NYC-based indie-folk group Rookie Mistake have released their debut EP I Will Not Die in Upstate New York on March 29. The album is full of intriguing sound and promising talent.
Rookie Mistake is made up of Nick Fioravanti, Gianna Minerva, Justin Gambardella, and Ethan Brown. They were originally formed in May 2022 in college at SUNY Oneonta and are currently based in the NYC Metro. They’re excited to share their debut EP, I Will Not Die in Upstate New York after playing house shows and small clubs around New York State.
The group is heavily swayed by artists from genres like folk, indie, alternative, and classic rock. You can hear similarities to groups like Joy Again, The Walters, The Lumineers, and Mumford and Sons. The group refuses to conform to a specific genre. They have elements of folk, indie, bluegrass, and glimpses of alternative.
The opening track “I Will Not Die in Upstate New York” sets the tone of the EP with a heavy emphasis on acoustic folk, but still gripping the indie sound. It is a story of returning home, leaving the past behind, traveling far and wide and living life. The next track “Fortune Cookie” is quite laid back, but transforms into a heartfelt, hopeful and fast-paced tune. This track really shows the singer’s heavier vocals and the instrumental capabilities as more than just soft folk.
When the song “Trampoline” plays, the band really starts to show their indie roots. They prove their talents are simply multi-dimensional. “Famous” and “I Love it Here” bring back those soft, folk elements and showcases that the band can play a range of sound and can make indie-folk really pop. The songs are filled with depth, both emotionally and instrumentally.
To hear Rookie Mistake’s debut EP and to learn more about the band, click here.
Singer-songwriter Terre Roche of thelegendary NYC sibling folk trio, The Roches has announced the release of album INNER ADULT. Along with this, Terre also dropped her single, “Fish Out of Water,” on April 10.
Terre Roche has written and performed music across the country for over 50 years. Her colorful and celebrated music career refuses to let up as Roche dropped “Fish Out of Water” April 10. The upcoming album INNER ADULT sees Terre continue to add depth to her folk/rock library and will also be released as a limited-edition book featuring illustrations by Terre, song lyrics, photographs, and more.
The album released is to be celebrated May 20 with a show at City Winery Loft in NYC.
The single “Fish Out of Water” has a soothing, yet mesmerizing aura to it. This is a sound only the most talented artists can achieve. The theme of change, growth, moving on, is perfectly embodied by the soft and hopeful acoustic sound. Terre Roche’s vocals are somber yet sweet.
Terre Roche proved that she still has the ear, the mind, and the talent to put out folk works like this no matter the decade. Longevity in an artist is paramount and Terre has it. The sounds lull you while the lyrics keep you thinking. The track is simple in sound but profound in writing. It is simply great.
For more information on Terre Roche, her single, and upcoming album, click here.
Kristin Flammio & the Pretty Bitchin are excited to celebrate the release of their next single “Never Too High” on April 20 with a release show on Wednesday May 8th at The Broadway in NYC.
Kristin Flammio & the Pretty Bitchin delivers a strong love letter of empowering and fun rock and roll with a nod to pop, country and dance. The Brooklyn based four-piece, formed in 2019, consists of Kristin Flammio, Jericho Davidson, Matt Puckett and Will Noland. The band released their debut album, If You Want to Leave in 2021 and their crowd favorite, “Not This Time” in November 2023. Finally, the group is back at it with the release of “Never Too High” on April 20.
Kristin Flammio & the Pretty Bitchin’s upcoming new track, “Never Too High” is cleverly releasing on 4/20. The track is explosive with energy and feel-good. The song has been stuck in my head ever since the first listen. It certainly has the sound and atmosphere of a hit single. Punchy drums, joyous melodies, a soaring voice define this track as something to behold.
“Never Too High” has a classic indie vibe, reminiscent of Florence and the Machine. Influence from alternative, pop, pop-punk, and indie groups are more than apparent. This group utilizes sounds from all across rock and roll to craft their music. “Never Too High” is a prime example of this.
To learn more about Kristin Flammio & the Pretty Bitchin, their upcoming and existing works, click here.
Dan Gerken, a staple of the Albany music scene, has debuted his most recent project from Jericho Sailors with the single “Silver Miner.”
Known for his work as the guitarist and singer for Timbre Coup, Gerken has moved on to a new position with Jericho Sailors, contributing his skills to bass, piano, guitars, and lyrics in addition to vocals. Jericho Sailors, accompanied by drummer Dave Berger, creates a sound that is both modern and symbolic of classic Western twang with rock and blues aspects.
