NYS Music 2024

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  • The Ghost Club Rock Out at Elsewhere

    The Ghost Club’s concert at Elsewhere, as part of “The King Whatever Tour,” was a riveting display of indie rock energy and resilience. Led by the enigmatic frontman Domenic Dunegan, the five-piece band delivered a performance that was as emotionally charged as it was musically compelling.

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    Despite facing a momentary setback when Domenic accidentally hit his head while standing up on the bar, he soldiered on with unwavering determination, embodying the band’s ethos of perseverance against the odds.

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    From the moment they took the stage, The Ghost Club commanded attention with their incisive songwriting and sharp commentary on themes of masculinity, self-reflection, and resilience. Hits like “Creature of the Shadows” and “I Feel Fine” had the crowd entranced, while live debuts of “It’s Your Call” and “I’m Sold” showcased the band’s willingness to push boundaries and explore new sonic territories.

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    A defining moment of the evening came during their cover of Black Sabbath’s “War Pigs,” where Domenic’s electrifying stage presence and raw emotion electrified the audience. Despite his injury, he continued to deliver a mesmerizing performance, captivating the crowd with every lyric and melody.

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    As the night progressed, The Ghost Club treated fans to a string of live debuts, including the poignant “If I Fell (Don’t Wait Here for Me)” and the anthemic title track “King Whatever.” Closing out the set with the haunting ballad “Don’t Let Go,” Domenic and the band left an indelible mark on everyone in attendance, proving that they are a force to be reckoned with in the indie rock scene.

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    Overall, The Ghost Club’s performance at Elsewhere was a testament to their resilience, passion, and unwavering commitment to their craft. Despite facing challenges along the way, they delivered a show that was both powerful and unforgettable, leaving fans eagerly anticipating their next performance.

    Stay tuned for their upcoming album “King Whatever” set to release ahead of this summer!

    Setlist: Creature of the Shadows, All I Know, It’s Your Call (Live Debut), I’m Sold (Live Debut), I Feel Fine, War Pigs (Black Sabbath cover), Sucker, Two Steps Ahead, If I Fell (Don’t Wait Here for Me) (Live Debut), Hate Me Too, King Whatever(Live Debut), Same Graves, Don’t Let Go

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  • Latin Hip Hop Artist Residente Announces “Las Letras Yo No Importan” Tour

    Latin rapper Residente announced his official tour “Las Letras Ya No Importan” (Lyrics Are Not Important) after the release of his second album.

    Residente’s tour will make its only U.S. East Coast stop at Radio City Music Hall in NYC, on September 18, 2024. The Radio City Music Hall show is one of only two U.S. dates. The other is in Los Angeles on September 20.

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    The tour name coincides with the album of the same name, which features 23 tracks. The album includes artists such as Penélope Cruz, Ricky Martin, Busta Rhymes, Big Daddy Kane, Christian Nodal, Arcangel, and many more.

    General on sale for tickets began March 15. Get them now at stubhub.com. Make sure to see Residente at his show at Radio City Music Hall before he leaves the states.

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    Las Letras Ya No Importan 2024 Tour Dates

    Sept 14th – Barcelona, Spain

    Sept 15th – Madrid, Spain

    Sept 18th – New York, NY

    Sept 20th – Los Angeles, CA

    Sept 27th – Buenos Aires, Argentina 

    Oct 3rd – Montevideo, Uruguay

    Oct 5th, Santiago, Chile

    Oct 9th – Lima, Peru

    Oct 12th – Bogota, Colombia 

    Oct 25th – Quito, Ecuador 

    Nov 7th – City of Mexico, Mexico

    Nov 14th – Tegucigalpa, Honduras 

    Nov 15th – City of Guatemala, Guatemala

    Nov 16th – San Salvador, El Salvador

    Dec 7th – San Juan, Puerto Rico

  • Albany’s Palace Theatre Presents An Evening With Nas this July

    Few rappers boast the resume of Nas. After all, with a career spanning over three decades, 14 studio albums — 8 of which have gone multi-platinum — the Queens native is one of the few rappers with the resume to make a claim as hip hop’s GOAT. The 16-time Grammy nominee continues to stave off father time, remaining as prolific as ever. With a catalog bevy of hits, classic hip-hop cuts and poignant story-telling, Nas remains in demand. In turn, the legendary rapper, mogul, actor, executive producer and co-founder of Mass Appeal Records will make his way to Albany’s Palace Theatre in a showcase dubbed “An Evening With Nas.”

