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  • At Live Dead and Brothers, Sidemen Take Center Stage

    What does the son of an Allman Brothers bassist, a late-60s member of The Grateful Dead, and a studio guitar foil for Dickie Betts have in common?

    All are members of Live Dead and Brothers, a group that pays tribute to the golden era of psychedelic blues by alternating covers of Grateful Dead and Allman Brothers material from the days when the Fillmore was still wide open on both coasts.

    The band’s all-star lineup featured Les Dudek (guitar) from The Allman Brothers Band, original Grateful Dead pianist Tom Constanten, Berry Duane Oakley (bass, vocals) from The Allman Betts Band, Mark Karan (guitar, vocals) from Bob Weir & Rat Dog, Scott Guberman (keyboards, vocals) from Phil Lesh & Friends, and Pete Lavezzoli (drums, vocals) from Oteil and Friends.

    The ensemble formed to revive the magic of the Grateful Dead and Allman Brothers Band’s co-billed concerts during the period of 1969 to 1973, and at times, the twin guitar attack made you wonder what kind of supergroup could have been formed had the Dead and the Brothers ever decided to do more than an encore jam together.

    The tour, which landed in Albany at Empire Live on Friday, marks the final East Coast run for Tom Constanten, who recently announced his retirement (though he will still compose and play local gigs near his home on the West Coast).

    Despite some canceled tour dates due to a health concern earlier this summer, all of the band members looked pretty good. Considering their collective road mileage, the music sounded young and fresh too. 

    Karan, Oakley Jr, Guberman, and Lavezzoli alternated vocal responsibilities, but it was the dueling guitars of Karan and studio legend Les Dudek that really stole the show. Karan played a Les Paul Goldtop for most of the night, channeling the recently departed Dickie Betts, while Dudek’s custom Strat served as a perfect compliment. 

    Particularly on the Allman Brothers tunes, where Dudek pulled out his glass slide to play those buttery Duane-leads, the band was firing on all cylinders. And where their vocal harmonies left something to be desired at times, the twin guitar harmonies on songs like “Blue Sky” and “In Memory of Elizabeth Reed” was Southern Rock personified.

    At times, the two drum approach of both legendary bands was noticeably missing, but Lavezzoli often nailed the swing style of Billy the Drummer, and his impassioned singing on “Stormy Monday” was the best vocal performance of the night. He also crushed his role as Jerry-ballad leader on “High Time”.

    Oakley also turned in a yeoman’s performance, holding down the low end and taking lead vocals on songs like “One Way Out”, a superb “Blue Sky”, and “Statesboro Blues”.

    While it was the Allmans songs that shined brightest, the group got the heavily tie dyed (alebit modest in size) crowd twirling on a “China>Rider” medley where Karan impressively played both the Weir and Garcia parts.

    And if dueling guitars weren’t enough, there were also dueling pianos, or, dueling Nords to be specific. Guberman handled Gregg and Brent-style organ sounds on his Nord Electro 4 and TC did his noodling on a Nord Stage 3. Constanten was erudite as ever with his playful counterpoint lines, though somewhat buried in the mix. That said, the sound in the club was relatively excellent, reminding this listener of what an improvement the Empire Live sound is over the muddy strip mall sound of predecessor clubs Northern Lights and Upstate Concert Hall in Clifton Park.

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    After a brief intermission, the band’s second set leaned hard on Europe ‘72 numbers by the Dead (including a touching “He’s Gone” which reminded me of TC’s advancing age and the many Brothers and Sisters these road warriors have lost). 

    But it was the Allman’s instrumental “Jessica” that garnered the biggest crowd reaction of the night. Dudek, who played on the original recording of the track, handled the slide masterfully, and Guberman channeled Chuck Leavell in his best solo of the evening. 

    “Jessica” has always been a great road song, and was even used as a needle drop in a scene in the movie Field of Dreams when former hippie Ray Kinsella hits the open road in his VW bus. In other words, it makes sense that these longtime sidemen, after years of touring, have their chance to take center stage with a tune that’s helped so many music fans make it down the road another few miles, headed for the next show. 

