Weekend Shows – Show Detective – April 21st-23rd
Written by Staff on April 20, 2023
Show Detective (Weekend Shows)
April 21st
Tool Tribute Band Schism, Empire Underground, Albany, 8pm
Sunbloc/Public Opinion/Who Decides/Only Sibling/Halo Bite, No Fun, Troy, 8pm – 11pm
The Wheel, Rustic Barn Pub, Troy, 8pm – 11pm
Music of The Grateful Dead and Beyond
TV Doctors w/ The National Anthem, Shawn Shafran, Kings of Nothing, Putnam Place, 7pm – 12:30am
Funk/Jam band, TV Doctors operates as a trio of experienced professional musicians from Upstate NY who have come together with a shared desire to cure musical boredom wherever it exists with surgical precision.
Website: www.facebook.com/TVDoctorsBand
The National Anthem is an alternative rock band based in Albany, NY and Boston, MA. Founded in 2022 by brothers Colby and Tristan Beach, the National Anthem looks to defy genres with its interesting blend of alt rock, indie, and more. The band recently released their new single, “Autumn”.
Website: www.thenationalanthemny.square.site
Shawn Shafran Shreds – After performing in 518 bands like Animal Math, Iudica and Project: Racecar for nearly the last decade, Shawn is now stepping out on his own as a solo guitarist. Expect an original and unique blend of instrumentals and lyrics with influences of Neo-Classical, Djent and Post HC – Modern Shred from one of 518’s up and coming best guitarists!
Website: www.facebook.com/shawnshafranshreds
The Kings of Nothing are a punk rock band from Albany.
Website: www.thekingsofnothing.bandcamp.com
House of Hamill, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 8pm – 10pm
Whether they’re ripping through a set of original jigs and reels, adding lush three-part harmonies into traditional folk ballads, or cracking up an audience with stories from the road, House of Hamill puts on a show that captivates audiences from the very first note. The band features Caroline Browning, Brian Buchanan and Rose Baldino of the Celtic folk-rock band Enter the Haggis.
The Pennsylvania-based band is a fixture on festival stages across the US, and have shared their music and stories on the country’s premier folk stages. Their version of “Pound a Week Rise” rose to #1 on the US Folk DJ charts, and the video for their all-violin cover of “Sweet Child O’ Mine” amassed over 16 million views on Facebook, where it was shared over 400,000 times. Their latest release, “Folk Hero,” captures perfectly the frenetic energy and eclecticism of their always engaging live show. It is a lively collection of original instrumentals, reimagined folk ballads, and new songs that showcase the trio’s versatility.
Stream this show live at caffelena.tv. Enjoy one week of access with your $5 live stream ticket.
Lady Byrd, The Thing, Pauly’s Hotel, Albany, 8pm
April 22nd
SaViON GLOVeR and The CeLeBRaTeD ORCHeST’DaNCE RA, The Egg, Albany, 8pm
Savion Glover is without a doubt the most influential – and innovative – tap dancer of his generation. A true force of nature, with unmatched choreographic and improvisational skills and explosive energy, Savion will create a cosmic village of sound translating the dance as truth through melodic perspective and move-meantz’ – accompanied by the ORCHeST’DaNCE RA – his company of hoofers and musicians.
Manticore – The Tribute to Emerson Lake and Palmer, The Linda, Albany, 8pm – 10pm
Manticore – the tribute to Emerson Lake & Palmer recreates the original sound of ELP live on stage and delivers a uniquely dynamic and bombastic performance that you won’t soon forget. There are less than a handful of ELP tributes in the world, due to the complexity and difficulty of the music and Manticore is the best there is.
This year is the 50th anniversary of the Brain Salad Surgery album and Manticore will be performing hits from this album, as well as traditional favorites like Lucky Man, Fanfare For The Common Man, Tarkus and more.
“Guaranteed to blow your head apart….you gotta see the show!”
Beethoven’s Ninth, Troy Music Hall, Troy, 7:30pm
David Allen Miller, Conductor | Anne Akiko Myers, Violin | Albany Pro Musica
Michael Daugherty: Blue Electra
Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 “Choral”
This concert will be the recording premiere of Michael Daugherty’s Blue Electra. This will be the Albany Symphony’s 3rd recording of Daugherty’s work, joining the ranks with Dreammachine and This Land Sings!
Houndmouth – Chartreuse and Chandeliers, Empire Live, Albany, 8pm – 11:30pm
No Fun: The Televisionaries/Les Green, No Fun, Troy, 7pm – 11pm
Whiskey Highway, Rustic Barn Pub, Troy, 8pm – 11pm
Country
Portyl w/ Oakum and Surrey Hill, Putnam Place, Saratoga Springs, 9:30pm – 1am
Indie Electronic producer Portyl (Tyler DeMartino) is a Saratoga Springs, NY native most known for his unique layering of electronic sounds over cinematic elements and nostalgic textures. This precise combination of sound creates a dynamic listening experience full of triumphant moments and dreamlike sequences. Glistening arps, large atmospheric soundscapes, and eclectic vocal chops create music defined by Portyl himself as “Adventure soundtrack music”.
