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NYS Music @nystatemusic.bsky.social · Jan 22
Are you a musician or band just getting started, or an established band looking to make life easier as you navigate the music industry? NYS Music’s Artist Resource Guide has you covered.
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A resource guide for up and coming artists looking for music venues, independent promoters, recording studios, event calendars and independent radio stations all across New York State
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Bearsville Center in Woodstock is up for sale (but it's a good thing!)
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Bearsville Center up for Sale
Bearsville Center - an expansive complex just outside Woodstock that includes Bearsville Theatre, Utopia Studios, the Bear Cantina, Pho Tibet, an ice cream parlor, Tinker Street Tavern and a park - ha...
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January 20, 2026 at 7:15 PM
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Every so often I ask former interns how they viewed their internship with @nystatemusic.bsky.social and this might be my favorite response yet.
My experience as an intern was certainly a whirlwind but in my opinion so worth it. I was able to develop my written voice tenfold of what I've been able to in college and my confidence in cold-emailing and communicating with capital-P Professionals in the music industry has grown exponentially. I was also able to take on additional self-coordinated photography and review opportunities during my time as an intern, which has led to the concrete realization of a far-off childhood dream of shooting my favorite artists. I've been coordinating with the literal CEO to write video scripts and store signage and I'm still baffled that, because of my experience with nys music, she has said that I have "more experience than her" in writing for the company... as if she isn't literally running the place.
January 17, 2026 at 3:43 PM
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Rest in Peace Bob Weir
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Rest in Peace Bob Weir
Guitarist, singer and jam band icon, Bob Weir, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday evening. He was 78. Weir performed for more than 60 years, defining a generation through his music, giving a multitu...
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January 11, 2026 at 11:24 PM
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RIP to one of the greatest American rock musicians of all time, Bob Weir. One more Saturday night, my friend.
Grateful Dead – One More Saturday Night (Tivoli Concert Hall 4/17/72) | Meet Up At The Movies 2022
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January 11, 2026 at 6:17 AM
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The Egg in Albany reopened with a ribbon cutting ceremony today and reception this evening. The venue never looked so good!
January 9, 2026 at 12:48 AM
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New York Series: Duke Ellington ‘Take the A Train’
All aboard, get on the A train Soon you will be on Sugar Hill in Harlem @nystatemusic.bsky.social
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New York Series: Duke Ellington ‘Take the A Train’
The Harlem Renaissance was responsible for allowing African-Americans to focus on their past, as well as develop a unique identity for themselves, thus creating a culture within a culture. It brought ...
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January 1, 2026 at 12:35 AM
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Today on WFMU: On Music For a Free World w/Dave Sewelson (Give the Drummer Radio stream), Steve Swell, a longtime contributor to the NYC downtown music scene. Steve has worked with Buddy Rich, Cecil Taylor, William Parker, Elliott Sharp, Joey Baron, and many more (2 p.m. ET).
December 27, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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THE local promoter in Albany, Greg Bell, is retiring. I had a chat with him (and his wife Marilyn) earlier this month, and finally wrapped it all up. For @nystatemusic.bsky.social
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Greg Bell, By the Numbers – A Look Back with the Legendary Promoter on a 33-Year Career
There's Santa Claus - who brings joy to children all across the world one night a year, and then there's another jolly man, who brings to music and joy to the Capital Region over the course of many ev...
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December 27, 2025 at 6:18 AM
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yo la tengo at bowery ballroom, hanukkah night 6.

opening act: jeff tweedy
comedian: jo firestone
mix CDR by georgia
post show DJ: miss christina ginger
benefitting mary mitchell family & youth center
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December 20, 2025 at 12:38 AM
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As the year comes to a close, please consider a donation to NYS Music. Our statewide team of writers and photographers cover music scenes all across New York State, discovering the next generation of local musicians, bringing their music to you!
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December 20, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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Albany Artists Prepare for Greg Bell’s Retirement Party and Halliday Ball nysmusic.com/2025/12/16/a...
Albany Artists Prepare for Greg Bell’s Retirement Party and Halliday Ball
Albany - really, the Capital Region as a whole - has become a hub for live music over the past four decades, thanks to diverse venues catering to different crowds and genres, but above all, one man ha...
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December 16, 2025 at 2:23 PM
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Giving Tuesday is here - please consider a donation (or pick up some merch) to support the team at NYS Music! We are a truly Independent Music & Arts website, covering all music and arts in all parts of New York State.
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December 2, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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It's Giving Tuesday - if independent music and arts journalism is your thing, please consider a donation, or pick up some merch, and support @nystatemusic.bsky.social!
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December 2, 2025 at 3:42 PM
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Over the past decade, NYS Music has worked with artists and bands, promoters, events, festivals and organizations across New York State, to highlight the best music coming to towns and venues of all sizes.

