Show Detective – Weekend Shows – 10/18 – 10/20

Show Deective.

Friday, October 18^th

Zakir Hussain and Rahul Sharma, Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, Troy, 7:30pm

Tour in Remembrance of Pandit Shivkumar Sharma

Zakir Hussain and Rahul Sharma

In the annals of Hindustani music, Pandit Shivkumar Sharma stands tall. Widely acclaimed and highly esteemed, he brought his Kashmiri folk music instrument, the santoor, to the classical concert stage. His concerts with Zakir Hussain were considered among the greatest musical feasts of our time. After 5 decades of accompanying this great artist, Zakir is bringing their relationship forward in duet wiith his son and worthy successor, the brilliant Rahul Sharma, who has established himself as the premier santoor maestro of his generation.

Steckler / Ikawa / Plaxico / Lewis, The Linda, Albany, 8pm-10pm

OLD FRIENDS BECKONED – NEW SOUNDS RECKONED

The names Steckler / Ikawa / Plaxico / Lewis suggest four musicians who have intersected at different points on a jazz timeline. With the project Old Friends Beckoned / New Sounds Reckoned (Skydeck), their shared histories converge as singular new ideas emerge. Using original scores as a canvas, the quartet strives for a deeper vibe that comes with shared sacrifice of individual prowess. The result is music that draws on collective inspiration, touching the heart with one cohesive brushstroke.

The Egg and Union College Present: Eisenhower Dance Detroit, The Egg, Albany, 8pm

Experience Eisenhower Dance Detroit in a dynamic 90-minute program featuring choreography by a wide range of artistic voices acclaimed as some of the most compelling in contemporary dance. This “can’t miss” evening includes audience favorite “Legacy Island” by Norbert De La Cruz III; the intricate “En-code” by Australian, disabled choreographer Marc Brew; a provocative work by Micaela Taylor titled “Hyper;” and the poignant “See Me” by Christian Denice. Rounding out this unforgettable evening of dance will be “State of Mind” by award-winning EDD Artistic Director, Stephanie Pizzo, featuring Union College dancers. The performance is the culmination of the company’s four-day Stephanie C. Davis Dance Residency in the Capital Region.

David Nihill: Shelf Help Tour, Proctors Theater, Schenectady

Leaving Dublin, Ireland where he was born and raised until the age of 22, David got drunk on travel and never quite hit sobriety of it. He has lived and worked in twelve countries and visited over seventy. His shows draw on his wide travels, cultural observations, attempts at language study, (occasional) international drinking session(s) and being a mildly confused immigrant.

STARSHIP Featuring Mickey Thomas , Universal Preservation Hall, Saratoga Springs

Mickey Thomas is the owner of the soaring voice that propelled STARSHIP through the decade of the 80’s. With his soulful and compelling vocals, Mickey has established himself as one of Rock Music’s most recognizable stars.

Czarface, Empire Underground, Albany, 6:30pm

James Kennedy, Empire Live, Albany, 9pm

Another Ooky Spooky Musical Showcase, Cohoes Music Hall, Cohoes, 7:30pm-10pm

A unique musical event for the Halloween season! A host of local, acclaimed performers present creepy compositions of Capital Region crimes and macabre tales of the area’s past. The Cohoes Historical Society will be on hand in between musical performances to tell spooky stories about the historically haunted Cohoes Music Hall.

Beg, Steal or Borrow w/s/g Northern Borne, Rustic Barn Pub, Troy, 8pm-11pm

Beg, Steal or Borrow is on a mission to resurrect the music of the iconic bluegrass band Old and In the Way. Known for their warm harmonies, virtuosic instrumentals, and tight musical interplay

Noah Gundersen w/Abby Gundersen: Ledges 10 Year Anniversary, Lark Hall, Albany, 8pm

NOAH GUNDERSEN – LEDGES BIO

It’s a strange thing to have a living artifact of your younger self. To observe the manifestations of a younger you’s inner life. To be honest, it’s often cringy and anxiety inducing. With the benefit of hindsight, our shortsightedness and misplaced fears and hopes seem so obvious.

Midnight Mass – Masquerave, Putnam Place, Saratoga Springs

Bee Side Fest – Everybody That Loves You, Senior Living, Retail Drugs, Service Industry, No Fun, Troy, 6pm-11pm

From “Bar People.”

