In Session: Ember AutumnSkye
TROY – Not even the pandemic can keep some creatives from pursuing their dreams. Certainly so, Ember AutumnSkye, a budding filmmaker, is pushing forward with…
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In Session: Ryan Gangemi
ALBANY – As many creatives continue to hustle and bustle around the Capital Region, one filmmaker in particular seems to be constantly finding new pies to put…
Cassandra Kubinski Surrounds Herself with Community for Her Upcoming Record
SARATOGA SPRINGS – With her latest release, The Saratoga Sessions, pianist and singer-songwriter, Cassandra Kubinski promotes community and perseverance, all…
In Session: Nada Y Nada
TROY – Tim Sarver, the mastermind behind the alternative project, Nada Y Nada, has a certain particularity about him that makes his music undeniably unique.…
Renowned Folk Artist, Martin Sexton, to Perform Doubleheader at Caffe Lena, Sept. 24th
SARATOGA SPRINGS - Set to appear at Caffe Lena on Sept. 24th, renowned folk artist Martin Sexton will grace the historic stage not once but twice. The…
In Session: Sofia Corts
ALBANY – Some people take a whole lifetime to find their passion. For others, however? Folks like Sofia Corts find their drive at an extremely young age. Now,…
In Session: Shane Alden
ALBANY – Some may not see a straight pipeline from wrestling to filmmaking, but to Shane Alden, that’s just the path that makes the most sense. Taking his…
Mary Gauthier, with Very Special Guest, Jaimee Harris, to Perform at Caffe Lena, Sept. 17th
SARATOGA SPRINGS - Coming to the Caffe Lena stage on Sept. 17th is Mary Gauthier, alongside very special guest, Jaimee Harris. The folk singer/songwriter…
In Session: Christopher Peifer
NEW YORK – COVID was an unprecedented time for the world. While some sought refuge, trying to make sense of the world, Christopher Peifer put his nose to the…
Album Review: Cassandra Kubinski’s “The Saratoga Sessions EP”
SARATOGA SPRINGS – With her latest release, The Saratoga Sessions, pianist and singer-songwriter Cassandra Kubinski showcases deeper facets of her craft.…
Sandy McKnight Explores New Artistic Avenues with Film, Band Boy
LEE, MA. – Adding yet another feather to his road-worn cap, Sandy McKnight can now add filmmaker to his resume. On top of writing all of the songs for his…
The Pine Boys to Continue Their Busy Schedule; Celebrate New Album with Additional Shows
ALBANY – Releasing Alternative Milk on August 18,th local jammers The Pine Boys have been on quite a productive path as of late. Performing more and more…
Album Review: Son of a Gun’s “Timeline”
ALBANY – Coming out of the Capital Region is another captivating record, this time by the band, Son of a Gun. A concise record that features eight wonderfully…
In Session: Wavy Cunningham
TROY – Blending a variety of genres that exist outside his craft into his own, Wavy Cunningham is perhaps one of the most unique hip-hop artists around. With a…
Album Review: The Pine Boys’ “Alternative Milk”
ALBANY – Continuing their “good times only” vibe, The Pine Boys, with their release, Alternative Milk, on Aug. 18th, built upon the levity they became known…
Album Review: The Snorts’ “DORK FACTOR”
ALBANY – Releasing DORK FACTOR on August 15th, pop-punk outfit, The Snorts, put out one hell of a bangin’ EP. In just six songs, while oscillating between…
In Session: Christoph Paul of The Dionysus Effect
ALBANY – Determined to put their own stamp on the genre of rock, the band The Dionysus Effect is currently celebrating the release of their self-titled debut…
Pop Songwriter, Logan Spaleta, to Release Two New Singles; Explores New Genres
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Furthering his songwriting abilities, on September 5th, pop songwriter, Logan Spaleta is set to release two new songs, “summer camp” and…
In Session: The O’Maolegain Rake
ALBANY – Celebrating the rich Celtic culture of yesteryear through today, local musician Scott Baldwin, recording under the moniker, The O’Maolegain Rake,…
Album Review: Stephen Gallucci’s “Embers”
GLENS FALLS – Working on one record can take a wide-ranging amount of time, depending on the artist. For Stephen Gallucci, who has crafted the pieces found on…
In Session: Stephen Gallucci
