Show Detective – Weekend Shows – Fri, May 26th – Sun, May 28th
Written by Staff on May 26, 2023
Show Detective
Friday, May 26th
Antje Duvekot – Women’s Voices Concert Series, The Linda, Albany, 8pm
with special guest Girl Love.
Former Rolling Stone music editor Dave Marsh says: “This is a brilliant, brilliant album. I have had this reaction once in the last 10 years and that was the first time I heard Patty Griffin.”
Antje Duvekot has solidified her reputation as one of Boston’s top singer songwriters with “Big Dream Boulevard” her debut studio release and “the Near Demise of the Highwire Dancer” and “New Siberia” her follow-up albums. The debut CD was produced by Seamus Egan, founder of the Irish super group, SOLAS and the project was released on songwriter Ellis Paul’s label and quickly attracted international attention for Antje. It was voted “#1 Folk Release of 2006” by the Boston Globe and was named to the “Top10 Releases of the Year” by National Public Radio’s, Folk Alley. Her follow up albums “the Near Demise of the Highwire Dancer” and “New Siberia” were produced by Richard Shindell and along side with Richard feature other “folk royalty” such as John Gorka, Lucy Kaplancky and Mark Erelli.
Zach Bryan, MVP Arena, Albany, 8pm
The Burn, Burn, Burn, Tour with special guest Trampled by Turtles
KOFI BAKER’S CREAM FAITH Playing Music of Cream and Blind Faith, Empire Underground, Albany, 8pm
The Bread Aisle Presents – The Fuze Box Showcase, Fuze Box, Albany, 8:30pm-11:30pm
This is gonna be a dope event with some dope artists performing some of their best music LIVE!
Come check us out, get some drinks and vibe out to everything from HipHop and RnB to Afro-Beat! The energy in the building is going to be CRAZY!
You don’t want to miss this one!
Old School R&B Night, Lark Hall, Albany, 8pm
Join us for an Old School R & B Event Friday, May 26th. Doors open at 8pm. 30 and over event.
Starts on Friday, May 26 · 8pm EDT
DJ Wise, Beverly House of Events & WMBK Entertainment LLC present Old School R & B Night, Friday May 26th from 8pm -1am.
30 and over event.
The E-Block w/ House of Saturn, OTOBO, Putnam Place, Saratoga Springs, 8pm-11:45pm
The E-Block is a 5-piece indie R&B band based in Upstate New York, blending the acoustic warmth of singer-songwriter music with an ice-cold rhythm section informed by modern R&B. Led by guitarist Luke Pascarella, saxophonist James Soren and keyboardist Devin Tetlak, the band’s deep bag of influences and free-flowing style have earned them a reputation as a unique live act in the Upstate New York scene.
Website: www.eblockband.com
Captain Fun Listening Hour, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, Noon-1pm
May Music Presented by
Michael Lambert / 5-26-23
June: Women’s Music
from the 70s & 80s / 6-30-23
All are welcome to gather at Lena’s from Noon to 1 PM on the last Friday of each month to enjoy musical memories and new discoveries. The playlist is selected by a different community member each month from the Captain Fun Listening Library of vinyl records in Lena’s lobby. Chuck “Rochmon” Vosganian spins the records and gets the conversation flowing. Bring a brown bag lunch. Coffee and tea are provided.
The Captain Fun Listening Library occupying the north wall in the Caffè Lena lobby is comprised of 1,516 vinyl albums and several hundred CDs selected from Al “Captain Fun” McKenney’s expertly curated collection. This treasure trove of folk, blues and jazz was left us in 2015 and we share it through our monthly listening hour, as Al wished. Enjoy the memories these records bring back, and dig deep into American roots music.
