Buffalo native Che’ Noir embodies her city’s grit and their cumulative ethos of hard-work with consistent releases over the past five years. Nonetheless, having released Noir Or Never in early 2023, the gritty MC returns with a short EP before the release of another album, Lotus Child.
The Color Chocolate Volume 1 features appearances from Evidence, Your Old Droog, Ransom, and ICECOLDBISHOP and is the first taste of what will be Che Noir’s biggest and busiest year yet. Moreover, the “Quiet Moves” rapper gets to expand on her brand and artistic vision. The colorful and poetic rapper has leaned into her nubian features with incredibly artistic cover art and album themes. Meanwhile, her subject matter often reflects her surroundings in a world and industry that isn’t ready-made for her. On The Color Chocolate Volume 1 Che’ Noir uses her empowering voice to float over several soul samples as she provides insightful narration to the streets.
“I finished my Lotus Child album, and was impatiently waiting for a few features to come back, so I decided to start working on a new project. My work ethic can be a gift and a curse for me” Che mused.
“I am in constant competition with myself and I work very hard, so while I waited, I locked in and recorded for a month straight and picked the best four to put on The Color Chocolate Volume 1 EP. “I’m excited for the world to fully know my art, and who I am. The Color Chocolate Volume 1 EP is just the beginning.”
As the musical landscape evolves sonically, the need for contemporary songs & hymns to connect to the ever-changing world is not lost on tastemakers. While, simultaneously, the United States is creeping closer to its 250th anniversary. With this in mind, the Brooklyn Public Library and Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts announced their latest project, “Anthem to US.” Presented in collaboration with Queens Public Library, “Anthem to US,” invites the public to join together in creating a contemporary song to add to the nation’s songbook.
What is Anthem to US?
Keeping with the anthem theme, the hope is that the final product from the “Anthem to US” will join in with some of America’s unifying musical pieces, such”America the Beautiful”, “We Shall Overcome”, “My Country Tis of Thee”, and “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” In essence, “Anthem to US” will create a modern piece that connects with a new-age audience. Notably, this latest chant is to be a reflection of today’s society, echoing our collective hopes, struggles, and untold histories.
Regulations
Interested participants of all ages have until Tuesday, February 6 at 11:59 pm eastern time to submit their vision for an anthem. Following, up to 160 selected participants will embark on an immersive three-part writing workshop series led by experienced instructors. The workshops will explore themes, song structures and melodies across diverse styles. Furthermore, three applicants will advance to collaborate with composers, including Damien L. Sneed, Jaime Lozano, Martha Redbone and Aaron Whitby, to craft a finished piece.
This project aims to transform the way we create meaningful art by inviting the public to create a piece reflective of their own stories and experiences living in the United States. Music and the written word have always had the power to help us face challenging realities, celebrate moments of triumph and, in the best cases, art fosters unity in the face of divisions.
– László Jakab Orsós, Vice President of Arts and Culture, Brooklyn Public Library.
Selection Process
Eight anthem lyrics (one per workshop series) will emerge from the workshops, and a panel will select three outstanding sets of lyrics from that bunch. Additionally, the three final participants and their anthem lyrics will team-up with composers who will craft a final composition between May and June 2024. The final participants will then showcase their anthems with performances at Brooklyn Public Library and Lincoln Center on Saturday, July 6, 2024.
Furthermore, interested candidates can find more information on the “Anthem to US” official website.
Benny The Butcher releases long-awaited Def Jam studio album, Everybody Can’t Go. Since claiming on X that he would have the best hip hop album on Def Jam since DMX’s debut, Benny has released timely singles in anticipation of the new project. First came the Lil Wayne assisted “Big Dog,” which offered a glimpse into Benny’s renewed vigor and flow.
Moreover, The Black Soprano Family head honcho followed up with “One Foot In” featuring Stove God Cooks, reminding listeners that he hadn’t gone away from his roots. Lastly, Benny released “BRON,” as a final single where he muscles his way into the spotlight with his emphatic delivery.
