Experience live music, rides, a petting zoo, and more at the Yorktown Grange Fair on September 6, 7, and 8, in Yorktown Heights, Westchester.
At 99 Moseman Road, on the first weekend of September, the annual Yorktown Grange Fair will once again provide a variety of attractions to the people of Westchester and beyond. Since its first year in 1924, the fair has honored the region’s agricultural heritage by providing attractions showcasing aspects of farm life. This includes but is not limited to, Livestock Exhibits, the Tractor Display, the Pie Eating Contest, and much more.
Supervisor of the Fair, Ed Lachterman, stated, “For a century, this fair has been a cornerstone of our community, bringing together families and friends to honor our rich agricultural heritage and the hardworking farmers and artisans who make Yorktown so special.”
As always, live music will be performed all three days of the Yorktown Grange Fair, by acts such as No Options Band, Kurt Gallagher, The Knuckleheads, House Arrest Band, Annie & the Natural Wonder Band, and The Whiskey’s Edge Band.
Many classic fair events will bring guests the feeling of attending the fair in its inaugural year, way back in 1924. The Mighty Mike Strongman Show, Adam Auslander Stiltwalking, East Coast Pro Wrestling, along with others, will provide fun for all.
A livestock display at the Yorktown Grange Fair in the 1960s
A fair wouldn’t be complete without rides, and this year, a full amusement park will be open throughout the day thanks to the Rainbow Amusement Company.
Full Yorktown Grange Fair schedule:
Friday, Sept 6
4:00 Gates Open 4:00 Livestock Exhibits and Tractor Display 4:00 Michael Anderson Memorial Senior Dinner sponsored by Anne Anderson 4:15 Official Opening and Invocation Flag Raising by American Legion Yorktown Post #1009, Invocation by Msgr. Joseph R. Giandurco of St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church 5:00 Rides Open (Wristband Special: $30) 6:00 Pie Eating Contest (Blacktop) 7:30 Live Music: No Options Band (Stage) 11:00 Rides and Fair Close
Saturday, Sept 7
10:00 Gates Open (Quiet Hour) All Day Livestock Exhibits and Tractor Display Strolling Variety Show with Adam Auslander 10:00 Children’s Games, Activities 10:45 Flag Ceremony by BSA Troop #164 11:00 Rides Open (Wristband Special: $35 all day) 11:00 Antique Tractor and Vehicle Parade Line Up (Behind Yorktown Heights Firehouse) 11:00 Kid’s Music with Kurt Gallagher (Stage) Noon WHUD’s KC Morabito (Until 2 p.m.) Noon Tractor Parade sponsored by Morano Bros. Corp. 1:30 East Coast Pro Wrestling Match (Grounds) 1:30 Bubble Gum Blowing Contest (Blacktop) 2:00 Mighty Mike Strongman Show (Blacktop) 2:45 Watermelon Eating Contest (Blacktop) 3:30 Live Music: The Knuckleheads (Stage) 5:00 East Coast Pro Wrestling Match (Grounds) 5:30 Tipsy Waiter Relay (Blacktop) 6:00 Mighty Mike Strongman Show (Blacktop) 8:00 Live Music: House Arrest Band (Stage) 11:00 Rides and Fair Close
Sunday, Sept 8
10:00 Gates Open (Quiet Hour) All Day Livestock Exhibits and Tractor Display Strolling Variety Show with Adam Auslander 10:00 Children’s Games, Activities 10:45 Flag Ceremony by BSA Troop #164 11:00 Rides Open (Wristband Special: $35 all day) 11:00 Kid’s Music with Annie & the Natural Wonder Band (Stage) 1:00 East Coast Pro Wrestling Match (Grounds) 1:15 Mighty Mike Strongman Show (Blacktop) 2:15 Street Beatz Dance Performance (Blacktop) 2:45 Mighty Mike Strongman Show (Blacktop) 3:30 Rubber Chicken Throwing Contest sponsored by Eddies Yard (Blacktop) 4:00 Live Music: The Whiskey’s Edge Band (Stage) 6:15 Mighty Mike Strongman Show (Blacktop) 7:00 Rides and Fair Close 7–8 100th Annual Produce Auction (Jerry Mulcahy Building)
A Day To Remember is bringing their Fall 2024 Couple More Shows headline tour to the Upstate Medical Arena at The Oncenter War Memorial in Syracuse on November 4. Special guests August Burns Red and Stand Atlantic will accompany the act.