    While they weren’t “Truckin’ up to Buffalo” the band did come into Albany from a show in Buffalo on Thursday, and of course they played “Truckin’” too. On a night that was a little short on extended jams save for “The Other One”, and the second-set closer “Elizabeth Reed”, a long coda on “Truckin’” got a little weird and was one of my favorite instrumental moments (particularly when they teased Donovan’s “Mountain Jam” riff).

    Hearing “Jessica” and “Truckin’” into “Mountain Jam” was kind of like living out some kind of dream from my youth. I used to alternate a cassette copy of Skeletons in the Closet  and The Best of The Allman Brothers’ back in the days when I could only afford to own a few albums and cassettes instead of the basement-full I have now. And in those days I knew every note on those cassettes and played them until one of them got stuck in the deck. Or, maybe my tapes got melted on a hot summer day when the sun ruined my collection, boiling the plastic cases through the hatchback of my 1990 Ford Probe. In short, alternating Allmans and Dead material took me back to a place,and I could tell it took others in the audience even even further back in time. It also made for one heck of a fun night out.

    Here’s wishing Tom Constanten well on this last leg of his Long Strange Trip. Live Dead and Brothers has a number of tour dates through mid-October and three more dates in New York State in Bethel, Canandaigua, and Syracuse that are well-worth seeking out if you want to wish TC an East Coast farewell.

    Live Dead and Brothers Setlist; Empire Live Albany, 9/27/2024

    Set 1: Turn on Your Lovelight, One Way Out, Hurts Me Too, Blue Sky, Bertha, Stormy Monday, China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider, High Time, Hot Lanta

    Set 2: Hard to Handle, Statesboro Blues, Tennessee Jed, Jessica, He’s Gone, Truckin’ (w/outro jam & “Mountain Jam” tease), Spoonful, Dreams, The Other One, In Memory of Elizabeth Reed

    Encore: Ramblin’ Man – Les Dudek on vocals for the only time all night!

  • The Lawn Sausages to say Farewell After 35 years

    On Oct. 6 at Cohoes Music Hall, the Lawn Sausages will take to the stage together one last time for the “Last Schmaltz.”

    The Lawn Sausages

    The legendary schlock rock band The Lawn Sausages bring their illustrious career of comedic performances to an end with this one final show.

    Founded in 1990 as a joke and in response to a challenge from local singer-songwriter Tina Ward, the band has combined elements of The Three Stooges and Iggy and The Stooges to deliver comedy rock for the drinking man.

    Throughout their career, The Sausages have performed in some of the best dive bars in Capital Land, delivering laughs and rock music for the past three decades. Now, they’re hanging it up, but not without one ‘Last Schmaltz.’

    The band would also like you to know that this won’t be like KISS or Mötley Crüe, who have had more than their share of farewell tours. After this, all we will have are the memories.

    The entire show will be filmed for an upcoming documentary film and all of the smash hits will be played.

    Learn more and purchase tickets here.

  • In Focus: Elephant Gym and Brooklyn’s Own Mei Semones at Music Hall of Williamsburg

    Elephant Gym and Mei Semones have teamed up for a jazzy, math-rocky tour across the Northeast, and it’s outrageously good. Mei Semones and her four-piece band came out casually onto the stage at Music Hall of Williamsburg on Thursday, September 26th. Mei wearing her signature hair charm, a hoodie with the strings tied into a bow, her green artist’s badge stuck to the leg of her cargo pants, and some Nike AF1s.

    Mei’s soft vocals poured through the venue’s many halls and staircases as the crowd filed in, excitement building as she and her ensemble flitted through indie-infused math rock tracks. Semones’ music combines the youthful vocals, twangy guitar, and intricate, punchy drumming of Japanese math rock with her bandmates’ masterful violin, viola, and standup bass backing.

    Noam Tanzer, in particular, was impressive, switching between standup bass, bass guitar, and electric guitar throughout the show. Semones is a masterful guitarist, both electric and acoustic, and her unique playing style is easily the most recognizable aspect of her sound. But the full effect of the lyricism and her live ensemble is indescribable. It truly represents every side of Semones in 3-5 minute chunks, something wholly hers that can’t be replicated or compared.

