NYS Music 2024

Category: Upcoming Shows

  • For KING + COUNTRY Announce 2024 Performances Around the Country Including One in NYC

    Multi-platinum-selling duo, for KING + COUNTRY, is continuing their annual holiday tradition, with the announcement of “A Drummer Boy Christmas | The 2024 Tour Experience,” a series of holiday performances around the country, including a show in New York City. The pair will land in Manhattan for a December 9 show at the Beacon Theater.

    The annual high-octane show that the brother duo has become known for, “A Drummer Boy Christmas,” will showcase an extraordinary production, blending festive visuals with stunning lighting and staging effects. Spanning from December 1 – December 20, the highly anticipated holiday spectacle will come to Los Angeles, California, at The Peacock Theater; New York, New York, at The Beacon Theatre; and Nashville, Tennessee, at the Grand Ole Opry House. In its fifth consecutive year, for KING + COUNTRY will perform at Nashville’s iconic Grand Ole Opry House, marking their second concert residency at the historic venue.

    Additionally, this fall, the duo will embark on a 31-city U.S. tour titled “for KING + COUNTRY Live: The Unsung Hero 2024 Tour,” which kicks off on September 19 in Evansville, Indiana. The tour, which will feature music from their current album “Unsung Hero: The Inspired By Soundtrack,” continues through November 10 in Dallas, Texas, with stops in Milwaukee, St. Louis, Kansas City, Tampa, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Atlanta, Boston, Oklahoma, and many more. The show promises to give audiences an innovative new production unlike any other for KING + COUNTRY show to date. Tickets are currently on sale and can be purchased here.

    Ticket presales for “A Drummer Boy Christmas | The 2024 Tour Experience” will go live on July 23 at 10 a.m. local time, and public sales will follow on July 26. Fans can text the word DRUMMER to 615-257-9555 to receive a unique password.

    Visit here for more information about for KING + COUNTRY. See below for all the “A Drummer Boy Christmas | The 2023 Tour Experience” dates.

    A Drummer Boy Christmas Tour Dates

    12/1/24 – Los Angeles, CA – Peacock Theater

    12/9/24 – New York NY – Beacon Theatre

    12/17/24 – Nashville, TN – Grand Ole Opry House

    12/18/24 – Nashville, TN –  Grand Ole Opry House

    12/19/24 – Nashville, TN –  Grand Ole Opry House

    12/20/24 – Nashville, TN – Grand Ole Opry House

  • Upcoming Live Music at Alexandria Bay’s Riverboat Bar

    Alexandria Bay’s Riverboat Bar is one of the premier spots for live music in Jefferson County. Throughout the Summer, the bar hosts a number of concerts each week, bringing audiences performances of indie, Americana, and more.

    Summer 2024 sees 13 artists from New York State and beyond performing at the Riverboat Bar, bringing audiences plenty of variety.

    Interior of the Riverboat Bar

    Friday, July 19th will feature two sets by Utica’s The Old Main. Led by songwriter Seth Becker, the indie-folk quartet has toured across New York for over a decade. The band combines influences of John Prine and Wilco with stripped down instrumentation to create intimate Americana. Their set will begin at 10pm, with attendance being free. 

    Continuing with folk music, July 20th will feature a free show by CNY group The Rollin’ Rust. Singer-songwriter James VanDeuson leads the group, bringing an edge to traditional Americana. Their evocative songwriting and polished instrumentation has taken them around the country, performing across 45 cities in 2023 alone. Their debut Road Rats was nominated for Best Americana Album at the 2023 SAMMY Awards. They will play two sets beginning at 10pm. 

    On July 26th, the Riverboat Bar will host Syracuse’s Vaporeyes. Vaporeyes plays progressive rock heavily influenced by classic psychedelia. With lush keyboard textures, guitar, and rhythms, the band crafts dreamy musical soundscapes. Vaporeyes will play two free sets, beginning at 10pm. 

