Breaking Benjamin Connection With Their Fans Runs Deep at Darien Lake
Breaking Benjamin brought more than 20 years of rock, nostalgia hits to Darien Lake Amphitheater on September 10. Joined by Kami Kehoe, Starset and…
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Melissa Etheridge Helps the NYS Fair Crowd Rise With a Powerful Performance
Melissa Etheridge proved once again why her music continues to resonate, bringing powerful vocals, beloved hits and plenty of heart to the NYS Fair…
Rain, Rock and ‘Divorced Dad Rock’: Hinder at the NYS Fair
By Renee Clark Quade Rainy, chilly weather didn’t keep Hinder fans away from Chevy Court at the Great New York State Fair on Monday,…
Violent Femmes Bring Quirky, Danceable Chaos to the New York State Fair
Violent Femmes brought their quirky, offbeat sound to the Suburban Park Stage at the New York State Fair Friday night, giving fans a show…
The All-American Rejects Light Up Suburban Park Stage on Opening Night at the New York State Fair
REVIEW AND PHOTOGRAPHS BY NADINE SWIGER The All-American Rejects kicked off the New York State Fair in a big way, drawing roughly 36,000 fans…
Josh Groban Blends Broadway, Hollywood and Disney With the Rochester Philharmonic at CMAC
Josh Groban brought something truly special to the stage, blending the power of opera with the heart of Broadway, the magic of Disney and…
Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms & Spin Doctors Keep the Music Alive at CMAC
Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms and Spin Doctors brought decades of hits and incredible musicianship to CMAC, proving that their staying power is about far…
The Boxmasters Prove the Fun Is Still Very Much Alive at Lincoln Hill Farms
By James QuadePhotos by Renee Clark Quade An early afternoon show isn’t exactly The Boxmasters’ preferred setting. The band joked throughout their July 31…
20 Years Strong: Five Finger Death Punch Blends Crushing Riffs with Genuine Connection In Syracuse
Five Finger Death Punch celebrated two decades of heavy music in Syracuse with a night full of powerful performances, emotional moments, and genuine connection…
Caamp Turns a Storm-Delayed Night at CMAC Into One Worth Waiting For
What began as a storm-filled evening with lightning, pouring rain, and an hour-long delay turned into one of CMAC’s most memorable nights of the…