 Saturday
7:00 pm
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10:00 pm | Year End Bash
with THE ESSENTIALS
Jazz, Blues, and Motown/R&B | Griffin Corners cafe
868 main street
Fleishmanns, NY See Map |
| The Essentials Jazz and Blues masters return to the Griffin Corners Cafe to celebrate the good things life has to offer. This Mountain Tavern invites you the reminisce the old days and help welcome the new year 2008 on harmony, optimism and LOVE. |
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Saturday
7:00 pm
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9:00 pm | Concert
with Orrin Star
Acoustic, Bluegrass, and Country | Good Vibrations Personal Growth Center
46 Lafayette Ave
Suffern, NY See Map |
| Orrin Star is an award-winning guitarist and recording artist who combines hot picking, cool singing and good humor, Once described as 'Arlo Guthrie-meets-Doc Watson', he was the 1976 National Flatpicking Champion, has appeared on a Prairie Home Companion, and boasts a repertoire that ranges from bluegrass standards to little known folk gems, celtic fiddle tunes to fingerstyle blues. $15 |
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Saturday
8:00 pm
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12:00 am | Marty Koppel, Steve Vechiotti, Mike Taplinger
Acoustic, Rock (classic), and Bluegrass. From Rock n Roll to Bluegrass, from classic to original | The Lamp Post Inn
1601 Route 565
Vernon, NJ See Map |
| A Rocking acoustic evening with Marty Koppel, and his partner in crime, Steve Vechiotti, and special guest Mike Taplinger. Marty will be playing songs from his newly released CD "Vernon Town". So come on out and party with Marty |
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Saturday
8:00 pm
to
12:00 am | Close This Year's End On A High Note
with The Sugar Beats
Rock (classic). 60's American/British and Psychedelic Rock | Gail's Place (845)-567-1414
150 Route 17K
Newburgh, NY See Map |
| Why wait for the New Year for a Magic Carpet Ride or a Journey to the Center of Your Mind? Come to Gail's Place Saturday December 29th and experience the music of the Sugar Beats, the Hudson Valley's premier 60's American/British and Psychedelic Rock band. You will not be disappointed. Come find out why others have raved that no one does copies of this musical genre's sounds like the Sugar Beats. Close your eyes and open your mind and you'll think you've taken a trip back in time. So forget your television set or whatever for the night (if you need a baby sitter, hire one...it will be worth it) and come have a "splendid time guaranteed for all" as promised by Sergeant Pepper. Spending this Saturday night doing anything else will just be a waste of your time. |
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Saturday
8:00 pm | The Mortal Brothers
Jazz | Starr Place
6417 Montgomery St.
Rhinebeck, NY See Map |
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Saturday
8:30 pm
to
11:55 pm | Big Concert
with Tension, M.T.T., Nikita Kruschev, Jean Sophie, Friday Night LetDown, Straight Jacket
Alternative, Rock (modern), and Pop/Soft Rock | Club Crannell
Crannell Street
Poughkeepsie, NY See Map |
 Tension, a local teenage band, is playing at Club Crannell in Poughkeepsie on December 29th. It's the biggest crowd they've played for. Please read all information if you want to come.
Buy Tickets! (Find December 29th) |
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Saturday
9:00 pm
to
12:00 am | Little Walter Tribute / Pre-CD RELEASE PARTY!!
with Dennis Gruenling, Steve Guyger, Jump Time
Blues, Folk/Traditional, and Swing/Jump, Big Band | The Turning Point
468 Piermont Ave
Piermont, NY See Map |
 Award-winning blues harmonica player celebrating the release of his new disc, which is a tribute to blues legend Little Walter with special guests including Kim Wilson, Rick Estrin, Steve Guyger, Rusty Zinn and more. SPECIAL GUESTS on the show will include Steve Guyger, Jump Time, Choice vocal group and more. "This is deep blues played by some of the best practitioners active today, period" - Scott Dirks (Co-author of Blues With a Feeling: The Life of Little Walter)
Buy Tickets |
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 Saturday
9:00 pm | AZTEC TWO-STEP, with special guest PAT WICTOR
Acoustic, Singer-Songwriter | Towne Crier Cafe
130 Route 22
Pawling, NY See Map |
 Their twin guitar sound, with its shimmering, intricate texture, and their trademark vocal harmonies are landmarks in the development of modern acoustic music.