    Tell, Elephant Gym’s guitarist came out early to put down his setlist, and when people at the front tried to sneak a peak, he hid it behind his bag, telling them it was a surprise. It’s always humorous when artists saunter onto stage well before their set time, and the audience suspends their disbelief long enough to cheer for them to set up and then cheer when they come out a second time. Soon after, KT, the band’s lead singer and bassist, and Chia-Chin, their drummer, came on stage and Elephant Gym was complete.

    After the first song, KT jokingly pointed out that the band’s 10th-anniversary tour also meant that most of their early fans were likely entering their 30s alongside the band. She also lamented about being single and suggested that young single concertgoers look around the room for someone with good music taste to date.

    Elephant Gym talked a bit about their Taiwanese identity and the unique circumstances of Taiwan’s place in the world. They pointed out Taiwan’s position between China and Japan, their belief in democracy, and the mandatory military service that both Tell and Chia-Chin served.

    Japanese Math Rock has clearly influenced Elephant Gym, but making too many comparisons would take away from their music’s intense talent and individuality. In a genre so influenced by jazz, every little electric impulse becomes both melody and a representation of who you are. Typical math rock is very guitar-forward, but KT drives the band, literally and figuratively, letting the base take center stage. This is who Elephant Gym is, and they are wonderful.

    Elephant Gym also poked fun at the cliche of constant merch callouts by bands. They brought up merch every few songs, with some subtle segues and some hilarious nonsequiturs poking fun at the mutual understanding of how vital merch sales are to bands and how there’s no shameless way of asking people to buy stuff from you. KT announced they were going to play a new song, but were nervous, saying, “So if I fuckup some notes … buy some merchandise!” Part of what made this bit so endearing was their candidness about being their own financial advisors, social media managers, and merch designers. The band members divide responsibility like assigning instruments. Like most artists in the modern era, they have to be masters of all to survive.

    Elephant Gym boasted an unreal repertoire, playing an hour and a half of intricate math rock. The memorization required for such a feat is incredible. For their song “Moonset,” which is written in Japanese despite the band not being fluent, Elephant Gym brought Mei Semones back out to sing. The song combined Mei’s sweet, bouncy vocals with more bass-driven funk, forming a perfect jam for the concert’s end.

  • Fall Fest Debuts at Buffalo Central Terminal on October 12

    Fall Fest will debut at Buffalo Central Terminal on October 12. Guests can expect everything from live music, awesome activities and various vendors for a day of fall fun.

    Buffalo Fall Fest

    Fall Fest 2024 features live music and local bands, food trucks, beer and wine vendors, no-mess pumpkin decorating, henna artists and face-painting. Festgoers can also expect carriage rides and photo installations, local vendors for laser engraved products, embellished glassware, clothing, books, syrups, health and beauty care products, and much more.

    The musical artists featured for October 12 are Chuckie Campbell and Diyene. Chuckie Campbell is a hip-hop artist who originated in Buffalo. He plans to dazzle audiences with his impressive wordplay and poetry-forward rapping style. Diyene is a funk-soul-pop fusion band based out of Buffalo as well. Their distinctive sound is characterized by heartfelt lyrics and catchy hooks, delivered through powerful performances bursting with energy.

    “Western New Yorkers have a long history of celebrating fall. On Oct. 12, Fall Fest will combine traditional community aspects of events like Oktoberfest with family-friendly contemporary elements for an unforgettable experience for people all ages.”

    Monica Pellegrino Faix, Executive Director of the Central Terminal Restoration Corp.

    The Fall Fest takes place from 11am to 3pm at 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo. For more information on this free event, click here.

  • Bad Bloom Releases New Shoegaze Single, ‘onion’

    Rochester-based new wave shoegaze band Bad Bloom has released their latest single, “onion.”

    Bad Bloom

    Described as having a goth, grunge gaze sound, Bad Bloom has been evolving traditional genre patterns since their initial release of the three-track Candle in November of 2019. Since their inception, the band has shared the stage with the likes of Ringo Deathstarr, SUUNS, Greet Death, and Pet Fox, with Kal Marks soon to be added to the list.

