía Festival @ Instituto Cervantes

    Instituto Cervantes, 211-215 East 49th Street, New York City Tickets: FREE and open to the public. First come, first served.  Program: Puro Flamenco recital. Performers: Pepe Habichuela, Rafael Riqueni, and Carmen Linares 

    FRI 2.23 at 7:30 p.m. Paco de Lucía Festival @ Mercado 

    Mercado, Little Spain Market, 10 Hudson Yards, New York City Tickets: FREE and open to the public. First come, first served. Program: FREE Fiesta Flamenca concert. 

    SAT 2.24 p.m Paco de Lucía Festival.  

    Program: A screening of the film ‘La búsqueda’ (‘The Search’) by the guitarist’s son, Curro Sánchez, followed by a concert, will culminate this multi-dimensional tribute. 

  • fivebyfive Stuns at Strasenburgh In Celebration of the Coming Eclipse

    On the 8th of April, Rochester will be one of the cities in the direct pathway of a total solar eclipse. A rare celestial event worthy of celebration and awe. In anticipation of the event, local chamber ensemble fivebyfive played a series of three sold out concerts at the Rochester Science and Museum’s Strasenburgh Planetarium the past two weekends.

    fivebyfive eclipse

    “Light and Dark: Eclipse Music,” two years in the making, included five world premier pieces commissioned specifically for this concert, each written specifically in celebration of this monumental event. Each composer interpreted the concept of a solar eclipse in their own way. fivebyfive’s audio and visual engineer, and Executive Director, Marc Webster added his own interpretations, developing visuals for each to project on the dome of the planetarium. He approached the video treatments from a musician’s standpoint, taking cues directly from the scores. It was a feast for the ears and eyes for the audience, comfortably seated in recliners encircling the intimate space.

    A unique event deserves to be celebrated in a unique way by a unique ensemble. Made up of Laura Lentz on flute, Marcy Bacon on clarinet, Ken Luk on electric guitar, Eric J. Polenik on bass and Haeyeun Jeun on piano, fivebyfive certainly fit the bill. But the compositions called for the band to stretch it’s legs even more with some auxiliary sounds and techniques. Finger-tapped guitar added to the data-driven melodies of Glenn McClure’s set opening “Totality,” as numbers rained down from the skies. Bass clarinet, alto flute and a bowed guitar added warmth to Jessica Meyer’s “In the Path of Totality,” tapping into the human emotional response to the eclipse’s grandness and beauty. Light literally controlled the music for Julie Herndon’s “I Can Take.” Guest conductor Armand Hall conducted using only light bulbs strewn through the band’s setup. Through composed sections and even some improvisation, the bulbs dimmed and brightened in the darkened room, as the music ebbed and flowed along the way.

    The venue, the visuals, the music. It all came together perfectly in celebration and anticipation of an event that Rochester will remember forever. Las Vegas may have it’s much-hyped Sphere, but Rochester’s Strasenburgh Planetarium made an excellent host for these shows, and only one of those city’s is in the path of totality. With two more months to go there’s plenty more time to keep the celebration going so stay tuned for more events to come.

    fivebyfive eclipse

  • Daniel Donato to Play Shows in NYC and Syracuse in February

    Acclaimed singer/songwriter Daniel Donato has announced he will be playing two shows in NY in support of his latest album Reflector.

    The “Cosmic Country” artist plans on stopping at Syracuse’s Westcott Theater on Saturday, February 10 and NYC’s Bowery Ballroom on Tuesday, February 13, showcasing Donato’s growing appeal and sound.

    Daniel Donato shows

    Donato’s genre “cosmic country” is a meshing of southern rock, bluegrass, classic country, and honky-tonk. It encapsulates the sounds of Southern California folk and Northern California musical exploration. His show marks the release of his recent 15 track album Reflector, in which he will be performing at his shows in Syracuse on February 10 and NYC on February 13.

