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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!

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watch the stream later from the Lincoln Center

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Nov 7: Cyro Baptista at 75: A Banquet for the Spirits - Jazz Live by Jazz at Lincoln Center

Brazilian percussion master Cyro Baptista, described by Wynton Marsalis as “truly one of the greatest musicians in the world,” celebrates his 75th birthday with a high-energy, unforgettable performanc...

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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

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Over two dozen states are suing the USDA for refusing to use SNAP contingency funds during the shutdown, affecting 42 million families.

The coalition includes: AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, HI, IL, KS, KY, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, NV, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OR, PA, RI, VT, WA, WI

October 28, 2025 at 10:49 PM

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This band has delivered NONSTOP for 35 years, has no drummer drama, and continues to crush it!

Stoked @riverportgin.bsky.social got a huge first @moeperiod.bsky.social show in Nashville — a #Rebubula to start first set and end second?! Color me jealous!

October 26, 2025 at 3:29 PM

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The Erie Canal was completed 200 years ago today. It was a major achievement for the early US, and for New York in particular. But the canal meant different things to different people, and over time, its significance evolved.

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The Erie Canal at 200 - JSTOR Daily

Finished in October 1825, the Erie Canal connected increasingly specialized regions, altering the economic landscape of the northeast United States.

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October 26, 2025 at 3:41 PM

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RPI Symposium Explores Legacy of the Erie Canal #eriecanal200
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RPI Symposium Explores Art, the Environment, and the Legacy of the Erie Canal

A symposium that revisits and reflects on Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's (RPI) connection to the Erie Canal featuring a series of musical performances will be held on Friday, November 14 from 9:30...

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October 26, 2025 at 5:12 PM

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Harvest Fest in the Hudson Valley at The Griffin House in Palenville - this Saturday #cannabis share.google/ZsAMh6T4sR9l...

Harvest Fest in the Hudson Valley – Music, Art, Costume Ball and Cannabis

Autumn time means Harvest season, and with that comes the end of music festival season in the Northeast. Starting at Noon on Saturday, October 25, the Hudson Valley town of Palenville will host the 29...

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October 23, 2025 at 7:49 PM

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moe. Nod to No Kings Protest with Themed Setlist

moe., in solidarity with more than 5 million Americans who marched and protested on Saturday, October 18 - billed as "No Kings Day" - performed a setlist that echoed the call to action of the day. On ...

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October 20, 2025 at 11:43 AM

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RIP D'Angelo

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The Soulquarians: A Cultural Revolution in Soul and Hip-Hop

The late 1990s seemed like a revival for musical styles that had lost their prior appeal while also propelling newer genres to heights never reached. Amidst the superficial boasting, sparkling attire,...

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October 15, 2025 at 4:05 AM

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Eli

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My review of last week's Stereolab show in Buffalo posted over the weekend on NYSMusic @nystatemusic.bsky.social
https://nysmusic.com/2025/10/11/stereolab-mesmerizes-a-sold-out-asbury-hall-in-buffalo/

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Stereolab Mesmerizes a Sold Out Asbury Hall in Buffalo

Stereolab, the indie-rock band led by Briton Tim Gane and Frenchwoman Laetita Sadier, have been around off and on since 1990. Just 35 years into their career, they made it to Buffalo for the very first time. And for all in the sold out crowd at Babeville's Asbury Hall on Tuesday night, even those that...

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October 13, 2025 at 4:20 PM

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David Stray Ney

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Just in case it wasn’t clear already - if you live in the NYC area and your favorite band is my favorite band - YOU SHOULD DEFINITELY GO TO BROOKLYN BOWL FOR GUERILLA TOSS ON THURSDAY 👀

October 14, 2025 at 7:36 PM

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The Homegrown Farming Culture of @farmaid.org
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The Homegrown Farming Culture of Farm Aid

After visiting Saratoga Performing Arts Center in 2024, Farm Aid heads to the Upper Midwest for a day full of music, farming, education and activism at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesot...

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September 20, 2025 at 5:35 PM

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Musician, writer, and former publicist Sal Cataldi reviews Bob Dylan's New York: A Historic Guide for @nystatemusic.bsky.social: tinyurl.com/2hvs3du9
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