This year, the Schroon Lake Arts Council celebrates the 50th anniversary of its summer concert series, now named Schroon Lake Live.
To commemorate the golden anniversary, Schroon Lake Live offers two months of free concerts, having started on July 3 and held weekly on Tuesdays, and the 34th Adirondack Folk Festival.
Concerts for Schroon Lake Live! and the Adirondack Folk Festival are held at the 1874 Boathouse Theatre, or outdoors on the 1936 Bandstand. For Schroon Lake Live, this year’s program is more diverse than ever before and features artists of several genres, including Irish, folk, jazz, bluegrass, classical chamber music, and even a childrenâs and family program.
Also bringing fans to Schroon Lake is the Adirondack Folk Festival, celebrating and honoring the roots of of folk music from the region. Local and regional artists are set to perform, including Jamcrackers, House of Hamill, E.T.E., Vanaver Caravan, Matoaka Little Eagle and Julia Haines presenting Indigenous stories and music, and Three-Quarter North. The festival is Sunday, August 11, from noon to 6 pm. Food trucks and local vendors are available throughout the duration of the festival, and guests even have opportunities to meet the performers after the show.
In addition to the concerts, free open jam sessions are held in the Boathouse on Mondays from 7- 10 p.m. for all singers, musicians, and music lovers.
The full lineup for Schroon Lake Live is listed below. All concerts and events hosted are free, and welcome guests of all ages. For more information, visit the Art Council’s website, linked here.
Schroon Lake Live! Full Lineup
July 3: Get Up Jack
July 9: Dave Ruch
July 13: The Puppet People
July 15: Songs To Keep: Treasures Of An Adirondack Folk Collector with Dan Berggren
Blues-rock titan and New York native Joe Bonamassa has announced a spring 2025 tour, set to captivate audiences from coast to coast with the world-renowned guitaristâs electrifying live performances. The tour kicks off on February 16, 2025, and will make stops in major cities, including New York City, Buffalo, Boston, Chicago, and more.
Photo Credit: Haluk Gurer Birmingham
Blues-rock superstar Joe Bonamassa is one of the most celebrated performers of today. As a three-time GRAMMY-nominated artist and 15x Blues Music Award nominee (4-time winner), he achieved his 28th No. 1 album on the Billboard Blues Chart with his most recent live album and concert film, Live at the Hollywood Bowl With Orchestra. Only in his mid-40s, Bonamassa has become a living legend with an astounding multi-genre catalog. He has released more than 40 albums, including studio and live recordings, as well as collaborative albums with his adventurous side projects, Black Country Communionand Rock Candy Funk Party.
Bonamassa’s spring 2025 tour will feature a diverse array of venues, from the vibrant Fox Theatre in Atlanta, GA, to the historic Beacon Theatre in New York City. A native of New Hartford, NY, Bonamassa frequently returns to perform for his fans in his home state, even beginning his career opening for blues legend B.B King at the Rochester Lilac Festival in 1989, at just 12 years old. Bonamassa just recently headlined the Great South Bay Music Festival this month in Patchogue, NY.
Before embarking on the spring 2025 tour, Bonamassa will be busy with an extensive schedule of performances. Next month, he kicks off the highly anticipated Blues Deluxe Tour, celebrating his seminal albums, Blues Deluxe and Blues Deluxe Vol. 2. Blues Deluxe Vol. 2, Bonamassa’s most recent blues project, was a full-circle moment for the accomplished musician, acting as a sequel to his breakthrough album Blues Deluxe.
The Blues Deluxe Tour includes 18 cities and features a mix of fan favorites and deep tracks, promising unforgettable shows for blues enthusiasts. Never one to slow down, Bonamassa will also be on the road this fall for a series of performances across the U.S., continuing to deliver his unmatched live experience to fans nationwide.
A special fan pre-sale for the spring 2025 tour begins on Tuesday, July 23 at 10 a.m. local time, followed by the public on-sale on Friday, July 26 at 10 a.m. local time. Visit here for information and tickets to any of Bonamassa’s shows. See below for a full list of dates and locations for all tours.