Born and raised in Vancouver, a city on western side of Canada, OAKUM draws influence from the diverse landscapes surrounding the city such as its temperate rainforest, beaches, and lakes. His sound mixes feel good melodies, atmospheric textures, and driving rhythm into a combination of electronic, indie, and dance music.
Future Bass and Trap artist Surrey Hill (Michael Naclerio) is best known for his bright synths and heavy bass. Residing from Latham, NY, His songs and remixes are filled with thick saws, bright arpeggiators, and a heavy thumping kick that can fill any room with energy and emotion. With an expected EP release later this year, he said he’s most excited to “find my sound and to express my emotions in a new way.”
Folk Heritage Series: Cliff Eberhardt, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 8pm – 10pm
Cliff Eberhardt’s guitar and piano melodies range from pop to folk to old-style jazz, with lyrics that find fresh, incisive ways to address the familiar themes of life gone good and bad. From melancholy to sweet optimism, Cliffs songs are the product of a mature and tested performer with the highest level of craftsmanship. A driving force of the Greenwich Village New Folk movement and beloved by his peers, Cliff’s songs have been covered by Richie Havens, Buffy St. Marie, Erasure, Lucy Kaplansky and the folk superstar band “Cry, Cry, Cry” (Dar Williams, Richard Shindell, Lucy Kaplansky).
The Folk Heritage Series is made possible by the Charlie Pickett & Kathleen Rehl Endowment Fund.
Stream this show live at caffelena.tv. Enjoy one week of access with your $5 live stream ticket.
MOTORBIKE/ RHOSEWAY W/S/G BARBIE BARKER (OF CANDY AMBULANCE,) Hangar on the Hudson, Troy, 8pm – 10pm
MOTORBIKE
Saratoga Springs-native alt-rock full of soulful hooks on a pop platform with complex tones. Led by singer-songwriter Mike O’Donnell, performing music off 2019’s debut album “Victory Lap”, featuring production contributions by Wreckless Eric.
RHOSEWAY:
Albany, NY-based RHOSEWAY is the creative indie alt-rock solo project from singer-songwriter Rob Fleming. Recently released “Country Sunrise // Cloak & Dagger”, the third dual-single release, shaped by dense musical pairing of movements, melody, and dynamics.
BARBIE BARKER:
Troy-native Caitlin Barker’s solo project, stemming as the front woman of garage-pop trio Candy Ambulance. Eclectic and intimate music with a dynamic foundation not to be missed.
Boss Crowley, The Pine Boys, YORT, Pauly’s Hotel, Albany, 8pm
April 23rd
Beethoven’s Ninth Matinee, Troy Music Hall, Troy, 2:30pm
A Benefit for Marissa – Raffles/Vendors/Bands/More! No Fun, Troy, 8pm – 9pm
Some Rise! Fundraiser & Celebration of Life of Justin Kreider, Putnam Place, Saratoga Springs, 1pm – 7pm
Please join us for a family-friendly musical celebration and fundraiser honoring the life of Justin Kreider at Putnam Place. All funds raised will benefit his surviving family: wife Melissa and children Allie and Dylan. The event will feature live music by Waller Road and Dog Star Orchestra, as well as catering by local restaurants, a silent auction, raffles for gift baskets and a 50/50 raffle.
Justin was a frequent concertgoer in the jam band scene, an enthusiastic lover of the Grateful Dead and Phish, so we’re honoring his legacy by holding a live concert. Ken Kesey once said that, “No one reaches across the distance and puts their hands on your shoulder like the Grateful Dead!” We are lucky to belong to such an incredible and generous community and now is a moment to come together.
All friends, family, community members, music-lovers, and of course Phish and Deadheads from across the region – please join us to make this event a success and support Justin’s family. spread the word, or bring a friend. Reach out and let people know about the items that are being auctioned (soon to be posted!), there is going to be a lot of great stuff up, and people who may not be able to attend can still participate by reaching out to us through messenger. And for those friends who may be too far away to attend in person, we will be streaming the event live.
“Inspiration, move me brightly. Light the song with sense and color; Hold away despair. More than this I will not ask, faced with mysteries dark and vast, statements just seem vain at last. SOME RISE, some fall, some climb, to get to Terrapin.”
Waller Road performs all types of rock covers ranging from classic rock to today’s favorites. The band features Derik Hodson, Brett Roker, Dereck Buchner, Chad Jorgensen, Kenny Morgan and Mr. Paul Hodson.
