Show Detective – Weekend Shows – 1/10 – 1/12
Written by Staff on January 9, 2025
Show Detective.
Friday, January 10th
The Extreme Music Awards Pre Party, Empire Underground, Albany, 6:30pm
Lez Zeppelin performs Physical Graffiti & More, Cohoes Music Hall, Cohoes, 7:30pm-10pm
Lez Zeppelin-All Girls. All Zeppelin. Lez Zeppelin is a phenomenon. Since their formation in 2004, the group has stunned audiences all over the world with the musicianship, passion, and gender-bending audacity they bring to the music of Led Zeppelin. Unlike the typical “tribute band” Lez Zeppelin does not seek to imitate. Rather, they are a she-incarnation of the original. With swagger, intensity, and virtuosity these four women cover the entire canon, performing hits, deep tracks, epic compositions,and acoustic numbers with utmost authenticity, as if they’d written the music themselves. Jimmy Page described it best after attending a Lez Zeppelin show in London: “They played the Led Zeppelin music with an extraordinary sensuality and an energy and passion that highlighted their superb musicianship.”
The Lustre Kings -Elvis’ Birthday Bash! Rustic Barn Pub, Troy, 8pm-11pm
Come celebrate the music of Elvis with The Lustre Kings!
The Eleven Presents Happy Hour with 10:01 (FREE SHOW), Lark Hall, Albany, 6pm-8pm
Alt-rock group with a modern indie vibe makes their debut at The Eleven.
Formed in Averill Park, NY, 10:01 is an alternative-rock group that combines a modern indie sound with influences in rock and blues. They play an eclectic set of covers and original songs, including one of their singles “Janey Girl” which has gathered over 850,000 streams. Made up of Zach Ryan, Louie Reale, Greg Effman, and Harry Corbin, the 4-piece is not something you want to miss!
The Wheel performs Pembroke Pines 5/22/77, Lark Hall, Albany, 8pm-12:30am
Join us as for our first show of 2025 with The Wheel and their recreation of the classic Grateful Dead show at Pembroke Pines 5/22/77.
Buckle up and shift into high gear with The Wheel, the Capital Region’s winner of the “Listen Up” 2024 Favorite GD Cover Band Award.
Known for their dynamic performances and deep connection with audiences, The Wheel takes listeners on a memorable journey through the iconic music of the Grateful Dead, infusing each song with their own driving, thoughtful, and expressive spin.
Allison Lupton, Shane Cook and Kyle Waymouth, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 8pm-10pm
Canadian singer-songwriter, flutist, and nationally acclaimed traditional singer Allison Lupton enchants listeners with ballads and tunes reminiscent of an earlier time. Allison is now touring her album “Words of Love,” along with heavy hitters– Canadian and US Grand National fiddle champion Shane Cook and CFMA Solo Instrumental Artist of the Year and Canadian Grand Master Step Dance champion Kyle Waymouth. Together their live show is a glorious mix of beautiful story songs, electrifying fiddle tunes and dazzling step dance united by the trio’s warm and frequently humourous stage presence. Lupton merges contemporary folk lyrics with crystal clear, elegant Celtic and bluegrass melody and instrumentation. “Allison possesses a voice which is as crystal clear as mountain spring water. There is also a delightful innocence to it which when combined with her perfect diction delivers every word crisply and clearly to the listener’s ear.” -Fatea
Herstory, Salute to Women in Rock with Lucid Street and Friends, Lost and Found, Albany, 6pm
Flavour / Lemon of Choice / INCH, No Fun, Troy, 7pm-11pm
From “Bar People.”