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    An Evening With Nas: What to Know

    The hip hop legend returns to the Palace Theatre on Friday, July 19 in a performance that is sure to feel like a homecoming for the Magic rapper. All in all, the capital region maintains an intense appreciation for classic hip hop and the boom bap sound. Moreover, New York’s upstate region spearheaded the return of the raw, gritty New York City sound that permeated during hip hop’s golden era.

    However, Nas isn’t here to relive old glories. Having recently released Magic 3 — completing two simultaneous three-album runs with Hit-Boy — he remains a prominent force in the hip hop diaspora. Therefore, while fans will surely await classic cuts like “N.Y. State of Mind,” “I Gave You Power,” and “One Mic,” there will be those just as eager to hear cuts from Nas’ latest run. From his Grammy-winning King’s Disease and its subsequent series to the trilogy of Magic tapes, “An Evening with Nas” will present fans with nonstop content. Above all, Nas remains at the heart of the genre for loyalists and guests alike.

    Tickets for “An Evening With Nas” at the Palace Theatre in Albany go on sale Friday, March 22 at 10 a.m. via Ticketmaster. Moreover, tickets are also available for purchase at the Palace Theatre Box Office (located at 19 Clinton Ave). Box Office hours are Monday – Friday Noon to 5 p.m. as well as select days and hours.

  • Artist Profile: Upstate New York-Based Beach Hop Rapper, Cully

    Beach-hop artist Cully has a new album out titled Sad Boy Nites. The seven-track album contains many new musical elements as well as his usual, unique sound.

    Cully’s music can best be described as beachy, upbeat, bubblegum rap that lifts spirits and ensues relaxation.

    Cully was inspired by music from a young age. In elementary school he was freestyling and beatboxing on the playground. Then in high school, he along with two friends formed rap-trio Tribe Style, where they would release song after song on YouTube.

    It wasn’t until Cully’s college years at SUNY Oneonta where he’d really get the musical ball rolling. He met MC Righteous, joined Bright Dog Red and began releasing real-deal albums under Ropeadope Records. Shortly after graduation he began working in recording studios as a sound engineer, working for two years under record producer Sean Ono Lennon. 

    Cully’s music combines elements of pop, surf music, hip hop, and indie. Together, his music makes for an upbeat, chillaxed, and unique “beach hop” vibe. The artist loves to implement absurdist and dry humor into his lyrics with a flowing stream of melody behind it. He switches from catchy pop vocals, and a funky rhyme cadence frequently.

    His new album, Sad Boy Nites has an overarching theme of a laid-back, uplifting summer. Many of the tunes on the album relate to being a young adult in the current age, trying to enjoy life amidst the daily chaos of the world. Each song has a unique and vibey melody. They also contain different themes of their own like love, relaxation, getting lifted without drugs, and enjoying oneself. This album is one to kick back, chill outdoors, and surround yourself with positivity to.

    To lay your ears on some of Cully’s previous tunes, and to stay up on his upcoming releases, visit his YouTube channel or click here.

  • Artist Profile: Up and Coming Indie-Folk Troupe Sweetboy

    NYC Indie-folk band Sweetboy has been gaining popularity after the release of their 2023 album A Day in the Park. The group is known for their powerful style of indie, folk, pop, and alternative meshing.

    Sweetboy was created by artists Anna Barnett and Jon Flores. The two met on Craigslist under aspiring musicians in search of a band. The pair got together, created some tunes, and began performing at open mics around NYC.

    The duo then added some new members, put out some demos, and by 2023, released their first album A Day in the Park. Their sound combines infectious indie-pop energy and nostalgic alt-rock angst with an introspective throughline.

    Sweetboy considers themselves not much more than nerdy music lovers trying to figure out the most interesting, authentic, and exciting ways to turn their feelings into songs. While the bandmates live throughout New York and New Jersey, the City is their musical home.

    The group performed their song “Upstate” on Albany’s WTEN news station on February 25. The song is a wonderful combination of sound, beginning with a strong folk tone, shifting and evolving into a higher-energy pop-rock ballad with a punchy drumbeat.

    “Upstate” features a percussive yet melodic piano. Throughout the tune, several changes of intensity and instrumentation occur. The track features Anna’s wonderous vocals along with soaring, choir-like vocals. From beginning as a slow, soft acoustic ditty, to a moving, quick-witted ballad, the song keeps the listener entranced and moving.

    To learn more about Sweetboy and their upcoming music, visit their website here. Make sure to check out their YouTube channel for all past releases as well.

  • The Rock and Roll Playhouse Release Debut Album, “Friends Rock!”