With the release of their first single, “Silver Miner,” on March 29, Jericho Sailors are off to a promising start. Setting the tone for an amazing album full of equally captivating material, “Silver Miner” is a blend of blues and blues rock with Western influences.
In a recent statement, Dan Gerken said, “We have a whole album of material, and I want to build up a little then release what I consider to be some of my best writing.” This feeling is reflected in the lyrics of “Silver Miner,” where listeners are struck by themes of reflection and longing:
“Last couple miles on empty, I see the setting sun and it tempts me, return to the land of the plenty, Hold your own, know your soul, come and join the many.”
The distinctive “Dark Country” vibes and boogie shuffles of Jericho Sailors takes listeners to the heart of the American West and leaves them wanting more. For that reason, Jericho Sailors is well worth a listen.
Maverick Concerts, a chamber music festival, has announced their 2024 season schedule which entails a long summer of fun-filled events. The festival takes place entirely in their historic campus near Woodstock.
Maverick Concerts is thrilled to unveil its 2024 season featuring a summer of exceptional music at its historic concert hall. The hall is nestled in the woods just outside Woodstock. June 29 to September 14, Maverick will present a diverse musical lineup that will delight enthusiasts of all ages and tastes. Maverick Family Saturdays, Maverick Saturday Nights and the Maverick Chamber Music Festival will showcase world-class performances. These performances range in genre across classical, jazz, folk, world, and contemporary.
The Maverick Chamber Music Festival for 2024 gets off to an exciting start on Sunday afternoon June 30. The following 2 and a half months see the performances of the world’s most renowned individuals and groups for the community to adore closely. Performers like Viet Cuong, Escher String Quartet, Angela Hewitt, Miro Quartet, Fred Hersch and more prepare to wow the community.
Maverick Concerts 2024 Full Schedule
SATURDAY, JUNE 29
Maverick Saturday Nightsâ Jazz at the Maverick
Fred Hersch Trio
SUNDAY, JUNE 30
Maverick Chamber Music Festival
Manhattan Chamber Players
w/David Fung, piano
SATURDAY, JULY 6
Maverick Family Saturdays
Frederick Chiu
David Gonzalez
SATURDAY, JULY 6
Maverick Saturday Nights
Tracy Bonham
SUNDAY, JULY 7
Maverick Chamber Music Festival
Escher String Quartet
SATURDAY, JULY 13
Maverick Family Saturdays
WyndSync
Viet Cuong
SATURDAY, JULY 13
Maverick Saturday Nights/Maverick Chamber Music Festival
The Four Nations Ensemble
SUNDAY, JULY 14
Pre-Concert talk Viet Cuong
WindSync
SATURDAY, JULY 20
Maverick Family Saturdays
Tracy Bonham and Melodeon
SUNDAY, JULY 21
Maverick Chamber Music Festival
Miro String Quartet
SATURDAY, JULY 27
Maverick Family Saturdays
Nothing: John Cage and 4â33â
Nicholas Day, author
Chris Raschka, illustrator
SATURDAY, JULY 27
Maverick Saturday Nights/Maverick Chamber Music Festival
Angela Hewitt
SUNDAY, JULY 28
Maverick Chamber Music Festival
Pacifica String Quartet
SATURDAY, AUGUST 3
Maverick Saturday Nights
Simon Shaheen Trio
SUNDAY, AUGUST 4
Maverick Chamber Music Festival
Chelsea Guo
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10
Maverick Family Saturdays
Elizabeth Mitchell plays the songs of Peter Schickele,
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10
Maverick Saturday Nights
After Spring Sunset: A Tribute to Peter Schickele
SUNDAY, AUGUST 11
Maverick Chamber Music Festival
Ariel String Quartet
Anthony de Mare â postlude
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17
Maverick Family Saturdays
Ravensbeard Wildlife Center
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17
Maverick Saturday Nights
Steve Gorn & Friends
SUNDAY, AUGUST 18
Maverick Chamber Music Festival
Isidore String Quartet
SATURDAY, AUGUST 24
Maverick Chamber Music Festival
Margaret Leng Tan
SUNDAY, AUGUST 25
Maverick Chamber Music Festival
Reed Tetzloff
FRIDAY, AUGUST 30
Maverick Chamber Music Festival
Jenny Lin
SATURDAY, AUGUST 31
Maverick Family Saturdays
Jenny Lin Melodyâs Mostly Musical Day
SATURDAY, AUGUST 31
Maverick Saturday Nights â Jazz at the Maverick
Bill Charlap Trio
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1
Maverick Chamber Music Festival
Borromeo String Quartet
Henry Kramer, piano
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
Maverick Saturday Nights â Jazz at the Maverick
The Miguel Zenon Quartet
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8
Maverick Chamber Music Festival
Music from Copland House
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14
Maverick Saturday Nights
Happy Traum
Cindy Cashdollar
For more information on Maverick Concerts’ events and to purchase tickets to select shows, click here.
