There’s a weird juxtaposition for me at the end of every year—on the one hand, I abhor the concept of ranking art. On the other hand, I really love making Top!-->…
GLENS FALLS - Today, local singer/songwriter Lucas Garrett is premiering a visualizer for his new single, "Going Home". Serving as an accompanying feature to!-->…
For my family, the day after Thanksgiving isn't reserved for rushing out to the big box retailers first thing in the morning to snag a "really great deal" on a!-->…
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.!-->…
“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,!-->!-->!-->…
This time of year is rife with opportunity for reflection and gratitude. And in such tumultuous times (yes, I did in fact just cringe writing such a cliche …),!-->…
When Nipper heard that SongCity announced the ten participants chosen for their inaugural INK retreat in November, he just had to track them down, one by one.!-->…
When Nipper heard that SongCity announced the ten participants chosen for their inaugural INK retreat in November, he just had to track them down, one by one.!-->…
When Nipper heard that SongCity announced the ten participants chosen for their inaugural INK retreat in November, he just had to track them down, one by one.!-->…
When it comes to music, I’m a creature of seasonal habits. Once the weather starts cooling down and the days start getting shorter to make room for the!-->…
When Nipper heard that SongCity announced the ten participants chosen for their inaugural INK retreat in November, he just had to track them down, one by one.!-->…
When Nipper heard that SongCity announced the ten participants chosen for their inaugural INK retreat in November, he just had to track them down, one by one.!-->…
In delightfully cheesy fashion, the folks at Jive Hive have put together yet another holiday special – this one, a Halloween Spectacular! - featuring an array!-->…
When Nipper heard that SongCity announced the ten participants chosen for their inaugural INK retreat in November, he just had to track them down, one by one.!-->…
Just in time for spooky szn, I got an email regarding a "Salem witch trials descendant" performing in the area just before Halloween. Sounds too serendipitous!-->…
When Nipper heard that SongCity announced the ten participants chosen for their inaugural INK retreat in November, he just had to track them down, one by one.!-->…
When Nipper heard that SongCity announced the ten participants chosen for their inaugural INK retreat in November, he just had to track them down, one by one.!-->…
Nipper’s thoughts on normal band interviews: too many big words, long-winded answers, and not enough dog references. So, he decided to come up with his own!-->…
The opening notes of Home, the new record by local folk duo Morris & Rivers, are inviting in the same way that a cup of hot chocolate and a fireplace are!-->…
It’s been a few years since we’ve heard from local-favorite indie-rockers, Stellar Young. In 2019, they released the third and final installment in a trio of!-->…
TROY - Meg Duffy, the multi-instrumentalist who performs under the moniker Hand Habits, has deep roots in the 518. Born and raised in Amsterdam, they attended!-->…
We are, of course, firm believers that not only is there no shortage of talent here in the 518, but there’s also something for everyone. The underground!-->…
TROY - That's right. Baby J himself is returning to the Capital Region in just over a month. No longer new in town, Mulaney has basically become a household!-->…
Full-album anniversary shows are a fascinating trend. On the one hand, there are virtually no surprises. You know what you're walking into and what the setlist!-->…
Nipper's thoughts on normal band interviews: too many big words, long-winded answers, and not enough dog references. So, he decided to come up with his own!-->…
On the second Tuesday of every month, a local songwriting showcase takes place on the second floor of The Ruck in Troy. The setup is simple: four songwriters!-->…
Nipper's thoughts on normal band interviews: too many big words, long-winded answers, and not enough dog references. So, he decided to come up with his own!-->…
Nipper's thoughts on normal band interviews: too many big words, long-winded answers, and not enough dog references. So, he decided to come up with his own!-->…
Nipper's thoughts on normal band interviews: too many big words, long-winded answers, and not enough dog references. So, he decided to come up with his own!-->…
After a number of years of shared acquaintences, multiple attempts at sharing a stage and communicating almost exclusively through Instagram, I finally had the!-->…
Capital Region singer-songwriter / multi-instrumentalist Alice Sorensen has just debuted new single 'Just Before Morning'. It's the first taste of music under!-->…
Nipper's thoughts on normal band interviews: too many big words, long-winded answers, and not enough dog references. So, he decided to come up with his own!-->…
When it comes to organizations supporting the next generation of artists, we're lucky to have Youth FX. The nonprofit is dedicated to empowering the creative!-->…
I was talking with Nipper the other day (as I do) and he was expressing his frustration with band interviews. Too many big words, long-winded answers, and not!-->…
I was talking with Nipper the other day (as I do) and he was expressing his frustration with band interviews. Too many big words, long-winded answers, and not!-->…
I was talking with Nipper the other day (as I do) and he was expressing his frustration with band interviews. Too many big words, long-winded answers, and not!-->…
PLUSH have become something rather legendary around these parts, thanks in large part to lead singer Moriah Formica hailing from right here in the 518. With a!-->…