    Known for pop hooks tucked underneath a distinct shoegaze distortion and riveting instrumentals, members Kate Rogers, Jay Trovato, Travis Johansson, and Jenn Wameling have dedicated themselves to constantly evolving as they experiment with noise through several pedal boards and a determination meld the conventions of the shoegaze genre to their liking.

    Once more, Bad Bloom has delivered upon this promise with their latest release, “onion.” As the title suggests, the track itself and its significance offers listeners several layers to dissect. Rooted in hazy rock instrumentals and dreamy vocals, “onion” explores the feeling of having a dream so enjoyable it’s almost disappointing to find yourself back in the real world once you’ve awakened.

    Rogers, lead vocalist and bassist, penned the track in the hopes of recreating the feelings of innocence, playfulness, and boundless delight that come with a wandering mind- the magic that happens when one is left to their own devices, bored out of their mind and following whatever weird path boredom leads their thoughts down. 

    “onion” is only the first track of many to come from Bad Bloom, being the initial pre-release leading up to their upcoming EP Pepper, to be released later this year. In addition, the band plans to release the official music video for “onion” in October. 

    Bad Bloom is currently on tour, performing at the Bug Jar in Rochester on October 11 and in Kingston on November 1. For more information on future shows, the upcoming Pepper EP, and all of Bad Bloom’s other happenings, visit their Linktree here.

  • After 30 Year Split, Crash Harmony Release New Song “Orange Background”

    Formed at Yale in 1986, NYC-based band Crash Harmony has released the second single from their upcoming first-ever album, No One Asked for This, set to be released on Oct. 18.

    Crash harmony

    “Orange Background” is the newest song from the indie rock group Crash Harmony, and it will be included on their debut album, No One Asked for This, set for release on Oct. 18 through the Montclair, NJ-based label Magic Door Record Label. The band draws influence from acts like The Replacements, Hüsker Dü, Big Star, and R.E.M, contributing to the song’s clear ’90s vibe, which fits it comfortably within the group of other ’90s indie bands, particularly R.E.M.

    Now based in NYC, Crash Harmony consists of Dave Derby (The Dambuilders, Gramercy Arms, Lloyd Cole), Nils Nadeau, Jon Nighswander, and Mike Potenza (The Anderson Council). Formed in 1986 at Yale University, the band played its last gig in May 1988 and hadn’t performed together again until 2022. After more than 30 years apart, they reunited to record this 10-track album, releasing the lead single, “Velour Goddess,” on Aug. 20. The album was recorded with renowned producer Ray Ketchem (Guided by Voices, Luna, Elk City, Gramercy Arms) at Magic Door Recording and is already available for pre-order.

    “‘Orange Background’ is a letter from our college selves to our grown selves and also, in a way, from Generation X to what we have now in the world,” says Nadeau. “It’s also the only one, played back, that might have made me wet-eyed for a minute”.

    Learn more here.

  • Albany Symphony and ESYO Present “Symphony Side-by-Side”

    On Monday, Oct. 14, The Albany Symphony and the Empire State Youth Orchestra will offer the chance to rehearse and perform with a professional symphony orchestra in a “Symphony Side-by-Side” at MVP Arena in Albany.

    Symphony Side-by-Side

    Following the success of last year’s “Movie Music Play-In,” which engaged more than 1,500 people, the Albany Symphony and the ESYO have announced a special free family-friendly event, entitled “Symphony Side-by-Side,” that is designed to engage and entertain audiences of all ages.

    Members of the ESYO along with high school and college students from across the Capital Region, will join forces with the Grammy Award-winning Albany Symphony. Together, they will rehearse and perform, gaining invaluable experience in the professional symphonic performance process. Musicians from both the Albany Symphony and ESYO will perform a dynamic selection of music—ranging from blockbuster hits in film, television, and video games to beloved symphonic classics—while sitting literally side by side.

    ESYO, a not-for-profit organization founded in 1979, has been recognized as a premier music education/performance program for youth and has received three ASCAP awards. 