Composed of vocalist Jeremy McKinnon, rhythm guitarist Neil Westfall, percussionist and drummer Alex Shelnutt, and lead guitarist Kevin Skaff, A Day To Remember has been delivering punk hits since their conception in 2003 and first official release with And Their Name Was Treason in 2005.
Over the past 19 years, the band has released a total of seven studio albums, embarked on several tours in the United States and beyond, and sold over three million units. Now, just after their biggest North American headline run to date, The Least Anticipated Album Tour, A Day To Remember returns to New York for another powerful performance.
With gritty instrumentals and electrifying choruses that meld the edge of rock and punk with the catchiness of pop, A Day To Remember has always bent the conventions of sound and genre to their will. Audience members at the Upstate Medical Arena will be able to experience a once-in-a-lifetime performance filled with sounds that are uniquely ‘A Day To Remember’.
Supporting bands August Burns Red and Stand Atlantic will also be performing the evening of November 4.
August Burns Red shares history with A Day To Remember, also debuting their metal sound in 2003. Two-time Grammy nominees, their most recent release Death Below marks their tenth studio album.
Pop punk band Stand Atlantic originates in Sydney, Australia. With four studio albums, three EPs, and a myriad of singles, Stand Atlantic will be adding this tour to their impressive repertoire of tours they have opened in addition to their own shows, presenting audiences with their contemporary twist to the traditional pop punk sound.
Couple More Shows in Syracuse will begin at 7:00PM, November 4 at the Upstate Medical University Arena at the Oncenter War Memorial.
The full list of tour dates are listed below. Ticket sales are live now.
TOUR DATES:
10/17 – Las Vegas, NV – Fountainebleau Las Vegas 10/19 – Las Vegas, NV – When We Were Young Festival 10/20 – Las Vegas, NV – When We Were Young Festival 10/23 – Wichita, KS – Wave ICT 10/25 – Cincinnati, OH – Andrew J Brady Music Center 10/26 – Moline, IL – Vibrant Arena at The MARK 10/27 – Peoria, IL – Peoria Civic Center 10/29 – Huntington, WV – Marshall Health Network Arena 10/30 – State College, PA – Bryce Jordan Center 11/1 – Portland, ME – Cross Insurance Arena 11/3 – London, ON – Budweiser Gardens 11/4 – Syracuse, NY – Upstate Medical Arena at The Oncenter War Memorial 11/6 – Norfolk, VA – Chartway Arena 11/7 – Savannah, GA – Enmarket Arena 11/9 – Jacksonville, FL – Daily’s Place
Women’s Day at the New York State Fair had a local flair this year, as Rochester native Danielle Ponder performed on the Chevy Court Stage. Ponder had been scheduled to perform at the fair last year, however illness forced a cancellation.
Few in the music industry have the inspirational story Danielle Ponder has. Formerly an attorney with the Monroe County Public Defender’s Office, Ponder quit her position one week sky of turning 40 years old to pursue a career in music, full time. The soul/R&B singer-songwriter has toured with George Clinton, Leon Bridges, and Marcus Mumford, performed on numerous late night television programs, and even performed at the historic Newport Folk Festival in 2023. She is currently touring in support of her 2023 release, Some Of Us Are Brave.
It was hard not to notice the grin on Danielle Ponder’s face as she took the stage at Chevy Court on Wednesday at the New York State Fair. Ponder was greeted with a roar from the crowd, many of whom had made the trek from nearby Rochester for the performance. Ponder launched into “Some Of Us Are Brave” and quickly showcased her talents to those unfamiliar with her music. Ponder’s vocals soared through out the fairgrounds, as she displayed her dynamic vocal range.
