Show Detective – Weekend Shows – 6/7 – 6/9

Show Detective.

Friday, June 7^th

Live & Local at The Linda – Hold On Honeys and Amanda Case, The Linda, Albany, 7:30pm-10pm

This month – Hold on Honeys – A folk-influenced acoustic band offering tight-knit harmonies to nourish the soul & invigorate the senses.
and Amanda Case!

Exciting news for local music fans! WAMC, and WEXT are teaming up to launch “Live and Local at The Linda,” a new monthly concert series with a mission to showcase the up-and-coming standout local bands in the Capital Region.
“These groups represent the rich and varied music scene we have here in the Capital Region, and they’re sure to put on a great show,” says Chris Wienk, WEXT.

Palace Sessions Live w/ Glass Pony, The Palace Theatre, Albany, 7:30pm

Join us in the Grand Lobby of the Palace Theatre for a Free Live Performance with Glass Pony! This performance is Free and Open to the Public (while tickets last) and will be filmed live for a future airing of the Palace Sessions.

Encapsulating influences stretching across decades from psychedelic and jam-focused rock, to funk, post-punk, and even modern indie and post-rock, the Albany, New York collective Glass Pony offer a sound that truly translates through generations, with a stylistic blend built to engage a broad listenership. With a focus squarely set on delivering the most captivating live performance possible, the band utilizes infectiously danceable grooves colored with virtuosic individual performances that deftly blend into a cohesive whole. To accentuate their creative songwriting, they place a great value on improvisation and fluid set lists that change from show to show. The band is comprised of Chanda Dewey (drums), Eddie Hotaling (guitar, lead vocals), Jeff Picarazzi (bass), and Greg Pittz (lead guitar). If you’re seeking an experience that dives much deeper than the usual rigidly-arranged performance, hop on and enjoy the ride.

HARDY, SPAC, Saratoga Springs, 6:45pm

Back to the Future: The Musical, Proctors Theatre, Schenectady

Great Scott! Back to the Future, the beloved, cinematic classic is now a Broadway musical with its destination set for Schenectady in 2024. Winner of the 2022 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, four WhatsOnStage Awards, including Best New Musical, and the Broadway World Award for Best New Musical, Back to the Future: The Musical is adapted for the stage by the iconic film’s creators Bob Gale (Back to the Future trilogy) and Robert Zemeckis (Forrest Gump) and directed by the Tony Award®-winner John Rando with original music by multi-Grammy® winners Alan Silvestri (Avengers: Endgame) and Glen Ballard (Michael Jackson’s “Man in the Mirror”), alongside hit songs from the movie including “The Power of Love,” “Johnny B. Goode,” “Earth Angel,” and “Back in Time.” When Marty McFly finds himself transported back to 1955 in a time machine built by the eccentric scientist Doc Brown, he accidentally changes the course of history. Now he’s in a race against time to fix the present, escape the past, and send himself… back to the future. When Back to the Future hits 88mph, it’ll change musical theatre history forever.

Mullett, Universal Preservation Hall, Saratoga Springs

For over a decade now, Mullett has proven themselves time and time again to be THE premier rockers for hair band fanatics and lovers of Rock ‘n’ Roll all over the world. By delivering the best of the 1980’s in big bair and faithful renditions, Mullett recreates the vibe of those times with unrivaled passion and conviction. From corporate functions and private parties to college campuses, theaters, nightclubs and casinos, Mullett has the unique ability to ROCK and captivate their audience with the sights and sounds of the Glam Band era. Mullett fans agree; this is the closest anyone can get to classic Van Halen, Def Leppard, Bon Jovi, Journey and Poison without hitting 88 mph in a tricked-out DeLorean. Catch Mullett at UPH and let the 80’s live forever!

Cherish Belly Dance Presents: The Bijou Adult variety Show – 18+ Only Event, Empire Underground, Albany, 8pm

Belly Dance, Burlesque, Drag & More!!

