NYS Music 2024

Category: Upcoming Shows

  • System Of A Down Announce MetLife Stadium Shows with Korn, Aug. 27 & 28, 2025

    Prog Metal legends System Of A Down have announced three stadium events for Summer 2025.

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    The first will take place at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ, on August 27 and 28 with Korn; the second show to be held at Soldier Field in Chicago, IL, on August 31 with Avenged Sevenfold, and the final show at Rogers Stadium in Toronto, ON, on September 3 with Deftones. Special guests Polyphia and Wisp will open for all three shows.

    As the most inspired, impactful, and inimitable rock band of the 21st century, System of a Down has sold over 40 million records worldwide, earned a GRAMMY® Award, and headlined arenas, festivals, and stadiums on multiple continents, worldwide. Formed in Los Angeles, the group have soundtracked personal, political, sonic, and spiritual revolution since the 1998 release of their multi-platinum self-titled debut. The quartet have consistently sold out shows worldwide and regularly register over 23.4 million monthly listeners on Spotify, making them one of the most-listened to rock/alternative bands in the world. System of a Down is Daron Malakian [guitars, vocals], Serj Tankian [vocals, keys], Shavo Odadjian [bass], and John Dolmayan [drums].

    Korn changed the world with the release of their self-titled debut album. It was a record that would pioneer a genre, while the band’s enduring success points to a larger timeless, cultural moment. Since forming, Korn has sold more than 40 million albums worldwide, collected two GRAMMY®s, toured the world countless times, and set many records in the process that will likely never be surpassed. Korn has continued to push the limits of the rock, alternative and metal genres, while remaining a pillar of influence for legions of fans and generations of artists around the globe.

    Korn – Albany, March 2022 – photo by Zak Radick

    Avenged Sevenfold have sold millions of albums worldwide, earned two consecutive No. 1 albums on Billboard’s Top 200 Albums chart (2010’s Nightmare and 2013’s Hail To The King), have over a billion video views and a billion-plus Spotify streams, as well as multiple No. 1 singles on rock radio. The band (comprising M. Shadows, Synyster Gates, Zacky Vengeance, Johnny Christ and Brooks Wackerman) is equally known for their spectacular live shows, selling out arenas and headlining the world’s most prestigious rock festivals as well as always being at the forefront of rapidly changing technology, cultural mile markers, and new ways for communities to engage. 

    Formed in Sacramento, CA in 1988, Deftones are one of the most influential alternative bands in the world. The band, comprised of Chino Moreno, Frank Delgado, Stephen Carpenter, and Abe Cunningham, has released nine studio albums, with the most recent release being GRAMMY®-nominated Ohms. Deftones’ culture is revered as one of the most fervent that exists.

    Tickets will be available starting with an artist presale beginning on Wednesday, December 11. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on-sale beginning on Friday, December 13 at 12 pm at LiveNation.com

  • moe. Announce Bearsville Album Release Shows

    moe. is throwing a party to celebrate the release of their next album, Circle of Giants, at Bearsville Theater in Woodstock. The party is so big, they’re stretching it over two night – Friday, Jan. 17 and Saturday, Jan. 18.

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    The shows at Bearsville are part of the band’s 35th anniversary tour, which includes intimate concerts around the country. Check out full tour details here.

    The upcoming Circle of Giants reiterates the dynamic, genre-defying sound that has contributed to the beloved ensemble’s longevity in the jam world. This album is also the first to feature keyboardist Nate Wilson, who joined the band in 2023–a testament to moe.’s spirit. 

    For hardcore moe.rons, VIP packages are available for Saturday, which features an intimate pre-show set and Q&A, early entry, first dibs at the merch table, a VIP laminate, and an exclusive merch item.

    Circle of Giants is available for pre-order. Tickets for moe. at Bearsville Theater are on sale now – for more info, head to moe.org/tour.

  • Billy Joel and Stevie Nicks Announce Joint MetLife Stadium Show

    Music legends Billy Joel and Stevie Nicks have announced a single tri-state appearance in a joint show at MetLife Stadium in August.

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    Rock and Roll icons in their own rights, Billy Joel and Stevie Nicks’ careers are genuinely unparalleled. 

