Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Oneida teen competing online for spot on 'America's Got Talent'

Zack Stack, 19, from Oneida is one of 40 finalists competing for a spot on this summer's 'America's Got Talent' show on NBC. Stack, who will be a junior at SUNY Fredonia in the fall, submitted an 80-second video of himself singing "Me and Mrs. Jones." The person whose video receives the most votes will perform for the judges on the show August 10.

Click here and then click Voting Gallery. A composite of all the audition videos will be displayed. Enter Zack Stack in the Search window and then click on his thumbnail to open his video, Click the thumbs up icon to vote for him.

Here's his audition video:

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Wednesday, June 30: Bad Company's Brian Howe in Syracuse tonight

Former Bad Company lead singer, Brian Howe, headlines this week's Wednesdays on the Water concert at Syracuse's Inner Harbor. Emerald City and Smart Alec open the show, which starts at 5 p.m. Admission is free.

Also today

  • Kanjira performs at Johnson Park in Liverpool as part of the Liverpool is the Place concert series. Music starts at 7 p.m.
  • The City Band performs "Holidays Through the Years" at Breitbeck Park (41 Lake St., Oswego). The concert starts at 7:30 p.m. and admission is free.
  • Peter Frampton and Yes are at the Constellation Brands Marvin Sands Performing Arts Center (CMAC), Finger Lakes Community College campus (3355 Marvin Sands Drive, Canandaigua) for a show starting at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $21.50-$76.50.
  • Ed Goetz and the Silver Spurs are at Lonergan Park in North Syracuse for a free show starting at 6 p.m. 
  • Syracuse Symphony Orchestra's Brass Quintet perform at Mundy Public Library (1204 S. Geddes St.) at 2 p.m. 
At the clubs
  • Big Kahuna’s Raw Bar 17 Columbus St., Auburn) - The Funky Blu Roots, 6 p.m.
  • Bull and Bear Pub (125 E. Water St.) – 2 Hour Delay, 9 p.m.
  • Castaways (916 Route 37, Brewerton) – Tommy Barr, 6 p.m.
  • Dinosaur Bar-B-Que (246 W. Willow St.) – Big D host Open Jam, 10 p.m.
  • Funk ‘n Waffles (727 S. Crouse Ave.) – Open Mike, 8:30 p.m.
  • Fusion Room (3705 Brewerton Rd., North Syracuse) – Tiger, 8 p.m.
  • Mac’s Bad Art Bar (1799 Brewerton Road, Mattydale) – Rocky Horror Picture Show, 10 p.m.
  • Morgan's of Syracuse (329 Fay Rd. ) – Jerry Cali, 9 p.m.
  • Quaker Steak and Lube (3535 Walter St., Syracuse) – Kat Tale, 5 p.m.
  • Red Roosters Pub (4618 Jordan Rd., Skaneateles) - Shakedownblues
  • The Retreat (308 Vine St., Liverpool) - Elephantshoes, 7 p.m.
  • River Rock Bar and Grill (8 Bridge St., Phoenix) – Just Joe, 7 p.m.
  • Rosie's Sports Bar and Grill (1443 W. Genesee St.) - Michael Crissan, 8 p.m.
  • ShamROCKS! Rock and Roll Irish Pub (109 East Taft Road, North Syracuse) – Tony Marsala and Corey Paige, 9 p.m.
  • Shenanigan’s Bar and Grill (318 E. Fayette St.) – Ate Eleven, 9:30 p.m.
  • Sheraton University Inn (801 University Ave.) – Gary Frenay and Arty Lenin, 5 p.m.
  • Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.) – Open Mike with Mark Gibson and Mike Ranger, 10 p.m.
  • Suzy’s Tavern (346 W. Genesee St., Auburn) – Chief Big Way
  • Woody’s Jerkwater Pub (2811 Brewerton Rd., Mattydale) – Dave Hawthorn, 7 p.m.

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Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Tuesday, June 29: Funky Blu Roots at the Retreat

The Funky Blu Roots and Michael Crissan perform at Biker Night at The Retreat (302 Vine St., Liverpool). Music starts at 7 p.m.

At the clubs
  • Bull and Bear Pub (125 E. Water St.) - Open Mike with Tommy Connors
  • Hotch's Sports Bar (8081 Brewerton Rd.) - Dave Hawthorn, 6 p.m.
  • Lock 24 (33 Water St., Baldwinsville) - Open Mike with Sweet Lou, 8:30 p.m.
  • Pfohl's Beachouse (301 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach) - Cato and Lavancher, 6:30 p.m.
  • Red Rooster Pub (4618 Jordan Rd., Skaneateles Falls) - The Funky Blu Roots, 4:30 p.m.
  • Tavern on the Lock (24 S. First St., Fulton) - Paul Taylor, 6 p.m.
  • Village Tavern (6 E. Main St., Marcellus) - Open Mike with Joe Henson, 7:30 p.m.
  • Yesterday’s Royal (15 Canal St., Sylvan Beach) - Vicaroni and Vulcano, 6 p.m.

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Monday, June 28, 2010

Monday, June 28: Fritz's Polka Band in Liverpool tonight


Fritz’s Polka Band performs tonight as part of  the Liverpool is the Place concert series in Johnson Park (Corner Route 57 and Vine Street, Liverpool). The concert starts at 7 p.m.. Admission is free.

Also tonight
  • Ryan Burdick is at the Copper Top Tavern (905 N. Main St., North Syracuse) at 6 p.m.
  • Frank and Burns perform at The Retreat (302 Vine St., Liverpool) at 7 p.m.
  • Sean Patrick Taylor is at the Dinosaur Bar-B-Que (246 W. Willow St.)
  • George Leija and the Monday Night Band are at the American Legion Post 418 (9 Oswego River Road, Phoenix) at 6 p.m.
  • Michael Crissan is at O’Malley’s Cabin on the Lake (7938 County Road 153, Interlaken) at 6 p.m. 

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    Sunday, June 27, 2010

    Sunday, June 27: Natalie Cole headlines Jazz Fest today

    The 28th annual Syracuse Jazz Fest continues all day on the campus of Onondaga Community College. The event is free and parking is $5 per car. Along with great music, this year, the festival will feature the Syracuse Peace Council Crafts Fair. Here's Friday's music schedule:


    Main Stage

    Scholastic stage 
    • 3 p.m. - Fayetteville-Manlius High School Jazz Band
    • 4:30 p.m. - Paul V. Moore High School Vocal Jazz Ensemble
    • 6 p.m. - Liverpool High School Jazz Ensemble
    Clinics, master classes, meet-the-artist sessions in Whitney ATC
    • 2 p.m. - Michael Kaeshammer vocals and piano clinic and meet the artist, Room 153
    • 3 p.m. - Clifford Carter keyboards master class, Room 102/103, 3 p.m.

    Also today
    • St. Hyacinth Polish Picnic with Fritz’s Polka Band at St. Hyacinth Parish Grounds, Auburn (2 p.m.)
    • Grave Maker, Naysayer, Terror, Foundation, Violent Side and Forfeit at Lost Horizon, Syracuse, 6 p.m.
    • Gretchen Koehler, Don Woodcock and Rebecca Koehler at North American Fiddlers’ Hall Of Fame & Museum, Osceola starting at 2 p.m.
    • The Ultimate Thriller (Michael Jackson tribute) at the Stanley Theater (259 Genesee St., Utica)

    At the clubs
    • Al’s Wine and Whiskey Lounge (321 S. Clinton St.) – Los Blancos, 10 p.m.
    • Big Kahuna’s Raw Bar and Grill (17 Columbus St., Auburn) – The Fabulous Ripcords, 5 p.m.
    • Borio’s Restaurant (8891 McDonnells Parkway, Cicero) – Gary Frenay and Arty Lenin, 4 p.m.
    • Captain Jack’s Good Time Tavern (8505 Greig St., Sodus Point) - The Billionaires, 3 p.m.
    • Castaways (916 Route 37, Brewerton) - Country Castaways with George Leija, 2 p.m.
    • Cortland County Music Park (Route 13, Cortland) – Doc Weismore and the Ridge Road Ramblers, 2 p.m.
    • Dinosaur Bar-B-Que (246 W. Willow St.) - Turnip Stampede, 3 p.m.
    • Drive Way Inn (Route 3, Palermo) – Ed Goetz and Silver Spur, 4 p.m.
    • Harpoon Eddie’s (611 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach) – Dashboard Nixon, 7 p.m.
    • Higie’s Iron Horse Saloon (2721 Brewerton Road, Mattydale) – Quickchange, 1 p.m.
    • Moondance Tavern (2512 Route 20, Marcellus) – Tom Barnes, 5 p.m.
    • Pfohl’s Beachouse (301 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach – The Funky Blu Roots, 3 p.m.
    • Red Rooster Pub (4618 Jordan Rd., Skaneateles Falls) – Sarah Horner and Greg Carroll, 4 p.m.
    • The Retreat (302 Vine St., Liverpool) - Fab Five Paul, 6 p.m.
    • Rooter’s Tavern (4141 S. Salina Street) – Open Mike with Old School, 9 p.m.
    • Singer’s Karaoke (1345 Milton Ave.) – Karaoke with Daniel Jack, 9 p.m.
    • Sherwood Inn (26 W. Genesee St., Skaneateles) – Jamie Notarthomas, 4 p.m.
    • Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.) – Just Joe, 7 p.m.
    • Swifty’s (45 Perrine St., Auburn) – Tuff Luck, 6 p.m.
    • Waterfront Tavern (Brewerton Rd., Brewerton) – Ryan Burdick, 4 p.m.

