Sunday, Feb. 26: Nancy Kelly at LeMoyne College and much more

Nancy Kelly is at LeMoyne College today

Nancy Kelly and The Jazzuits perform today at the James Commons, Campus Center on the campus of LeMoyne College. The show starts at 4 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, and $5 for students.

Also today

• John Cadley and Cathy Wenthem at the Marcellus American Legion Hall (13 E. Main St., Marcellus), 3 p.m. chili lunch, music at 11 a.m. - $10 for adults.
• Brian Israel Tribute at the Everson Museum of Art’s Hosmer Auditorium (401 Harrison St.), 2:30 p.m. - $15 for adults, $12 for seniors, $10 for students.  
• Onondaga Civic Symphony Orchestra featuring 12-year old pianist Benjamin Daly at Atonement Lutheran Church (116 W. Glen Ave.),  3 p.m. - $15 for adults, $10 for seniors.
• Pamela Poulin with pianist Stephen B. Wilson at the Preble Congregational Church (1953 Preble Road, Preble), 3 p.m. - Free admission.
• Hammond Jammin’ at Upstairs at the Dinosaur Bar-B-Que (246 W. Willow St.), noon - Free admission.
• Old-Time Music Jam at Kellish Hill Farm (3192 Pompey Center Road, Manlius), 1 p.m. - $5 suggested donation.

At the clubs

• Ryan Burdick at Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.), 7 p.m.
• John Cadley and Cathy Wenthen with JD Dancks at American Legion (13 E. Main St., Marcellus), 4:30 p.m.
• Tommy Connors at Sherwood Inn (26 W. Genesee St., Skaneateles), 4 p.m.
• Lisa Lee Trio at Moondance Tavern (2512 Route 20, Marcellus), 5 p.m.
• Los Blancos at Al’s Wine and Whiskey Lounge (319 S. Clinton St.), 10 p.m.
• Open Mike with Johnny Rage Band at Bridge Street Tavern (109 Bridge St., Solvay), 7:30 p.m.
• Super Delinquents at Empire Brewing Company (120 Walton St.), 12:30 p.m.
• Karaoke with DJ Stay Gold at Singers Karaoke Club (1345 Milton Ave., Solvay), 9 p.m.

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Saturday, Feb. 25: Middle Ages Winter Warmer party today

Don't let a little blast of winter stop you from coming out for some great music as the annual Winter Warmer party at Middle Ages Brewery (120 Wilkinson Street). John Brown's Body headlines the event, which starts at 1 p.m. and runs until 7 p.m. Also on tap to perform, Driftwood, Jatoba, Soul Rush, The Good Kids and Phantom Chemistry. Admission is free. 


Also tonight

• Winter Warmer after party with John Brown’s Body with Subsoil and Doc Apple at the Westcott Theater (524 Westcott St.), 9 p.m. - $18 at the door.
• Limestone Crick, John Wolford, Mike McDonald and more will perform tonight at Kellish Hill Farm (3192 Pompey Center Rd., Manlius) as part of a tribute to Neil Young. The show starts at 7 p.m. Donations are encouraged. 
• Fritz's Polka Band at the Hulbert House (106 Main St, Boonville), 2 p.m. - $20 includes music and buffet.
• John Cadley and Cathy Wenthen CD release party at the Steeple Coffeehouse, United Church of Christ (310 E. Genesee St., Fayetteville), 7:30 p.m. - $20 donation suggested.
• Eileen Ivers and Immigrant Soul at the Center for the Arts (72 S. Main St., Homer), 8 p.m. - $25 adults, $20 seniors, $10 students, free under 18.
• Bobaflex with Far From Over, Brass Knuckle Intercourse, Born Again Rebels and Nasty Habit at Station 58 (3504 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 8 p.m. - $5, $10.
• Lucy Kaplansky at the Auburn Public Theater (8 Exchange St., Auburn), 8 p.m. - $20.
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At the clubs

• Greg Allen at Conella’s (411 W. Manlius St., East Syracuse), 7 p.m.
• Bernie Clarke and the Rhythm Sharks at Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.), 9 p.m.
• Brownskin Band at Dolce Vita World Bistro (907 E. Genesee St.), 9 p.m.
• Chapter Eleven at Bridge Street Tavern (109 Bridge St., Solvay), 6 p.m.
• Chris Terra Band at Bull and Bear Pub, 125 E. Water St.), 9 p.m.
• Chucky Luv with Bobaflex at Station 58 (3504 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 8 p.m.
• Damdog at Cato Hotel (213 Main St., Cato), 9 p.m.
• Decree at Mac’s Bad Art Bar (1799 Brewerton Road, Mattydale), 9 p.m.
• Disappointing the Family at Krabby Kirk’s Saloon (55 Genesee St., Camillus), 9 p.m.
• E.S.P at Reddick’s Night Club (2960 Erie Blvd. E.), 9 p.m.
• f5 at Thunder Road Bar and Grill (234 E. Albany St., Oswego), 9:30 p.m.
• Fabulous Ripcords with Pete McMahon at Green Gate Inn (2 Main St., Camillus), 9 p.m.
• Frenay and Lenin at Old City Hall (159 Water St., Oswego), 6 p.m.
• Gina Rose Band at Buffalo’s (2119 Downer Street Road, Baldwinsville), 9 p.m.
• Dave Hawthorn at Cornerstone Bar (6805 Main St., Red Creek), 9:30 p.m.
• Howie Bartolo at Pascale Wine Bar and Restaurant (104 Limestone Plaza, Fayetteville), 8:30 p.m.
• JD and Rollin’ South at Richie’s Bar and Grill (20 Classic St, Sherburne), 9 p.m.
• Jimmy Rogers and Over the Top at Reservoir Inn (5010 County Route 17, Redfield), 9 p.m.
• Classic Rock’n’Roll.
  
