Niki Kaos
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I met Brian O’Connell by taking online bass lessons from him and was instantly fascinated with his technical ability and passion for all things music. Performing bass in two innovative jam bands, Dead Man’s Waltz and Arukah, he’ll be spending two weekends in a row at the Rustic Barn in February – and will undoubtedly […]
The Kronos Quartet – Dazzling Experimentation that Pushes the Boundaries of Classical Music The Kronos Quartet is legendary for an innovative and emotionally expressive approach to the classical music genre. With over 1,000 collaborations with composers from all corners of the globe, Kronos has their ear to the ground and their hearts open to the […]
Photography By: Tim Reidy
If you’ve been out and about in the local music scene, you’ve probably seen John Cehowski – playing his 12-string guitar or in the audience supporting the musicians. John’s full guitar sound perfectly accompanies his thoughtful songwriting and rich voice. His lyrics and melodies take you on a visual and emotional journey that is touching […]
From outside the lovingly restored building, you can see the stained-glass windows glowing with subtle neon hues. The caliber of the tech inside Universal Preservation Hall is only surpassed by the quality of acts that come to Saratoga to experience performing in upstate New York’s recent addition to the mid-size concert venue offerings. And this […]
Jeffrey Gaines’ music has rock-n-roll and a lot of heart and soul. His lyrics paint the human experience with the watercolors of our emotions. The single “Hero In Me” from his first album had listeners taking notice. Then he made a splash with his take on Peter Gabriel’s “In Your Eyes”. Jeffrey’s songwriting invites you […]
Ani DiFranco w/ The Righteous Babes Revue: Gracie and Rachel, Holly Miranda & Jocelyn Mackenzie 11/11/2022 at Troy Savings Bank Music Hall In a music hall, in a city… Ani DiFranco and her Righteous Babe Review captivated a packed house on a rainy Friday night in Troy. The weather didn’t deter her many fans, and […]
I met Deb when she was performing in the duo Cavanaugh and Kavanaugh at the RPI Community and Cultural Center. It was an eclectic music event, and I was drawn to Deb’s easy-going vibe. We later grew closer when my son participated in her family friendly Music Together classes. Over the years, I’ve enjoyed seeing […]
I was taken by the beautiful, rich tone of Christine Bilé’s voice, effortless guitarwork and introspective lyrics. Her recorded work goes even further, highlighting layered vocals, ringing harmonies and rhythms that groove. I need to know more about where her creative inspiration comes from. RRX: For your latest single, “At Least I know I’m Free” […]
RRX: Your intrepid reporter, Niki Kaos, turned the interview format on its ear! Ky McClinton and Matty D, from the podcast Ky and I, hosted a roundtable interview. Like a songwriter’s circle, but with talking, not singing. Prince Reed produced the session, and we relaxed into the cozy atmosphere of Matty D’s Van Schaick Island […]
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