    August 2nd will feature a “Local Legendz Showcase,” featuring performances by a host of local musical artists. Holdown Upstate organized this event as part of their mission to increase community involvement in music throughout Upstate New York. This event represents a live version of Holdown Upstate’s “Local Legendz ” radio program highlighting up-and-coming artists from across New York. This free show will begin at 10pm. 

    On August 3rd, Joey Collins and the Creatives will perform at the Riverboat Bar. The trio originates from Watertown, but has played at shows and festivals across the state. Their sound incorporates influences of soul and folk into Indie rock. As part of their return to the Riverboat Bar, Joey Collins and the Creatives will play two free sets, beginning at 10pm. 

    August 9th will feature two sets by Syracuse’s Mike Powell and the Echosound. The band began during the Covid-19 lockdown, as Powell decided to go back to his roots while listening to his record collection. As soon as touring was possible, Powell enlisted musicians from Suracuse’s blues and folk scenes to start the Echosound. All five members collaborate to write lyrics and music for their Americana and rock influenced songs. This show comes after the release of their debut Plastic Spoon Honeymoon in 2023. The show will begin at 10pm, with a $5 cover at the door. 

    On August 10th, Albany’s Hilltop will perform two sets at the Riverboat Bar. The four-piece band began jamming at Mercy College in 2018. The quartet has 100 shows under their belt, blasting out funk-influenced rock numbers for their audiences. Their show will take place during Alexandria Bay’s Pirate Days festival, featuring events and exhibitions across town. Hilltop’s two sets will begin at 10pm, with a $5 cover charge at the door. 

    Connecticut-based funk band One Time Weekend will perform two nights of shows on August 16-17th. Across their two studio albums, One Time Weekend have made a name for themselves as a premier modern funk band. Their sound combines groovy pop melodies with progressive instrumentation. Their live shows bring an unmatched energy, with face-melting riffs and smooth vocals. One Time Weekend will play two sets each night, beginning at 10pm. Guests can buy tickets for $10 at the door each night, or a weekend pass for $15. 

    August 23rd will feature a free concert by Felix Free & the Rxcketeers. Born in Southern California, Felix Free moved to rural Upstate New York, where he honed his craft as a rapper. Free’s intimate lyricism and stage presence can conquer crowds both large and small. With the live band the Rxcketeers behind him, Free will bring his trademark Golden era hip hop stylings to the Riverboat Bar. This free show will begin at 10pm. 

    On August 24th, Connecticut’s Legalized will play two sets with DJ Nick Balkun. Legalized’s music defies genre, combining everything from funk and jazz to punk and psychedelic. With rock instrumentals and saxophone, their music is noisy and experimental yet infectiously groovy. Connecticut’s DJ Nick Balkun will join Legalized, playing a DJ/drum set. This free show will feature two sets starting at 10pm. 

    Double Barrel Blues Band will return to the Riverboat Bar for a weekend residency from August 30-September 1st. The Syracuse quartet plays all types of blues, including more traditional acoustic, and modern amplified styles. With the guitar chops of Mark Cloutier and John Hart, the group are regular nominees at the SAMMY awards blues category. Their residency will feature special guests making for a weekend-long blues-stravaganza. Each residency show is free, beginning at 8pm each night. 

    Double Barrel Blues Band will play at the Riverboat Bar

    Organ Fairchild will kick off September at the Riverboat Bar with two free sets on September 6th. Beginning as a Buffalo-based Grateful Dead cover band in 1983, Organ Fairchild’s members honed their live music abilities in extended jams. In 2020, they rebranded themselves as an instrumental trio, featuring guitar, drums, and organs. The trio’s brand of instrumental funk has brought national renown, playing shows across the East Coast with legends of the jam band genre. Their sets will begin at 10pm. 

    September 7th will feature two free sets by Buffalo-based rock group Johnny Hart & the Mess. The band’s sound can loosely be defined as “alternative,” but combines influences of pop, blues, country, and more. With releases like Moonlite Motel and Neon Eyes the band has established itself as an up-and-comer in New York’s rock scene. Their sets will begin at 10pm.