    The Piano Man himself, Joel is a New York native and is considered one of the most beloved recording artists in history, being the sixth best selling recording artists and the fourth best selling solo artist with a grand total of 160 million records sold worldwide. 

    Joel is one of the most engaging and best-selling live acts of all time with a monumental 150 shows performed at Madison Square Garden alone in what is regarded as one of the greatest arena runs in history.

    photo by Myrna Suarez

    Beloved for both her membership and vocal contributions to Fleetwood Mac and her whimsical solo singer-songwriter works, Stevie Nicks is a walking legend. Having been the first woman inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame twice, Nicks has captivated audiences for decades now with her deft storytelling and sharp songwriting skills.

    With a collective 220 million albums sold under her belt, Nicks is a continuous inspiration for those in the industry and beyond, mentoring younger performers to this day.

    The two iconic musicians will be bringing the best of their musical careers to the MetLife Stadium stage on Friday, August 8. Their first and only tri-state appearance together, the show promises to be an unforgettable once-in-a-lifetime event.

    In addition to the evening being the first of its kind for the duo, August 8 will mark Joel’s first time in East Rutherford since he performed at Continental Airlines Arena in 2002, and Nicks’ return to North Jersey for the first time as a solo act since June of 2012.

    Tickets for the Billy Joel and Stevie Nicks one-time-only show at MetLife Stadium will go live on Friday, December 13 at 10:00 AM. 

  • Sunday Blues Festival Arrives in Saratoga Springs Feb 2025

    Fast Tony Productions has announced the Sunday Blues Festival at The Parting Glass in Saratoga Springs for February 2, 2025.

    Featured Guitarist – Toronzo Cannon

    Headlining the festival is world-renowned blues guitarist and vocalist Toronzo Cannon. This isn’t just another night of great live music—it’s a celebration of the blues in a venue that captures the magic of intimate live performances.

    If you’re a fan of blues, live music, or just good times, this is shaping up to be a night you won’t want to miss. Cannon has become a force to be reckoned with in the world of electric blues. His unique blend of modern Chicago blues, soulful vocals, and electrifying guitar work has earned him rave reviews from all over. Whether he’s ripping through an emotionally-charged guitar solo or delivering a poignant social commentary through his lyrics, Cannon’s performances leave audiences spellbound.

    Fast Tony Productions may be new to Saratoga, but Anthony Mangano-Delaney has already shown his ability to pull off big events. His first show in November 2024, featuring Bywater Call, was a resounding success, drawing a crowd of 150 and setting the stage for continued exciting performances to come. Tony is also eager to see how Fast Tony Productions can carve out its space within the vibrant Saratoga music scene with venues like Caffe Lena, Putnam Place, and SPAC.

    Known for its cozy atmosphere, The Parting Glass is the perfect backdrop for one of Chicago’s brightest blues stars. The festival kicks off at 5:00 PM with non-stop music leading into Toronzo Cannon’s headlining set at 7:30 PM.

    For ticket information on the February 2, 2025, Sunday Blues Festival at The Parting Glass in Saratoga Springs, click here.

  • New York Philharmonic Announce January 2025 Events

    The New York Philharmonic‘s January schedule has been fully announced and will feature 20 concerts throughout the month from Nathalie Stutzmann, Kevin John Edusei, artist-in-residence Yuja Wang, and many more.

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    The Wu Tsai Theater at David Geffen Hall will host these performances in January:

    From January 2–4 and 7, Kevin John Edusei, in his New York Philharmonic debut, will conduct Samy Moussa’s Elysium, Berlioz’s song cycle Les Nuits d’été featuring mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard, and Richard Strauss’s Also sprach Zarathustra.

    On Jan. 8, 9, and 11, Daniele Rustioni, also making his Philharmonic debut, will lead the Overture to Castelnuovo-Tedesco’s The Merchant of Venice, Dvořák’s Violin Concerto featuring soloist Joshua Bell, and Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4.

    On Jan. 12 at 3:00 pm, as part of the New York Philharmonic Ensembles series at Merkin Hall, Philharmonic musicians will perform Haydn’s String Quartet in G major, Turina’s Piano Trio No. 2, Moszkowski’s Suite for Two Violins and Piano, and Britten’s String Quartet No. 1.