1/10 5:00 PM Deraeled Duo- Frog Alley Brewing
1/10 5:00 PM Tracey & Friends- Prime at Saratoga National
1/10 5:30 PM Rob Aronstein- Wishing Well
1/10 6:00 PM 2096 Duo- Spa City Tap & Barrel
1/10 6:00 PM Christine Spero- Panza’s Saratoga
1/10 6:00 PM Dan Dekalb- 677 Prime
1/10 6:00 PM David Wong- Saratoga Winery
1/10 6:00 PM John Stack- Carsons Woodside Tavern
1/10 6:00 PM Russ Kennedy- Powers Pub
1/10 6:00 PM Shine On- Inn at Saratoga
1/10 6:30 PM Had The Radish- Artisanal Brew Works
1/10 6:30 PM Rich Ortiz- Diamond Club at Embassy Suites
1/10 7:00 PM Jeff Walton- Principessa Elena
1/10 7:00 PM Lifeline- Kraverie
1/10 7:00 PM Trevor Wheelock- The Bunker North Greenbush
1/10 8:00 PM Allison Lupton , Shane Cook , Kyle Waymouth- Caffe Lena
1/10 8:00 PM DJ Dillon Robert- Misfit
1/10 8:00 PM Jenna Sue & Steve Cowles- Katie O’Byrnes
1/10 8:00 PM Lustre Kings … Elvis Birthday Bash- Rustic Barn Pub
1/10 8:00 PM Matt Cosgrove- Cooperstown Distillery Saratoga
1/10 8:30 PM Funk Evolution- Frog Alley Brewing
1/10 9:00 PM Coverups- Centre St. Pub
1/10 9:00 PM Refrigerators- Vapor
1/10 9:30 PM Hit n Run- Spa City Tap & Barrel
Saturday, January 11th
Daniel Roumain + Beethoven’s Pastoral, Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, Troy, 7:30pm
David Alan Miller, conductor
Marc Bamuthi Joseph, speaker
Carlos Simon: Fate Now Conquers
Daniel Bernard Roumain & Marc Bamuthi Joseph: Forgiveness, Suite for Spoken Word & Orchestra
Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No. 6, “Pastoral”
Rock Voices at The Egg, The Egg, Albany, 7pm
Get ready for an unforgettable night of rock ‘n’ roll with the area’s only community rock choir! Join us for an incredible evening of music featuring hits from Foreigner, Toto, Taylor Swift, Radiohead, The Monkees, George Michael, Billy Joel, Natalie Cole, The Spinners, and more — all backed by a professional rock band. And if that’s not enough, the harmonies of Tony Lechner’s amazing arrangements, performed by a 150+ voice choir, will have you rocking out all night long!
Parade, Proctors Theatre, Schenectady
Winner of the 2023 Tony Award® for Best Revival of a Musical, PARADE has been proclaimed as “a work of art! As commanding as any musical revival to hit Broadway in years” (Deadline).
Leo and Lucille Frank are a newlywed Jewish couple struggling to make a life in the old red hills of Georgia. When Leo is accused of an unspeakable crime, it propels them into an unimaginable test of faith, humanity, justice, and devotion. Riveting and gloriously hopeful, PARADE reminds us that to love, we must truly see one another.
The Extreme Music Awards, Empire Live, Albany, 6:30pm
Crystal Ship: A Tribute to the Doors, Cohoes Music Hall, Cohoes, 7:30pm-10pm
Take a trip back to Sunset Strip in the 1960’s with CRYSTAL SHIP! This highly acclaimed touring tribute act pays tribute to Jim Morrison and the Doors by recreating the music, magic and intensity of a live Doors concert.
10:01 Band, Rustic Barn Pub, Troy, 7pm-10pm
These young rockers will rock your socks off! Don’t miss this opportunity to hear the original music and rock n’ roll by 10:01!
The Pine Boys at The Eleven at Lark Hall (FREE SHOW), Lark Hall, 6pm-8pm
The Pine Boys are a drum machine driven funk trio based in Albany, NY. Sharing a love for fun, original and most of all groovy music, Sam, Brett and Andrew have been jamming together since high school music class. Officially founded in 2016, the boys have always made it a priority to keep things fresh and interesting on stage and in the studio. Over the past 7 years, The Pine Boys have released 5 albums and 3 EP’s, and their live shows typically feature keytars, rapping and improvised solos. The Pine Boys have earned a reputation as one of the most intriguing and unique musical acts in the Capital Region. Check out their website thepineboys.com to stay in the loop!
Old TP’s Birthday Bash feat. The Deadbeats, Raisinhead and Vinnie Amico, Lark Hall, Albany, 8pm-11:30pm
Join us for the Birthday Bash of all Birthday Bashes for Tom Pirozzi featuring The Deadbeats, Raisinhead and w/s/g Vinnie Amico of Moe.
The Deadbeats have been playing for 32 years, following in the footsteps of the Grateful Dead. There are so many tribute bands out there. The Deadbeats put their own spin on things, which sets them apart from the average Dead Cover Band. Based out of NY’s Capital Region, The Deadbeats have played thousands of shows along the East Coast, from Maine to Key West. Mike Johnson and Denise Parent have been playing with The Deadbeats since it all got started, back in the early 90’s.
Peak Jazz Series: Old Friends Beckoned/New Sounds Reckoned, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 8pm-10pm
Steckler / Ikawa / Plaxico / Lewis brings together four mighty jazz musicians with rich, intersecting histories. Their project, Old Friends Beckoned / New Sounds Reckoned (Skydeck), blends their considerable individual artistry into a collective voice through original compositions where personal prowess is set aside in favor of deeper collaboration. The result is a seamless, emotive sound that resonates with listeners.