• Joey and John at Castaways (916 County Route 37, Brewerton), 7:30 p.m.
• Letizia and the Z Band at Double Tree Hotel (6301 Route 298, East Syracuse), 9 p.m.
• Lisa Lee Duo at Riveredge Resort (17 Holland St., Alexandria Bay), 9 p.m.
• Mothercover at Back on Track Again Tavern (68 Route 11, Brewerton), 9 p.m.
• One Room, Rape Whistle, Overkill Radio, Papership, Feast of the Superb Owl, Phantom Chemistry at Fusion (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 10 p.m.
• Papa Joe Band at RFH’s Hideaway (1058 County Route 57, Phoenix), 8 p.m.
• Parkside Drive at Turning Stone Resort and Casino (5218 Patrick Road, Verona), 10 p.m.
• Smokin’ at Beginning II (6897 Manlius Center Road, East Syracuse), 9:30 p.m.
• Soul Mine at MJ’s Chill ‘N Grill (8201 Oswego Road, Liverpool), 9 p.m.
• Springer at Monirae’s (688 County Route 10, Pennellville), 9:30 p.m.
• TJ Sacco and the Urban Cowboys at Knoxie’s Pub (7088 Route 20, Pompey), 9 p.m.
• The Goods at Limp Lizard BBQ (201 First St., Liverpool), 10 p.m.
• Tumbleweed Jones Band at Bridge Street Tavern (109 Bridge St., Solvay), 8 p.m.
• Two Feet Short at Creekside Books and Coffee (35 Fennell St., Skaneateles), 7:30 p.m.
• Walking Wounded at Lakeview Lanes (723 W. Broadway, Fulton), 10 p.m.

DJ and Karaoke

• DJ Skeet at Karma Night Club (308 W. Genesee St.), 9 p.m.
• DJ SugarBear at Golden Pheasant Steakhouse (64 Albany St., Cazenovia), 9:30 p.m.
• Karaoke with DJ Streets and DJ Stay Gold at Singers Karaoke Club (1345 Milton Ave., Solvay), 9 p.m.
• Karaoke with Magikmen Entertainment at Cerio’s Tavern (1711 Grant Blvd.), 9 p.m.
• Karaoke with Night Owl at LWB’s Camillus Grill, 72 Main St., Camillus), 9 p.m.

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Friday, Feb. 24: Lots of live music at area clubs tonight

Letizia and the Z Band at Double Tree Hotel

Celebrate the start of your weekend by getting out and enjoying some of the great live music at area clubs. Here's what's going on:

• Adrenaline Crush at Mac’s Bad Art Bar (1799 Brewerton Road, Mattydale), 10 p.m.
• Armed with Valor, God Astray, Divot, One Step From Falling at Fusion (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 10 p.m.
• Big Way featuring Joey Belladonna at Village Tavern (6 E. Main St., Marcellus), 7:30 p.m.
• Billionaires at MJ’s Chill ‘N Grill (8201 Oswego Road, Liverpool), 9 p.m.
• Born Again Rebels at Club 48 (266 Route 48, Fulton), 9 p.m.
• Code Red featuring Gary Dunes at UNC (125 Washington St., Auburn), 9 p.m.
• Custom Taylor Band at Station 58 (3504 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 9:30 p.m.
• Damdog at Tommy’s (145 Railroad St., Newark), 9:30 p.m.
• Dead Creek at Fusion Backstage Lounge (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 9 p.m.
• Degenerators at Song Mountain (1 Song Mountain Road, Tully), 7 p.m.
• Dirty Birds at Limp Lizard BBQ (201 First St., Liverpool), 9 p.m.
• E.S.P. with J.T. Hall at Wise Guys Comedy Club and Bistro (201 S. Salina St.), 5 p.m.
• Fab Five Paul at Parisa Restaurant (317 Montgomery St.), 6 p.m.
• Flipside at JP’s Tavern (109 Syracuse St., Baldwinsville), 7 p.m.
• Frenay and Lenin at Gatherings (2175 Route 392, Cortland), 7 p.m.
• Gina Rose Band at Fusion (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 6 p.m.
• Hendry at Jake’s Grub and Grog (7 E. River Road, Brewerton), 10 p.m.
• Hilbily Delux at 12 North (Mulaney Road, Marcy), 9 p.m.
• Honky Tonk Hindooz at O’Toole’s (113 Osborne St., Auburn), 9 p.m.
• Isreal Hagan and Stroke at Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.), 9 p.m.
• Jpeg at Bull and Bear Pub (125 E. Water St.), 10 p.m.
• Jimmy Rogers and Over the Top at MJ’s Chill ‘N Grill (8201 Oswego Road, Liverpool), 9 p.m.
• Johnny Rage Band at Pizza Man Pub (50 Oswego St., Baldwinsville), 10 p.m.
• Just Joe at Trapper’s II (101 N. Main St., Minoa), 7 p.m.
• Kim Fetters and Andy Rudy at Pelican Pete’s Pub (3251 Milton Ave., Fairmount), 8:30 p.m.
• Letizia and the Z Band at Double Tree Hotel (6301 Route 298, East Syracuse), 9 p.m.
• Lisa Lee Trio at Red Rooster Pub (4618 Jordan Road, Skaneateles Falls), 9 p.m.
• Los Blancos at Metro Lounge and Supper Club (505 Westcott St.), 9 p.m.
• The Guise at Creekside Books and Coffee, 35 Fennell St., Skaneateles), 7:30 p.m.
• Papa Joe Band at Vernon Downs (4229 Stuhlman Road, Vernon), 8 p.m.
• Tommy Connors at Kitty Hoynes Irish Pub and Restaurant (301 W. Fayette St.), 9 p.m.
• Parkside Drive at Turning Stone Resort and Casino (5218 Patrick Road, Verona), 10 p.m.
• Paul James with Dangerous Dan at Wander Inn (33 Route 23, Constantia), 9 p.m.
• Scars n’ Stripes at Mac’s Bad Art Bar (1799 Brewerton Road, Mattydale), 10 p.m.
• Del Sexton at Swallow’s Restaurant (1914 South Ave.), 8 p.m.
• Smokin’ at Paddock Club (9 Arsenal St., Watertown), 9 p.m.
• Sophistafunk at Empire Brewing Company (120 Walton St.), 11 p.m.
• Triple Shot with Fitz and Tina of Menagecoustic at LWB’s Camillus Grill (72 Main St., Camillus), 8:30 p.m.

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Thursday, Feb. 23: Songwriters Live at OCC

Greg Hoover, Bob Early and Sean Conway perform as part of tonight's Songwriters Live concert series at the Gordon Student Center on the Onondaga Community College campus. Dan Cleveland and Mark Zane host the event, which starts at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free.

Also tonight

• Nit Grit and Too Fresh with 23  at the Westcott Theater (524 Westcott St.), 8 p.m. - $15.
• Open Mike Night at Kellish Hill Farm (3192 Pompey Center Road, Manlius), 7 p.m. -. Donations encouraged.
• Human Lanterns, Lebanese Blonde, Counter Pursuit and Handsome Bastards at Lost Horizon (5863 Thompson Road), 8 p.m. - $7.
• Morton B. Schiff Jazz Ensemble with Joe Riposo and the SU Super Sax ensemble at Setnor Auditorium, Crouse College on the Syracuse University campus, 8 p.m. - Free admission.