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    Saturday, June 26, 2010

    Saturday, June 26: Richie Havens, Boz Scaggs and more at Jazz Fest

    The 28th annual Syracuse Jazz Fest continues all day on the campus of Onondaga Community College. The event is free and parking is $5 per car. Along with great music, this year, the festival will feature the Syracuse Peace Council Crafts Fair. Here's Friday's music schedule:


    Main Stage

    Scholastic stage 
    • 1:30 p.m. - Corcoran High School Jazz Ensemble
    • 2:30 p.m. - Mexico High School Jazz Ensemble
    • 3:30 p.m. - Skaneateles Middle School Jazz Ensemble
    • 4:30 p.m. - Skaneateles High School Jazz Band
    • 6 p.m. - Marcellus High School Jazz Ensemble
    • 7:30 p.m. - West Genesee High School Jazz Band

    Clinics, master classes, meet-the-artist sessions in Whitney ATC
    • 1 p.m. - Kimberley Jordan piano master class, Room 153
    • 3 p.m. - Chris “Toph-E” Parker drums master class, Room 153
    • 4 p.m. - Jay Ashby trombone master class, Room 153

    Also today
    • Gin Blossoms, Soul Asylum, Uncle Plum, and the Genesee Brewery Employee Band perform as part of Genesee Brewery’s “Rock the Cans” concert at the brewery (445 Saint Paul St., Rochester). Music starts at 4 p.m. and admission is $12.
    • The Glengarry Bhoys are at Center for the Arts (72 S. Main St., Homer) for an 8 p.m. show. General admission is $20.
    • Christian rockers, The Kerlin Syndrome, celebrate the release of their new CD, Strings of Men, at the Red House (201 S. West St.). The event starts at 8 p.m. Admission is $6.
    • Genesis and Peter Gabriel tribute band, The Waiting Room, headlines at the Westcott Theater (524 Westcott St.). Music starts at 9 p.m.
    • 1000 Islands River Run (Main St., Alexandria Bay) – Cousin Jake, 11 a.m.; The Jam Bones, 3 p.m.; Emerald City, 7 p.m.
    • The Bomb is at Clark Mills Fireman’s Field Days (Main St., Clark Mills) at 7 p.m.
    • The Guise performs at Green Lakes Park (Route 5, Fayetteville) at 5 p.m.
    • The Heaters are at Cobblestone Farm Winery & Vineyard (5102 Route 89, Romulus) at 1 p.m.
    • Morris and the Hepcats rock out at noon at Performance Harley Davidson (807 N. Geddes St.)
    • Moss Back Mule Band performs at Constantia Field Days (Fireman’s Field, Constantia) at 9 p.m.
    • Beach Party with Spanky’s Dilemma (3 p.m.) and Sons Of The Empire (9:30 p.m.) at Pfohl’s Beachouse, Sylvan Beach.
    At the clubs
    • American Legion (5575 Legionnaire Dr., Cicero) – Papa Joe, 8 p.m.
    • Asil's Pub, 220 Chapel Dr., Camillus) - T.J. Sacco and the Electric Rodeo, 9 p.m.
    • Association Island RV Resort (15530 Horseshoe Rd., Henderson Harbor) - Fab Five Paul, 8 p.m.
    • The Beginnings II (6897 Manlius Center Rd., East Syracuse) – Better Than Bowling, 10 p.m.
    • Buffalo’s (2119 Downer St., Baldwinsville) – F5, 9:30 p.m.
    • CJ's Pub (8902 South Seneca St., Weedsport) - Dovetail Joint, 9 p.m.
    • Castaways (916 Route 37, Brewerton) – Jazz Kats Big Band, 7 p.m.
    • Cedar House (813 W. Genesee St., Skaneateles) – Johnny Rage, 9 p.m.
    • Cornerstone Restaurant and Bar (6805 Main St., Redcreek) – Dave Hawthorn, 9:30 p.m.
    • Cortland Country Music Park (Route 13, Cortland) - George Kay Band, 7 p.m.
    • Denny's Mountain View (6662 Route 281, Preble) - Headin’ South, 9 p.m.
    • Dilaj’s (Route 34, Auburn) – Southern Comfort, 8 p.m.
    • Dinosaur Bar-B-Que (246 W. Willow St.) – Dave Hanlon’s Cookbook, 10 p.m.
    • Fusion Room (3705 Brewerton Rd., North Syracuse) – Expozure, 10 p.m.
    • Gathering Lounge (Route 57, Liverpool) – Tiger, 9 p.m.
    • Green Gate (2 Genesee St., Camillus) - Don Hook, 9 p.m.
    • Harpoon Eddie’s (611 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach) - Jamie Notarthomas Duo, 2 p.m.; Paul Case, 7 p.m.
    • Hotch’s (8081 Brewerton Rd., Cicero) – Trip-Wire, 9 p.m.
    • King Arthur's Pub (7 W. Bridge St., Oswego) – Damdog, 8 p.m.
    • Lake Effect (7 Syracuse St., Baldwinsville) – Brian McArdell and Mark Westers, 6 p.m.
    • Limp Lizards (4628 Onondaga Blvd., Geddes) – Frank Malfa and Mike Burns, 9 p.m.
    • Mac’s Bad Art Bar (1799 Brewerton Road, Mattydale) – D.I.L.F., 10 p.m.
    • MacNamara’s (5600 Newport Rd., Camillus) – About Time Band with Sheela Tucker, 8 p.m.
    • McGillicuddy’s (5863 Scenic Ave., Mexico) - 10:2:Midnight, 10 p.m.
    • Mirbeau Spa (851 W. Genesee St., Skaneateles) - Bernie McNabb and Bob Piorun, 7:30 p.m.
    • Mohegan Manor (58 Oswego St., Baldwinsville) - Nancy Kelly, 7 p.m.; Shakedown Blues Band, 8 p.m.
    • Monirae’s (688 County Route 10, Pennellville) – Under the Gun, 10 p.m.
    • Moondance Tavern (2512 Route 20, Marcellus) – Joanne Perry and Friends, 8 p.m.
    • Morgan's of Syracuse (329 Fay Rd. ) – Jerry Cali, 9 p.m.
    • Papa Joe's (8506 Greig St., Sodus Point) – Smokin', 9 p.m.
    • Pizza Man's Pub (50 Oswego St., Baldwinsville) - Sweet Lou Althoff, 9 p.m.
    • Quaker Steak and Lube (3535 Walter St., Syracuse) – Chris Taylor and the Custom Taylor Band, 7 p.m.
    • Shenanigan’s Bar and Grill (318 E. Fayette St.) – Ate Eleven, 9:30 p.m.
    • Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.) – Stroke with Isreal Hagan, 9 p.m.
    • Skiff's (37 James St., Alexandria Bay) - String of Pearls, 9 p.m.
    • Spencer's Ali (126 West 2nd St., Oswego) - Magical Mystery Tour, 6 p.m.
    • Suzy’s Tavern (346 W. Genesee St., Auburn) – Johnny Bender
    • Tavern on the Lock (24 S. First St., Fulton) - Hodson and Donelan, 6:30 p.m.
    • Vernon Downs (4229 Stuhlman Rd., Vernon) – The FabCats, 9 p.m.
    • Yesterday’s Royal (13 Canal St., Sylvan Beach) – Cleen Street, 9:30 p.m.

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    Friday, June 25, 2010

    Friday, June 25: Syracuse Jazz Fest kicks off today

    The 28th annual Syracuse Jazz Fest kicks off tonight on the campus of Onondaga Community College. The event is free and parking is $5 per car. Along with great music, this year, the festival will feature the Syracuse Peace Council Crafts Fair. Here's Friday's music schedule:


    Main Stage
    Scholastic stage 
    •  2:30 p.m. - Henninger High School Jazz Ensemble directed by Michelin Keleher
    • 3:30 p.m. - City of Syracuse Department of Parks and Recreation Stan Colella All-Star Band
    • 4:30 p.m. - Westhill High School Jazz Ensemble
    • 6 p.m. - Solvay High School Jazz Combo
    • 7:30 p.m. - OCC Jazz Band
    Clinics, master classes, meet-the-artist sessions in Whitney ATC
    • 2 p.m. - Jeff Lorber piano master class, Room 153
    • 4 p.m. - Randy Brecker trumpet master class, Room 102/103
    • 5 p.m. - Richard Bona bass master class, Room 153, 5 p.m. 

    Also tonight
    • Atlantic Flyway, Driftwood and John Cadley and The Lost Boys at Kellish Hill Farm Music Barn, Manlius at 8 p.m.
    • Kelly Birtch and Maria DeSantis perform at at fundraiser at Cafe at 407 (407 Tulip St., Liverpool). Admission is free.
    • The Glengarry Bhoys are at the Center for the Arts (72 S. Main St., Homer) for an 8 p.m. show. General admission is $20 ($16 for seniors and $10 for students).

    At the clubs
    • Back On Track Again Tavern (Route 11 Brewerton) – Dr. Killdean, 9:30 p.m.
    • Bosco’s Village Pub (210 Cogswell Ave., Solvay) – Karaoke with Ormond Entertainment, 8 p.m.
    • Brae Loch Inn (2 Albany St., Cazenovia) - Paul Taylor, 7 p.m.
    • Bridge Street Tavern (109 Bridge St., Solvay) – Main St. Music, 9 p.m.
    • Buffalo’s (2119 Downer St., Baldwinsville) – JD and Rollin’ South, 9:30 p.m.
    • Caddyshack Tavern (402 Old Liverpool Rd.) – DJ Skeet, 10 p.m.
    • Calypso Cay Restaurant and Bar (11 Dockside Dr., Central Square) – Jerry Cali, 7 p.m.
    • Carnegie Café (Maplewood Hotel, 7th North St. and Buckley Rd.) – Miss E. and Dovetail Joint, 8 p.m.
    • Clubhouse Tavern (126 W. Second St., Oswego) – Elephantshoes, 6 p.m.; Elephantshoes, 9 p.m.
    • Cooper’s Landing (7459 Murray Dr., Cicero) – DJ Tito, 9 p.m.
    • Creekside Books and Coffee (25 Fennell St., Skaneateles) - Mark Zane and Friends, 7:30 p.m.
    • Dewittshire Tavern (3010 Erie Blvd. E., DeWitt) - Mike and Stan, 9 p.m.
    • Dinosaur Bar-B-Que (246 W. Willow St.) – The Reissues, 9 p.m.
    • Empire Brewing Company (120 Walton St.) - Just Joe, 11 p.m.
    • Frank’s Country Roadhouse (7119 Minoa-Bridgeport Rd., East Syracuse) Chris Taylor and the Custom Taylor Band, 9:30 p.m.
    • Froggy’s Tavern (3898 New Court Road, DeWitt) – Smart Alec, 9 p.m.
    • Fusion Room (3705 Brewerton Rd., North Syracuse) – Kat Tale, 5:30 p.m.; F5, 10 p.m.
    • The Hangout (216 West Plum St., Edinboro) - White Picket Fence, 8 p.m.
    • Hot Topic (Great Northern Mall, Clay) - Augustine, 6 p.m.
    • J.P.'s Tavern ( Syracuse St., Baldwinsville) - Mike Estep Band, 6 p.m.
    • Jake’s Grub and Grog (7 E. River Rd., Brewerton) – Michael Crissan, 5 p.m.
    • Johnny B’s Jukebox (103 N. Geddes St.) – Karaoke w/Ormond Entertainment, 9 p.m.
    • Kelley’s Bar and Restaurant (5076 Velasko Rd.) – Los Blancos, 9 p.m.
    • Knoxie’s Pub (Route 20, Pompey) – Tommy Connors, 9 p.m.
    • Lakeview Lanes (723 Route 3, Fulton) – Shotgun Sunday, 10 p.m.
    • La Vie Boheme Bistro (109 - 111 Madison Street, Oneida) – Open Mike with Woody, 7 p.m.
    • Limp Lizards (4628 Onondaga Blvd., Geddes) – T.J. Sacco and the Electric Rodeo, 9 p.m.
    • Lucy’s Sports Bar at Holiday Inn (6555 Old Collamer Road, off Carrier Circle) - The Billionaires, 9 p.m.
    • Mac’s Bad Art Bar (1799 Brewerton Road, Mattydale) – The Brethren, 10 p.m.
    • Mohegan Manor (58 Oswego St., Baldwinsville) - Jimmy Cox, 7 p.m.
    • Old City Hall (159 Water St., Oswego) - Brian McArdell and Mark Westers, 6 p.m.
    • O’Malley’s (7938 County Rd. 153, Interlaken) – Jamie Notarthomas, 9 p.m.
    • Paddock Club (1 Paddock Arcade, Watertown) - Crimescene, 9 p.m.
    • Rain Lounge (218 Franklin St.) – DJ Keene, 10 p.m.
    • ShamROCKS! Rock and Roll Irish Pub (109 East Taft Road, North Syracuse) – Amethyst, 9:30 p.m.
    • Shenanigan’s Bar and Grill (318 E. Fayette St.) – Karaoke with Chad the Entertainer, 10 p.m.
    • Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.) – Brown Skin, 9 p.m.
    • Skiff's (37 James St., Alexandria Bay) - Morris and The Hepcats, 9:30 p.m.
    • The Stone Lounge (128 Main St., Cortland) – Rooster and The Road House Horns, 7 p.m.
    • Suzy’s Tavern (346 W. Genesee St., Auburn) – The DT’s and Chopping Block, 6 p.m.
    • Trapper’s II (101 N. Main St., Minoa) – Now and Then, 7 p.m.
    • Tommy’s Place (145 Railroad Ave., Newark) – Damdog, 9:30 p.m.
    • Valley Brook (8463 Seneca Turnpike, New Hartford) - Jimmy Wolf, 9:30 p.m.
    • Vernon Downs (4229 Stuhlman Rd., Vernon) – Soul Injection, 9 p.m.
    • Village Tavern (6 E. Main St., Marcellus) – Tuff Luck, 7:30 p.m.
    • Yesterday’s Royal (13 Canal St., Sylvan Beach) – The Billionaires , noon; The Sharp Dressed Penguins, 9:30 p.m.