GLENS FALLS – In an era of instrumental piano music that many may find repetitive, composer and pianist Stephen Gallucci is doing a fine job of standing out…
Songwriters Dave Alvin and Jimmie Dale Gilmore, With Special Guest, Dead Rock West, to Perform at…
ALBANY—On Aug. 24th, The Egg will be hosting two songwriters: Dave Alvin, of the rocking rhythm and roots band The Blasters and Jimmie Dale Gilmore – of the…
In Session: Sean Rowe
TROY – With a voice to match his stature, songwriter Sean Rowe booms and croons his baritone voice over a myriad of genres. Those listening would be…
Inaugural Moon Bloom Wellness and Music Retreat to Run From Aug. 17th-20th
ONEIDA – Some people dip their toes into the shallow end of the proverbial pool when embarking on a new endeavor. However, this is certainly not the case for…
In Session: Jim Powers and John Stegemann of West Field Productions
AVERILL PARK – Oftentimes, the passion and interests that childhood friends share together dissipate as life moves forward. This is certainly not the case for…
Local Acoustic Guitar Slinger, Joseph Biss, to Embark on First Solo Tour; Celebrates New Release
LAKE GEORGE – Releasing his latest record, Krumholtz (revisited), on August 4th, local singer-songwriter Joseph Biss expands upon his growing production…
In Session: Barbie Barker
TROY – For many, having one artistic endeavor is hard enough to manage, let alone multiple projects. When it comes to Caitlin Barker, however, lead singer and…
Album Review: Glass Pony’s “Washed Away”
Releasing their latest record, Washed Away, on June 23rd, Glass Pony effectively crafted an album that not only shows growth in their instrumental abilities,…
In Session: The Grandstand Jockeys
ALBANY – Spearheaded by songwriter Ron Burris, The Grandstand Jockeys, releasing their second EP, Place, are just getting started. Taking their alt-rock studio…
Album Review: Seize Atlantis’ “Ruins Rebuilt”
GLENS FALLS – The latest release from Seize Atlantis, Ruins Rebuilt, which came out June 17th, features five alternative-rock vignettes that further establish…
Concert Review: Martin Barre Band @ The Strand Theatre, 6/23/2023
HUDSON FALLS – Some artists have a hard time taking their hits and making them fresh not even five years after release, let alone five decades. For Martin…
In Session: Bassel Almadani of Bassel & The Supernaturals
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Few things in the world have the ability to cross cultures, impacting a myriad of folks in the same fashion, the way music does. For Bassel…
Concert Review: The Quebe Sisters @ Caffe Lena, 06/22/2023
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Soaring their way through two ripping sets of fiddle music that defied to be pinned to one genre, the Quebe Sisters, with their virtuosic…
Album Review: The Grandstand Jockeys’ “Place”
ALBANY – In just one week, The Grandstand Jockeys are set to release their latest EP, Place. Over at Nippertown, we had a chance to get our ears on the record…
Album Review: Jacob Shipley’s “Last Respects”
NEW YORK – Releasing his latest EP, Last Respects, on May 26th, singer-songwriter Jacob Shipley demonstrates in five songs how well he’s honed his abilities at…
Drew Wardle to Release New Single “Little Soul”
BALLSTON SPA - With his newest single, “Little Soul,” singer-songwriter Drew Wardle paints a powerful storytelling image in an involved, yet understated…
Album Review: Pryce & Perone’s “Brazen”
ALBANY – Releasing their follow-up record, Brazen, on June 9th, Pryce & Perone have added another nine incredibly crafted songs to their catalogue.…
Dermot Kennedy, with Special Guest, Sasha Alex Sloan, to Perform at SPAC, June 19th
SARATOGA SPRINGS - Performing in SPAC's Amphitheater on June 19th is Dermot Kennedy. The singer-songwriter, taking the stage as part of his The Sonder Tour,…
In Session: Elisheva Novella
ALBANY – While Elisheva Novella started working in the film industry as an actress, it didn’t take them long to explore other talents, and explore them with…
Seize Atlantis Prepares to Release Sophomore EP, “Ruins Rebuilt” on June 17th
GLENS FALLS – Local alternative-rock band, Seize Atlantis, is gearing up for the release of their sophomore EP, Ruins Rebuilt. Set for release on June 17th,…