    On Jan. 16, 18, and 19, Nathalie Stutzmann, a 2024–25 Artistic Partner, will conduct The Ring Without Words, Lorin Maazel’s orchestral arrangement of Wagner’s Ring Cycle.

    On Jan. 17 at 7:30 pm, the Bach: From Darkness to Light concert, presented by the Anna-Maria and Stephen Kellen Foundation, will take place at The Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine. Conducted by Nathalie Stutzmann, the program includes Cantata BWV 56 (Ich will den Kreuzstab gerne tragen) featuring baritone Leon Košavić (NY Phil debut) and singers from Voices of Harlem, directed by Malcolm J. Merriweather, as well as Cantata BWV 51 (Jauchzet Gott in allen Landen) with soprano Talise Trevigne (NY Phil debut). The evening will also feature Bach’s Sonata sopra il soggetto reale from Musical Offering, performed without a conductor.

    From Jan. 23–25, pianist Yuja Wang will debut as the Philharmonic’s 2024–25 Mary and James G. Wallach Artist-in-Residence. Her residency includes a Kravis Nightcap performance on Jan. 25 at 9:30 p.m., featuring choreographer and ballerina Tiler Peck alongside musicians from the Philharmonic. Additional details about her residency will be announced soon.

    On Jan. 25 at 2:00 pm, David Robertson will present a program celebrating the centennial of Pierre Boulez, featuring works originally curated by the late NY Phil Music Director in 1974. This Sound On series concert includes J.S. Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 3, Schubert’s Symphony No. 2, Webern’s Symphony Op. 21, Boulez’s Pli selon pli: Improvisations sur Mallarmé I and II with soprano Jana McIntyre (NY Phil debut), and Stravinsky’s L’Histoire du soldat Suite.

    Finally, on Jan. 29, 30, and Feb. 1, and 2, Marek Janowski, another NY Phil debutant, will conduct Weber’s Oberon Overture, Mendelssohn’s Piano Concerto No. 1 featuring Beatrice Rana, and Schumann’s Symphony No. 3 (Rhenish).

      Learn more and purchase tickets here.

    • Addison Groove Project Plots 2025 Shows in Boston and Manhattan

      For the first time in over a decade, ’90s jam stalwarts Addison Groove Project will perform live with two shows, one in Boston and another a week later at DROM in the East Village, slated for 2025.

      Addison Groove Project formed in high school in the suburbs outside of Boston, gaining a reputation as a hard working and talented band, performing at festivals including Bonnaroo and across the Northeast, bringing a combo of funk, soul, rock, groove and jazz. The band’s founding bassist, John Hall, passed away in 2004.

      As the band notes, it has been about a lifetime since the group last performed live. Brendan McGinn (vocals/guitar) is now a doctor, Andrew Keith (drummer) is a therapist, Ben Groppe (tenor sax) is a chef, Dave Adams (saxophone) is currently band director at a middle school, and Rob Marscher (keys) continues to play music with Matisyahu and Star Kitchen, on the side of software development gigs.

      With the band each with families at the forefront of their lives, instead of getting together each weekend at iconic New England rock clubs, the band’s group chat has led to a desire to play together again for the first time since 2013.

      The band joked about their absence for fans to “come out in March to see if we’ve still got it or if we should stick to our day jobs.”

      Addison Groove Project will perform in 2025 at The Sinclair in Cambridge, MA on Saturday, March 29, and the following week on Saturday, April 5 at Manhattan’s DROM.

      Tickets are on sale now for the Drom show – General Admission is $32.61 ($25.00 + $7.61 fees) and GA Preferred Seating is $61.38 ($49.99 + $11.39 fees).

    • Stardew Valley: Symphony of Seasons Concert Tour To Stop in Albany

      Put down your farming tools and pick up a program, the Stardew Valley: Symphony of Seasons Concert Tour has announced a show in Albany’s own Palace Theatre in 2025.

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      With over 30 million copies sold across all major platforms and 12 translations, Stardew is a major success for an indie project – a testament to both the passion of the creator and the vibrant fanbase that has been cultivated.

      If you ask anyone passionate about the cozy game genre what they would recommend, one of the first titles to crop up would likely be Stardew Valley.