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    Thursday, June 24, 2010

    Remembering Michael Jackson

    Friday marks the one-year anniversary of the passing of Michael Jackson. I will never forget how shocked I was when I first heard the news, and how I passed the ensuing days watching his videos and once again marveling at the genius of this amazing artist.

    Clearly, I'm not the only MJ fan who has rediscovered his music. In the year since his death, sales for his albums has hit 8.3 million (compared with 1.3 million in 2008). And, after a $250 deal with Sony Music in March, fans can expect reissues of older albums and releases of new, previously unreleased music.

    A year has passed and I still feel a sense of disbelief when I think about Michael Jackson's passing. His album Number Ones is in regular rotation in my car CD player and I notice that radio stations are still playing his music. I'm pleased that his once-tarnished image has been restored and in death, it's all about his music.

    In memory of Michael, here's a video from the Michael Jackson 30th anniversary concert held in Madison Square Garden September 10, 2001.

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    Thursday, June 24: Childhood's End at Market Block Party and more

    Childhood's End with special guest Jerry More on saxophone perform tonight at the Market Block Party at Syracuse's Regional Market. Detroit's Grand Circus opens the show! This week's admission is $5.00, which includes your first drink. Gates open at 6 p.m. and Grand Circus takes the stage at 6:30 p.m. with Childhood's End performing at 8:30 p.m.

    Also tonight
    • Garrett Knaub, Adrenaline Crush and One Hard Krank at B’ville T Party at Papermill Island, Baldwinsville at 6 p.m. Admission is $3 (over 21), $5 (under 21).
    • Fritz's Polka Band at the Oswego Farmers Market (6 p.m.)
    • Blueprints at Utica Harley-Davidson (4870 Commercial Drive, New York Mills) at 9 p.m.
    • Mere Mortals at Marcellus Park Pavilion, Marcellus at 7 p.m.

    At the clubs
    • Badlands Saloon (Syracuse St., Baldwinsville) - Dave Hawthorn, 9:30 p.m.
    • Beach House Bar and Grill (1928 E. Shore Dr., Lansing) - Joe Whiting and Terry Quill, 7 p.m.
    • Bitterman's, Pine Grove Country Club (4050 Milton Ave., Camillus) – Gary Frenay and Arty Lenin, 7 p.m.
    • Bluewater Grill (11 W. Genesee St., Skaneateles) - Tumbleweed Jones Band with Loren Barrigar Duo, 9 p.m.
    • Borio’s Restaurant (8891 McDonnels Parkway, Cicero) – Isreal Hagan and Stroke, 7 p.m.
    • Bull & Bear Pub (125 E. Water St.) - Salt City Ramblers, 9 p.m.
    • Caddyshack Tavern (402 Old Liverpool Rd., Liverpool) - DJ Skeet, 10 p.m.
    • The Candlelight (380 S. Railroad St., Parish) – Hellfish, 9 p.m.
    • Coleman’s Authentic Irish Pub (100 S. Lowell Ave.) – Michael Crissan, 10 p.m.
    • Cooper's Landing (Lakeshore Road, Cicero) – DJ Swing Low, 7 p.m.
    • Creekside Books and Coffee (25 Fennell St., Skaneateles) - Mark Mazengarb and Loren Barrigar, 7 p.m.
    • Cross Lake Marina Restaurant (Jordan Rd., Cato) – Elephant Shoes, 6 p.m.
    • Dewittshire Tavern (3010 Erie Blvd. E.) – Karaoke, 10 p.m.
    • Dinosaur Bar-B-Que (246 W. Willow St.) – Jim Suhler and Monkey Beat, 9 p.m.
    • Empire Brewing Company (120 Walton St.) – Just Joe, 10:30 p.m.
    • Funk ‘n Waffles (727 S. Crouse Ave.) – Thunder Body, 8 p.m.
    • Fusion Room (3705 Brewerton Rd., North Syracuse) – Karaoke, 10 p.m.
    • Harpoon Eddie’s (611 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach) - Jeff and Molly, 7 p.m.
    • Joe Reddick’s Sports Bar (2960 Erie Blvd. E., DeWitt) – Karaoke with Ormond Entertainment, 8 p.m.
    • Kitty Hoyne’s (301 W. Fayette St.) – Ryan Burdick, 9 p.m.
    • Kosta's Bar and Grill (105 Grant Ave., Auburn) – Sarah Horner and Greg Carroll, 6:30 p.m.
    • Lake Effect (7 Syracuse St., Baldwinsville) – Caged, 9:30 p.m.
    • Limp Lizard Lounge (4628 Onondaga Blvd.) - Sugardaddys, 7 p.m.
    • Mac’s Bad Art Bar (1799 Brewerton Rd., Mattydale) – Open Mike with Air Traffic, 9:30 p.m.
    • Mirbeau Spa (851 W. Genesee St., Skaneateles) - Bob Piorun, 7 p.m.
    • Panini’s (Green Lakes State Park, Fayetteville) - Now and Then, 5 p.m.
    • Papa Joe's (8506 Greig St., Sodus Point) - Smokin’, 7 p.m.
    • Parker's Grill (129 Genesee St., Auburn) – Paul Taylor, 8:30 p.m.
    • Pizza Man's Pub (50 Oswego St., Baldwinsville) - Open Mike with John Lerner, 7:30 p.m.
    • Port of Call (1161 Old State Route 31, Memphis) - Menagecoustic, 8 p.m.
    • Riverside Inn (930 South First St., Fulton) - Over the Top, 6 p.m.
    • Shifty's (1401 Burnet Ave.) - Jamie Notarthomas Duo, 8 p.m.
    • Tavern on the Lock (24 S. First St., Fulton) - Joe Donelan, 6 p.m.
    • Tinker's Guild (78 Franklin St., Auburn) - Marty Lee Flynn and Shannon Rae, 8 p.m.
    • Village Tavern (6 E. Main St., Marcellus) – Sirsy, 8 p.m.
    • Waterfront Tavern Deck (Route 11, Brewerton) – George Leija, 5 p.m.
    • Western Ranch Motor Inn (1255 State Fair Blvd.) – Tommy Barr, 6:30 p.m.
    • Yesterday’s Royal (15 Canal St., Sylvan Beach) - DVD, 7 p.m.

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    Wednesday, June 23, 2010

    'Idol's' Katharine McPhee to appear at New York State Fair

    Another 'American Idol' alum is coming to Central New York this summer. Season 5 runner-up Katharine McPhee will be performing at Chevrolet Court at the New York State Fair at 2 p.m. September 5. The concert is free with paid admission.

    Here's the lineup for Chevrolet Court for this year's fair as of June 22:

    More Idols in CNY
    • August 11: Josh Gracin is at the Chenango County Fair in Norwich
    • August 12: Clay Aiken and Ruben Studdard perform at Turning Stone Resort and Casino
    • August 23: Adam Lambert's GlamNation tour at the Palace Theatre (19 Clinton Ave, Albany).
    • Sept. 4: Kellie Pickler opens for Rascal Flatts at the Mohegan Sun Grandstand (New York State Fair)

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    Wednesday, June 23: Great White at Syracuse's Inner Harbor tonight


    Great White kicks off this summer's Wednesdays on the Water concert series at Syracuse's Inner Harbor (390 Kirkpatrick St.). Music starts at 5 p.m. with a performance by Kane. Admission is free.

    Also tonight
    • GWAR, Mobile Deathcamp and DilgeWithin at The Westcott Theater (524 Westcott St.)
    • Diamond Someday performs tonight as part of  the Liverpool is the Place concert series in Johnson Park (Corner Route 57 and Vine Street, Liverpool). The concert starts at 7 p.m.. Admission is free.
    • White Picket Fence performs at Booker T. Washington Community Center (23 Chapman Ave., Auburn) at 6:30 p.m.
    • Taste Of Elbridge Festival at Elbridge Plaza, Elbridge starting at 5 p.m.

