Queens’ Forest Hills Stadium was a fitting venue for folk-rock singer-songwriter Hozier‘s Unreal Unearth tour, with the artist playing four back-to-back shows beneath picturesque sunsets in the open air stadium.
Photo by Molly Higgins
Hozier’s New York City dates kicked off June 4, and the atmosphere was cozy as hundreds of fans dressed in whimsical, earth-toned outfits to match the artist’s aesthetic packed the venue.
The artist made his first entrance with his 2024 hit “Too Sweet,” which he noted was his first song to hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. His soulful vocals and expert instrumental skills were captivating, whether he was belting out “Francesca” with a stronger rock influence, or softly strumming “Cherry Wine” from the B-stage with a single acoustic guitar.
Hozier’s stage presence was humble yet commandingâbetween songs, he addressed the audience like old friends. But when each number started, the crowd was left transfixed by the sheer power of his vocals. Fans swayed, sang along, and then exploded into applause between each song as the sun set over Forest Hills.
Hozier’s ongoing tour in support of his 2023 album Unreal Unearth includes three more shows at Forest Hills Stadium June 5, 7, and 8, and is currently scheduled to continue through late November. Additional New York dates include July 7 in Bethel.
Hozier – Forest Hills Stadium – June 4, 2024
Setlist: Too Sweet, Jackie and Wilson, To Be Alone, Dinner & Diatribes, Wildflower and Barley (with Allison Russell), Francesca, Eat Your Young, Cherry Wine, Unknown/Nth, De Selby (Part 1), De Selby (Part 2), From Eden, Would That I, Almost (Sweet Music), It Will Come Back, Movement, Take Me to Church, Like Real People Do, Nina Cried Power, Happy Birthday to You (sung to the tour’s lighting crew chief Kitty Hoffman), Work Song (with Allison Russell)
The Bug Jar, located in Rochester, will be hosting a series of events including parties, concerts, and happy hours throughout the month of June.
Bug Jar – PIX11
Having hosted iconic rock bands like The White Stripes, The Black Keys, and Modest Mouse, Bug Jar has made itself an important figure for musicians and music lovers alike. Since 1991, Bug Jar has given local and regional musicians an energetic, lively space to perform.
In the years since its reopening after the COVID-19 pandemic, the venue has become dominated by shows in the punk, metal, and hardcore scenes. With an eclectic interior design including two large bugs greeting customers at the door, the venue has been a safe space for creativity, boldness, and originality to shine.
This June, Bug Jar will be hosting a series of concerts and parties for fans of all genres. All events are 21+, with special tickets being sold for guests ages 18-20 for certain events.
6/9 – Jenny Don’t And The Spurs & Jazz Goons – 8pm
For the past 10 years, Country/Western band Jenny Don’t and the Spurs have been cultivating a vast international following through extensive tours across Europe, Australia, and New Zealand and performances in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Mexico. They will play alongside Jazz Goons on Sunday, June 9th.
6/14 – The Thrifts / The Macks / Mary Shelley – 8pm
A night of speaker-blasting rock and roll comes to the Bug Jar on Friday June 14th. Join the three rock bands: Rochester’s own The Thrifts, Portland-based The Macks, and Brooklyn-born Punk band Mary Shelley, who are rocking out in Rochester.
Punk band Mary Shelley
6/15 – University Drive / Anchor / Into the Light – 8pm
University Drive is an Alternative Rock band hailing from Scranton, Pennsylvania. Emulating a sound similar to Nirvana, Weezer, and The Front Bottoms, join them along with local bands Anchor and Into the Light for a night of nostalgic alt-rock at the Bug Jar on Saturday, June 15th.
University Drive – First Avenue
6/21 – MAKEITSTOP / Nobody No One / Shark Arms / picknumber3mylord – 8pm
Following the release of their newest self-titled EP, post-hardcore powerhouse MAKEITSTOP comes to Bug Jar on Friday, June 21 for a night of garage band style nostalgia. They will be joined by local punk bands Nobody No One, Shark Arms, and DJ picknumber3mylord.
Bug Jar takes a trip to Kentucky this June with performances from country/hellbilly groups Belushi Speed Ball and Joe Buck Yourself. Belushi Speed Ball, an emerging thrash metal band, encourages fans to headbang along to their set on Saturday, June 29. Up-and-coming UK DJ Sully follows.