      An indie title beloved for its open-endedness that allows players to grow crops and livestock, mine in the cavern and fight mysterious hidden monsters within, spend in-game days fishing at sea (or wherever else your heart desires), socialize with the townsfolk, and either take things at your own pace or maximize efficiency to the umpteenth degree, Stardew Valley has something for everyone.

      Largely inspired by its farming simulation predecessor Harvest Moon, players begin the game by learning of their inheritance of their late grandfather’s farm tucked away in a quaint community named Pelican Town. Developed by Eric Barone, colloquially known online as ConcernedApe, Stardew Valley is even more beloved as a solo development venture of Barone’s- a labor of love down to every aspect, especially when it comes to the game’s soundtrack.

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      Curated by Barone himself, Stardew Valley: Symphony of Seasons will transport audiences into the quaint Pelican Town and beyond into all of the whimsical nooks and crannies the Valley and beyond have to offer. This exciting tour will make its stop in Albany on October 30, 2025 at the Palace Theatre.

      A reinvention of the game’s first concert tour which sold out in record time, Festival of Seasons, Symphony of Seasons returns bigger and better with a 35-piece orchestra and entirely new arrangements of tracks from the game spanning Pelican Town to Ginger Island, Calico Desert to the Wizard’s Tower.

      Accompanying the orchestra’s performance will be a screen displaying gameplay from Stardew itself in addition to original content created exclusively for the concert series under ConcernedApe’s supervision.

      “It was a special experience to hear the music of Stardew Valley performed live in concert for the first tour, surrounded by fans of Stardew Valley. But now, with the upcoming Symphony of Seasons, we’ll hear the music in a bigger and grander way, with a larger orchestra and additional songs from the game. I’m really looking forward to it!”

      – Eric Barone (ConcernedApe)

      As with the last set of shows, fans and newcomers alike are encouraged to arrive dressed in their best game-themed clothing and costume. In addition, event-exclusive merchandise will be available to purchase the night of.

      Tickets for Stardew Valley: Symphony of Seasons at the Palace Theatre in Albany on October 30, 2025 will go live on Monday, December 9, 2024 at 9:00 AM. For more information on how to attend and purchase tickets, visit Palace Theatre’s official event page for the whimsical evening here.

    • J. Cole Announces “2014 Forest Hills Drive” Anniversary Show At MSG

      GRAMMY-award winning rapper and producer J. Cole has announced a special one-night-only show on Monday, December 16 at Madison Square Garden to celebrate the 10th anniversary of his third studio album.

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      A rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, basketball player, and self-taught pianist- J. Cole has it all. Having started as the first artist to sign on to Jay Z’s label Roc Nation, each of Cole’s releases has debuted at the top of the Billboard 200 in addition to earning him two Grammys and seventeen nominations, a Billboard Music Award, three Soul Train Music Awards, and eight BET Hip Hop Awards.

      In addition to his own work, Cole has produced for the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Janet Jackson, and Mac Miller. He’s also pursued other ventures like his own record label, taking shape in Dreamville Records.

      Despite his massive commercial success, Cole has avoided a more sanitized pop sound to pursue works that tackle complex and conscious sounds and themes. This passion for pressing matters spread to Cole’s touring habits, introducing his annual ticketed events in 2013 aptly titled “Dollar And A Dream” shows, where fans only have to pay $1 to attend.

      Having been active in the music industry for 15 years, Cole is celebrating the tenth anniversary of his third studio album, 2014 Forest Hills Drive with a one-night-only event at Madison Square Garden.

      In addition to standard tickets, on the day of the show an additional 2,014 tickets will become available for just $1, continuing Cole’s tradition of “Dollar And A Dream” into this once in a lifetime event. Details on the location and time for the special $1 tickets will be revealed day of, limited to an in-person only purchase of one ticket per fan.

      Standard tickets will be available on Wednesday, December 4 at 10:00 AM. For more information on this once-in-a-lifetime one-night-only event and how to attend, check out the event’s official page here.

    • Playhouse Stage Company Kicks Off 37th Season in Cohoes with A Christmas Story: The Musical

      Playhouse Stage Company is set to kick off its 37th season with A Christmas Story: The Musical from Dec 4 to 22.

