NYS Music 2024

Category: Rock

  • Post Malone To Join Joe Walsh At VetsAid 2024

    Joe Walsh and VetsAid have announced a forthcoming collaboration with Post Malone at this year’s benefit concert. The show, scheduled for November 11 at 7pm at UBS Arena in Belmont Park, NY, will feature the two iconic artists playing material from each of their respective catalogs. This year’s show marks the eighth annual edition of VetsAid which started in 2017 with a show at EagleBank Arena in Fairfax, VA. The two iconic artists will be joined by Eric Church, Toto and Kool & The Gang this year.

    “VetsAid is for EVERYONE: fans of all ages, backgrounds and musical genres,” Walsh explains. “So who better to join the party than Posty – the man who can do it all? And do it so well?! Mix in the best of country with Eric, rock with Toto and funk with Kool and The Gang and you have a VetsAid for the ages. What better way to honor our veterans and their families this Veterans Day than with a night you will never forget?”

    Walsh has also announced the grant recipients that will benefit from the proceeds of this year’s VetsAid. All of the groups are either based in New York or New Jersey or have committed to using these funds exclusively on the ground in New York or New Jersey. Large grant recipients include the Travis Manion Foundation, Fourblock, Hire Heroes Foundation, America’s VetDogs, Vets4Warriors, Our Military Kids, Foundation for Women Warriors, HunterSeven Foundation, and Merging Vets & Players. The Community Grant recipients are Homeward Bound Adirondacks, Project Refit, AMVETS Service Foundation of New Jersey and the North Country Veterans Association.

    Veterans and their wellbeing have always been important to Walsh, a Gold Star son himself whose father died while stationed on active duty on Okinawa when Walsh was not even two years old. His mission is to use this platform to raise funds and awareness for the still urgent and significant needs of our returning soldiers and their families. The establishment of VetsAid and this annual benefit concert is his way of giving back to those who have given so much in sacrifice for this country.

    VetsAid 2023 took place in San Diego and featured performances by Jeff Lynne’s ELO, The Way on Drugs, the Flaming Lips, Lucius and special guest Stephen Stills. The group is committed to curating an exclusive once-in-a-lifetime festival lineup in a different American city each year with a large veteran and military population.

    Tickets are on sale now at www.ticketmaster.com and are priced starting at $54.50. For more information, please visit www.vetsaid.org.

  • How One Man and a Magazine Documented the Music Scene of the Hudson Valley in the 1980’s

    Rock legends can never seem to have enough press. From Rolling Stone magazine and personal memoirs to archived concert footage, the rich history of Rock and Roll is well-documented on the surface level.

    But it’s on the local level that unsung Rock and Roll veterans of their own right typically go unnoticed. Musician and journalist Michael Rabb didn’t want that to happen in the Hudson Valley.

    MusicMachine Magazine
    Michael Raab pictured at a film festival where one of his documentaries was streamed.

    In the late 70’s Raab – who grew up in Cornwall, NY – meticulously documented the music scene of the Hudson Valley for the subsequent decades. In 1979 he created the MusicMachine Magazine and started writing articles about bands in the region. He had first noticed a surge of live music and bands in Orange and Dutchess Counties but became frustrated when local papers didn’t cover the local scene. So armed with an IBM Selectric typewriter, he took matters into his own hands and began publishing his own articles.

    “The region was ready for media coverage in the trenches where it was all happening,” Raab said. “The time was right for Musicmachine Magazine.”

    Raab himself was part of a band called the Jelly Bean Bandits in the 60’s and 70’s. The group worked their way into a record deal with Mainstream Records and recorded an entire album in 12 hours in a studio in Manhattan. (Their 1967 debut self-titled LP still averages a few hundred streams every month on Spotify, Raab informs me.)  

    The Jelly Bean Bandits self-titled LP

    When the band first started out, they played all over the Hudson Valley in places like the Trade Winds nightclub in Newburgh and the Buccaneer in Poughkeepsie. The Bandits would eventually dissolve before releasing any subsequent records but has reunited a few times over the past decades for reunion shows and charity events in the region.

