The world premiere of Gregg Allman: The Music of My Soul brought an emotional and deeply personal celebration of Gregg Allman s life and legacy to the Gramercy Theatre in Manhattan, where family, friends, musicians, and longtime fans gathered for an evening that felt as much like a reunion as it did a film premiere. Before […]
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The annual New York State Blues Festival returns to the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse this weekend, June 12, 13, and 14. The free three-day event features a host of national, regional, and local blues acts, along with various artisans and food vendors from across Central New York. The annual event first launched […]
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The first children s book inspired by the music of southern jam band Widespread Panic will be published this fall. Written by teacher and author Pete Mason, The Widespread Alphabet is a must for Widespread Panic fans of any age (full disclosure: Pete Mason is Publisher of NYS Music). Children will be able to learn the […]
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Good blues guitarists are noted for their ability to articulate what they feel through the strings of their instruments. The most accomplished blues guitarists are able to advance the use of their instruments to trigger these sensations in the souls of the listeners. Gary Clark Jr. is such a blues guitarist. The Grammy-winning guitarist brought […]
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Shandaken Summer Concert series is making its return for summer 2026. Taking place in Big Indian Park in the Shandaken, the concert series will start on July 12 bringing rock, folk, country, and R&B. With six dates across the summer, each event will feature activities for all groups and ages. Each day will feature a […]
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Caroga Arts Collective has been awarded over $5 million by the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) for the amphitheater at Sherman’s Park. The grant award, totaling $5,221,000, will support the organization’s completion of the amphitheater at the former Sherman’s Amusement Park. Founded in 2012, Caroga Arts Collective presents over 50 performances and events […]
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Albany s Lost Radio Rounders started 2026 on a high note, with the debut of the musical/historical program America 250: Songs & Stories at the Troy Savings Bank Music Hall this past January. Since then the Rounders have brought their program to a pair of libraries and two historical societies, but things will really kick into […]
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Brooklyn-based indie popstar Emily James released her debut album Summer Nostalgia. A concept album focusing on a relationship between two people, it follows a love story that survives the challenges of distance, time, and feelings. James has been on the rise lately with her dedicated young fanbase. Song For Bryan, a single from the album, […]
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Pop star turned country star Darius Rucker kicked off his new tour this week and fans in Canandaigua showed up in full support as CMAC hosted night three of Rucker’s Sounds of Summer tour on June 6. Up and coming artists Austin Williams and George Birge provided support on this leg of the tour. Bursting […]
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Forest Hills Stadium kicked off its summer concert season on June 6 with a birthday party hosted by Bright Eyes. The indie-rock legends were scheduled to celebrate the 21st anniversary of two of their most impactful albums- I m Wide Awake, it s Morning and Digital Ash in a Digital Urn, however the threat of severe storms […]
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