All events for the month of June have been listed below. For more information and upcoming shows and events, visit here.
JUNE EVENTS AT THE BUG JAR
6/1 – SLUTPOP Beach Dance Party / DJ’d by KOPPS – 8pm 6/6 – Clibbus / Radiation Blackbody / Leaking Head / Humiliating Moan – 8pm 6/7 – at 5pm – SAD HOUR: All Sad Songs, All on Vinyl w/ DJ Tim Avery, FREE, 21+ – at 8pm – Depeche Mode vs New Order Dance Party 6/8 – STP: 30 Years of Purple Tribute Show – 8pm 6/9 – Jenny Don’t And The Spurs & Jazz Goons – 8pm 6/13 – Therapy Gun / Luckycaller7 / Dead Pets – 8pm 6/14 – The Thrifts / The Macks / Mary Shelley – 8pm 6/15 – University Drive / Anchor / Into the Light – 8pm 6/20 –Leah Senior / Kairos Creature Club / Georgie – 8pm 6/21 – MAKEITSTOP / Nobody No One / Shark Arms / picknumber3mylord – 8pm 6/22 – Noah Kesey / Bugcatcher / Kitchen – 8pm 6/27 – Messer Chups w/ Harmonica Lewinski – 8pm 6/28 – Head to the Roots w/ TBA – 8pm 6/29 – Belushi Speed Ball / Joe Buck Yourself / Sully – 8pm
The first ever Belmont Festival in Saratoga Springs kicked off in grand fashion on Wednesday night, June 5th. Ahead of the historic weekend, concert goers turned out by the thousands for the official opening, a block party dubbed ‘Belmont on Broadway’ headlined by the Grammy Award winning rock band Blues Traveler.
Often referred to as “the Summer place to be,” the enthusiastic atmosphere could be felt all over the city. Propelled by the distinct voice of the legendary John Popper and his scorching array of harmonicas and harmonies, the good-time vibes were off the charts, contagious and perhaps a little rowdy.
Belmont on Broadway: Fans flocked to Saratoga Springs for a free Blues Traveler performance on 6/5/2024.
With the six-day festival expected to bring the Spa City more than $50 million in revenue, the massive crowds also meant massive business for the local shops and restaurants downtown. People of all ages lined every inch and stoop of Broadway, arriving early to catch the opening set from eight-piece local rock and soul ensemble Tops of Trees. With a steady influx of concertgoers packing in like sardines by the time the charismatic Pat McGee Band took the stage, it was Grade A entertainment all around as friends, families, and strangers stood shoulder-to-shoulder, sweaty and smiling on this humid summer night in early June.
And They’re Off: The Pat McGee Band got the party started early in Saratoga on 6/5/2024.
With stellar production services provided by the fine folks at High Peaks Production, the overall program ran incredibly smooth and both looked and sounded great from the start. After a brief word from organizers, the winners of the Belmont on Broadway window decoration contest were announced as Heidi Owen West and Stacey D’Andrea-Goodman of the Lifestyles of Saratoga boutique. Clearing the stage shortly after 8pm, it was finally time for the band everybody came out to see.
Dancing in the Streets: Concert fans lined the streets of Saratoga ahead of the Blues Traveler performance on 6/5/2024.
Once ruling the radio with chart toppers from their massive, multi-platinum selling album Hook, the beloved improv-heavy rockers from Princeton, New Jersey, Blues Traveler proved they still know how to party like it’s 1994. No stranger to headlining festivals, the band is credited as the driving force behind the original H.O.R.D.E. (Horizons of Rock Developing Everywhere) festival that successfully toured the country from 1992 to 1998, including memorable stops at SPAC just up the road. Once again playing up to a massive crowd all these years later, Blues Traveler hit them with hits early and often.
Hey babe, let’s keep in touch: John Popper sings “Run-Around” with Blues Traveler in Saratoga Springs 6/5/2024.
