The Alternative Band Returns with a New Collection of Songs
Picture Show by Neon Trees, CD Review
Back in 2010, when the infectious single “Animal” was assaulting our ears on every airwave in existence, it seemed that the Utah-based band Neon Trees was in danger of becoming a one-hit wonder. Although they had only released one full-length album [...]
Paul McCartney’s Kisses On The Bottom, CD Review
The Former Beatle Dives into the American Songbook
Paul McCartney’s Kisses On The Bottom is quite possibly one of the most relaxed albums you’ll hear this year, which is one of the main reasons why you’ll either like it or fall asleep halfway through. This album will probably not [...]
Dia Frampton’s Red: CD/Album Review
Red by Dia Frampton: A Mix of Indie, Folk, Alternative, Country and Pop
If not for reality talent shows on cable television, we might not have the household names of musicians like Kelly Clarkson, Clay Aiken, Carrie Underwood, David Archuleta and Adam Lambert. These artists and countless other winners and runners-up have [...]
Crandall Library’s Folklife Concert Series
An Annual Tradition in Glens Falls
This fall, Glens Falls’ Crandall Public Library is playing host to the Folklife Concerts, a series of ongoing performances on Thursday nights showcasing a variety of artists.
The Center for Folklife, History, and Cultural Programs was created by Crandall Library’s Board of Trustees in 1993 and is [...]
Primus at Rochester’s Main Street Armory, Review
Primus Returns to the Stage with a New Album
Rochester has always impressed me with its ability to attract topnotch bands from all over the country and even the world, and this past weekend was no exception. On Saturday, October 8th, I had the opportunity to see the very unique [...]
MoHu Fest Comes to the Capital Region: October 8—16
A Celebration of Arts and Culture in the Capital Region
Most festivals are built around a central theme, such as music, dance, or film. The brand-new MoHu Fest is built around all of these and more; it’s a celebration of the arts and culture in the Capital Region, [...]
Phish Benefit Concert, Essex, VT (Review)
2011 Phish Benefit Concert for VT Flooding Raises $1.2 Million
With benefit concerts springing up around the flood-devastated regions of Vermont and New York, the Phish show in Essex raised $1.2 million dollars for the cause. As a born and bred Vermonter I found magnificent comfort in supporting a [...]
moe.down 2011 at Gelston Castle, Review
A Look Back at the 2011 moe.down Concert in Mohawk, NY
Video: Ozomatli down in the crowd at moe.down 2011.
Over Labor Day weekend, at Gelston Castle in Mohawk, NY, the jam band moe. held its 12th annual moe.down concert. The three day concert festival not only featured five sets by the [...]
Phish Benefit Concert for Vermont Flood Recovery
Phish Benefit Concert at Champlain Valley Exposition in Vermont
Lucky am I to live in a state that continues to amaze me with movements towards community and the deep felt sense of commitment among Vermonters to come together in times of recovery. The essence of classical tragedy holds onto the [...]
Lake George Jazz Festival 2011
Musicians, Performers and more at this Year’s Lake George Jazz Fest
This year’s Lake George Jazz Weekend will showcase a range of talent from impressive young artists to legends who offer cultivated and innovative jazz sounds. The 28th annual event is the culmination of the outdoor summer concert series, taking place in [...]
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