NYS Music 2024

Category: News Desk

  • Greensky Bluegrass Add Dates To Extensive US Winter Tour

    Greensky Bluegrass, the Michigan-based bluegrass quintet, added additional dates for their upcoming 2024 Winter Tour. In addition to their extensive legs in November and December, the group will make their way across the country with stops in Huntington and Buffalo.

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    The tour’s first leg will begin November 1 in Stateline, NV, and run through November 18 in New Orleans, LA. The group will make their way down to Mexico for the Strings & Sol festival in Puerto Morelos, followed by a series of hometown Michigan shows in Saginaw, Detroit, and Kalamazoo. Finally, they will make their way across the eastern half of the country with dates in Boston, Atlanta, Chicago, DC, and New York’s own Huntington and Buffalo.

    Greensky Bluegrass Upcoming Tour

    Greensky Bluegrass, known for their extensive touring schedules, formed in 2000 in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Their newest singles, “Congratulations and Condolences” and “Get Out,” came following their newest live recording, Courage for the Road: Fall 2021 (Live). 

    Tickets for the November 1-December 31 shows are now on sale. Tickets for the January 11-March 9 shows go on sale November 3 at 10AM EDT.

    Presale tickets are available now and are allotted through a request system. Fans can submit a request for a chance to be selected for tickets to see Greensky Bluegrass. The request period will close on November 1 at 5PM EDT. 

    GREENSKY BLUEGRASS 2023-24 TOUR

    Nov 01 – Harrah’s Lake Tahoe – Stateline, NV

    Nov 02 – Fox Theater – Oakland, CA*

    Nov 03 – The Sound at Del Mar – Del Mar, CA*

    Nov 04 – The Bellwether – Los Angeles, CA*

    Nov 07 – Tower Theatre – Oklahoma City, OK^

    Nov 09 – The Heights Theater – Houston, TX^

    Nov 10 – Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater – Austin, TX^

    Nov 11 – Ferris Wheelers Backyard & BBQ – Dallas, TX^

    Nov 12 – The Espee – San Antonio, TX^

    Nov 15 – JJ’s Live – Fayetteville, AR^

    Nov 16 – Minglewood Hall – Memphis, TN^

    Nov 17 – Sanger Theater – Hattiesburg, MS^

    Nov 18 – The Joy Theater – New Orleans, LA^

    Dec 06-10 – Strings & Sol – Puerto Morelos, Mexico

    Dec 28 – Temple Theatre – Saginaw, MI

    Dec 29 – The Fillmore – Detroit, MI

    Dec 30 – Kalamazoo State Theatre – Kalamazoo, MI

    Dec 31 – Kalamazoo State Theatre – Kalamazoo, MI

    GREENSKY BLUEGRASS ON TOUR

    Jan 11 @ Florida Theatre | Jacksonville, FL 

    Jan 12 @ Miami Beach Bandshell | Miami Beach, FL

    Jan 13 @ Jannus Live | St. Petersburg, FL

    Jan 14 @ House of Blues | Orlando, FL

    Jan 17 @ Charleston Music Hall | Charleston, SC*

    Jan 18 @ The Ritz | Raleigh, NC*

    Jan 19 @ The Fillmore | Charlotte, NC* 

    Jan 20 @ The Eastern | Atlanta, GA* 

    Feb 1 @ College Street Music Hall | New Haven, CT^

    Feb 2 @ MGM Music Hall at Fenway | Boston, MA^

    Feb 3 @ The Fillmore | Philadelphia, PA^

    Feb 4 @ The Paramount | Huntington, NY^

    Feb 7 @ Town Ballroom | Buffalo, NY^

    Feb 8 @ Stage AE | Pittsburgh, PA^

    Feb 9 @ The Anthem | Washington, DC#

    Feb 10 @ The Anthem | Washington, DC^

    Feb 29 @ Val Air Ballroom | West Des Moines, IA%

    Mar 1 @ Palace Theatre | St. Paul, MN%

    Mar 2 @ The Salt Shed | Chicago, IL%

    Mar 3 @ The Sylvee | Madison, WI%

    Mar 6 @ KEMBA Live! | Columbus, OH@

    Mar 7 @ Old Forester’s Paristown Hall | Louisville, KY@

    Mar 8 @ The Ryman Auditorium | Nashville, TN@

    Mar 9 @ The Ryman Auditorium | Nashville, TN@

    May 23-26 @ DelFest | Cumberland, MD

    May 24-26 @ Dark Star Jubilee | Thornville, OH

    July 4-7 @ High Sierra Music Festival | Quincy, CA

    *Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel

    ^Melt

    #Molly Tuttle (solo) 