Between songs, Ponder joked with the audience regarding the serious nature of her music. “Here comes another break up song”, she joked. She told the tale of her inspirational journey to performing music full time, adding “Begin to walk and the path will appear”. And she paid homage to the local venues who supported her rise to stardum, including Funk & Waffles and The Westcott Theater.
Ponder would close the sixty minute set with a stunning rendition of Radiohead’s “Creep”. Ponder’s vocals soared through out the fairgrounds one last time, as she delivered her on take on the classic track.
The New York State Fair continues through Monday. See the remainder of the concert schedule here.
New York based-guitarist Shubh Saran announced his “Being Anybody Else” Tour, with a stop in Syracuse.
Saran’s unique blend of varied influences has earned him popular acclaim. Saran will play Funk N Waffles September 14, with local Syracuse band Paega opening.
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Growing up in six different countries exposed Shubh Saran to a wide range of work he would come to draw inspiration from, from classical and contemporary Indian music to progressive rock. Saran has performed globally with his band, in addition to being a composer and producer.
Guitar World likened Saran to a “shred chameleon”. The international influences and versatility are evident is his work. Pitchfork described his music as, “a heartfelt exploration of the ups and downs of being part of the world’s fastest-growing floating tribe—part global citizen, part cultural refugee”.
Saran was also included in Pitchfork’s list of Best Jazz and Experimental Music of 2021. The Shubh Saran tour includes shows at Syracuse’s Funk N Waffles, and Manhattan’s Nublu. Tickets for the Syracuse show are available at the following link, and more information about Shubh Saran is available here.
Saran’s fifth release, an EP entitled Being Anybody Else, will be out September 27th. The official music video for his newest single, “To Be”, is available below.
In the vibrant land of New York City, each borough offers its unique culture, style, and history. In music, the historic jazz clubs of Harlem, projecting unforgettable stars like Duke Ellington, to the indie rock bands in Brooklyn, Manhattan’s Broadway avenues, Queen’s melting pot of cultural musicians, the Bronx’s hip-hop roots, and Staten Island’s hidden diamonds, the city offers something for everyone.
The Rockwood Music Hall is a small live music venue on NYCâs Lower East Side, with world-class sound and a storied history. Anchored by a 9âx9â stage and a Welte & Sons baby grand piano, Rockwood hosts artists of all genres and musical styles, 7 days a week.
The club is filled with vibrant jazz-loving people from all over the world. The musicians are all top-rate and playing their hearts out for an adoring and sympathetic crowd.
Irving Plaza is a ballroom-style music venue located within the Union Square neighborhood of Manhattan in New York City. It was featured on the Complex City Guide list of “50 Best Concert Venues of America” in 2013.
Webster Hall is one of New York’s most significant large 19th-century assembly halls, and it became famous for its Bohemian masquerade balls in the 1910s and 1920s.
Known for its mix of local talent and acoustic acts, the funky venue has an intimate stage for all performances. As a local staple of the East Village, locals and visitors love then venue.
The Bitter End is a 230-person capacity nightclub, coffeehouse, and folk music venue in New York City’s Greenwich Village. It opened in 1961 at 147 Bleeker Street under the auspices of owner Fred Weintraub. The club changed its name to The Other End in June 1975. However, after a few years, the owners changed the club’s name back to the more recognizable The Bitter End.
The Mercury Lounge is celebrated as an iconic indie venue due to its acoustics, its fostering and even launching of upcoming artists, and its no-frills, rock n’ roll presentation. It has made numerous top-ten lists over the years including that of Billboard Magazine. It has a capacity of 250 people.
LPR is a music venue and multimedia art cabaret in New York City founded in 2008. The performance space was designed and engineered by John Storyk/WSDG. It has become known for its focus on artistry, bringing contemporary classical music into the club setting, offering a variety of setups so that a seated classical performance can be followed by a standing set by a rock band or a DJ.
Sounds of Brazil, known as S.O.B.âs, is a legendary live music venue in the lower Manhattan neighborhood of SoHo. It was opened by owner and director Larry Gold in June 1982. Gold opened the venue to expose the musical wealth and heritage of the Afro-Latino Diaspora to as many people as possible.