    The Rock and Roll Playhouse released their anxiously awaited debut album titled, Friends Rock! on March 8. The album marks the first full-length body of work from the number one kids live concert series in the US.

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    The album’s core cast of lovable characters - Mick, Stevie, Tina, Quinn, and Jerry – unite to re-imagine some of rock music’s greatest hits. Friends Rock! translates the classic choruses and melodies of rock’s most recognizable anthems into age-appropriate singalongs for your little ones.

    Parents and kids alike can enjoy the fun spin on what Rock and Roll Playhouse brings to the stage. Queen’s “You’re My Best Friend,” the Beatles’ “We Can Work it Out” are among the songs reimagined. Along with these, Rock and Roll Playhouse boasts original tunes like “The Rock and Roll Playhouse Anthem” and more.

    Simply put, Friends Rock! is fun to listen to. The classics are always great, and the kid-like style they are performed in is certainly something families love, and kids adore. The song choices for Friends Rock! is perfect the way they uplift. Every song is about the power of friendship and love. These are themes you love to see in children’s music.

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    The Rock and Roll Playhouse continues to book family-concerts in the country’s most legendary rock clubs. A variety of live shows notably spans the music of Billy Joel, Grateful Dead, The Beatles, Prince, Bruce Springsteen, and Taylor Swift, to name a few.

    The Playhouse has also announced their tour across the country which began March 9. The Rock and Roll Playhouse sees dates into June, with a few stops in New York State. Brooklyn, Port Chester and Long Island sees several visits from the Playhouse.

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    The Rock and Roll Playhouse Tour Dates:

    3/9 Denver, CO @ Bluebird Theater

    3/9 Boston, MA @ Paradise Rock Club

    3/10 Minneapolis, MN @ First Avenue

    3/10 Jersey City, NJ @ White Eagle Hall

    3/10 Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Bowl

    3/16 Evanston, IL @ SPACE

    3/16 Port Chester, NY @ Garcia’s at The Capitol Theatre

    3/17 Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Bowl

    3/17 S. Burlington, VT @ Higher Ground Ballroom

    3/17 Portland, ME @ Portland House of Music

    3/17 Keene, NH @ Colonial Performing Arts Center

    3/23 Sayreville, NJ @ Starland Ballroom 

    3/23 Cincinnati, OH @ Ludlow Garage

    3/23 Ardmore, PA @ Ardmore Music Hall

    3/24 Chicago, IL @ Thalia Hall

    3/24 Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Bowl

    3/24 Austin, TX @ Mohawk

    3/24 Concord, NH @ BNH Stage

    3/30 San Diego, CA @ Music Box

    3/30 Phoenix, AZ @ Crescent Ballroom

    3/30 Port Chester, NY @ Garcia’s at The Capitol Theatre

    3/30 Philadelphia, PA @ Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia

    3/30 Wantagh, NY @ Mulcahy’s

    3/31 Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Bowl

    4/7 Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Bowl

    4/7 Minneapolis, MN @ First Avenue

    4/7 Chicago, IL @ Thalia Hall

    4/13 Denver, CO @ Bluebird Theater

    4/13 Milwaukee, WI @ Turner Hall Ballroom

    4/14 S. Burlington, VT @ Higher Ground Ballroom

    4/14 Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Bowl

    4/14 Austin, TX @ Mohawk

    4/14 Ardmore, PA @ Ardmore Music Hall

    4/20 Wantagh, NY @ Mulcahy’s

    4/20 Athens, GA @ Touch of Brews

    4/20 Port Chester, NY @ Garcia’s at The Capitol Theatre

    4/21 Concord, NH @ BNH Stage

    4/21 Jersey City, NJ @ White Eagle Hall

    4/21 Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Bowl

    4/27 Cincinnati, OH @ Ludlow Garage

    4/28 Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Bowl

    4/28 Nashville, TN @ The Basement East

    5/5 Milwaukee, WI @ Turner Hall Ballroom

    5/11 Port Chester, NY @ Garcia’s at The Capitol Theatre

    5/11 Los Angeles, CA @ Lodge Room

    5/25 Vail Village, CO @ SpringFree Bluegrass Festival 

    5/26 Vail Village, CO @ SpringFree Bluegrass Festival

    6/16 Philadelphia, PA @ Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia

    To purchase tickets to upcoming shows, and to learn more about The Rock and Roll Playhouse and Friends Rock! click here.