    As the 80’s came around, readership continued to grow for MusicMachine and the magazine expanded. The magazine partnered with brands like Budweiser Beer and even grew to interview stars such as Southside Johnny (of the famed Asbury Jukes)

    A rare interview with Southside Johnny in a 1983 edition of the magazine – photo via Michael Raab and MusicMachine Magazine Archives Facebook Page
    A 1983 edition of the magazine detailing concert ticket winners from a recent giveaway – photo via Michael Raab and MusicMachine Magazine Archives Facebook Page

    In the 90’s, Raab moved to North Carolina but continued to operate the MusicMachine remotely with the help of a friend and eventually sold the magazine to a company that ended up going bankrupt. In North Carolina, Raab also had an eye for the emerging music scene there and purchased a struggling publication called The Beat and eventually sold that as well.

    Later with the advent of the internet, Raab was able to archive video, photos and articles from the MusicMachine and share them with the world. He even made a documentary titled “Hudson Valley Music of the 1980s’, which is now available to watch on his Youtube channel.

    As Michael Raab himself puts it, “that’s the condensed version of an exciting 12 years in mid-Hudson music.”

    To explore more of the rich history of music in the Hudson Valley in the 80’s, check out the archives of the Musicmachine on Facebook: here

    Hudson Valley Music of the 80’s documentary by Michael Raab.

  • Buffalo Music Venue “The Caz” Celebrates Opening Weekend October 17-20 with Help from Local Favorites

    New music venue, The Caz, in Buffalo, celebrates opening weekend Oct 17-20 with some great bands, including Buffalo locals, Johnny Hart & The Mess on Thursday, October 17. October 18 sees NY bands Big Shrimp and Escaper, as well as Buffalo locals, Type Relevant.

    The venue features a restored historic listening room and is designed to provide superior sound and visuals for an unforgettable experience. The Caz is proud to be a venue that not only hosts national and international talent but also champions the incredible musical talent found right in Buffalo.

    With the venue’s opening celebration on the weekend of October 17, The Caz excitedly hosts plenty of talented performers to kick off the upcoming bonanza. The Caz is redefining the live entertainment scene in the heart of South Buffalo. Savor delicious food from the full-time kitchen, complemented by themed cocktails and a selection of local craft beer and spirits.

    Snag your tickets early to secure the best views from our elevated mezzanine and enjoy live performances from top local talent and national touring acts. The Caz is shaping itself up to be the ultimate destination for live shows in Western New York.

    Big Shrimp returns with a fresh lineup and an electrifying sound, ready to make waves in the music world. Hailing from Bridgeport, CT, this versatile quartet features long-standing members Jared Sage Cowen and Jager Soss, alongside new talents Max Perrotti and Matt Takesh. Their evolution from a power trio to a quartet has broadened their musical scope, combining bold progressive fusion rock with innovative, polished new elements.

    Escaper is a New York City band that blends funky jams with progressive psych-rock to create sci-fi dance parties. Known for the chemistry between Will Hanza and Phil Kadet. Escaper has played major Northeast festivals like Northlands, Great South Bay, and Bear’s Picnic. They have shared the stage with the likes of Jon Fishman (Phish), Karl Denson, and members of the Disco Biscuits, Dopapod, and more. Type Relevant is a Buffalo-based hip-hop collective that has been performing across Western New York for nearly two decades.

    Big Shrimp

    For more information on The Caz and to purchase tickets to the upcoming shows, click here.

  • Recording of Allman Brothers Band Final Concert to Be Released

    A recording of the legendary Allman Brothers Band’s final concert at the Beacon Theatre in 2014 is being released on October 25, nearly 10 years since the finale.

    Recording of Allman Brothers Band Final Concert at The Beacon Theatre in 2014 Releasing October 25

    On Tuesday, October 28, 2014, after 45 years of performing the greatest live music in rock history, the Allman Brothers Band had arrived at its final concert. The dream created by Duane Allman in 1969 had come to fruition, gone through triumph and tragedy, joy and sorrow, flourished and faltered, and ultimately persevered to reach the pinnacle of the blues/rock genre. The road had seemingly gone on forever, but, in 2014, the group decided that forever would come to an end at the Beacon Theatre in New York City. 

    On Friday, October 25, in recognition of the 10th anniversary, rock ‘n’ roll history will be shared as the Final Concert 10-28-14 is officially released via Peach Records. Re-mastered here with improved sound quality, Final Concert 10-28-14 will be available digitally on October 25 and as a special 3-CD package with extensive 16-page booklet featuring exclusive photos and liner notes on November 22.