Nublu is a unique club and record label from the cultural epicenter of New York City, the East Village. There are three entities of the Nublu universe, a live music venue, a record label, and a recently launched Nublu Jazz Festival which has premiered in NYC, Sao Paul and Istanbul.
Being a staple in the East Village, the venue is owned and operated by rock and roll lifers. Known for the raw and gritty charm, the establishment hosts rising stars.
The Gramercy Theatre is a music venue in New York City. It is located in the Gramercy neighborhood of Manhattan, on 127 East 23rd Street. Built in 1937 as the Gramercy Park Theatre, it is owned and operated by Live Nation as one of their two concert halls in New York City, the other being the nearby Irving Plaza.
The Red Lion is a living, breathing Rock-n-Roll juke box. This is the place where bands get their start, making their bones, paying the rent and barely paying their tab. Just like the Rolling Stones did with their first three albums: Interpreting the songs they loved the best.
The Rooftop at Pier 17is New York Cityâs most scenic concert stage. A dynamic open-air entertainment venue, set five stories above the East River, concert goers annually see their favorite artists within an intimate atmosphere (3,500 capacity), all from a one-of-a-kind rooftop location with direct views of such iconic skyline landmarks as the Brooklyn Bridge, Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty, and One World Trade Center.
Groove is a venue that remains, honoring the rich musical tradition of Greenwich Village. Groove has seen many changes since opening in 1998, but the mission to uplift local musicians and fans and to preserve the soul of American music continues to this day.
Dueling Pianos is an all-request, rock-and-roll party where you pick the playlist. Two top piano entertainers, mixing music, comedy and audience interaction in a singalong, laugh-along, dance-along show! Itâs everything from Billy Joel to Bon Jovi, Britney Spears to Bruno Mars. Nothing is off-limits from pop, rock, country, hip-hop, hairbands, disco, punk rock, standards, showtunes.
The Beacon Theatre was developed by Samuel “Roxy” Rothafel and built as a movie palace with 2,894 seas across three levels. The theater is designated as a New York City interior landmark and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Part palace, part industrial shed, Park Avenue Armory fills a critical void in the cultural ecology of New York, supporting unconventional works in the performing and visual arts that cannot be fully realized in a traditional proscenium theater, concert hall, or white wall gallery. With its soaring 55,000-square-foot Wade Thompson Drill Hall and an array of exuberant period rooms, the Armory enables a diverse range of artists to create, students to explore, and audiences to experience epic, adventurous, relevant work that cannot be done elsewhere in New York.
The National Sawdust commissions, produces, and presents cultural programming rooted in sound, supporting artists in various disciplines who are passionate about experimentation and innovation. In its intimate venue equipped with a state-of-the-art spatial sound system, National Sawdust connects audiences to the performing arts’ powers to inspire deep thinking, joy, and uphold human dignity.
Elsewhere is a multi-room music venue, nightclub, and arts space in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Our focus is underground and unbound music, presented with love. Since 2017, Elsewhereâs three stories of dance floors and stages have been home to expansive sonic offerings for all New Yorkers to explore. We are and will forever remain fiercely independent.
Located next door to The Brooklyn Monarch, The Meadows is quickly becoming a late night hotspot. This 500 capacity venue is an oasis, complete with a full bar, food, and trippy picturesque backyard with a seasonal outdoor stage.
Skinny Dennis is located in the heart of Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The bar features 18 beers on draft, our signature cocktails, a vintage jukebox and our INfamous Willie’s Frozen Coffee. Since February 2013, Skinny Dennis has been home to the some of the best live country & roots music in New York City. Offering high quality musical entertainment 7 nights a week.
Quirky Brooklyn bar prized for ‘divey’ vibes, eclectic decor & live performances in the back room. The eclectic decor within the bar adds and build unique character and is a local favorite.
Opened in September of 2008, the warehouse venue hosts big-name acts & up-and-comers. Before opening, the space was used for recording the NPR program “Ask Me Another.”
