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  • James Taylor and His All-Star Band to Perform in Buffalo, Syracuse, Wantagh and Saratoga This Summer

    Legendary singer/songwriter James Taylor and his All-Star band are coming to New York this summer.

    As part of his tour, the artist will perform at the Darien Lake Amphitheater on June 25, the Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview Syracuse on June 26, at the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in Bethel on June 28 and later return at the Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater in Wantagh on August 31 and at the Broadview Stage at SPAC in Saratoga Springs on September 2.  

    Taylor is known for his covers, such as “How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You)” and “Handy Man”, as well as originals such as “Sweet Baby James”. The singer is also known for playing the leading role in Monte Hellman’s 1971 film Two-Lane Blacktop.

    As a recording and touring artist, James is known for touching fans with his warm baritone voice and distinctive style of guitar-playing for more than 50 years, while setting a precedent to which countless young musicians have aspired. Since the release of his self-titled debut album in 1968, he has sold more than 100 million albums during the course of his successful songwriting and performing career, earning gold, platinum, and multi-platinum awards.

    In early 2020, the songwriters hall of famer (2000) released “Break Shot”, a deeply personal and authentic audio-only memoir detailing his first 21 years. In addition, he also dropped American Standard, his 19th studio album, which made him the first musician to have a Billboard Top 10 album in each of the previous six decades and won him the 2021 Grammy Award for best traditional pop vocal album. 

    James has done a lot of touring in Europe, Canada, and the US in recent years. This summer, he will be joined by his All-star band; Kate Markowitz on vocals, Dorian Holley on vocals, Andrea Zonn on vocals and fiddle, Jimmy Johnson on bass, Steve Gadd on drums, Dean Parks on guitar, and Kevin Hays on keyboards.

    James Taylor and his All-Star Band will perform at the Darien Lake Amphitheater, Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview, Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater and the Broadview Stage at SPAC. Tickets are exclusively available here. 

    James Taylor and His All-Star Band Tour Dates:

    Apr 06,2024 –Tokyo Garden Theater, Tokyo, Japan

    Apr 08, 2024 –  Mall of Asia, Manila, Philippines

    Apr 12, 2024 – Kings Park (Outdoor) Perth, Australia

    Apr 13, 2024 – Kings Park (Outdoor) Perth, Australia

    Apr 16, 2024 – Margaret Court Arena Melbourne, Australia

    Apr 17, 2024 – Margaret Court Arena Melbourne, Australia

    Apr 19, 2024 – Entertainment Centre Adelaide, Australia

    Apr 21, 2024 – A Day On The Green at Sirromet Winery (Outdoor) Mt. Cotton, Australia

    Apr 23, 2024 – Aware Super Theatre Sydney, Australia

    Apr 24, 2024 – Aware Super Theatre Sydney, Australia

    Apr 27, 2024 – A Day On The Green at Bimbadgen (Outdoor) Hunter Valley, Australia

    Apr 28, 2024 – A Day On The Green at Centennial Vineyards (Outdoor) Bowral, Australia

    Apr 30, 2024 – Spark Arena Auckland, New Zealand

    May 01, 2024 – T.S.B. Bank Arena, Wellington, New Zealand

    May 04, 2024 – Neal Blaisdell Center Honolulu, HI, United States

    May 05, 2024 – A&B Amphitheater at Maui Arts & Cultural Center Maui, HI, United States

    May 29, 2024 – Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles, CA, United States

    May 31, 2024 – Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre Salt Lake City, UT, United States

    Jun 02, 2024 – Red Rocks Amphitheatre Morrison, CO, United States

    Jun 03, 2024 – Red Rocks Amphitheatre Morrison, CO, United States

    Jun 05, 2024 – Starlight Theatre Kansas City, MO, United States

    Jun 06, 2024 – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre St. Louis (Maryland Heights), MO, United States