10/18 5:00 PM Dan Sherwin- Wheatfields Clifton Park

10/18 5:00 PM TBD- S&S farm Brewery

10/18 5:30 PM Christine Spero- Wishing Well

10/18 6:00 PM Adam & Tim- Spa City Tap & Barrel

10/18 6:00 PM Alex Hitrick- Panza’s Saratoga

10/18 6:00 PM Becca Frame Duo- Allied Brewing

10/18 6:00 PM Becca Frame Duo- Allied Brewing

10/18 6:00 PM Bennett Brothers- Carsons Woodside Tavern

10/18 6:00 PM Bronte Roman & Steve Viglucci Duo- Sofia’s of Clifton Park

10/18 6:00 PM Chris Carey- The Scarlet Knife

10/18 6:00 PM Dan Dekalb- 677 Prime

10/18 6:00 PM Drank The Gold- Cock & Bull

10/18 6:00 PM Frank Murray- The Bunker Mohawk Harbor

10/18 6:00 PM Had The Radish- Thirsty Owl

10/18 6:00 PM Harmonic Duo- Saratoga Winery

10/18 6:00 PM Matt Evans- Powers Pub

10/18 6:00 PM Rover- Indian Ladder Farms

10/18 6:00 PM Thom Powers- Inn at Saratoga

10/18 6:00 PM Whiz Bang- Lago by Druthers

10/18 6:30 PM Kev & Pete- Peddlers Bar & Bistro

10/18 6:30 PM Nick Horace- Hilton Garden Inn,,, 30Park

10/18 6:30 PM Rich Ortiz- Diamond Club at Embassy Suites

10/18 6:30 PM Steve Candlen- Artisanal Brew Works

10/18 6:30 PM Ten Most Wanted- Prime at Saratoga National

10/18 7:00 PM Act Your Age- Spare Time City Sports Grill

10/18 7:00 PM Brendan Conley- Bunker Saratoga

10/18 7:00 PM Jeff Walton- Principessa Elena

10/18 7:00 PM Lifeline- Kraverie

10/18 7:30 PM Ooky Spooky Musical Showcase- Cohoes Music Hall

10/18 7:30 PM Starship- Universal Preservation Hall

10/18 8:00 PM Beg Borrow & Steal wsg Northern Borne- Rustic Barn Pub

10/18 8:00 PM Brian Kane Duo- Katie O’Byrnes

10/18 8:00 PM Keith Pray Quartet- Nine Maple

10/18 8:00 PM Matty Stecks- The Linda

10/18 8:00 PM Radio Junkies- Druthers Saratoga

10/18 8:00 PM The Coverups- Frog Alley Brewing

10/18 8:00 PM The Refrigerators- Vapor

10/18 8:00 PM Tom Paxton & The DonJuans- Caffe Lena

10/18 9:00 PM DJ Jonesy & Dj John Jamz- Night Owl

10/18 9:00 PM Late Night Philosophers- Centre St. Pub

10/18 9:00 PM New York Players- Van Slycks at Rivers Casino

10/18 9:30 PM The Schmooze- Spa City Tap & Barrel

10/18 9:30 PM Watchdog- Spa City Tap & Barrel

Saturday, October 19^th

San Miguel Fraser, The Linda, Albany, 8pm-10pm

San Miguel Fraser is a project bringing together Galen Fraser, a Berklee graduate and son of renowned Scottish fiddler Alasdair Fraser and Maria San Miguel, a native of Castile and graduate of Oviedo Conservatory with deep family roots in the traditions of her homeland. Together, they combine dynamic fiddling and string arrangements with the soaring, life-celebrating singing of Maria and the exciting, oh-so-sensitive cittern accompaniment of Galen. Surprises abound in this project, with fresh compositions and startlingly touching and deeply thoughtful arrangements.

Albany Symphony Opening Night: Michael Daugherty + Tchaikovsky’s First Concerto, The Palace, Albany, 7:30pm

Michael Daugherty + Tchaikovsky’s First Concerto

Michael Daugherty: Passacaglia in Primary Colors, the final movement from Fifteen: Symphonic Fantasy on the Art of Andy Warhol

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1

Carl Nielsen: Symphony No. 4, “The Inextinguishable”

Tom Paxton & the Don Juans, Proctors Theater, Schenectady

On the occasion of his last regional tour before retiring, join us to celebrate Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award-winner, folk icon and fun topical songwriter, Tom Paxton, who began his illustrious career in the infamous ‘60s Greenwich Village folk scene.