On November 24, 1928, Brooklyn Paramount introduced the most immersive entertainment experience the world had ever seen. Crowds stretched around the block to leave the world behind for a baroque palace of overwhelming spectacle and groundbreaking performances. Emboldened as âAmericaâs first movie theater built for sound,â Brooklyn Paramount set the stage for a storied saga of beginnings.
Located within the former horse stable of the ASPCA HQ, The Atrium is a cocktail bar and plant based restaurant that transforms into a late night music space. The room is crowned by a historic skylight and imposing 20â² columns that frame a monolithic travertine bar. The Atrium hosts a diverse range of record selectors over dinner service and internationally touring DJâs later in the evening.
With 15,000+ square feet of space on each of two floors featuring high ceilings and ample open space. 3,000 person capacity uniquely positioned to take advantage of the burgeoning Hollywood movie and TV rental business in Brooklyn. The Hangar also has a pre-approved NY State-certified Soundstage/New York State Qualified Production Facility (QPF) for usage rights.
Opened in 1999, Pete’s Candy Store continues as Williamsburg’s original live music venue. Featuring acts such as Will Oldham, Beth Orton, Devendra Barnhart and Norah Jones, this small venue and neighborhood tavern developed an early reputation for special shows and rare treats. While the list of noteworthy performers is quite lengthy, Pete’s Candy Store has always been a free venue and has booked mostly unknown and unsigned bands, many of which have gone on to greater recognition.
The Kings Theatre, formerly Loew’s Kings Theatre, is a live performance venue in the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York City. Opened by Loew’s Theatres as a movie palace in 1929 and closed in 1977, the theater sat empty for decades until a complete renovation was initiated in 2010.
The Ford Amphitheater at Coney Island is an outdoor live entertainment venue within the Childs Restaurants building on the Riegelmann Boardwalk in Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York City. The venue opened in June 2016.
Founded in 2014, Câmon was born out of a desire to amplify the underserved creative voices of LGBTQ/QTPOC people (and allies) and to serve as a safe space for the queer community.
Brooklyn Music Kitchen is Brooklynâs newest music infusion giving local and global artists the opportunity to perform, record and stream their live performances from a fully loaded sound and video stage.
TV Eye is a new kind of night club on a geographical and cultural frontier, proudly occupying both a space on the edge of the Bushwick/Ridgewoodborder and in the vanguard of contemporary nightlife.
Industrial-chic venue of rehearsal space, art studios & rooftop bar with live music, films & snacks. From indie to R&B offers a great offering of rising artists.
Established in 2013, Babyâs All Right is an independently funded & operated music venue in the heart of Williamsburg. Its intimate, 250-capacity show room has hosted past perfomers including SZA, Cypress Hill, Lil Yachty, Blood Orange, Charli XCX, Mac DeMarco, James Murphy, David Byrne, Hot Chip, Courtney Barnett, Willow Smith, Jack White, Billie Eilish & many more.
This spot is a favorite hangout and go-to spot for live music and draft beers. Regularly hosting live performances, the venue has the perfect atmosphere for a casual night outing.
The Music Hall of Williamsburg us operated by the Bowery Presents, a group stemming from Bowery Ballroom that was brought by AEG in 2017. The Music Hall of Williamsburg has a capacity of 650 people and has shows on most nights of the week.
Imagine retreating back in time to enjoy live jazz in an intimate, restored 19th-century Victorian brownstone in the historical district of Brooklynâs Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood. Brownstone Jazz presents jazz concerts complete with a piano, bass, drum set and other acoustic instruments as well. A Southern fish-fry buffet and open mic sessions add to the experience.
Gemini & Scorpio, two funky Brooklyn gals, have been running the second-largest non-commercial New York City events list since 2002, spreading the word on underground happenings you’d otherwise never hear about. They are also the makers of themed costume parties with live entertainment: legendary happenings from wild circus throw downs to dazzling vintage dance socials to one-of-a-kind Russian baths bashes.
Address: 267 Douglass St 3rd floor, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Issue Project Room A pioneering Brooklyn-based performance nonprofit founded in 2003, ISSUE presents projects by interdisciplinary artists that expand the boundaries of artistic practice and stimulate critical dialogue in the broader community. ISSUE serves as a leading cultural incubator, facilitating the commission and premiere of innovative new works spanning genres of music, dance, literature and film.