The Marley brothers – Ziggy, Stephen, Julian, Ky-Mani, and Damian – have announced “The Legacy Tour” in honor of their father Bob Marley. The tour sees 22 dates, including a stop at Forest Hills Stadium in Queens on September 22.
Bob Marley’s music endures as a beacon of strength, hope, and unity, attracting a growing global fanbase. For over three decades, his sons have each established themselves as renowned solo artists and have carried on their father’s legacy through their music. Now reunited on The Marley Brothers: The Legacy Tour, they’ll honor their father’s worldwide impact by performing both individual hits and classic Bob Marley songs during a momentous year for the genre.
The world nears what would have been Bob Marley’s 80th birthday in 2025. There’s no greater homage than experiencing his music live through his sons, who carry on his enduring influence across popular culture. The tour begins September 5 in Vancouver, Canada and comes to a close on October 5 in Miami Florida. The Marley Brothers make a single stop in New York on September 22 in Forest Hills, Queens.
THE 2024 LEGACY TOUR DATES:
9.05 | Vancouver, BC | Festival Lawn at Deer Lake Park
9.06 | Ridgefield, WA | RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater
9.08 | Auburn, WA | White River Amphitheatre
9.10 | Concord, CA | Toyota Pavilion at Concord
9.11 | Chula Vista, CA | North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
9.12 | Phoenix, AZ | Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
9.13 | Albuquerque, NM | Isleta Amphitheater
9.15 | Austin, TX | Germania Insurance Amphitheater
9.16 | Dallas, TX | Dos Equis Pavilion
9.18 | Cincinnati, OH | PNC Pavilion at Riverbend Music Center
9.19 | Clarkston, MI | Pine Knob Music Theatre
9.22 | Queens, NY | Forest Hills Stadium
9.23 | Holmdel, NJ | PNC Bank Arts Center
9.25 | Bridgeport, CT | Hartford HealthCare
9.26 | Mansfield, MA | Xfinity Center
9.27 | Bristow, VA | Jiffy Lube Live
9.29 | Toronto, ON | Budweiser Stage
9.30 | Laval, QC | Place Bell
10.02 | Wilmington, NC | Live Oak Bank Pavilion
10.03 | Atlanta, GA | Lakewood Amphitheatre
10.04 | Tampa, FL | MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amp
10.05 | Miami, FL | FPL Solar Amphitheatre
Tickets will be available beginning with artist pre-sales on Tuesday, April 16. Additional presales including a Citi presale will run throughout the week. The general on-sale starts on Friday, April 19 at 10 AM. For more information on The Marley Brothers’ Legacy Tour and to purchase tickets, click here.
Canadian roots player Dave Gunning has announced a show at 8th Step at Proctors in Schenectady on April 19 to introduce his newest album, The Same Storm.
Dave Gunning captivates audiences by painting pictures through his heartfelt stories and compelling songwriting, humorous lyrics and stunning musical arrangements. Gunning rapidly amasses fans across Canada and abroad by blending sensitive folk and innovative arrangements to his original songs.
The Same Storm continues along a similar path similar to its predecessors. The album celebrates moments big and small, lending a voice to the folks that need it most. Dave Gunning uses his musical gift to indulge in a bit of nostalgia, but always with an eye toward the future and the stories it will bring. Gunner never shies away from tougher topics, staying true to the folk music tradition. This includes social and environmental outcries through powerful tunes.
Gunning’s knack for connecting with audiences is lifelong, preceding the skills and experience he’s earned on the road. Gunning is often referred to as a voice of Nova Scotia. He combines a finely-tuned balance of sincerity and impeccable performance that makes him one of the country’s most engaging entertainers.