Photo Credit: Eleanor Jane
All Tour Dates
Joe Bonamassa Summer 2024 – Blues Deluxe Tour
August 2 – Albuquerque, NM – Sandia Resort & Casino
August 4 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre
August 6 – Omaha, NE – Orpheum Theater
August 8 – Topeka, KS – Topeka Performing Arts Center
August 9 – Durant, OK – Choctaw Grand Theater
August 10 – Jackson, MS – Thalia Mara Hall
August 12 – Birmingham, AL – BJCC Concert Hall
August 14 – Charleston, SC – North Charleston Performing Arts Center
August 16 – Evansville, IN – Old National Events Plaza
August 17 – Indianapolis, IN – Murat Theatre at Old National Centre
August 18 – Nashville, TN – Ryman Auditorium
August 20 – Kettering, OH – Fraze Pavilion
August 21 – Hershey, PA – Hershey Theatre
August 23 – Port Chester, NY – The Capitol Theatre
August 24 – Port Chester, NY – The Capitol Theatre
August 25 – Rochester, NY – West Herr Auditorium Theatre
August 27 – Albany, NY – Palace Theatre
August 29 – Hyannis, MA – Cape Cod Melody Tent
August 30 – Hampton Beach, NH – Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom
August 31 – Hampton Beach, NH – Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom
September 15 – Telluride, CO – Telluride Blues & Brew Festival*
Joe Bonamassa Fall 2024 Tour:
October 26 – Henderson, NV – Leeâs Family Forum
October 28 – Santa Barbara, CA -The Granada Theatre
October 30 – Rancho Mirage, CA – The Show at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage
November 1 – Tucson, AZ – The Linda Ronstadt Music Hall
November 2 – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre
November 3 – Long Beach, CA – Terrace Theater
November 5 – San Diego, CA – San Diego Civic Theatre
November 7 – San Jose, CA – San Jose Civic
November 8 – Sacramento, CA – SAFE Credit Union Convention Center
November 9 – Reno, NV – Grand Theatre
November 12 – Portland, OR – Keller Auditorium
November 13 – Boise, ID – Morrison Center
November 16 – Salt Lake City, UT – Eccles Theater
November 17 – Cheyenne, WY – Cheyenne Civic Center
November 19 – Park City, KS – Park City Arena
November 20 – Springfield, MO – Juanita K. Hammons Hall
November 22 – Minneapolis, MN – State Theatre
November 23 – Minneapolis, MN – State Theatre
November 26 – Springfield, IL – UIS Performing Arts Center
November 27- Appleton, WI – Fox Cities Performing Arts Center
November 29 – Davenport, IA – Adler Theatre
November 30 – Des Moines, IA – Des Moines Civic Center
Joe Bonamassa Spring 2025 Tour:
February 16 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena
February 19 – Milwaukee, WI – The Riverside Theater
February 21 – Chicago, IL – The Chicago Theatre
February 22 – Cleveland, OH – Playhouse Square
February 25 – Buffalo, NY – Sheaâs Buffalo Theatre
February 27 – New York City, NY – Beacon Theatre
February 28 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway
March 1 – Mashantucket, CT – Foxwoods Resort & Casino
March 3 – Easton, PA – State Theatre
March 5 – Charleston, WV – Clay Center
March 7 – Cherokee, NC – Harrahâs Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center
March 8 – Atlanta, GA – Fox Theatre
March 10 – Chattanooga, TN – Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Auditorium
March 12 – Greensboro, NC – Steven Tanger Center
March 14 – Charlotte, NC – Ovens Auditorium
March 15 – St. Augustine, FL – The St. Augustine Amphitheatre
March 16 – Mobile, AL – Saenger Theatre
March 18 – Evans, GA – Columbia County Performing Arts Center
Hailing from Ithaca, six-piece funk band NEO Project dazzles audiences with their energetic stage presence and hypnotic fusion music. Their unique, high-energy sound and performances have blown crowds away for the better part of a decade. With an interesting mix of genres and insatiable chemistry, NEO Project is sure to put on an unforgettable performance.