      Cohoes Music Hall opens with the musical on Wednesday, December 4 at 7pm. Performances continue through December 22nd, with 7pm evening performances Wednesday through Saturday, as well as 2pm matinees on Saturdays and Sundays. The season kicks off with holiday season entertainment for young and old alike.

      A hilarious and heart-warming crowd pleaser, A Christmas Story: The Musical tells the story of nine-year-old Ralphie Parker, who has pinned his hopes on getting a “Red Ryder Carbine Action BB Gun” for Christmas. The musical, with a book by Joseph Robinette, features all the iconic moments from the film, from the leg lamp award, to the bunny suit, to Ralphie’s friend Flick getting his tongue stuck to a frozen metal pole.

      It boasts a soaring, energetic score by Pasek and Paul, known for their work on Dear Evan Hansen, The Greatest Showman and more. The show is based on the 1983 MGM film, as well as the film’s inspiration, the novel In God We Trust: All Others Pay Cash by Jean Shepherd. The musical adaptation premiered on Broadway in 2012, in a production that featured two Playhouse Stage Company students and Capital Region natives, Jack Mastrianni and George Franklin.

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      “A CHRISTMAS STORY: THE MUSICAL.”

      A Christmas Story: The Musical is directed by long-time PSC Director Michael LoPorto, returning to the company after most recently directing the celebrated 2023 production of Something Rotten at Park Playhouse. LoPorto is joined by frequent collaborator Brian Axford as Musical Director. Playhouse Stage Teaching Artist and performer Gabi Bazinet-Douglas makes her PSC choreography debut on A Christmas Story after appearing as Brooke Wyndham in this past summer’s Legally Blonde: The Musical.

      The cast is led by well-known Capital Region actor and Sage Theatre Institute Professor David Baecker, as the show’s narrator, Jean Shepherd, as well as by PSC student Jack Holick as young Ralphie Parker. Joining them in the 26-person cast are Playhouse veterans Molly Rose McGrath and Nick Martiniano as Ralphie’s parents, and PSC Director of Education and Associate Artistic Director Ashley-Simone Kirchner, returning to the stage for the first time since 2019’s Avenue Q to play Ralphie’s teacher, Miss Shields. 

      The 37th Playhouse Stage Company Season continues in February with the dark musical comedy Heathers: The Musical, adapted from the 1989 cult classic film. In addition to productions at Cohoes Music Hall, the company will return to Park Playhouse in Albany’s Washington Park, and Guilderland Performing Arts Center in Tawasentha Park to present free, outdoor musical theatre for the community during Summer, 2025. Details about title selection and schedule will be announced in January.

      For more information on the upcoming show at Cohoes Music Hall – A Christmas Story: The Musical and to purchase tickets, click here.

    • WAV Music Fest Comes to NYC’s UBS Arena in 2025

      The first ever WAV (World A Vibes) Music Fest has been announced for Mar. 28, 2025.

      At UBS Arena, Spice, Skeng, Valiant, and Kraff, with more to be announced, will perform at the first full dancehall show at the venue.

      WAV Fest

      The Jamaican musical genre, dancehall, while historically only finding widespread popularity on the island, has risen in popularity by extraordinary amounts in the past few years. Thanks to advocates such as Nicki Minaj among others, the excitement has culminated in bringing the first-ever Dancehall show to UBS Arena, located only 30 minutes from Penn Station or Grand Central via LIRR in Belmont Park.

      The festival lineup reveals the presence of some of the biggest stars of dancehall, while also featuring many young and exciting talents. The “Queen of Dancehall”, Spice, innovative and top streaming dancehall artists Skeng, Valiant, and the rising star Kraff have been announced to perform. More electrifying artists are set to be announced in the first week of Dec. Nicki Minaj has said of Skeng, “No one is a bigger fan than me!” while Spice has collaborated with major artists such as Minaj, Missy Elliott, Busta Rhymes, and more.

      The organizers highlight New York’s vibrant energy as the perfect setting for the WAV Music Fest, emphasizing a platform to showcase and support emerging talent while fostering cultural and artistic appreciation within society. In the dynamic city of New York, known for its entertainment hub and cultural diversity, the festival aims to provide an unforgettable musical celebration of dancehall.

      Purchase tickets here.