  • Alt Rockers Gin Blossoms and Toad the Wet Sprocket Announce Co-Headlining Summer Tour

    Alternative Rock bands Gin Blossoms and Toad the Wet Sprocket announced their upcoming co-headling tour beginning this August. The 15-date tour sees a show at Artpark Outdoor Amphitheater in Lewiston, NY.

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    Gin Blossoms and Toad the Wet Sprocket will combine hits and new music for an unstoppable feat of music. The acts will be joined by special guest, Vertical Horizon, a DC-based Alt-rock band. Gin Blossoms were formed in 1987 and have an impressive discography of 90s anthems. The band plans to perform various hit tracks like “Hey Jealousy” which reached 25 on the Billboard Top 100. The tour will also see tracks from their latest album, Mixed Reality.

    Toad the Wet Sprocket is comprised of Glen Phillips, Todd Nichols, and Dean Dinning. This year marks a new milestone in their journey with the 30th anniversary of the 1994 platinum selling album Dulcinea. The band will celebrate Dulcinea throughout the year on tour with many songs from the album played in the band’s live set every night on tour.

    Toad the Wet Sprocket

    Gin Blossoms and Toad the Wet Sprocket 2024 Tour Dates

    08-01 Oshkosh, WI – Waterfest Concert Series

    08-02 La Vista, NE – The Astro

    08-03 Mankato, MN – Vetter Stone Amphitheater

    08-05 Grand Rapids, MI – TBA

    08-07 Cleveland Heights, OH – Evans Amphitheater

    08-11 Lewiston, NY – Artpark Outdoor Amphitheater

    08-13 Medford, MA – Chevalier Theatre

    08-15 Bethlehem, PA – Wind Creek Event Center

    08-16 Cary, NC – Koka Booth Amphitheatre

    08-17 Sugar Hill, GA – The Bowl at Sugar Hill

    08-18 Huber Heights, OH – Rose Music Center at the Heights

    08-20 Red Bank, NJ – Count Basie Center for the Arts

    08-22 Selbyville, DE – Freeman Arts Pavilion

    08-23 Middlefield, CT – Powder Ridge

    08-24 Essex Junction, VT – Champlain Valley Fair

    Ticket on-sales for Gin Blossoms and Toad the Wet Sprocket tour begin Friday, March 15 at 10am local time. Visit Gin Blossoms’ website or Toad the Wet Sprocket’s website for more information and to purchase tickets. 

  • Rock Legend Sting Brings Sting 3.0 Tour to New York for 5 Shows

    Rock icon Sting of The Police has announced an upcoming North American tour beginning this September. The “Sting 3.0” tour sees four stops in New York including three shows in Brooklyn and two in Port Chester.

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    Sting will perform the most electrifying hits from his timeless discography for multiple-night stints in some of the most legendary theatres across North America. The upcoming Sting 3.0 tour will play three shows at the Brooklyn Paramount and one show at The Capitol Theatre.

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    Sting will perform selections from his vast and diverse catalogue accompanied by virtuoso guitarist Dominic Miller. Also accompanying Sting is Chris Maas of Mumford and Sons. The Sting 3.0 tour will begin on September 17 in Detroit and wrap up on November 13 in Los Angeles.

    Members of Sting’s Fan Club will have the opportunity to access a special pre-sale by visiting sting.com, starting on Monday, March 11. The general on sale will begin on Friday, March 15 at 10 am at sting.com.

    “STING 3.0” TOUR ITINERARY

    Tue. Sept. 17                        Detroit, MI                                              Fillmore Detroit

    Wed. Sept. 18                       Detroit, MI                                              Fillmore Detroit

    Fri. Sept. 20                           Toronto, ON                                          Massey Hall

    Sat. Sept. 21                          Toronto, ON                                          Massey Hall

    Mon. Sept. 30                       Philadelphia, PA                          The Met Philadelphia presented by Highmark

    Tue. Oct. 01                           Philadelphia, PA                         The Met Philadelphia presented by Highmark

    Fri. Oct. 04                             Boston, MA                                             MGM Music Hall @ Fenway Park

    Mon. Oct. 07                         Brooklyn, NY                                         Brooklyn Paramount

    Wed. Oct. 09                         Brooklyn, NY                                         Brooklyn Paramount

    Thu. Oct. 10                          Brooklyn, NY                                        Brooklyn Paramount

    Sat. Oct. 12                            Port Chester, NY                                  The Capitol Theatre

    Sun. Oct. 13                            Port Chester, NY                                  The Capitol Theatre

    Tue. Oct. 15                           Washington, DC                                   MGM National Harbor

    Sun. Oct. 20                           Miami, FL                                                 Fillmore Miami Beach