Our Giving Tuesday campaign is here....

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December 1, 2025 at 2:04 AM
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"You definitely have the Village Voice vibe. When I see something in NYS Music, I actually get interested in it."
High praise from from Tom Semioli, from Notes From An Artist Podcast.
Thanks to Tom and Dave for having me on!
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Notes From An Artist
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November 20, 2025 at 1:01 AM
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An incredible evening in Syracuse at the restored Landmark Theatre with Trey Anastasio Band! Photos by Derek Java, review by @phanart.bsky.social
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Anastasio and Co. Awe in Landmark Return
Outside the Landmark Theatre, the rain came down on a temperate night, as fans assembled and prepared for Trey Anastasio Band's return to the 97-year old downtown Syracuse venue. Inside, fans were lef...
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November 27, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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Billy Strings continued his Fall Tour in Albany this week, with Billy taking a stroll out into the crowd during 'Meet Me at the Creek'
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Most Valuable Picker: Billy Strings Magnificent in MVP Arena Debut
The twang of bluegrass emanated from South Pearl Street on Wednesday, November 12, with Billy Strings bringing his Fall Tour through the Capital Region for his first headlining gig in Albany. Followin...
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November 15, 2025 at 7:21 PM
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For more than 10 years, NYS Music, a non-profit organization, has been a platform for up and coming bands from across New York State, in addition to training writers and offering photographers opportunities to cover the music they love - from small, local bands and artists to national touring acts.
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November 15, 2025 at 7:17 PM
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My review of Billy Strings' Rochester show is up on NYS Music: https://nysmusic.com/2025/11/13/billy-strings-melts-the-snow-to-grass-in-rochester/

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Billy Strings Melts the Snow to ‘Grass in Rochester
Tuesday night is bluegrass night in Rochester. The Angry Goat, possibly the smallest venue for live music in town, has a great long running bluegrass jam hosted by various local artists. But on Tuesday, November 11, bluegrass night in Rochester was taken to a whole other level. Billy Strings was back in town, almost three...
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November 13, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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My review of I'm With Her's show at Asbury Hall is up on NYS Music: https://nysmusic.com/2025/11/06/im-with-her-wins-buffalos-heart-at-asbury-hall/

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I’m With Her Wins Buffalo’s Heart at Asbury Hall
Election Day, a great time to exercise your civic duty, and a great time to see some live music by a band named after a bygone political slogan. That was the opportunity presented to the people of Buffalo this Tuesday, when I'm With Her opened their last leg of touring in 2025 at Asbury Hall....
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November 7, 2025 at 2:42 AM
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Hell yeah tune in, we'll be behind the stage!
November 7, 2025 at 9:45 PM
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The team at NYS Music has put together a map, with the help of @phishsonian.bsky.social, features every show Phish has played in NYS, including a link to reviews and articles on the various shows and festivals in New York State that Phish has played since 1986!
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The Empire State of Phish
While the origin of Phish is firmly rooted in Vermont, the band's history in neighboring New York runs almost as deep. The band made the slow and natural progression from private parties and gigs at f...
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November 3, 2025 at 3:01 AM
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50 years ago tonight, the new jerry garcia band makes their nyc debut at the beacon theatre, early & late shows, with opening sets by the rowan bros. & the good old boys feat. david nelson. tapes, notes, etc.: heads.social/@bourgwick/1... #garciafreaksunite
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October 29, 2025 at 12:06 AM
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Alemán and Gera MX Announce Show at Brooklyn Paramount
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Alemán and Gera MX Announce Show at Brooklyn Paramount
Two of the most prolific rappers in the Latin space, Alemán and Gera MX have announced their debut U.S. tour as Rich Mafia.  Their union, which submerged after more than eight years of rivalry between...
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October 28, 2025 at 11:45 PM
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Jack DeJohnette: 1942-2025
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Jack DeJohnette: 1942-2025
Jack DeJohnette, the influential jazz/fusion/new jazz drummer, died this weekend at Kingston Hospital, surrounded by family and friends. He was 83. Jack Dejohnette-8/9/42-10/26/25 - photo by Rudy Lu B...
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October 28, 2025 at 11:43 PM