The Eastern Highs, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 8pm-10pm
Take a sonic trip with these bluesy, jazzy, dream-pop rock ’n roll craftsmen, with a rich synergistic musical chemistry
Get elevated by the lush soundscape of The Eastern Highs! The group, comprised of pianist and vocalist Kirk Juhas, guitarist Chris Sullivan, bassist Ken Juhas and drummer Greg Nash combine classic and modern sounds that owe as much to the roots/Americana flavor of The Band and Wilco as it does the cosmic sounds of some of rock’s leading sonic architects like Pink Floyd and Radiohead. Inspired by Nina Simone, The Beatles, Johnny Cash and other roots and soul-based artists, The Eastern Highs bring a sound that is focused on strong songwriting with touches of alternative, soul & folk influences. Collectively, they have performed with the likes of Moe., Jewel, Derek Trucks, P-Funk, John Medeski, Les Claypool, David Grisman, Rusted Root, Method Man and Bob Weir. Musically, the band bridges a broad map that links diverse influences from classic jazz to dream-pop. Kirk Juhas’ bluesy, tenacious voice translates complex emotions into heartfelt lyrics. Sullivan on guitar unleashes a distinct roar that is both clean and dirty, earthy and stratospheric. The tight rhythm section of bass and drums can dig in on a deep-grooved pocket one minute, before launching the band into an auditory exploration the next. Throw in a jazz vibe, straightforward songwriting and a touch of whimsy, and you have an experience that is uniquely The Eastern Highs. One fan raves: “The harmonies and melodies are absolutely fantastic. This sh** just makes you wanna crank the speakers as high as they’ll go!!”
Bandit Queen of Sorrows / Caity Gallagher / Hold On Honeys / James Mullen, No Fun, Troy, 7pm-11pm
Friday, May 26 · 7 – 11pm EDT
Bandit Queen of Sorrows – https://foxybluesrecords.bandcamp.com
Hold On Honeys – https://holdonhoneys.bandcamp.com
James Mullen – https://mullen.bandcamp.com
Caity Gallagher
Saturday, May 27th
Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy – NEW DATE, The Egg, Albany, 7:30pm
Part of the Rhythm International Series
Two of the world’s most celebrated fiddlers, Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy perform “Visions from Cape Breton and Beyond”- melding their individual styles into a whirlwind of sounds from Canada, Ireland and the United States. Joined by their band, it’s always a family affair when the reigning couple of Celtic music bring along their fiddling, clog dancing children for an evening traditional and contemporary music.
Pretty Much the Best Comedy Show – Jim Tews, Proctors Theatre, Schenectady, 8pm
Jim Tews was born and raised in Allentown, Pennsylvania. He joined the U.S. Coast Guard after high school and was stationed in Cleveland where he started stand-up comedy. After completing his enlistment and going to college, he moved to New York City to work as a comedian and writer. When the pandemic hit, while stuck inside, Jim taught himself to animate. He currently works as an independent animator and writer and is again regularly leaving the house to perform standup.
Jim has performed all over the U.S., and even in a few foreign countries. He’s been a part of several notable comedy festivals including San Francisco Sketchfest and Just For Laughs Montreal. His two live albums debuted in the top three comedy titles on the iTunes charts, and both receive regular play on satellite radio. He’s appeared on NBC, FX, and more. He continues to perform mostly in New York but is willing to travel to whatever other cities, states, or countries will have him.
In addition to his critically acclaimed standup comedy albums, his book, “Felines of New stork,” became a New York Times Bestseller.
Fallen Youth, Fuze Box, Albany, 7pm-10:30pm
KICK OFF YOUR SUMMER! May 27th at Fuze Box in Albany “FALLEN YOUTH” with their BEST SHOW YET!
Bingo With The Queens: Bingo, Karaoke & Drag Show, Putnam Place, Saratoga Springs, 8pm-12pm
Saratoga Pride presents a night of drag queens, drinks, bingo, karaoke, food and more at Putnam Place.
The evening will feature multiple rounds of bingo followed by drag queen performances and karaoke. Seating will be first come, first served, so please arrive with your entire party if you would all like to sit together. As space is limited, you may be seated with another party.
Zarria Davenport is the one and only transgender Afro-Latina entertainer in the Capital Region. Priding herself on poise and entertainment value, Zarria is continuing the legacy of the trans entertainers before her. Zarria brings that old-school performance with a new-school look and touch.
Stella Progress is a queen from the Capital Region who will lip sync the house down while serving you a look! Whether she is hosting karaoke, giving it to you at a brunch, or performing a ballad on stage at your favorite club, Stella always gets the crowd going!
Saratoga Pride is a network of LGBTQ community members and allies dedicated to:
Fostering connections among Saratoga area LGBTQ community members and visitors.
Enhancing the visibility of the LGBTQ community in Saratoga and the surrounding region.
Recognizing local businesses and organizations that welcome the LGBTQ community.
Increasing awareness of LGBTQ-owned and inclusive businesses and services in the region.
