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The Scene & The Biz
Discussions on both Nippertown’s ‘Music City’ status and on the various business aspects within the regional music industry.
Young Local Artist Series: CM School of Fine Arts
Being a local musician at times requires us to take on the responsibility of inspiring others, mentoring young artists while continuing to perform and live our own dreams!-->…
Celebrating Saratoga’s Summer Nights with Erin Harkes on Putnam Place’s New Patio
The Erin Harkes Band christened Putnam Place's new patio on Friday night with a full night of cover and original tunes that had the place on its feet. Dancing across the!-->…
Nippertown’s 2022 March Music Madness is Back and Twice as Nice
Sure everyone has heard of the NCAA's March Madness tournament, the road to the Final Four, and a college basketball national championship. Well, this isn't the NCAA and!-->…
Ten Moments from 2021 that Mattered to the Local Music Scene
As the year comes to a close, it’s worthwhile to reflect back on what transpired and what is likely to have a lasting effect on our local music scene. This is not a!-->…
Pint Sized & No Fun, Set To Open In Troy On Friday, December 10th
Pint Sized is STOKED to open the doors to its third location at 275/277 River Street in the heart of downtown Troy, NY on Friday, December 10th. The space is unique in that!-->…
The Lesson From Astroworld: Deny the Numbers? Pay the Price
It's Rather Simple: Listen to the Insurance IndustryFestival Safety: The Unpleasant and Uncomfortable Conversation About 'Genres' Needs to Take Place. The Good News is!-->!-->!-->…
Opinion: St. Rose’s Music Industry Program – the Other Side
Editors note: This is an opinion piece from Juliana Castrillon Cadena, a recent graduate of the College of St. Rose music program and a local musician.After reading the!-->!-->!-->…
Pint Sized Opening Its Third Location In Downtown Troy
TROY — Pint Sized announced its third location will be opening in Downtown Troy. It's their largest project to date and will be at 275/277 River Street. The space will lend!-->…
Eddies Music Hall of Fame to induct its biggest class yet
Induction ceremony – with live musical performances – to be held Wednesday, Oct. 27 at Universal Preservation HallSARATOGA SPRINGS – A pair of Mechanicville brothers who!-->!-->!-->…
Interview: William “Tragedy” Yager Adds the Fuze Box to His Tragic Empire
It’s 7:50AM on a Friday, and Tragedy is on the move.I am at Patsy’s Barber Shop in downtown Albany to interview William Yager, known exclusively by just about!-->!-->!-->…
Caffe Lena Launches CaffeLena.TV, A New Subscription-Based Live Streaming Platform
SARATOGA SPRINGS — As live music venues continue to feel the impact of Covid-19, online concert streaming is getting more sophisticated. Saratoga Springs’ Caffe Lena is!-->…
Top 10: Promoters Don’t Care About …
The Biz of Music: TOP 10 THINGS A PROMOTER DOESN'T WANT TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR BANDA Day in the Life of a Working Musician:Trying to come to an understanding on a!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…