    Tue. Oct. 22                           Atlanta, GA                                              Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre 

    Mon. Oct. 28                         Chicago, IL                                               Auditorium Theatre

    Tue. Oct. 29                           Chicago, IL                                               Auditorium Theatre

    Wed. Nov. 06                        San Francisco, CA                               The Masonic

    Thu. Nov. 07                         San Francisco, CA                              The Masonic

    Tue. Nov. 12                          Los Angeles, CA                                   The Wiltern

    Wed. Nov. 13                        Los Angeles, CA                                    The Wiltern

  • Pop Punk Legends New Found Glory to Celebrate Iconic Album Catalyst with Upcoming Tour

    New Found Glory announced their upcoming tour Catalyst 20 Years Later this week, which stops in Buffalo, and Huntington, Long Island. The Paramount in Huntington gets a visit from the band August 21 and Buffalo Riverworks August 25.

    New Found Glory is inviting fans to join them in celebrating 20 years of their 2004 album Catalyst. The two-leg tour sees them playing the iconic record in full including hits like “All Downhill From Here”, “Truth Of My Youth”, and more. Also on the tour, the band is set to perform a number of other songs from throughout their discography. The show also features special guests Sincere Engineer.

    New Found Glory brings the hardcore energy and razor-sharp riffage everywhere they go. Their style of music blends melodic, angsty vocals and upbeat, youthful themes, with the hardcore, punchy and fast-paced instrumentation. The 2000’s powerhouse has influenced many bands, and left a lasting impact on listeners of the genre to this day.

    New Found Glory Upcoming Tour Dates

    8/16 – Orlando, FL @ House of Blues

    8/17 – Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade

    8/18 – Raleigh, NC @ The Ritz

    8/19 – Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore

    8/21 – Huntington, NY @ The Paramount

    8/22 – Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore

    8/23 – Boston, MA @ Roadrunner

    8/24 – Asbury Park, NJ @ Stone Pony Summer Stage

    8/25 – Buffalo, NY @ Buffalo Riverworks

    8/27 – Detroit, MI@ The Fillmore

    8/28 – Columbus, OH @ Kemba Live

    8/29 – Cleveland, OH @ Agora Theater

    8/30 – St. Louis, MO @ The Pageant

    9/1 – Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works

    10/11 – Dallas, TX @ House of Blues

    10/13 – Tempe, AZ @ The Marquee

    10/15 – San Diego, CA @ The Observatory North Park

    10/16 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern

    10/17 – Anaheim, CA @ House of Blues

    10/18 – San Francisco, CA @ The Masonic

    10/19 – Las Vegas, NV @ When We Were Young Festival

    10/20 – Las Vegas, NV @ When We Were Young Festival

    10/22 – Salt Lake City, UT @ The Depot

    10/23 – Denver, CO @ Mission Ballroom

    This is not a show you want to miss. General on sale begins this Friday, March 15. For more information on New Found Glory, please visit www.newfoundglory.com.

  • Bad Mary Releases Hopping New Music Video for Track, “Forget About It”

    New York alternative punk band Bad Mary announced the re-release of their track “Forget About It” from their Better Days album. The album has been remixed and remastered as the Better(er) Days EP. Along with the rerelease, comes the band’s latest music video for the track.

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    “Forget About It” is a song that Bad Mary has been playing in their sets for years. Now with the re-release of the track on their latest EP, its only appropriate they finally crafted a creative new video to complement it. The band hails from Long Island and NYC, and have played various venues like The Highline Ballroom, The Knitting Factory, and Bowery Electric.

    Bad Mary is powerhouse lead vocalist Amanda Mac, her husband Mike on bass, her dad Bill on drums, and her professor David on guitar. The band weaves rhythmic power and brain worm riffs as if it were 1979 all over again. They draw much influence from bands like Green Day, Blondie and The Ramones.

    The new music video shows an all-white background with Amanda in a pop art style. The song is loud and punchy much like what the music video portrays with its bold art style and pop-up lyrics. The video and music together serve to convey flashiness and power. The punky, poppy music behind the video really carry the theme till the end.

    “Forget About It” is a song we’ve been playing in our sets for years. It’s probably the song that we have played the most as a band. An important part of every set, it’s been a crowd favorite forever. With Better(er) Days we really wanted to capture the live energy and the chaos of a song with less than two chords, one line of lyrics, and a one-note guitar solo”.

    Bassist Mike Staub

    To learn more about Bad Mary and their up-and-coming music visit their website or click here.