    Jun 08, 2024 – Ravinia Highland Park , IL, United States

    Jun 09, 2024 – Ravinia Highland Park , IL, United States

    Jun 11, 2024 – Ruoff Music Center Noblesville, IN, United States

    Jun 12, 2024 – Bridgestone Arena, Nashville, TN, United States

    Jun 14, 2024 – Simmons Bank Arena North Little Rock, AR, United States

    Jun 15, 2024 – Lucas Oil Live at WinStar World Casino and Resort Thackerville, OK, United States

    Jun 23, 2024 — Pine Knob Music Theatre Clarkston, MI, United States

    Jun 25, 2024 – Darien Lake Amphitheater Darien Center , NY, United States

    Jun 26, 2024 – Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview Syracuse, NY, United States

    Jun 28, 2024 – Bethel Woods Center for the Arts Bethel Woods , NY, United States

    Jun 30, 2024 – Maine Savings Amphitheater Bangor, ME, United States

    Jul 01, 2024 – Bank of New Hamphshire Pavilion Gilford, NH, United States

    Jul 03, 2024 – Tanglewood Lenox, MA, United States

    Jul 04, 2024 – Tanglewood Lenox, MA, United States

    Aug 30, 2024 – The Mann Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Aug 31, 2024 – Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater Wantagh, NY, United States

    Sep 02, 2024 – Broadview Stage at SPAC Saratoga Springs, NY, United States

    Sep 04, 2024 – Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater Bridgeport, CT, United States

    Sep 05, 2024 – Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater Bridgeport, CT, United States

    Sep 07, 2024 – The Pavilion at Star Lake Burgettstown, PA, United States

    Sep 09, 2024 – MGM Music Hall at Fenway Boston, MA, United States

    Sep 10, 2024 – MGM Music Hall at Fenway Boston, MA, United States

    Sep 12, 2024 – Wolf Trap Filene Center Vienna, VA, United States

    Sep 14, 2024 – Wolf Trap Filene Center Vienna, VA, United States

    Sep 15, 2024 – Wolf Trap Filene Center Vienna, VA, United States

  • Swoosh God Tabs Chow Lee for ‘My Life My Dream’ With Project On the Way

    Two of New York’s upcoming stars join forces as Swoosh God and Chow Lee team-up for “My Life My Dream,” offering a taste into New York City’s new wave. The Harry Fraud produced record meshes well with the drill mold of production that has taken youthful contemporary music by storm. Featuring a looping sample from rock band Staind and their hit-record “So Far Away,” Swoosh God and Chow Lee take turns riding the beat.

    Swoosh God and Chow Lee "My Life My Dream" cover art
    Swoosh God and Chow Lee team-up for “My Life My Dream.”

    About Swoosh God

    For his part, Swoosh God hopes this marks the start of his second wind. After all, the Valley Stream native originally made waves during the “Soundcloud” era of hip hop, and created a virtual cult-following. Notably, Playboy Carti inked the cultural shape shifter to his label imprint at Interscope Records.

    After departing his deal with Carti, Swoosh got back on his independent grind and continued to show why he was so heavily sought after and labeled a future star; including collaborations with Lil Uzi Vert, Juicy J, Rich The Kid, Famous Dex, Matt Ox, a placement on the NBA2K Soundtrack. Now, Swoosh is back with “My Life My Dream,” and a forthcoming project, Still Swoosh, set for release on March 1.

    About Chow Lee

    Fellow Long Island native Chow Lee continues to climb the metaphorical ladder. With his trademark sped-up flow, he adds an undeniable swagger to “My Life My Dream” that brings the song full circle. Moreover, Chow has seen his stock rise within the last year, performing at industry showcases while linking up with other upcoming talent like Swoosh God and Cash Cobain.