Interview: Jethro Tull’s Martin Barre riffs with Nippertown prior to local June 23rd gig
HUDSON FALLS – The famed Martin Barre is coming to the Strand Theatre on June 23rd. Known primarily for his hugely influential work in Jethro Tull, Barre has…
In Session: Cinematographer Lakota Ruby-Eck
ALBANY – There’s a heck of a lot of work that goes into the creation of film, and just as there are unsung heroes in a myriad of art forms, for film, it’s…
In Session: Heather and Hunter Frederick
DELMAR – Creative partnerships come in all shapes and sizes. For this particular duo, Heather and Hunter Frederick have harnessed the close kinship they’ve…
Pryce & Perone Prepare to Release Follow-up Record, “Brazen”
ALBANY – Back at it again, the online collaborative effort of Pryce & Perone is getting ready to release another record. The duo, consisting of childhood…
Concert Review: Dom Flemons @ Caffe Lena, 05/25/2023
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Taking the stage this past Thursday at Caffe Lena was the enigmatic Dom Flemons. One of the most unique performers I’ve ever had the…
Marty Wendell Shows No Signs of Slowing Down; New Album, “View From The Rumble Seat” to…
CAMBRIDGE – Local singer-songwriter Marty Wendell is preparing to go back into the studio to record his next album, View From The Rumble Seat. And, as those…
Grampfather Release Live Album; Discuss Musical Horizons
KINGSTON – On May 5th, Grampfather released their latest record, Live at the Hive. If their studio work was any indication, this album confirms it: these dudes…
Singer-Songwriter Ryan Leddick Seeks Community Support to Craft Powerful Album Tackling Grief and…
ALBANY – Tackling songs that are steeped in the multifaceted concept of grief, singer-songwriter Ryan Leddick is preparing to go into the studio to record his…
In Session: Brian Dorn
GLOVERSVILLE – In an otherwise quiet area of Upstate NY, efforts are being made to bring more arts-related events into the community. Spearheading the effort…
In Session: John Burton
BEDFORD – Even today, mental health continues to endure a public stigma. Despite that, more and more folks are trying to knock down these walls, and one such…
Album Review: Sunbloc’s “Sunday Music”
ALBANY – The latest release from Sunbloc, Sunday Music, which came out Feb. 23rd, further solidifies the band into its weird and curious amalgamation of…
Concert Review: E.R.I.E. @ Park Theater, 4/27/2023
GLENS FALLS – Taking the stage this past Thursday at Park Theater in Glens Falls was the indie-rock outfit E.R.I.E. With their performance clocking in at…
Singer-Songwriter Kristian Montgomery Transforms Tragedy into Catalyst for New Record
WALLINGFORD, VT - Singer-songwriter Kristian Montgomery is preparing yet again for the release of his latest album, Lower County Outlaw. If there’s any truth…
Album Review: Sugar & The Tree’s Debut “High Lonesome Wind”
GLENS FALLS – Out of the foothills of the Adirondacks comes a new duo, Sugar & The Tree, Consisting of Heather Richards and Marc Vincent, the band released…
Album Review: Laveda’s “A Place You Grew Up In”
ALBANY – With their latest release, A Place You Grew Up In, Albany shoegaze-pop rock band, Laveda has expanded their catalog in a terrific way. Taking you…
Album Review: The Parlor’s “You Are Love and I Am You”
ALBANY – On May 19th, The Parlor is slated to release its follow-up record, You Are Love and I Am You. We at Nippertown were greeted to the album early, and…
Katy Ashe Blends Industrial Rock and Pop Together with Her Latest Upcoming Single,…
NORTH CREEK – Some people wait in the shadows for their art, looking for that moment when the time to release that of which they poured their creative heart…
Album Review: Rees Shad’s “Tattletale”
GREAT BARRINGTON, MA – Blending a variety of genres, including roots-rock, old-time jazz, and singer-songwriter folk, Rees Shad has presented an endearing…
Father and Son Band, Watch Reggie Run, Spread Messages of Positivity and Inclusivity
ALBANY – Music and the artists that perform it can tell an infinite number of stories, and relay a seemingly endless supply of messages. Out in the Capital…
Filmmaker Crafts Film That Intersects Disability with Intersectionality on the Highway of Humanity
ALBANY – Disability advocate, filmmaker, and cinematographer, Cameron S. Mitchell just put out yet another short film. This time, his project Kryptonite…
