Author: Sara Busone
I met with the extraordinary artist Joe Schaefer at his personal studio – Stylo Design Studio – in Voorheesville. He is getting ready for his next gallery installation at Curio Cabinet of the Hudson Valley in Poughkeepsie, beginning April 11th and running through May. He took some time out of his schedule to do an […]
The Capital Region Flower & Garden Expo, March 27 – 29 at Hudson Valley Community College, was the perfect weekend event to get everyone in a spring mood. This three-day event featured garden displays and floral exhibits for attendees to explore, educational stations and seminars, indoor farmers markets showcasing fresh flowers, houseplants, artisans, handmade goods, […]
Song City saw a packed house last night for their International Women’s Day lineup, which included Jenna Nicholls, Amy Ryan, Jennifer Maher Coleman (of Architrave), and Deb Cavanaugh. The show ended with an emotionally stirring rendition of “Imagine”. O’Malley’s Oven and Mean Max Brewery provided refreshments. Photography by Sara Busone. More from Song City here […]
I visited White Lake Studios for the Upstate Unplugged Series, featuring Cold Chocolate. I interviewed the band and had a WONDERFUL time meeting and chatting with Dave Bourgeois about all things music, the origin of White Lake Studios, etc. Photography by Sara Busone. Read more about the Upstate Unplugged series here …
The second night of the fifth annual Raven Events Listen Up Awards was the Award Ceremony, honoring your favorites across a multitude of categories, as voted by you. The 2026 favorites (we don’t have winners and losers here) were: Solo Artist (Male): Gus Unplugged Party Band: Hit -N- Run Country Artist: Whiskey Highway Cover Band: Brian […]
The first night of the annual Raven Events Listen Up Awards was the Hero Ceremony, honoring those local legends whose reputations define them as heroes to the area music community. The 2026 class of heroes comprised: Peter Iselin The Daley Brothers Stigmata Blotto Section 8 Kevin McKrell Scotty Mac Ernie Williams and the Wildcats Eddie […]
Joanna Peterson Palladino Resnick‘s birthday bash was held at Hangar on the Hudson Friday night, combining an incredible celebration of friends and music. The Hammerhead Horns performed on stage, including collaborations with Johnny Rabb, Luke McNamee, and the birthday girl herself! Cake was served, many took turns at whacking the piñata, and Joanna was serenaded […]
Two Selves Gallery hosted the opening reception for “Pop Vulture: Street-Inspired Icons & Curiosities“, a Visual Vandalism Show by Artist Joe Schaefer. The exhibit will be open until February 21, and offers an inspired collection of work that reimagines pop culture with a visceral, gritty edge. Located in downtown Troy, Two Selves Gallery has been […]
Evermore Hall officially opened its doors on New Year’s Eve, throwing an incredible bash that sold out quickly. The wedding/event venue, owned by Andrew and Cassidy Pevzner, is located on the top floor of the Ilium Building in downtown Troy, and is open for reservations. Stu performed, Good Karma Studio had aerial dancers in attendance, […]
On December 7, 2025, the streets of Troy were packed for the 43rd annual Victorian Stroll! The weather was cooperative, the costumes were historically accurate down to detail, and people lined the streets and filled the bars, restaurants, and local businesses during the festivities. One such bar was Ryan’s Wake, where Off The Record treated […]
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