The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation announced that Fela Kuti will be inducted into the 2026 class, making the late Nigerian musician, activist and Afrobeat pioneer the first African solo artist to receive the honor. Kuti will be recognized with the Early Influence Award at the induction ceremony at the Peacock Theater in […]
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The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation announced its full 2026 class on Monday, April 13, with 19 inductees spanning performer, early influence, musical excellence and Ahmet Ertegun Award categories. New York artists Wu-Tang Clan and Luther Vandross headline the Empire State contingent. The ceremony takes place Saturday, Nov. 14 at the Peacock Theater […]
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This past Wednesday, April 15, Snail Mail brought their latest tour in support of their new album, Ricochet, to Brooklyn Paramount. A staple in the indie rock scene and no stranger to Brooklyn, Snail Mail returned to a packed room of devoted fans this past Wednesday. The tour follows the release of Ricochet, the band s […]
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After a long process that began in May 2024, when the Department of Justice (DOJ) and 39 states filed a lawsuit against Live Nation and Ticketmaster for having a monopoly over the live music industry, a federal court jury finally found Live Nation to be an illegal monopoly. The DOJ and states involved made the […]
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The University at Buffalo Center for the Arts will open its doors to the public on Tuesday, April 28 for its annual Spring Into Art event, a vibrant showcase of creativity spanning performance, visual art, and interactive experiences. Running from 5 to 7 p.m., the event is free and invites both the UB community and Western New […]
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Big Shrimp, in coordination with Sage Entertainment and Moe Town, has announced the inaugural Camp Scampi, a three-stage music, food, and arts festival set to take place August 28 29, 2026 at Moe Town Music Venue in Addison, New York. Blending nationally touring acts with standout regional talent, Camp Scampi is designed as a high-energy weekend […]
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Patty Griffin, a 2x Grammy-award-winning-singer-songwriter, has announced her North American summer tour. The tour includes 4 NY dates in Woodstock, Katonah, Port Washington, and New York City. Patty Griffin is an acclaimed and celebrated artist. Last year, she was Grammy-nominated for her 11th studio collection, Crown of Roses. She is known for her music drifting […]
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Reggae legend Burning Spear returns to New York for two nights at Brooklyn Bowl on April 18 and 19. Doors open at 6 p.m., with the show beginning at 8 p.m. This is a 21+ event, and a valid photo ID is required. In addition to a night of live music, $1 from each ticket […]
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Sue Horowitz has shared an upcoming 13-track collection, Rainy Nights and Rearview Windows, set to release on April 15th. The collection aims to embrace reflection, resilience, and the quiet stories that have shaped us over time. Horowitz is a singer-songwriter based in New York. In addition, Horowitz spends a lot of her time leading workshops […]
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On Saturday, April 25th, Golden Oldies Spectacular will come to Proctors Theatre to present six legendary acts who were extremely influential in the American pop and Rock world. The event will include countless hit songs, remembering the iconic foundation of American Pop and Rock in the 1960s. Performers include The Duprees, Jay Siegel s Tokens, Brian […]
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