 

Kathy Mattea Close Up, Cohoes Music Hall, Cohoes, 7:30pm-9:30pm

Country, Bluegrass and Folk Music Legend Kathy Mattea graces the stage of the Cohoes Music Hall as the next guest in Kevin Richards’ ‘Close Up’ Series. Hailed by The Washington Post as “One Of Nashville’s Finest Song Interpreters”, the Grammy & CMA Winner best known for songs like ’18 Wheels & A Dozen Roses’ ‘Where’ve You Been’ ‘Come From The Heart’ and ‘Time Passes By’ will deliver a heartfelt night of stories and songs. In addition to becoming the host of NPR’s ‘Mountain Stage’, Mattea is a longtime favorite on Country Radio, The stage of the Grand Ole Opry, and is one of Country Music’s trailblazing ‘Women Of Country’!

The Hammerhead Horns, Rustic Barn Pub, Troy, 7pm-10pm

The Hammerhead Horns are a quartet of old friends who convene to perform old-timey blues, ragtime and honkytonk with Piano, Drums, Trumpet and Trombone.

First Friday Happy Hour at The Eleven with Nickopotamus (FREE Show), Lark Hall, Albany, 6pm

An eclectic juggernaut, Nickopotamus combines elements of rock, jam, funk, punk, groove, and zydeco to provide the listener with a visceral experience that will leave them singing along. Nickopotamus is a good-time/high energy live band that has been known to have just as much fun on stage as their fans do. Hailing from Albany, NY this 4 piece band is led by song writer/ guitarist Nick Souder.

Karaoke Night, Lost and Found, Albany, 9:30pm

Anime Rave – DJ Revy / DJ 2nd Child / Bitchin’ Betty, No Fun, Troy, 7pm-11pm

From “Bar People.”