    The event will culminate in a grand finale featuring community musicians of all ages, celebrating the unifying power of music. For the finale, audience members are invited to join the stage with their instruments for a lively performance of John Williams’ iconic “Imperial March” and Beethoven’s “Ode to Joy.” Community members can choose to participate at different points throughout the concert.

    Families can also enjoy a variety of activities, including an “instrument petting zoo,” where children can explore and try out different musical instruments.

    Learn more here.

  • BADBADNOTGOOD Share the Love at Free Show in the Lower East Side

    BADBADNOTGOOD played a generous 80 minutes of high-energy jazz-rock during a free show at Awake in New York’s Lower East Side, Saturday Sept. 20. The band teamed up with the vintage clothing store as part of a promotional drive for their new three-disc LP, Mid Spiral.

    badbadnotgood
    One incarnation of BADBADNOT.

    The mutating Canadian 5-piece came into the night off a four-night run at the Blue Note, and seemed keen to put their new material through its paces in a way they perhaps couldn’t have at the jazz institution a few blocks north. They looked to create a party atmosphere from minute one, and the revved-up crowd were happy to play along with drummer Alexander Sowinski’s high-octane crowd-work.

    BADBADNOTGOOD have always provided up-tempo moments on their records, but Mid Spiral feels like a departure from their earlier work; it climbs to high altitude on opener Eyes On Me – and stays there for the duration. This makes for a charged live show: four-to-the-floor percussion, supported by a rhythm section that might be at home at a bossa nova show, drive distorted guitar turns and upbeat horns.

    Listeners can detect jazz fusion influences as well as subtle notes of jazz contemporaries Thundercat and Kaytranada; indeed, at several points Sowinski made a point to recognize the band’s musical foundations. Fans of this record would do well to check out those two artists, as well as Dutch 9-man collective Jungle By Night.

    This was somewhat of a bootstrap affair and the performance from BADBADNOTGOOD put the LES tenement building through its paces. During bumpier moments one couldn’t help but throw a concerned eye to the creaking ceiling; at quieter points the crowd was reminded that this vintage clothing store has the acoustics of… well, a vintage clothing store.

    The performance was an interesting exercise in gig-based sensory deprivation: with no stage available, the crowd had to rely on their ears – and their feet – for the full experience. But the record makes for a compelling performance nonetheless as keys, guitar, saxophone, trumpet and drums deftly trade prominence throughout. A pared-back saxophone solo late in the day made for some light relief from the 100 mph efforts up to that point; bandmates were invited back in one by one to reach a thrilling climax to the night – the evening’s high point.

    Sowinski began the show by introducing BADBADNOTGOOD as a group of people who care deeply about music, one another and the direction the world is heading. While this latter point may have felt incongruous with the boutique clothing store setting (not to mention the army of iPhones pointed towards the band), the evening was a thrilling celebration of music and those who come together to enjoy it.

  • Albany Swoons For Teddy Swims at Sold-Out Palace Theatre

    Teddy Swims has become a name synonymous with raw emotion and versatility, and on Thursday night, September 26th at Albany’s Palace Theatre, he proved why he’s one of the most magnetic performers in music today.

    The Atlanta-born singer sold out the venue, bringing his soul-stirring blend of R&B, pop, country, and rock to an adoring crowd as part of his “I’ve Tried Everything but Therapy” tour. Along with a joyous opening set from country-rap artist Breland, fans weren’t just showing up for the music, they came for the connection and they came to party. 

    Teddy Swims sold-out the Palace Theatre in Albany on 9/26/24.

    Opening the night was Breland, a country-rap hybrid artist who’s quickly making a name for himself with his genre-defying sound. His energy was infectious as he performed hits like “My Truck,” “For What It’s Worth,” and “Thick.” He was the perfect warm-up for an audience ready to feel every lyric. Breland’s ability to mix country storytelling with urban beats mirrors Swims’ ability to blend styles, making him a natural opener for this tour. After a brief set-change, it was finally time to jump into the deep end.

    Country-rap crossover artist Breland opening for Teddy Swims in Albany on 9/26/24.