Bimbo Night w/ DJ Dental Work / DJ 2nd Ch!ld / P!nk P!xl, No Fun, Troy, 8pm-11pm
From “Bar People.”
1/11 3:00 PM Geo Doody- Helderberg Mountain Brewing
1/11 5:00 PM Chris Dollard- Prime at Saratoga National
1/11 5:00 PM Jeff Brisbin- Artisanal Brew Works
1/11 5:00 PM POGO- Frog Alley Brewing
1/11 5:30 PM Rob Aronstein- Wishing Well
1/11 6:00 PM Ben Zoleski- Spa City Tap & Barrel
1/11 6:00 PM Carmen Lookshie Duo- Sofia’s of Clifton Park
1/11 6:00 PM Grand Central Trio- Carsons Woodside Tavern
1/11 6:00 PM Had The Radish- Inn at Saratoga
1/11 6:00 PM Take 2- Powers Pub
1/11 6:00 PM Tyler Giroux- 677 Prime
1/11 6:00 PM Wayne Hawkins- Panza’s Saratoga
1/11 6:00 PMShannon Tehya & Hunter Frost- New Scotland Spirits
1/11 7:00 PM Hot Vox Trio- Bunker Clifton Park
1/11 7:00 PM Ragged Company- Kraverie
1/11 7:00 PM Tooty & The MotherPluckers- The Bunker North Greenbush
1/11 8:00 PM 10:01 Band- Rustic Barn Pub
1/11 8:00 PM DJ Dillon Robert- Misfit
1/11 8:00 PM Next Stop Comedy- Artisanal Brew Works
1/11 8:00 PM Peak Jazz Series.. Old Friends Beckoned- Caffe Lena
1/11 8:30 PM Out Of The Office Band- Frog Alley Brewing
1/11 9:00 PM DJ Biz- Night Owl
1/11 9:00 PM Skeeter Creek- Vapor
1/11 9:30 AM Dan Bernstein- Saratoga Farmers Market Wilton Mall
1/11 9:30 PM Tailspin- Spa City Tap & Barrel
Sunday, January 12th
Daniel Roumain + Beethoven’s Pastoral | Matinee, Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, Troy, 3pm
David Alan Miller, conductor
Marc Bamuthi Joseph, speaker
Carlos Simon: Fate Now Conquers
Daniel Bernard Roumain & Marc Bamuthi Joseph: Forgiveness, Suite for Spoken Word & Orchestra
Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No. 6, “Pastoral”
Word Plays: a Whale of a Tale, Proctors Theatre, Schenectady
Come listen to a biblical story (can you guess which one?), personal stories, folktales from the Adirondacks, Appalachia and Ireland, and, perhaps, a tall tale or two. The story titles include:
Phantom Falls
Emergency at the Airport Gate
How I Won the Susquehanna Folk Festival Liar’s Contest
Our tellers are: Siri Allison, Kent Busman, Kate Dudding, Marni Gillard, Eileen Mack, Nancy Marie Payne, Sandy Schuman and Beverly Schwartz.
Parade, Proctors Theatre, Schenectady
Winner of the 2023 Tony Award® for Best Revival of a Musical, PARADE has been proclaimed as “a work of art! As commanding as any musical revival to hit Broadway in years” (Deadline).
Leo and Lucille Frank are a newlywed Jewish couple struggling to make a life in the old red hills of Georgia. When Leo is accused of an unspeakable crime, it propels them into an unimaginable test of faith, humanity, justice, and devotion. Riveting and gloriously hopeful, PARADE reminds us that to love, we must truly see one another.
The Extreme Music Awards After Party, Empire Underground, Albany, 5:30pm
65th Anniversary Folk Heritage Series: Ellis Paul, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 4pm-6pm
He doesn’t just write songs; he’s a guitar-carrying reporter who covers the human condition and details the hopes, loves, and losses of those he observes, turning their stories into luminous folk-pop music that will keep playing in your head long after the show ends. Much like the artists who influenced him–everyone from Joni Mitchell, Bob Dylan and Paul Simon to The Beatles–Paul weaves deeply personal experiences with social issues and turns them into provocative songs that are as timely as they are timeless.
No Fun Dance Series Vol.1 – Swing Dance Night w/ Dylan Perillo Quartet and Instructor Vance and Sarrah, No Fun, Troy, 6pm-11pm
From “Bar People.”
1/12 3:00 PM Triple Trouble wsg Horse Grenades- Artisanal Brew Works
1/12 4:00 PM Ellis Paul- Caffe Lena
1/12 5:00 PM Artie Mozeik- Panza’s Saratoga
1/12 5:00 PM Bobbie Van Detta- Charlton Tavern
1/12 5:30 PM Bluegrass Jam- Rustic Barn Pub
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