Since 2012, the band has been on a mission to make crowds dance with their stellar improvisation and musicianship. NEO Project is made up of Elly Holiday and Jimbo Scott as lead vocalists, John White on keyboards and backup vocals, Dwight Carroll on electric guitar and vocals, Franklin Henry on electric bass, and Mike McCoy on drums. As well-decorated veterans of the music industry, including past careers as music professors, soul practitioners, and even a former Motown sideman, they each hold a deep love and passion for funk, soul, jazz, and R&B music.
In their many years of touring and making music, NEO Project has worn many hats when it comes to performing. Originally, they began as a funk band, but soon after realized their true potential in becoming an all-out dance band that blends a multitude of genres. Bringing in inspiration from Afro-Caribbean music, as well as soul, jazz, and R&B, NEO Project combines the genres that were truly inspirational to them, with their own improvisational twist.
Eventually, through years of fine-tuning their sound, NEO Project became exemplary of the great diversity within the music industry, proving that genres can absolutely coexist and share the spotlight at the same time. Along with their own original music, NEO Project reinterprets some of the best soul, jazz, and funk music out there with their own unique twist, covering a wide range of artists from Deee-Lite to James Brown. Their unique sound has brought thousands from all over the state to bars, concert halls, and festivals to enjoy some new-age fusion in classic old-fashioned styles.
Throughout the last ten years, the NEO Project family has performed all over New York, bringing the energy to music festivals and concert series alike. On July 11, the band headlined a performance at the Ithaca Summer Concert Series; their most recent surmounting success right from their hometown. Their most recent gig at the Finger Lakes Cider House brought the house down with their incredibly dynamic and original performance.
NEO Project’s funky, charming tunes have brought them widespread critical acclaim, from magazines to newspapers and more. “There’s a new band based in Ithaca, NY that will have you tapping your toes and shakin’ your groove thing to its unique, fun style of Neo Soul, Funk, Jazz, Rock, and Afro-Caribbean world grooves,” says Roger Theies of What’s Hot? magazine. Harry Segal of The Dock calls them “the tightest funk fusion band in the land!”
After a rousing ten-year anniversary, NEO Project’s reign is far from over. Catch NEO Project at The Range, 119 E State St, Ithaca, for a surefire performance that will never make you want to throw away your dancing shoes. The end of a busy season awaits the band as August begins, with headlining performances at the Geneva Lakefront Summer Concert Series on Wednesday, August 14. On September 2, NEO Project will perform for a private member’s exclusive event at the Ithaca Yacht Club, followed by a headlining performance at the Corning Harvest Fest on Saturday, September 21.
For any information on the band, be sure to visit their official Facebook page, linked here.
The second day of the Great South Bay Music Festival on Friday, July 19, was a vibrant celebration of reggae music, transforming Shorefront Park into a haven of laid-back rhythms and positive vibes. The day featured an eclectic mix of reggae, ska, and rock, drawing fans from all over Long Island and beyond.
Main Stage Highlights
Pepper: Formed in 1997 in Hawaii, Pepper has been a staple in the reggae rock scene for over two decades, known for their infectious energy and dynamic sound. They kicked off their set with the energetic “Bring Me Along,” followed by “Rent,” keeping the energy high. Their set also included crowd favorites like “Stone Love” and “Brand New Day,” showcasing their unique blend of reggae and rock. They closed their performance with the powerful “Warning,” from their 2019 album Local Motion.
Streetlight Manifesto: Before Pepper took the stage, Streetlight Manifesto delivered a memorable performance, opening with “Watch It Crash.” They followed with “A Better Place, A Better Time,” captivating the audience with their energy. The band wrapped up their set with “Here’s to Life,” leaving a lasting impression with their blend of ska and punk.
Bandshell – Five Town College Stage
Badfish and Tropidelic: Both bands added to the day’s vibrant atmosphere. Badfish, known for their tribute to Sublime, and Tropidelic, with their funky, high-energy style, kept the crowd dancing and singing along throughout their sets.
The Bandshell – Five Town College Stage featured a diverse lineup of bands that kept the reggae vibes flowing all day long.
Samsara kicked off the performances, followed by the smooth sounds of Aqua Cherry. Nonstop to Cairo brought their high-energy mix of ska and hip-hop, keeping the crowd on their feet. Oogee Wawa closed out the stage with their unique blend of reggae, rock, and hip-hop, creating a perfect end to the dayâs performances.