Straight No Chaser, Proctors Theater, Schenectady

If the phrase “male a cappella group” conjures up an image of students in blue blazers, ties, and khakis singing traditional college songs on ivied campuses… think again. Straight No Chaser (SNC) are neither strait-laced nor straight-faced, but neither are they vaudeville-style kitsch. They have emerged as a phenomenon with a massive fanbase and a long list of accomplishments including 2 RIAA Gold Certified albums, over 1.5 million concert tickets sold, over 1 billion streams on Pandora, and over 2 million albums sold worldwide. Straight No Chaser is the real deal, the captivating sound of nine unadulterated human voices coming together to make extraordinary music that is moving people in a fundamental sense… and with a sense of humor.

Celebrating Meat Loaf, Universal Preservation Hall, Saratoga Springs

Celebrate the legendary Meat Loaf and experience his hit songs performed brilliantly by The Neverland Express and “American Idol” winner, Caleb Johnson!

BabyJake, Empire Underground, Albany, 8pm

TVBOO: Daisy Dukes & Cowboy Boots Tour, Empire Live, Albany, 8pm

Back in Black – The True AC/DC Experience, Cohoes Music Hall, Cohoes, 7:30pm-10:30pm

Back By Popular Demand, BACK IN BLACK creates the true AC/DC experience. There is no substitute as they have been rocking the nation for over 30 years, since originating out of Massachusetts. They have a great reputation for being as close to the real thing as you can get! This band has HIGH ENERGY, you feel it right away and it will have you coming back for more every time. Back in Black is armed with an impressive song list with over 80 of your favorite songs! Featuring Tony Sitler on lead vocals as Brian Johnson & Bon Scott, Miguel Goncalves on bass as Cliff Williams, Bobby Sitler on guitar as Malcolm Young, Steve NaNola on Drums as Phil Rudd, And Dan Molkenthin on guitar as Angus Young. These guys are truly amazing on stage with an unbeatable tribute performance.

Chris Sanders, Rustic Barn Pub, Troy, 7pm-10pm

Singer/songwriter with original music, and a mix of country, rock, and even some metal covers!

Jeff Becker at The Eleven at Lark Hall (FREE SHOW), Lark Hall, Albany, 7pm-9pm

He may open with a Nirvana song then segue into a Gateful Dead looping jam, before launching into a Chris Cornell song; it’s clear Jeff Becker has an understanding of rock music. Melding all of his influences into a solo acoutsic show, Jeff returns to The Eleven at Lark Hall for a night of surprises.

Ari Hest with opener Jacob Shipley, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 8pm-10pm

Ari Hest has been making music and touring the planet for about 15 years. What started out as an occasional creative outlet playing guitar in the hallways of high school became a way of life when he built a loyal following touring the college circuit extensively with artists such as Martin Sexton, Suzanne Vega, and Ani Difranco. Since then, Hest has continued to tour relentlessly and released four other albums including the grammy-nominated Silver Skies Blue, a duets album with Judy Collins. The Boston Globe praised Hest as “a prolific songwriter and a captivating live performer,” while Top40-charts.com writes that Hest finds a home “somewhere on the path where Elliot Smith meets Peter Gabriel.”

Hickoids w/s/g The A.M’s & DJ Ritz Carlton, Hangar on the Hudson, Troy, 8pm

Hey, Greasy presents…

HICKOIDS

Originally formed in 1984 in Austin and conceived by original guitarist Jukebox and singer Jeff Smith as hardcore country meets hardcore punk the band quickly began touring Texas and then the United States. The band played their first show opening for Black Flag and the Meat Puppets in San Antonio in March 1984  and  would share the stage with seminal Austin bands such as Scratch Acid, The True Believers, Poison 13, The Offenders and The Butthole Surfers while leaving traditional music fans and musicians scratching their heads as they took “Best Country Band” honors in the Austin Chronicle’s Annual Reader’s Poll in 1985. Musically they had more in common with West Coast counterparts Tex & The Horseheads, The Screamin’ Sirens and Blood on the Saddle, playing many California dates with these bands while also hosting shows for them back in Texas.

Bee Side Fest – TAGABOW, Her New Knife, Mall Goth, CPS, Glimmer, Cigarettes After Breakfast, The Great Depression, Dumpcake, Deep Slut, Galene, No Fun, Troy, 6pm-7pm

From “Bar People.”