At the clubs

• Alex Boatman and The Boatmen at OC’s Sports Bar (317 N. Salina St.), 8 p.m.
• Tommy Connors at Kitty Hoynes Irish Pub and Restaurant (301 W. Fayette St.), 8 p.m.
• Dirty Birds at (Dinosaur Bar-B-Que (246 W. Willow St.), 9 p.m.
• Joe Donelan at Tavern on the Lock (24 S. First St., Fulton), 6 p.m.
• Fab Five Paul at Limp Lizard BBQ (201 First St., Liverpool), 8:30 p.m.
• FabCats at Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.), 8 p.m.
• Isreal Hagan at Café at 407 (407 Tulip St., Liverpool), 7:30 p.m.
• Hobo Graffiti at Fusion (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 6 p.m.
• Joe Ferlo and Matthew Vacanti at Mohegan Manor, Club Sushi (58 Oswego St., Baldwinsville), 6:30 p.m.
• Just Joe at Empire Brewing Company (120 Walton St.), 10:30 p.m.
• Mark Nanni and the Intention at Phoebe’s (900 E. Genesee St.), 8 p.m.
• Open Mike with John Lerner at Pizza Man Pub (50 Oswego St., Baldwinsville), 7:30 p.m.
• Open Mike with Ronnie Dark All-Stars at Mac’s Bad Art Ba (1799 Brewerton Road, Mattydale), 9 p.m.
• Parkside Drive at Turning Stone Resort and Casino (5218 Patrick Road, Verona), 9 p.m.
• Tumbleweed Jones Band at Red Rooster Pub (4618 Jordan Road, Skaneateles Falls), 7:30 p.m.

DJ and Karaoke

• DJ Skeet at Karma Night Club (308 W. Genesee St.), 9 p.m.
• Karaoke at Fusion Backstage Lounge (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 9 p.m.
• Karaoke with Dave Cornell at Bull and Bear Pub (125 E. Water St.), 9:30 p.m.
• Karaoke with K&J Entertainment at Pricker Bush (3642 Route 57, Oswego), 8 p.m.
• Karaoke with Mr.Automatic at Singers Karaoke Club (1345 Milton Ave., Solvay), 9 p.m.
• Karaoke with Stephanie at Krabby Kirk’s Saloon (55 Genesee St., Camillus), 8:30 p.m.

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Martin Sexton to perform June 16 at Paper Mill Island

Martin Sexton

Syracuse native and national recording artist, Martin Sexton, will headline the inaugural summer concert series June 16 at Paper Mill Island in Baldwinsville. Ani DiFranco opens the show, which starts at 7 p.m.

Tickets go on sale Feb. 24 at the Sound Garden and online at upstateshows.com. Advance tickets will be $30 ($40 at the gate).

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Pawcasso 2012 benefit March 3

The Fabulous Ripcords will provide the entertainment for the sixth annual Pawcasso fundraiser scheduled for March 3. The event, which will take place at Maple Downs (7220 E. Genesee St., Fayetteville), will benefit Spay and Neuter Syracuse, a non-profit clinic that provides  spaying and neutering services for low-income people.

The silent auction will feature art by both humans and animals, and gift baskets. 

Tickets for the event. which starts at 6:30 p.m. are $40 in advance or $45 at the door. Click here to purchase.

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Sunday, Feb. 19: Big Eyed Phish at the Westcott

Dave Matthews tribute band, Big Eyed Phish, performs tonight at the Westcott Theater (524 Westcott St.) as part of a benefit for the Syracuse Rescue Mission. Just Joe, Step, and Aunt Martha round out the bill. The show starts at 6 p.m. Admission is $10.

Also today

• Boots N’ Shorts at Liverpool Public Library’s Carman Community Room (310 Tulip St., Liverpool), 2 p.m. Free admission.
• Old-Time Music Jam at Kellish Hill Farm (3192 Pompey Center Road, Manlius), 1 p.m. - supper at 5 p.m. - $5 donation suggested.
• 2 Feet Short at Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.), 7 p.m.
• Flipside at O’Toole’s (113 Osborne St., Auburn), 6 p.m.
• Honky Tonk Hindooz at Sherwood Inn (26 W. Genesee St., Skaneateles), 4 p.m.
• Los Blancos at Empire Brewing Company (120 Walton St.), 12:30 p.m.

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Saturday, Feb. 18: Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad at the Wescott

The Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad performs tonight at the Westcott Theater (524 Westcott St.). The Prickers open the show, which starts at 8 p.m. Admission is $15 at the door.

Also today

• Whistling Mitch Hider at the Redhouse (201 S. West St.), 2 p.m. - $5 per family.
• Hamell on Trial at La Vie Boheme Bistro (109-111 Madison St., Oneida), 7 p.m. - $10.
• Every Time I Die with Terror, Stray from the Path and Former Thieves at Lost Horizon, (5863 Thompson Road), 6:30 p.m. - $15.
• SU Wind Ensemble and Symphony Band at Crouse College’s Setnor Auditorium, SU campus, 2 p.m. – Free admission.
• Vietnamese Party at the Turning Stone Resort and Casino Conference Center Ballroom (Thruway Exit 33, Verona), 11 p.m. - $25, $35, $55.
• Frankie Diamond at Creekside Books & Coffee (35 Fennell St., Skaneateles), 7:30 p.m. – Free admission.
• A Cappella for the Fellas to benefit the Oxford Street Inn homeless shelter at Holy Cross Church (4112 E. Genesee St., Dewitt), 7 p.m. $20 adults, $15 seniors, $10 students.
• Greg Brown at the McCrobie Civic Center at the Oswego Music Hall (41 Lake St., Oswego), 8 p.m. - $30 at the door.
• Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad with The Prickers at the Westcott Theater (524 Westcott St.), 8 p.m. - $15.
• Morgan O’Kane Trio at the Nelson Odeon (4035 Nelson Road, Cazenovia), 8 p.m. - $18.
• Sachal Vasandani at the Munson- Williams-Proctor Arts Institute’s Root Sculpture Court (310 Genesee St., Utica), 8 p.m. - $30 general admission

At the clubs

• 3 Inch Fury at Fusion (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 10 p.m.
• Akasha at Turning Stone Resort and Casino (5218 Patrick Road, Verona), 10 p.m.
• Alex Boatman and the Boatmen at Coleman’s Authentic Irish Pub (100 S. Lowell Ave.), 10 p.m.
• Brass Inc at Monirae’s (688 County Route 10, Pennellville), 9 p.m.
• Brian McArdell and Mark Westers at Pizza Man Pub (50 Oswego St., Baldwinsville), 9:30 p.m.
• Code Red featuring Gary Dunes at Beginning II (6897 Manlius Center Road, East Syracuse), 10 p.m.
• Dam Dog at Pricker Bush (3642 Route 57, Oswego), 9 p.m.
• Decree at Jake’s Grub and Grog (7 E. River Road, Brewerton), 10 p.m.
• Domicoco at Lakeview Lanes (723 W. Broadway, Fulton), 10 p.m.
• Dovetail Joint at Cedar House (8 W. Genesee Street Road, Skaneateles), 9 p.m.
• f5 at Club 48 (266 Route 48, Fulton), 9:30 p.m.
  