6/7 1:00 PM IMI Band Saratoga Race Course

6/7 1:00 PM IMI Band Saratoga Race Course

6/7 1:00 PM Red Hot Dancers — Strolling Saratoga Race Course

6/7 1:00 PM Reggie’s Red Hot Feetwarmers … Strolling Saratoga Race Course

6/7 12:00 PM Upstate Bluegrass Band … Strolling Saratoga Race Course

6/7 2:00 PM Circus of The Dead Nanola

6/7 5:00 PM Gianna Robustiano Frog Alley Brewing

6/7 5:30 PM Frankie Lessard Bootleggers

6/7 5:30 PM Rob Aronstein Wishing Well

6/7 6:00 PM Chris Carey & Tim Wechgelaer Cock & Bull

6/7 6:00 PM Chris Dollard Prime at Saratoga National

6/7 6:00 PM Dan Dekalb 677 Prime

6/7 6:00 PM DJ Tomb Sunset Sips at Rivers Casino

6/7 6:00 PM Don Hoffman Spa City Tap & Barrel

6/7 6:00 PM George Krakat Powers Pub

6/7 6:00 PM Had The Radish Inn at Saratoga

6/7 6:00 PM Harmoney Rocks Carsons Woodside Tavern

6/7 6:00 PM Harmonic Duo Saratoga Winery

6/7 6:00 PM Jacksland Hilton Garden Inn,,, 30Park

6/7 6:00 PM Joe Adee & The Lug Nuts S&S farm Brewery

6/7 6:00 PM Jukebox Rebellion Fasig Tipton

6/7 6:00 PM Kyle Loucks Bunker Mohawk River

6/7 6:00 PM Nickopotamus Eleven at Lark Hall

6/7 6:00 pm Pat Decker The Scarlet Knife

6/7 6:00 PM Sean Lyons Bunker North Greenbush

6/7 6:00 PM The Ultimates’s The Bunker Saratoga

6/7 6:30 PM Brain Medicine Artisanal Brew Works

6/7 6:30 PM Jeff Stein Other One Brewery

6/7 6:30 PM Steve Candlen Diamond Club at Embassy Suites

6/7 7:00 PM Andy Baker O’Slattery’s

6/7 7:00 PM Anime Rave / DJ Revy / Bitchin’ Betty No Fun

6/7 7:00 PM Dan Sherwin Dukes Chophouse At Rivers Casino

6/7 7:00 PM Grit n Whiskey Dock Browns Tavern

6/7 7:00 PM Jeff Walton Principessa Elena

6/7 7:00 PM Jeffrey Halstead Panza’s Saratoga

6/7 7:00 PM Lifeline Kraverie

6/7 7:00 PM Matty D Bye I Brewery

6/7 7:00 PM Peter Keller Cherry Plain Square #17

6/7 7:00 PM Phil Drum Finnigans on The Lake

6/7 7:00 PM Rich Clements Band Druthers Clifton Park

6/7 7:00 PM Soul Provider Daley’s On Crooked Lake

6/7 7:00 PM The Wreckless Duo Peddlers Bar & Bistro

6/7 7:00 PM Trevor Braymer Bourbon Room

6/7 7:30 PM Hold On Honeys wsg Amanda Case The Linda

6/7 7:30 PM Mullett Universal Preservation Halll

6/7 7PM Hammerhead Horns at Rustic Barn Pub

6/7 8:00 PM DJ ExPd Misfit

6/7 8:00 PM E Block The Ky McClinton Band Ophelias on Broadway

6/7 8:00 PM Eric Walentowicz Quartet Nine Maple

6/7 8:00 PM Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams Caffe Lena

6/7 8:00 PM Sugar Pill Druthers Saratoga

6/7 8:00 PM Ugly Hummus Saratoga City Tavern

6/7 8:30 PM The Refrigerators Frog Alley Brewing

6/7 8PM Kilashandra at The Parting Glass

6/7 9:00 PM DJ Marty Rock & DJ Trumastr & DJ TSwag The Night Owl

6/7 9:00 PM Jukebox Rebellion Van Slycks at Rivers Casino

6/7 9:00 PM Ten Most Wanted Vapor

6/7 9:00 PM The Dude Abides Centre St. Pub

6/7 9:00 PM Wide Awake Spa City Tap & Barrel

Saturday, June 8^th

An Evening with Amy Speace, The Linda, Albany, 8pm-10pm

Heralded by Rolling Stone and Billboard Magazine, Amy Speace is one of contemporary folk and Americana music’s leading voices of the new generation. Lauded by mentors Judy Collins, Tom Paxton and Janis Ian, as well as the songwriting community in Nashville, her songs have been recorded by Judy Collins, Red Molly, Sid Selvidge among others. After 20 years of touring, she has played concerts all across the US and Europe and has graced stages from Glastonbury Festival, Cambridge Folk Festival in the UK to Rocky Mountain Folks Festival and Mountain Stage.

Back to the Future: The Musical, Proctors Theatre, Schenectady

Great Scott! Back to the Future, the beloved, cinematic classic is now a Broadway musical with its destination set for Schenectady in 2024. Winner of the 2022 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, four WhatsOnStage Awards, including Best New Musical, and the Broadway World Award for Best New Musical, Back to the Future: The Musical is adapted for the stage by the iconic film’s creators Bob Gale (Back to the Future trilogy) and Robert Zemeckis (Forrest Gump) and directed by the Tony Award®-winner John Rando with original music by multi-Grammy® winners Alan Silvestri (Avengers: Endgame) and Glen Ballard (Michael Jackson’s “Man in the Mirror”), alongside hit songs from the movie including “The Power of Love,” “Johnny B. Goode,” “Earth Angel,” and “Back in Time.” When Marty McFly finds himself transported back to 1955 in a time machine built by the eccentric scientist Doc Brown, he accidentally changes the course of history. Now he’s in a race against time to fix the present, escape the past, and send himself… back to the future. When Back to the Future hits 88mph, it’ll change musical theatre history forever.

Horsin’ Around: The Belmont, Universal Preservation Hall, Saratoga Springs

Experience all the excitement of the Belmont Stakes in the heart of downtown Saratoga Springs at UPH’s Horsin’ Around. Our watch party is the perfect place to enjoy all the thrills of the race! Surrounded by fellow horse racing enthusiasts and on-site smart phone wagering with NYRA bets on a 24′ screen showing every moment, you’ll enjoy all the action!