Album Review: E.R.I.E.’s “Suburban Mayhem”
ALBANY – On April 7th, E.R.I.E. released their sophomore record, Suburban Mayhem. Displaying frontman TJ Foster at his finest, this album is beyond brilliant.…
E.R.I.E. to Celebrate the Release of Their Brilliant Sophomore Album, “Suburban Mayhem”…
ALBANY – On April 7th, local indie-rock outfit, E.R.I.E., will be celebrating the release of their upcoming record, Suburban Mayhem, at Lost and Found in…
Concert Review: Sugar & The Tree/The Bluebillies/Marc Delgado @ The Strand Theatre, 03/31/2023
HUDSON FALLS – As the end of yet another work week began, a theatre in the quiet town of Hudson Falls was well underway in setting up for a special…
Album Review: Gozer’s “The Far Realm”
ALBANY – On March 18th, hard-rock band Gozer released their debut record, The Far Realm. Featuring eight songs of pure grit with unapologetic riffs, pounding…
In Session: Eric Krans of The Parlor
ALTAMONT – Releasing their first album in five years, The Parlor has something very special in store with You Are Love and I Am You, set to come out May 19th.…
Album Review: Yeah Universe’s “Out of Sync”
ALBANY – Releasing their follow-up EP, Out of Sync, on March 24th, Yeah Universe has added six great, eclectic, and sonically captivating songs to their…
In Session: Nick Kossor and Sean Murphy of Gozer
ALBANY – Pounding their way into the local scene with their debut record, The Far Realm, released on March 18th is hard rock band, Gozer. There’s something to…
In Session: Gabe Stallman of Ampevene
ALBANY – Releasing their single, “The Chemistress,” on March 3rd, local prog-rock band, Ampevene has put out a face-melting doozy of a tune. Combining peculiar…
Album Review: Wes Seneca’s “While Rome Burns”
ALBANY – When the pandemic hit three years ago, much of the music industry scrambled, searching for a way to survive through the chaos. Many people turned away…
Local Songwriter, Reeya Banerjee, Finding Her Creative Musical Voice with Her Latest Singles
CAMBRIDGE – Just a little over one year ago, Reeya Banerjee released her debut album, The Way Up. A deeply personal album about the performer’s trials and…
In Session: Tom and Lora Lee Ecobelli
ALBANY – Some of the hardest stories to deliver are the ones that need telling the most. And that’s what Tom Ecobelli and his sister, Lora Lee, have set out to…
Album Review: Grassroots Rebels’ “Love”
ALBANY – Grassroots Rebels’ Love is the latest in the trio of releases planned by the band. Following their previous record, Kindness, Love expands on the…
Album Review: Nathan Meltz and the House of Tomorrow’s “Sing More Songs About Failed…
TROY – Released on Feb. 17th, Nathan Meltz and the House of Tomorrow’s Sing More Songs About Failed Utopias, Volume 2, is a quick-and-to-the-point EP that…
In Session: Ian Losz
ALBANY – For some, learning is done only when mandatory, while on the other end of the spectrum, learning is a burning passion and pursuit. The latter is…
In Session: Kevin Wayne & The Retrobilleze
SCHENECTADY – For Kevin Wayne & The Retrobilleze, it’s all about transporting their audiences to a different time – the 1950s! Performing live as a duo or…
Liam Davis Igniting Listeners’ Ears with Latest Single, “Gasoline”
ALBANY – Releasing “Gasoline” today on March 3rd, Liam Davis has added yet another explosively dynamic tune to his repertoire. Digging in the vaults for this…
In Session: Chris Sanders
ALBANY – The path to becoming a musician is as personal a story to most in the industry as the ins-and-outs of the most intimate of relationships. For Chris…
In Session: Joseph Biss
GLENS FALLS – Releasing his debut LP, live from the living room., on Feb. 17th, Joseph Biss is perhaps one of the most unique-sounding folk artists this author…
Album Review: timing’s Debut Album, “Storm’s Coming”
VALLEY FALLS – Releasing their debut album on Feb. 3rd, timing has put out a fantastic record with Storm’s Coming. Despite being short in length, the songs on…
In Session: Tom O’Connor of The NoLaNauts
ALBANY – Featuring the stylistic bombast of New Orleans right in our very own Nippertown backyard is The NoLaNauts. A band that has made quite the name for…
Album Review: Joseph Biss’ “live from the living room.”