Consisting of harmonica wizard and band leader John Popper, along with guitarist Chan Kinchla, bassist Tad Kinchla, keyboard player Ben Wilson and drummer Brandon Hill, Blues Traveler opened with perhaps their most popular song, “Run-Around” resulting in city-wide sing-along that’s still reverberating somewhere down Caroline Street. Demonstrating their propensity to jam, Popper would catch fire early, utilizing his signature array of custom harmonicas to blow the audience away on a “Dropping Some NYC” > “Moby Dick” > “NY Prophesie” sandwich.
Dressed in a familiar floppy-brimmed hat and looking as healthy as he has in years, the band would find it’s lengthiest groove on the psychedelic Kingpin rocker “But Anyway,” while fans then took the opportunity to spark up during a cover of Tom Petty’s “Mary Janes’s Last Dance.” The heartfelt “Mountains Win Again” was perhaps the most emotional song of the evening, followed up by perhaps the funkiest in a cover of the Son Seals classic, “Funky Bitch,” which many fans often confuse as a Phish original.
Blues Traveler performing in Saratoga Springs on 6/5/2024.
Segueing nicely into an equally funky “War Pigs” keyboard jam before alligator-ing at breakneck speed into a ferocious, foot stomping rendition of “The Devil Went Down to Georgia” (which the band humorously changed to “The Devil Went Down to Saratoga”), the melodic interplay between Popper and Chad Kinchla’s colorful guitar solos would shine bright all night long, but especially on 1997’s “Carolina Blues.”
Tasty Licks: Guitarist Chan Kinchla preforming with Blues Traveler on 6/5/2024.
Gracefully dipping off stage while each member of the band was given the chance to solo in the spotlights, Popper would lead Blues Traveler through the remainder of the set that combined an easy melodic flow crossed with a plethora of choice cover songs and sophisticated soul-funk boogie. With highlights that also included teases of Van Halen’s “Hot for Teacher” and Aerosmith’s “Eat the Rich,” Blues Traveler would bring the main portion of the set to a close with a massive sing along to their smash hit “Hook.”
With the curfew rapidly approaching and the enthusiastic Spa City crowd still eating it up and begging for more, the band would insight the famous “Toga” chant from the Animal House film, before encoring with one final cover, ZZ Top’s “La Grange.” A great evening of music powered by a band that’s stood the test of time, the atmosphere in downtown Saratoga Springs was downright electric and made you hope ‘the powers that be’ will take notice and introduce more events like this one in the future. For now, you can re-live this entire performance via tapper audio at the link below courtesy of Archive.org.
“The newsman said not to sit on strange toilet seats / It’s my life he’s trying to save, but anyway I found out that I got eye cancer / Too many television waves, but anyway” – Lyrics to Blues Traveler’s “But Anyway”
Up next for the band, Blue Traveler will take the rest month off before returning to the legendary Red Rocks in Morrison, CO for their annual 4th of July throwdown. Later this August, you can catch them back in New York with a pair of dates at Lewiston Artpark and the Perinton Center Park Amphitheater in Fairport.
Blues Traveler | June 5,2024 | Belmont on Broadway | Saratoga Springs, NY
Setlist: Run-Around > Things Are Looking Up, Dropping Some NYC > Moby Dick > Bass Solo > NY Prophesie > Dropping Some NYC, But Anyway, Mary Jane’s Last Dance, Mountains Win Again, Funky Bitch > War Pigs Jam > Devil Went Down to Georgia, Carolina Blues > Drums > Hook.
Encore: La Grange.
The Pat McGee Band | June 5,2024 | Belmont on Broadway | Saratoga Springs, NY
Jazz on Jay returns to Schenectady this summer with an exciting lineup of family friendly acts. The lunchtime concerts will be held at a new location this year, the outdoor venue at Jay Square.
Located across from City Hall, Jay Square offers an improved sound and overall experience. Every Thursday at noon, top singers and instrumentalists from across the region bring their bands to Jay Street.
Lanaea Brice, the new chair of the beloved series, described it as, “a lively celebration of our shared love for harmony, community, and the pure bliss of gathering together.”
The rain location remains at Robb Alley at Proctors, 32 State Street, Schenectady. This year, souvenir tumblers will also be available for purchase while supplies last. Spectators are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs, and to enjoy the many nearby restaurants. A full list of performances is available below, and admission is free! For updates, follow Jazz on Jay on Facebook.