    Recording of Allman Brothers Band Final Concert at The Beacon Theatre in 2014 Releasing October 25

    The Beacon was the appropriate location for the ABB to make its last stand; the Allmans had logged more appearances there than any other venue and had also set a Broadway record, with 237 consecutive sold-out shows at the venerable hall. Starting in 1989, the Allman’s annual run at the Beacon became a rite of passage in Manhattan.

    Fans from around the globe traveled to the Upper West Side to be captivated by the group’s riveting shows. The band wanted a set list that would be a montage of its career, one that would pay homage to the original six – Duane, Gregg, Jaimoe, Butch, Berry Oakley and Dickey Betts – while also drawing from the group’s vast catalogue. With input from everyone, Warren Haynes compiled a spectacular, three-set show. Almost 30 songs, drawn from six ABB albums, along with three strong covers that represented the musical trajectory of the group.

    Track listing for Final Concert 10-28-14:

    Disc 1:

    1. Little Martha 
    2. Mountain Jam 
    3. Don’t Want You No More 
    4. It’s Not My Cross To Bear 
    5. One Way Out 
    6. Good Morning Little School Girl 
    7. Midnight Rider 
    8. The High Cost of Low Living 
    9. Hot ‘Lanta 
    10. Blue Sky 
    11. You Don’t Love Me/ Soul Serenade/ You Don’t Love Me 

    Disc 2:

    1. Statesboro Blues 
    2. Ain’t Wasting Time 
    3. Black Hearted Woman 
    4. The Sky Is Crying
    5. Dreams
    6. Don’t Keep Me Wonderin’
    7. In Memory of Elizabeth Reed
    8. JaMaBuBu
    9. In Memory of Elizabeth Reed (reprise)

    Disc 3:

    1. Melissa
    2. Revival
    3. Southbound
    4. Mountain Jam Reprise
    5. Will The Circle Be Unbroken
    6. Mountain Jam Reprise 2
    7. Whipping Post
    8. Farewell Message
    9. Trouble No More

    “Having joined the Allman Brothers Band in 1991, I had no idea what I was getting myself into as a percussionist joining two drummers on stage. Fast forward 23 years to the last show we played as the Allman Brothers Band. I feel honored to have been part of such a historical musical force that was and is the ABB. Love live the ABB!”

    Percussionist Marc Quinones

    To pre-order and pre-save the Allman Brothers Band final concert 2014, click here.

  • Dirty Honey’s “Can’t Find The Breaks” tour rolls up to Foxwoods Casino

    After playing a successful show at the Huntington Paramount days ago, Dirty Honey brought their “Can’t Find The Breaks” tour to Foxwoods Casino.

    Supporting Dirty Honey was St. Louis natives The Band Feel. The night was the perfect revival of rock and roll by two young and hungry bands.

    Between the hustle and bustle of the casino floor, the Great Cedar Showroom sits in the back. But, an hour away from showtime, fans were lining up at the merchandise booth to pick up memorabilia. This is Dirty Honey’s first time in Connecticut since their March 27, 2022 show at Toads Place. But, before the Los Angeles natives took the stage, at 8:00 sharp, The Band Feel jumped on stage. Due to the casino curfew, they had a shortened setlist.

    Even though The Band Feel’s setlist was short, they didn’t let it deter them from introducing fans to their music. The quartet dressed as if the band was born in the 1970’s and their music matched. They played six songs that – by the end of the set – won the crowd over.

    The quartet features T.J. Steinwart on drums, Tyler Armstrong on guitar, Garret Barcus on lead vocals and Kadin Rea on bass. The four-man group channeled in callings of the Golden Age of rock and roll. It’s easy to see why Dirty Honey would bring them on tour. A young band in Dirty Honey is giving another younger band (The Band Feel) a chance at a national tour and getting the word out there that rock and roll is here to stay.

    After a stage change, quickly, AC/DC’s “Rock ‘n’ Roll Damnation” blasted on the speakers and Dirty Honey made their triumphant return to Connecticut. This was the first time that fans in the area could get a look at new drummer Jaydon Bean. Bean took over for original drummer Corey Coverstone after their debut record. With new songs in their arsenal, the band fully attacked the fans in the Great Cedar Showroom with material from their new record. It was refreshing to hear the band play music from their entire category and not strictly off one album or EP.

    Joining Bean was singer Marc LaBelle, guitarist John Notto and bassist Justin Smolian. The latter three were the three original members of the band and have been the longest-tenured.