Jambalaya Stage
The Jambalaya Stage was a hub of reggae and rock fusion, showcasing both local and up-and-coming talent.
IRIEspect started the day with their authentic reggae sound, followed by the Chris Ruben Band, who brought a mix of rock and reggae influences. Enrose and Roots Foundation continued the reggae vibes, with Roots Foundation delivering a standout performance. Formed in 2008 by bassist Corey Browd, this Long Island-based band pays homage to the roots style of reggae, drawing inspiration from legends like Bob Marley, Burning Spear, Steel Pulse, and Peter Tosh. The day on this stage concluded with the dynamic sounds of Half Breeds.
A Day of Unity and Celebration
The reggae-themed day at the Great South Bay Music Festival was a testament to the unifying power of music. With a lineup that honored the roots of reggae while embracing its modern evolutions, festival-goers experienced a day of peace, love, and rhythmic bliss. As the sun set over Shorefront Park, the sounds of reggae continued to echo, leaving everyone eagerly anticipating the next day of this incredible festival.
Pepper Setlist: Bring Me Along. Rent, Things That You Love, Nice Time, Stormtrooper, Your Face, B.O.O.T., Tradewinds, Too Much, Freeze, Drum Solo, Stone Love, Seven Weeks, Crazy Love, Green Hell, Brand New Day, No Control, Warning
Streetlight Manifesto Setlist: Watch it Crash, A Moment of Silence, A Moment of Violence, A Better Place, a Better Time, Intro: This Is a Call to Arms, Here’s to Life
Badfish Setlist: Smoke Two Joints, Caress Me Down, Garden Grove, We’re Only Gonna Die, Waiting for My Ruca, Feel Like That, Get Ready, Badfish, Doin’ Time, My Girl, Pawn Shop, Changes, Regulate, Santeria, The Final Countdown, Date Rape, What I Got
Round Lake Auditorium, located in the historic Round Lake village, has served as a cultural center for over a century. Beginning as a religious settlement, the Round Lake Auditorium has evolved into a unique piece of capital region history. Notable figures, including Ulysses S. Grant and Cornelius Vanderbilt have visited the village of Round Lake, enhancing its deep history.
Round Lake History
Founded in the post-Civil War Era, the Auditorium served as a religious gathering place since 1868. A group of Methodists from Troy made Round Lake their designated spot for “campmeeting”. Round Lake began as a covered open air speakerâs platform with the audience sitting on rough boards set on top of tree stumps.
By 1884, an 80 by 140 foot building was erected with furnished seating for 2,000 people. As Round Lake grew in popularity, it expanded its facility to accommodate for a greater audience. The popular religious revivals attracted as many as 20,000 worshippers each summer for rousing sermons.
From the late 1880s to early 1900s, the Auditorium hosted church services, lectures, conventions, concerts, movies, and ice skating in the winter. The Auditorium’s physical space evolved from a platform surrounded by benches to an enormous tent, then to an open-sided pavilion with canvas sides, and, in 1912, to the glass-enclosed building we see today.
Round Lake Gallery
Its literal and metaphorical center, the Auditorium is an integral part of Round Lake’s cultural community. The Auditorium fell into ruin and was nearly bulldozed in 1950, but the venue was revived. Today, the auditorium continues to serve as a cultural venue for concerts, performances of all kind, art shows, and community gatherings.
David Ferris Pipe Organ
It is impossible to discuss the Round Lake Auditorium without mentioning the David Ferris Pipe Organ. The David Ferris Pipe Organ, built in New York City in 1847, came to the Round Lake Auditorium in 1888. The organ is the oldest of its kind in the United States, and was designated as a landmark in 2016.
Round Lake Organ
The organ is a feat of American manufacturing and craftsmanship. The organ remains largely unaltered, and it has remained the remarkable instrument it was when it was built over 200 years ago
The organ’s “trackers”, thin wooden pieces that connect the keyboard to the pipes, allowing the organist more control of the sound. The non-wooden pipes in the organ contain Zinc, which adds strength to pipes that otherwise would have been made of lead. Lead pipes, with many of the organ’s contemporaries were constructed with, tended to fold in on themselves and collapse.