Everybody Can’t Go: What to Expect
Overall, Benny has delivered 12 tracks produced entirely by Hit-Boy and Alchemist, with a mix of trunk thumpers and soul searching samples as Benny showcases the newfound duality in his music. However, the Buffalo native remains determined not to sell himself out as a result of his Def Jam deal. For instance, as he expands his songwriting and beat selection, the Grammy-nominated street general has made sure to maintain his musical identity. Rather than go for a catchy radio single, Everybody Can’t Go sees Benny challenge himself by trying different cadences, flows and rapping on beats that don’t fit into his gritty, east coast persona.
Furthermore, Benny’s promotional tactics and music video’s have went up another level, surely the benefactor of working on a major label budget. Additionally, Everybody Can’t Go features some of the biggest names in hip hop. Produced entirely by Hit-Boy and Alchemist, the project sees appearances from Lil Wayne, Snoop Dogg and Jadakiss. In like manner, fans are treated to the Griselda linkup between Benny, Conway the Machine and Westside Gunn. Like Benny and Snoop rap on “Back Again,” Everybody Can’t Go signifies that the authentic gangster/street rappers are back to making a mark on the music industry.
The “Johnny P’s Caddy” rapper has put together an honest project that despite the commonplace rapper braggadocio is an ode to self-belief, perseverance and hard-work.
LaMP, featuring Russ Lawton, Scott Metzger and Ray Paczkowski has announced a 10-date Spring tour across the East Coast with stops in the Northeast, Mid Atlantic and Southeast.
Kicking off in April, the run is in addition to two previously announced March shows in Denver and Boulder.
LaMP formed in 2018 for a handful of one-off performances in Vermont. The chemistry between the three was immediate, resulting in a heavy groove, soul jazz sound with plenty of deep funk and technical prowess to spare. During the pandemic, they’d record and release their first studio album. It wasn’t until 2023, however, that the organ/guitar/drums trio found time in their busy schedules to focus energy on LaMP as a priority.
The trio’s musical commitments are far reaching: Metzger is an in-demand studio guitarist and member of Joe Russo’s Almost Dead, while Lawton and Paczkowski have their own duo Soule Monde and are original members of the Trey Anastasio Band. With both live and studio albums in the works and 12 shows planned for the Spring, LaMP five years from their inception is clearly just getting started.
We hit the Northeast pretty hard last Fall and the response was just incredible, lots of big crowds and sold out shows. So we decided that in the Spring it would be fun to play more around those same parts, but to instead find cool rooms outside of the big cities and bring the music to the people in spots a little more off the beaten path.
3/22 – Boulder, CO – Fox Theatre 3/23 – Denver, CO – Cervantes’ Other Side 4/10 – Byfield, MA – Byfield Community Arts Center 4/11 – West Yarmouth, MA – The Music Room 4/12 – Bridgeport, CT – Park City Music Hall 4/13 – Elkton, MD – Elkton Music Hall 4/14 – Morristown, NJ – Homestead Bar & Kitchen *no The 4/23 – Baltimore, MD – The 8×10 4/24 – Richmond, VA – The Broadberry 4/25 – Roanoke, VA – 5 Points Music Sanctuary 4/26 – Asheville, NC – Asheville Music Hall 4/27 – Raleigh, NC – Lincoln Theatre
Emo Orchestra, an orchestral group that specializes in combining with emo music, has announced their spring tour to take place beginning April 17, along with emo-rock band Escape the Fate. The groups will get together to perform their original tracks, as well as emo classics from bands like My Chemical Romance, Panic! At The Disco, and more.
Emo Orchestra in 2023
The tour will begin in Cincinnati, Ohio on April 17, and end May 24 in Portland, Oregon. Along the way, the acts will stop in New York for three dates. Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, Rome Capitol Theatre, and Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts will all be visited on the tour.