Dave Gunning heads to Addy Theatre at 8th Step at Proctors in Schenectady for a show introducing and celebrating his latest album. The Same Storm is to be showcased with a night of fun, captivating talent. Gunning sets to bring the audience together in a state of love while proudly divulging into the tracks’ wonder.
“The Same Storm marks another career milestone for one of Canada’s most inspiring and accomplished singer-songwriters, a captivating performer currently nominated for two Canadian Folk Music Awards including Best Solo Artist. Self-effacing and very, very funny, he is a master of his craft: his knack for perfectly timed on-stage banter and gracious storytelling has endeared him to audiences and fellow performers alike.”
– The 8th Step
Doors for the show open at 7pm, and tickets range from $27-40. For more information on Dave Gunning’s upcoming show in Schenectady on April 19 and to purchase tickets, click here.
Count Blastula, a funk/jam band from Syracuse have been well over 15 years in the making, and now the group has landed on a killer lineup that is really turning up the heat.
Count Blastula
Count Blastula is characterized by a funky, groovy, get-up-and-move style of jamming. They perform enticing originals and covers combined with a dose of magic that propels the group into serious jamming territory. The band brings their talent everywhere from large festivals and theater shows to private events and intimate local bar gigs. Count Blastula bring their own brand of top-shelf homegrown music to events of all shapes and sizes.
The group displays a diverse full soundscape via a multitude of instruments that can be heard on any given tune, along with a dynamic, and ever-changing flow of rhythms, tones, and arrangements of sounds. Each song by Count Blastula encompasses a unique number of changes and musical movements.
The current band consists of five members: Adam Fisher on guitar/vocals, Jeremy Walts on bass/vocals, Mike Dâambrosio on keys, and Dave Schlossberg and Dave Donley on percussion. When the group tours, they may add a few others like a saxophonist, or other various instruments.
The group has released five unique EPs over the last 12 years. Their music is very much inspired by a wide variety of genres. Funk, rock, jam band, jazz, hip hop, country and more are heard throughout the tunes. You can hear inspiration from Grateful Dead, Dave Matthews Band, Charlie Daniels, and Phish from the music.
Upcoming 2024 Count Blastula Shows
APR 19 FRI
Kwartet @The Fitz @ 8:30pm
Syracuse, NY, United States
APR 20 SAT
Trio with Special Guest Mike Dubaniewicz | LIVE @ Oswego Music Hall @ 6:00pm
Oswego, NY, United States
APR 27 SAT
443 Social Club Syracuse NY @ 7:00pm
Syracuse, NY, United States
MAY 4 SAT
Trio + Edgar Pagán @ Maplewood Bar and Grill @ 1:00pm
Liverpool, NY, United States
MAY 11 SAT
Shiftys @ 8:00pm
Syracuse, NY, United States
MAY 24 FRI
LIVE @ Sterling Stage FolkFest 2024 @ 8:00pm
Sterling Valley, NY, United States
JUN 14 FRI
LIVE @ Moondog’s Lounge | Auburn, NY | 7-10PM @ 7:00pm
Auburn, NY, United States
JUN 21 FRI
LIVE @ Estival Festival @ 10:00pm
Caneadea, NY, United States
JUN 23 SUN
Kwartet Rochester Private party @ 4:00pm
New York, NY, United States
JUN 26 WED
duo @Stout Brewery @ 7:00pm
Salina, NY, United States
JUN 28 FRI
Kwartet @ The Fitz @ 8:30pm
Syracuse, NY, United States
JUN 29 SAT
Trio | Private Event @ 4:00pm
Tully, NY, United States
JUL 13 SAT
Private party @ 5:00pm
Syracuse, NY, United States
JUL 19 FRI
Light the hotdog sessions at Guilded Club @ 7:00pm
Syracuse, NY, United States
JUL 20 SAT
with Edgar Pagan @ Critz Farms @ 5:00pm
Cazenovia, NY, United States
AUG 3 SAT
Blueberry jam Critz Farms @ 1:00pm
Cazenovia, NY, United States
AUG 10 SAT
LIVE @ Glen Fest 24 | The Glen Haven, Homer, NY @ 8:00pm
Homer, NY, United States
AUG 11 SUN
Middle Ages loading dock @ 4:00pm
Syracuse, NY, United States
AUG 17 SAT
Average Joes JamBand night Baldwinsville NY @ 8:00pm
Baldwinsville, NY, United States
AUG 23 FRI
Live @ Shiftys @ 8:00pm
Syracuse, NY, United States
AUG 24 SAT
Critz Farms @ 5:00pm
Cazenovia, NY, United States
SEP 6 FRI
LIVE @ Moondog’s Lounge | Auburn, NY | 7-10PM @ 7:00pm
Auburn, NY, United States
SEP 20 FRI
Kwartet @ The Fitz @ 8:30pm
Syracuse, NY, United States
SEP 27 FRI
Light the hotdog sessions at Gilded Club @ 7:00pm
Syracuse, NY, United States
OCT 11 FRI
Light the hotdog sessions at Gilded Club @ 7:00pm
Syracuse, NY, United States
NOV 8 FRI
LIVE @ Moondog’s Lounge | Auburn, NY | 7-10PM @ 7:00pm
Auburn, NY, United States
NOV 15 FRI
Kwartet @ The Fitz @ 8:30pm
Syracuse, NY, United States
For more information on the band and their upcoming shows, click here.
