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By Sara Busone. RRX: So you came from Pittsfield? Christine Bilé: All the way from Pittsfield, Mass. RRX: Now how far away is that? CB: I think an hour and four minutes. RRX: So tell me, was guitar something you gravitated to? Singing, songwriting … I’m just curious about your origin story. CB: That’s a great question. I mean, I […]
This interview originally ran on November 2, 2021. By Richard Beach. RRX: MIke Skill is one of the founders of The Romantics and has a brand new record coming out called “Skill……Mike Skill” Mike: That’s right. I felt it was time to actually get my name out there and display what I’ve got. A lot […]
Another look at the season finale of Song City at the Waiting Room on May 12, featuring Zorbas Trio, Mundy, Ian Galipeau, and Amanda Case. Photography by Timothy Reidy. More coverage of the show here …
By Joshua Scarselli. We caught up with our friend Justin Rando after the latest XWA event in Pittsfield, MA. Rando suffered an upset that saw him lose the XWA Championship without even being pinned. He may have been knocked down, but is he out? Continue reading to find out! RRX: You train at the Elite […]
Image: Kristian Montgomery at the 2026 Listen Up Awards in Cohoes, N.Y. – photo by Frankie Cavone. RRX: Every artist’s first song is a milestone. But so is the latest song. Describe the first song/album you recorded, and also the latest song/album you recorded; what are the differences? Kristian Montgomery: My first album was “Small […]
Interview: Shemekia Copeland By: Rob Smittix Photo By: by Janet Mami Takayama RRX: I’m excited to be talking with you today. First of all, I’m reaching out because you are coming to our area, pretty much around the corner. May 22nd at the Incredible Egg. I don’t know, have you ever been there before? SC: […]
May’s edition of the Music at Noon series at Troy Savings Bank Music Hall featured violinist Emil Altschuler and included: Partita No. 3 in E Major Caprice No. 20 Ballade Mediation from Thais Tango Etude No. 3 Theme from “Schindler’s List” Por Una Cabeza An American in Paris Photography by Timothy Reidy. More from Troy […]
2026 Upbeat on the Roof Series Begins July 9 Free summer concert series highlights regional musical talent SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY (May 15, 2026) — The Tang Museum at Skidmore College announces the 2026 Upbeat on the Roof concert series. The free outdoor concerts begin Thursday, July 9, at 6 pm and continue each Thursday evening […]
Hello Everyone! We’re excited to extend a warm invitation to you for our inaugural Five One ART Studio LIVE!, happening this Saturday, May 17th at 3:00 p.m. at 344 2nd Street in Troy! Under the talented guidance of Jackie Tangerone, get ready for an immersive art experience that promises to be both inspiring and enjoyable. […]
Peak Music and Dance Launches New Multidisciplinary Arts Center Following $500,000 Personal Investment by Founders LATHAM, NY — After years of growth, community performances, and building one of the Capital Region’s most distinctive music training programs, the founders of Peak Music Studios are taking the next major step. Crystal Moore and Jeff Moore have partnered […]
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