2024 Jazz on Jay Schedule
June 6: Killdeer Trio
June 13: Cliff Brucker & New Circle
June 20: Michael Benedict Jazz Vibes
June 27: Matty Stecks & The 518
July 11: MC2 Featuring special guests Andrew Hearn on drums and Dave Shoudy on bass
July 18: Brian Patneaude Quintet
July 25: Awan Rashad Quartet
Aug. 1: Joe Sorrentino
Aug. 8: Terry Gordon Quintet
Aug. 15: Joe Finn Trio
Aug. 22: Bossamba
Aug. 29: Joe Barna
A previous performance by The Ragtime Windjammers is available below.
Out of the 150+ acts this year, 10 will represent the Empire State at Bonnaroo, including Geese (Thurs, That Tent 10pm), Nation of Language ( Thurs, This Tent 7:45pm), Say She She (Thurs, That Tent 3:45pm), Joe Russo’s Almost Dead (Fri, That Tent 9:15pm), Interpol (Fri, This Tent 9:45pm), MIKE (Fri, That Tent 1:15pm), Bonny Light Horseman (Fri, This Tent 3pm), Joey Bada$$ (Sun, That Tent 8:30pm) Taking Back Sunday (Sun, This Tent 7:45pm) and Armand Hammer (Sun, That Tent 1:15pm).
Brian Hensley
Beyond the Music
Bonnaroo is not just about the music. There are many activities throughout the festival, such as parades all through Outeroo, free yoga classes, a village market, campground plazas where the community can come together to explore art and activities no matter where you are camped out at a plaza is nearby, and of course, your classic Ferris Wheel and the Fountain.
Now, we cannot overlook the diverse food vendors this year. There’s such a diverse group of vendors that sound delicious if you are looking to be more adventurous with your food, such as Pho Cue Vietnamese & Barbecue, The Empanada Spot, Ugadi Indian Grill, and so many more. If you’re craving something more familiar, vendors like Chicken & Waffles, Daddy’s Dogs, and Fat Beef Burger have you covered.
All things Roo-related
The Bonnaroo website is an amazing source for all things Roo-related. It provides details on how to get to Bonnaroo, where to stay, the festival, and the camping ground map. For anyone with food allergies or dietary restrictions, head to the Food Vendor section; there, you will find vendors that fit your needs.
You can still purchase day tickets from the website. Also, there’s a Bonnaroo app for IOS and Android that you can download to have all things Bonnaroo at your fingertips.
The American Classical Orchestra has announced its 2024-25 season, in celebration its 40th anniversary, with three performances in Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall
Artistic Director at Alice Tully, Thomas Crawford will lead the three orchestral concerts starting with the performance on Sept. 18. Of Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58 and Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92. Despite the grand 40th celebrations, the season will feature smaller performances in more intimate venues like Schubert’s Piano Quintet at University Club of New York on Oct. 30.
Another performance at the Salmagundi Art Club on Dec. 6 will highlight Keyboard music throughout music history. The musicians will start with François Couperin’s Pièces de clavecin and end with György Ligeti’ Book Two: Étude 10 – Der Zauberlehrling.
The anniversary season will end on May 7, 2025 with “Mostly Mozart” at Alice Tully Hall, notably featuring principal bassoonist Andrew Schwartz.
ACO was founded in New York City 1984, then known as the Orchestra of the Old Fairfield Academy. In 2005, Crawford renamed the non-profit Orchestra and furthermore established NYC as it’s official home. Crawford is not only the director of AOC, but is also passionate about music education outreach to children in New York City schools. He studied music composition and organ performance at Eastman School of Music and has worked with world renowned musicians like Itzhak Perlman, Yo-Yo Ma.
Today, the musicians pay homage to centuries of music history by using original instruments and repertoire. The instrumentalist’s talent reaches beyond the ACO as many of them perform in other NYC ensembles like Orchestra of St. Luke’s, Handel and Haydn Society, and the New York Philharmonic.
To purchase tickets for the American Classical Orchestra 40th anniversary shows, and find out more information visit the American Classical Orchestra website here.
This summer, the Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy hosts the Sounds at Sunset summer concert series at Pier 3 Plaza, located on Pier 3 at Brooklyn Bridge Park.