    Shapes will close out the Riverboat Bar’s summer season with a September 13th performance. Hailing from Toronto, the band’s music combines rock with influences of funk and afrobeat. The band never takes itself too seriously, including witty lyrics and humorous stage banter into their shows. With their groovy instrumentation and funny stage presence, Shapes is sure to keep audiences dancing and laughing all night long. Their two free sets will begin at 10pm. 

    For more information on the Riverboat Bar’s upcoming shows, visit their website here. 

  • Singer-Songwriter Rachael Sage to Perform At Town Crier

    NYC based alt-pop artist Rachael Sage will perform alongside her band, The Sequins at the Towne Crier in Beacon, NY on Aug 11. 

    Anyone with a dinner reservation can hear Sage perform songs off her latest record Another Side. Aside from being a singer-songwriter she is also a visual artist. Her artwork will appear at the Bank Square as part of Beacon Open Studios from July 19 to 21.

    Sage is a woman of many hats. Before her musical career she was a dancer with New York City Ballet. Two decades ago, she started her own independent record label MPress records and has toured with Grammy award winning artists Judy Collins and Shawn Colvin. Sage is also a philanthropist and has helped raise money for WHY Hunger, American Refugee Committee, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Hospital and National Network For Youth. 

    Another Side is the companion album to The Other Side. All the tracks are the acoustic counterparts. The album has a folk-pop sound and the instrumentation breaks down the individual elements to the songs. Her cover of Yazoo’s “Only You” reached #32 on the Mediabase Top 40 radio chart.

    Sage and the Sequins will perform on the Salon Stage at the Town Crier. The venue and cafe hosts a number of local Hudson Valley artists and bands like Ryan Lee Crosby on Aug 16 and Boom Kat on Aug 9.
    To find more information on the show you can visit the Town Crier website here.

  • Pink Talking Fish Announce 2024 Tour With Five Shows in New York

    Pink Talking Fish – the Pink Floyd, Talking Heads and Phish tribute fusion act – has announced a huge fall tour running all the way into December, with five stops in New York State. Along with last month’s New Year’s Run announcement, the rest of 2024 is mapped out for the hybrid phenomenon.

    Known for their mind-blowing live performances, the three-act tribute band Pink Talking Fish has announced a two-leg tour, with stops in Lafayette, Lake George, Tarrytown, Buffalo and Brooklyn.

    Pink Talking Fish is a must-see for any fan of the three bands they cover: Pink Floyd, Talking Heads and Phish. The band features Eric Gould on bass, Richard James on keyboards, Zack Burwick on drums and Cal Kehoe on guitar. 

    The Pink Talking Fish fall tour kicks off in late September and brings the band coast-to-coast through 12 states around the country. Shows start on the East Coast in Tarrytown, NY, and Harrisburg, PA, with the band then heading to the Midwest through Ohio, Illinois and Kentucky.

    For Halloween, the band will be in Portsmouth, NH, at The Music Hall, directly following the annual Portsmouth Halloween Parade. In November, Pink Talking Fish will head to California for the Golden Road Festival in Sanger, along with other shows in San Luis Obispo, Menlo Park, and Auburn.

    Later in November marks a return to the Brooklyn Bowl in NYC with special guest Trukken, a band that performs heavy metal versions of Grateful Dead songs. 

    After the fall tour, Pink Talking Fish will close out the year with a New Year’s Eve run, which includes two-night runs in Mill Valley, CA, and Seattle, WA. 

    For those eager to catch a show as soon as possible, Pink Talking Fish will be performing this weekend in Atlanta, GA, at Buckhead Theatre and Charleston, SC, at The Refinery, joining Allman Brothers Band tribute band Trouble No More for a double bill. 

    Visit here for tickets to any of the shows. See below for the tour graphic and a full written list of dates.