    Their new material sounded great. As they plowed through their set, they alternated between older material and new songs. LaBelle’s vocals sounded just like the actual record. If you closed your eyes during the show, you could have been tricked that someone flipped on the record. They sounded great live.

    Something new that has been incorporated in this show – which did not happen at the Toads Place show – was the band extending songs and jamming. During one of their classic songs, “Scars” they added an awesome extended jam. To see Dirty Honey get more comfortable exploring their music and adding diversity and freshness to their music is amazing.

    Like The Band Feel, Dirty Honey dressed straight out of the 1970’s. It was almost like a crossover between The Black Crowes and Aerosmith. Also, their influences of classic rock and roll could be heard seeping through in their music.

    One of the songs off the new record, Can’t Find The Breaks that was one of the standouts of the evening was “Coming Home (Ballad of the Shire).” Before the song started LaBelle announced to the audience that his father and some of his hometown friends were in the audience. During the song, it was extremely quiet, you could hear a pin drop. The audience was transfixed by the acoustic song that captivated the entire theater.

    Immediately after  “Coming Home (Ballad of the Shire),” they plunged into a cover of The Rolling Stones’ “Honky Tonk Woman.” This received a massive roar from the audience. Throughout the night, their logo blinked to the beat of the song creating a visual spectacle.

    From the moment that the band got on stage to the moment that they sang their last song, they did not rest or slow down. Notto was running, duck-walking and arm-swinging the entire night. The smile on his face never waned as fans in front of him cheered and put up the rock and roll horns all night long.

    Even though the lower bowl of the theater had seats, fans treated it like a general admission. For Dirty Honey’s entire set, they were standing, clapping and cheering. Fans and high rollers who sat in the front merged up against the stage to take a closer look at the band.

    Dirty Honey is one of those generational bands that help revive a genre of music. The way they channel classic rock sounds and put elegant, modern twists on them is unforgettable. Even though this is their final leg of the tour supporting their new album, when the chance comes, you have to see them. Every year, their loyal following grows. It will be only a matter of time before they upgrade to the biggest venues in your area.

    The Band Feel setlist: Find a Love, Call It What You Want, G Rock, What of Now, Goodbye Virginia, In The Garden

    Dirty Honey setlist: Can’t Find the Breaks, California Dreamin’, Heartbreaker, Down the Road, Scars, Dirty Mind, Tied Up, Coming Home (Ballad of the Shire), Honey Tonk Woman (Rolling Stones cover), Don’t Put Out the Fire, The Wire, Another Last Time, When I’m Gone, You Make It All Right, Won’t Take Me Alive, Rolling 7s

  • Uncle Ben’s Remedy Releases Sixth Album

    Western New York alternative rock band Uncle Ben’s Remedy have released their sixth album, Saturday Night Swindle.

    Saturday Night Swindle uncle Ben's remedy

    Rooted in the small towns of Western New York, Uncle Ben’s Remedy provides lively performances and unparalleled storytelling to their enthusiastic fanbase throughout the area. With a fascinating blend of punk rock energy and the twang of swampy-backcountry alternative rock, members Ben Westlund, Harmony Griffin, Shawn Huestis, Brendan O’Connor, and Josh Mullin deliver riveting performances of catchy songs and rowdy theatrics time and time again.

    Uncle Ben’s Remedy has returned once more with their newest release, Saturday Night Swindle. Their sixth release since their debut in 2014, the path to this album was not an easy one. With a drummer swap due to their previous decades-long partner having to pass the baton from tinnitus and the recovery of their soundman/busdriver after a bout of cancer, Saturday Night Swindle has certainly been an emotional one to produce- a testament to the band’s dedication to one another and the music they share.

    A masterful entwining of rock, blues, and country sounds, Saturday Night Swindle captures the listener in an indescribable experience of understanding. Perhaps through the emotionally charged lyrics, or the effortlessly moving instrumentals; whatever the reason, Uncle Ben’s Remedy brings you into a conversation that can only be truly communicated through sound. Strings, keys, drums, guitar, horns, vocals that perfectly toe the line between southern twang and alternative rock, and more culminate in Saturday Night Swindle.

    Opening with the narrative-focused “Never Get Caught,” Uncle Ben’s Remedy perfectly balances the story unfolding in the lyrics with kicking instrumentals that perfectly set the tone for the rest of the album, one that promises to take you along for an exciting six track adventure.