"...some of the most endearingly beautiful music I've heard in a long time... it seems to float in the darkness... They've solidified their reputation as a unique, exquisite act" - Performance
"Soft-spoken and articulate, in the 1930's [PAT WICTOR] could have been a dust bowl preacher. The sermons, accompanied by the choir of his slide guitar, would have brought comfort to many a soul." - Richard Cuccaro, Acoustic Live
More info at the Towne Crier Cafe |
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Saturday
9:00 pm | If you're Irish, this is the place for you
with The Rhodes
Rock (classic), Motown/R&B, and Blues. Original RhodeSongs, with select covers | Harp & Whistle Irish Restaurant and Bar
44 Rte. 17K - Target Plaza
Newburgh, NY See Map |
 The Rogues - eh, Rhodes - from Highland are on the road to the closest place in Ulster to Killarney, with a shillelagh under their arms, a twinkle in their eyes, and a turra lurra lie. An electric show, Lassie, and Oh! the music will be something grand The “Harp & Whistle” is a family owned and run Irish Restaurant and Bar that attracts a mixed age group from all walks of life. Their Pièce de Résistance is a unique Irish thatched cottage that was built by architects and carpenters from Ireland.
The artifacts, signposts, musical instruments, bric-a-brac and pictures that are displayed throughout the restaurant and bar are all genuine Irish antiques imported from Ireland and Britain, some over 100 years old.
If you've never been there before, detailed driving directions are available at Harp & Whistle's website [click above].
Come for dinner, or come for a pint, but come for the music, till twelve this night.
Have a Listen and Join our Mailing List! |
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Saturday
10:00 pm
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2:00 am | BARK & BITE
Rock (classic), Covers. ROCK./DANCE | THE PARROT BAY BAR & GRILL
10 GRASSY POINT ROAD (EAST MAIN ST)
STONY POINT, NY See Map |
BACK AGAIN AT THE PARROT BAY!! EVERYONE LOVED THEM SO MUCH WE JUST HAD TO HAVE THEM BACK! THE BARK & BITE BAND!! (featuring members of HUDSON BLUE & WASHED UP) PLAYS ALL THE BEST CLASSIC ROCK MUSIC!! COME OUT AND PARTY WITH BARK & BITE FRIDAY NIGHT! IT'S ROCK MUSIC YOU CAN DANCE TO ALL NIGHT!!
ENJOY DINNER WHILE LISTENING TO THE BAND; THE KITCHEN CLOSES AT 11:30.
845-429-6180. NO COVER CHARGE!!
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Saturday
10:00 pm
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1:30 am | The Real Men
Rock (classic), Blues, and Dance. A funky good time! | The Firebird Lounge
Rhinebeck, NY See Map |
 Come on down to The Firebird Lounge in beautiful downtown Rhinebeck to witness another explosive performance of The Real Men. High energy rock, funk, blues, and more! Featuring Karl Allweier-guitar, Jeff Carano-bass, and John Chocianowski-drums, no b.s., just great music. Playing original music as well as all your favorite cover tunes. Don't miss it! |
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Sunday
12:00 pm
to
2:00 pm | Come and get the medicine
with The Acoustic Medicine Band
Acoustic, Folk/Traditional | Tastebudds
40 W Market St
Red Hook, NY 12571, NY See Map |
 The AMS band is here to give you the medicine. Come in and enjoy the food and a couple of hours of original and cover tunes on a wintery Sunday afternooon
Click link for our website |
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Sunday
3:00 pm | Saugerties Community Band
Acoustic. Concert Band | Reformed Church of Saugerties
173 Main st
Saugerties, NY See Map |
| Saugerties Communitity Band under direction of Tony Mitzel ,Saugerties Community Chorus Christmas concert starts at 3:PM Free admission |
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Sunday
7:00 pm
to
10:00 pm | An open (invitational) jam.