On the heels of back-to-back chart topping albums, Future and Metro Boomin will be bringing live performances to an arena near you after announcing a “We Trust You” North American tour, with a performance at Brooklyn’s Barclay’s Center set for the summer.
Notably, Future and and frequent collaborator/ producer Metro Boomin took the internet by storm with the release of We Don’t Trust You on March 22, creating plenty of social media fodder with disses to Drake littered throughout the album, including the heavily deliberated Kendrick Lamar verse aimed at Drake and J. Cole. Less than 3 weeks later the duo made more waves with the release of a second, double-album in We Still Don’t Trust You, serving as melodic counter to the heavily trap influenced predecessor. In like manner, the latter is expected to have high first-week numbers in another chart-topping effort from the prolific duo.
Future and Metro Boomin’s “We Trust You” tour comes to Brooklyn this summer.
“We Trust Your Tour” Details
Thus, the duo announce their “We Trust You Tour” that will see them perform throughout the United States along with two notable dates in Canada roughly a month apart, including an August 11 stop in Drake’s hometown of Toronto. Presented by Live Nation, the “We Trust You Tour” begins on July 30 and will see the duo perform 27 dates in roughly a month-and-a-half. Moreover, they will bring the show to the Brooklyn’s Barclays Center with an August 15 date in New York City, before closing out the tour in Canada with a September 9 performance in Vancouver. Other notable stops include performances in Atlanta, Chicago and Los Angeles.
Presale tickets for the “We Trust You Tour” are available Wednesday, April 17 for Cash App card customers, starting at 10 a.m. local time. Additionally, general sale will begin on Friday at 10 a.m. local time on livenation.com.
DJ Premier and Snoop Dogg stay tapped in with the streets as two of hip hop’s most revered figures come together for the official music video to their latest single “Can U Dig That?.” After releasing the single a few weeks ago, the duo have now come together adding visuals to their groovy west coast track. Featuring cousin and fellow original Death Row records signee Daz Dillinger, “Can U Dig That?” pays ode to the state of California, their hip hop legends, and the urban life profiled throughout many of their songs.
Snoop Dogg, Daz Dillinger and DJ Premier pay tribute to the West coast in their new single.
“Can U Dig That?” Official Video
In light the music video follows a similar path as the record. Notably, Snoop Dogg is seen at a roundtable with with Daz Dillinger with DJ Premier on the 1’s and 2’s as the duo enjoy a trademark joint while Snoop reminisces on his journey as a West Coast native. Similarly, the record contains plenty of famous name drops as Snoop pays tribute to some of California’s most recognizable faces in hip hop, including Easy-E, E-40 and Ice-T. With a backdrop of a G-funk inspired beat with the now-iconic DJ Premier record scratches, Snoop also pays tribute to inner-city California life encapsulating the overall vibe of the Wes Coast. Uniquely while Snoop acknowledged the shootouts, those “on the yard,” he puts a positive twist to the record urging for the beef in the West come to an end.
Though Premier and Snoop have worked together previously; Snoop appeared on Gang Starr’s The Ownerz Album (“In The Life…”), Premier produced two songs on Snoop’s Paid Tha Cost To Be Da Boss album, “Unfucwitable” feat The Lady Of Rage from Snoop’s Doggy Style Allstars Vol. 1, “Can U Dig That?” is their first collaboration under DJ Premier and Ian Schwartzman’s independent imprint TTT.