    %The High Hawks

    @Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country

  • Bernie Williams to debut with New York Philharmonic at Spring Gala

    Former New York Yankees star Bernie Williams has announced he is making his debut with the New York Philharmonic on April 24 at the Philharmonic’s Spring Gala at the Lincoln Center.

    Williams, who won four World Series and the 1996 ALCS MVP as part of the franchise’s dynasty of the late 1990s, is a classically trained guitarist and will perform in the orchestra under the direction of Gustavo Dudamel. He made his debut as a musician during his playing career with the Yankees, releasing his first album The Journey Within in 2003, going on to study guitar and composition at SUNY Purchase, receiving his Bachelor of Music from the Manhattan School of Music in 2016. His 2009 album Moving Forward reached the No. 2 best-selling ranking among U.S. Jazz albums.

    Gustavo Dudamel will formally join the New York Philharmonic in 2026 upon finishing a 17-year tenure as the music director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic. He will conduct the Philharmonic in the Spring Gala, with the soloists consisting of artist, actor, author, and activist Common (in his NY Phil debut), soprano Hera Hyesang Park, and Bernie Williams. The Philharmonic will perform several works side-by-side with student musicians from communities across New York City who are being chosen through auditions to participate in this weeklong celebration. The repertoire will be announced at a later date.

    Gala events will begin with a cocktail reception at 6:00 p.m. on the Leon and Norma Hess Grand Promenade and continue with the concert, at 7:00 p.m., concluding with a post-performance seated dinner, attended by New York Philharmonic musicians, on the Hess Grand Promenade and Hearst Tier 1. Gala dress will be cocktail attire. For more information visit here.

  • Spafford Announces Spring Tour Coming to Brooklyn

    Spafford has announced they are embarking on their highly anticipated Spring Tour, coming to the Brooklyn Bowl on April 20.

    Coming off an incredible and unprecedented 2023 which saw the emergence of Spafford with a revitalized sound and an array of new songs following the addition of keyboardist Cory Schechtman, their iconic type two jams continue to transcend boundaries. This spring tour promises yet another extraordinary musical adventure.

    Spafford is known for their astonishing improvisational ability and off-the-cuff extended jams, painting a picture in real-time each night with a musical palette known only to each other. Each show is a sonic pilgrimage, the journey of a team of musicians so in tune with each other that a single note communicates intent and purpose. Spafford is amongst the most creative and hard-traveling bands on the contemporary jam scene, performing countless sold-out headline dates and high-profile festival sets at Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival, Firefly Music Festival, and many others.

    Spafford’s Spring Tour tickets go on sale this Friday, January 5th at 10 AM EST. You can also check them out in Buffalo on January 17.

    SPRING TOUR DATES:

    3.16  Frozen Dead Guy Days – Estes Park, CO
    3.20  The Broadberry – Richmond, VA
    3.21-23  5 Points Music Sanctuary – Roanoke, VA
    3.24  Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh, NC
    3.26  Tally Ho Theater – Leesburg, VA
    3.28-29  Woodlands Tavern – Columbus, OH
    3.30  Madison Theater – Covington, KY
    4.18  XL Live – Harrisburg, PA
    4.19  The Warehouse at FTC – Fairfield, CT
    4.20  Brooklyn Bowl – Brooklyn, NY

    WINTER TOUR DATES:

    1.10-11  Broad Brook Opera House – Broad Brook, CT
    1.12  Aura – Portland, ME
    1.13-14  Soundcheck Studios – Pembroke, MA
    1.17  Buffalo Iron Works – Buffalo, NY
    1.18  Thunderbird Music Hall – Pittsburgh, PA
    1.19  Beachland Ballroom – Cleveland, OH
    1.20  El Club – Detroit, MI
    1.24  Bell’s Eccentric Cafe – Kalamazoo, MI
    1.25  The Castle Theatre – Bloomington, IL
    1.26  Moontown Brewing Company – Whitestown, IN
    1.27  Thalia Hall – Chicago, IL
    2.02-4  Gem & Jam Festival – Tucson, AZ
    2.22-25  Old Town Pub – Steamboat Springs, CO
    2.29-3.3  The Public House – Crested Butte, CO

  • The Who’s TOMMY Announces Casting for Upcoming Run at the Nederlander Theatre

    The producers of the newly reimagined Broadway production of The Who’s TOMMY have announced full principal casting for the upcoming run at the Nederlander Theatre, with previews beginning March 8 and opening night slated for March 28.

    Producers Stephen Gabriel and Ira Pittelman have selected a handful of actors who will reprise their roles from the Goodman Theatre production in Chicago. Among them are Alison Luff as Mrs. Walker, Adam Jacobs as Captain Walker, John Ambrosino as Uncle Ernie, Bobby Conte as Cousin Kevin, and Christina Sajous as The Acid Queen. The actors join previously announced Ali Louis Bourzgui starring as Tommy Walker, who is reprising his Jeff Award-winning role from the Goodman. Additional casting for The Who’s TOMMY on Broadway will be announced soon.

    Completing the cast are Haley Gustafson, Jeremiah Alsop, Ronnie S. Bowman Jr., Mike Cannon, Tyler James Eisenreich, Sheldon Henry, Afra Hines, Aliah James, David Paul Kidder, Tassy Kirbas, Lily Kren, Quinten Kusheba, Reese Levine, Brett Michael Lockley, Nathan Lucrezio, Alexandra Matteo, Mark Mitrano,  Reagan Pender, Cecilia Ann Popp, Daniel Quadrino, Olive Ross-Kline, Jenna Nicole Shoen, Dee Tomasetta, and Andrew Tufano.

    The new production of The Who’s TOMMY premiered this past Summer at the Goodman Theatre in Chicago where Chris Jones of the Chicago Tribune named TOMMY as #1 in the Best of Chicago Theater list for 2023, saying, “Tommy explodes with life – it’s a truly ready-for prime-time stunner. Broadway has nothing else like this wizardry going on.”

    The Chicago production of The Who’s TOMMY won 9 Joseph Jefferson “Jeff” Awards, the most for any show this season, including Best Director for Des McAnuff and Best Production.

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    Three decades after the epic pop-culture musical theatre sensation first bowed on Broadway, original Tony Award®-winning creators Pete Townshend (music, lyrics, book) and Des McAnuff (book, direction) have reunited to bring the story of Tommy Walker to today’s audiences.

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    Myth and spectacle combine in The Who’s exhilarating 1969 rock opera, TOMMY—including the unforgettable anthems “I’m Free,” “See Me, Feel Me,” “Sensation” and “Pinball Wizard.” After witnessing his father shoot his rival, the young Tommy Walker is lost in the universe, endlessly and obsessively staring into the mirror. An innate knack for pinball catapults him from reticent adolescent to celebrity savior. 

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    The Who’s TOMMY creative team includes choreographer Lorin Latarro (Into the Woods, Mrs. Doubtfire and Waitress); music supervision and additional arrangements by Ron Melrose (Jersey Boys on Broadway, London and National Tour); musical direction and additional orchestrations by Rick Fox (Rent, Jesus Christ Superstar); set design by David Korins (Hamilton, Beetlejuice, Here Lies Love ); projection design by Peter Nigrini (Here Lies Love, MJ and Dear Evan Hansen); costume design by Sarafina Bush (for colored girls…, Pass Over on Broadway); lighting design by Amanda Zieve (Broadway associate on Escape to Margaritaville and Allegiance); sound design by Gareth Owen (Back to the Future, & Juliet and MJ); and wig and hair design by Charles LaPointe (Hamilton, Beautiful). Casting is by Tara Rubin Casting/Merri Sugarman, CSA. Additional Chicago Casting by Lauren Port, CSA and Rachael Jimenez, CSA. Tripp Phillips is the Production Stage Manager and Bespoke Theatricals is General Manager. 