  • Rock The River Benefit Concert to Return to Capitol Theatre

    Sunrise Association has announced the 11th annual Rock The River benefit concert in Port Chester, taking place Thursday, April 11 at the Capitol Theatre.

    photo by Scott Harris

    Rock The River is meant to honor supporters at the “original rock palace” and benefit Sunrise Day Camp-Pearl River. The honorable awards will be presented to owner Peter Shapiro, General Manager Bruce Wheeler, and Head of Special Events, Emily Schmalholz. The awards in question are known as the Sunrise Community Partner Award and the Sunrise Champion Award.

    Money raised from this benefit will support the vital work Sunrise Day Camp–Pearl River does for the community. Sunrise Day Camp brings the simple pleasures of childhood back to children struggling with cancer, changing months of loneliness and isolation into summers filled with sunshine, laughter and happiness.

    The Capitol Theatre welcomes a performance by the legendary Steve Augeri, the former lead vocalist for Journey. In years prior, artists like Wyclef Jean, Melissa Etheridge, Max Weinberg and many more music icons.

    The 11th annual Rock The River sponsored by Sunrise Association sees a wonderful evening of uplifting music by Steve Augeri. Along with this, the wonderful fundraising for ill children in need.

    This is an evening of togetherness, music, and benefits for those in need. It showcases both the power of fundraising and the unity that music brings.

    “We are honored & grateful to be the host venue of Rock The River for 10 years! Live music provides an impressive and organic sense of connection, this event is a natural fit. Over the years, we have formed an amazing partnership with Sunrise which has grown Rock The River year after year, working together to raise money for this incredibly important cause. I play just a small part in the success of this event and will continue to do my best to champion the cause in every way possible. I have no doubt that this partnership between The Capitol Theatre and Sunrise Day Camp will continue to grow so that we can continue to raise as much money as possible to send hundreds more children with cancer & their siblings to this incredible camp.”

    Emily Schmalholz, Sunrise Champion Award Nominee

    Doors to the concert open at 6:30pm, and music begins at 8pm. For more information on the Rock The River Benefit Concert or to make a donation, click here.

  • The Suicide Disease Release Latest Single “Constellations”

    New York Grunge band The Suicide Disease has released their latest single, “Constellations” this past Valentine’s Day. The ballad was released under Zodhiac Records and was produced by Ricky Armellino of Ice Nine Kills and KJ Strock.

    Constellations The Suicide Disease

    The Suicide Disease creates alternative, grungy, pop-rock style music. The release of “Constellations” exemplifies each of these subgenres. The song is a love letter written to loved ones who have passed or been distanced.

    “Constellations” has quite the emotional, yearning-for-past-joy kind of feel. They miss the people they once held close and that is apparent throughout the song from beginning to end.

    The guitar tones are somber, but still pop-punky. The song definitely gets you to feel a ball of emotion in your stomach, whether you relate to the message or not.

    The band wears their hearts on their sleeves, and that is one thing that allows for raw, passionate music like this. The group is from the south shore of Long Island, and is gaining popularity across the country.

    The Suicide Disease make melodic metal music that offers solace to people dealing with loss. The group understands firsthand the effects of their namesake, the chronic pain disorder disease Trigeminal Neuralgia.

    “This was a sad song for me to write. The first line really says it all, ‘take my stars away with daylight’s arc’. As we try to communicate to those that are no longer with us in the stars at night time it’s inevitable that daylight will return – then reality sets in and we must come face-to-face with the fact that they are no longer with us.”

    Lead Singer Jay Francis

    The group exists in their own genre but have sound pieces of New Order and The Cure. The Suicide Disease recorded their first demo on a cassette tape in 2021 and drove around with a boombox in hopes that they could share it with the right people. The four piece was discovered at a show by Steve Feinberg, who took on managing the band and shared with Ricky Armellino to produce.

    To listen to “Constellations” on all platforms, click here.

  • Marc Ribler Pays Homage to Dick Cavett on Latest Album, “Armaggedon”

    Renowned Rock n Roll artist Marc Ribler has released a new single named “Dick Cavett,” along with a music video to honor the legend. The track also appears on Ribler’s latest album titled, Armageddon.