    Pink Talking Fish Tour Dates

    Summer Tour:

    7/19: Atlanta GA at Buckhead Theatre – double bill with Trouble No More

    7/20: Charleston SC at The Refinery – double bill with Trouble No More

    7/25: Jackson WY at Snow King Mountain – King Concerts Series with Moe. & Melvin Seals JGB

    7/26: Steamboat CO at Steamboat Square – Stranahan’s FREE Concert Series

    7/27: Denver CO at Cervantes Other Side

    8/02: Atlantic City NJ at The Tropicana Showroom

    8/03: Westport CT at Levitt Pavilion

    8/04: Lafayette NY at Wonderland Forest – Grateful Getaway: The Eleven

    8/10: Dover NH at Revel In The Meadow

    8/30: Salisbury MA at Blue Ocean Music Hall

    8/31: Lake George NY at Adirondack Independence Music Festival

    9/01: Murphysboro IL at The Shawnee Cave Amphitheater – Weekend At The Cave

    Fall Tour:

    9/27: Tarrytown NY at Tarrytown Music Hall

    9/28: Harrisburg PA at XL Live

    10/09: Cleveland OH at Beachland Ballroom

    10/10: Columbus OH at Woodlands Tavern

    10/11: Chicago IL at Park West

    10/12: Covington KY at Madison Theater

    10/13: Buffalo NY at Buffalo Iron Works

    10/17: Chattanooga TN at Barrelhouse Ballroom

    10/18: Nashville TN at Eastside Bowl

    10/19: Louisville KY at Brown Forman Amphitheater

    10/20: Asheville NC at Asheville Music Hall

    10/31: Portsmouth NH at The Music Hall

    11/01: Hartford CT at Infinity Music Hall

    11/07: San Luis Obispo at SLO Brewing Co

    11/08: Sanger CA at Golden Road Festival

    11/09: Menlo Park CA at The Guild Theater

    11/10: Auburn CA at Odd Fellows Hall

    11/22: Brooklyn NY at Brooklyn Bowl w/s/g Trukken

    11/23: Keene NH at The Colonial Theatre

    12/06: Plymouth NH at The Flying Monkey

    12/07: Burlington VT at Higher Ground

    12/21: Portland ME at State Theatre

    New Years Eve Run:

    12/28-29: Mill Valley CA at Sweetwater Music Hall

    12/30-31: Seattle WA at Nectar Lounge

  • Isaac Mizrahi returns to Manhattan’s 54 Below

    Designer, actor, and musician Isaac Mizrahi will return to Midtown Manhattan’s 54 Below. Back by popular demand, Mizrahi and his band will perform a set titled A Brief History. The performances will take place August 28-31st. 

    Isaac Mizrahi

    Since his youth in Brooklyn, Isaac Mizrahi has devoted himself to the arts. His career began at age 10 when he bought his first sewing machine. By 1987, Mizrahi presented his first fashion line, garnering critical praise. Since then, his clothing has been sold at chains like Bloomingdales and Nordstrom. Mega-stars like Julia Roberts, Natalie Portman, and Nicole Kidman have also sported his styles. 

    This success in the designing industry has allowed Mizrahi to pursue other artistic careers, notably music. Mizrahi views himself foremost as an entertainer. Following shows on E! And Oxygen, Mizrahi grew increasingly notable as a public figure. Using this notoriety, he has directed stage productions across the country, including A Little Night Music and The Magic Flute for the Opera Theatre of St. Louis, and Peter and the Wolf at New York’s Guggenheim. 

    A scene from the Guggenheim’s Peter and the Wolf, directed by Mizrahi

    Included in these artistic endeavors is stage performance. Starting with his show on Oxygen, Mizrahi has performed as a jazz singer. However, Mizrahi’s performance is so much more than just music. The New York Times has described Mizrahi as “a founding father of a genre that fuses performance, art, music and stand-up comedy.” His set at 54 Below – titled A Brief History – lives up to its name including everything from Billie Eilish to Cole Porter. On top of music, his shows contain jokes, cultural references, and sarcastic interjections into song lyrics. 