• Fab 570 at Vernon Downs (4229 Stuhlman Road, Vernon), 8 p.m.
  
• Fabulous Ripcords at Twist Ultra Lounge and Dance (252 W. Genesee St.), 9:30 p.m.
  
• Fully Loaded Band at Candy’s Hillside (6207 Rock Cut Road, Jamesville), 9 p.m.
  
• Gina Rose Band at Paddock Club (9 Arsenal St., Watertown), 9 p.m.
  
• Grupo Pagan at Borio’s Restaurant (8891 McDonnell’s Parkway, Cicero), 8 p.m.
  
• Hendry at Krabby Kirk’s Saloon (55 Genesee St., Camillus), 9 p.m.
  
• Indie 80s at Spark Contemporary Art Space (1005 E. Fayette St.), 7 p.m.
  
• JD and Rollin’ South at Georgetown Inn (970 Route 26, Georgetown), 9 p.m.
  
• Jerry Cali at Cazenovia Sports Bowl (3 Carriage Lane Place, Cazenovia), 9 p.m.
  
• Just Joe at McGillicuddy’s Pub and Lanes (5863 Scenic Ave., Mexico), 9 p.m.
• LA the Band at Buffalo’s (2119 Downer Street Road, Baldwinsville), 9 p.m.
  
• Ronnie Leigh at Pascale Wine Bar and Restaurant (104 Limestone Plaza, Fayetteville), 8:30 p.m.
  
• Letizia and the Z Band at MJ’s Chill ‘N Grill (8201 Oswego Road, Liverpool), 9 p.m.
  
• Limestone Crick at Freedom of Espresso (128 W. Genesee St., Fayetteville), 5 p.m.
  
• Lisa Lee Band at Reservoir Inn (5010 County Route 17, Redfield), 7 p.m.
  
• Los Blancos at Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.), 10 p.m.
  
• Reckless Drivin’ at Dinosaur Bar-B-Que (246 W. Willow St.), 10 p.m.
  
• Smokin’ at Dilaj’s Motor Inn (Route 34, Auburn), 8 p.m.
  
• Soul Sharks at Bridge Street Tavern (109 Bridge St., Solvay), 9 p.m.
  
• Southern Comfort Band at American Legion (9 Oswego River Road, Phoenix), 7 p.m.
  
• Square Pegs at Mac’s Bad Art Bar (1799 Brewerton Road, Mattydale), 10 p.m.
  
• TJ Sacco and the Urban Cowboys at Lake Como Inn (1297 East Lake Road, Cortland), 9 p.m.
  
• Under the Gun at Station 58 (3504 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 10 p.m.

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Friday, Feb. 17: Ronnie Leigh, Davy Jones and more tonight

Ronnie Leigh

Syracuse Area Music Award (SAMMY) multi-award winner, Ronnie Leigh, performs a special show tonight at 6 p.m. at Syracuse University Sheraton’s Sitrus on the Hill lounge (801 University Ave.). Admission is free.

Also tonight

• Former Monkees cutie-pie, Davy Jones, is at the Showroom at Turning Stone Resort and Casino (Thruway Exit 33, Verona) for an 8 p.m. show. Tickets are $25 and $35.
• Bluegrass band Lost Time is at May Memorial Unitarian Universalist Society (3800 E. Genesee St.) as part of the Folkus Project. The show starts at 8 p.m. and admission is $10.
• Shadows Fall, Spire, Maps of War and One Step from Falling at Station 58 (3504 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 8 p.m. - $15.
• White Panda with Pacman and Shamrock at the Westcott Theater (524 Westcott St.), 8 p.m. - @20 at the door.

At the clubs

• Akasha at Turning Stone Resort and Casino (5218 Patrick Road, Verona), 10 p.m.
• Andrew Dressler Trio at Dolce Vita World Bistro (907 E. Genesee St.), 8 p.m.
• Barn Dogs at Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.), 9 p.m.
• Better Than Bowling Trio (Sharon, Tom, Paul) at Limp Lizard Bar and Grill (4628 Onondaga Blvd.), 9 p.m.
• Black Halo at Fusion (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 6 p.m.
• Disappointing the Family at Greene’s Ale House (104 W. Bridge St., Oswego), 9 p.m.
• Dr. Killdean at Asil’s Pub (220 Chapel Drive, Fairmount), 9 p.m.
• E.S.P at Wise Guys Comedy Club and Bistro (201 S. Salina St.), 5 p.m.
• El’Kabong rides again at Dilaj’s Motor Inn (Route 34, Auburn), 8 p.m.
• Fab Five Paul at Big Papa’s Riverside Tavern (501 County Route 12, Pennellville), 9:30 p.m.
• Geri Rig at Metro Lounge and Café (505 Westcott St.), 9 p.m.
• Grind Unplugged with ELove at TC’s Place (11238 South St., Cato), 9 p.m.
• Hendry at Coleman’s Authentic Irish Pub (100 S. Lowell Ave.), 9:30 p.m.
• Hysterical Fits at Creekside Books and Coffee (35 Fennell St., Skaneateles), 7:30 p.m.
• Isreal Hagan and Stroke at Carnegie Café at the Maplewood Inn (400 Seventh North St., Liverpool), 7:30 p.m.
• JD and Rollin’ South at Dox Grill at Pirate’s Cove (9170 Horseshoe Island Road, Clay), 8 p.m.
• Just Joe at Stinger’s Pizza Pub (4500 Pewter Lane, Manlius), 7 p.m.
• Kim Fetters and Andy Rudy at Village Tavern (6 E. Main St., Marcellus), 7:30 p.m.
• Letizia Duo at JP’s Tavern (109 Syracuse St., Baldwinsville), 6 p.m.
• Los Blancos at Bull and Bear Pub (125 E. Water St.), 10:30 p.m.
• Mark Zane and Friends at Café at 407 (407 Tulip St., Liverpool), 7 p.m.
• Bill Oeinck at Fusion Backstage Lounge (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 9 p.m.
• Open Mike with Dan and Tom at Moondance Tavern (2512 Route 20, Marcellus), 9 p.m.
• Poor Pete at Creekside Books and Coffee (35 Fennell St., Skaneateles), 7:30 p.m.
• Radio Fever at Mac’s Bad Art Bar (1799 Brewerton Road, Mattydale), 9 p.m.
• TJ Sacco and the Urban Cowboys at Buffalo’s (2119 Downer Street Road, Baldwinsville), 9 p.m.
• Dave Wolever at MJ’s Chill ‘N Grill (8201 Oswego Road, Liverpool), 10 p.m.
• Zen Kura and Dead Before Dawn at Fusion (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 10 p.m.