The Slambovian Circus of Dreams – Unplugged!, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 8pm-10:30pm
Explore the depths of Americana one trippy tune at a time with Woodstock-tinged psychedelia, southern rock, roots, folk + blues – unplugged!
Where exactly is Slambovia? Maybe it’s an island that lived in David Bowie’s head. Maybe it’s an archipelago floating in Leonard Cohen’s retired pen. Wherever it is, Caffè Lena invites you to take a peek behind the Slambovian Curtain and experience the creative engine behind the band in this rare and intimate “unplugged” performance by the founding members. Voted “Best Band of 2022” in their home state of New York by Chronogram Magazine, Charismatic frontman, Joziah presides center-ring with vocals that are as soothing and bewitching as a snake oil tonic, joined onstage by founding bandmates Tink (accordion, cello, mandolin, flute) and the guitar-slinging skills of Sharkey McEwen. Hear rarely performed songs with elements of Dylan, Bowie, Incredible String Band, Syd Barrett and The Waterboys, from their deep catalog, and from their latest project A Very Unusual Head – among the “Best Albums of 2022” according to Rock’n’Reel Magazine, UK.“Like a snowball full of heart and unabashed beauty with songs of hope and resistant joy” (Jambase.com), Slambovia may not be on a map, but you can still visit the Circus of Dreams on May 27. Something surreal this way comes!
Airiel / Laveda / Cørdyceps, No Fun, Troy, 7pm-11pm
Airiel – https://airiel.bandcamp.com
Active since the late ’90s, Airiel’s ambitious brand of spacy, wistful dream pop has earned a small but dedicated following. The Chicago-based group’s lush washes of effects-heavy guitars and yearning vocals bring to mind U.K. shoegaze acts like Kitchens of Distinction and Ride as well as American indie songwriters like Bob Mould.
Laveda – https://lavedamusic.bandcamp.com
Genre blending dream pop/rock outfit Laveda set nostalgic and cinematic moods with a 90’s-esque sound reminiscent of The Sundays and My Bloody Valentine. Unlike popular bands of the shoegaze revival movement, Laveda maintain polished pop vocal performances similar to artists such as Beach House and Billie Eilish.
U.M.G. Presents Rick Contract Challenge, Pauly’s Hotel, Albany, 7pm
Featuring Hotboa Kai, So Sincere, Tae the Don, Tash P, and Cloudnine
Sunday, May 28th
Happy Traum and Friends!- Live at The Linda! The Linda, Albany, 7:30pm-10pm
WAMC’s LIVE AT THE LINDA LIVE hosted by Peter Hughes broadcasts live on WAMC – Northeast Public Radio from our performing arts studio – “The Linda.” You can be in the live studio audience for the outstanding show we’re calling “IF YOU”RE HAPPY AND YOU KNOW IT” with Happy Traum featuring Cindy Cashdollar, Jay Ungar and Molly Mason.
Happy Traum is a much-loved and admired folk singer, writer, teacher, recording artist and first-rate fingerstyle guitarist. He was a student of blues guitar legend Brownie McGhee, who was a major influence on his picking style. Happy has played in concerts, clubs and festivals throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, Australia and Japan, both solo and with his late brother, Artie Traum, with whom he performed for more than 40 years.
Happy has also appeared and/or recorded with Bob Dylan, Levon Helm, John Sebastian, Larry Campbell, Eric Andersen, Allen Ginsberg and and many other major figures in the folk music world. As one of America’s best-known guitar instructors, he has taught at major guitar workshops throughout the country; is the author of more than a dozen best-selling guitar instruction books; and has produced more than 600 music lessons on DVDs, CDs and downloads for his internationally-renowned company, Homespun Music Instruction, which he co-founded with his wife, Jane, in 1967. His most recent CD, “Just For the Love of It,” received a four-star review from Rolling Stone
>*-Empire Live
Declan McKenna – The Big Return, Empire Live, Albany, 8pm
Oracle Sisters
COL Kinky Sketch & Sip, Fuze Box, Albany, 4:30pm-7pm
We return to our normally scheduled program with Judas Vesper teaching you how to capture sketches and work your pieces… of artwork!
We return to our normally scheduled program with Judas Vesper teaching you how to capture sketches and work your pieces… of artwork you dirty bird.
Some come learn to draw with kinky models doing kinky things to keep you sketching every line and wanting every detail.
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