    At the clubs
    • Big Kahuna’s Raw Bar 17 Columbus St., Auburn) - Ron Spencer Band, 7 p.m.
    • Castaways (916 Route 37, Brewerton) - Tommy Barr, 6 p.m.
    • Dewittshire Tavern (3010 Erie Blvd. E.) - Open Mike with Bob Holz and Jimmy Jennings, 9 p.m.
    • Dinosaur Bar-B-Que (246 W. Willow St.) – Pale Green Stars, 9:30 p.m.
    • Jake’s Grub and Grog (7 E. River Rd., Brewerton) – Just Joe, 7 p.m.
    • Laci’s Burger Joint (2700 James St) – Damdog, 5 p.m.
    • Meghan MacMurphy's (7990 Oswego Rd., Liverpool) - Brass Inc., 7 p.m.
    • Morgan’s of Syracuse (329 Fay Rd.) – Paul Taylor, 7 p.m.
    • Quaker Steak and Lube (3535 Walter St., Syracuse) – The Out-Takes, 6 p.m.
    • ShamRocks Rock & Roll Irish Pub (109 E. Taft Road, North Syracuse) - Silent Fury, 9 p.m.
    • Sheraton University Inn (801 University Ave.) – Gary Frenay and Arty Lenin, 5 p.m.
    • Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.) – Open Mike with Mark Gibson and Mike Ranger, 9 p.m.
    • Siena Restaurant (5633 W. Genesee St., Camillus) - Dan Elliott and Wayne Muller Duo, 6 p.m.
    • Suzy’s Tavern (346 W. Genesee St., Auburn) – The DT’s, 6 p.m.
    • Syracuse Suds Factory (320 S. Clinton St.) – John Spillett Jazz Quartet, 6 p.m.
    • Woody’s Jerkwater Pub (2811 Brewerton Rd., Mattydale) – Dave Hawthorn, 6 p.m.

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    Tuesday, June 22, 2010

    Video: Bo Bice at Taste of Utica

    Videos have surfaced from Bo Bice's performance Saturday at Taste of Utica. They aren't the greatest, but still give you a little taste of Bo's show!

    "Long, Long Road"



    "Witness"



    "The Real Thing"



    "Lonely, Broke, and Wasted"

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    Tuesday, June 22: Truth and Salvage Company at the Westcott Theater

    Truth & Salvage Co.Truth and Salvage Company performs at the Westcott Theater (524 Westcott St.) at 8 p.m. Paleface and Same Blood Folk open the show. Tickets are $10 at the door.

    Also tonight

    Letizia and The Z Band perform at Clay Park Central (4821 Wetzel Road, Liverpool) at 6:30 p.m.

    At the clubs

    • Hotch's Sports Bar (8081 Brewerton Rd.) - Dave Hawthorn, 6 p.m.
    • Lock 24 (33 Water St., Baldwinsville) - Open Mike with Sweet Lou, 8:30 p.m.
    • P.J.'s Pub and Grille (Walton St.) - Michael Crissan, 8 p.m.
    • Pfohl's Beachouse (301 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach) - Cato and Lavancher, 6:30 p.m.
    • Red Rooster Pub (4618 Jordan Rd., Skaneateles Falls) - Biker Night, 4:30 p.m.
    • The Retreat (302 Vine St., Liverpool) - Gary Frenay and Arty Lenin, 7 p.m.
    • Open Mike with Joe Henson (6 E. Main St., Marcellus) - Open Mike with Joe Henson, 7:30 p.m.

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    Monday, June 21, 2010

    Video: Los Blancos - The Best Rock Around

    Here's a video featuring one of Syracuse's best bands, Los Blancos.

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    Monday, June 21: Fab Cats in Liverpool tonight

    The Fab Cats perform tonight as part of  the Liverpool is the Place concert series in Johnson Park (Corner Route 57 and Vine Street, Liverpool). The concert starts at 7 p.m.. Admission is free.

    Also tonight
    • Ryan Burdick is at the Copper Top Tavern (905 N. Main St., North Syracuse) at 6 p.m.
    • Brian McArdell and Mark Westers performs at The Retreat (302 Vine St., Liverpool) at 7 p.m.
    • George Leija and the Monday Night Band are at the American Legion Post 418 (9 Oswego River Road, Phoenix) at 6 p.m.
    • The Steve Odum Band is at Red Rooster Pub (4618 Jordan Rd., Skaneateles Falls) starting at 4 p.m.  
    • John McConnell is at Dinosaur Bar-B-Que (246 W. Willow St.)
    • Weird Al Yankovic is at the Showroom at Turning Stone Resort and Casino at 8 p.m.

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    Sunday, June 20, 2010

    Bo Bice performs in Utica

    Here are some pictures of Bo in Utica June 19.

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    A more mature Bo Bice talks family, country, and music

    Bo Bice headlined Taste of Utica Saturday night, and before the show, I had a chance to sit down with him for a few minutes and catch up. The interview was in the Common Council Chamber of Utica's City Hall, a rather odd locale, but one that amused Bo! Before we talked, he insisted on sitting in the mayor's seat on the platform and posed for pictures.

    I hadn't talked to Bo in person since the 'Idol' tour show in Syracuse five years ago. That night was his first back on tour since having had major surgery, and while he kicked butt on stage, he was still in a lot of pain.

    Five years (and two more surgeries) later, Bo has a clean bill of health and is feeling great. He told me that, in the long run, being forced to take those breaks because of the surgeries worked to his advantage, giving him more time to focus on his family and on his music. He said he really needed that time off to acclimate to each stage of his journey and can't imagine how crazy things would have been if he'd been working and touring non-stop. He noted that Carrie Underwood, that season's winner, has not taken any time off in five years.

    Bo told me having his first child, Aidan, who is now five, made him aware of what's really important in life. He knew his priorities had to change and having a child grounded him.

    Bo said while he was disappointed that RCA dropped him after just one album, he is grateful for having had the experience of working with Clive Davis. He noted the great producers and songwriters who were involved in The Real Thing, and said he learned a lot about both the business and creative sides of producing an album. He now has his own studio and label, and has released two CDs, See the Light and most recently 3.

    Bo is also writing a lot and told me that when he's not on the road, his day job is writing songs. He's collaborating with other songwriters and finds this experience very rewarding.

    He mentioned that he flown up to CNY from Tampa where he performed Friday night at the Army Ball. He told me how much it means to him to do things to honor our men and women in uniform. "They are the true heroes," he said. He also mentioned the contributions of Judy Seale, founder of Stars for Stripes, a non-profit organization that provides entertainment to internationally deployed U.S. military forces. He has visited both Afghanistan and Iraq as part of this program and is passionate about the importance of this work.

    Bo told me his recognition of the importance of honoring our troops really started when the Season 4 Idols visited Walter Reed Army Hospital during the tour. He credited that visit with really opening his eyes to the challenges our forces face on their return home.

    We chatted a bit about his family and how he is trying to model his parenting after that of his father, trying to discipline by talking and reasoning rather than punishing. He said this doesn't always work, especially with a five-year old! Having three boys is a challenge, but he clearly enjoys being a dad and is very grateful that he is able to be there for them during these formative years.

    After we talked, Bo took to the stage and put on a 90-minute show that included songs from all three albums, including his radio hit "The Real Thing." The crowd of approximately 2,000 was with him all the way, and when I left, a long line was forming to get autographs and say hello.

    Bo Bice has come into his own as an artist and a man. But he's still humble and grateful for all the blessings that he has in his life. And, not incidentally, he still kicks butt onstage!

    (Originally published on syracuse.com)

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    Sunday, June 20: Old-Time Music Jam at Kellish Hill Farm

    The weekly Old-Time Music Jam kicks off at 1 p.m. at Kellish Hill Farm (3192 Pompey Center Road, Manlius). There's a $2 suggested donation.

    Also today
    • Guitar Performance Session at Solvay Public Library (615 Woods Road, Solvay) at 2 p.m. Admission is free.
    • The Oswego Valley Fiddlers perform from 2 to 5 p.m. at the North American Fiddlers’ Hall of Fame and Museum (1121 Comins Road, Osceola). Admission is free.
    • Community Wide Stone Soup Project Benefit with Acoustic Open Mic Stage (11 a.m. to 7 p.m.) at Auburn Public Theater, Auburn.

    At the clubs
    • B&B Lounge (310 South Ave.) – Anjela Lynn and Michael Houston, 7 p.m.
    • Big Kahuna’s Raw Bar and Grill (17 Columbus St., Auburn) - Over the Top, 5 p.m.
    • The Boat House (1397 Route 49, Constantia) - Jamie Notarthomas Duo, 4 p.m.
    • Borio’s Restaurant (8891 McDonnells Parkway, Cicero) – Jerry Cali, 4 p.m.
    • Castaways (916 Route 37, Brewerton) - Country Castaways with George Leija, 2 p.m.; Southern Comfort, 4 p.m.
    • Cedar House Lanes (813 W. Genesee St., Skaneateles) – Molly Shea Band, 5 p.m.
    • Dinosaur Bar-B-Que (246 W. Willow St.) - Miss E, 3 p.m.
    • Empire Brewing Company (120 Walton St.) – Pete McMahon and The Delinquints, 12:30 p.m.
    • Harpoon Eddie’s (611 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach) – Michael Crissan, 7 p.m.
    • Monirae’s (688 Route 10, Pennellville) - Under The Gun
    • Moondance (2512 Route 20, Marcellus) – Fitzy, 5 p.m.
    • Old Boathouse (1397 Route 49, Constantia) - Paul Taylor, 4 p.m.
    • Papa Joe’s (8506 Greig St., Sodus Point) – Smokin’, 4 p.m.
    • Pfohl’s Beachouse (301 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach – Last Call, 3 p.m.
    • Red Rooster Pub (4618 Jordan Rd., Skaneateles) – 4 on the Floor with Scotty Trudell, noon
    • The Retreat (302 Vine St., Liverpool) - The Guise, 6 p.m.
    • Rooter’s Tavern (4141 S. Salina Street) – Open Mike with Old School, 9 p.m.
    • Singer’s Karaoke (1345 Milton Ave.) – Karaoke with Daniel Jack, 9 p.m.
    • Sherwood Inn (26 W. Genesee St., Skaneateles) – Paul Taylor, 4 p.m.
    • Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.) – Paul Cebar and The Milwaukeeans, 7 p.m.
    • Singer’s Karaoke Club (1345 Milton Ave.) - Karaoke with Daniel Jack, 9 p.m.
    • Swifty’s (45 Perrine St., Auburn) – Sarah Horner and Greg Carroll, 6 p.m.
    • Waterfront Tavern (Brewerton Rd., Brewerton) – Ryan Burdick, 4 p.m.