“We are so grateful to have been invited by EO to participate in this tour, we have been on the road almost 20 years now so to do something this different and special is very exciting for us as artists and we hope it’s just as exciting for you. I can’t wait to meet and perform with a full orchestra and not only play our songs but some classic personal favorites of mine from other artists, don’t forget to dress fancy. Thank you, EO”
Craig Mabbitt of Escape the Fate
Escape the Fate
Emo Orchestra W/ Escape The Fate Tour Dates
4/17/2024 Cincinnati, OH – Brady Center
4/18/2024 Flint, MI – Capitol Theatre
4/19/2024 Cleveland, OH – TempleLive at Cleveland Masonic
4/20/2024 Carteret, NJ – Carteret Performing Arts Center
4/22/2024 Boston, MA – The Wilbur
4/23/2024 Glenside, PA – Keswick Theatre
4/25/2024 Troy, NY – Troy Savings Bank Music Hall
4/26/2024 Rome, NY – Rome Capitol Theatre
4/27/2024 Patchogue, NY – Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts
5/09/2024 San Antonio, TX – Tobin Center for the Performing Arts
5/10/2024 Austin, TX – ACL Live at Moody Theater
5/11/2024 Plano,TX – Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall
5/12/2024 Wichita, KS – Orpheum Theatre
5/16/2024 Phoenix, AZ – Celebrity Theatre
5/18/2024 Los Angeles, CA – Orpheum Theatre
5/22/2024 Sacramento, CA – Crest Theatre
5/24/2024 Portland, OR – Roseland Theater
Tickets are on sale now, so act fast. To find out more about the tour and to purchase tickets visit EmoOrchestra.com. To learn more about Escape the Fate visit their website, EscapeTheFate.com.
A hallmark event in the North Country of New York, the 2024 Saranac Lake Winter Carnival will kick off later this week, starting February 1 through February 11. The history-rich event is a celebration of Saranac Lake, dating back to 1897 and the longest running event of its kind in the United States.
Winter Carnival button design by Garry Trudeau
Former Saranac Lake resident and Doonesbury cartoonist Garry Trudeau has designed the 2024 Winter Carnival button, lending the influence of 1940s horror and comic books and to accent the “Creepy Carnival” theme. Find out how to pick one up, either by mail or at businesses in Saranac Lake.
As is tradition, the ice castle is being built along the shores of Saranac Lake, with a recent process photo shared on Facebook by Meachele Burgoyne Manchester.
Of course, no Winter Carnival is complete without the live music at The Waterhole all throughout the week. Pick up a week long pass and save! Things kick off on February 2 with Annie in the Water and Organ Fairchild. Get the full scoop and ticket details here.
2024 Saranac Lake Winter Carnival Schedule
Thursday, February 1
11am to 12:30pm & 4pm to 5:30pm: Drop off times for the Winter Carnival Sun Catcher Contest at the NYS Boat Launch to the right of the Ice Palace; display and voting throughout the Carnival. Find info on Sun Catcher Contest.
5:30pm: *23rd Annual Past Royalty Mixer & Dinner – Open to past royalty only, $, at the Red Fox Restaurant
Friday, February 2
All Day Clue Hunt – Available outside History Hut & Gift Shop near the Ice Palace. Are you able to solve the clues in town?
1pm to 5pm: Winter Carnival History Hut & Gift Shop, near the Ice Palace
7:30 pm *Women’s Civic Chamber Coronation of Winter Carnival Royalty, at Harrietstown Town Hall Post Coronation *Winter Carnival Royalty Reception, at the Elks Lodge
Saturday, February 3
All Day Clue Hunt – Available outside History Hut & Gift Shop near the Ice Palace. Are you able to solve the clues in town?
10am to 6pm: Winter Carnival History Hut & Gift Shop, near the Ice Palace
10am: NBT Bank Ice Palace Fun Run at the Ice Palace – 4 miles, at the Ice Palace, State Boat Launch
10am to 3pm: Edward Jones Arctic Golf Build-an-Obstacle Contest (Located at Prescott Park)
10am to 4pm: *Paul Smith’s Booster Club Chocolate Festival, at Romano’s Saranac Bowling Lanes
11am: Long Run Wealth Advisors Curling Exhibition, on Lake Flower near the Ice Palace
11am: *Paul Smith’s College Woodsmen Exhibition, at Riverside Park
12pm: Heat Keepers Icicle Contest, at Riverside Park (icicle check-in at 11:30am)
12pm: Lake Placid Curling Club “Hit the Button” Curling Competition, on Lake Flower & open to all ($)
12:30pm: Saranac Teachers Association Little Ladies Fry Pan Toss, at Riverside Park (for girls 6 to 17, registration from 11am to 12pm)
2:30pm: New Time & Day! LifePower Chiropractic Ultimate Frisbee Games (Saranac Lake High School Football Field, Call 518-637-3238 for details)
1pm: Taylor Rental Ladies Fry Pan Toss, for ladies 18 and up, at Riverside Park (registration 11am to 12:30pm)
5pm to 7pm: *Catholic Daughters/Knights of Columbus Spaghetti Dinner going to local scholarships. (St. Bernard’s School Cafeteria 63 River St $)
7pm: Lighting of the Ice Palace & Hotel Saranac Opening Fireworks Display (roads close at 6:15pm)
Sunday, February 4
All Day Clue Hunt – Available outside History Hut & Gift Shop near the Ice Palace. Are you able to solve the clues in town?