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Thursday, Feb. 16: Korn’s Jonathan Davis at the Westcott tonight

The alter-ego of Korn’s Jonathan Davis, J Devil, performs tonight at the Westcott Theater (524 Westcott St.). The show starts at 8 p.m. Admission is $25 at the door.

Also tonight

• Jamel Lorick at the Community Folk Art Center (805. E. Genesee St.), 6:30 p.m. - $5.
• Open Mike Night at Kellish Hill Farm (3192 Pompey Center Road, Manlius), 7 p.m.
• Phil Shapiro and Carrie Shore at Center for the Arts (72 S. Main St., Homer), 7 p.m. – Free admission.

At the clubs

• Akasha at Turning Stone Resort and Casino (5218 Patrick Road, Verona), 9 p.m.
• Bill Horrace Band at Phoebe’s (900 E. Genesee St.), 8 p.m.
• Joe Donelan at Tavern on the Lock (24 S. First St., Fulton), 6 p.m.
• Goth at Fusion (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 9 p.m.
• Jamie Notarthomas at Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.), 8 p.m.
• Joe Whiting and Terry Quill at Beach House Bar and Grill (1928 E. Shore Drive, Lansing), 7 p.m.
• Just Joe at Empire Brewing Company (120 Walton St.), 10:30 p.m.
• Lisa Lee Trio at MJ’s Chill ‘N Grill (8201 Oswego Road, Liverpool), 7 p.m.
• Matt Vacanti and Joe Ferlo at Mohegan Manor (Club Sushi, 58 Oswego St., Baldwinsville), 6:30 p.m.
• Open Mike with John Lerner at Pizza Man Pub (50 Oswego St., Baldwinsville), 7:30 p.m.
• Open Mike with Ronnie Dark All-Stars at Mac’s Bad Art Bar (1799 Brewerton Road, Mattydale), 9 p.m.

DJ and karoke

• DJ Skeet at Karma Night Club (308 W. Genesee St.), 9 p.m.
• Karaoke at Fusion Backstage Lounge (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 9 p.m.
• Karaoke with DJ Corey at Western Ranch Motor Inn (1255 State Fair Blvd.), 7 p.m.
• Karaoke with Kand J Entertainment at Pricker Bush (3642 Route 57, Oswego), 8 p.m.
• Karaoke with Stephanie at Krabby Kirk’s Saloon (55 Genesee St., Camillus), 8:30 p.m.
• Live Band Karaoke with Fuzzy at Singers Karaoke Club (1345 Milton Ave., Solvay), 9:30 p.m.

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Sunday, Feb. 12: Djug Django at Pensabene’s Casa Grande

Djug Django performs at Pensabene's Casa Grande today

The Jazz Appreciation Society of Syracuse presents Ithaca Gypsy swing sextet, Djug Django today at Pensabene’s Casa Grande (135 State Fair Blvd.). The show, which was originally scheduled to take place at McNamara’s in Camillus, starts at 2 p.m. Tickets are $12, $10 for JASS and CNY Jazz Central members.

Also today

• Old-Time Music Jam and potluck supper at Kellish Hill Farm (3192 Pompey Center Road, Manlius), 1 p.m. (supper at 5 pm.) - $5 suggested donation.
• Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra at Ford Hall, Ithaca College (953 Danby Road, Ithaca), 3 p.m. - $25 adults, $10 students.
• Jazz Black History Month Cabaret with The Allan Harris Quartet at Sheraton Syracuse University’s Grand Ballroom (801 University Ave.), 5 p.m. - $30 adults, $12 students.
• Scale the Summit with Elitist, Perpetual Burn, Embrace the Massacre and Structured to Collapse at Lost Horizon (5863 Thompson Road), 6:30 p.m. - $10.

At the clubs

• Just Joe at Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.), 7 p.m.
• Limestone Crick at Dave’s Diner at Common Grounds (35 Albany St., Cazenovia), 1 p.m.
• Lisa Lee Trio at O’Toole’s (113 Osborne St., Auburn), 6 p.m.
• Los Blancos at Empire Brewing Company (120 Walton St.), 12:30 p.m.
• WoodStone at Red Rooster Pub (4618 Jordan Road, Skaneateles Falls), 5 p.m.

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Whitney Houston: Gone too soon

Just this morning, I was having a conversation with a friend about Whitney Houston. We were talking about Kelly Clarkson's Super Bowl performance of the National Anthem, and I said that while I thought Kelly did great, Whitney's version is still the "gold standard" by which other singers will probably always be measured.

Even further, I went on to say, Whitney probably has the best voice of our generation, in her prime anyway, ranking up there with the greats from previous generations, including Judy Garland and Billie Holiday. There was something about her that made you believe she really felt the words she was singing and her vocal abilities were beyond stellar.

Tonight we learned that Whitney is gone, dead at only 48 years old. And while we don't know what killed her, considering her history of drug and alcohol abuse, there is a great deal of speculation as to whether this may have been a contributing factor.

I remember Whitney's interview with Oprah in 2010 when she said she was "free of her demons." Implying she was cured told me she still didn't "get" what addiction is all about. An addict is never completely free of his or her demons, and is never cured. People can live drug and alcohol free for years, but addiction is, as they say in the 12-step programs, cunning, baffling, and powerful. A recovering addict must continue to work some kind of program and remain vigilant, avoiding those people, places, and things that can trigger a relapse. And feeling above it all and "cured" is a sign of impending danger.

Whatever her personal demons, Whitney leaves an incredible legacy. A singer and actress, Whitney won two Emmys, six Grammys, 30 Billboard Music Awards, and 22 American Music Awards. She has sold over 200 million albums and singles worldwide, and is ranked as the fourth best-selling female artist in the US, having sold 55 million albums in the US.

That voice has been stilled, too young, too soon. Rest in peace Whitney. Finally, you are free of your demons.
 

