Show Detective – Weekend Shows – 4/11 – 4/13
By Staff on April 10, 2025
Show Detective.
Friday, April 11th
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.
The Egg Presents: Kaushiki Chakraborty with Rishith Desikan // Veena and Devesh Chandra, The Egg, Albany, 8pm
A Musical Odyssey: Mother and Son in Harmony
Kaushiki Chakraborty is a mesmerizing Indian classical vocalist, celebrated for her soul-stirring performances that effortlessly blend tradition with innovation. Daughter of legendary Ajoy Chakraborty and trained in the Patiala gharana, her voice is a powerful yet delicate instrument capable of conveying the deepest emotions. Kaushiki’s artistry transcends genres, moving from khayal to thumri and beyond, leaving audiences spellbound with her technical mastery and emotive expression. She is a beacon in the world of Hindustani classical music, breaking down gender barriers and inspiring a new generation of music lovers.
Kisstory w/s/g Live Wire 518, Cohoes Music Hall, Cohoes, 7:30pm-10:30pm
Bringing the demon back to Cohoes once again. Kisstory- the one and only KISS replica tribute band that will rock the Music Hall till the walls rattle. Starting with makeup and costumes, (taking 60-90 minutes) all the way to the photos with fans at the end of each show. Kisstory was established in 1996, by Vinny Dawson. He said it was definitely a morphing project, as there have been many members over the years. He wondered how these four men would all fit the persona of each KISS member so accurately- It was so much more than just putting make-up on the face! In no way, did he want anyone at the show to have to try to guess who each member was portraying. They were all that spot on… Pure perfection!
Soul Provider, Rustic Barn Pub, Troy, 7pm-10pm
Soul Provider has been providing Soul, Rock N’Roll and R&B for over a decade! One of the top party bands playing venues all over the Capital District.
Belle-Skinner at The Eleven at Lark Hall, Albany, 7pm-9pm
Belle-Skinner is a dark nostalgic singer-songwriter based in New York. With a hauntingly beautiful, lilting soprano and innate sense of melody she crafts tales of songbirds, sirens and desert nomads – nuanced and layered stories which bridge the gap between past and present. Though her influences cover a broad range of genres – from French chansons and Russian folk to contemporary alt-pop and rock – her voice often draws comparisons to the likes of Joni Mitchell, Kate Bush, Jeff Buckley, Mary Hopkin, and early St. Vincent.
Jennifer Tefft and The Strange, Chris Busone, Harley Reign and The Aces, Hangar on the Hudson, Troy, 6pm
$15 at the door for a great night of music with Jennifer Tefft & The Strange, Chris Busone Band and Harley Reign & The Aces brought to you by RadioRadioX/Xperience Monthly. Chris Busone is celebrating the release of his latest album, “Ro-Sham-Bo,” and this is Harley Reign and the Aces’ debut performance from Albany Rock Pit.
Peak Jazz Series : Richard Baratta Gotham City Latin Jazz Sextet, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 8pm-10pm
A multi-talented artist, Baratta’s career spans both music and film, with an impressive list of Hollywood credits, including The Wolf of Wall Street, The Irishman, Joker, and several Spider-Man films. After decades in the film industry, Baratta made a triumphant return to jazz, earning a GRAMMY nomination for his 2020 album, Music in Film: The Reel Deal, which reimagined iconic movie soundtracks in a jazz setting. His follow-ups, Music in Film: The Sequel and Off the Charts, solidified his place as a boundary-pushing bandleader and visionary musician.
80’s VS. 90’s Dance Night – DJ Tex VS. DJ Dogtoy, No Fun, Troy, 8pm-11pm
From “Bar People.”