10am to 6pm: Winter Carnival History Hut & Gift Shop, near the Ice Palace
10am to 3pm: Edward Jones Arctic Golf, at Prescott Park
10am to 3pm: *Skate Lake Colby sponsored by Adirondack Health – demos, free skate, straight line drag races for ice skates and kick sleds 2pm to 3pm, at the beach at Lake Colby
10am: *White Stag Downhill Ski Races, at Mt. Pisgah
11:30am: *Arctic Bar-B-Que with Friends of Mt. Pisgah, $, at Mt. Pisgah Ski Center
1pm: The Blue Buns Wheel-a-Palooza, a bathing suit-clad around town bike ride (Located at Ice Palace, State Boat Launch)
2:30pm: Adirondack Lakes and Trails Outfitters Flower Ball, on Lake Flower ice car A “Totally 80s” ice car sculpture in progress on January 27, 2022.
Monday, February 5
All Day Clue Hunt – Available outside History Hut & Gift Shop near the Ice Palace. Are you able to solve the clues in town?
1pm to 5pm: Winter Carnival History Hut & Gift Shop, near the Ice Palace
7pm: *Ecunemical Service (St Lukes Church followed with cider & donuts, Rev Vance Mortinsen & Rev Bill Cooper)
Tuesday, February 6
All Day Clue Hunt – Available outside History Hut & Gift Shop near the Ice Palace. Are you able to solve the clues in town?
1pm to 5pm: Winter Carnival History Hut & Gift Shop, near the Ice Palace
5pm: Winter Carnival Grand Marshall Reception, $, Hotel Saranac
6pm: Winter Carnival Royalty Dinner, $, Hotel Saranac
Wednesday, February 7
All Day Clue Hunt – Available outside History Hut & Gift Shop near the Ice Palace. Are you able to solve the clues in town?
1pm to 7pm: Winter Carnival History Hut & Gift Shop, near the Ice Palace
5pm to 7pm: Family Night at the Palace, sponsored by Hudson Headwaters Health Network, at the Ice Palace, State Boat Launch
6pm: Curtis Lumber Snowshoe Races at Dewey Mountain, all ages
Thursday, February 8
All Day Clue Hunt – Available outside History Hut & Gift Shop near the Ice Palace. Are you able to solve the clues in town?
1pm to 5pm: Winter Carnival History Hut & Gift Shop, near the Ice Palace
6pm: American Management Association Torchlight Skiing & Fireworks, at Mt. Pisgah Ski Center)
Friday, February 9
All Day Clue Hunt – Available outside History Hut & Gift Shop near the Ice Palace. Are you able to solve the clues in town?
10am: Adirondack Bank Innertube Races, at Mt. Pisgah Ski Center
12:30pm to 2pm: Coakley Home & Hardware Children’s Skating Races, at Saranac Lake Civic Center
1pm to 6pm: Winter Carnival History Hut & Gift Shop, near the Ice Palace
2pm to 4pm: Coakley Home & Hardware Family Open Skate, free hot chocolate, at the Saranac Lake Civic Center
7:30pm: *Rotary Club Variety Show; tickets available at Chamber of Commerce, Ampersound, and NBT Bank; $; at Harrietstown Hall
TBD Firefighter’s Broom Ball, at Saranac Lake Civic Center
Saturday, February 10
All Day Clue Hunt – Available outside History Hut & Gift Shop near the Ice Palace. Are you able to solve the clues in town?