with the BIG Shoe
Jam session. | Keegan Ale House
20 St James St
Kingston, NY See Map |
 We in the BIG Shoe are hosting a monthly open jam and the fine people at Keegan have been so kind as to let us have their place for a few hours to do it. Come check it out some time and talk to the musicians who are there...then maybe you can grab an instrument too or a mic and see what happens! Always interesting and fun for sure! |
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Sunday
7:00 pm
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11:00 pm | Blues/Country/ Rock open Jam Pawling NY
with You if ya show up LOL, everyone else who shows up
Blues, Country, and Acoustic. Beatles, Stones, Blues,, Bluegrass, Folk, Soul | Pawling Tavern
Coleman Blvd near train station
Pawling, NY See Map |
| Easy Going....casual ----usually a drummer, a bass or 2, a couple guitars show up, couple harps,, a horn or too,, even a ukelele sometimes,, mix of music,, if you can sing it or play it --- someone can play it with you usually --small friendly crowd,, no cover ... bring , or borrow instruments,,, best to bring SMALL amp ,,, PA and drums,, bass amp all provided,,
in Pawling, Dutchess County near the train station, DOWNTOWN in the village ,, NOT on Rt 22,,, has been 40 weeks and will be on going every Sunday |
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Sunday
7:30 pm | EVENING OF SURF 'N' TWANG
with HOSTED BY UNSTEADY FREDDIE, with LUSTRE KINGS; also THE 9th WAVE
Rock (50's-60's). Instrumental Surf, Hot Rod Surf, Rockabilly & Independent | Towne Crier Cafe
130 Route 22
Pawling, NY See Map |
 Unsteady Freddie, instrumental surf & independent music cheerleader and radio personality presents live, fun-filled events all over the United States.
The 9th Wave is New England's premier surf combo, specializing in Hot Rod Surf including original instrumental surf music as well as many traditional covers.
More info at the Towne Crier Cafe |
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Monday
5:00 pm
to
2:00 am | New Year's Eve Celebration
with Stoney Clove Lane, Mechanical Bull
funk, folk rock, country and rock n roll | The Performance Space at Full Moon Resort
Slide Mountain Rd
Oliverea, NY See Map |
Come join us on Monday, December 31, for a magical New Year’s event at Full Moon Resort. The celebration will feature great live music with Stony Clove Lane and Mechanical Bull (the two hottest bands from the Woodstock Scene!), and warm gatherings around fireplaces and campfires at this 100 + acre wonderland of mountains, fields and streams. The facility offers comfortable country inn accommodations, superb dining, art exhibits and a roadhouse-style Performance Space and Bar… a great setting to ring in the New Year!
---Pre-Dinner Hors D’Oeuvres at the Inn
---A Sumptuous New Year’s Eve Dinner
---Cash bar and wine list available
Pricing:
* $55 per person includes Hors D’Oeuvres, Dinner, Dessert, Coffee, Show and Champagne Toast!
* $25 Show-Only with Champagne Toast
Festive Attire Encouraged ~ 21+ to Enter Show
Guest Rooms and New Year’s Day Buffet Brunch in the Café Available (Priced Separately) ~ Call 845.254.5117 for Information and Reservations!
Event Brochure |
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Monday
7:30 pm
to
1:30 am | Join Us New Years Eve At The Cafe Internationale
with Big Kahuna
Dance, Covers, and Rock (classic). The Best New Years Party This Year.............. | Ramada Inn
1289 Route 300
Newburgh, NY See Map |
 Celebrate New Years Eve at the Cafe International at the Ramada Inn Dinner Package 7:30 PM - 1:30 AM w/Open Bar 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM - Hot & Cold Hors D'oeuvres 8:00 PM - Seated Dinner to include: Salad, Entree of Prime Rib & Stuffed Shrimp and Dessert. $290.00 Inclusive per couple with over night accommodations. Price includes a Continental Breakfast the next morning. $190.00 Inclusive per couple without overnight accommodations. $95.00 Inclusive single.
Lounge Package: 9:00 PM - 1:30 AM Open Bar with Hot & Cold Hors D'oeuvres $57.00 Inclusive Per Person - Lounge
All Above Packages Include: Champagne Toast at Midnight - Noise Makers Continental Breakfast at 1:00 AM
Call for your Party Reservations! 845-567-9429 or 845-564-4500
25 Years or Older - Jackets Required
No Jeans or Sneakers And Dance to The Music of The New Bigger Kahuna!