4/11 5:00 PM Gianna Robustiano & Tony Garza- Frog Alley Brewing
4/11 5:30 PM Matt Cosgrove- Bootleggers
4/11 5:30 PM Rob Aronstein- Wishing Well
4/11 6:00 PM Bob Fox- Thirsty Owl
4/11 6:00 PM Chloe Noel- Saratoga Winery
4/11 6:00 PM Dave Render- Powers Pub
4/11 6:00 PM DJ Romantic’s- The Scarlet Knife
4/11 6:00 PM Drank The Gold- Cock & Bull
4/11 6:00 PM Frank Murray- Indian Ladder Farms
4/11 6:00 PM Harmonic Duo- Martels Grill & Bar
4/11 6:00 PM Jacksland- Prime at Saratoga National
4/11 6:00 PM Jay Yager- The Bunker North Greenbush
4/11 6:00 PM Nick Horace- Hilton Garden Inn,,, 30Park
4/11 6:00 PM Nick Rossi- Spa City Tap & Barrel
4/11 6:00 PM Peter Pashoukos- Inn at Saratoga
4/11 6:30 PM Art N Shawna- Artisanal Brew Works
4/11 6:30 PM Pat Decker- Diamond Club at Embassy Suites
4/11 6:30 PM Scott Simpson- Other One Brewery
4/11 6:30 PM Wreckless Duo- Peddlers Bar & Bistro
4/11 7:00 PM Joe’s Boys- Bunker Clifton Park
4/11 7:00 PM POGO- The Bunker Mohawk Harbor
4/11 7:00 PM The Foggy Notions- Holy Moses Tavern
4/11 7:00 PM Tiney Planet- Kraverie
4/11 7:00 PM Twilight- Unihog
4/11 8:00 PM Bruce Blinn -Knapp- Mittlers
4/11 8:00 PM Coverband with Mike Levin- Saratoga City Tavern
4/11 8:00 PM DJ Vision- Misfit
4/11 8:00 PM Jacob Shipley- Cooperstown Distilling Saratoga
4/11 8:00 PM Joe Are.Sham. Bow- Katie O’Byrnes
4/11 8:00 PM Refrigerator’s- Wicked Eatery
4/11 8:00 PM Trevor Braymer- Bourbon Room
4/11 9:00 PM Darren Lyons Quartet- Nine Maple
4/11 9:30 PM Gordon Street- Spa City Tap & Barrel
Saturday, April 12th
Beatlemania Again! The Linda, Albany, 8pm-10pm
Beatlemania Again – The World’s Premier Beatles Stage Show!
This outstanding performance features three versions of The Beatles all in one show. The show starts with “Meet The Beatles”, then transforms into the “Sergeant Pepper” era and finishes with the “Get Back” era and a great encore.
Beatlemania Again features Broadway cast members as well as former members of the Hall & Oates Band! This incredible show has performed to rave reviews nationwide!!
The Weird Sisters, Empire Underground, Albany, 8pm
Hello My Name is Blotto: The Movie, Cohoes Music Hall, Cohoes, 9pm
The new documentary film from Rob Lichter, Hello! My Name Is Blotto – The Movie!, premiers at The Cohoes Music Hall, Saturday, April 12, 2025.
It is a broad and entertaining look at the career of the upstate New York rock band Blotto who evolved from playing clubs and colleges to navigating the record business, MTV celebrity and national touring after their 1980 surprise radio hit “I Wanna Be A Lifeguard”. The film spans the origins of the band members starting as The Star Spangled Washboard Band in the 1970’s, their evolution to Blotto and heyday in the 1980’s, and their long afterlife up to the present. It’s a unique and joyous take on the timeless story of “trying to make it in show business” and can be enjoyed by anyone who ever had a dream.
Dr.Jah and The Love Prophets, Rustic Barn Pub, Troy, 8pm-11pm
Capital Districts Favorite Reggae Party Band!
The Slackers w/s/g Some Ska Band, Lark Hall, Albany, 8pm
For 33 years, the NYC-based and critically acclaimed Slackers have been touring the world with their blend of Ska, Reggae, and Soul.
Since 1991, the Slackers have released fifteen albums and countless singles, while their 1000s of live performances feed their fans with energetic sets of ecstatic music.
The Slackers have been called ‘the Sound of New York’ by the New York Times. They were described by Brooklyn Vegan as a “clean mix of Ska, Reggae, and Soul that gets dirtied up by Vic Ruggiero’s tough New York accent.’
Ladies Night ft: King Bully & Sly Fox, Putnam Place, Saratoga Springs, 11pm-3am
Come get down on the biggest dance floor in Saratoga with King Bully and Sly Fox.
King Bully blurs the lines between Dancehall, Afrobeat, Hip-Hop, and Latin into what is a refreshing departure from anything else you’ve heard. The Troy NY native not only dominates the Capital Region club circuit, he also boasts an impressive list of concerts, which includes acts like Dababy, Lil Baby, Cardi B, Fabolous, DMX, Ja Rule, Ashanti and more. Always sure to get the crowd hype and the club packed, DJ King Bully is the sound that keeps any party going strong.
Guitarist Sly Fox is best knows as the front man for blues-rock outfit Sly Fox and The Hustlers.
Momentum Series: Roomful of Blues, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 8pm-10pm
Hailed by DownBeat Magazine as “in a class by themselves,” this boisterous, super-tight big band has remained one of the most joyful blues ensembles in the world for more than five decades. Currently an eight-piece unit led by guitarist Chris Vachon, the band has never sounded fresher or stronger.
Led by guitarist Chris Vachon and featuring saxophonist Rich Lataille (a member since 1970), their current lineup includes powerhouse vocalist D.D. Bastos, who brings fresh, soulful energy to their timeless sound, Jeff Ceasrine on keyboards, Alek Razdan on baritone and tenor sax, Carl “Geerz” Gerhard on trumpet, John Turner on bass and Mike Coffey on drums.