    On “From The Outside” and “While Back”, the band leans into the more rock-influenced-country aspect of their sound. “From The Outside” takes on a cowboy on the frontier attitude paired with a concluding echoing duet that reinforces this feeling, the narrator refusing to listen to the words of those meant to tear them down as they trek towards their future unflinchingly.

    “Heartbreaker’s Heart,” leans full-in to the country twang energy with a bright tone and layers upon layers of guitar and strings that practically beg to be stomped along to, and Uncle Ben’s Remedy follows this immediately with “Liquor Wrote These Records”, the kind of song that starts off hard-hitting and concludes by pulling you to the dance floor with an infectious liveliness you can’t refuse.

    The album closes out with “Coming To The Show,” a deeply vulnerable track that perfectly explains why it’s never just music to artists like themselves, wrapping the project in a bow of self-assurance and careful optimism that leaves listeners with a sense of satisfying completion.

    Saturday Night Swindle is out now. To learn more about Uncle Ben’s Remedy their newest release, and future endeavors, visit their website here.

  • Oasis Announce Two Shows at MetLife Stadium

    Iconic English rock band Oasis has announced the North American Leg of their historic OASIS LIVE ’25 world tour which features two shows at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ.

    The North American leg, produced by Live Nation and SJM, will see Oasis play stadiums in Toronto, ON;  Chicago, IL; East Rutherford, NJ; Los Angeles, CA; and Mexico City, MX, next summer with Cage The Elephant as the special guest across all dates. Currently, the Oasis Live ’25 tour boasts shows in at least five countries – UK, Ireland, US, Canada, and Mexico. This historic world tour plans to go to other continents outside of Europe and North America later next year.

    The previously announced dates on the Oasis Live ‘25 tour sold out immediately culminating in the biggest concert launch ever seen in the UK and Ireland, with over 10 million fans from 158 countries queuing to buy tickets. Days after their return, the band claimed their 8th UK No. 1 album with the 30th anniversary of their electrifying debut album Definitely Maybe, while at the same time occupying two other spots in the top 5 UK albums chart. 

    Oasis Live ’25 Tour Dates

    JULY 2025

    4th – Cardiff, UK – Principality Stadium (SOLD OUT)

    5th – Cardiff, UK – Principality Stadium (SOLD OUT)

    11th – Manchester, UK – Heaton Park (SOLD OUT)

    12th – Manchester, UK – Heaton Park (SOLD OUT)

    16th – Manchester, UK – Heaton Park (SOLD OUT)

    19th – Manchester, UK – Heaton Park (SOLD OUT)

    20th – Manchester, UK – Heaton Park (SOLD OUT)

    25th – London, UK – Wembley Stadium (SOLD OUT)

    26th – London, UK – Wembley Stadium (SOLD OUT)

    30th – London, UK – Wembley Stadium (SOLD OUT)

    AUGUST 2025

    2nd – London, UK – Wembley Stadium (SOLD OUT)

    3rd – London, UK – Wembley Stadium (SOLD OUT)

    8th – Edinburgh, UK – Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium (SOLD OUT)

    9th – Edinburgh, UK – Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium (SOLD OUT)

    12th – Edinburgh, UK – Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium (SOLD OUT)

    16th – Dublin, IE – Croke Park (SOLD OUT)

    17th – Dublin, IE – Croke Park (SOLD OUT)

    24th – Toronto, ON – Rogers Stadium* 

    25th – Toronto, ON – Rogers Stadium* (JUST ADDED)

    28th – Chicago, IL – Soldier Field*

    31st – East Rutherford, NJ – MetLife Stadium* 

    SEPTEMBER 2025

    1st – East Rutherford, NJ – MetLife Stadium* (JUST ADDED)

    6th – Los Angeles, CA – Rose Bowl Stadium* 

    7th – Los Angeles, CA – Rose Bowl Stadium* (JUST ADDED)

    12th – Mexico City, MX – Estadio GNP Seguros*

    13th – Mexico City, MX – Estadio GNP Seguros* (JUST ADDED)

    27th – London, UK – Wembley Stadium (SOLD OUT)

    28th – London, UK – Wembley Stadium (SOLD OUT)

    *All of these dates go on sale on Friday, October 4 at 12 pm.

    General ticket on-sale will begin on Friday, October 4 at 12 pm. For more information on the tour and to purchase tickets, click here.

  • Meet Roger Bryan and The Orphans, The Buffalo Artists Merging Grace and Recklessness

    Roger Bryan and The Orphans is a Buffalo-based rock band that boasts sounds of alternative flare and indie spirit.