    Pete Townshend’s prior awards for The Who’s TOMMY include a Grammy Award (1993) for the Original Broadway Cast Recording, Tony Award for Best Score (1993), Toronto’s Dora Mavor Moore Award (1995) and the UK’s Olivier Award (1997). For directing The Who’s TOMMY, Des McAnuff received previously, the Tony and Drama Desk Awards (1993), Toronto’s Dora Mavor Moore Award (1995) and the UK’s Olivier Award (1997).

    Tickets to The Who’s TOMMY at the Nederlander Theatre are now on sale at TommyTheMusical.com.

  • moe. Share Statement on Deadly Attack Outside Rochester New Year’s Concert

    Jam band moe. has shared a statement regarding the deadly potential terrorist attack outside their show at the Kodak Center in Rochester on New Year’s Day, which killed two people and injured nine.

    At about 12:50 a.m., 35-year-old Michael Avery from Syracuse drove a Ford Explorer heading eastbound, striking a Mitsubishi Outlander, killing both himself and two passengers in the other car as concertgoers were leaving the Kodak Center after moe.’s show.

    Justina Hughes, 28, of Geneva, Ontario County, and Joshua Orr, 29, of Webster were in the car’s rear in a ride-share. Rochester Police Chief David Smith spoke in a news conference about the incident, saying “Avery sped up, crossed into the oncoming lane of traffic and appears to have intentionally been driving towards the pedestrian crossing.” The collision hit a group of pedestrians who were in the crosswalk, and then two other vehicles. There was an ignited fire that took over an hour to extinguish, and first responders found at least a dozen gasoline canisters in and around Avery’s car.

    Last night’s events outside the Kodak Center have left us all in profound shock and sadness. On a night that was meant for celebration and togetherness, we are faced instead with a tragedy that defies understanding. Our hearts go out to the family and friends of those who lost their lives, and our thoughts are with those who were injured.

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    moe. went on to thank the first responders for their “swift and courageous actions in securing everyone’s safety,” ending the statement by speaking about the resilience of their fans, saying “We believe in the power of music to heal and unite, and it is in this spirit that we will continue to move forward.”

    CNN reported that so far the FBI has not recovered any information that makes them believe this is a terrorist act, but are still looking into it. They do believe it could be an intentional act though, as he drove from Syracuse to Rochester, checked himself into a hotel room, went to the store, and made at least six purchases of gasoline and gas containers between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. that day.

    This story is still developing and is a tragedy for the victims, the band, and all those who were in attendance at the show.

  • Gamehendge Unveiled: Phish Celebrate New Year’s Eve with Theatrical Odyssey

    On Sunday, December 31, 2023, Phish took the stage at Madison Square Garden for the 83rd time, and gave fans an ultimate performance for the conclusion of their annual New Years Eve run celebration. In true Phish fashion, the event bid farewell to 2023 with a spectacular Broadway-style production, immersing the audience in the mythical realm of “Gamehendge,” performing the band’s rock opera for the first time in its entirety in nearly 30 years. 

    This series of shows not only added another feather to the band’s cap, but etched a historic moment in their 40+ year journey. The night kicked off with a powerful performance of “Everything’s Right”, setting the tone for an evening filled with seismic energy. The ground was shaking, sections of audiences were engaged in friendly competition to see who could be loudest. Confetti, glow sticks, and bubbles danced through the air, creating a sensory feast for the devoted crowd. 

    A hallmark of Phish’s New Year extravaganza is the visual surprise ushering in the new year. From scores of clones to airborne hot dogs, the band’s creativity over four decades knows no bounds. This year was no exception, as Phish embarked on a captivating odyssey into the magical world of Gamehendge, a story about the battle to save a once-thriving land. The tale unfolded through the wonderful narration by Broadway actress Annie Golden, renowned for her role in the popular Netflix hit, Orange is The New Black. As the opening notes of “Harpua” resonated, the audience exploded in euphoric bliss.