Selfish Act / Depressionista / Living Bomb / From Within, No Fun, Troy, 7pm-11pm
From “Bar People.”
4/12 2:00 PM Growling Hazers- S&S farm Brewery
4/12 3:00 PM Geo Doody- Helderberg Mountain Brewing
4/12 5:00 PM Ragged Company- S&S farm Brewery
4/12 5:00 PM Ryan & Jon- Dancing Grain Farm Brewery
4/12 6:00 PM Chad McLoughlin Trio- Stella’s Pasta Bar at The Van Dyck
4/12 6:00 PM On Tap Duo- Hilton Garden Inn,,, 30Park
4/12 6:00 PM Pat Decker- The Scarlet Knife
4/12 6:00 PM Steven & Shannon- Powers Pub
4/12 7:00 PM Joe Adee & The Lug Nuts- Cherry Plain Square #17
4/12 8:00 PM 80’s Band- Wicked Eatery
4/12 9:00 AM Nocturne- Troy Farmers Market
Sunday, April 13th
Eggs Too Expensive? Come Paint Easter Eggs for a Good Cause, The El Dorado, Troy, 4:15pm
JAZZ OPEN HOUSE featuring KATALYST, The Linda, Albany, 3pm-4:30pm
The Linda and the Albany Musicians’ Association (American Federation of Musicians Local 14) present a free, open-to-the-public performance from Katalyst.
Katalyst is a jazz organ trio from New York’s Capital District. The group is comprised of Andrew Hearn on the drum set, Mike Novakowski on guitar, and Jon LeRoy on organ. Experienced jazz musicians in their own rights, the members of Katalyst have performed together for almost 30 years, playing venues and festivals from Western Massachusetts to the Syracuse area.
SSSO – Concert IV: REMEMBER, Proctors Theatre, Schenectady
SSSO closes out their 24-25 season with Verdi’s great “Requiem!” Special guests include the Octavo Singers and soloists Jennifer Forni (soprano), Kate Reese-Lerner (mezzo-soprano), Lucas Levy (tenor) and Andrew Boisvert (bass).
Don’t miss the pre-concert talk with our guest artists 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.
Full Blown Chaos, Empire Underground, Albany, 5pm
Nershi Hann Trio w/ Special Guests Laura Leigh Acoustic Trio, Cohoes Music Hall, Cohoes, 7:30pm-9:30pm
Guitarist and co-founder of The String Cheese Incident, Bill Nershi, and wife Jillian Nershi, join together as a duo of harmonies and driving acoustic guitar, immediately drawing in the listener. An inspired journey through various styles and influences, a throwback to the roots of American music, the Nershis have a relaxed way of connecting with the audience through the stories in their songs. Constantly finding ways to make the music sound complete as a duo, unique arrangements and a deep catalogue of original songs highlight the couple’s dedication to their craft.
Bluegrass Jam Featuring Jacob & Tommy Ali, 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 skin levels are welcome.
Mindy Smith, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 7pm-9pm
Mindy Smith is a renowned singer-songwriter blending Americana, folk, & pop with deeply vulnerable lyrics and a career spanning two decades.
“Smith’s best songs sound like little miracles.”– USA Today
Join us for a night of heartfelt music and storytelling as acclaimed singer-songwriter Mindy Smith graces the stage at Caffè Lena. Known for her deeply vulnerable lyrics and genre-defying vocals, Mindy has carved a unique path in the Americana and folk world.
Bill Kirchen, Hangar on the Hudson, Troy, 7pm-11pm
Bill saw Dylan go electric at Newport in ’65, and was there in ’64 when he debuted Mr Tamborine Man. It ruined him for normal work. He’ll do songs from his catalog, including the Commander Cody years, plus the songs he saw Dylan do those two crucial years at Newport. All with his all star Texas band.
In 1964 and 1965, a young Bill Kirchen made two pilgrimages from his home in Michigan to Rhode Island to attend the legendary Newport Folk Festival at the peak of the folk revival. While there were wondrous performances from old folk and blues artists as well as the new generation of folk stars, all were overshadowed by the emergence of Bob Dylan.
Proximity Crush / Guyscrapers / Pink Lady / Bloodx3, No Fun, Troy, 6pm-11pm
From “Bar People.”
4/13 1:00 PM James Kelly- Other One Brewery
4/13 3:30 PM Justin Joyner- Hank Hudson Brewing
4/13 5:00 PM Masters Of Nostalgia- Cock & Bull
4/13 7:00 PM Bill Kirchen- Hanger on The hudson
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