Formerly Queens Theatre in the Park and before that Queens Playhouse, is an American professional theatre, located in Flushing MeadowsâCorona Park, Queens, New York City, New York.
Address : Flushing Meadows Corona Park, 14 United Nations Ave S, Queens, NY 11368
Terraza 7 is a live music venue and community center; the perfect hub for local art, political expressions, and your favorite coffee or mixed drink. Located in the heart of Queens, New York, between Elmhurst and Jackson Heights, two locations containing the most diverse population of immigrants on the planet, is committed to a progressive model of business that grows within its community base on local values.
The Wolfhound is a contemporary Irish pub in Astoria Queens NYC. We serve lots of Guinness as well as craft beer + domestic favorites along with a seasonal cocktail list We pack the calendar with weekend events – live music, DJ parties, and more. Trivia on Tuesdays. Rocking since August 2016.
Forest Hills Stadium is a historic outdoor music venue that has welcomed fans to the picturesque New York City neighborhood of Forest Hills, Queens for over 100 years. Designed to optimize acoustics and with no obstructed views, the 13,000 capacity stadium is the only outdoor venue of its kind and size in the city.
Flushing Town Hall is a performing arts center and historic town hall at 137-35 Northern Boulevard in the Flushing neighborhood of Queens in New York City. It served as the seat of government of the village of Flushing until the village became part of City of Greater New York in 1898.
Featuring programming of diverse formats and media, Knockdown Center aims to create a radically cross-disciplinary environment. The particularity of our architectural environment and history leads us to gravitate toward projects that demonstrate a sensitive reactivity to site and environment.
Gantry Plaza State Park is a 12-acre state park on the East River in the Hunters Point section of Long Island City, in the New York City borough of Queens. The park is located in a former dockyard and manufacturing district, and includes remnants of facilities from the area’s past.
The Paradise Theater, formerly Loew’s Paradise Theatre, is a movie palace-type theater located at 2417 Grand Concourse in the Bronx. Constructed in 1929 at the height of grand movie theaters, in the later 20th century the building was used also for live entertainment.
The Women’s Housing and Economic Development Corporation (WHEDco) developed the Bronx Music Hall (BMH) as a performance venue and community cultural center dedicated to honoring, showcasing and cultivating music, dance, theater, and interdisciplinary arts in the Bronx.
The Bronx Brewery The Brewery is committed to using what we create and where we create it to bring people together, while celebrating the rich and diverse creative scene in our home borough and across New York City and Manhattan.
Pregones was founded in 1979 when a group of artists led by Rosalba Rolón set out to create new works in the style of Caribbean and Latin American âcolectivosâ or performing ensembles.
THE POINT Community Development Corporation is dedicated to youth development and the cultural and economic revitalization of the Hunts Point section of the South Bronx. Its programming falls within three main headings all aimed at the comprehensive revitalization of the Hunts Point community: Youth Development, Arts and Culture, and Community Development.
An Beal Bocht Cafe, in operation since 1991, began as a small cafe. Serving only non-alcoholic beverages, it centered as a spot for artist to gather and performs, and quickly cemented itself as a neighborhood favorite.
Orchard Beach is the only public beach in the New York City borough of the Bronx. The 115-acre, 1.1-mile-long beach is part of Pelham Bay Park and is situated on the western end of Long Island Sound. Orchard Beach indeed has music, with Salsa Sundays held every Sunday from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend, from noon to 5 pm, as well as Pride in the Bronx in June, Camping, Pelham Bay Park canoeing and much more!
The St. George Theatre is a performing arts venue, picture palace, and office complex at 35 Hyatt Street in St. George, on the North Shore of Staten Island, New York City. The 2,800-seat St. George Theatre was built for Staten Island theater operator Solomon Brill and opened on December 4, 1929.
Harbor Lights is Staten Islands own professional Theater Company presenting Broadway actors in beautifully designed productions at an affordable price.