845-567-9429 |
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Monday
8:00 pm
to
1:00 am | Belleayre Mountain NEW YEAR'S Eve Party
with NINA SHELDON JAZZ ORCHESTRA
Jazz, Contemporary, and Dance | Griffin Corners cafe
868 main street
Fleishmanns, NY See Map |
The Nina Sheldon Jazz Orchestra celebrates this new year in songs and good deed at this cornerstone of Belleayre Mountain: Griffin Corners Cafe
For the creative palates :We will offer a full buffet, Champagne, hats , noisemakers and a good disposition. Come sing along the Jazz standards you must know, dance with us if you care, watch the ball drop and welcome 2008 in harmony, optimism and Old fashion LOVE.
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Monday
8:00 pm
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12:00 am | SING AND DANCIN' THE NEW YEAR WITH SOME REAL SOUL
with JOE MEDWICK'S MEMPHIS SOUL, and special guests KRISTEN BOYCE and PAT O'SHEA!, plus many many many more!
Blues. and SWEET SOUL MUSIC MEMPHIS STYLE! | STARR PLACE (formerly the rhinebeck grillle)
6417 montgomery place
rhinebeck, NY See Map |
 JOE MEDWICK'S MEMPHIS SOUL will be swingin in the new year at the all new and improved STARR PLACE (formerly the starr bar at the rhinebeck grille) with very very special guests KRISTEN BOYCE singin dusty does memphis, and LEVON HELM'S legendary barnburner PAT O'SHEA fillin the floor with his burnin licks and killer cool plus many many more special surprises, all led by the funky soul drummin and show stoppin soul shoutin from MEMPHIS JOE!
great new room, new sound, lights, bar, food..
same old great space and vibe...
"...best live show ever..." santa barbara independent
"...highly recomended..." la weekly
"...down home!..." DAN PENN
JOE has played with THE NEVILLE BROTHERS, THE MCGARRIGLE SISTERS, THE CHIEFTAINS, RY COODER, WILLIE DIXON, ALBERT LEE, DAVE EDMUNDS, LEVON HELM and many many more!
for more info see joemedwick.com
or call the starr place at 845-876-2924
so you know it's got SOUL!
joemedwick.com |
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 Monday
9:00 pm | New Year's Eve Party
with Dorraine Scofield, and Thunder Ridge
Country, Rock (classic), and Covers | Hickory BBQ Smokehouse
743 Rt 28
Kingston, NY See Map |
 dinner & dancing to ring in 2008--details to be announced -call 845-338-2424 |
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Monday
9:00 pm
to
1:00 am | Ring in the New Year
with HURLEY MOUNTAIN HIGHWAY
Pop/Soft Rock, Country, and Rock (classic) | Pamela's-on-the-Hudson (by Newburgh Yacht Club)
1 Park Place
Newburgh, NY See Map |
| Come celebrate the New Year with HURLEY MOUNTAIN HIGHWAY at Pamela's-on-the-Hudson! If you love acoustic-electric music, you'll love the "Feel-Good Music" of HURLEY MOUNTAIN HIGHWAY! Come on down by the river and enjoy the great view, while you listen, sing, dance, and reminisce to some of the greatest tunes of the '60s and '70s and celebrate the beginning of a brand New Year! OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. NO RESERVATIONS NEEDED. Pamela's-on-the-Hudson: 845-562-4505 (www.PamelasTravelingFeast.com) |
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 Monday
9:00 pm
to
1:00 am | New Years Eve Bash
with Six String Theory
Acoustic, Rock (classic) | The Erie Hotel & Restaurant
9 Front Street
Port Jervis, NY See Map |
| For Info & Directions: (845) 858-4100 |
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Monday
9:00 pm
to
12:00 pm | the BIG New Year's Eve PARTY!!!