10am to 11am: Meet the Winter Carnival Characters at the Ice Palace (Located at Ice Palace)
10am to 6pm: Winter Carnival History Hut & Gift Shop, near the Ice Palace
10am: *CanAm Snow Rugby, at the Saranac Lake High School Track Field
11am: *Paul Smith’s Woodsmen Exhibition, at Riverside Park
12pm: Gala Parade Lineup, register at Nice n Easy Mobile
1pm: Gala Parade presented by Casella Waste and North Country Community College, from the firehouse on Broadway to LaPan Highway
New Time & Day Guide Boat Realty “Storming the Ice Palace” Closing Fireworks Display (Ice Palace)
Sunday, February 11 – Last Day
All Day Clue Hunt – Available outside History Hut & Gift Shop near the Ice Palace. Are you able to solve the clues in town?
10am to 3pm: Winter Carnival History Hut & Gift shop, near the Ice Palace
10am: Community Bank Adult Cross-Country Ski Races, at Dewey Mountain
11am: Bionique Testing Labs Snowflake Volleyball Tournament, at Saranac Lake Civic Center, Rotary Field
11am: Adirondack Lakes & Trails Outfitters Flower Ball, on Lake Flower
12pm: Adirondack Health Youth Cross-Country Ski Races (Dewey Mountain, Call 518-891-2697, Children Event Fees covered by Saranac Lake Kiwanis Club)
12pm to 1:45pm: Face painting before Kiddie Parade (Located at Hotel Saranac)
2 PM: Casella Waste Systems Kiddie Parade from Hotel Saranac to Harrietstown Town Hall
Visit here for a printable Saranac Lake Winter Carnival 2024 schedule and for more info on events and buttons.
10-time GRAMMY-winning and Emmy-winning Justin Timberlake is set for the “Forget Tomorrow” tour spanning the nation this summer, with the pop artist notably stopping at Madison Square Garden (MSG) on June 25 and 26, the Barclays Center on Oct. 7, and Keybank Center on Oct. 21.
Coming off a hiatus, Timberlake has announced his sixth studio album Everything I Thought It Was to be released on March 15, accompanied by the “Forget Tomorrow” world tour which will be the singer’s first tour in five years and fans can expect yet another remarkable music tour.
Timberlake is known for his successful albums like Man of the Woods, The 20/20 Experience, and his debut solo album, Justified released in 2002 which earned him three American Music Award nominations. In addition to music, the singer has made numerous film and TV appearances throughout his career. The singer lent his voice to DreamWorks’ animated film TROLLS, which recently has a third installment, TROLLS BAND TOGETHER. Considered one of Pop icons by fans, the singer’s work has influenced numerous artists including Justin Bieber and even Shawn Mendes.
The Justin Timberlake “Forget Tomorrow” World tour fan club presale begins on January 29, while the general on-sale for all shows, including MSG, begins on February 2 at the singer’s official website.
Justin Timberlake – “Forget Tomorrow” World Tour – North America 2024 Dates
Mon Apr 29 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena
Thu May 02 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena — SOLD OUT
Fri May 03 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena
Mon May 06 – San Jose, CA – SAP Center at San Jose — SOLD OUT
Tue May 07 – San Jose, CA – SAP Center at San Jose – JUST ADDED
Fri May 10 – Las Vegas, NV – T-Mobile Arena* — SOLD OUT
Sat May 11 – Las Vegas, NV – T-Mobile Arena* – JUST ADDED
Tue May 14 – San Diego, CA – Pechanga Arena San Diego — SOLD OUT
Fri May 17 – Inglewood, CA – Kia Forum — SOLD OUT
Sat May 18 – Inglewood, CA – Kia Forum — SOLD OUT
Tue May 21 – Phoenix, AZ – Footprint Center — SOLD OUT
Wed May 29 – San Antonio, TX – Frost Bank Center
Fri May 31 – Austin, TX – Moody Center
Sat Jun 01 – Austin, TX – Moody Center
Tue Jun 04 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena — SOLD OUT
Thu Jun 06 – Tulsa, OK – BOK Center — SOLD OUT
Mon Jun 10 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena — SOLD OUT
Wed Jun 12 – Raleigh, NC – PNC Arena — SOLD OUT
Fri Jun 14 – Tampa, FL – Amalie Arena — SOLD OUT
Sat Jun 15 – Miami, FL – Kaseya Center
Fri Jun 21 – Chicago, IL – United Center — SOLD OUT
Sat Jun 22 – Chicago, IL – United Center — SOLD OUT
Tue Jun 25 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden — SOLD OUT
Wed Jun 26 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden — SOLD OUT
Sat Jun 29 – Boston, MA – TD Garden — SOLD OUT
Sun Jun 30 – Boston, MA – TD Garden — SOLD OUT
Wed Jul 03 – Baltimore, MD – CFG Bank Arena — SOLD OUT