    Daniel Donato has a unique sound that he wants to show the world, and he’s been doing exactly that. His blended soundscape is full of energy, soul, and vibrations. His creative processes, next-level guitar skills, and dedication to his craft propel him to satisfy his goals, and then some.

    “I fell in love with the song “Jessica” on Guitar Hero, the Allman Brothers song. I remember thinking, ‘God, if I can just play this song and feel like I’m flying…’ And then here we are fifteen years later, it’s March 25th and we’re at the Beacon Theatre, it’s a sold-out night, and after we get done singing ‘Blue Sky’ in my solo, before I even think about it, I’m playing ‘Jessica’.

    As I’m playing that and the theater erupts with joy, I’m realizing, like, ‘Man, good job. That 12-year-old is alive. The part of you, that Self, that was you before the world told you what you were or what you could be or what you should be.’”

    Daniel Donato on staying true to oneself

    For more information on Daniel Donato visit his website at DanielDonato.com. To find tickets to his show at Westcott Theater in Syracuse or Bowery Ballroom in NYC, click here.

    Daniel Donato – Upcoming Shows

    February 2 – Winston-Salem, NC – The Ramkat

    February 3 – Charlotteville, VA – Jefferson Theater

    February 4 – Morristown, NJ – The Homestead

    February 6 – Portsmouth, NH – 3S Artspace

    February 7 – Portland, ME – Portland House of Music and Events

    February 8 – Amherst, MA – The Drake

    February 9 – Hartford, CT – Infinity Hall Hartford

    February 10 – Syracuse, NY – Westcott Theater

    February 13 – New York, NY – Bowery Ballroom

    February 14 – Tysons, VA – Capitol One Hall

    February 15 – Raleigh, NC – Lincoln Theatre

    February 16 – Charlotte, NC – Stage Door Theatre

    February 17 – Atlanta, GA – Sweetwater’s 27th Anniversary Party

    February 18 – Asheville, NC – Salvage Station

    March 1-3 – Steamboat Springs, CO – Winter Wondergrass Festival 2024

    March 6 – Columbus, OH – KEMBA Live!

    March 7 – Old Forester’s Paristown Hall – Louisville, KY

    March 8-9 – Nashville, TN – Ryman Auditorium

    March 21 – Peoria, IL – Revival Music Hall

    March 22 – Hobart, IN – The Hobart Art Theater

    March 23 – New Berlin, IN – Danenberger Family Vineyards

    March 28 – Athens, GA – Georgia Theater

    March 29 – Tuscaloosa, AL – Druid City Music Hall

    March 30 – Huntsville, AL – Mars Music Hall

    April 5 – Memphis, TN – Grind City Music Festival 2024

    April 6 – New Orleans, LA – Hogs for the Cause 2024

    April 13 – Augusta, GA – Major Rager

    April 14-18 – Maya Riviera, Mexico – Panic en la Playa 2024

    April 20 – Pelham, TN – Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country in The Caverns

    April 26 – New Orleans, LA – Republic New Orleans

    May 11 – Isle of Palms, SC – Windjammer

    May 23-26 – Axton, VA – Rooster Walk Reunion Music & Arts Festival

    May 24-26 – Thornville, OH – Dark Star Jubilee

    June 20-23 – Bend, OR – 4 Peaks Music Festival

    June 27-29 – Eau Claire, WI – Blue Ox Music Festival 

  • Mt. Joy Heads To Madison Square Garden on Upcoming Tour

    Indie rock band Mt. Joy have announced their 2024 headline tour throughout North America and Europe, with support from Zach Bryan and Noah Kahan. The five-piece band will make their debut at Madison Square Garden on Sept. 28.

    Mt. Joy Madison Square Garden

    With the tour set to kick off on April 6 in Teton Village in WY, the Alt-rock band will headline in their hometown of Philadelphia on Sept. 20 at the Mann Music Center. After the success of their 2023 shows at the Mann, Mt. Joy including Sotiris Eliopoulos on drums, Jackie Miclau on keyboards, and Michael Byrnes on bass, Matt Quinn vocals and guitar with guitarist Samm Cooper will once again partner with Philadelphia’s Sharing Access to host a non-perishable food drive before making their stop at the Madison Square Garden on September 28, marking the first time Mt. Joy has headlined MSG.