with the BIG Shoe
Motown/R&B, Blues, and Dance. PARTY! | Keegan Ale House
20 St James St
Kingston, NY See Map |
 We will be counting down to 2008 with all our bestest friends at this fantastic Kingston Brewery! |
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Monday
9:00 pm | New Years Eve at the Depot
with The Judith Tulloch Band
Singer-Songwriter, Jazz, and World | The Depot
1 Depot Square
Cold Spring, NY See Map |
 For reservations please call 845-265-5000. |
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Monday
9:30 pm | New Years Eve Party
with Crawdaddy, Stu Spector keys,guitar,vocals, Jimmy Eppard guitar ,vocals, Mike Oliveri drums vocals, Leroy Seals bass, Sal Oliveri sax
Rock (classic), Blues, and Covers. Swampy Blues- | Pine Hill Arms
Main st
Pine Hill, NY See Map |
| Stu Spector's "Nawlins"funk/rock band featuring Woodstock guitar legend Jimmy Eppard back at
Pine Hill Arms bringing in the New Year |
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Monday
9:30 pm | NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION
with PETER KARP, LIPBONE REDDING, MARC DOUGLAS BERARDO, AND... "No telling who else may drop by!"
Singer-Songwriter, Roots Music, and Acoustic. ETC !!! | Towne Crier Cafe
130 Route 22
Pawling, NY See Map |
 Our chef has planned a memorable feast starting with samplings of appetizers, followed by a multi-course meal, and capped off by unbelievably sumptuous desserts.
PETER KARP (Contemporary Americana Blues/Roots):
"Guys like PETER KARP, James Taylor and Bob Dylan embody Americana music..." - Mick Taylor, Rolling Stones
"...an underground genius...like Jackson Browne and John Prine, with a healthy dose of blues too... Karp's a soulful storyteller, the man can write..." - Blues Revue Magazine
LIPBONE REDDING has developed the uncanny ability to convincingly emulate the sounds of a trumpet or trombone with remarkable precision and artistry. Performing his own jazz, blues, jam and soul savvy songs with creative energy, he has the sly charm of the Southern bluesman and the cool wisdom of a New York folkie.
MARC DOUGLAS BERARDO is a rising star on the national singer songwriter scene who, in 2006 alone, won several major song awards, including the Telluride Troubadour Contest.
More info at the Towne Crier Cafe |
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Monday
10:30 pm | OD's Presents
with The Slippery Chickens
Blues | O'Donoghue's of Nyack
66 Main St.
Nyack, NY See Map |
 They’re our only blues band... ‘cause they‘re so atypical
of the genre! OD’s has tried hiring Chicago style bands,
with “She done me wrong” lyrics and crying guitars, and,
although we like that kind of music as well, there’s just
something about the Chickens’ danceable, stride sound that makes all the others fall away.
The booming voice and upright slap bass of front man
Jerry Scaringe, and the slightly nutty, sliding tempo guitar
of Mike Oliveri are reasons the SLIPPERY CHICKENS’ jump style is so appealing. It's the hippest, happiest blues music this side of a New Orleans wedding!... and the reason we've invited THE CHICKENS back for the fourth straight year as musical guests for OD's famous BLUES YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION!
OD's thanks HVM for listing the The Slippery Chickens' appearance at OD's. As always, there's no cover charge. |
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Wednesday
7:00 pm | OPEN MIC NIGHT
with Host Fred Gillen, Jr.
Open Mic | Towne Crier Cafe
130 Route 22
Pawling, NY See Map |
 OPEN MIC NIGHT - All seats $4
Hosted by Fred Gillen, Jr. All welcome.
Performers sign up between 5 PM and 7 PM.
More info at the Towne Crier Cafe |
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 Wednesday
7:30 pm | Old Time Jam
with Jay and Molly
Folk/Traditional | New World Home Cooking
1411 Route 212
Saugerties, NY See Map |
| Please join us on the first Wednesday of every month to enjoy an "old time jam" with Jam and Molly!
Live traditional Irish fiddlers! |
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Wednesday
8:00 pm
to
12:00 am | OPEN MIC NIGHT @ Zenon's in Kingston
with Various Local Musicians
Open Mic, Blues, and Folk/Traditional. Jazz, Classical, Country and Unplugged Classic Rock | Zenon's
772 Ulster Avenue
Kingston, NY See Map |
| Mark's Music Center along with Zenon's presents Open Mic Night. If your amusicican who is looking for exposure and a great way to be heard. Come to Open Mic Night at Zenon's located at 772 Ulster Ave. in Kingston. This event takes place every Wednesday night from 8 p.m. until midnight. Bring your friends and join the fun. All styles welcome. Admission is FREE. Call Wade at Mark's Music Center in Kingston for more details at 845-331-1801
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Wednesday
9:00 pm
to
12:00 am | Acoustic Open Mic NEW!