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Saturday, Feb. 11: Joanne Shenandoah at Westcott Community Center

Joanne Shenandoah

Grammy-winning artist, Joanne Shenandoah, performs songs from her latest CD, Lifegivers, in a special show tonight at the Westcott Community Center (826 Euclid Ave.). The show starts at 8 p.m. Admission is $15. Call 478-8634 for more information

Also tonight

• Loren Barrigar and Mark Mazengarb at Cazenovia College’s Catherine Cummings Theatre (16 Lincklaen St., Cazenovia), 8 p.m. - $15.
• The Failed States with Incinerated for Science, Thrifter, Phantom Chemistry, Kirsten Joy Kerlin and Feast of the Superb Owl at (Lost Horizon, 5863 Thompson Road), 7:30 p.m. - $7.
• One Shot Willy and The Chasers at the United Church of Fayetteville’s Steeple Coffeehouse (310 E. Genesee St., Fayetteville), 7:30 p.m. - $10 suggested donation.
• Papa Joe Band at the Cicero American Legion (5575 Legionnaire Drive.), 7 p.m. - $20.
• Shelley Graff and Cherie Ackerson at the Women’s Information Center (601 Allen St.), 7:30 p.m. - $10-$25 sliding scale.
• John Wolford and special guest Brian Coyne at Kellish Hill Farm (3192 Pompey Center Road, Manlius), 7 p.m.
• Aaron Lewis at Turning Stone Resort and Casino Showroom (Thruway Exit 33, Verona), 8 p.m.
• Archie Fisher at Hollis Cornell Auditorium (Goldwin Smith Hall, Cornell Arts Quad, East Avenue, Ithaca), 8 pm. - $17 adults, $12 students.
• Hayden Sayers at the Center for the Arts (72 S. Main St., Homer), 8 p.m. - $25 adults, $20 seniors, $10 students, free under 18.
• Sam Slamm XXXVI at the Westcott Theater (524 Westcott St.), 8 p.m. – Free admission.
• Cornell University Department of Music recital at Barnes Hall (Sage Avenue, Ithaca), 8 p.m. – Free admission.

At the clubs

• Scott Bravo at Fusion Lounge (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 9 p.m.
• Custom Taylor Band at Denny’s Mountainview (6662 Route 281, Preble), 9:30 p.m.
• Damdog at Gibby’s Irish Pub (8 W Second St., Oswego), 9 p.m.
• f5 at TC’s Place (11238 South St., Cato), 9:30 p.m.
• Fabulous Ripcords at Dinosaur Bar-B-Que (246 W. Willow St.), 10 p.m.
• Flipside at Limp Lizard Bar and Grill (4628 Onondaga Blvd.), 9 p.m.
• Fully Loaded Band at Amber Inn (2424 Otisco Valley Road, Marietta), 9:30 p.m.
• Grind Unplugged with ELove Acoustic at Greene’s Ale House (104 W. Bridge St., Oswego), 10 p.m.
• Hendry at Club 48 (266 Route 48, Fulton), 10 p.m.
• JD and Rollin’ South at Lakeview Lanes (723 W. Broadway, Fulton), 9 p.m.
• Jimmy Wolf Band at Limp Lizard BBQ (201 First St., Liverpool), 9 p.m.
• Just Joe at Pascale Wine Bar and Restaurant (104 Limestone Plaza, Fayetteville), 8:30 p.m.
• Letizia Duo at Turning Stone Resort and Casino (5218 Patrick Road, Verona), 10 p.m.
• Lisa Lee Trio at Pizza Man Pub (50 Oswego St., Baldwinsville), 9:30 p.m.
• Los Blancos at Paddock Club (9 Arsenal St., Watertown), 9 p.m.
• MEB at Coleman’s Authentic Irish Pub (100 S. Lowell Ave.), 10 p.m.
• Charley Orlando at Green Gate Inn (2 Main St., Camillus), 8 p.m.
• Perry Mulhourser Blues Reunion at Moondance Tavern (2512 Route 20, Marcellus), 9 p.m.
• Pour Whyte Trash at Monirae’s (688 County Route 10, Pennellville).
• Wendy Ramsay at Creekside Books and Coffee (35 Fennell St., Skaneateles), 7:30 p.m.
• Reckless Drivin’ at Cedar House (8 W. Genesee Street Road, Skaneateles), 9 p.m.
• Rewired at Beginning II (6897 Manlius Center Road, East Syracuse), 9 p.m.
• Scars n Stripes with Bratz n Blondz at Station 58 (3504 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 10 p.m.
• Smokin Worm at Bombadil’s (575 Main Street, Phoenix), 9 p.m.
• Stone Dead Forever/Vicious Rumours/Jayne Dracula/Zadoc and the Nightmare at Fusion (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 10 p.m.
• Stone River Band at Dilaj’s Motor Inn (Route 34, Auburn), 8 p.m.
• Stone Soul Foundation, One Step From Falling, Gina Rose Band at Mac’s Bad Art Bar (1799 Brewerton Road, Mattydale), 10 p.m.
• 2 Hour Delay at Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.), 9 p.m.
• Vitamin X at Pricker Bush (3642 Route 57, Oswego), 9 p.m.
• WoodStone at Thunder Road Bar and Grill (234 E. Albany St., Oswego), 9 p.m.

Karaoke and DJs

• DJ Skeet at Karma Night Club (308 W. Genesee St.), 9 p.m.
• DJ SugarBear at Legends Sports Bar and OTB (526 Erie Blvd. W., Rome).
  
• Karaoke with DJ Corey at Clarion Inn and Suites (100 Farrell Road), 9 p.m.
• Karaoke with DJ Streets and DJ Stay Gold at Singers Karaoke Club (1345 Milton Ave., Solvay), 9 p.m.
• Karaoke Night with DJsRUS Entertainment at Spinning Wheel (7384 Thompson Road, North Syracuse), 9 p.m.
• Karaoke with Magikmen Entertainment at Cerio’s Tavern (1711 Grant Blvd.), 9 p.m.
• Night Owl Karaoke at LWB’s Camillus Grill (72 Main St., Camillus), 9 p.m.

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Friday, Feb. 10: Aaron Lewis at Turning Stone tonight

Aaron Lewis performs at Turning Stone tonight and Saturday

Staind front man, Aaron Lewis, performs two shows this weekend at the Showroom at Turning Stone Resort and Casino. Tonight’s performance starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are sold out. For information, call 361-SHOW.

Also tonight

• Soprano Janet Brown and pianist Ida Tili-Trebicka at Le Moyne College’s Panasci Family Chapel (1419 Salt Springs Road), 7:30 pm. - $15 adults, $10 seniors.
• Juilliard String Quartet at Cornell University’s Bailey Hall (Garden Avenue Extension, Ithaca), 8 p.m. - $25, $32, $35 adults, $17 students.
• Senior Concert featuring seniors in Syracuse University’s music education program at Crouse College’s Setnor Auditorium, 8 p.m. – Free admission.
• Mouth Party, Brace, Capricorn Black and Damaged in Transit at Lost Horizon (5863 Thompson Road), 9 p.m. - $7.