Playing the David Ferris Organ is a unique experience some organists compare to, “typing on a manual typewriter versus the light responsiveness of a computer keyboard”.
Present and Future
The Auditorium’s rich history adds to the intimate ambiance of the venue. The Auditorium is capable of accommodating 300 guests, along with orchestras, and stage productions. The Auditorium also holds community events and contributes to local creative arts. An open mic will be held on July 19, offering a perfect opportunity for artists to showcase their gift and build connections with the community.
Round Lake hosts a market event every summer, with food trucks, vendors, and concerts. The free event offers an opportunity to engage with the community while enjoying live music.
Today, the Round Lake Auditorium continues to bring the arts to the capital region. Organ recitals will be presented on August 25 by Craig Williams, September 8 by Tom Dressler, and September 15 by Gail Archer. A lecture series, open mic events, community events, tours, chamber music and master classes will all be part of the summer series. Their full event schedule is available here, and a previous organ performance is available below.
On a sunny Friday, July 19, the fields of Walsh Farm in Oak Hill, NY, came alive with the strums of banjos and mandolins as the Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival kicked off day two of this year’s annual celebration. This festival isn’t just a series of concerts; it’s a community where every chord and lyric weaves deeper into the tapestry of bluegrass tradition.
Grey Fox isn’t just a stop; it’s a destination steeped in the heritage of bluegrass. Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, the festival draws enthusiasts and families annually, promising not just a top-tier lineup but a vibrant, living celebration of music. With educational tents like the Bluegrass Academy for kids and Jam Central, Grey Fox ensures that the legacy of bluegrass vibrates through every attendee and echoes beyond New York’s borders.
As dawn breaks, Grey Fox awakens to serene yoga and meditation, setting a peaceful tone. This tranquility transitions into lively jam sessions at Jam Central and the Bluegrass Academy for kids, as well as impromptu jams throughout the camping areas. As the day progresses, the smaller stages like Creekside and Gig Rig come alive with intimate performances.
Throughout, attendees navigate a bustling schedule, often catching artists multiple times on different stages, sometimes with special guests. By late afternoon, the energy crescendos with larger crowds gathering at the main stages, where the tents strain to contain enthusiastic fans.
Artist-in-Residence Della Mae‘s set featured surprise guests Casey Driessen and Darol Anger
As the night wound down, nobody was in a rush to leave. Instead, they lingered, guitars in hand around campsites, recounting the day’s performances and what they are looking forward to from the rest of the festival. It’s clear why Grey Fox is more than just a festival; it’s a cornerstone of bluegrass culture. With plans already buzzing for next year, it’s evident that for many, Grey Fox is an annual pilgrimage, essential for anyone who cherishes bluegrass and vibrant community gatherings.
Blue Grass Academy for KidsTwisted Pine on the High Meadow day stageWoodstock’s The MammalsCharlie ParrDel McCoury Band opened the main stage for day 2I Draw Slow on the High Meadow main stageMolly Tuttle & Golden HighwayMolly Tuttle & Golden Highway2023 IBMA grant recipients Country Gongbang
On Saturday, July 20, hundreds of passionate music fans gathered at Arrowood Farms in Accord, NY, for Larry & Teresa’s July Jam, a one-day celebration of classic Americana, hosted by industry legends Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams.
Photo Credit: Anthony Mulcahy
July Jam, the brainchild of Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams, is a brand-new festival with a mission to celebrate some of the best performers in Americana music in a picture-perfect Hudson Valley setting. This year’s lineup consisted of Connor Kennedy and Onestar, The Secret Sisters, Jackie Greene, Hot Tuna, and the headliners, Larry & Teresa. July Jam came hot on the heels of Campbell and Williams’ most recent album, All This Time, which was released on April 5.
Walking into the festival in its early hours, the energy was off the charts. A steady line of guests holding blankets and lawn chairs patiently filed into the picturesque Arrowood Farms and began densely packing the designated chair area, quickly turning the zone into a colorful wall of people. Another area for only those willing to stand was positioned in front of the chair section. All eyes pointed toward the centerpiece of the festival, the main stage.