Standing along the banks of the East River, Pier 3 Plaza offers a wonderful view of the Manhattan skyline. The best method to travel by subway is to take the A or C train to High Street, followed by a 15-20 minute walk from the station.
The concert series hosts a variety of artists from all over the world. Solo artists, small ensembles, and even conductors and chamber groups will play at these concert series throughout the summer. Special events, including the Americana Music Festival and Paak Appreciation Night, are scheduled for the concert series as well.
Due to the high variety of events, the Sounds at Sunset summer concert series will be hosting an incredible lineup. The full list is posted below, but for more information, visit here.
Friday, June 21 at 6:00 PM – The Steely Dan Happy Hour
Kicking off the series is The Royal Scam with a Steely Dan Happy Hour at Pier 3 Plaza. Featuring NYCâs elite touring and recording musicians, The Royal Scam brings a night of fun and nostalgia to Pier 3 as an iconic tribute band. Before the show, there will be an opening DJ set by Maurice Bernstein, founder of Giant Step.
Friday, June 28 at 7:00 PM – Igmar Thomas & Musical Guests
Maestro, Trumpeter, conductor, composer, and arranger Igmar Thomas brings special musical guests, including a chamber ensemble, to Pier 6 at Brooklyn Bridge Park. In the past, Thomas has worked with hip-hop legends Lauryn Hill, Nas, and Busta Rhymes on lyrics and music composition. Join Thomas and guests for a night of big band-style jazz and jazz fusion on Friday, June 28.
Friday, July 12 at 7:00 PM – Yacouba Sissoko
World-renowned kora player Yacouba Sissoko and his band SIYA share West African songs and stories at Pier 6 Plaza. These stories have passed down from generation to generation. A night of tradition, culture, and folklore arrives in Brooklyn with Sissoko and SIYA on July 12.
July 26 at 7:00 PM – Brooklyn Americana Music
Brooklyn Americana Music curates a taste of their award-winning festival at Pier 6 Plaza. Featuring internationally touring singer-songwriters with fiddles, banjos, and guitars, the festival celebrates its tenth anniversary. Their annual festival curates a blend of internationally recognized and up-and-coming music artists in the folk, country, and Americana music scene.
Friday, August 2 at 7:00 PM – PAAK Appreciation
The final Sounds at Sunset event dedicates itself to one of music’s biggest names. For fans of the R&B icon Anderson .Paak, a night of deep cuts, unreleased tracks, and collaborations, awaits at Brooklyn Bridge Park. The event will be hosted by producer and drummer George “Spanky” McCurdy, accompanied by a band and DJ set.
Country band Eastbound Jesus are excited to announce the lineup for the 2024 rendition of their Eastbound Throwdown festival. The event features two days of nonstop concerts and camping behind the scenic views of Irwin Family Farm in Salem, NY.
Formed in 2011 in Greenwich, NY, Eastbound Jesus has been bringing country music to upstate New York for over a decade. In 2015, the band started toying around with the idea of throwing their own music festival, not only to showcase their music but other bands and friends, as well. The first rendition of Eastbound Throwdown was performed in a softball field just behind a local Elk’s lodge. However, the next year, the band reached out to the Irwin Family Farm, who unanimously agreed to host. The festival has been there ever since.
Since the event’s inception in 2016, thousands of fans have camped out in Salem to take part in the Eastbound Throwdown fun. Visitors are encouraged to camp out, as well as tailgate alongside food and drink vendors. Eastbound Throwdown is a family-friendly event and even includes a family camping area for children.
Eastbound Throwdown 2024 will be hosting a series of performers, most of whom are collaborators and friends of Eastbound Jesus. Join them on September 6th and 7th for two fun-filled nights of camping and country music!
Below is the lineup and information on the groups playing Eastbound Throwdown 2024.
Friday, September 6th
The Wormdogs
The Wormdogs – Official Facebook
The Wormdogs are a five-piece band from Burlington, VT, created in 2017. A roots/Americana band at the core, their sound ranges from bluegrass rock n roll to country and folk. As a classic Americana band, their instrumentation consists of a fiddle, upright bass, two guitars, and drums. Join them on Friday, September 6th, in Salem.