Located at the heart of the 204-acre campus of the College of Staten Island (CSI), a four-year senior college of The City University of New York (CUNY), the Center for the Arts (CFA) is one of the leading, state-of-the-art, performing arts centers in Staten Island.
Address: 2800 Victory Blvd #1P-116, Staten Island, NY 10314
Cortland Repertory Theatre has announced their new “Sounds of Music” Concert Series. Kicking off the series on Wednesday, September 4 is “Close to You: The Music of the Carpenters” featuring lead singer Lisa Rock and her band, a concert that is a heartfelt tribute to vocal legend Karen Carpenter.
Karen Carpenter captured the attention of a generation with her memorable love songs that topped the Billboard charts more than a dozen times. Lisa Rock returns to CRT with her band and backup singers, bringing their nationally renowned concert to the Pavilion stage.
Lisa showcases some of the most memorable songs of the 70s including “We’ve Only Just Begun”, “Rainy Days and Mondays”, “Superstar” and many more favorites. Not an impressionist, but an artist with an amazing 4-octive range, Lisa presents a trip down memory lane like no other.
Iconic Karen Carpenter
“Close to You” is the first of a series of four Wednesday concerts held in September at the Pavilion. On September 11, Tina Naponelli returns to CRT with her tribute of “Tapestry Unraveled: The Music of Carole King.” “Sounds of Music” takes place every Wednesday in September at 2:00PM and 7:30PM at the Little York Pavilion, Preble.
On September 21, “Jefferson McDonald’s Great Balls of Fire” tears into the CRT stage. This high-energy performance consists of hits by Jerry Lee Lewis, Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, Willie Nelson, and many more.
Finally, on September 28, CRT presents “How Sweet It Is: Steve Leslie Sings James Taylor”, with this Nashville-based, award-winning singer/songwriter performing such hits as “Carolina On My Mind”, “Shower The People”, and “Up On The Roof”.
Lisa Rock performing “Close to You”
CRT Guild refreshment counters are offering beer and wine along with the regular snacks, cookies and coffee. Individual tickets for all shows, times and seats are $35.00. A special discount is offered for one ticket to each concert for $120.00 total.
To learn more about the upcoming “Sounds of Music” concert series and to purchase tickets, click here.
On Thursday, August 29, Brooklyn fans of the psychedelic rock genre were treated to a priceless exhibition. The heat was strong, but so was the enthusiasm of the evenings attendees. Two trio bands from different corners of the world – Balthvs and Free Whenever – were paired together so remarkably that it made one think to compliment whomever was responsible for the matter.
Free Whenever, a Brooklyn based psychedelic rock band, took the stage at 8pm sharp to a size-able crowd, nothing to sneeze at for an opening act on a Wednesday evening. The band consists of Neil Guleria on Guitar, Trevor LaVecchia on Bass, and Brendan Steuart on drums. This is not the first time the trio finds themselves opening for a big name in Brooklyn, having opened for Karina Rykman at Babies All Right late last year.
The chemistry between the gentleman is palpable both in the auditory and visual sense, and it pays off in a huge way. Playing through their entire new self-titled album, they ventured into both old and new songs that demonstrate the essence of their signature sound of psychedelic groove music. Notable highlights were “Camino“, “Sicily“, and “Jonas the Shaman” a song whom they claimed was based off the very man running their merch table in the back. With the unreleased track, “Horizons”, they went out with a thunderous hurrah, the palate was cleansed, and the stage was set.
Balthvs, a psychedelic funk triad from Columbia, graced the stage just after 9pm. Their stop on this leg of their tour not only marks their first performance in New York, but the first time the group has been on the east coast entirely. Touring to promote their new album, “Harvest“, the band consists of Johanna Mercuriana on Bass/Vocals, Santiago Lizano on Drums/Vocals, and Balthazar Aguirre on Guitar/Vocals. Balthvs, with the v pronounced like a u, made their New York debut quite memorable, guiding the evening through a lens the likes of which are quite rare.