    Mizrahi will perform at Midtown Manhattan’s 54 Below Club. Broadway producers Tom Viertel, Marc Routh, Richard Frankel and Steve Baruch founded the club to celebrate New York City’s musical talent. 54 Below highlights not only Broadway musicians, but also cabaret, and performers of the Great American Songbook. The club’s intimate environment allows audiences to see their favorite performers in a more somber setting, and allows performers to workshop new materials and collaborate with other artists. Performances at 54 Below have helped develop new Broadway shows and musicals throughout the year. 

    Tony-Winning designers John Lee Beatty, Ken Billington, and Peter Hylenski designed the 140 person dining room, bringing their stage production know-how. The club’s layout makes it so that no tables are further than 24 feet from the stage, ensuring audience members get the best possible experience. The club also has broadcasting and recording capabilities to preserve its 3 nightly shows. With this unparalleled quality, the club received the 2022 Tony Awards Honor for Excellence in the Theatre. Additionally, 54 Below has gained the name “Broadway’s Living Room” for the number of performers who grace its stage. 

    Mizrahi and his band will perform August 28-31st. His set will begin at 7:00pm each night. Various ticket and seating tiers are available, starting at $78.50. For more information on Isaac Mizrahi’s performance, visit the 54 Below website here.

  • Beck To Perform With The Boston Pops At Tanglewood

    Artist and producer Beck will perform alongside the Boston Pops at the Tanglewood concert series on July 23.

    Beck’s vast discography exposes his genre melding experimental music. He rose to fame in the early 1990’s after he moved to NYC as part of the “anti-folk” movement. He moved back to his hometown of Los-Angelos and released his first hit single “Loser” in 1994. It remains his most streamed song on Spotify. 

    Beck has won eight Grammy Awards including Best Male Vocal Performance in 1997 for “Where It’s At.” Recently he has continued to collaborate with many other artists. For his 2019 album Hyperspace, He collaborated with Pharrell Williams. On July 12, Orville Peck and Beck released the alternative country single “Death Valley High.”

    Beck will also be collaborating with the Boston Pops conducted by Edwin Outwater, an esteemed conductor who has made appearances alongside New York Philharmonic, Cleveland Orchestra, Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Philadelphia Orchestra.

    The pops perform throughout the Tanglewood concert series. The venue is located in the Berkshire Hills of Western Massachusetts and is also the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. 
    To purchase tickets to Beck’s performance you can visit the Tanglewood website here.

  • Troy Savings Bank Music Hall Presents Barker Park Kids Series

    The Troy Savings Bank Music Hall Barker Park Kids series returns this Thursday, July 11th. The free outdoor concert series takes place every Thursday at 11am from July 11th through August 29th in the Barker Park playground. 

    Barker Park is located at the corner of 3rd and State Streets. Attendees can play along with the musicians at all the concerts with instruments provided by John Keal Music. Summer Camps and Day cares are welcome to attend enjoy free summer fun with the kids.

    Barker Park Kids Series Dates and Artists

    July 11th: Andy The Music Man at 11:00AM

    Popular children’s musician renowned for the special way he connects with his audiences. A talented guitarist, mandolin player and songwriter, Andy mingles traditional and original songs and novelty, delighting and involving kids through sing-a-longs, dancing, play-acting and storytelling.

    July 18th: Jordan Taylor Hill at 11:00AM
    Jordan is an artist rooted in traditional music from West Africa and the diaspora combined with today’s sounds. His early influence in song writing and performance is coupled in a unique way meant to equally inspire and entertain.

    Barker Park Kids Series

    July 25th: Heard at 11:00AM

    A collective of musicians that bring their skills and passion for world music, jazz and improvising together to create irresistible grooves set in a unique sonic tapestry. Together for a decade, their vibrant sound incorporates influences from West Africa, Brazil, the Caribbean and beyond.