Photo Credit: Anthony Mulcahy
The performance stage, a wooden platform decked out with all the lights and speakers that one would expect, was the perfect setting for the stacked lineup of talented Americana artists. A thick forest behind the stage provided the perfect atmospheric backdrop. To the left of the stage was a spacious chicken coop, with the roosters occasionally capping off the ends of songs with a “cock-a-doodle-doo,” which guests always appreciated.
Multiple artisanal stands dotted the back line of the music area. A merch table, a stand with clothing and mini dolls and a face-painting booth had a constant swarm of people eyeing up their goods and services. Off to the side of the main stage was a section for food vendors, which had a diverse variety of offerings for guests, from ice cream to lobster rolls to kebabs. A grid of wide picnic tables ensured that no guest went without a seat to eat.
Throughout the day, periods of intense rain came and went, but the guests stood their ground, unwilling to let a little water ruin the historic day of Americana. During the periods of clear skies, a gentle breeze blew the tantalizing smells of freshly cooked foods throughout the whole grounds.
With the perfect setting of Arrowood Farms for an evening of great music, the performers did not disappoint. From the opening set of Connor Kennedy and Onestar to the night’s finale of Larry & Teresa and Friends, every performance had the crowd going. By the time that the day turned to the evening, the standing area had fully filled up, and the energy rose to new peaks.
Photo Credit: Anthony Mulcahy
After a wonderful set from Hot Tuna, Larry and Teresa capped off the night and were joined by many of the day’s previous artists, perfectly ending July Jam with a full-circle moment. All the billed artists have had a close relationship with Larry and Teresa for years, which made the final moments of the night even more special. Right around 9:30, the last set ended, and the guests left. Based on the inaugural July Jam’s overwhelming success, a second festival next year should be a no-brainer for Campbell and Williams.
Visit here for information on other upcoming events at Arrowood Farms.
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The Allman Betts Family Revival has announced concert dates for its Winter 2024 tour. The tour will begin November 30, 2024 in St. Charles, Illinois, and will feature four dates across New York State.
The Allman Betts Family Revival is an annual celebration of American music, spearheaded by Devon Allman and Duane Betts. The tour brings together the biggest names in blues, americana, and rock in a star-studded celebration of the Allman Brothers catalog.
The Allman Betts Family Revival began with a single 2017 show at the Fillmore in San Francisco. The show began as a memorial to the late Gregg Allman on what would have been his 70th birthday. Following the success of this show, the Allman Betts Family Revival grew into a full-scale annual tour. Now entering its 8th year, the tour is annually one of the most anticipated musical events, being known as “the jam of the year.”
“With the number 8 also being the symbol for infinity, we want the fans to know we’re doing our part to help this music live forever in a live format. We hope to continue to take them back in time”
– Devon Allman
The Allman Betts Family Revival tour will begin on November 30th, outside of Chicago, before snaking its way across the country. On December 4th, the tour will grace Buffalo’s Kleinhans Music Hall. The venue – home to the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra – is one of Buffalo’s premier spots for live music. With room for 2,400 fans and world-class acoustics, the hall provides an ideal concert space.
December 6th will kick off a three-day run of concerts in New York State. First, the Allman Betts Family Revival will travel to Port Chester’s Capitol Theatre. The theater has an immense history, dating back to its original opening in 1926. Since its renovations in 2011, the theater has become famous for its state of the art lighting and sound systems, and finely decorated interior.
On December 7th, the tour will hit the Upper West Side’s famous Beacon Theatre. The theater is a world-famous venue for touring musicians, having previously hosted everyone from Miles Davis to Mariah Carey. to Trey Anastasio, and of course the Allman Brothers’ 25 year residency at the theater from 1989 to 2014.
The Beacon Theatre during its 2009 Renovations
The tour’s final New York date will feature a show at Huntington’s Paramount on December 8th. Since its reopening in 2011, the near-100 year old theater has become one of Long Island’s premier concert venues. Its multi-level, 1,500 person space has made it “the best club that’s ever been on Long Island,” according to Billy Joel.