The band boasts an impressive catalog of music for just having officially formed less than 5 years ago. 3 full length albums under their belt and 40 singles, many of which have millions of streams. The crowd was fully behind the headliners as dancing was the assignment. Balthazar mentioned in between songs that they were dining at the venues restaurant before showtime, and he saw a “Joe Russos Almost Dead Burger”. Laughs emerged amongst the audience. “I dont know if we have any heads here..hope we dont screw this up!” which was followed by a truly wonderful rendition of Grateful Dead‘s, “Bird Song”, a first for them on this tour.
One could say that their set was a masterclass in defining the root definition of what modern psychedelic music is. A myriad of global influences and style, a kaleidoscope of sound. Funk, Disco, Middle Eastern, Cumbia, Rock and Roll and so much more. The evening concluded with a final encore, long lines at the merch stand could be found for both acts. Free Whenever continues to build momentum locally. Balthvs will go on to play Austin City Limits, and then abroad to Europe and The Middle East continuing support of their new album, Harvest.
George Steel, a new NYC based project released his debut hyper-pop single, “Not A Cowboy” on August 23.
The project is a collaborative effort of Michael Quint of Font and Ernesto Grey of Farmer’s wife. The first single off the Steel album is accompanied by a music video directed by Blake Nelson of Font. The video features a washed-up Steel walking around the city in reference to the ending of Claire Denis’s 1999 film, Beau Travail.
In his upcoming album, Desires On The Range, Steel uses political and religious titles like “The Next Great American President” and “Sunday Service” to play into his aesthetic of a patriotic cowboy club rat. His music is described as Avante-Garde ketamine-pop. His songs mix traditional country instruments with repetitive loops and absurdist lyrics to embody his character. He uses distorted vocals and synths and samples to create his hyper, theatrical album.
Not A Cowboy has more of an 80’s new wave sound. The single starts out intense with harsh vocals but softens with an upbeat chorus and production.
Quint’s staccato voice embody Steel. He has taken the character to live performances around Brooklyn. So far, he’s performed with bands such as the Night Traders and The Melancholy Party.
To keep up with new music and Steel’s performances, you can follow Steel on Instagram @georgesteelusa
Jon Wagar will open for SIRSY in the 2024 ROCK the LOCK music series’ concluding performance on Saturday, August 31 at the historic Schoharie Crossing.
Schoharie Crossing is a historic site dedicated to preserving and educating the public on the Erie Canal and its story. The site contains various structures dating across the three phases of the canal’s development, the most notable being the remains of the Schoharie Aqueduct, which was responsible for the transportation of the Enlarged Erie Canal’s water over the Schoharie Creek.
In addition to events like ROCK the LOCK, the Historic Site offers educational outreach programs, field trips, on-site tours, and recreational programs.
Sirsy is a singer-songwriter pop rock duo with folk influences from Upstate NY. Fronted by singer-songwriter and drummer Melanie Krahmer alongside her husband, co-writer, and guitarist Rich Libutti, the duo has shared the stage with the likes of Maroon 5, Train, Brandi Carlile, Grace Potter and more, averaging 250 shows a year over their 15 year touring career. Jon Wagar is a folk singer-songwriter from Mayfield, NY.
This event is free to the public- visitors are advised to bring a lawn chair and dress for the weather.
Afrobeat artist AMAYO released his new single, “Madam President,” on August 22, garnering attention across streaming services.
The track “Madam President” begins with an explosion of percussion, brass, keys, and vocals. Right off the bat the song hooks the listener and once you read into the lyrics, you see the subject matter is deep upon the funky, groovy, upbeat instrumentals.
AMAYO is urging the listener to fight – for freedom, for peace, and for justice. With the upcoming presidential election this November 5, the political nature of the track speaks volumes. The artist is speaking through his heart about moving forward and never back.
AMAYO believes that all people of color, and other marginalized groups win if Kamala wins, clear that he is for Kamala Harris’ victory in the presidency. It is also clear that he draws much inspiration from Bob Marley and the Wailers, Steel Pulse, and other reggae/afrobeat artists.
Once a part of Antibalas, a massively influential Afrobeat band, AMAYO is no stranger to the sounds he is currently releasing unto the world. He is credited for bringing Afrobeat to a global audience, leading it to become a genre of itself.
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