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    Saturday, June 19, 2010

    Saturday, June 19: Bo Bice at Taste of Utica and more

    bo-bice-1-300x400.jpgAmerican Idol 4 runner-up, Bo Bice headlines the Time Warner Cable Taste of Utica festival at Hanna Park in downtown Utica. Bo will be performing at approximately 9:20 p.m. on the MVCC Main Stage.

    Along with live entertainment, the event features food and drink from Mohawk Valley restaurants. Attendees can purchase $1 samples of the best of each restaurant's menus. There will also be larger portions to purchase.

    Admission to the event is free. Click here for a complete schedule of live music for the event.

    Also today

    • The Rods featuring former Elf member and the late Ronnie James Dio’s cousin David Feinstein hit The Haunt (702 Willow Ave., Ithaca) The concert starts at 6:30 p.m. and admission is $10.
    • The Berwald Singers perform at Blessed Sacrament Church (3127 James St.) at 7:30. Adult admission is $10. 
    • Jon Peterson is at Auburn Public Theatre (108 Genesee St.) for an 8 p.m. show. Tickets are $6.
    • Civil Twilight is at Lost Horizon (5863 Thompson Road).
    • Frog Fest featuring Chris Taylor and the Custom Taylor Band at Verona Beach State Park, at noon
    • Wolcott Strawberry Festival (Main St., Wolcott) – Damdog at 3 p.m.
    • Art on the Porches (105 Ruskin Ave.) – Gary Frenay and Arty Lenin (12:45 p.m.), The Tipphillbillies (4 p.m.)
    • Juneteenth (Clinton Square) – Soul Mine (8:15 p.m.)
    • The Fully Loaded Band performs at Pompey Hill Fire Department (7407 Academy St., Pompey) at 8 p.m.
    • Letizia and The Z Band at the Everson Museum Park (401 Harrison St.) at 2 p.m.
    • Art In The Park with Magic John, music and more (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.) at Marcellus Park, Marcellus.
    • Summer Solstice Garden Tour with The Barrigar Brothers and Oswego Valley Fiddlers (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.) at Sycamore Hill Gardens, Marcellus
    At the clubs
    • American Legion (Rochester St., Hannibal) – Damdog, 2 p.m.
    • American Legion (Route 57, Phoenix) - Marshall Dillon Band, 7 p.m.
    • Asil's Pub, 220 Chapel Dr., Camillus) - Brian McArdell and Mark Westers, 9 p.m.
    • Back On Track Again Tavern (Route 11 Brewerton) – The Edge, 9:30 p.m.
    • The Beginnings II (6897 Manlius Center Rd., East Syracuse) – Anjela Lynn and Michael Houston, 10 p.m.
    • Brennan’s Beach (80 Brennan Beach Rd., Pulaski) - The Fab 570, 8 p.m.
    • Buffalo’s (2119 Downer St., Baldwinsville) – Trial By Fire, 9:30 p.m.
    • CJ's Pub (8902 South Seneca St., Weedsport) - Dave Hawthorn, 9 p.m.
    • Cedar House Bowling Lanes (813 West Genesee St., Skaneateles) - Dave Hanlon’s Cookbook, 9 p.m.
    • Celtic Harp (805 Varick St., Utica) – The Bomb, 8 p.m.
    • Clubhouse Tavern (126 W. Second St., Oswego) – Paul Taylor, 6 p.m.; Joey Belladonna’s Big Way, 9 p.m.
    • Cornerstone Restaurant and Bar (6805 Main St., Redcreek) – Johnny Rage, 9:30 p.m.
    • Creekside Books and Coffee (25 Fennell St., Skaneateles) - The Barrigar Brothers, 7:30 p.m.
    • Dailey's Pour House (9686 Main St. Brewerton) - Mark Charles, 9 p.m.
    • Dilaj’s (Route 34, Auburn) – Timeline, 8:30 p.m.
    • Dinosaur Bar-B-Que (246 W. Willow St.) – Tim Herron Corporation, 9 p.m.
    • Fireside Inn (2345 W. Genesee Rd., Baldwinsville) – Fab Five Paul, 6:30 p.m.; JD and the Rollin’ South, 9 p.m.
    • Fusion Room (3705 Brewerton Rd., North Syracuse) – Childhood’s End, 10 p.m.
    • The Gatherings at Greek Peak (2000 State Route 392, Cortland) - Gary Frenay and Arty Lenin, 7:30 p.m.
    • Georgetown Inn (Route 80, Georgetown) - Quickchange, 9 p.m.
    • Glenwood Golf Course Pub and Grill (694 Toad Harbor Road, West Monroe) - 10:2:Midnight, 8 p.m.
    • Happy Valley Inn (1628 Route 69, Parish) - Shotgun Sunday, 9:30 p.m.
    • Hotch’s (8081 Brewerton Rd., Cicero) – The Reissues, 10 p.m.
    • Jake’s Grub and Grog (7 E. River Rd., Brewerton) – Jamie Notarthomas, 3 p.m.
    • Lake Effect (7 Syracuse St., Baldwinsville) – Marty Moss and the Crab Family, 6 p.m.
    • Mac’s Bad Art Bar (1799 Brewerton Road, Mattydale) – Decree, 10 p.m.
    • Mirbeau Spa (851 W. Genesee St., Skaneateles) - Jane Murlin and Don Martin, 7:30 p.m.
    • Mohegan Manor (58 Oswego St., Baldwinsville) - Jerry Cali, 7 p.m.
    • Moondance Tavern (2512 Route 20, Marcellus) – Mojo, 9 p.m.
    • Morgan's of Syracuse (329 Fay Rd. ) – Gary Branch and Friends, 9 p.m.
    • Owasco Yacht Club (East Lake Road, Yacht Club Lane, Auburn) - Sarah Horner and Greg Carroll, 7 p.m.
    • Panini’s in the Park (Green Lakes Golf Course, Fayetteville) - Ryan Burdick, 6 p.m.
    • Pfohl’s Beachhouse (310 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach) – The Wannabees, 2 p.m.
    • Pizza Man's Pub (50 Oswego St., Baldwinsville) - The Guise, 9 p.m.
    • Preble Hotel (Route 281, Preble) - Fully Loaded Band, 1 p.m.
    • Quaker Steak and Lube (3535 Walter St., Syracuse) – John Glenn Band, 7:30 p.m.
    • Raging River BBQ (7B Birdie Square, Oswego) - Rich Walikis, 8 p.m.
    • Riveredge Resort Hotel (17 Holland St., Alexandria Bay) - Raised On Radio, 9 p.m.
    • Rydolph's Restaurant and Lounge (13430 Route 11, Henderson) - Southern Comfort, 9 p.m.
    • ShamROCKS! Rock and Roll Irish Pub (109 East Taft Road, North Syracuse) – Grime, A Couple Strangers, 9:30 p.m.
    • Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.) – The Tipphillbillies, 9 p.m.
    • Silverado Inn (135 Marginal Rd., Herkimer) - T.J. Sacco and the Electric Rodeo, 9:30 p.m.
    • Sotiris Taverna (6523 E. Seneca Turnpike, Jamesville) – Dennen, 8 p.m.
    • Sunset Grill (1319 Main St., Sylvan Beach) – Smart Alec, 9 p.m.
    • Suzy’s Tavern (346 W. Genesee St., Auburn) – Zayne featuring Mary Rose, 10 p.m.
    • Top Gun Tommy’s Tavern (6821 Lake Shore Rd. N., Verona Beach) - Bernie Clarke and the Rhythm Sharks, 5 p.m.
    • Village Tavern (6 E. Main St., Marcellus) – About Time Band with Sheela Tucker, 8 p.m.
    • Yesterday’s Royal (13 Canal St., Sylvan Beach) – The Billionaires , noon

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    Friday, June 18, 2010

    Friday, June 18: The Paper Tongues at Lost Horizon

    The Paper Tongues with Civil Twilight, Evaline, Grey Tide, Allergic to Bears rock Lost Horizon (5863 Thompson Road) starting at 6 p.m. Tickets are $10.

    Also tonight
    • Atlantic Flyway performs at 7 p.m. at Onativia Methodist Church (6257 Dodge Rd., LaFayette) as part of the Onativia Music Series. Admission is free although donations are accepted.
    • Tish Oney is at First Baptist Church of Syracuse (5833 E. Seneca Turnpike, Jamesville) for a 7:30 p.m. show. Donations will be accepted.
    • The Finger Lakes Chamber Music Festival featuring members of the Manhatten Chamber Orchestra takes place at 8 p.m. at Hunt Country Vineyards (4021 Italy Hill Road, Branchport). General admission is $15.
    • The Bottle Rockets with opener Samantha Crain are at Castaways (413 Taughannock Blvd., Ithaca). The show starts at 8 p.m. and tickets are $12.
    • Fulton Chain Gang rock the Deerfield Field Days (5476 Trenton Road, Deerfield) starting at 8 p.m.
    • T.J. Sacco and the Electric Rodeo perform at 8 p.m. at the Pompey Hill Fire Department (7407 Academy St., Pompey).