10/19 12:00 PM Trevor Wheelock- Troy Farmers Market

10/19 2:00 PM Yankee Holle- rAllied Brewing

10/19 2:00 PM Yankee Holler- Allied Brewing

10/19 3:00 PM The Schmooze- Carsons Woodside Tavern

10/19 5:00 PM Juniper- Artisanal Brew Works

10/19 5:00 PM TBD- S&S farm Brewery

10/19 5:00 PMPOGOFrog Alley Brewing

10/19 5:30 PM The Next Chapter- Wishing Well

10/19 6:00 PM Christine Spero- Panza’s Saratoga

10/19 6:00 PM Contagious- Bunker Clifton Park

10/19 6:00 PM Diva & The Dirty Boys- The Bunker Mohawk Harbor

10/19 6:00 PM Eric Peter- Powers Pub

10/19 6:00 PM Jeanne O’Conner & Azzaam Hameed- Sofia’s of Clifton Park

10/19 6:00 PM Matt Cosgrove- The Scarlet Knife

10/19 6:00 PM Matt Evans- Ravenswood

10/19 6:00 PM Mike Thomas- Spa City Tap & Barrel

10/19 6:00 PM Northern Borne- Inn at Saratoga

10/19 6:00 PM Pat Decker- Lago by Druthers

10/19 6:00 PM Rafa Picon- Prime at Saratoga National

10/19 6:00 PM Steve Candlen- Thirsty Owl

10/19 6:00 PM Travis Rockenstire- O’Slattery’s

10/19 6:00 PM Tyler Giroux- 677 Prime

10/19 6:30 PM Chris Dollard- Diamond Club at Embassy Suites

10/19 6:30 PM Jay Emery- The View at Brookhaven Golf Course

10/19 6:30 PM John Stack- Hilton Garden Inn,,, 30Park

10/19 7:00 PM Big Eyed Phish- Unihog

10/19 7:00 PM Get up Jack- Ancient Order Of Hibernians Albany

10/19 7:00 PM Harmonic Duo- American Legion Wynantskill

10/19 7:00 PM Hit n Run- Bunker Saratoga

10/19 7:00 PM On Tap Duo- Kraverie

10/19 7:30 PM Meatloaf Tribute with Caleb Johnson- Universal Preservation Hall

10/19 8:00 PM Ari Hest- Caffe Lena

10/19 8:00 PM Joe Barna Quartet- Nine Maple

10/19 8:00 PM Kilashandra- Pinehaven Country Club

10/19 8:00 PM North & South Dakota’s- Druthers Saratoga

10/19 8:00 PM San Miguel Frasier- The Linda

10/19 8:00 PM TBD- Misfit

10/19 9:00 PM Skeeter Creek- Vapor

10/19 9:00 PM The Wallies- Caroline St. Pub

10/19 9:00 PM TS Ensemble with Carmen Lookshire- Van Slycks at Rivers Casino

10/19 9:00 PM Wide Awake- Centre St. Pub

10/19 9:30 PM Tailspin- Spa City Tap & Barrel

10/19 12:00 PM Adrenaline Pumpkin- Sunnyside Gardens

Sunday, October 20^th

NORTHERN LIGHTS – Music from Scandinavia, Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, Troy, 3pm

Albany Pro Musica’s opening concert of the 2024-2025 season will feature music that examines the delicate balance of light and dark, and explores the passing of the seasons in the far North, including compositions by Grieg, Sibelius, Åhlén, and former APM Composer-in-Residence, Ola Gjeilo.

The Egg Presents: Family Circle #2 with Veena and Devesh Chandra, The Egg, Albany, 2pm

In the Hart Theatre Lobby on Sundays: September 22, October 20, November 17, and December 8

Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Indian Classical Music with the Raga Family Circle, an interactive workshop series featuring Veena & Devesh Chandra. Over 4 engaging sessions, this series progresses through the basic fundamentals of Indian melody and rhythm and offers children and families a unique hands-on experience to try instruments and authentically experience this storied tradition. Veena and Devesh Chandra, embodying the generational passage of knowledge from guru to disciple, bring to life a rich cultural heritage that has been carefully preserved and evolved over centuries. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned music lover, the Raga Family Circle invites you to be part of a living tradition, offering a rare opportunity to experience the joy, complexity, and transformative power of Indian Classical Music in an accessible, immersive setting.

Asbury Shorts USA: An Afternoon of the World’s Best Short Films, Proctors Theater, Schenectady

Asbury Shorts USA
“An Afternoon of The World’s Best Short Films”

Guest Host: Richard Lovrich
Featured Guest Filmmaker: Shannon Plumb

Now in Our 43rd Year!

Asbury Shorts USA is New York City’s longest running non-competitive touring exhibition of globally honored short films. An Asbury Short Film Concert features a highly entertaining mix of comedy, drama, documentary and animated shorts  — previously honored at the world’s top film festivals.