    The bond between Teddy Swims and his fans runs deeper than his music. At the Palace Theatre, it was clear that his audience connects with him on a personal level. This is a guy who wears his heart on his sleeve—quite literally, as his tattoos tell the story of his life and struggles. His heavily inked arms are a reflection of his journey, including a prominent “Create Forever” tattoo that serves as a mantra for the singer. Teddy’s tattoos are more than just ink—they are milestones in his personal journey.

    Each piece is carefully curated to represent his struggles, growth, and commitment to his craft. His body art has become as iconic as his voice, with fans often asking about the stories behind the designs. From lyrics of songs to meaningful symbols that represent family, Swims’ tattoos have become part of his brand. Whether he’s singing about love, heartbreak, or resilience, fans see a part of themselves in his lyrics, and it’s this authenticity that sets him apart.

    Teddy Swims performing at the Palace Theatre in Albany on 9/26/24.

    Opening his performance at the Palace with “Goodbye’s Been Good to You” and “What More Can I Say,” from the moment Teddy and his band, Freak Freely, took the stage, the audience was completely enamored.  With both girls and guys regularly blurting out “I love you, Teddy!”  he was always quick to acknowledge he heard them and that he loves them right back.  After all, as Swims is quick to point out, it’s because of them that he’s allowed to “have the best job in the world.” His one request for the evening was that everyone has fun, stays hydrated and to look after the people in their section to make sure everyone was all good.

    During his set, you could feel the energy in the room shift when he introduced songs like “Broke,” which tackles financial struggles, and “911,” a deeply emotional track about mental health. Following them up with a pair of his most recent singles, “Bad Dreams” and “Funeral,” Teddy’s themes often range from self-empowerment to vulnerability, but at the core of every song is the idea of keeping it real, even when life gets hard. Referencing just how far he’s come since the last time he was in Albany, at the much smaller Empire Live venue down the street in November of 2022, his rocket ship to the top has been full throttle ever since, yet Teddy seems to be the same guy now that local fans fell in love with back then.

    Teddy Swims performing at the Palace Theatre in Albany on 9/26/24.

    Swims rise to fame started humbly, as he began uploading covers to YouTube in 2019. What set him apart was his ability to take on songs from a wide range of genres—everything from Marvin Gaye to Shania Twain—and infuse them with his unique grit and soul. That versatility earned him viral success and a massive following, catapulting him into mainstream success. His cover of “You’re Still the One” went viral, showcasing his vocal power, which, combined with his vulnerability, won over millions.

    Now, with 11 million monthly listeners on Spotify and growing, he’s proving that his original material connects just as much as the covers that brought him into the spotlight. Of the many highlights of the night though, perhaps none was more touching than when Teddy invited his main squeeze out for a duet on the aforementioned Shania cover of “You’re Still the One.” At the end of the song, the two exchanged a heartfelt kiss in the middle of the stage which elicited a HUGE ovation, even bringing some to tears.

    Teddy Swims performing at the Palace Theatre in Albany on 9/26/24.

    While Teddy’s voice is his ultimate instrument, it was the band behind him that brought the music to life. Backing him up on stage was Freak Freely, a tight-knit band of musicians who are as dynamic and versatile as Teddy himself. They seamlessly blend genres, moving from soulful ballads to full-blown rock numbers. The core group includes Addy Maxwell (guitar), Christian Medice (drums), and Kyng Henson (bass), each bringing their own flavor to the sound.

    Their synergy with Swims is palpable, creating an atmosphere where every note feels meaningful. Wowing the crowd with their chops on songs like “Hammer to the Heart,” “Devil in a Dress” and the party anthem “Apple Juice,”  Teddy made sure to give each member of the group ample time to shine in the spotlight too. 

    Teddy Swims performing at the Palace Theatre in Albany on 9/26/24.

    A true man of the people, during various guitar, keyboard and drum solo breaks throughout the night, Teddy could be seen signing autographs and T-shirts that people had brought up to the stage.   He was even totally cool with people being on their phones during the show. In fact, at one point during his song “Simple Things,” he encouraged everyone to text a friend or a loved one that they hadn’t been in touch with for a while, just to let them know you still care. 

