Author Mike Stampalia
On December 15 at the Palace Theatre in Albany, Dark Star Orchestra recreated the September 17, 1973 Grateful Dead show at the Onondaga County War Memorial in Syracuse, New York.…
“Metal Mike” celebrated the 25th anniversary of the release of Halford’s “Resurrection” at his solo show at Albany’s Empire Underground, while Deveria showcased some songs from their new album, “The Final Hour.” Local …
Featuring former members of The Band and the Levon Helm Band, and much beloved in Woodstock and the surrounding area, the Weight Band played two sets of classic songs from The Band (and two originals) to a nearly sold-out crowd …
Both co-headliners have noted solo catalogues, but interesting histories as well. Richie Kotzen has been a part of Poison, Mr. Big, and the Winery Dogs. John 5 has played with David Lee Roth, Marilyn Manson, Rob Zombie, and Motley Crue. …
Bluegrass star extraordinaire Billy Strings returned to Albany as something of a conquering hero, selling out the MVP Arena for his midweek show.…
This month’s iteration of the excellent Song City series at the Waiting Room featured three performers on acoustic guitar (Girl Blue, Ryan Clark, and Sabrina Trueheart), as well as rapper Camtron5000.…
Montana’s Kitchen Dwellers returned to their preferred Capital District venue, the Cohoes Music Hall, as part of their Fall tour, playing a good mix of both older and newer tunes. Hailing from another “M” state on the other side …
Outstanding Talking Heads tribute act Start Making Sense delighted the Kingston, N.Y. crowd at Assembly on November 8. Vermonter Evan Jennison teased material from his forthcoming album, “Standing Next to Nothing,” in his opening set.…
LA trio Nuovo Testamento made getting Troy to dance non-negotiable as they wowed them at No Fun. They seem destined for bigger stages, and soon. Syd Silvair proved to be the perfect opening act.…
The Greetings celebrated the release of their new album, “S.O.L.,” with a show at the Hollow in Albany on November 7. Chicago-based indie-punk outfit Worry Club provided support for the evening, along with locally based Coupons.…
Joe Mansman and the Midnight Revival Band celebrated the release of their first full-length album, “Gas Station Elvis,” at Putnam Place on November 7. Gozer and Ginger Geezus kicked things off, ensuring a gritty night from start to …
Halloween still felt close as glam-but-so-much-more Bella’s Bartok teamed up with the dark cabaret of Dust Bowl Faeries for a decidedly weird (in the best possible way) night at Albany’s Lark Hall.…