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Greg Bell brings us 6 great shows to get us through the holiday season
"The audience is the most important part of the whole thing," said promoter Greg Bell, "because without an audience there is no entertainment. You're playing to nobody."…
Atelo Songs Explores Past, Present, and Future with “not in the mood”
ALBANY – Not everyone is able to look at their past, present, and future self simultaneously – let alone craft a dialogue between the three. But that’s just what Sam Gleason,…
In Session: Girl Love
ALBANY – Award-winning poet Laura Beth Johnson, performing under the moniker Girl Love, is really starting to hit her stride as a singer-songwriter. And, with a release show…
In Session: Mike Grosshandler
ALBANY – For the first time in eleven years, singer-songwriter, Mike Grosshandler, has released new material with his single, “About Time.” The result? A kickass rock tune…
Full of Gratitude, E.R.I.E. Celebrates Momentous Year
SCHENECTADY – Crashing back out of the gate, E.R.I.E. is set to close out quite the eventful year with yet another single, “Paradise Falls,” releasing on Dec. 13th. Featuring…
In Session: Amassed
ALBANY – Amassed, spearheaded by singer-songwriter Alex Urdanoff, is set to release another single, “Train Tracks,” on Dec. 15th. With some unconventional recording…
How The Troy Speakeasy Reinvigorated The Local DIY Scene
TROY – The Capital Region’s DIY music scene is alive, and much of its current vitality can be attributed to the Troy Speakeasy and its founder Dan Shapiro. I spoke with Dan…
Darlingside’s new album represents departure from band’s usual ‘wall of sound’
Indie folk group Darlingside has a long history of lush, layered sounds and vivid lyrics. But in a bold move their new album, “Everything Is Alive,” strips down the blankets…
In Session: Jeff Brisbin
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Surviving in the music industry can be a Sisyphean task for most, but not only is Jeff Brisbin surviving, he’s thriving. For years on end, Brisbin has…
In Session: Drew Jacobs
ALBANY – Comedy is a tough art, let alone clean comedy. In an era where comedians are seemingly heralded by the amount of vulgarity they can squeeze into their routine, it…
Watch Reggie Run Spread Holiday Cheer With Their Latest Single, “Bruce The Christmas…
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Father-son duo Watch Reggie Run (Dave Graham and Luke Graham) are gearing up once again to spread holiday cheer! Releasing their latest Christmas song,…
Erin Harkes keeps the creativity and laughs flowing
As the chilly winds of late fall sweep through the region, Erin Harkes, a local comedian and musician, is set to bring warmth and laughter with her upcoming comedy show and…