    His endearing sentimentality also came through prior to performing “Some Things I’ll Never Know,” in which he admits he still thinks about a particular ex-lover and wonders what could have been, before “hypothetically” wishing she was doing well. The ballads continued with “Last Communion” before 2021’s “Bed on Fire” from his album Unlearning brought the main portion of the show to a close and left the audience begging for more.

    Watch fan shot footage of Teddy Swims performing “Lose Control” live in Albany on 9/26/24.

    Returning to the stage with a huge smile on his face, Teddy would soulfully croon “Tell Me” before an absolutely gorgeous piano solo gave the audience ample time to contemplate life. Following an equally beautiful guitar solo intro by Addy Maxwell, fans finally got the song they had been waiting all night for.  A veritable smash hit with well over 1 billion streams in just over a year, “Lose Control” had people from the very front to the very top of the balcony singing along with every word.  It was one of those concert moments that simply gives you the chills and you knew it was something special.   With time left for just one more song, Teddy Swims sent fans out of the Palace Theatre doors in a near euphoric state with one final hit, “The Door,” bringing the scintillating performance to a close. 

    Teddy Swims performing at the Palace Theatre in Albany on 9/26/24.

    As giddy fans gathered outside, the buzz over what they had just experienced felt palpable. Everyone just knew they had to savor the moment, because everyone knew it would likely be the last time they saw Teddy Swims in a venue this size.  Destined for bigger stages in bigger cities, years from now, people will still be talking about this show and saying “I remember the night Teddy sold-out the Palace and it’s still one of the best concerts I’ve ever seen.”   As Teddy Swims continues his North American tour, he’s gearing up for stops in Boston, Washington D.C., and Philadelphia. His star is only rising, and if his show in Albany was any indication, this is just the beginning. Fans are flocking to see a singer who doesn’t just perform songs—he lives them. Every tear, every smile, every ounce of sweat is real, and that’s why Teddy Swims’ shows feel like much more than a night of music—they feel like a shared experience.

    Teddy Swims | September 26, 2024 | Palace Theatre | Albany, NY

    Setlist: Goodbye’s Been Good to You, What More Can I Say, Broke, 911, Bad Dreams, Hammer to the Heart, All That Really Matters, Devil in a Dress, Funeral, Apple Juice, Simple Things, You’re Still the One*, Some Things I’ll Never Know, Last Communion, Bed on Fire.

    Encore: Tell Me, Lose Control, The Door.

    Breland | September 26, 2024 | Palace Theatre | Albany, NY

       

  • The Park Theater Foundation Announces Adirondack Americana Series

    The Park Theater Foundation has partnered with The Hub in Brant Lake to present the Adirondack Americana music series.

    Adirondack Americana Series

    Founded as a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the Glen Falls community with live entertainment, The Park Theater Foundation has provided a venue for quality and affordable entertainment and educational opportunities in the performing arts for folks in the area time and time again. 

    Their most recent endeavor, Adirondack Americana, is a music series presented in partnership with The Hub. Throughout September and October, an engaging set of indie-americana acts will take the stage at The Hub in Brant Lake to perform live sets that are completely free to the public.

    The Park Theater Foundation

    The first of the Adirondack Americana performances will be a double feature of indie-americana band Mipso member Joseph Terrell and ‘Dream Country’ glitz-and-groove band Blue Cactus on Saturday, September 28.

    Adirondack Americana Series

    The second show on Saturday, October 12 will be performed by Saratoga Springs based band Little Saints, who describes their sound as a healthy blend of americana, indie-folk, and modern soul. 

    The venue for Adirondack Americana is truly one-of-a-kind. The Hub is a bike shop, a bar, a cafe, a concert venue, and more all wrapped into one. With scenic views over a perfect space to bike, hike, or paddle across Brant Lake, The Hub brings folks of all passions together- an energy that matches the Adirondack Americana attitude perfectly.

    Both evenings of free music will commence at 4:00 PM at The Hub. For further information on the performances and how to attend, visit The Park Theater Foundation’s website here.