At Horsin’ Around you’ll revel in an afternoon of non-stop fun and excitement with multiple bars, a food truck, live performances and more! You’ll be immersed in the sights, sounds and flavors of this iconic racing event as we broadcast the day’s contests in the Great Hall. Get a seat at a table or in the audience while you cheer and bet on your favorite horses, mingle with fellow racing enthusiasts and soak up the festive atmosphere of this unforgettable day with us at Universal Preservation Hall.

Deveria, Empire Underground, Albany, 6:30pm

Frozen Sun, The Antarctican, Psychomanteum, Untaymed

Fat Joe, Empire Live, Albany, 8pm

Acrobat – The U2 Tribute, Cohoes Music Hall, Cohoes, 7:30pm-10pm

Based in Toronto, Canada and touring internationally, ACROBAT – The U2 Tribute has presented the live U2 concert experience to thousands of fans at theatres, music halls, festivals and corporate events across the Canada, the USA, and Latin America. U2’s own record label has commissioned ACROBAT several times to provide customized theme shows for industry events and U2 fan festivals during both the U2: Innocence + Experience and The Joshua Tree 2017 tours.

The Lane Brothers w/ Bill and Sandy Decker, Rustic Barn Pub, Troy, 7pm

Brothers Benjamin and Christopher Lane have been making music together their entire lives, and their sound is firmly rooted in bluegrass. Now teamed up with Bill and Sandy Decker from The Bear Bones Project.

Northern Lights NY Dispensary presents Dr. Jah & The Love Prophets, Lark Hall, Albany, 8pm

Deadheads, this one’s for you: Northern Lights dispensary holds its late family member and tour-legend Fast Eddie in high regard with its commemorative merch sold alongside high-caliber cannabis products and offers the largest cannabis selection in NY State. The hippie spirit is alive and well at Northern Lights, where you can stop in, listen to tunes and shop for cannabis products. This family-owned dispensary takes pride in its roots and legacy, and if you visit, you’ll likely feel like family, too. When you’d rather have cannabis come to you, it offers same-day weed delivery service for a $15 fee. Cash, credit cards and Dutchie Pay, CashApp & Venmo are accepted.

DJ King Bully, Putnam Place, Saratoga Springs

Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams with opener Jenna Nicholls, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 8pm-10pm

There’s just nothing like the crackling creative energy of their decades-long union. Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams are the bards of the long-term relationship, radiating love into every song they perform. Their impressive resumes include seven years in Levon Helm’s band, eight years in Bob Dylan’s band (Larry), singing backup for Mavis Staples, Emmylou Harris and Phil Lesh (Teresa) – and that’s just a small sample of the famous talents who have called on these incomparable session musicians. Larry’s string wizardry encompasses mandolin, bouzouki, violin, lap steel and banjo. This rare small venue show will feature a compelling assortment of fan favorites, dark ballads and barnburners, and some unexpected covers.

Casket / Flatwounds / King Mob, No Fun, Troy, 7pm-11pm

From “Bar People.”