with Sarah Morr
Acoustic, Singer-Songwriter | Sweeney's Irish Pub
33 Orange Street
Walden, NY See Map |
Hosted by Sarah Morr
All acoustic musicians/singer/songwriters welcome! |
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Wednesday
10:30 pm
to
3:00 am | Open Mic (every wednesday) | Oasis
58 Main St
New Paltz, NY See Map |
 All acts welcome.
A new surprise every week!
Sign up at 10:30! |
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Friday
8:00 am | Studio Stu
Jazz | Starr Place
6417 Montgomery St.
Rhinebeck, NY See Map |
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Friday
4:30 pm
to
7:30 pm | Begin 2008 with a little KHz!!!
with Karton Herz
Acoustic, Singer-Songwriter, and Rock (classic) | Mahoney's Irish Pub and Restaurant
35 Main St.
Poughkeepsie, NY See Map |
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Friday
8:00 pm
to
12:00 am | Solo Acoustic
with Jeremy Langdale
Acoustic | Backyard Grill & Cafe
31 Forester Ave
Warwick, NY See Map |
 A few guys from "The New Guys" will be playing classic acoustic tunes with a mix of blues and soul. Steve Tanczyn will be sitting in congas and whatever else he decides to bang on. |
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 Friday
9:00 pm
to
1:00 am | An Evening of Acoustic Magic
with The Locks
Acoustic, Alternative, and Rock (classic) | The East Side Bar & Grill
Route 52
Walden, NY See Map |
 The Locks will be at The East Side Bar & Grill for a magical night of acoustic music.We love playing this room - what a sound!! Join us in Walden, NY, let's get close togeather and rock & roll.
***** $3.00 COVER *****
$3.00 Cover |
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Friday
9:00 pm | KEVIN McKRELL & THE HARD ROAD CEILIDH BAND
Celtic, and Bluegrass | Towne Crier Cafe
130 Route 22
Pawling, NY See Map |
 Kevin McKrell has been a founding member of some very popular bands: first and foremost, celtic group Donnybrook Fair; and his namesake celtic bluegrass band The McKrells. Kevin's new band, THE HARD ROAD CEILIDH BAND, is an infectious hard driving celtic folk rock group with respect and a nod to the songs and traditions of the past. This singer/songwriter has appeared on the stage of Carnegie Hall and his songs have been recorded & performed by many groups including, most recently, folk giants The Kingston Trio.
More info at the Towne Crier Cafe |
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Friday
9:00 pm
to
11:30 pm | Friday Open Mic | New World Home Cooking Co.
1411 Route 212
Saugerties, NY See Map |
| Come join us every Friday Night for Open Mic!!! |
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Friday
9:30 pm
to
1:30 am | Rockin' PAZZO GRILL in Montgomery!
with Off Hour Rockers
Covers, Country, and Rock (classic). Electic covers - from listening to dancing | PAZZO ITALIAN GRILL (845-457-4078)
73 Clinton Street
Montgomery, NY See Map |
 You'll love the terrific Italian food at Pazzo, the prices, the service AND music to top off the evening in their wine bar. Join the Off Hour Rockers for a night of eclectic covers! "We are in the serious business of having frivolous fun!"
Click here for more info about the band! |
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Friday
10:00 pm
to
2:00 am | COURTNEY, GREENE & SCHULTZ
Rock (classic) | PARROT BAY BAR & GRILL
10 GRASSY POINT ROAD (EAST MAIN ST)
STONY POINT, NY See Map |
COME TO THE PARROT BAY AND ENJOY EDDIE COURTNEY, JOHN GREENE & FRANK SCHULTZ . WHEN YOU LISTEN TO THIS GREAT ROCK/BLUES BAND YOU'LL FEEL LIKE YOUR AT A (MINI) ROCK CONCERT!!
ENJOY DINNER WHILE LISTENING TO THE BAND. THE KITCHEN CLOSES AT 11:30.
NO COVER CHARGE!!! 845-429-6180 |
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