    Marc Ribler is best known for being musical director for Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul, with Steven Van Zandt. Ribler is a NYC native from Brooklyn and got his start in the Big Apple. Along with this, Ribler was a big part the Asbury Park music scene in New Jersey.

    Ribler, like many from his generation, grew up admiring Cavett and drawing inspiration from the Dick Cavett Show. Dick Cavett was a star of late-night talk show, and an all-around entertainer from the 60s, into the 2000s.

    Marc Ribler wanted deeply to pay homage to the great Dick Cavett for spotlighting of the Rock n Roll renaissance. Cavett would consistently have rockers on his show and give a voice to artists who were otherwise lesser known.

    Marc released the song “Dick Cavett” with a music video to accompany it. Ribler portrays a youthful, nostalgic feeling in the tune. He is fondly reminiscing about the times he’d watch the Dick Cavett Show, and the rest of the world stopped.

    All that mattered was the meaningful, uplifting, entertainment and intrigue the show had to offer. What mattered was the way Cavett held Rock n Roll up on a pedestal for the world to eat up. The song was recently named one of top 10 “Coolest Songs In The World” by listeners of SiriusXM’s The Underground Garage.

    “Like so many of us, I grew up with the Dick Cavett show. In retrospect it is eminently clear that Dick was one of the most important presenters of the rock ‘n’ roll renaissance, not to mention introducing all the key players in every awe-inspiring and earth-shaking event happening in our culture in the 60s, 70s and beyond.“

    Marc Ribler

    To watch and listen to “Dick Cavett” by Marc Ribler, click here. To learn more about purchasing Marc Ribler’s new single and album, click here.

  • Albany Symphony to Present Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons” this March in Troy

    This March, two-time GRAMMY Award-winning Albany Symphony present the most celebrated instrumental work of the Baroque era, Antonio Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons. In addition to this classic violin concerto, The History of Red, a new vocal work by Reena Esmail will feature Soprano Molly Netter, and the nature-inspired work Murmurations, by Derek Bermel.

    The pair of concerts will take place on Saturday, March 16 at 7:30pm and Sunday, March 17 at 3:00 at the Troy Savings Bank Music Hall.  

    Albany Symphony Music Director David Alan Miller conducting
    David Alan Miller, Music Director of Albany Symphony and Grammy-winning conductor.

    The Four Seasons was composed in the early 1700’s and is the best known of Vivaldi’s works – a revolutionary work of musical tone-painting, based very literally on sonnets Vivaldi wrote to depict the seasons. Vivaldi’s imagery throughout the work includes flowing creeks, singing birds, a shepherd and his barking dog, buzzing flies, storms, drunken dancers and warm winter fires. 

    Albany Symphony Music Director, David Alan Miller, has invited four remarkable young violinists, specialists in authentic Baroque-style performance who recently graduated from the Juilliard School’s acclaimed Historical Performance program, to perform the four concertos that make up the “Four Seasons.” They include Ravenna Lipchik, Edson Scheid, Amelia Sie and Shelby Yamin, who will all be performing on authentic Baroque instruments. 

    We are so excited to present Vivaldi’s masterpiece as he himself may have heard it. Our four soloists are all brilliant interpreters of Baroque style, and we are very excited to welcome them.  We’re also thrilled to present brilliant new works by two longtime friends of the Symphony, Reena Esmail and Derek Bermel.  Reena’s work features Molly Netter, a remarkable vocal artist we’ve been eager to present.  I promise this will be an absolutely delicious way to spend a cold winter’s evening or afternoon at the legendary Troy Savings Bank Music Hall.

    David Alan Miller, Music Director of Albany Symphony.