    Sharing Excess (SE) is a Philadelphia-based nonprofit that uses surplus food as a solution to scarcity. While over 40 million people in the US face food insecurity, nearly 40% of the nation’s food supply is going to waste. The organization’s mission is to bridge the gap between excess and scarcity by partnering with grocery stores, restaurants, wholesalers, and farmers to deliver surplus food to a network of nonprofits, food banks, and community organizations to alleviate local food insecurity. The organization also works with over 200 food businesses to deliver 10 million meals annually to over 330 organizations and 38 pop-up distribution locations across 66 zip codes in Mt. Joy’s hometown Philadelphia.

    Founded in 2016 by vocalist/ guitarist Matt Quinn with guitarist Samm Cooper, the band first released their debut single “Astrovan” which led to the massive success of the band as they went to perform at festivals and on tour throughout North America and Europe. After their tour with Lumineers was cut short due to a pandemic, Mt. Joy released their second studio album Rearrange in 2020, and then their third album, Orange Blood in the summer of 2022. 

    The band will continue their worldwide tour throughout 2024 and ticket for all Mt. Joy shows, including Madison Square Garden, can be purchased here.

    Mt. Joy on Tour In 2024

    April 6 – Rendezvous Music Festival – Teton Village, WY

    May 3-5 – Lovin’ Live Music Festival – Charlotte, NC

    May 31– Oakland Alameda Co. Coliseum –Oakland, CA *

    June 4 – Melkweg – Amsterdam, NL

    June 6 – Le Trabendo – Paris, FR

    June 8 –  CHALK – Brighton, UK

    June 9 –  SWX –  Bristol, UK

    June 10 – O2 Ritz Manchester – Manchester, UK

    June 12 – The National Stadium – Dublin, IRE

    June 13 – SWG3 Studio Warehouse – Glasgow, UK

    June 15 – Roundhouse – London, UK

    July 4 –  Summerfest – Milwaukee, WI

    July 5 – TBA –  Marshfield, MA

    July 10 – Budweiser Stage – Toronto, ON

    July 12-14 – Under the Big Sky Festival – Whitefish, MT

    July 18 – Fenway Park – Boston, MA ^

    July 19 –Fenway Park – Boston, MA ^

    July 20 – Merriweather Post Pavilion – Columbia, MD

    Aug 6 – Surly Brewing Festival Field – Minneapolis, MN

    Aug 8 – Red Rocks Amphitheatre – Morrison, CO

    Aug 9 – Red Rocks Amphitheatre – Morrison, CO

    Aug 10 – Dillion Amphitheater – Dillion, CO

    Aug 13 – Granary Live – Salt Lake City, UT

    Aug 15 – Idaho Botanical Garden: Outlaw Field – Boise, ID

    Aug 17 – Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre – Vancouver, BC

    Aug 19 – Alaska State Fair – Palmer, AK

    Aug 21 – Remlinger Farms – Carnation, WA

    Aug 23 –  Hayden Homes Amphitheater – Bend, OR

    Sept 13 – Moody Center – Austin, TX

    Sept 15 – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre – Alpharetta, GA

    Sept 17 – Firefly Distillery – North Charleston, SC

    Sept 20 – Mann Center – Philadelphia, PA   

    Sept 24 – Ascend Amphitheatre – Nashville, TN

    Sept 28 – Madison Square Garden – New York, NY

    Oct 3-5 – The Salt Shed – Chicago, IL

     * w/Zach Bryan

    ^ w/ Noah Kahan

  • How New York City Shaped “Rhapsody in Blue,” 100 years later

    Even if they can’t name the tune, most people will recognize the iconic clarinet intro of the famed composition, “Rhapsody in Blue,” by George Gershwin. That song, now a timeless masterpiece, made its debut 100 years ago on February 14, 1924. The origins of the song are as wild a ride as the composition itself; and almost all of it traces back to the influence of New York City.