Thu Jul 04 – Hershey, PA – Hersheypark Stadium
Sun Jul 07 – Cleveland, OH – Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse — SOLD OUT
Tue Jul 09 – Lexington, KY – Rupp Arena — SOLD OUT
Mon Oct 07 – Brooklyn, NY – Barclays Center – JUST ADDED
Tue Oct 08 – Newark, NJ – Prudential Center – JUST ADDED
Sun Oct 13 – Washington, DC – Capital One Arena – JUST ADDED
Thu Oct 17 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena – JUST ADDED
Mon Oct 21 – Buffalo, NY – KeyBank Center – JUST ADDED
Wed Oct 23 – Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena – JUST ADDED
Sun Oct 27 – Chicago, IL – United Center – JUST ADDED
Sat Nov 16 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena – JUST ADDED
The New York Youth Symphony (NYYS) has announced they will be appointing John Kilkenny as the new executive director, effective this March. NYYS has been extensively searching for an executive director after their last director of 12 years, Shauna Quill stepped down. Now with a promising future in the hands of John Kilkenny, NYYS is thrilled at what lies ahead.
John Kilkenny has served both the Chattanooga Symphony and Opera and the Sewanee Music Festival, where he was Executive Director. His experience in leading orchestra and chamber music is extraordinary. Mr. Kilkelly has also led programs in composition and has supported music education for aspiring young artists for years.
“We are thrilled to have John at the helm of our organization. John’s experience and impressive knowledge of music education will surely help to propel NYYS to the next level. We are excited to see what John can do as he helps to shape our future and make our mark on young musicians even stronger and more impactful.”
Bill Kappel, President of New York Youth Symphony’s Board of Trustees
As Executive Director, John Kilkenny will be overseeing community outreach, fundraising, artistic programming and marketing. He will also be in charge of all programs throughout the organization from writing and composition to musical theatre, conducting, and the newest orchestra – crescendo.
NYYS at Carnegie Hall
“NYYS is an incredible organization and a fantastic match for my passion and skillset – I cannot wait to get started and write the next chapter! They are one of the premiere arts education programs in the nation – leading the way in the training of young musicians. This is a dream opportunity for me!”
John Kilkenny’s enthusiastic response to his thoughts on being appointed Executive Director of NYYS
For more information on the New York Youth Symphony and its upcoming plans, visit NYYS.org.
CNY Jazz will bring the 2024 Black History Month Cabaret to Syracuse on February 25, featuring Endea Owens.
The celebration will include performances from emerging jazz artist Endea Owens who will perform with The Cookout, her six-piece band.
As a philanthropist and Juilliard graduate, Endea Owens founded the Community Cookout, a non-profit that provides meals and music to underserved neighborhoods in New York City. She has composed for the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and the Cincinnati Orchestra. Apart from her performing every weeknight as a member of Stephen Colbert’s Late Show Band, she is also a “Jazz is Now!” fellow of the National Jazz Museum in Harlem as a presenter, curator, and performer. The singer has a true passion for and teaching, her work has appeared on Jon Batiste’s GRAMMY-winning album We Are and the Oscar-nominated film Judas and the Black Messiah, and H.E.R’s widely acclaimed Super Bowl LV performance.
This event/celebration will also include an honoring of the Pioneer Public Service Award to the New York State Senate President and Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins. The concert performances will be held at 4 p.m. at the Finger Lakes Ballroom of the Marriot in Downtown Syracuse.
Established in 1988, the CNY Jazz Central provides different scholastic and public jazz programs throughout Upstate New York. Their annual performances are more than 150 in total and their growing list of programs and concerts includes the Jazz Cabaret Series, the Northeast Jazz & Wine Festival, the Jazz in the City Public Health Concert Series, the Jazz Vespers Series, the SummerJazz Workshop, the Jazz at the Fair, the Black History Month Cabaret, and more year-round activities in the Jazz Central theater, art-in-education concerts in schools across the region, and more.