6/8 10PM Double Tap at Parting Glass

6/8 2:00 PM Swingin’ Palms .. Strolling Saratoga Race Course

6/8 2:45 PM Ill Funk Ensemble Saratoga Race Course

6/8 3:30 PM Realation Frog Alley Brewing

6/8 4:00 PM Growling Hazers Unified Beer Works

6/8 4:00 PM Larry Hooker Basin Grill

6/8 4:00 PM Shine On Universal Preservation Halll

6/8 5:00 PM Had The Radish Artisanal Brew Works

6/8 5:00 PM Jack Kelle Dutch’s Place

6/8 5:00 PM Narrow North S&S farm Brewery

6/8 5:00 PM Rob Aronstein Wishing Well

6/8 5:30 PM Playing With Fire Frog Alley Brewing

6/8 6:00 PM Alex Riddell Galley Bar & Grill

6/8 6:00 PM Black Abbey Finnigans on The Lake

6/8 6:00 PM Chris Dollard Prime at Saratoga National

6/8 6:00 PM Contagious Bunker Mohawk River

6/8 6:00 PM DJ Tomb Sunset Sips at Rivers Casino

6/8 6:00 PM Frank Murray Bunker Clifton Park

6/8 6:00 pm Jeff Brisbin The Scarlet Knife

6/8 6:00 PM Jeff Walton Powers Pub

6/8 6:00 PM Matt Cosgrove Hilton Garden Inn,,, 30Park

6/8 6:00 PM Steve Candlen Thirsty Owl

6/8 6:00 PM Trevor Wheelock Stellas Pasta Bar

6/8 6:00 PM Up The River Spa City Tap & Barrel

6/8 6:30 PM Cryin Out Loud Siro’s

6/8 7:00 PM Ain’t No Strangers Martel’s Grill at Town Of Colonie Golf Course

6/8 7:00 PM Andy Iorio Saratoga Wine Bar

6/8 7:00 PM Brian Kane & The New Beginning Dock Browns Tavern

6/8 7:00 PM Brian Lapoint O’Slattery’s

6/8 7:00 PM Casket / Flatwounds / King Mob No Fun

6/8 7:00 PM Chuck Ayers Peddlers Bar & Bistro

6/8 7:00 PM Dan Sherwin Dukes Chophouse At Rivers Casino

6/8 7:00 PM Luke Pavlus Bourbon Room

6/8 7:00 PM Matt Mirable Cherry Plain Square #17

6/8 7:00 PM On Tap Duo Kraverie

6/8 7:00 PM Play Date Inn at Saratoga

6/8 7:00 PM Roger Morris Panza’s Saratoga

6/8 7:00 pm Seize Atlantis Twisted Fiddler

6/8 7:00 PM Sugar Pill Carsons Woodside Tavern

6/8 7:00 PM Wallies Druthers Clifton Park

6/8 7:30 PM Southbound Renegade Frog Alley Brewing

6/8 7:30 PM Waller Road Quarters

6/8 7PM Friends Union Band at Parting Glass

6/8 8:00 PM Amy Speace wsg Erin Ash Sullivan The Linda

6/8 8:00 PM DJ Mic Power Misfit

6/8 8:00 PM Dr. Jah & The Love Prophets Lark Hall

6/8 8:00 PM Iko The Dog / Michael Urbon / Shannon Tehya & The Troupe at Ophelias on Broadway

6/8 8:00 PM Keith Pray Group Nine Maple

6/8 8:00 PM Pat Decker Druthers Saratoga

6/8 8:30 PM Vinny Michaels Band Frog Alley Brewing

6/8 9:00 AM Tim & Norm Bookmakers at The Holiday Inn Saratoga

6/8 9:00 PM Dashboard Anthem Van Slycks at Rivers Casino

6/8 9:00 PM DJ Rick Wonder & DJ John Jamz The Night Owl

6/8 9:00 PM Liquid Courage Towne Tavern

6/8 9:00 PM Nick Rossi Band Spa City Tap & Barrel

6/8 9:00 PM Tailspin Saratoga City Tavern

6/8 9:00 PM The Schmooze Centre St. Pub

6/8 9:45 AM Tom Nitti Saratoga Race Course

6/811:00 AMLustre Kings … StrollingSaratoga Race Course

Sunday, June 9^th

Boland School of Irish Dance Recital, Proctors Theatre, Schenectady

Annual recital for the Boland School of Irish Dance.

Patsy and Loretta ‘Together Again’ – Kevin Richards’ Country Close-Up Series, Cohoes Music Hall, Cohoes, 3pm-5pm

Patsy Cline and Loretta Lynn are ‘Together Again’!  Courtney Shayne and Jenna Sue are Kickin’ Up Dust In The Spirit of Patsy Cline and Loretta Lynn. Enjoy Courtney Shayne’s riveting tribute to one of the greatest voices in music, Patsy Cline!

