Author: Stephanie J Bartik
The Albany Rock Pit: Building Confidence, Craft, and Community Through Music Words and Photography by Stephanie J Bartik, NY Rockstar Photographer The Albany Rock Pit has become far more than just a music school—it’s a creative haven where young musicians between the ages of 5 and 18 can discover their passion, develop their craft, and […]
A New Supergroup Shakes Up the Capital Region Words and Photography by Stephanie J Bartik (NY Rockstar Photographer) On Friday, March 28, 2025, a powerful new sound took over the stage for just the second time ever—but you’d never know it from the roar of the crowd or the chemistry in the band. Chain of […]
Saturday night saw the 11th edition of the Dustin Mele Memorial Concert, held at Brown’s Revoultion Hall. Each year, this outstanding event brings together a who’s who of the local music scene. This year’s concert featured the music of Eric Clapton, performed by the likes of Bobby Vandetta, Super 400, the Rob Beaulieu Band, Nick […]
Run Rabbit Run: A Tribute to Pink Floyd Words and Photography by Stephanie J Bartik. In the heart of Albany, New York, something extraordinary is happening in the local music scene. Run Rabbit Run, an eight-piece Pink Floyd tribute band, has become a sonic and visual force, transporting audiences back to the golden age of […]
Photography by Stephanie J Bartik. More from Universal Preservation Hall ….
Xperience Monthly and Mirth Films presented the 4th annual Listen Up Awards at Cohoes Music Hall yesterday, and man … it gets better every year. With much thanks to New Scotland Spirits and the rest of the sponsors, it was an incredible Sunday afternoon celebrating our local talent, “pure and easy” (with a nod to […]
A Night of Pure Rock Energy Words and Photography by Stephanie J Bartik / NY Rockstar Photographer On March 15, 2025, The Strand Theatre in Hudson Falls, NY, was transformed into a haven for rock fans as In Theory opened for the legendary glam rock band Angel. The event, produced by E 1 Presents under […]
The Outlaws Ignite Universal Preservation Hall with Southern Rock Mastery Words and Photography by Stephanie J Bartik. On March 6, 2025, the Outlaws brought their signature Southern Rock sound to the Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs, NY, delivering a powerhouse performance in a venue as unique as their music. Once a historic church, the hall has […]
Rocksackie Music Series Brings High Energy to the Wire Event Center Words and Photography by Stephanie J Bartik. The Wire Event Center came alive on Friday night as the Rocksackie Music Series, presented by Brian Jakusik, delivered an unforgettable double-headliner show. The evening featured two powerhouse bands: the genre-blending Psycho Mutton Chops and the high-energy […]
“A Man Named Cash” Breaks Records at the Strand Theatre in Hudson Falls Words and Photos by Stephanie J Bartik (NY Rockstar Photographer). The spirit of Johnny Cash was alive and well on Sunday, February 23, at the Strand Theatre in Hudson Falls, NY. The 3 p.m. matinee performance of “A Man Named Cash” was […]
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