    At the clubs
    • Arena’s Eis House (144 Academy St., Mexico) - Jamie Notarthomas, 9 p.m.
    • Back On Track Again Tavern (Route 11 Brewerton) – Back Flash, 9 p.m.
    • Black River Ale House (Black River Blvd., Rome) – DJ Sugarbear
    • Bombadil’s Tavern (575 Main St., Phoenix) – Shotgun Sunday, 6 p.m.
    • Bosco’s Village Pub (210 Cogswell Ave., Solvay) – Karaoke with Ormond Entertainment, 8 p.m.
    • Brother’s Place (6821 Lake Shore Road N., Verona Beach) - Over the Top, 7 p.m.
    • Buffalo’s (2119 Downer St., Baldwinsville) – Crimescene, The Horn Dogs, 9 p.m.
    • Caddyshack Tavern (402 Old Liverpool Rd.) – Karaoke with Cornell Entertainment, 6 p.m.; DJ Skeet, 10 p.m.
    • Café at 407 (407 Tulip St., Liverpool) – Mark Zane and Steve Pederson, 7 p.m.
    • Calypso Cay Restaurant and Bar (11 Dockside Dr., Central Square) – Paul Taylor, 7 p.m.
    • Carnegie Café (Maplewood Hotel, 7th North St. and Buckley Rd.) – Donna Colton Plus One, 7 p.m.
    • Club Surge (136 Franklin St., Watertown) – Rocket Boyz, Changing Lanes, 10 p.m.
    • Coleman’s Authentic Irish Pub (100 S. Lowell Ave.) – Mike Estep Band, 9 p.m.
    • Crazy Clam (2392 Spencer Ave., Sylvan Beach) - Dave Hawthorn, 10 p.m.
    • Creekside Books and Coffee (25 Fennell St., Skaneateles) - Dave Ball, 7:30 p.m.
    • Daiker's Inn (161 Daiker's Circle, Old Forge) - Michael Crissan, 9:30 p.m.
    • Dewittshire Tavern (3010 Erie Blvd. E., DeWitt) - Dovetail Joint, 9:30 p.m.
    • Dinosaur Bar-B-Que (246 W. Willow St.) – The Fabulous Ripcords, 10 p.m.
    • Drumlins Restaurant (800 Nottingham Rd.) - The Smoking Loons, 8 p.m.
    • Empire Brewing Company (120 Walton St.) - Andy and Chris, 11 p.m.
    • Fireside Inn (2345 W. Genesee Rd., Baldwinsville) – Fab Five Paul, 6:30 p.m.; Papa Joe, 8:30 p.m.
    • Frank’s Country Roadhouse (7119 Minoa-Bridgeport Rd., East Syracuse) – Lonesome Crow, 9:30 p.m.
    • Froggy’s Tavern (3898 New Court Road, DeWitt) – Willie Kramer Band, 9 p.m.
    • Fulton Elks Club (Main St., Fulton) - Emerald City, 7 p.m.
    • Fusion Room (3705 Brewerton Rd., North Syracuse) – Smokin’ Worm, Bleed the Soul, 10 p.m.
    • Harpoon Eddie’s (611 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach) - Electric Scene, 7 p.m.
    • I.O.O.B Club Martville (Sand Hill Rd., Martville) – Damdog, 8 p.m.
    • Joe Reddick's Sports Bar (2960 Erie Blvd. E., DeWitt) - Carolyn Kelly Blues Band, 9 p.m.
    • Johnny B’s Jukebox (103 N. Geddes St.) – DJ CJ Styles, 9 p.m.
    • Kelley’s Bar and Restaurant (5076 Velasko Rd.) – Elephantshoes, 9 p.m.
    • LWB'S Camillus Grill (72 Main St., Camillus) – Menagecoustic, 8:30 p.m.
    • Lake Effect (7 Syracuse St., Baldwinsville) – Just Joe, 6 p.m.
    • La Vie Boheme Bistro (109 - 111 Madison Street, Oneida) – Open Mike with Woody, 7 p.m.
    • LeMoyne Manor (629 Old Liverpool Rd.) – Letizia and The Z Band, 8 p.m.
    • Limp Lizards (4628 Onondaga Blvd., Geddes) – Tuff Luck, 9 p.m.
    • Mac’s Bad Art Bar (1799 Brewerton Road, Mattydale) – Free Reign, 10 p.m.
    • MacNamara’s (5600 Newport Rd., Camillus) – 4 on The Floor with Scotty Trudell, 8 p.m.
    • Malarkey’s (Main St., McGraw) – Raised on Radio, 9 p.m.
    • Marble Hill Inn (4482 Marble Rd., Sherrill) - Jimmy Wolf, 6 p.m.
    • Millstone Restaurant (354 Route 5 W., Elbridge) – Stephanie Lutzy & Andy Rudy, 8 p.m.
    • Mohegan Manor (58 Oswego St., Baldwinsville) - Jimmy Cox, 7 p.m.; Shakedown Blues Band, 8 p.m.
    • The Old Boathouse (1397 Route 49, Constantia) - Over the Top, 8 p.m.
    • O’Toole’s (113 Osborne St., Auburn) – The Honky Tonk Hindooz featuring Terry Quill, Theresa Walsh and Taylor Price, 8 p.m.
    • Panini’s in the Park (Green Lakes Golf Course, Fayetteville) - Ryan Burdick, 6 p.m.
    • Patz on the River (6 E. First St., Oswego) – Anthony Joseph Swingtet, 7 p.m.
    • Pfohl’s Beachhouse (310 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach) – The Wannabees, 2 p.m.: Soul Injection, 9:30 p.m.
    • Pricker Bush (3642 County Route 57, Oswego) - Tiger, 9 p.m.
    • Rain Lounge (218 Franklin St.) – DJ Keene, 10 p.m.
    • ShamROCKS! Rock and Roll Irish Pub (109 East Taft Road, North Syracuse) – Never Seen, 9:30 p.m.
    • Shenanigan’s Bar and Grill (318 E. Fayette St.) – Karaoke with Chad the Entertainer, 10 p.m.
    • Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.) – Soul Risin’, 9 p.m.
    • Suzy’s Tavern (346 W. Genesee St., Auburn) – The Reissues, 10 p.m.
    • Ukranian National Club (125 Washington St., Auburn) - The Works, 9 p.m.
    • Uno Chicago Grill (Town Centre, Fayetteville) - Mark Ballard, 9 p.m.
    • Village Tavern (6 E. Main St., Marcellus) – Frank Malfa and Mike Burns, 7:30 p.m.
    • Yesterday’s Royal (13 Canal St., Sylvan Beach) – Dan Elliott and the Monterays, 9:30 p.m.

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    Thursday, June 17, 2010

    Thursday, June 17: Dirty Dozen Brass Band at the Westcott

    The Dirty Dozen Brass Band performs tonight at the Westcott Theater (524 Westcott St.). The Brethren open the show, which starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 at the door.

    Also tonight
    • Warrant headlines tonight's Market Block Party at the Syracuse Regional Market. Silent Fury opens the show, which starts at 6 p.m. Admission is $10 and includes one free drink.
    • Under the Gun and Square Pegs rock the B'Ville T Party at Papermill Island in Baldwinsville. The party starts at 6 p.m. Admission is $3 (over 21) and $5 (under 21).
    • Last Call performs at F.X. Matt Brewing Co. (811 Edward St., Utica) as part of the Saranac Music Series. The show starts at 5:30 p.m.
    • Mojo is at the Oswego Farmer's Market starting at 6 p.m.
    • The Ithaca Concert Band is at the Bernie Milton Pavilion in Ithaca for a free concert starting at 6 p.m.
    • Procol Harum (Constellation Brands - Marvin Sands Performing Arts Center) - 7:30 p.m.
    At the clubs
    • Borio’s Restaurant (8891 McDonnels Parkway, Cicero) – Timeline, 7 p.m.
    • Bull & Bear Pub (125 E. Water St.) - Salt City Ramblers, 9 p.m.
    • Cross Lake Marina Restaurant (Jordan Rd., Cato) - Lonesome Crow, 5 p.m.
    • Dewittshire Tavern (3010 Erie Blvd. E.) – Karaoke, 10 p.m.
    • Empire Brewing Company (120 Walton St.) – Just Joe, 10:30 p.m.
    • Fireside Inn (2345 W. Genesee Rd., Baldwinsville) – Mike Estep, 8 p.m.
    • Ithaca Ale House (111 N. Aurora St., Ithaca) – Michael Crissen, 10:30 p.m.
    • Kitty Hoyne’s (301 W. Fayette St.) – Tommy Connors, 8 p.m.
    • Kosta’s Bar and Grill (105 Grant Ave., Auburn) – Gary Frenay and Artie Lenin, 6:30 p.m.
    • Lake Effect (7 Syracuse St., Baldwinsville) – D.I.L.F., 9:30 p.m.
    • Mac’s Bad Art Bar (1799 Brewerton Rd., Mattydale) – Open Mike with Air Traffic, 9:30 p.m.
    • Mirbeau Spa (851 W. Genesee St., Skaneateles) - Nancy Kelly, 7:30 p.m.
    • Molly McGee’s Pub (209 Oswego St., Liverpool) – Mark Charles, 6 p.m.
    • Parker's Grill (129 Genesee St., Auburn) – Rhyne McCormick, 8 p.m.
    • Pine Grove (1404 Route 17, Bernhards Bay) - Jamie Notarthomas, 7 p.m.
    • Pizza Man's Pub (50 Oswego St., Baldwinsville) - John Lerner host Open Mic, 7:30 p.m.
    • Raging River BBQ (7B Birdie Square, Oswego) – 6 p.m.
    • Riverside Inn (930 S. First St., Fulton) - Patti and The Cruz-ers, 6 p.m.
    • Shifty's (1401 Burnet Ave.) - Tiger, 8 p.m.
    • Singer's Karaoke Club (1345 Milton Ave.) – Karaoke with DJ Octane, 9 p.m.
    • Tavern on the Lock (24 S. First St., Fulton) - Joe Donelan, 6 p.m.
    • Tinker's Guild (78 Franklin St., Auburn) - Donna Colton, 8 p.m.
    • Waterfront Tavern Deck (Route 11, Brewerton) – George Leija, 5 p.m.
    • Western Ranch Motor Inn (1255 State Fair Blvd.) – Tommy Barr, 6:30 p.m.
    • Yesterday’s Royal (15 Canal St., Sylvan Beach) - Soul Traders, 7 p.m.

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    Wednesday, June 16, 2010

    Wednesday, June 16: Ron Spencer Band in Liverpool tonight

    The Ron Spencer Band performs tonight as part of  the Liverpool is the Place concert series in Johnson Park (Corner Route 57 and Vine Street, Liverpool). The concert starts at 7 p.m.. Admission is free.

    Also today
    • Valerie Smith and Liberty Pike are at Kellish Hill Farm (3192 Pompey Center Road, Manlius) for an 8 p.m. show. Tickets are $15 at the door. 
    •  Tony Lombardo performs at the Marcellus Free Library (32 Maple St, Marcellus) at 2 p.m.
    • The Funky Blue Muskrats perform at Veterans' Memorial Park in Jordan. The concert starts at 6 p.m. and admission is free.
    • Staz Chesla and Chris Murray are at Boyle Senior Center (149 Genesee St., Auburn) for a free concert starting at 6 p.m.

