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That Trio Delivers Big Sound in a Small Package Words and Photography by Stephanie J Bartik. I showed up early—so I thought—to photograph a show. I heard music as I left my car. My first thought: “I’m late!” The male vocal was powerful, the rhythm locked in tight, and the vibe full and polished. But […]
Legacy Pays Rocking Tribute to Foreigner & Journey at Gloversville Moose Lodge Words and Photography by Stephanie J Bartik. GLOVERSVILLE, NY (Jan. 11, 2025) — The heat was high and the air thick with summer humidity, but that didn’t stop Legacy: A Tribute to Foreigner & Journey from electrifying the Gloversville Moose Lodge with an […]
Rock the Block Blazes with Back in Black Words and Photography by Stephanie J Bartik. Cohoes, New York – The summer heat wasn’t the only thing turning up the temperature Thursday night in Canal Square. On July 10, Rock the Block welcomed Back in Black, the legendary AC/DC tribute band out of Massachusetts, and they brought […]
New York-based Arms Reach was founded in 2023. Led by charismatic lead vocalist J. Brown (age 18), and accompanied by guitarist Zach Lane (age 19), drummer Keith Segalini (age 16), and bassist Maxx Steele Deane (age 16), Arms Reach’s songwriting shows much promise The group has a growing fan base. They recently played Daryl’s House, […]
Mister Wonderful is a band that was formed in 2017 in Harrison, NY, and is signed to Kivel Records. Their latest album, “New Religion,” was released in June 2023. Stylistically, they are in the vein of powerhouse bands like Badfinger, the Babys, and Cheap Trick. They recently headlined a show at Daryl’s House in Pawling, […]
The Albany Rock Pit Showcase Band got the 4th of July Celebration moving early with a spirited performance underneath the Egg. Photography by Stephanie J Bartik. More from the New York State 4th of July Celebration here …
Conehead Buddha kicked off the musical entertainment at this year’s 4th of July Celebration for New York State at the Empire State Plaza. Photography by Stephanie J Bartik. More from Conehead Buddha here …
RadioRadioX celebrated its 7th Anniversary last Saturday. McGeary’s hosted and the Albany Rock Pit provided the entertainment. The sizeable crowd was in good spirits from start to finish. Photography by Stephanie J Bartik. More coverage of the anniversary here …
The Wall That Heals Visits Troy: A Tribute Long Overdue Words and Photography by Stephanie J Bartik. This weekend in Troy, New York, the quiet grounds of La Salle Institute were transformed into a place of remembrance, reflection, and long-awaited recognition. From June 5 to June 8, the Collar City hosts The Wall That Heals, […]
KISS tribute band KISSTORY brought all the theatrics to the Glove Theatre on Friday night. Photography by Stephanie J Bartik. More from the Glove Theatre …
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