New York State Music News

10 high school students across Long Island were awarded music scholarships, thanks to the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF). The scholarships recognizes students who demonstrate career interest in music and the performing arts. Each recipient received $1,000 towards their college education. Most will continue their musical journey through programs specializing in […]

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The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast welcomes listeners to a special conversation as host Tom Needham sits down with acclaimed keyboardist, musical director, producer, and arranger David Rosenthal. Best known for his decades-long association with Billy Joel, Rosenthal shares stories from his remarkable career, insights into working alongside one of music s […]

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Irving wrote the first version of God Bless America in an attempt to write the perfect peaceful song that would help unite the world and inspire men to live in harmony, much like notable songwriters Bob Dylan and John Lennon years later.

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As the Santana hit Smooth aptly put it, Man, it was a hot one both literally and figuratively for bands and fans at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) when the Doobie Brothers and Santana split the ticket Wednesday, July 1. The mercury climbed to a sticky 99 degrees Fahrenheit at about 4 pm in […]

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For nine days each year over the past 24 years (with 2020 as an exception), downtown Rochester transforms into a mecca for music lovers from near and far during the Rochester International Jazz Festival. Among the 19 venues is Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, which hosted Chris Botti, Gladys Knight, and The Count Basie Orchestra […]

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Awash in smoke machine haze and adorned in trippy paisley shirts, Steve Kilbey, and fellow members of The Church brought their unique brand of eighties Australian psychedelia to The Bearsville Theater in Woodstock on Wednesday, July 1. While psychedelic rock and Woodstock usually conjures images of Jimi, Janis, Jerry, and head shop black light posters, […]

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Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival will honor the career of bluegrass artist and storyteller Ron Thomason this July during his final performances after 50 years of touring, as he takes leave of his role with the Dry Branch Fire Squad. Held July 15-19 at Oak Hill, NY, Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival will have several occasions dedicated […]

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There are concerts where the music is the story, and there are concerts where the feeling in the room becomes just as memorable as the songs themselves. Presented by Greg Bell of Guthrie/Bell Productions, Midnight North’s return to Albany on June 25 delivered exactly that kind of experience. Featuring guitarist and vocalist Grahame Lesh, the […]

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The Adirondack Independence Music Festival (a.k.a. ADK Fest) will return to Lake George for its 11th year this Labor Day weekend. Three days of live music will be hosted at Charles R. Wood Park from September 4 to September 6. The festival will continue its tradition of bringing nationally acclaimed artists and rising stars together in […]

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On the morning of Friday, June 26, Melanie Martinez performed on The TODAY Show for her first Citi Concert Series performance. Celebrating the release of her 2026 album, Hades, the alternative pop star showed her gratitude to her loyal fanbase by delivering a special announcement between songs. Martinez rose to fame after being featured on […]

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