    Rhapsody in Blue George Gershwin 100
    Composer George Gershwin (1925) – Photo from Encyclopedia Britannica

    It was in Brooklyn, New York, that George Gershwin was born in the late 1800s, as Jacob Gershwin, a son of Russian Jewish Immigrants. From an early age he exhibited fantastic musical abilities on the piano and was tutored by the notable Charles Hambitzer, who saw greatness in Gershwin.

    At age 15, Gershwin dropped out of school and began playing piano in various nightclubs around New York City. It was in Tin Pan Alley that Gershwin worked as a song-plugger and honed his craft. And it was on Broadway that Gershwin worked as pianist for rehearsals and performances of theater productions. Both experiences stirred Gershwin’s penchant for jazz and popular music. In 1916, he released his first published song “When You Want ’Em You Can’t Get ’Em (When You’ve Got ’Em You Don’t Want ’Em)”

    In the following years, Gershwin’s work was commissioned by broadway composers and performed by popular singers and entertainers. His song “Swanee” (1919) was performed Al Jolson in the musical Sinbad and went on to sell more than two million recordings and a million copies of sheet music.

    The start of Rhapsody in Blue began in the years 1920-1924. Gershwin, composed for an annual production put on by musician Paul White. In 1922, Gershwin pushed to have a one-act opera titled “Blue Monday.” The reception was lackluster in a time period where Jazz was not accepted by the mainstream. Still, the bandleader Paul Whiteman, (who like Gershwin, wanted to see jazz gain respectability) later decided to commission Gershwin to write a jazz piece for a concert in 1923. 

    As the story goes, Gershwin completely forgot about the show until he read about it in the paper, only a few weeks before the concert date. It was in this mad scramble that he created the faed, “Rhapsody in Blue.” Once again, the soundscape of New York would have its hands in this composition.

    Gershwin later recalled that it was on a train from New York to Boston that he was hit with the inspiration for the song.

    “It was on a train…that I suddenly heard–and even saw on paper–the complete construction of the Rhapsody in Blue, from beginning to end. I heard it as a sort of musical kaleidoscope of America–of our vast melting pot, of our unduplicated national pep, of our metropolitan madness. By the time I reached Boston, I had a definite plot of the piece, as distinguished from its actual substance.” 

    When the piece made its debut it was slightly different from what would appear in the published recording which came after the fact . While the band’s parts were ready in time for the show, Gershwin reportedly improvised much of the piano solo which existed only in his mind. The show was performed at the Aeolian Hall in New York City on February 14th, 1924. Composer Ferde Grofé completed a score for piano and full symphony orchestra in 1926.

    In later years, Gershwin would go on to compose hits such as “Embraceable You” and the Broadway adaptation of Porgy and Bess. Gershwin died in 1937 while undergoing surgery to remove a brain tumor. While he was only 38, Gershwin made an indelible impact on jazz compositions and music as a whole.

    In a final nod to the big apple, “Rhapsody in Blue” reached new heights when Woody Allen introduced the composition to a new generation in his 1979 film titled Manhattan – 42 years after Gershwin’s death.

  • Train and REO Speedwagon to Co-Headline 5 Dates in NYS

    Train and REO Speedwagon have announced they will be co-headlining for a two-month long tour across the US. The two acts will hit the road this July for the Summer Road Trip 2024 Tour. The coming together of two musical generations in 44 cities begins this July and wraps up in September. The tour will see five stops in NY – Lewiston, Saratoga Springs, Bethel, Wantagh, and Syracuse, all in July.

    Train and REO Speedwagon have previously combined sounds in the past for various fundraising shows across the country, including Rock the House – a fundraising music event for families of ill children. Kevin Cronin of REO Speedwagon has also been a part of Acoustic-4-a-cure, a benefit show to raise money and awareness for pediatric cancer.