Damn Tall Buildings
Damn Tall Buildings – Official Facebook
Hailing from Brooklyn, Damn Tall Buildings takes the stage on Friday night for a performance with classic bluegrass sounds perfectly fit for the Eastbound Throwdown festival.
Dirty Blanket
Dirty Blanket – official webpage
Over the following ten years, the 5-piece, fast-paced, alternative improvisational bluegrass band Dirty Blanket has toured all over the American Northeast. Their performance precedes hosts Eastbound Jesus on the first day of Eastbound Throwdown 2024.
Eastbound Jesus
Eastbound Jesus – Official webpage
The hosts of the festival, Eastbound Jesus, bring an energetic, lively performance reminiscent of old-fashioned, classic country and rock n’ roll. The first of their performances is followed by Turf n Turf and The Mallett Brothers Band.
Turf n Turf
Turf n Turf – Facebook
Following the performance of hosts Eastbound Jesus, one-man rock and roll band Turf n Turf will be taking the stage on Friday.
The Mallett Brothers Band
The Mallett Brothers Band – official website
The Mallett Brothers Band is a rock and roll / Americana / country band from Maine. With a style that ranges from alt-country to Americana, country, jam, and roots rock, join them for a spectacular finisher to Friday night’s portion of Eastbound Throwdown.
Saturday, September 7th
Dan Johnson
Making his return to Eastbound Throwdown, Vermont country singer Dan Johnson opens Saturday night with original bluegrass music.
Ida Mae Specker
Ida Mae Specker – official website
As a third-generation fiddle player, Ida Mae fuses original, contemporary, and traditional material, bringing heartfelt new life and relevance to the chain of American folk music. Join her on Saturday at Eastbound Throwdown!
Kristian Montgomery & The Winterkill Band
Kristian Montgomery – Facebook
Kristian Montgomery and The Winterkill Band are a roots and rock’n’roll band perfect for Eastbound Throwdown. Watch them on Saturday in between Ida Mae Specker and Space Trash.
Space Trash
Space Trash – Facebook
Join local band Space Trash for their performance on Saturday, September 7th.
Driftwood
Driftwood – official website
Folk band Driftwood brings an unforgettable performance to the Eastbound Throwdown stage with its three lead singers. On Saturday night, Driftwood brings performance of classic folk music with an original twist
Boy Golden
After a long, arduous journey of self-discovery, one-man country band Boy Golden precedes hosts Eastbound Jesus on Saturday, September 7th.
Eastbound Jesus
Hosts Eastbound Jesus takes the stage again on Saturday night.
Moonboot Lover
Peter Prince – photo credit to Jay Blakesberg
As one of the earliest jam bands of the 90s, Moon Boot Lover heads to Salem to close out Eastbound Throwdown. Led by Peter Prince, the band brings back iconic funk, bluegrass, and rock sounds that all showcase the members’ passion for playing live music.
For more information, tickets, and announcements, fans can visit here.
With less than a month away from Electric Forest 2024 many are eager to get back to the magic along the secluded acres of Michigan. With the unlimited amount of music to hear and activities to participate in, it can be overwhelming deciding where to go and who to see. Luckily, NYS Music has broken down some of the highlights that shouldn’t go unnoticed.
Griz, Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty
Top 10 Acts to See at Electric Forest 2024
1. Excision
This comes as no surprise as the crowned dubstep DJ has without a doubt paved the way for EDM. Excision is a producer that knows the secret to making his set better is through listening to his fans. His expertise in the art meshed with his devotion to the fan experience is what makes his sets a must see. He utilizes immersive visuals that have even Kanye West amazed and seeking this kind of talent on his team. All headbangers will pile in for his performance and you should too!
Excision, Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty
2. Pretty Lights
It’s been a decade since Pretty Lights has been to Rothbury and that’s what has people absolutely going wild for his name on this lineup. This musical project fuses electronic beats, poetic samples, modular synthesizers, and live musicians. This set is about to transport listeners to cosmic planes with his light show. Pretty Lights’ 5 year hiatus has allowed to him to construct his new inter-dimensional sound-ship system that will utilize numerous mediums.