    The Symphony will perform Reena Email’s The History of Red, inspired by the first time the composer heard Samuel Barber’s Knoxville: Summer of 1915 at the Ford Theater in Los Angeles with her parents. Hearing this piece at age 14 was a pivotal moment in her decision to become a composer. The History of Red is a work for soprano and orchestra in which the singer grapples with the world around her. Chickasaw poet and writer Linda Hogan’s beautiful text is clearly the voice of an adult woman, aware not only of her current world, but of the entire, complex history of her ancestors.  She is an Indian-America composer whose work bridges the worlds of Indian and Western Classical music and holds degrees from The Julliard School and the Yale School of Music. 

    I wrote this piece as the pandemic was raging around the world, as the effects of decades of racism hit a new fever pitch in the US, and as we headed into the 2020 presidential election with so much trepidation. My own complicated history, and the history of this time, is also embedded in every note of this piece.

    Composer Reena Email

    Featured vocalist Canadian-American Soprano Molly Netter is highly sought after as a soloist, with engagements including her debut with the New York Philharmonic, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Julia Wolfe’s Steel Hammer at Carnegie Hall, the premiere of Katherine Balch’s Illuminate with the California Symphony, as well as solo appearances with both the Fort Worth and Johnstown Symphonies for Handel’s Messiah.

    The program also features Derek Bermel’s Murmurations, composed in 2015, which depicts vivid imagery through music. When Bermel listens to and watches a string orchestra perform, he is reminded of a flock of birds. They glide and dive in formation, soaring together or splitting into layers of counterpoint before regrouping into a single unit. According to Bermel, during a year living in Rome, he was often treated to the graceful spectacle of a starling murmuration. Their stunning, geometrical displays of aviation prior to settling down for the night are a humbling sight. In Murmurations, he attempted to map onto a musical structure some of the behavior he observed in the starlings’ flight.

    For tickets and more info, visit here.

  • JLo’s Comeback: This Is Me…Now The Tour Hits New York

    The world-renowned Jennifer Lopez has been getting ready for her much awaited This Is Me…Now The Tour, with three stops in the Metropolitan area.

    Over one week in August, JLo can be seen in Belmont Park at UBS Arena, Newark at the Prudential Center and in Manhattan at Madison Square Garden.

    Lopez, known for her influence and electrifying performances, is returning to the stage. This follows her successful 2019 tour, which saw her earn over $50 million and sell out venues all over the country.

    The singer’s return is intricately tied to her latest album, This Is Me…Now, just released on February 16. Following a five-year break, JLo is returning to the stage with hits from her most recent album and chart-topping songs. Still, fans eagerly anticipate her return. Supporters can expect a diverse musical and emotional saga, which combines pop, R&B, and hip-hop elements to tell her authentic tale of personal development, resiliency, and self-love.

    Join the JLo Fan Club presale to secure a front-row seat beginning at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, February 20. Further, be sure to reserve a spot for the general on-sale via LiveNation.com on Friday, February 23 at 10 AM, as CITI and Verizon are also offering exclusive presales.

    In addition to releasing an album, JLo is giving her fans a sneak peek at This Is Me…Now: A Love story on Prime Video. This story-driven cinematic odyssey dportrays her quest for love. “Can’t Get Enough,” the first single, is already becoming popular across all platforms.

    Mark your calendars for the New York stops: UBS Arena in Belmont Park on August 9; Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, on August 10; and Madison Square Garden on August 16, 2024. In the meantime, let Jennifer Lopez show you why she is a timeless icon of pop-culture.

    THIS IS ME…NOW THE TOUR 2024 Dates:

    6/26 – Orlando, FL – Kia Center

    6/28 – Miami, FL – Kaseya Center

    7/02 – Austin, TX – Moody Center

    7/03 – Edinburg, TX – Bert Ogden Arena*

    7/05 – San Antonio, TX – Frost Bank Center

    7/06 – Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center

    7/09 – Phoenix, AZ – Footprint Center

    7/11 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum

    7/13 – Anaheim, CA – Honda Center

    7/16 – San Francisco, CA – Chase Center

    6/17 – Sacramento, CA – Golden 1 Center

    7/19 – Palm Springs, CA – Acrisure Arena

    7/20 – Las Vegas, NV – T-Mobile Arena*

    7/22 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena

    7/24 – Tulsa, OK – BOK Center

    7/26 – Rosemont, IL – Allstate Arena

    7/27 – Indianapolis, IN – Gainbridge Fieldhouse

    7/30 – Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena

    7/31 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena

    8/02 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena*#

    8/05 – Montreal, QC – Bell Centre*#

    8/07 – Boston, MA – TD Garden

    8/09 – Belmont Park, NY – UBS Arena

    8/10 – Newark, NJ – Prudential Center

    8/13 – Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Center

    8/14 – Washington, DC – Capital One Arena

    8/16 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden

    8/20 – Cleveland, OH – Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse*

    8/22 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena

    8/24 – Raleigh, NC – PNC Arena

    8/25 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena

    8/27 – Tampa, FL – Amalie Arena

    8/30 – New Orleans, LA – Smoothie King Center

    8/31 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center*

  • Neil Young & Crazy Horse Announces “Love Earth” Tour Coming to Queens This Spring

    Long-term collaborators Neil Young and Crazy Horse have announced their “Love Earth” Tour in support of their new album FU##IN’ UP, making a stop at the Forest Hills Stadium in Queens on May 14 and 15. 

    Neil Young crazy horse queens

    The Canadian singer-songwriter who has been a major music figure known for his willingness to embrace innovation while staying true to his unique artistic vision will team up with his long-term collaborators to release a nine-song body of work FU##IN’ UP on April 26 and in addition to announcing their new album, the duo have released the details of their “Love Earth” which will commence across North America in April and May. 

    The album FU##IN’ UP reveals both Neil Young and Crazy Horse in all their ragged glory playing songs from their long relationship. The duo have played together for over 50 years and the performances of these familiar songs, recorded in 2023, is a true highlight. As Neil explains, “In the spirit it’s offered…made this for the Horse lovers. I can’t stop it. The horse is runnin’. What a ride we have. I don’t want to mess with the vibe. I am so happy to have this to share.” 

    Neil Young art by ‘java’ john goldacker

    Neil Young and Crazy Horse released World Record in 2022 and in Spring 2023, Young, Nils Logfren, Ralph Molina and Billy Talbot released All Roads Lead Home. FU##IN’ UP will feature the core Crazy Horse members as well as Young’s son Micah on vocals, piano and guitar. Fans can pre save their album here. 

    Neil Young and Crazy Horse will perform their “Love Earth” Tour at the Forest Hills Stadium in Queens for two nights on May 14 and 15 and tickets can be found here.

    Neil Young and Crazy Horse “Love Earth” Tour Dates:

    Wed Apr 24 – San Diego, CA – Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre

    Thu Apr 25 – San Diego, CA – Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre

    Sat Apr 27 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre

    Wed May 01 – Austin, TX – Germania Insurance Amphitheater

    Thu May 02 – Dallas, TX – Dos Equis Pavilion

    Sun May 05 – Huntsville, AL – Orion Amphitheater

    Tue May 07 – Atlanta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre

    Wed May 08 – Franklin, TN – FirstBank Amphitheater

    Sat May 11 – Bristow, VA – Jiffy Lube Live

    Sun May 12 – Camden, NJ – Freedom Mortgage Pavilion

    Tue May 14 – Queens, NY – Forest Hills Stadium 

    Wed May 15 – Queens, NY – Forest Hills Stadium

    Fri May 17 – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center

    Sat May 18 – Bridgeport, CT – Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater

    Mon May 20 – Toronto, ON – Budweiser Stage

    Wed May 22 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre

    Thu May 23 – Chicago, IL – Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island

    https://youtu.be/CLDBLOZp6aU?si=gzkA2Lyd3rT6gtP3

  • Joe Russo’s Almost Dead To Headline Peach At The Beach

    Joe Russo’s Almost Dead (JRAD) has announced they are headlining Peach at the Beach, a full day of live music at the new Summer Concert Stage at ISLAND Water Park at Showboat Resort in Atlantic City, NJ, on Saturday, July 13, presented by the team behind Peach Fest.