    At the clubs
    • Caddyshack Tavern (402 Old Liverpool Rd., Liverpool) - Karaoke with Cornell Entertainment, 9 p.m.
    • Daniella’s (670 State Fair Blvd.) – DJ SugarBear, 9 p.m.
    • Dewittshire Tavern (3010 Erie Blvd. E.) - Open Mike with Bob Holz and Jimmy Jennings, 9 p.m.
    • La Vie Boheme Bistro (109 - 111 Madison Street, Oneida) - Open mike with Woody, 7 p.m.
    • Laci’s Burger Joint (2700 James St.) – Mark Zane and Steve Pederson, 5 p.m.
    • LaFayette Inn (Route 11, LaFayette) – Smokin’, 6 p.m.
    • Morgan’s of Syracuse (329 Fay Rd.) – Paul Taylor, 7 p.m.
    • Red Roosters Pub (4618 Jordan Rd., Skaneateles) – Karaoke with Spotlight and Marty Flynn, 9 p.m.
    • The Retreat (302 Vine St., Liverpool) – Ryan Burdick, 7 p.m.
    • River Rock Bar and Grill (8 Bridge St., Phoenix) - Just Joe, 8 p.m.
    • Quaker Steak and Lube (3535 Walter St., Syracuse) – About Time Band with Sheela Tucker, 6 p.m.
    • ShamRocks Rock & Roll Irish Pub (109 E. Taft Road, North Syracuse) - Rebecca Hickman, 9 p.m.
    • Sheraton University Inn (801 University Ave.) – Gary Frenay and Arty Lenin, 5 p.m.
    • Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.) – Open Mike with Mark Gibson and Mike Ranger, 9 p.m.
    • Singer’s Karaoke (1345 Milton Ave.) - Karaoke with Dr. Fantastic, 9 p.m.
    • Syracuse Suds Factory (320 S. Clinton St.) – Nancy Kelly, 6 p.m.
    • Woody’s Jerkwater Pub (2811 Brewerton Rd., Mattydale) – Dave Hawthorn, 6 p.m.

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    Tuesday, June 15, 2010

    More Taylor Hicks video from Syracuse Balloon Fest

    More videos from Taylor Hicks' performance Sunday at the Syracuse Balloon Festival are surfacing, including my favorite, "Seven Mile Breakdown."



    "Gonna Move"

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    Cazenovia Summer Concert Series lineup set

    The Greater Cazenovia Chamber of Commerce has announced the lineup for the 2010 Oneida Savings Bank Summer Concert Series to be held in Lakeland Park. The weekly concerts are free.

    This summer's shows are as follows:
    • June 24: The Cazenovia Community Band (7 p.m.)
    • July 4: The CrossCreek Band reunion with the FabCats and Route 66 (4 p.m.)
    • July 8: Oldfield 5 / Ten Strings (6 p.m.)
    • July 15: Tom Bronzetti Trio / J.T. Hall Jazz Consort (6 p.m.)
    • July 22: The PartyNuts / The Adventures (6 p.m.)
    • July 29: The LeBlanc Bros and Friends (6 p.m.)
    • Aug. 5: Cadley and Wenthen (6 p.m.) and John Cadley and the Lost Boys (7 p.m.)
    • Aug. 12: Timeline (6 p.m.)
    • Aug. 19: The Mario DeSantis Orchestra (6 p.m.)

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    Tuesday, June 15: Live music in and around the 'Cuse


    Here's what's going on in and around the 'Cuse this Tuesday night..
    • The Spirit of Syracuse invites women who love to sing to an evening of music at United Church of Christ (215 Blackberry Rd., Clay). The group is looking for new members, so if you love to sing, you might want to consider this great group. Music starts at 7 p.m.
    • The Nines, an all-female jazz band, perform at the Mundy Branch Library (1204 S. Geddes St.) at 7 p.m. Admission is free.
    At the clubs
    • Hotch's Sports Bar (8081 Brewerton Rd.) - Brian Alexander, 6 p.m.
    • Lock 24 (33 Water St., Baldwinsville) - Open Mike with Sweet Lou, 8:30 p.m.
    • Lucy's Sport Bar at Holiday Inn (6555 Old Collamer Rd., East Syracuse) - Dave Hawthorn, 7:30 p.m.
    • Nobles Plaza (Route 48, Baldwinsville) - The Jam Bones, 6:30 p.m.
    • P.J.'s Pub and Grille (Walton St.) - Jamie Notarthomas, 8 p.m.
    • Pfohl's Beachouse (301 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach) - Cato and Lavancher, 6:30 p.m.
    • Red Rooster Pub (4618 Jordan Rd., Skaneateles Falls) - RuBiqon, 4:30 p.m.
    • Tavern on the Lock (24 S. First St., Fulton) - Paul Taylor, 6 p.m.
    • Open Mike with Joe Henson (6 E. Main St., Marcellus) - Open Mike with Joe Henson, 7:30 p.m.

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    Monday, June 14, 2010

    Taylor Hicks peforms at the Syracuse Balloon Festival

    Taylor Hicks was up in Jamesville Sunday night and kicked some serious butt! Here are a couple of videos:

    Back To Louisiana



    I Live on a Battlefield



    Videos courtesy MJ's Big Blog

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    Monday, June 14: Liverpool Community Chorus performs tonight

    The Liverpool Community Chorus performs tonight as part of  the Liverpool is the Place concert series in Johnson Park (Corner Route 57 and Vine Street, Liverpool). The concert starts at 7 p.m.. Admission is free.

    Also tonight
    • Ryan Burdick is at the Copper Top Tavern (905 N. Main St., North Syracuse) at 6 p.m.
    • Brian McArdell and Mark Westers performs at The Retreat (302 Vine St., Liverpool) at 7 p.m.
    • George Leija and the Monday Night Band are at the American Legion Post 418 (9 Oswego River Road, Phoenix) at 6 p.m.
    • Mike and Stan are at Red Rooster Pub (4618 Jordan Rd., Skaneateles Falls) starting at 4 p.m.  

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      Sunday, June 13, 2010

      Fox Fest set for July 31

      Get set for an all day party on July 31 as Fox Fest makes its CNY debut. The event will feature five bands, including Childhood's End,  Vinyl Albums Live - Led Zeppelin Tribute, Chris Taylor and the Custom Taylor Band, CrossRhoads - A Musical Tribute to Randy Rhoads era Ozzy, Rainline, Tiger, and Off the Reservation.

      The event will take place at 3242 Fox Road. To attend, you must make a reservation by June 30th by calling 315-876-0273 or email albelmotel@yahoo.com.  

      Admission, which includes a commemorative tee shirt, is by donation. Donations can be dropped off at Limp Lizard. 


      For more information, check out the Fox Fest Facebook page.

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      Sunday, June 13: Taylor Hicks at Jamesville Balloon Fest

      The 31st annual Jamesville Balloon Festival continues at Jamesville Beach. Music starts at 1:30 p.m with a performance by the Mike Estep Band. Admission is $7 and includes parking.

      Here's the full music lineup:


      Also today
      The 56th Annual Syracuse Polish Festival continues in Clinton Square in downtown Syracuse.

      At the clubs
      • B&B Lounge (310 South Ave.) – Anjela Lynn and Michael Houston, 7 p.m.
      • Borio’s Restaurant (8891 McDonnells Parkway, Cicero) – Gary Freanay and Arty Lenin, 4 p.m.
      • Castaways (916 Route 37, Brewerton) - Country Castaways with George Leija, 2 p.m.; Jamie Notarthomas, 3 p.m.
      • Cedar House Lanes (813 W. Genesee St., Skaneateles) – Shakedown Blues Band, 5 p.m.
      • Empire Brewing Company (120 Walton St.) – Los Blancos, 12:30 p.m.
      • Harpoon Eddie’s (611 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach) – DJ SugarBear, 7 p.m.
      • Monirae’s (688 Route 10, Pennellville) - Shaun Luu Horror Fest, 12:30 p.m.
      • Old Boathouse (1397 Route 49, Constantia) - Paul Taylor, 4 p.m.
      • Pfohl’s Beachouse (301 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach – Saddletramp, 3 p.m.
      • The Retreat (302 Vine St., Liverpool) - Frank Malfa and Mike Burns, 6 p.m.
      • The Roost Country Showcase (West Hentietta Rd., Henrietta) – JD and Rollin’ South, 2 p.m.
      • Rooter’s Tavern (4141 S. Salina Street) – Open Mike with Old School, 9 p.m.
      • Singer’s Karaoke (1345 Milton Ave.) – Karaoke with Daniel Jack, 9 p.m.
      • Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.) – TK99 Soundcheck with The Siders, 7 p.m.
      • Singer’s Karaoke Club (1345 Milton Ave.) - Karaoke with Daniel Jack, 9 p.m.
      • Swifty’s (45 Perrine St., Auburn) – 4 on The Floor with Scotty Trudell, 6 p.m.
      • Thunderbird Lanes (7252 State Fair Blvd.) - Forbidden Dawn, 3 p.m.
      • Waterfront Tavern (Brewerton Rd., Brewerton) – Ryan Burdick, 4 p.m.

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      Saturday, June 12, 2010

      Adam Lambert to perform at Albany's Palace Theatre

       
      Adam Lambert's GlamNation tour is inching closer to Central New York. The 'American Idol 8' runner-up will be performing at the Palace Theatre (19 Clinton Ave, Albany) on August 23. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, June 18. Tickets are priced at $32.50 and will be available at the Palace box office, 19 Clinton Ave., Albany, and online through Ticketmaster.


      The show was originally scheduled for the Northern Lights Club in Clinton, but was deemed to be too big for the venue.

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      Saturday, June 12: April Wine and more at Jamesville Balloon Festival

      The 31st annual Jamesville Balloon Festival continues at Jamesville Beach. Music starts at 2 p.m with a performance by the Mike Estep Band. Admission is $7 and includes parking.