    Train’s Pop-Rock sound combined with REO Speedwagon’s Classic Rock adds an element of generational layering to the show, something a diverse array of fans can enjoy. Joining the acts on tour is special guest, Yacht Rock Revue, who will be playing classic soft/groove rock hits from artists like Hall & Oates, Steely Dan, Toto and more.

    The tour will kick off Monday, July 8 in Wisconsin, and make its first stop in NY on July 19 at Artpark in Lewiston. This show will unfortunately not include REO Speedwagon but is the only show in NY with this exception. The acts will then stop at SPAC in Saratoga Springs on July 23. They will stop at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in Bethel July 24 and Jones Beach Amphitheater in Wantagh July 27. Lastly for NY, the tour will stop at Empower FCU Amphitheater in Syracuse on July 31.

    Fans can gain first access to the artist presales beginning on Wednesday, January 31 at 10 am until Thursday, February 1 at 10 pm. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on-sale beginning on Friday, February 2 at 10 am at SaveMeSanFrancisco.com and REOSpeedwagon.com.

    Summer Road Trip 2024 Tour Dates

    Monday, July 8                      Somerset, WI                          Somerset Amphitheater

    Wednesday, July 10              Noblesville, IN                      Ruoff Music Center

    Thursday, July 11                   Pittsburgh, PA                       Stage AE ^*

    Friday, July 12                        Cincinnati, OH                      Riverbend Music Center

    Saturday, July 13                   Tinley Park, IL                       Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre

    Monday, July 15                    Cuyahoga Falls, OH              Blossom Music Center

    Tuesday, July 16                    Maryland Heights, MO         Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre

    Wednesday, July 17              Kansas City, MO                   Starlight Theatre ^

    Friday, July 19                        Lewiston, NY                         Artpark ^

    Saturday, July 20                   Toronto, ON                            Budweiser Stage

    Sunday, July 21                      Clarkston, MI                          Pine Knob Music Theatre

    Tuesday, July 23                    Saratoga Springs, NY            Broadview Stage at SPAC

    Wednesday, July 24              Bethel, NY                               Bethel Woods Center for the Arts

    Friday, July 26                        Camden, NJ                             Freedom Mortgage Pavilion

    Saturday, July 27                   Wantagh, NY                           Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater

    Sunday, July 28                      Gilford, NH                             BankNH Pavilion ^

    Wednesday, July 31              Syracuse, NY                          Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview

    Thursday, August 1               Holmdel, NJ                            PNC Bank Arts Center

    Saturday, August 3                Hartford, CT                            XFINITY Theatre

    Sunday, August 4                   Mansfield, MA                       The Xfinity Center

    Tuesday, August 6                 Bristow, VA                            Jiffy Lube Live

    Wednesday, August 7           Virginia Beach, VA               Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater

    Friday, August 9                    Raleigh, NC                             Coastal Credit Union Music Park

    Saturday, August 10              Charlotte, NC                          PNC Music Pavilion

    Sunday, August 11                Wilmington, NC Live           Oak Bank Pavilion ^

    Friday, August 16                  Pelham, AL                              Oak Mountain Amphitheatre ^

    Saturday, August 17              Alpharetta, GA                       Ameris Bank Amphitheatre

    Sunday, August 18                Franklin, TN                            FirstBank Amphitheater

    Tuesday, August 20               Tampa, FL                                MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre

    Wednesday, August 21         West Palm Beach, FL            iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre

    Thursday, August 22             Jacksonville, FL                     Daily’s Place ^

    Friday, August 23                  Orange Beach, AL                  The Wharf Amphitheater

    Sunday, August 25                Houston, TX                           The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

    Monday, August 26               Dallas, TX                                Dos Equis Pavilion

    Wednesday, August 28         Denver, CO                              Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre*

    Thursday, August 29             Salt Lake City, UT                 Utah First Credit Amphitheatre

