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Erin Harkes Embodies Uncle Ernie
To prep for a big show celebrating the release of a culmination of hard work, "doctor's orders" might include rest and relaxation. Probably a bunch of water. Maybe a little…
Millington makes its way home for the holidays
“We’ve traveled quite a lot now and there truly isn’t anything better than playing here at home.”That’s quite a testament to the 518 music scene, especially from a band…
ASO sets sights on ‘glorious melodies and harmonies’
When David Alan Miller, music director of the Albany Symphony Orchestra, was putting together the 2023-2024 season last year, he considered what he wanted for this weekend at…
After journey, Hayley Jane finds herself at peace and ready for new musical adventure
At 38, Hayley Jane is embarking on a fresh chapter with her new band, Hayley Jane, proving it’s never too late to start anew.Though she spent most of her younger years in…
Upstate Beat: Weird … and vital: No Fun celebrates two years
“There’s always going to be an inherent weird vibe to anything we do here,” said August Rosa, standing behind the bar at the No Fun music venue on a recent evening in…
Stephen Kellog Brings His Sit Down/Stand-Up Tour to Caffe Lena, Dec. 28th
SARATOGA SPRINGS - On Dec. 28th, Stephen Kellogg, maestro of mirthful melodies and poetic wordsmithing, brings humor and charm to Caffe Lena's stage. Those in attendance are…
Concert Review: Creative Improvisers Orchestra @ The Shirt Factory, 12/03/2023
The variety and quantity of instruments in a jazz orchestra or big band are far from fixed, especially for those specializing in the avant-garde genre. The Creative Music…
Kevin Hart will return to Palace Theatre in January
Bringing his big personality back to the Capital Region, Kevin Hart will return to Palace Theatre on Jan. 9. The last time Hart was in Albany for a performance, was in March…
Unsigned518 Podcast #103, Jackie of Nikki Brown and the Well Diggers
I sat down with Jackie of Nikki Brown and the Well Diggers and Sound Talent Group for a very interesting conversation about not only Jackie's role as drummer in Nikki Brown…
Hank Williams Jr. announced for SPAC
SARATOGA SPRINGS - Country music legend Hank Williams Jr. is set to play SPAC next year, LiveNation announced Monday.Williams is to play SPAC Aug. 23 at 7 p.m. on the…
Concert Review: Darlingside / Field Guide @ Spa Little Theatre, 12/3/2023
Darlingside has returned with a new album "Everything is Alive," and as suggested by the album title, has resurrected the band's tradition of beautiful sounds paired with…
Concert Review: The Klezmatics @ Proctors GE Theater, 12/02/2023
When Proctors Passport Series presenter Mona Golub and Eighth Step Director Margie Rosenkranz learned both wanted to present the Klezmatics at Proctors GE Theatre, they…