      Here's the full music lineup:

      Also today
      The 56th Annual Syracuse Polish Festival continues in Clinton Square in downtown Syracuse. Here’s today’s entertainment lineup:
      • Fritz’s Polka Band (Verona, NY)
      • Ashley Cox (Winner SAMMY for Best New Artist)
      • New Faze and Tony Blazonczyk (Chicago, IL)
      • Lowicz Dance Ensemble (Edmonton, AL, Canada)
      • Lechowia Dance Company (Toronto, ON, Canada)
      • Pole of the Year 2010 award
      • Jimmy Sturr and His Orchestra

      More events
      • BTW After School Program Fundraiser featuring The Weakness with T Six Brown, Road To Recovery, The Scarlet Ending and Wake The Dreaming at Booker T. Washington Community Center, Auburn (6 p.m.)
      • Founder’s Day Fesztival with Mark Doyle and The Maniacs and Los Blancos Downtown Genesee Street Stage, Auburn (3:30 p.m.)
      • 2010 Cicero Community Festival with Smokin’ at Sacred Heart Church Parking Lot, Cicero (6 p.m.)
      • Reckless Drivin’ and Brass Inc. as part of the Blessing of the Fleet at Budweiser Amphitheater (Papermill Island, Baldwinsville). Music starts at 6;30 p.m.
      • Mojo performs at Sackets Harbor Battlefield (West Main Street, Sackets Harbor) at 1 p.m.
      • Mad Agnes is at Robinson Memorial Presbyterian Church (126 S. Terry Road) at 8 p.m.
      • Michael Gordon performs as part of Paninis in the Park at Green Lakes State Park Golf Clubhouse at 5:30 p.m.
      • The Mexico Music Festival kicks off at 9 a.m. at Mexico High School (3338 Main St., Mexico). Admission is free.
      • John Cadley and the Lost Boys perform at 3:30 p.m. as part of the annual Skyway Festival at Hooks Wiltse Field ((Eaton Street, Hamilton) The festival, which runs from 2-6 p.m. also features Zero Flow, Ed Vollmer and Dave Williams, Chris White and the Adishakti Dancers.
      • MyChildren MyBride perform at 7 p.m. at the Lost Horizon (5863 Thompson Rd.). Admission is $14 at the door.
      • The Syracuse Chorale presents "Life is a Cabaret" at Blessed Sacrament School (3127 James St.). The concert starts at 7:30. There will be a silent auction at 6:30. Admission is $15.
      • Francisco Casanova performs at 8 p.m. at Smith Opera House (82 Seneca St., Geneva). General admission is $18.
      • The Kruno Spisic Gypsy Jazz Trio performs at 8 p.m. Rome Art Center Arthouse Café (308 W. Bloomfield St., Rome). Admission is $15.
      • Linda McRae performs at 8 p.m. at Kellish Hill Farm (3192 Pompey Center Road, Manlius). Admission is $15.

      At the clubs
      • American Legion (Route 57, Phoenix) - Touch of Comfort Band, 7 p.m.
      • Asil's Pub, 220 Chapel Dr., Camillus) - Tommy Connors, 9 p.m.
      • Bad to the Bone BBQ (5120 Route 104, Williamson) – Damdog, 6 p.m.
      • The Beginnings II (6897 Manlius Center Rd., East Syracuse) – John Puma and Booty Inc., 9 p.m.
      • Benny’s Place (9543 Main St., Holland Patent) – Jimmy Wolf, 8 p.m.
      • Best Western Carriage House Inn (300 Washington Street Watertown) – Smoke And Mirrors, 9 p.m.
      • Bistro L’Elephant (238 W. Jefferson St.) – E.S.P., 7 p.m.
      • Bridge Street Tavern (109 Bridge St., Solvay) – The Z-Bones, 9 p.m.
      • Buffalo’s (2119 Downer St., Baldwinsville) – Free Reign, 9 p.m.
      • Bull and Bear Pub (125 E. Water St.) – Boots n’ Shorts, 10 p.m.
      • CJ's Pub (8902 South Seneca St., Weedsport) - Dr.Killdean, 9 p.m.
      • Calypso Cay Restaurant and Bar (11 Dockside Dr., Central Square) – George Leija, 7 p.m.
      • Carnegie Café (Maplewood Hotel, 7th North St. and Buckley Rd.) – CXtec Dinosaurs, 7 p.m.
      • Castaways (916 Route 37, Brewerton) – The Coachmen with Elizabeth Fern, 8 p.m.
      • Cedar House (813 W. Genesee St., Skaneateles) – Four On The Floor, 4 p.m.; Tuff Luck, 9 p.m.
      • Celtic Harp (805 Varick St., Utica) – Fulton Chain Gang, 8 p.m.
      • Charlie's Place (Route 11 Hastings) – 10:2:Midnight, 9:30 p.m.
      • Corrados (9439 Riverforest Rd., Weesport) - Hard 2 Handle, 9 p.m.
      • Crazy Gator (W. First St., Fulton) - Smokin’ Worm, 9:30 p.m.
      • Creekside Books and Coffee (25 Fennell St., Skaneateles) - Sarah Horner and Greg Carroll, 7:30 p.m.
      • Cross Lake Marina Restaurant (Jordan Rd., Cato) – Quickchange, 9 p.m.
      • Crossroads Bar and Grille (3120 N. Triphammer Rd., Lansing) – Los Blancos, 9 p.m.
      • Dinosaur Bar-B-Que (246 W. Willow St.) – The FabCats, 10 p.m.
      • Falcon Lanes (75 Pulaski St., Auburn) – Gary Dunes Band, 9:30 p.m.
      • Fireside Inn (2345 W. Genesee Rd., Baldwinsville) – Papa Joe, 8:30 p.m.
      • Frank’s Country Roadhouse (7119 Minoa-Bridgeport Rd., East Syracuse) – One Hard Krank, 9:30 p.m.
      • Froggy’s Tavern (3898 New Court Road, DeWitt) – El Kabong, 9 p.m.
      • Fusion Room (3705 Brewerton Rd., North Syracuse) – Chris Taylor and the Custom Taylor Band, 9:30 p.m.
      • George O’Dea’s (1333 W. Fayette St.) - Green On Top, 8 p.m.
      • Georgetown Inn (Route 80, Georgetown) - Headin’ South, 9 p.m.
      • Giving Tree Café (310 Stewart Ave., Ithaca) - Salt City Ramblers, 8 p.m.
      • Hairy Tony’s (102 Main St., Cortland) - Sarah Horner and Greg Carroll, 9:30 p.m.
      • Half Penny Pub (321 W. Fayette St.) – Catastrophe Me wkey, 9 p.m.
      • Hollyrock on the Beach (308 Spencer Ave., Sylvan Beach) - Chameleon, 8 p.m.
      • Hotch’s (8081 Brewerton Rd., Cicero) – Stone Albatross, 10 p.m.
      • Hotel Adams Steak and Brew (400 Church St., Adams) - Catastrophe Me, 9:30 p.m.
      • Ithaca Plantation Bar and Grill (1285 Dryden Rd., Ithaca) - The Smoking Loons, 6 p.m.
      • Kelley’s Bar and Restaurant (5076 Velasko Rd.) – Kim Fetters and Andy Rudy, 9 p.m.
      • The Killabrew Saloon (10 Clinton Rd., New Hartford) - The Hazbinz, 9 p.m.
      • Kilpatrick's (130 E. Seneca St., Ithaca) - Sarah Horner and Greg Carroll, 4:30 p.m.
      • King Arthur's Pub (7 W. Bridge St., Oswego) – Damdog, 8 p.m.
      • King Ferry Hotel (1847 State Route 90N, King Ferry) - Damdog, 8 p.m.
      • King Neptune’s Pub (1 Kurosaka Lane, Lake George) – Crimescene, 10 p.m.
      • Klub Polski (526 Teall Ave.) – Zac Attack Out of this World, 5:30 p.m., $5
      • Knoxie’s Pub (Route 20, Pompey) – Fully Loaded Band, 9 p.m.
      • Kosta’s Bar and Grill (105 Grant Ave., Auburn) - Kim Fetters and Andy Rudy, 9 p.m.
      • Krazy Horse Saloon (14 Margaret St., Plattsburgh) - Fulton Chain Gang
      • Lake Effect (7 Syracuse St., Baldwinsville) – Mike Estep Band, 6 p.m.
      • Limp Lizards (4628 Onondaga Blvd., Geddes) – Mike and Stan, 9 p.m.
      • Mac’s Bad Art Bar (1799 Brewerton Road, Mattydale) – The 80’s Hair Band, 10 p.m.
      • MacNamara’s (5600 Newport Rd., Camillus) – Salt City Ramblers, noon
      • Metro Sushi Bar and Lounge (505 Westcott St.) – Akuma Roots, 10 p.m.
      • Mirbeau Spa (851 W. Genesee St., Skaneateles) - Nancy Kelly, 7:30 p.m.
      • Mohegan Manor (58 Oswego St., Baldwinsville) - Shakedown Blues Band, 8 p.m.
      • Monirae’s (688 County Route 10, Pennellville) – Amelia is Dead, 10 p.m.
      • Moondance Tavern (2512 Route 20, Marcellus) – Bob Perry’s Rockin Country Blues Band, 9 p.m.
      • Morgan's of Syracuse (329 Fay Rd. ) – Paul Taylor, 7 p.m.
      • Paddock Club (1 Paddock Arcade, Watertown) - Mojo, 9 p.m.
      • Patz on the River (6 E. First St., Oswego) - Damdog, 7 p.m.
      • Pfohl’s Beachhouse (310 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach) – Spanky’s Dilemma, 2 p.m.: Soul Injection, 9:30 p.m.
      • Pooch’s Sports Bar and Grill (1627 Milton Ave., Solvay) – Trial By Fire, 9 p.m.
      • Pricker Bush (3642 County Route 57, Oswego) - Rocket Boyz, 9 p.m.
      • Quaker Steak and Lube (3535 Walter St., Syracuse) – Double Barrel Blues Band, 9 p.m.
      • Raging River BBQ (7B Birdie Square, Oswego) - The Jam Bones, 7 p.m.
      • River Rock Bar and Grill (8 Bridge St., Phoenix) – Hendry, 9:30 p.m.
      • Roost Country Showcase (West Henrietta Rd., Henrietta) - J.D. and Rollin’ South, 9 p.m.
      • Rydolph's Restaurant and Lounge (13430 Route 11, Henderson) - Morris and the Hepcats, 9 p.m.
      • Rock and Roll Irish Pub (109 East Taft Road, North Syracuse) – The Hellfish, Skitzopanic, 9:30 p.m.
      • Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.) – The Barndogs, 9 p.m.
      • Solsville Hotel (7243 Valley Rd., Madison) - Redneck Rodeo Cowboy Band, 9 p.m.
      • Sunset Grill (1319 Main St., Sylvan Beach) – Rewired, 9 p.m.
      • Sweet Inspirations (Oswego Rd Fulton) - Dan Elliott and Wayne Muller, 6 p.m.
      • Syracuse Suds Factory (320 S. Clinton St.) – The Boatmen, 9:30 p.m.
      • Trapper’s Pizza Pub (5950 Butternut Dr., East Syracuse) – Now and Then, 7 p.m.
      • Ukranian National Club (125 Washington St., Auburn) - The Horn Dogs, 9 p.m.
      • Vernon Downs (4229 Stuhlman Rd., Vernon) – Soul Mine, 9 p.m.
      • Verona VFW (4928 Spring Rd., Verona) - Pudge Band, 8 p.m.
      • Village Tavern (6 E. Main St., Marcellus) – Dave Hawthorn, 7:30 p.m.
      • Yesterday’s Royal (13 Canal St., Sylvan Beach) – Entourage Band, 9:30 p.m.

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