    Saturday, August 31              Auburn, WA                           White River Amphitheatre

    Sunday, September 1            Bend, OR                                  Hayden Homes Amphitheater

    Wednesday, September 4     Ridgefield, WA                      RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater

    Friday, September 6              Wheatland, CA                       Toyota Amphitheatre

    Saturday, September 7          Mountain View, CA              Shoreline Amphitheatre

    Sunday, September 8            Inglewood, CA                       The Kia Forum

    Tuesday, September 10        Chula Vista, CA                     North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre

    Wednesday, September 11   Phoenix, AZ                            Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre

     ^ No REO Speedwagon

    * Not a Live Nation Date

  • Music From Copland House Ensemble to Celebrate the Sound Of Living This February

    The internationally acclaimed Music from Copland House ensemble will bring their dazzling program to the Elebash Hall at The Graduate Center, CUNY on February 6.

    Copland House

    Aaron Copland was one of the most celebrated and profoundly influential musical figures in American history. The composer lived and spent most of his time on a rocky hill atop three acres of woodland in the lower Hudson River Valley hamlet of Cortlandt Manor, less than one hour north of New York City. After his death in 1990, a coalition of local townspeople launched a genuine grassroots movement to preserve and restore this historic residence as the living, enduring embodiment of his seminal artistic and personal legacies and lifelong advocacy of American composers, hence Music from Copland House was formed. 

    Copland House officially became operational in 1998 following an extensive physical renovation. Ever since the not-for-profit creative center for American music was built, the house has provided support for composers with different opportunities that further advanced their careers. 

    The Copland House offers public programs throughout the country, the infamous house also provides recordings, broadcasts, webcasts, film screenings, visual exhibitions, and an annual performance series at its vast new satellite venue at the historic Merestead estate in nearby Mount Kisco. 

    The bold and adventurous ensemble will be performing at the Elebash Hall at The Graduate Center, CUNY on February 6. The free for all program aims to celebrate life and the sounds of living. 

    The program will then be followed by a lively post-performance conversations and Q&A with the ensemble and audience. Tickets are free, and reservations are strongly advised, and may be made online or by calling Copland House at (914) 788-4659.

  • Juliana Hatfield Live in NYC at City Winery

    Juliana Hatfield performed at the intimate City Winery Main Stage on January 28 in NYC. Outside of her solo work, Juliana is known for her involvement in indie rock acts such as Blake Babies and The Lemonheads. Opening for her was Leslie Mendelson. Leslie opened the show with an acoustic set of originals and cover songs. Juliana then took the stage and performed a solo set filled with older deep cuts, songs from her 2021 album Blood, and excerpts from cover albums she’s released in the last few years. 

    Juliana Hatfield at City Winery NYC
    Juliana Hatfield at City Winery NYC

    In November, Juliana released an album of Electric Light Orchestra covers. Motifs of loneliness and escapism were apparent. Even in a room filled with people, you could feel these prevailing themes. Substituting parts of ELO’s full orchestra, Juliana made her own adjustments that added a unique personal spin to the songs. On her record, Juliana used vocal keyboards to emulate the string instruments to accompany the lead guitar.

    Juliana Hatfield Sings ELO by Juliana Hatfield
    Leslie Mendelson at City Winery NYC

    This album followed two other cover collections Juliana has released, including The Police and Olivia Newton-John. The blue twinkling lights that filled City Winery’s ceiling felt like the perfect throwback to the cosmic imagery of ELO’s early stage shows. The crowd was equally entranced by both her performance and witty stage banter. 