Website: www.facebook.com/wallerroadband
Opera Saratoga Presents America Sings! Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 1pm – 2:15pm
AMERICA SINGS is a concert series that amplifies the voices of BIPOC artists, who have historically been underrepresented on the concert stage. Each event will feature a wide array of classical, jazz, and popular music. AMERICA SINGS concerts will be hosted in partnership with Caffè Lena, and will also be live-streamed to the public for free, but viewers are encouraged to contribute through a virtual donation to support both Opera Saratoga and this concert series.
Helena Colindres (they/them) is a nonbinary versatile vocalist, educator, and activist of Nawataketza ancestry. As a rising opera vocalist, they have performed roles such as die Königin from Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte, the Governess in Britten’s Turn of the Screw, Despina in Mozart’s Cosi fan tutte, Therese in Poulenc’s Les Mamelles di Tiresias, and recently made their professional debut as Winnie in Beecher’s Sky on Swings with Opera Saratoga. Additionally, they have won first place at various competitions such as the Camille Coloratura Awards and the Sylvia Green Voice Competition and are a member of the Pi Kappa Lambda Honors Association.
When they are not singing, they are sharing their knowledge with their community through their private voice studio. They are passionate about teaching voice through an anti-racist, anit-ableist, non-gendered, anatomy-based, cross-training approach that refuses to put styles of music into a hierarchy.
Helena graduated from the Peabody Conservatory with their MM in Voice and Pedagogy in May 2022. They also have a BM in Voice and a BA in Comparative American Studies with a concentration in Identity and Diversity from the Oberlin College and Conservatory and an AA in Latin American and Latinx studies as well as an AS in social sciences from City College of San Francisco. Born and raised on Yelamu Ohlone land to refugee parents, Helena is passionate about fighting for marginalized people and feels blessed that they get to build community through their art, teaching, and organizing everyday.
From string quartets and choir works to an Opera for guitars and cajon(a Peruvian drum), Johnny Gonzalez embraces every medium and genre with great zeal throughout his compositional endeavors as he strives towards authentic and meaningful connection between his music and audience. A recent graduate from Towson University of Baltimore with a Bachelor of Music, Gonzalez is an adamant composer at heart who also enjoys collaborations at the piano, seeing them as wonderful opportunities for workshopping and developing artistic rapport between composer and performer. Some of his latest works include the setting of romantic poems to music such as Byron’s “She Walks in Beauty” and Poe’s “Annabel Lee” for voice and piano. Other works include a set of therapeutic piano pieces entitled “Dreamscapes” and the orchestral chamber work “Masque of the Red Death” suite based on the short story of the same name. Having studied and taken courses in writing and dramaturgy, Gonzalez incorporates these skills into his text settings and lyric writing with many of his latest works featuring original lyrics and, currently, an original libretto for an all Spanish Opera. Born in Maryland, Gonzalez is both a proud American and son to immigrant parents hailing from El Salvador and Peru. Despite their limited-English proficiency, Gonzalez himself is fluent in both English and Spanish and boasts a rich heritage that can be seen reflected throughout his work.
Brubeck Brothers Quartet at Spa Little Theatre, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 7pm – 10pm
Comprised of brothers—and sons of jazz legend Dave Brubeck—Dan Brubeck (drums) and Chris Brubeck (bass, trombone) as well as Mike DeMicco (guitar) and Chuck Lamb (piano), The Brubeck Brothers Quartet is an exciting and dynamic group that showcases the best of “straight-ahead” jazz. Their concerts reveal an inherent ability to explore and play odd time signatures while naturally integrating the influences of funk, blues and world music. The group’s creativity, technique and improvisation can be heard in their uncompromising music, which reflects their dedication to melody, rhythm, culture and the spontaneous spirit of jazz.
With Chris Brubeck’s compositions as a vehicle, BBQ has collaborated with orchestras and chamber groups from around the world including the Singapore Chinese Orchestra, the Russian National Orchestra, the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra and more.
“The music is uniformly excellent in its composition, execution, and recording quality. Once again the BBQ attains that rarefield level where music is both relaxed and expressive, and their joy in its creation is contagious. There’s nothing out there that comes close to their unique blend of inventiveness.” -ALL ABOUT JAZZ, Dr. Judith Schlesinger
Dan Berggren: An Earth Day Concert Celebrating 50 Years of Performing, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 7pm – 9pm
Dan Berggren is a tradition-based songsmith with Adirondack roots who writes with honesty, humor and a strong sense of place. Rooted in mountain tradition and enviro-awareness, his songs explore the many dimensions of home, hard-working folks, taking care of our planet and each other – and Dan weaves them all together with humor and stories of community.
This concert celebrates Earth Day and his 50th year of performing, with over 20 albums of traditional and fresh acoustic folk under his belt. As author and activist Bill McKibben says, “Dan is a throwback to the old role of the folk singer . . . he’s articulating things that need to be said right now.”
Stream this show live at caffelena.tv. Enjoy one week of access with your $5 live stream ticket.
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