    Barker Park Kids Series

    August 1st: Watch Reggie Run at 11:00AM

    Formed in 2017 by Dave and his son Luke who has autism, WATCH REGGIE RUN, is named after how they spend their time when not making music (watching Luke’s sister Reggie run in Track and XC meets). The father/son duo shares a love of music and has found it to be a great way of connecting despite Luke’s limited communication skills. The songs were all inspired by Luke. It’s fun music for ALL AGES.

    Barker Park Kids Series

    August 8th: Deb Cavanaugh at 11:00AM

    Singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and roots singer Deb Cavanaugh lives in the foothills of the Taconic Mountains, in upstate New York. She plays a variety of styles including blues, rock and traditional folk as well as a variety of instruments. Currently her favorite instrument is the mountain dulcimer.

    Barker Park Kids Series

    August 15th: DJ HollyW8D at 11:00AM

    Originally from Brooklyn, DJ HollyW8D energizes crowds throughout the Upstate New York Capital Region. He has always gravitated to music throughout his life and hopes to bring versatility in his music mixing wherever he goes. Drawing inspiration from many including his mother, Sean P. Diddy Combs and DJ Puffy, HollyW8D aims to inspire others with his daily grind and optimistic energy.

    Barker Park Kids Series

    August 22nd: Ragtime Wind Jammers at 11:00AM

    The “Ragtime Windjammers” play historic tunes meant to illustrate several facets of Jazz music as it developed in America around the turn of the 20th century. Audience participation is encouraged and several volunteers are used to visually illustrate several acoustic ideas.

    August 29th: Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company at 11:00AM

    31-year-old not-for-profit arts organization located in NYS’s Capital Region. ESDC’s commitment to CREATE, COLLABORATE, EDUCATE and PARTNER remains in the forefront as it shares its work with diverse audiences through concerts, showcases, residencies, workshops, educational and community outreach.

  • Playhouse Stage Co. Presents Legally Blonde: The Musical

    Playhouse Stage Company is extending its 36th season with a production of Legally Blonde: The Musical at Cohoes Music Hall. Previews will take place on July 17 and 19, and the production will last through August 11.

    Playhouse Stage Co. presents Legally Blonde: The Musical at Cohoes Music Hall

    Playhouse Stage Co. has been presenting musical theatre productions year-round at the Cohoes Music Hall since 2016. They are continuing that tradition with Legally Blonde: The Musical this summer. The musical comedy based on the beloved movie will feature Playhouse Stage Academy students as well as professional performers. The talented actors will tell the story of sorority girl, Elle Woods, who attends Harvard Law School to follow her ex-boyfriend and finds herself in the process.

    Legally Blonde will have two previews taking place on July 17 at 7:30 PM and 19 at 2 PM for press coverage. For the rest of the run there will be 7:30 PM evening performances on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. 2:00 PM matinee performances on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

    The show is directed and choreographed by Ashley-Simone Kirchner, assistant choreographed by Gabi Bazinet Douglas and Alexis Papaleo, and musically directed by Brandon Jones. Additionally, Scenery is designed by Marc Christopher, costumes are by Minah Tucker, lighting is by PJ Davis, and sound is designed by Tommy Rosati.

    Legally Blonde Cast

    Elle Woods- Selma Fabregas

    Emmett Forest- Jon Maltz

    Paulette Bonafanté- Molly Rose McGrath

    Professor Callahan- Patrick Ryan Sullivan 

    Warner Huntington III- AJ Halsey

    Brooke Wyndham- Gabi Bazinet Douglas

    Tickets are on sale at the Cohoes Music Hall and Playhouse Stage Co. box office. Adult tickets are $35.00, with $25.00 available for Seniors (65 and older). Tickets are $18 for children and students with identification. To purchase tickets online, visit www.playhousestage.org.