    Juliana Hatfield Sings Olivia Newton-John by Juliana Hatfield

    Setlist: Dancin’ ‘Round and ‘Round (Olivia Newton‐John cover), Candy Wrappers, Hotels, Forever, Everybody Loves Me but You, Necessito (Some Girls song), Wonder Why, Telephone Line (Electric Light Orchestra cover), Please Mr. Please (Olivia Newton‐John cover), Hole in My Life (The Police cover), Tourist, Everything’s for Sale, My Sister (The Juliana Hatfield Three song), There’s Always Another Girl, Ugly, I Got No Idols (The Juliana Hatfield Three song), Had a Dream, Bottles and Flowers, June 6th, Shining On, Nirvana, Spin the Bottle, I Wanna Be Your Disease, Choose Drugs

  • A Night of Laughter and Reflection at the LIMEHOF with Jackie Martling

    In a recent event at the LIMEHOF, the spotlight shone on the legendary comedian, writer, and actor, Jackie Martling, following a screening of his much-anticipated documentary, “Joke Man.” The intimate setting brought together fans, both familiar and new, creating an atmosphere that resonated with warmth and nostalgia.

    Martling opened the evening by expressing his gratitude for the audience’s presence, noting that while previous screenings took place among family, this particular event welcomed strangers as well. As the evening unfolded, Tom Needham, host of the event, guided the conversation through key moments of Martling’s career, providing insights into the making of the documentary and shedding light on the comedian’s multifaceted talents.

    jackie martling

    “The Journey to ‘Joke Man’”

    The transition of the LIMEHOF to embrace comedians and entertainers of all kinds was highlighted during the interview. Martling, an integral part of the Hall of Fame since its inception, played a crucial role in this evolution. Needham praised the comedian for his diverse career, acknowledging his contributions as a writer, comic, actor, filmmaker, and even a musician.

    Martling shared the serendipitous story of how “Joke Man” came to be, emphasizing the collaborative efforts with director and producer Ian Karr.

    The Musical Side of Jackie Martling

    The conversation then shifted towards Martling’s lesser-known but equally significant role in music. The documentary showcased Martling’s musical journey, featuring his contributions to the soundtrack. Martling humorously confessed that they “stole” his music for the film, recounting his early attempts at music and how he eventually found his comedic calling. The discussion touched upon his initial struggles with music, the evolution of his comedy, and the unexpected joys of making music albums.

    Audience members were treated to a sample of Martling’s musical talents as his songs played in the lobby, emphasizing the versatile nature of his artistic pursuits. The interview delved into Martling’s enduring love for music, tracing it back to his early attempts at songwriting and the humorous anecdotes surrounding his musical endeavors.

    The Howard Stern Show and Beyond

    A significant portion of the interview focused on Martling’s legendary tenure on the Howard Stern Show. The comedian provided a detailed account of how he initially joined the show, highlighting the organic nature of his collaboration with Howard Stern, Robin Quivers, and Fred Norris. Martling debunked the myth of instant success, narrating how he committed to the show for three years without pay before becoming a permanent fixture.

    The interview explored Martling’s role as the behind-the-scenes joke writer, detailing the intricacies of how he seamlessly contributed to the show’s comedic brilliance. His reflections on the challenges and successes of the show, including its move to mornings and eventual syndication, underscored the lasting impact of the Howard Stern Show on both Martling’s career and the world of radio.

    The evening concluded with Martling reminiscing about the show’s close-knit camaraderie, the fine line between breaking balls and reality, and the unique dynamics that fueled its success. The audience left with a deeper understanding of the man behind the jokes, as well as a renewed appreciation for Jackie Martling’s enduring legacy in the world of entertainment.

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  • Global Rap Superstar A Boogie Wit da Hoodie Announces Tour Coming to MSG

    A Boogie Wit da Hoodie announced his 2024 Better Off Alone global tour – a massive 39-show run across New Zealand, Australia, Europe, the United Kingdom, and North America. The U.S. dates will feature special guests NLE Choppa, Luh Tyler, Dess Dior, and Byron Messia, coming to Madison Square Garden on Monday, June 24.

    A Boogie Wit da Hoodie.