    They are comprised of vocalist Roger Bryan, drummer Mike Sobieraj, Matt Lavin on bass and Dave Calos on guitar. The band originated in Buffalo in 2008 and have cycled through members before finally finding the core four Orphans.

    The name Roger Bryan and The Orphans comes from the idea that the bandmembers were originally parts of other bands, but these groups dissolved, bringing them together as orphans of their past. The band’s sound contains a mix of soft indie and edgy alternative. The combination of this sound does the band well as they use their dynamic sound to express their musicianship over the years.

    Over the course of 5 albums, multiple EP’s and singles, they have created a catalog of ragged glory that continues to grow and evolve while managing to keep a heart still stitched on its worn sleeve. Their latest album Days or Nights/That’s Life! combines songs from their 2023 EP That’s Life! along with some recent, polished tracks.

    Around seven years in, there were big changes within the band. Mike and Roger found themselves reduced to a duo wondering where exactly to go. Eventually, the duo built it back up with Matt Lavin. Dave Calos was the last to join a couple weeks later.

    Since then, Roger Bryan and The Orphans have released many works, each with their own unique sound. The group does not conform to a single sound, they have dynamic songwriting techniques, and a variety of sound to output. That said, the group’s overall tone is recognizable as something of their own.

    The band has a couple upcoming shows in October and November, both in Buffalo. On October 11 at Jackrabbit music venue and eatery, Roger Bryan and The Orphans see the stage with Johnny Nobody for a live recording of their catalogue. November 16, at the Cave music venue, the band performs for their label Harvest Sum’s 20th anniversary show.

    To learn more about Roger Bryan and The Orphans and to hear their works, head to their Bandcamp by clicking here.

  • The All-Original Music Matinee Hosts Show at The Warehouse in Amityville on October 13

    On the eve of Indiginous People’s Day at The Warehouse in Amityville, Long Island, Original Music Matinee will host an extensive, original, musical bonanza.

    Original Music Matinee

    The show begins at 2pm sharp on October 13 and lasts for eight hours. In that time frame, at least 10 bands are to perform, with a variety of genres in store. All the bases are to be covered here – acoustic to metal to punk to pop and more. The show sees a variety of bands from the Long Island area including Ramener, The Buddy System Forever, Hostile Intent, Sharp Violet, Terror Garden, The Walk-a-bout, Deladie, and Original Gossip.

    Performing as solo acts are fellow Long Island artists Stephen Robinson and Richie Schweers. These two artists kick off the show with their acoustic jams and soulful voices before the heavy metal, punk and hard rock bands take the stage to change the pace. The real kicker is, to see all these talented performers is only 10 bucks.

    The All-Original Music Matinee at Prohibition promotes local artists and bands who create original pieces, contrary to cover/tribute bands. The aim of this organization is to get these up-and-coming, original acts on bills akin to that of tribute bands, like bar venues and event spaces in Long Island.

    Original Music Matinee
    Terror Garden Live at The Village Pub in Long Island

    All-Original Music Matinee Schedule

    2:00-2:30 Stephen Robinson (Solo Acoustic)

    2:45-3:15 Richie Schweers (Solo Acoustic)

    3:30-4:00 Ramener (Metal)

    4:15-4:45 The Buddy System Forever (Indie Punk)

    5:00-5:30 Hostile Intent (Metal)

    5:45-6:15 Sharp Violet (All-girl power punk)

    6:30-7:15 Terror Garden (Hard Rock/Metal)

    7:30-8:15 The Walkabout (Australian rock)

    8:30-9:15 Deladie (Female-fronted melodic punk and metal)

    9:30-10:15 Original Gossip (Rock ‘n Roll)

    Original Music Matinee
    Ramener

    For more information on the upcoming All-Original Music Matinee at The Warehouse and to purchase tickets online, click here.

  • Tesla brings the electricity to the Premier Theater at Foxwoods Casino

    Legendary 80’s band Tesla brought their “Keepin’ It Real” tour to the Premier Theater at Foxwoods Casino. The band in no time sold out the casino’s biggest venue. Even before the opener, Sebastian Bach went on stage, the crowd filed in and packed the theater.