3. INZO
If you are a fan of introspective music compiled with euphoric feelings then INZO has the show for you. This young artist is known for blending Alan Watts spokesmen speeches into his tunes that brings nothing but beautiful energy into the atmosphere. He encapsulates what Electric Forest is all about and his set is about to enhance all the magic that this festival has.
4. The Disco Biscuits
This band is no surprise to everyone that has seen them live at least once in their lifetime. The Disco Biscuits are pioneers of “trance-fusion,” bridging the gap between EDM and jam rock. So for all jam lovers wanting to delve deeper into EDM and all bass fiends looking to branch out, this band is the answer for you. Philadelphia’s own brings people together because you just can’t help but dance.
The Disco Biscuits, Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty
5. Everything Always
All house music lovers are undeniably not missing this iconic performance and you shouldn’t either. This project is brought together by two booming producers in the industry who have taken over the mainstream scene as well from their catchy songs. Dom Dolla and John Summit are huge names in the festival space. Each track they release has toppled the charts so seeing them together is going to bring a set that is one to remember.
6. Subtronics
Bassheads and riddem connoisseurs will always catch a Subtronics set. Heavy bass might deter some people from seeing certain artists. However, Subtronics has to be one of the most talented producers in the game right now and if you miss seeing him then you’re missing out. Each summer festival set he plays is so different from the last. He constantly is bringing in new mixes, insane visuals, and crazy drops that always get jaws floored. Subtronics is an artist who if you miss out on him now you will regret it later.
Subtronics, Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty
7. Boogie T
Boogie T has always brought the funk into EDM. He gets weird with his sound in the best way possible. His Louisiana roots give his tunes a twang that dubstep hasn’t seen. The myriad of instruments he utilizes enhances his artistry and obviously there is no choice at that point but to boogie.
Boogie T, Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty
8. Lettuce
Bring your greens to this performance because the vibes will be effortlessly high. This GRAMMY Award nominated six-piece feeds the souls of many with their music. With over three decades together, Lettuce has cemented their status as boundary pushing innovators. Their sound compiles jazz chords, psychedelic passages, big horns and hip-hop elements.
9. LSZEE
This project has fans going absolutely insane. LSDREAM and CloZee join together for a duo performance that is about to be a moment in EDM history. Both producers have left their mark on the scene with their soul transformative music. Now that they’re coming together this is only going to transcend that but ten-fold over. They spent the past year writing an album together and meshing their artistry. All of which will debut right at Electric Forest. Both artists dedicate their music to the human experience and allowing their audience to reconnect with the Earth around them. Forest attendees will be the first to get a glimpse of this meditative and enriching experience.
LSDREAM, Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty
10. The String Cheese Incident
Last but most definitely not least is the Electric Forest founders themselves; The String Cheese Incident. This jam band from Colorado has had 30 years under their belt to build their unique sound. They utilize bluegrass sounds and rock to bring a groovy show to their fans. They are the backbone of Electric Forest and always have a big iconic moment to celebrate the festivities. The group always plays two sets so make it your mission to catch at least one!
Photo Credit: Maddie McCafferty
This is just a short list of the astounding talent that Electric Forest has to offer in 2024. Their is countless other artists to put on here that will have excellent performances to catch. But that’s the magic of Forest, have your list of people to see but see where the trees end up taking you. This is how you find your new favorite artist. Maybe they will be playing on the Honey Comb stage at 2am. Or maybe their joining on stage fro a surprise b2b. The beauty is in the unknown. So go get lost and see what you end up finding!
Thursdays on the Village Green returns to Hamilton, as the beloved festival features an exciting lineup of performances and family friendly events. The festival also creates an opportunity for residents and visitors alike to explore downtown Hamilton’s boutiques with home goods, fashion, jewelry and antiques.
Thursdays on the Village Green is one of Hamilton’s most beloved events. Dating back to 1902, the Village Green has hosted live music and events for the community. Guests are invited to bring picnic blankets and chairs, and to take advantage of the many food trucks. Food trucks will be available on a rotating schedule, including Cowboy BBQ, Tacocat Food Co.,Brake from the Grind, Motley Chew, Stathis Greek Restaurant and Gyro, and Oh Crepe.