    A Boogie Wit da Hoodie has totaled over 21B career streams and amassed over 50 RIAA Platinum and Gold certifications, becoming one of the music industry’s biggest stars. The Bronx native has been a force to be reckoned with since arriving on the scene in 2016 and earned his place as “the most promising young rapper the city has produced in some time” (New York Times). His dynamic catalog includes world-renowned songs “My Shit,” “Drowning (feat. Kodak Black),” “Swervin,” “Look Back At It” and more, and four critically-acclaimed albums.

    A Boogie Wit da Hoodie has also become one of music’s most in-demand collaborators. He has worked alongside a wide variety of artists ranging from Ed Sheeran, Maroon 5 and Khalid to DJ Khaled, Paulo Londra, Meek Mill, Pop Smoke, and more. He is celebrating the tour announcement with the new single “P&E” featuring Mariah The Scientist, out everywhere on February 9.

    A Boogie, shot by Jimmy Fontaine.

    Supporting is 21-year-old multi-platinum chart-topping artist NLE Choppa. He uses his platform to effect positive change, including things like the NLE Reading Challenge, incentivizing at-risk Memphis elementary students to read 40 million words, organizing the “Skate for Tyre” peaceful protest, and donating a state-of-the-art basketball court to the Raleigh Community Center.

    Also joining the tour are Luh Tyler, Dess Dior, and Byron Messia.

    Tickets will be available starting with a Citi presale on Tuesday, January 30 at 10 am until Thursday, February 1 at 10 pm. The general sale will begin on Friday, February 2 at 10 am.

    BETTER OFF ALONE AU/NZ 2024 TOUR DATES:

    Wed Apr 10 – Auckland, NZ – Spark Arena

    Fri Apr 12 – Melbourne, AU – John Cain Arena

    Sun Apr 14 – Brisbane, AU – Riverstage

    Tue Apr 16 – Sydney, AU – Hordern Pavilion

    BETTER OFF ALONE EU/UK 2024 TOUR DATES:

    Tue Apr 23 – Amsterdam, NL – AFAS Live 

    Wed Apr 24 – Cologne, DE – Palladium

    Sun Apr 28 – Paris, FR – Zenith 

    Wed May 01 – Manchester, UK – Co-op Live

    Thu May 02 – London, UK – The O2

    Sun May 05 – Birmingham, UK – Utilita Arena

    BETTER OFF ALONE US/CANADA 2024 TOUR DATES:

    Sat May 18 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena 

    Mon May 20 – Portland, OR – Veterans Memorial Coliseum

    Wed May 22 – Concord, CA – Toyota Pavilion at Concord 

    Thu May 23 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum

    Fri May 24 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre

    Sun May 26 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre*^

    Wed May 29 – Somerset, WI – Somerset Amphitheater

    Sat Jun 01 – Irving, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory

    Sun Jun 02 – Woodlands, TX – The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presented by Huntsman

    Tue Jun 04 – Jacksonville, FL – Daily’s Place 

    Wed Jun 05 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre

    Thu Jun 06 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheater at the FL State Fairgrounds

    Sat Jun 08 – Atlanta, GA – Lakewood Amphitheatre

    Sun Jun 09 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion 

    Tue Jun 11 – Virginia Beach, VA – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater

    Wed Jun 12 – Bristow, VA – Jiffy Lube Live

    Fri Jun 14 – Detroit, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre

    Sun Jun 16 – Tinley Park, IL – Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre

    Tue Jun 18 – Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Center^

    Thu Jun 20 – Boston, MA – TD Garden

    Sat Jun 22 – Hartford, CT – Xfinity Theatre

    Mon Jun 24 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden

    Tue Sep 10 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena

    Wed Sep 11 – London, ON – Budweiser Gardens

    Thu Sep 12 – Montreal, QC – Bell Centre

    Sun Sep 15 – Winnipeg, MB – Canada Life Centre

    Tue Sep 17 – Calgary, AB – Scotiabank Saddledome

    Wed Sep 18 – Edmonton, AB – Rogers Place

    Fri Sep 20 – Vancouver, BC –Rogers Arena

    *Non Live Nation Date

    ^ Without NLE Choppa