    If you were to go back in time to the late 1980s or early 1990’s the combination of Tesla with Skid Row – Bach’s former band, could have been a reality. Unfortunately for the rock community, getting this amazing duo took a little longer than normal. In the casino, there are strict curfews so Bach went on stage a few minutes past 8:00 p.m. He delivered a heavy set of 12 songs that consisted of Skid Row classics and solo material.

    As fans could have expected, more than half of Bach’s set was Skid Row songs. But, he did kick his set off with one of his newest songs, “What Do I Got to Lose?” off his newest record, Child Within The Man. It was great to hear four of his newer songs and introduce old fans to newer material. The crowd was going wild for him Bach, for each song they would give a thunderous cheer. In response, for the entire time, Bach was smiling ear to ear and his voice was pitch-perfect.

    Despite fighting some technical difficulties with his microphone and the sound, the four-piece band put on an unforgettable show. Joining Bach was his son, Paris on drums, Clay Eubank on bass and Brody DeRozie on guitar. For the entire time they were on stage, they headbanged and hair flipped. That was until they played their last song, “Youth Gone Wild,” but were cut off by the curfew and were forced not to play the song. Heroically though, Tesla brought him back out at the end of their set to play “Youth Gone Wild” and their song, “Signs.”

    PHOTO

    It only took a few short minutes between sets for Tesla to lay siege to the Foxwoods crowd. They jumped right into “Rock Me To The Top,” off of their debut record, Mechanical Resonance. The entire lower bowl of the theater stayed on its feet for the entire performance. Despite big red cushioned chairs behind them, the audience refused and stood in appreciation for the almost two-hour set.

    It’s easy to see why Tesla continues to sell out venues across the country. It’s because they deliver a great performance with so much infectious energy. Guitarist Frank Hannon, for the entire performance, ran back and forth from side to side delivering one of the best performances yet. Behind his yellow sunglasses, he shredded nonstop throughout the show. Whether it was a beautiful double-neck guitar or a classic Gibson, stopping Hanson was not possible.

    Joining Hannon in the band is Brian Wheat on bass, Jeff Keith on lead vocals, Dave Rude on guitar and Steve Brown on the drums.

    They played two new songs off an upcoming record that Hannon says come out around Thanksgiving time. “From the Heart” and the title track, “All About Love” received warm reactions from the audience. If true, this would be Tesla’s first studio record since 2018’s Shock.

    The band played all their greatest hits as well as some deep cuts. This constantly left the audience guessing on what song would be played next. At one point in the set, they played five of their most popular songs in a row which had the audience in a frenzy. “Changes,” “Paradise,” “Call It What You Want” and “Edison’s Medicine (Man Out of Time)” were the perfect final few songs.

    The band played all their greatest hits as well as some deep cuts. This constantly left the audience guessing on what song was next. At one point in the set, they played five of their most popular songs in a row which had the audience in a frenzy. “Changes,” “Paradise,” “Call It What You Want” and “Edison’s Medicine (Man Out of Time)” were the perfect final few songs to be played.

    Usually, Tesla’s first and final song of the encore is “Signs.” The popular song is a cover of Five Man Electrical Band’s version. But, for this show, after Bach’s set got cut by one song, they brought him back out to do a small snippet of “Youth Gone Wild.” This was followed by “Signs” and a great closing moment in the show. During the Bach/Tesla duet, you can tell that Bach appreciated the kind gesture of the band and it goes to show that Tesla does truly care about, not only the fans but the support act as well.

    Tesla’s one-stop at Foxwood’s on their “Keepin’ It Real” tour was well worth it for everyone involved. It was a fantastic throwback to when the 1980s was all about hard rock and metal. The Bach and Tesla pairing was perfect. Bach’s headbanging metal was the perfect balance with Tesla’s power chords and harmonies. If Tesla brings their juggernaut tour back to a New York area, I highly suggest going out and seeing them. They’ll make sure that you get your money’s worth.

    Sebastian Bach setlist: What Do I Got to Lose? Slave to the Grind, Big Guns, Sweet Little Sister, 18 and Life, Freedom, Piece of Me, Everyday Bleeds, Monkey Business, I Remember You, (Hold On) To the Dream,  Youth Gone Wild

    Tesla setlist: Rock Me To The Top, Modern Day Cowboy, Hang Tough, All About Love, Walk Away, Forever More, Heaven’s Trail (No Way Out), Miles Away, Changes, Paradise, Call It What You Want, Edison’s Medicine (Man Out of Time), From the Heart, Love Song, Little Suzi, Signs