The tour will feature two sets highlighting the Allman Brothers’ 1970s and 1990s output. As part of these sets, the Allman Betts Band will celebrate the group’s enduring hits and extended jams. In addition to the Allman Betts Band, the tour will feature a number of hand-selected musicians from the blues, americana, and rock genres. Luther Dickinson (North Mississippi Allstars), Cody Dickinson (North Mississippi Allstars), Jimmy Hall (Jeff Beck, Wet Willie), Lindsay Lou, Lamar Williams Jr., Alex Orbison (son of Roy Orbison), Jackie Greene, Larry McCray and Anders Osborne will perform at each show on the tour. Additionally, Sierra Hull, Grace Bowers, G. Love, and Jake Shimabukuro will join these artists at select performances.
For more information on dates and ticketing, visit the Allman Betts Family Revival website here
Allman Betts Family Revival Winter 2024 Dates
Nov 30 @ The Arcada Theater | St. Charles, IL
Dec 1 @ State Theatre | Minneapolis, MN
Dec 3 @ The Palace Theatre | Greensburg, PA
Dec 4 @ Kleinhans Music Hall | Buffalo, NY
Dec 5 @ Orpheum Theater | Boston, MA
Dec 6 @ Capitol Theater | Port Chester, NY
Dec 7 @ The Beacon Theater | New York, NY
Dec 8 @ The Paramount | Huntington, NY
Dec 9 @ Capital One Hall | Tysons, VA
Dec 11 @ Van Wezel PAC | Sarasota, FL
Dec 12 @ Gaillard Center | Charleston, SC
Dec 13 @ Norton Center for the Arts | Danville, KY
Dec 14 @ The Factory | St. Louis, MO
Dec 15 @ Uptown Theater | Kansas City, MO
Dec 16 @ Ryman Auditorium | Nashville, TN
Dec 17 @ Moore Theatre | Seattle, WA
Dec 18 @ Paramount Theatre | Denver, CO
Dec 20 @ Grand Sierra Resort/Grand Theatre | Reno, NV
Country-folk power couple Chaparelle gave an exciting performance on July 20 for the Woodstock community at Levon Helm Studios.
Chaparelle, fronted by singer and songwriters Zella Day and Jesse Woods, are currently on their first tour together. The two started writing music together a year and a half ago and invited producer Beau Bedford to their early sessions and announced nine tour dates on April 26. They released their first Chaparelle single, “Bleeding Hearts” on June 28.
The song reflects the classic country, slow, cowpoke sound of their homebase, Austin, Texas. The whole band is made up of Texans aside from Day who was born in Arizona, but spent most of her solo career in Los Angeles.
Levon Helm Studios was the perfect intimate venue for Chaparelle’s musical introduction to the Hudson Valley. Day and Woods are used to playing in Texas dance halls so the venue allowed them to have a closer connection with audience members. With only one single out, they performed almost all unreleased songs. “I can’t think of a more magical way to share this music,” Day remarked. The couple had eclectic chemistry on stage and their two voices melted together with impeccable harmony.
Chaparelle gave a sultry Woodstock performance of an unreleased song “Sex and Rage” and even added choreography with an iconic Austin dance move, the cuddle dip. Day sang her song “Girls” from her Sunday in Heaven album. With her iconic tambourine and entrancing vocals, Day has a captivating performance style that sucked her audience in.
One cover that had people singing along was their slowed, folky version of Whitney Houston’s “I Wanna Dance With Somebody.” Chaparelle ended their set with another cover during the encore. “Video Games” by Lana Del Rey was a song that inspired their own writing. Day has previously worked with Del Rey, opening for her a number of times and being featured on her Joni Mitchell cover, “For Free.”
Chaparelle has confirmed they will release an album in the future with the release date to be determined. With 19 dates still left on their U.S. tour, you don’t want to miss this classic country revival duo.