    Peach At The Beach fest

    The Peach at the Beach, inspired by the legendary music of the Allman Brothers Band, also features Dogs In A Pile, Trouble No More performing the Allman Brothers Band iconic album Eat A Peach, Karina Rykman, Mykal Rose of Black Uhuru, and more.

    Peach Fest is taking a pause this year – making this the perfect place to gather the Peach community for a day of peach, love, and happiness in Atlantic City.

    The theme of The Peach at the Beach is reconnecting with friends and embracing the essence of what makes The Peach so unique. Their mission is to continue spreading as much love and positive energy as possible.

    The Summer Concert Stage at ISLAND Waterpark at Showboat Resort is Atlantic City’s newest concert venue, located outdoors among the sand, the sea, and stars, steps away from the beach, and boardwalk. It is the largest indoor beachfront waterpark in the world, covering 120,000 square feet and holding more than 317,000 gallons of water, with 11 crazy slides.

    An early bird presale will begin on Thursday, February 22 at 10 a.m. ahead of the general on-sale on Friday, February 23 at 10 a.m., available here.

    Super VIP packages, which include access to a Friday night pre-party set, a Saturday late-night set, and passes to the ISLAND Water Park at Showboat Resort on Saturday are also available at the above link. VIP and GA+ tickets include passes to the ISLAND Water Park at Showboat on Saturday with additional amenities.

  • Great South Bay Music Festival is Back with Another Stellar Lineup for This Summer

    Long Island’s largest and longest running four-day music and art festival is back with another groovy lineup. The Great South Bay Music Festival will host their 16th anniversary at Shorefront Park in Patchogue, NY. The festival is sponsored by Voodoo Ranger.

    The Great South Bay Music Festival in 2019

    The elite festival will take place July 18 through 21 and will host a wide variety of artists of many genres. Contemporary and classic rock, jazz, jam, blues, Americana, ska, reggae, alternative and funk will be represented this summer with over 60 featured artists.

    Also included in the festival are several draft beer and wine tents, along with a food court of diverse selections. A craft market will also be showcased. The fest will present four very different days of music, with a lineup of headline artists alongside cutting-edge rising stars.

    Great South Bay Music Festival

    Featured artists include blues-rock legend Joe Bonamassa, Jim Messina of Buffalo Springfield, and phenom guitarist Brandon “Taz” Niederauer. Saturday is Jam Day and continuing the Grateful Dead Live Concert Experience as no one else can, is Dark Star Orchestra. Newly added acts include Start Making Sense, Aqua Cherry, Funkin A, Enrose, Rob Europe, Chris Ruben Band, Lex Grey & Urban Pioneers, Stanton Anderson Band, Imposters, Drop The 4, Chloe Halpin, & IRIEspect.

    The Disco Biscuits support with their brand of “Trancefusion”, bridging the gap between electronic music and jam bands. Also appearing is Asbury Park New Jersey’s famed quintet: Dogs In A Pile, Dopapod, psychedelic indie-rocker Karina Rykman and more.

    Closing out the Great South Bay Music Festival is legendary rock group YES. Accompanying the Sunday stage is Jethro Tull guitarist Martin Barre, and Talking Heads Tribute: Start Making Sense.

    Great South Bay Music Festival

    Festival Times:

    Thursday, July 18: Doors are at 3:00 pm, fest goes till 10pm.

    Friday, July 19: Doors are at 3:00PM, music till 11pm,

    Saturday July 20.: Doors are at 1:00pm, music till 11pm,

    Sunday July 21: Doors are at 2:00pm with performances till 10pm.

    Ticket price includes all concerts and entertainment. Food and beverages not included. Children under 10 are free. For more information on The Great South Bay Music Festival and tickets, click here.