GLENS FALLS – On Feb. 17, Joseph Biss released a collection of live tunes with his debut LP, live from the living room. Fourteen songs in length, the record is…
In Session: Chris Wisniewski
ALBANY – The world of music has tons of room for all sorts of acts, ranging from solo to large bands. And within that, too, are all sorts of genres and…
In Session: Haley Moley
ALBANY – Dropping their first full-length record today, electronic-rock band Haley Moley has released quite an amazing collection of tunes with Everybody Wins!…
In Session: Lissa Schneckenburger
BRATTLEBORO, VT – Adoptive parent, fiddler, singer, teacher, and composer? Is there much that Lissa Schneckenburger isn’t currently taking on? As we delve deep…
Concert Review: Sean Rowe @ The Cock ‘n Bull, 2/9/23
GALWAY – A clattering of knives. The buzz of conversation. For the most part, Thursday, Feb. 9th, was a night like every other in your typical restaurant…
In Session: Nora Brown
NEW YORK – Starting out at a young age – and blossoming into a gifted performer – Nora Brown is already racking up quite the impressive resume. Skilled in…
Concert Review: Albert Lee @ The Strand Theatre, 1/22/2023
HUDSON FALLS – As the lights dimmed down with hues of red and blue, audiences that gathered this past Sunday for a matinee at The Strand Theatre were gearing…
In Session: Ryan Hornick
ALBANY – in an industry that can lend itself well to negative concepts and pre-conceived wrapped up packages, local electronic producer, Ryan Hornick, who goes…
In Session: Sam Torres
TROY – Sam Torres, saxophonist and composer, just released his album, Still, this week! A record filled with meditative sounds – the saxophone was but a mere…
Album Review: Maggie’s Clan’s Self-Titled Album
ALBANY – Releasing their self-titled LP on Sep. 10, 2022, Celtic powerhouse Maggie’s Clan have successfully crammed nine songs, all mostly high-octane tunes,…
In Session: Stephen King of A Little Overboard
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Releasing their debut single, “Goodbye For Now,” on Dec. 31, 2022, A Little Overboard is rapidly making a name for themselves. The song…
EDM Artist, Atlas.B, Giving Back to the Community with a Free Show at No Fun in Troy, Jan. 14
ALBANY – One of the greater things of Nippertown-area’s music scene is its – within reason – unabashed sense of community. And, like any community, it takes a…
In Session: Richard Lounello
ALBANY – Actor/filmmaker Richard Lounello has been on quite a creative tear. Starting his acting career over 20 years ago, it wasn’t until recently that he…
Album Review: Kilashandra’s “Live From the Parting Glass”
ALBANY – Bringing Celtic culture together with jam-band stylings is local band Kilashandra. Releasing their record, Live at the Parting Glass, the band - Mark…
In Session: Stephen Soucy
SARATOGA SPRINGS – When people find their passion in life, they will often travel in pursuit of it. As they learn the tools of their trade, some decide to…
In Session: Kate McDonnell
VOORHEESVILLE – Standing out in music is hard to do. But standing out with your music, as well as your way of performing said music, is a whole other beast.…
Nippertown’s Artistic Community: Lucas Garrett’s Year In Review
As the year rapidly approaches its end, the hustle and bustle of the holidays are often capped by a reflection of what has come to pass, and what is on the…
In Session: Cameron Gallagher
GLENS FALLS – Creatives often find themselves keeping their hands beyond full, taking on as many projects possible, all in the name of scratching that…
In Session: Kyle Kleege
SCHENECTADY – One of the best things about art, in this author’s opinion, is how wide the spectrum ranging from conventional to unconventional is. Some…
Album Review: The Jagaloons’ “Walk, Don’t Run, For The Border”
ALBANY – An album that is over before you know it, Walk, Don’t Run, For The Border, by The Jagaloons is, simply put, a fantastic record. Released on Oct. 13,…