Remaining Chaparelle Tour Dates
JUL 27, 2024: NEWPORT FOLK FESTIVAL NEWPORT, RI
SEP 7, 2024: EVANSTON FOLK FESTIVAL EVANSTON, IL
SEP 26, 2024: BLUE CANOE TUPELO, MS
SEP 28, 2024: EVOLUTION FESTIVAL ST. LOUIS, MO
SEP 29, 2024: RECORDBAR KANSAS CITY, MO
OCT 1, 2024: MERCURY LOUNGE TULSA, OK
OCT 2, 2024: HOUSE OF BLUES DALLAS – CAMBRIDGE ROOM DALLAS, TX
OCT 4, 2024 – OCT 6, 2024: AUSTIN CITY LIMITS MUSIC FESTIVAL AUSTIN, TX
OCT 9, 2024: HOLLYWOOD THEATRE VANCOUVER, BC
OCT 11, 2024: TRACTOR TAVERN SEATTLE, WA
OCT 12, 2024: THE SHOWDOWN PORTLAND, OR
OCT 13, 2024: DOMINO ROOM BEND, OR
OCT 24, 2024: MIDDLE EAST UPSTAIRS BOSTON, MA
OCT 25, 2024: THE SULTAN ROOM BROOKLYN, NY
OCT 26, 2024: SONGBYRD WASHINGTON, DC
OCT 27, 2024: CAT’S CRADLE BACK ROOM CARRBORO, NC
OCT 29, 2024: THE EARL ATLANTA, GA
OCT 30, 2024: BLUE ROOM AT THIRD MAN RECORDS NASHVILLE, TN
A Music Festival of national acclaim, the annual Farm Aid will return to the Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) on September 21st. The 2024 edition of the festival will feature performances from the festival’s legendary board members: Neil Young, Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews and Margo Price, among other performers.
Farm Aid began in 1985 to raise awareness about the loss of family farms across the country. Bob Dylan’s Live Aid performance, where he commented on the hardships of American farmers, inspired Willie Nelson to begin the festival. In only six weeks the first Farm Aid was organized. Located in Champaign, Illinois, the September 22, 1985 festival drew 80,000 concert-goers. This first farm aid featured legends including Billy Joel, Roy Orbison, and Tom Petty.
Since its founding, the festival has grown into the longest running annual benefit concert, raising over $80 million. The proceeds made by the festival go towards keeping farming families on their land in the face of growing commercial consolidation.
Neil Young, Willie Nelson, and John Mellencamp onstage at Farm Aid 1985
A highlight of Farm Aid was its 2013 edition hosted at SPAC. The festival featured over 20 artists playing to a sold-out crowd of 25,000 fans. In addition to emotional performances from legends like Pete Seeger, the night was dedicated to education and political change. The festival highlighted the issues of GMO seeds and spending cuts to food stamps, among other plights farmers faced.
In 2024, Farm Aid remains true to these convictions. This festival will highlight farmers’ roles in supplying fresh, healthy food for Americans. There will be a specific focus on farmers’ acts of resilience and unity in face of mounting pressures. Rising demand and labor costs coupled with the effects of global warming have had detrimental effects especially for New York’s dairy farmers. In just 5 years, over 3,000 dairy farms across New York have closed due to these pressures.
“We’re energized to be back in New York. The farmers here have always found ways to innovate and contribute to their communities, even as they deal with uncertainties, extreme weather and policies that favor corporations over people”
– Willie Nelson, Farm Aid Founder
The festival will feature performances from its board members as well as a host of other artists. The festival’s founder Willie Nelson is going strong into his 7th decade as a recording artist and will grace the crowd with his world-famous country twang. Also featured is Neil Young, who across his solo albums and work with CSNY, has firmly established himself as one of the greatest folk artists in history. Rock and Roll Hall of Famer John Mellencamp will energize audiences with his iconic heartland rock. The festival’s newest board member Dave Matthews will play a rock set alongside long-time collaborator Tim Reynolds.
In addition to these acts, the festival will feature performances from at least eight other artists. Among these are Mavis Staples, Nathaniel Rateliff, Lukas Nelson, Charley Crockett, Joy Oladokun, Southern Avenue, Cassandra Lewis, and Jesse Welles.
Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats
In addition to these musical performances, the festival will feature a number of experiences revolving around the importance of small farms. Festival concessions will use family-farm raised ingredients to highlight local specialities. In addition, exhibits will educate festival-goers on soil, water, energy, food and farming.
Presale tickets for Farm Aid in Saratoga Springs at SPAC go on sale Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 10am ET. Public sale tickets will follow on Friday, July 26 at 10am ET. Ticket prices range from $85 to $325.
For more information, visit the Farm Aid festival website here.
