Photos by Christopher De Cotis Amid a circus of DJs, 20-somethings with computers and dubstep bands, the art of live electronica has been lost. The creation of electronic dance music by a band and not solely on a computer, is an art form few have mastered. Kraftwerk, Justice, Simon Posford, The Chemical Brothers, Sound Tribe [...]
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Interview with Marc Brownstein of The Disco Biscuits and Conspirator
Posted by PhanArt Pete Mason on April 30, 2012
http://upstatelive.wordpress.com/2012/04/30/interview-with-marc-brownstein-of-the-disco-biscuits-and-conspirator/
The Heavy Pets 4/12/12 Syracuse, NY Show Review
The Heavy Pets dropped by Westcott Street this past Thursday and damn, it was a good time! With plenty of space to move around, the crowd took in a solid batch of jams by the 5-piece from Florida, enjoying the sunshine they brought with them. Unbeknownst to me, the group has ties to Syracuse University, [...]
Posted by Instant Classic Records on April 27, 2012
http://upstatelive.wordpress.com/2012/04/27/the-heavy-pets-41212-syracuse-ny-show-review/
“Greg’s 10″ Interview with… Liz Berlin of RUSTED ROOT!
Rusted Root has been turning their performances into sweaty, sticky joy since 1990. I’m convinced the group could get the guards of the Royal Palace bobbing their heads in unison with their infectious rhythms and happy melodies. Still riding a huge wave of sustained popularity after their 1994 album “When I Woke,” Rusted Root is [...]
Posted by Instant Classic Records on April 25, 2012
http://upstatelive.wordpress.com/2012/04/25/gregs-10-interview-with-liz-berlin-of-rusted-root/
“Greg’s 10″ Interview with… Sim Redmond Band
Ithaca, NY based Sim Redmond Band is something to behold. Formed in 1999, the 6-piece have traveled many miles to bring their distinctive sound and positive energy to eager fans. The group’s unique blend of Roots/Afro-Caribbean/Reggae is a strong statement of how lively and diverse our local music scene really is. Offering strong rhythm, wonderful [...]
Posted by Instant Classic Records on April 24, 2012
http://upstatelive.wordpress.com/2012/04/24/gregs-10-interview-with-sim-redmond-band/
Suckers “Candy Salad” out today!
Ohh Brooklyn… Your ability to churn out Indie bands is astonishing. Undoubtedly attempting to cater to the Bedford/Lorimer L stop crowd, Suckers have come up with 10 synthy, bouncy tracks certain to come as fast as they go, but with a smile. Don’t like my rationale? Write your own review. Hey, this is what happens [...]
Posted by Instant Classic Records on April 24, 2012
http://upstatelive.wordpress.com/2012/04/24/suckers-candy-salad-out-today/
Americana in Albany: The Avett Brothers and Eastbound Jesus
Albany’s best kept secret, East Bound Jesus, started a rainy and windy day playing a free show at Jillians of Albany for a packed house prior to The Avett Brothers taking the stage a few blocks north at The Palace Theater on Sunday April 22nd. The fans that came looking for free music and respite [...]
Posted by PhanArt Pete Mason on April 23, 2012
http://upstatelive.wordpress.com/2012/04/23/americana-in-albany-the-avett-brothers-and-eastbound-jesus/
Trampled By Turtles “Stars and Satellites” Album Review.
I am really beginning to dive into bluegrass music these days. Something about its sound and flow is so pure and honest. Even the saddest of tracks can take you to a far away place where things are going to wind up ok in the end. Trampled By Turtles, a 5 piece from [...]
Posted by Instant Classic Records on April 17, 2012
http://upstatelive.wordpress.com/2012/04/17/trampled-by-turtles-stars-and-satellites-album-review/
Trampled By Turtles Interview, playing THIS THURSDAY in Syracuse!!!
Still wildly hot after their highly praised SXSW performances, Trampled By Turtles is making their way to our city in just over a week! With a (spectacular) new album fresh off the presses, I have a feeling this band is going to exponentially increase their fan base this year … Bluegrass lovers take heed. Trampled [...]
Posted by Instant Classic Records on April 17, 2012
http://upstatelive.wordpress.com/2012/04/17/trampled-by-turtles-interview-playing-this-thursday-in-syracuse/
Sister Sparrow and the Dirty Birds at The Putnam Den
Arleigh Kincheloe and her band of eight Dirty Birds returned to The Putnam Den on Friday the 13th after a successful Kickstarter campaign for a new tour bus, which was parked on display outside, new digs for a band that has grown immensely in the past three years. Having seen them for the first time [...]
Posted by PhanArt Pete Mason on April 15, 2012
http://upstatelive.wordpress.com/2012/04/15/sister-sparrow-and-the-dirty-birds-at-the-putnam-den/
The Return of Conehead Buddha
Conehead Buddha – Revival show 4/6/12 @ Valentines – Albany written by Phanart Pete Mason pics by Andrew Hill Kicking off a weekend of celebration for Albany promoter Greg Bell who commemorates 20 years of bringing the best of live music to Albany, classic jamband and homegrown talent Conehead Buddha took to the stage of [...]
Posted by PhanArt Pete Mason on April 14, 2012
http://upstatelive.wordpress.com/2012/04/14/the-return-of-conehead-buddha/