The concert will be held at the Finger Lakes Ballroom in Marriott Syracuse Downtown on February 25. Tickets are available here.
Multi-platinum pop-rock band X Ambassadors have announced they will embark on a headlining tour across North America this spring, stopping in Manhattan, plus a hometown show in Ithaca.
Photo by Graham Fielder
The group will make its rounds throughout Canada, and the US, with one stop in Mexico as well. Two New York shows are on the calendar as well – at State Theater of Ithaca and Irving Plaza in Manhattan. X Ambassadors, originally hailing from Ithaca, will return to their hometown for what is sure to be an incredible show on June 1.
X Ambassadors originated in Ithaca as a pop-rock band. The group has performed with acts like Imagine Dragons, Panic! at the Disco, and recently made works with artists from the likes of Rihanna, The Weeknd and SZA. The band has recently relocated from Ithaca to Brooklyn but remain loyal to the crowds of their hometown as they tour across the nation.
The band’s sound certainly has aspects of several different subgenres. They draw large influence from the indie-pop sound, with an acoustic-alternative mashup of sounds with overdrive chords and heavy drumbeats with backing acoustic chords. Their most popular song “Renegades” has over 340 million views on YouTube.
The tour kicks off April 5 in conjunction with the release of their latest album, Townie. Songs from the new album, as well as the band’s classics will be performed on the tour. The dates for the tour in the US will feature support from Rowan Drake and New West. In Canada, the band will see support from Noah Gundersen.
General on-sale begins on Friday, January 26 at 10:00am local time. Full details can be found at XAmbassadors.com.
X Ambassadors 2024 Tour Dates
April 5—Vancouver, BC—Vogue Theatre*
April 6—Kelowna, Canada—Big White Ski Resort
April 9—Calgary, AB—The Palace Theatre*
April 11—Edmonton, AB—Union Hall*
April 12—Saskatoon, SK—Coors Event Centre*
April 13—Winnipeg, MB—Burton Cummings Theatre*
April 16—London, ON—London Music Hall*
April 17—Montreal, QC—Mtelus*
April 18—Ottawa, ON—Bronson Centre*
April 19—Quebec City, QC—Impérial Bell*
April 23—Waterloo, ON—Maxwell’s Concerts and Events*
April 24—Toronto, ON—Danforth Music Hall*
May 4—San Diego, CA—The Observatory North Park+
May 5—Pioneertown, CA—Pappy & Harriet’s+
May 7—San Luis Obispo, CA—Fremont Theater+
May 8—San Francisco, CA—August Hall+
May 10—Portland, OR—The Hawthorne Theatre+
May 11—Seattle, WA—The Showbox+
May 13—Salt Lake City, UT—The Depot+
May 14—Denver, CO—The Ogden Theatre+
May 15—Colorado Springs, CO—Pikes Peak Center+
May 17—Omaha, NE—Slowdown+
May 18—Minneapolis, MN—Varsity Theater+
May 19—Des Moines, IA—Wooly’s+
May 21—Chicago, IL—House of Blues+
May 22—Grand Rapids, MI—Elevation+
May 24—Detroit MI—Saint Andrew’s Hall+
May 25—Milwaukee, WI—The Rave II+
May 26—Cleveland, OH—House of Blues+
May 28—Millvale, PA—Mr. Smalls Theatre+
May 29—Philadelphia, PA—Brooklyn Bowl+
May 31—New York, NY—Irving Plaza+
June 1—Ithaca, NY—State Theatre of Ithaca+
June 2—Boston, MA—Paradise Rock Club+
June 4—Washington, D.C.—9:30 Club+
June 5—Norfolk, VA—The Norva+
June 7—Charlotte, NC—The Underground+
June 8—Atlanta, GA—Buckhead Theatre+
June 9—Nashville, TN—The Basement East+
June 11—Dallas, TX—Granada Theater+
June 12—Austin, TX—Mohawk+
June 14—Phoenix, AZ—The Van Buren+
June 15—Los Angeles, CA—The Fonda Theatre+
June 22—Mexico City, Mexico—Foro Puebla
*with special guest Noah Gundersen +with special guests New West and Rowan Drake