    The second and third sets unfolded as a vivid retelling of Phish’s legendary folklore in Broadway fashion. Colonel Forbin stumbled upon the mythical universe, Gamehendge, a realm inhabited by The Lizards, now under the oppressive rule of the evil King Wilson. The first to discover this universe, Wilson steals away from the too-trusting species their beloved helping friendly book – a guide to eternal joy and never ending splendor. The stage transformed into a mesmerizing display, featuring a colossal rhombus rising from the ground, enchanting puppets, soaring mockingbirds, and the powerhouse band from Vermont performing each song with more meaning than ever, as die-hard fans were engulfed in waves of joy, laughter, and tears.  

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    As the clock struck past 1AM, fans spilled onto the New York streets, clutching their commemorative cups filled with memories. Phish’s journey continues, with upcoming performances in Mexico for their annual Riviera Maya shows and an eagerly anticipated four night residency at The Sphere in Las Vegas.

    Setlist via Phish.net

    Phish – Madison Square Garden, NYC – Sunday, December 31, 2023

    Set 1: Everything’s Right, Tube, Ether Edge > Reba, Taste, Ruby Waves, A Life Beyond The Dream, Character Zero

    Set 2: Down with Disease, Harpua > The Man Who Stepped Into Yesterday > The Lizards > Punch You in the Eye > AC/DC Bag > Tela > Llama > Wilson > The Sloth > Divided Sky

    Set 3: McGrupp and the Watchful Hosemasters > Colonel Forbin’s Ascent > Fly Famous Mockingbird > Auld Lang Syne > Split Open and Melt, You Enjoy Myself > Loving Cup > Possum

    Encore: Cavern > First Tube > Tweezer Reprise

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  • RMSC Announces Eclipse Experience with fivebyfive

    In collaboration with fivebyfive, the RMSC (Rochester Museum & Science Center) announced they are presenting a one-of-a-kind concert experience with live music and immersive visuals presented on the dome of the RMSC Strasenburgh Planetarium on Jan. 20 and 21, 2024.

    fivebyfive, the artist-led Rochester-based ensemble, formed in 2015 with a simple mission, to engage audiences by performing music of leading and emerging composers. Composed of a flutist, clarinetist, electric guitarist, bassist, pianist, and audio/video engineer, the group advocates for creators who are underrepresented in the field and chooses to collaborate with artists across disciplines, while staying committed to performing new music. fivebyfive has been inspired to connect people in an engaging public event to build awareness and excitement for the upcoming Total Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024.

    “We’re thrilled to be partnering with fivebyfive for this collaborative concert in January,” said Jim Bader, RMSC Strasenburgh Planetarium Director. “Visitors will be able to immerse themselves in newly commissioned works by fivebyfive, while celestial visuals illuminate the Planetarium dome, creating a truly unforgettable atmosphere.”

    The mission of the RMSC is to inspire a better future for all through curiosity, exploration, and participation in science, culture, and the natural world. The RMSC includes the RMSC Museum & Science Center, the RMSC Strasenburgh Planetarium, and the RMSC Cumming Nature Center. Offering experiences at the Museum & Science Center with more than 200 interactive exhibits, the Planetarium with a 65-foot dome screen and several hands-on exhibits, and the Nature Center on 900 acres of land and 14 miles of trails, the RMSC stimulates community interest in exploration.

    fivebyfive will present its eclipse-inspired program Light & Dark: Eclipse Music in Rochester at the Planetarium and other communities within the path of totality. Performances will include newly commissioned works by composers Jessica Meyer, Marc Mellits, Kamala Sankaram, Glenn McClure, and a new arrangement by Julie Herndon. 

    “These concerts will truly be the prelude to the Total Solar Eclipse,” exclaimed Laura Lentz, fivebyfive Artistic Director. “We can’t wait to share this multi-level concert of brand new eclipse-inspired music with new beautiful images, making for an incredible all-sensory eclipse experience!”

    Tickets are now on sale for this one-of-a-kind concert here. The RMSC is also offering experience gift packages for the holidays including tickets to the Light & Dark concert, admission to the RMSC ROC The Eclipse festival, and RMSC eclipse glasses to use for the upcoming Total Solar Eclipse. 

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