SSSO – Concert I: REALIZE (Proctors), Proctors Theater, Schenectady

The SSSO kicks of their 91st season with an appearance at Zankel Music Center and Proctors! This program features soloist Lisa Leonard in Prokofiev’s “Piano Concerto #3,” Adamo’s “Overture to Lysistrata” and Respighi’s “Fontana di Roma” and “Pini di Roma.”

This concert on Sunday, October 20 will be held at Proctors.

Don’t miss the pre-concert talk with Leonard and Artistic Director/Conductor Glen Cortese at 2 p.m. at Proctors! It’s an excellent way to learn more about the music and an opportunity to ask questions about the performance. All are invited to attend.

Drag Me to Brunch, Universal Preservation Hall, Saratoga Springs

Join us for a fabulous Drag Brunch hosted by local favorite, Mor’Glamazon and featuring Mrs. Kasha Davis, Darienne Lake, Naysha Lopez and Brita Filter – all seen on RuPaul’s Drag Race! Grab your friends for this delicious, gorgeous and hilarious show! Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion (like grandma’s birthday or a divorce party) or just looking for a day out with friends, Drag Me to Brunch at UPH will be an unforgettable experience.

Rockin’ Pink For Breast Cancer with Vintri Hill, Empire Underground, Albany, 5:30pm

Pam Tillis – Kevin Richards’ Country Close-Up Series, Cohoes Music Hall, Cohoes, 7pm-9pm

Country Music Royalty Pam Tillis is Kevin Richards’ next guest in the ‘Close Up’ series at the Cohoes Music Hall.  2 Time Grammy Winner and the 1994 CMA Female Vocalist of the year, brings you her greatest hits ‘Up Close & Personal’, followed by a ‘Live On Stage’ interview.  Best known for blockbuster hits ‘Maybe It Was Memphis’ ‘Don’t Tell Me What To Do’ ‘Mi Vida Loca’ ‘Shake The Sugar Tree’ and ‘Put Yourself In My Place’, the Grand Ole Opry Star will light up the stage with great Country Music and Memories.

Sara Milonovich & Daisycutter, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 7pm-9pm

Write what you know. Tell a story. Let the journey be your guide. There are some simple tools for making great, lasting songs. Humble devices that have served the finest songwriters for centuries well. Singer/songwriter/fiddler Sara Milonovich and Daisycutter deliver a heady harvest of heart-stopping original roots rock and alt-Americana gems. Their latest album, Northeast, is packed with atmospheric, powerful pieces with words that paint poignant, personal scenes, and melodies that linger long after the last listen. As an interpreter, Sara is a singular force as well, weaving her own experiences and artistic voice through the threads of well-chosen, lived-in covers of songs by the likes of Josh Ritter, Karine Polwart, Joe Strummer, and Led Zeppelin.

Summer Dean w/s/g Brule County Bad Boys, Hangar on the Hudson, Troy, 8pm-10:30pm

Summer Dean puts on a hell-of-a show. Armed with three albums, constant tours, and a hot band behind her, Summer struts onto every stage with the confidence and vulnerability of a songstress that has cemented her place among the top rank Texas tunesmiths. Her live show takes the concert goer on a ride of original songs bleding bravado, vulnerability, and a novelist’s eye for detail. Whether with her full band or all by herself, listeners and watchers are treated to an authentic, funny, and honest storyteller performing her way into legendary status. Recently named Texas Country Music Awards Female Artist of the Year, Summer has performed with an array of country aces, including Colter Wall, Marty Stuart, Asleep at the Wheel, Hayes Carll, Silverada (Mike and the Moonpies) and Charley Crockett.

Annual Pumpkin Carving (Reservation required), Lost and Found, Albany

From “Bar People.”

10/20 10:00 AM Lifeline- Spa City Farmers Market

10/20 10:30 AM Steve Candlen- The Scarlet Knife

10/20 2:00 PM The Wheel- Allied Brewing

10/20 2:00 PM The Wheel- Allied Brewing

10/20 3:00 PM Jeff Brisbin- Druthers Saratoga

10/20 3:00 PM Sean Lippin- Lago by Druthers

10/20 3:00 PM Triple Trouble wsg K&O Duo- Artisanal Brew Works

10/20 3:30 PM Matt Cosgrove- Hank Hudson Brewing

10/20 4:00 PM The Ultimates- Carsons Woodside Tavern

10/20 5:00 PM Matt Donnelly- Sofia’s of Clifton Park

10/20 6:00 PM Sinatra & Friends- Panza’s Saratoga

10/20 7:00 PM Sara Milonovich & Daisycutter- Caffe Lena