First, the curtain goes up with a salute to Patsy’s dear friend Loretta Lynn, portrayed by Jenna Sue. From ‘Crazy’ to ‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’- expect to hear the classic hits and have a ‘Grand Ol’ Time’ watching a ‘Honky Tonk Angels’ reunion. Kevin Richards hosts this special night with stories about the legends, and a Country Gold tribute from John Terleckey to start the journey back in time.

Second Sunday Bluegrass Jam, Rustic Barn Pub, Troy, 5:30pm-9pm

Bluegrass Jams are for making new friends, sharing songs, playing and listening to blue grass and new-grass. All skill levels are welcome to join the Jam.

Latin Night with DJ Boyboy, Putnam Place, Saratoga Springs

Folk Heritage Series: Steve Forbert Duo, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 7pm-9pm

“There’s something special about how the singer sounds pained and relieved while singing his tales of America. It’s somehow innocent and dangerous at the same time.” – PopMatters

Years before Americana music earned its own category at the Grammy Awards, Steve Forbert helped pioneer the genre’s mix of folk, roots-rock, and richly delivered storytelling. With his charismatic, raspy Southern voice, he’s been a torchbearer of that sound for more than four decades, navigating the twists and turns of an acclaimed career that’s taken him from gold records to Grammy nominations, from New York City’s CBGB to Nashville’s Bluebird Cafe, from his 1978 debut album to 2022’s vital and versatile Moving Through America.

Dale Watson, Hangar on the Hudson, Troy, 8pm-11pm

Although born in Alabama, Dale Watson is as Texas as the Panhandle or a smokey plate of BBQ. He came to country music early and naturally. His truck driving father moonlighted as a country singer, and his older brothers had bands as well. Dale remembers receiving his first guitar at age 7 and starting to write songs shortly after—“the same stuff I’m writing about now,” he says with a laugh.

A man with more than one life’s experience under his belt, he has entertained crowds all over the world, including recent appearances on Late Night with David Letterman and PBS’s long-running Austin City Limits. Dale has been inducted in the Austin Music Hall of Fame and even founded his own genre of music, Ameripolitan.

From “Bar People.”

6/9 1:00 PM Alex Torres Latin Orchestra Saratoga Race Course

6/9 1:00 PM Annie & The Hedonists … Strolling Saratoga Race Course

6/9 1:00 PM Jason Irwin Dock Browns Tavern

6/9 10:30 AM Steve Candlen The Scarlet Knife

6/9 12:00 PM Upstate Bluegrass Band … Strolling Saratoga Race Course

6/9 12:30 PM John Webber & Friends Galley Bar & Grill

6/9 12:30 PM Matty D Cherry Plain Square #17

6/9 2:00 PM Dazey Lago’s by Druthers

6/9 3:00 PM Jeff Brisbin Druthers Clifton Park

6/9 3:00 PM Roman Mangino Basin Grill

6/9 3:00 PM Steve Candlen Druthers Saratoga

6/9 3:00 PM Triple Trouble wsg Elizabeth Conant Artisanal Brew Works

6/9 4:00 PM Steve Forbert Duo Caffe Lena

6/9 4:00 PM Ten Most Wanted Carsons Woodside Tavern

6/9 4:00 PM The Less Traveled Cherry Plain Square #17

6/9 5:00 PM Eric Erickson Yanni’s Too

6/9 5:30 PM Bluegrass Jam Rustic Barn Pub

6/9 5:30 PM Karl Bertrand Hatties Restaurant

6/9 5:30 PM Rob Aronstein Wishing Well

6/9 6:00 PM Joe Barna Quartet Alias Coffee Roasters

6/9 6:00 PM Joe Kaplow Band Cock & Bull

6/9 6PM Sinatra & Friends at Panza’s Saratoga

6/9 7:00 PM Latin Night with DJ Boy Boy Putnam Place

6/9 7:00 PM Mike Thomas Peddlers Bar & Bistro

6/9 7:00 PM Steve Forbert Duo Caffe Lena