The lineup features tribute bands, cover bands, and exciting performers. The Village Green offers something for everyone, with balloon animals, face painting, and magic shows. Performances, face painting, and Gilligan’s ice cream are free for the community.
Alea, Joe Driscoll, BSG, Amanda Rogers & Allie Fox, Ed-a-Palooza, and Nate the Great will all be performing this summer.
July 5
The Syracuse Orchestra will kick off the season with a performance on Friday, July 5. The performance will start at 7:30. The Orchestra will also offer their “instrument petting zoo”, where people can pick instruments up and learn more about them.
July 11
The next performance will feature Alea, a Colombian born singer, composer and musician based in NYC. Her music is a fusion of afro-indigenous music and culture, and highlights her experiences in diverse musical landscapes. Alea is a two-time recipient of the Uncharted Music Series Residency in New York, and has received recognition from the city of Boston for her contributions to Latin music.
July 18
Joe Driscoll will take the stage with an exciting fusion of hip-hop and folk. Driscoll effortlessly combines seemingly opposing genres, pulling reggae, folk, and blues with a solid foundation of storytelling. Time Out magazine referred to Driscoll as a, “sonic wunderkind who who creates his own 21st century ‘folk’ live on stage: sample by sample, beat by beat”.
July 25
July 25’s performance will have a 90s theme, with a 90s family dance party and emo/grunge cover band BSG. BSG cultivates a setlist reminiscent of what you “illegally downloaded off Limewire in 2007”. Songs from beloved 90s artists, including Rage Against The Machine, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, and System of a Down, are all included in BSG’s repertoire.
August 1
The first performance of August will showcase female artists, with performances by Amanda Rogers and Allie Fox. Amanda Rogers is an upstate New York native, who blends the landscape of the rust belt and an idyllic world of her own. The result is dynamic music, with elements of punk and classical. Recording with Brooklyn-based punk/hardcore label Immigrant Sun Records, Rogers has released 11 solo albums, in addition to touring with indie and hardcore bands, a pop-rock outfit, and grunge-pop-folk duo. Her style is intimate and emotional, while maintaining an intensity and grit.
Allie Fox is an artist who writes, books, and performs her own music. She has been in the music industry from an early age, and has experience working at MUSICTODAY, Magnolia Records, Blues Bash by the Cass, and for several artists on tour. She owns a business focused on writing her own music and books; she recently finished a book for her son, Luther.
August 8
Thursdays on the Village Green will pay tribute to Ed Vollmer, a beloved guitarist, performer, and music teacher in Central New York. Before settling in Hamilton, Vollmer performed in the US, Mexico, Spain, France, and the Virgin Islands. Vollmer was the house guitarist at the Colgate Inn for 30 years. He worked in audio and visual production, producing videos and CDs for the Colgate cappella groups. He will be remembered forever as an inspiring teacher, who sparked his student’ love of music. Vollmer’s legacy will be honored by Steven Skollar, Mark Shiner, Pamme Swan, Reyna Stagnaro, and Maren Vantine.
August 15
Nate the Great’s Fire Breathing and Juggling Show will close out the series on August 15. Nate was raised on a small farm in Upstate New York. He learned to juggle when he was 7 years old, and has been juggling, balancing, and flipping things as long as he can remember. He now performs regionally as a juggler and musician, at shows across New York state. Nate the Great’s shows are interactive and include the juggling of at least 5 clubs, 6 rings, and 7 balls, along with comedy, music, and fire breathing.
More information is available at the following link. A list of the family events each Thursday is also available below, along with sneak peek of a past Village Green season.
Date
Act
Activities Available
July 5
The Syracuse Orchestra
Face Painting by Sarah & Gilligan’s Ice Cream
July 11
Alea
Courtney Wells Night of Illusion Family Friendly Drag Show, and Drew’s Balloon Animals
July 18
Joe Driscoll
Drew’s Magic Show & Balloon Animals
July 25
BSG
DJ Sammy Burke’s 90s Family Dance Party
August 1
Amanda Rogers & Allie Fox
Payal Patel Dance Class for Families, Cait’s Character Corner Presents: Captain Marvel, Singing from Belle & Dancing with Wednesday Addams
August 8
Ed-A-Palooza
Featuring Steven Skollar, Mark Shiner, Pamme Swan,