At the clubs

• Amanda Ashley at Fusion Backstage Lounge (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 9 p.m.
• E.S.P. with Anna Vogel at Wise Guys Comedy Club and Bistro (201 S. Salina St.), 5 p.m.
• eXpoZure at Fusion (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 6 p.m.
• Fab Five Paul at Pelican Pete’s Pub (3251 Milton Ave., Fairmount), 8:30 p.m.
• inger Lakes Wind Quintet at Creekside Books and Coffee (35 Fennell St., Skaneateles), 7:30 p.m.
• Billionaires at Carnegie Café at the Maplewood Inn (400 Seventh North St., Liverpool), 7:30 p.m.
• Grove Havener at Bull and Bear Pub (125 E. Water St.), 9 p.m.
• I Am Fool at Mac’s Bad Art Bar (1799 Brewerton Road, Mattydale), 10 p.m.
• JD and Rollin’ South at Sandy Pond Steak House (45 Wigwam Drive, Sandy Creek), 9 p.m.
• JaxxDrumz Trio at Dolce Vita World Bistro (907 E. Genesee St.), 8 p.m.
• John Lerner Band at Krabby Kirk’s Saloon (55 Genesee St., Camillus), 9 p.m.
• Just Joe at Trapper’s Pizza Pub (5950 Butternut Drive, East Syracuse), 7 p.m.
• Letizia Duo at Turning Stone Resort and Casino (5218 Patrick Road, Verona), 10 p.m.
• Lisa Lee Band at Vernon Downs (4229 Stuhlman Road, Vernon), 8 p.m.
• Los Blancos at Redwood Bar and Grill (249 Genesee St., Chittenango), 9:30 p.m.
• MEB at JP’s Tavern (109 Syracuse St., Baldwinsville), 6 p.m.
• Mark Zane and Friends at Pizza Man Pub (50 Oswego St., Baldwinsville), 10 p.m.
• McArdell and Westers at Fireside Inn (2345 W. Genesee St., Baldwinsville), 7 p.m.
• Miss E and Paulie Duo at Sheraton University Hotel (801 University Ave.), 5 p.m.
• Rewired at Buffalo’s (2119 Downer Street Road, Baldwinsville), 9 p.m.
• Rhythm Method at Village Tavern (6 E. Main St., Marcellus), 7:30 p.m.
• Super Delinquents at Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.), 9 p.m.
• TJ Sacco and the Urban Cowboys at Kegs (Route 31, Jordan), 9 p.m.
• Undergang, Professional Victims, Amerikan Primative, Vagabonds, Hobos and Whores at Fusion (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 9 p.m.

Karaoke and DJ

• DJ Skeet at Karma Night Club (308 W. Genesee St.), 9 p.m.
• Karaoke with DJ Octane at Singers Karaoke Club (1345 Milton Ave., Solvay), 6 p.m.
• Karaoke with Dr. Fantastic and Mr. Automatic at Singers Karaoke Club (1345 Milton Ave., Solvay), 9 p.m.

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Thursday, Feb. 9: Live music in and around the 'Cuse

Sirsy is at Shifty's tonight

Lots to do this February eve. here's what's going on:

• Highland Winds at the Temple Society of Concord (910 Madison St.), 7 p.m. - Free admission.
• Open Mike Night at Kellish Hill Farm (3192 Pompey Center Road, Manlius), 7 p.m.
• Joe Donelan at Tavern on the Lock (24 S. First St., Fulton), 6 p.m.
• El’Kabong Rides Again at Limp Lizard Bar and Grill (4628 Onondaga Blvd.), 7 p.m.
• Fab Five Paul at Café at 407 (407 Tulip St., Liverpool), 7:30 p.m.
• Just Joe at Jake’s Grub & Grog (7 E. River Road, Brewerton), 6 p.m.
• Just Joe at Empire Brewing Company (120 Walton St.), 10:30 p.m.
• Miss E and Paul at Woody’s Jerkwater Pub and Grub (2803 Brewerton Road, Mattydale), 9 p.m.
• Letizia Duo at Turning Stone Resort and Casino (5218 Patrick Road, Verona), 9 p.m.
• Open Mike with Mark Gibson and Mike Ranger at Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.), 9 p.m.
• Mark Nanni and The Intention at Phoebe’s (900 E. Genesee St.), 8 p.m.
• Phantom Acoustic Showcase at Fusion (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 8 p.m.
• Open Mike with Ronnie Dark All-Stars at Mac’s Bad Art Bar (1799 Brewerton Road, Mattydale), 9 p.m.
• Code Red featuring Gary Dunes at Asil’s Pub (220 Chapel Drive, Fairmount), 9 p.m.
• Open Mike with John Lerner at Pizza Man Pub (50 Oswego St., Baldwinsville), 7:30 p.m.
• Custom Taylor Band at Kegs (Route 31, Jordan), 9:30 p.m.
• Punk and Indy Rock at Fusion (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 9 p.m.
• Dropouts at Bridge Street Tavern (109 Bridge St., Solvay), 6 p.m.
• Sirsy at Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.), 8 p.m.
• Tumbleweed Jones Band at Red Rooster Pub (4618 Jordan Road, Skaneateles Falls), 7:30 p.m.
• WoodStone at Beach House Bar and Grill (1928 E. Shore Drive, Lansing), 6 p.m.

Karaoke

• DJ Skeet at Karma Night Club (308 W. Genesee St.), 9 p.m.
• Karaoke at Fusion Backstage Lounge (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 9 p.m.
• Karaoke with Dave Cornell at Bull and Bear Pub (125 E. Water St.), 9 p.m.
• Karaoke with DJ Skoob at Singers Karaoke Club (1345 Milton Ave., Solvay), 9 p.m.
• Karaoke with KandJ Entertainment at Pricker Bush (3642 Route 57, Oswego), 8 p.m.
• Karaoke with Stephanie at Krabby Kirk’s Saloon (55 Genesee St., Camillus), 8:30 p.m.

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James Taylor at War Memorial June 21

Legendary singer/songwriter, James Taylor, will be performing at the Onondaga County War Memorial on June 21. Tickets, which are priced at $61.50 and $81.50, go on sale Friday, Feb. 10 at 10 a.m. Proceeds from the sale of VIP seating will benefit the National Resources Defense Council.

Syracuse's SUNNY 102.1 will be running a contest where listeners can win free tickets to the show. Listen in the morning and afternoon as DJ's Big Mike and Rick Gary challenge listeners to identify a Taylor song they sing. The station will give away ten pairs of tickets.