  • Albany Institute of History and Art Presents Summer Music at the Museum

    The Albany Institute of History and Art presents their latest free concert series, Summer Music at the Museum. The series will take place on select Wednesdays throughout the months of July and August and feature a number of local musicians, artists, and restaurants.

    summer music at the museum

    In partnership with the Albany Musicians Association and Motion Picture and Television Fund (MPTF), Summer Music at the Museum returns to the Albany Institute as the 2024-2025 season begins. The series consists of three separate performances, each on a select Wednesday of each month. The concert series began with its first performance on Wednesday, June 26. The next scheduled concert is Wednesday, July 17, from 5:00-7:00 pm, featuring The Art D’echo Trio.

    The Art D’echo Trio is a jazz trio hailing from New York’s capital region. Its members are pianist Dave Gleason, bassist Mike Lawrence, and drummer Pete Sweeney. Formed in 2012, The Art D’echo Trio have performed together in multiple jazz combos since they were teenagers. Eventually, the three musicians formed an official jazz trio, bringing their skills to performances all over New York. Over the years, the trio have played everything, from Latin jazz tunes to their own renditions of classic jazz standards, enthralling audiences everywhere they go. Their one-of-a-kind musicianship is inspiring to both lifelong jazz fans and newcomers to the genre. Now, they head to Albany for a stellar performance at Summer Music at the Museum.

    summer music at the museum
    The Art D’echo Trio – official Facebook page

    The next concert for Summer Music at the Museum is scheduled for Wednesday, August 14.

    All concerts for Summer Music at the Museum are free and open to the public. The Albany Institute encourages attendees to bring picnic blankets or camp out on the lawn of the museum. The venue is located at 125 Washington Ave, Albany. For any updates or additional information, visit AIHA’s website, linked here.

  • DMC of Run-DMC Returns to Queens For Cookies and Concerts

    Darryl “DMC” McDaniels of Run-DMC returns to where it all began. Next Saturday (July 20) the 2016 Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award recipient will make an appearance at the Queens Night Market to debut his new cookie brand, Darryl Makes Cookies.

    DMC will be premiering his cookie brand and performing, on the weekend of July 20.
    DMC will headline Summerstage on July 21. Photo by John Shore.

    Late last year, DMC unveiled Darryl Makes Cookies during an appearance at Comic Con. According to McDaniels, the line of cookies and many of his artistic endeavors are intended to bridge generational gaps. As a result the cookies have made a few pop-up appearances, but DMC is officially bringing them home on July 20 at the Queens Night Market. Furthermore, fans and visitors will get a chance to meet DMC and have their cookie bags signed by the rock & roll hall of famer.

    Moreover, the day after, DMC –along with Yonkers native Jadakiss— will headline Capital One City Parks Foundation SummerStage on Sunday, July 21 from 5-9 p.m. in Flushing Meadows Corona Park.

    I’m so excited to be performing in my hometown borough of Queens! I’m bringing things that make people smile… music and the koolest cookies in the universe. This is going to be like the neighborhood block parties we would have that are one of the foundations of Hip Hop. It will be the culture at its finest!

    – Darryl “DMC” McDaniels

    About Queens Night Market

    The Queens Night Market aspires to be NYC’s most affordable, most diverse, and most welcoming community space. The event features over 100 independent, local vendors on Saturday evenings in Flushing Meadows Corona Park from April through October. It maintains a unique $5-$6 price cap on all food items available for sale at the event for inclusivity and accessibility to everyone.

    Since it’s launch in 2015, the Queens Night Market has welcomed approximately three million visitors, helped launch over 400 brand new businesses in New York, and represented over 95 countries through its vendors and their food. In 2023, the event averaged approximately 20,000 attendees each Saturday night. Presently, DMC and the Queens Night Market combine in their common cause towards inclusivity and accessibility for all.

    DMC brought all eyes on the borough with the pioneering music of RUN DMC. We’re beyond ecstatic that DMC is hosting an official launch of Darryl Makes Cookies at Queens Night Market and can’t wait to catch his SummerStage show the day after!

    – John Wang, founder of the Queens Night Market