On Friday, November 15th, Fat Mink, along with special guests Hasty Page and Bad Mothers, play a show at The Hollow Bar and Kitchen in downtown Albany.

Big Wreck make their way to The Hollow Bar and Kitchen in downtown Albany on Monday, September 30th.

“Together, I lost myself with you.”

This idea, that it is possible to lose oneself both within and without another person, is the foundation for Synergia Dance Project, a new collaborative dance company based in Troy, NY. The concept of loss – loss of love, of faith, of self – is one that is often explored through all mediums of art. Singers sing about it, writers write about it, painters paint about it; without loss, and, to a greater extent, the overcoming of loss, some of the most powerful pieces of art we hold so dear would cease to exist. Combining the abstraction of dance with the raw power of live music and stunning multimedia visuals, Synergia offers its viewers the opportunity to experience and explore loss in a new, completely unique way.

Synergia Dance Project was founded in 2019 by Nadine Medina, owner and founder of Troy Dance Factory in Troy, NY. The inspiration behind the project, the first season of which will be centered around the above quote (“Together, I lost myself with you.”), came to Medina after the dissolution of a long-term relationship, an experience that inspired her to delve into the work that must be done after you’ve lost a sense of who you truly are before a sense of self can be regained.

Medina, a familiar and influential figure in the Troy art and dance scene, approached the ever-growing collective of Capital Region artists to establish a collaborative partnership, combining the talents of local musicians, dancers, and filmmakers to create Synergia. The show as Medina first imagined it has blossomed through her partnerships with local bands Dark Honey, Girl Blue, and The Sea The Sea; a group of core dancers from Troy Dance Factory; and with Chromoscope Pictures, a Troy-based film company. Together, this collaboration makes up “Dark Blue Sea,” a three-act narrative dance performance, featuring live music performed by the three bands, as well as multimedia elements filmed and directed by Chromoscope Pictures.

On Saturday, September 28th, catch a show with The Quins at HiLo in North Adams, Massachusetts.

On Wednesday, February 26th, Fitz and the Tantrums return to EQXland at Upstate Concert Hall in Clifton Park.

With special guest: Twin XL

What’s a better combination than down home Vermont craft beers and bluegrass music–all in the beautiful alpine fall foliage setting of Magic Mountain.

The afternoon will be spent up on Magic’s Sunshine Corner–all accessible by the mid-mtn Green Lift (by Red Bull–gives you wings) with yoga, live music, great views and fine-tasting craft brews. There will also be grilled food (Sausage & Peppers, Deep River Snacks, Hot Dogs). Johnny Davis and 6 Feet Deep at 1p; The Terrible Mountain String Band 3-4:30. Then the show goes down to the Tavern for dinner and Winter Animals from 5:30-7p and none other than Saints & Liars live on the EQX stage at 7:30-9:30. Local brews and local blue grass just the way we love it!

Come enjoy a one-of-a-kind all-day BrewGrass festival setting high on mountain and down in the lodge. $15 chair lift ride to the festival. Free to 19/20 season pass holders (bring your 19/20 pass email receipt). No open toed-shoes for the lift ride. No charge for the music!

Frog Alley Brewing Company is the place to be for the first ever Frogtoberfest! The festival will feature three bands, great food, loads of vendors and, of course, tons of BEER!

$12 gets you into the action and a FREE Limited Edition Frog Alley Stainless Steel Pint Glass! Tickets are limited and this event will sell out!

The Bands:

12:30pm- Millington

2:30pm- Floodwood

4:30pm- Eastbound Jesus

PLEASE BE ADVISED: This is a 21+ event. No re-entry to the festival will be granted once you’ve left the grounds. Frogtoberfest is a cash only event, with an on site ATM available. This is a rain or shine event. No outside food or drink will be allowed. No weapons will be allowed. No pets will be allowed with the possible exception of service animals.

Catch a show with The Wood Brothers as they make their way to The Palace Theatre in downtown Albany on Saturday, February 8th.

On Friday, October 4th, catch The New Deal playing a show at the Putnam Place in downtown Saratoga Springs.

The Way Back, along with special guest Boyd Tinsley, make their way to the Putnam Place in downtown Saratoga Springs on Saturday, September 28th.

The best Talking Heads tribute around returns to Saratoga Springs and the Putnam Place for a show on Saturday, September 21st.

On Friday, September 20th, make your way to The Strand Theater in Hudson Falls for a show with Rustic Overtones.

***THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED***

Official statement from Green Day, Weezer, & Fall Out Boy:

Hopefully this doesn’t come as a surprise, but as much as we were looking forward to seeing you all this summer, everone’s safety is our highest priority so we’ve offically made the call to reschedule all North American dates of the Hella Mega tour until next year. We’ll be announcing Summer 2021 dates with the same venues very soon, so hold on to those tickets. All ticket holders will be emailed directly with refund options as well. Please stay safe, and we look forward to seeing you in 2021.

Mihali of Twiddle heads to the Pearl Street Pub in downtown Albany for a show on Friday, November 1st.

EQX and The Park Theater present the first ever Band Camera Action.
Join EQX and Scott Hannay live, playing his own soundtrack to the movie Raiders of the Lost Ark!

That’s right, the best Live and Local musicians rock the park while your favorite films play behind them in a mashup concert/movie good time.

Mean Max Brew Works will be on tap with custom brews for each BCA night.

Band Camera Action is the first Friday of every month.

Grace Potter’s Grand Point North returns to Waterfront Park in Burlington.

Single day & two-day tickets on sale now!

Lineup includes: Grace Potter (both nights), Rainbow Kitten Surprise, Gov’t Mule, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Lucius, J.S. Ondara, Lucy Dacus, Michael Nau, Bailen, and a special acoustic set from Grace Potter & Warren Haynes! Also appearing at the festival are local bands that have made their mark on the Burlington music scene, including: Francesca Blanchard, Lady Moon & The Eclipse, Matthew Mercury, The Bubs, J Bengoy, Sabouyouma, and Princess Nostalgia.

Children 12 & under free. No glass, alcohol, outside food or beverage, coolers, blankets or pets. Folding chairs are permitted only in the area behind the sound board. All bags are subject to search. All times, dates, acts, and ticket prices subject to change without notice. Grand Point North has a no re-entry policy. Audience taping, or otherwise recording the artist performances, is not permitted at Grand Point North festival.

For more info visit: http://grandpointnorth.com/information/

Catch Seratones at a brand new venue, HiLo, in downtown North Adams on Wednesday, September 11th. 

Head to The Linda in downtown Albany for an evening of music with Holly Bowling on Wednesday, September 11th.

On Friday, October 11th head to Upstate Concert Hall in Clifton Park for an evening of music with Trampled By Turtles.

TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, AUGUST 30TH AT 10AM

Schenectady County Funk n’ Jazz Festival is a FREE family friendly music event featuring regional and local musical acts influence by funk and/or jazz.

Enjoy a day of live music, food, drinks, craft vendors along with pop up art demos and kids activities.

Regional funk and jazz acts will perform on the WEQX Main Stage including Michael Benedict Jazz Vibes, Bryan Brundige and his Piggly Wigglies, Hanzolo, and our headliner Jocamo. Local jazz combos from area colleges and high schools will perform on our Second Stage.

Line up:
12:45pm – Center Square Jazz (Jazz Stage)
1:00pm – 2:00pm – Piggly Wigglies (Main Stage)
2:00pm – 2:30pm – Justin Friello Trio (Jazz Stage)
2:30pm – 3:30pm Jazz Vibes (Main Stage)
3:30pm – 4:00pm Center Square (Jazz Stage)
4:00pm – 5:00pm Hanzolo (Main Stage)
5:00pm – 5:30pm Justin Friello (Jazz Stage)
5:30pm – Jocamo (Main Stage)

Activities:
Art projects and fun along with a public art mural by CREATE Community Studios

Food:
Mikes Hot Dogs
SUNY SCCC Food Truck
Wagon Train BBQ
Send Me Waffles!
Beverages by Frog Alley

For more information or for vendor opportunities please visit :
https://www.schenectadycounty.com/content/funk-n-jazz-festival