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Fritz's Polka Band tapes 'Let's Polka' TV show to capacity crowds

Fritz's Polka Band at WSKG in Vestal, N.Y.

Fritz's Polka Band hit the road Feb. 4, taping four episodes of WSKG's (Vestal) Let's Polka before capacity crowds. This was the first TV show the Jagermeister-sponsored band taped since the passing of the band's founder, Fred Scherz, Sr., in 2009.

“Although this was the first time we had recorded a full TV show since my Dad passed away, we wanted to be sure honor him during the tapings, as we continue to miss him both on and off the stage,” said Fritz Scherz, band leader and son of the founder, in a press release.

“We recorded four complete shows, and we played at least one song written by Dad during each show. For the taping of the last show of the day, I even played my Dad’s first Excelsior accordion."

Fritz's Polka Band has been performing for over 33 years, making history in 1999 when they became the first polka band to perform at a Woodstock Festival in Rome, NY.  The band has made 17 recordings and had a song on The Manchurian Candidate DVD, which was released in July 2004.

The band has won numerous awards, including a 2009 Syracuse Area Music Award (SAMMY) for Best Recording: Other Styles category for their Reflections CD. In 2010, FPB was inducted into the SAMMY Hall of Fame.

Last year, FPB had two songs ("Grandparent’s Polka" and "Here Is Fritz’s Polka Band") included in two different episodes of the hit TV show, Breaking Bad.

The band's next appearance is February 18 when they perform at Utica Maennerchor (5535 Flanagan Road, Marcy) as part of a Fasching Night celebration. The event starts at 6 p.m. Admission is $17 for dinner and dance, $10 for the dance only.

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Sunday, Feb. 5: Live music in and around the 'Cuse

The "big game" is on tonight, but if you're looking for some great live music before the party, here's what's going on:

• Old-Time Music Jam at Kellish Hill Farm (3192 Pompey Center Road, Manlius), 1 p.m. - $5 suggested donation.
• Mark Hoffmann and Friends at the Fayetteville Free Library (300 Orchard St., Fayetteville), 3 p.m. - $5 suggested donation.
• Two by Two, Too at Liverpool Public Library’s Carman Community Room (310 Tulip St., Liverpool), 2 p.m. - Free admission.
• Glenn Kime at the May Memorial Unitarian Universalist Society (3800 E. Genesee St.), 4 p.m. - $10 suggested donation.
• Honky Tonk Hindooz at O’Toole’s (113 Osborne St., Auburn), 3 p.m.
• Los Blancos at Empire Brewing Company (120 Walton St.), 12:30 p.m.

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Saturday, Feb. 4: CNY Brew Fest at the fairgrounds today

The 16th annual CNY Brewfest takes place today in the horticulture building at the New York State Fair grounds.  There are two three-hour session (1-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m.). Admission is $35 at the door.

The event features 50 local and national breweries including Syracuse breweries Middle Ages, Empire and Syracuse Suds Factory,

Musical guests include Rob and the Js and a special guest performance by Chris Taylor.


Javier Colon at the Westcott
Javier Colon, winner of the first season of The Voice, performs tonight at the Westcott Theater (524 Westcott St.). Tinted Image opens the show, which starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $35 at the door.

Also today

• Dove Creek at Kellish Hill Farm (3192 Pompey Center Road, Manlius). 8 p.m.
• The Backbeats (from The Sing-Off) at the Schine Student Center’s Goldstein Auditorium (303 University Place, Syracuse University campus), 8 p.m. - $20.
• Dick Ward and Carol Bryant Duo at Eve Galleri (6456 Collamer Road), 7 p.m. - $8.
• Jonathan Coleman and Boots’n’Shorts at the Oswego Music Hall, McCrobie Civic Center (41 Lake St., Oswego), 8 p.m. - $14 at the door.
• Andy Grammer at SUNY Cortland’s Corey Union Function Room (Neubig Road, Cortland), 8 p.m. - $5.
• Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad and Sophistafunk at Castaways (413 Taughannock Blvd., Ithaca), 8 p.m. - $12.

At the clubs

• 50/50 at Mac’s Bad Art Bar (1799 Brewerton Road, Mattydale), 10 p.m.
• Brian McArdell and Mark Westers at Thunder Road Bar and Grill (234 E. Albany St., Oswego), 9 p.m.
• Coachmen with Elizabeth Fern at Dinosaur Bar-B-Que (246 W. Willow St.), 10 p.m.
• Decree at Station 58 (3504 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 10 p.m.
• Degenerators at Song Mountain (Song Mountain Road, Tully), 4 p.m.
• Dr. Killdean at Beginning II (6897 Manlius Center Road, East Syracuse), 10 p.m.
• E.S.P at Mohegan Manor (Club Sushi, 58 Oswego St., Baldwinsville), 6:30 p.m.
• Epi at Pricker Bush (3642 Route 57, Oswego), 9:30 p.m.
• f5 at Dominick’s Sports Tavern (3435 County Route 4, Oswego), 9:30 p.m.
• Frenay and Lenin at Pascale Wine Bar and Restaurant (104 Limestone Plaza, Fayetteville), 8:30 p.m.
• Fully Loaded Band at Knoxie’s Pub (7088 Route 20, Pompey), 9 p.m.
• Hendry at Rosie’s (1443 W. Genesee St.), 9 p.m.
• Hilbily Delux at Hotel Willowvale (3397 Oneida St., Chadwicks), 9 p.m.
• JD and Rollin’ South at Good Life Tavern (69 Main St., Camden), 9:30 p.m.
• Limestone Crick at Freedom of Espresso (128 W. Genesee St., Fayetteville), 5 p.m.
• Malacai at Lakeview Lanes (723 W. Broadway, Fulton), 10 p.m.
• Marc Berger and Rich DePaolo at Creekside Books and Coffee (35 Fennell St., Skaneateles), 7:30 p.m.
• Monogeesch with Joe Porto at McNeilly’s Pub (2802 James St.), 8 p.m.
• Reckless Drivin’ at Buffalo’s (2119 Downer Street Road, Baldwinsville), 9 p.m.
• Ron Spencer Band at Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.), 9 p.m.
• Dianne Ryder at Turning Stone Resort and Casino (5218 Patrick Road, Verona), 10 p.m.
• Soul Mine at Cedar House (8 W. Genesee Street Road, Skaneateles), 9 p.m.
• Southern Comfort Band at American Legion (9 Oswego River Road, Phoenix), 7 p.m.
• TJ Sacco and the Urban Cowboys at Jake’s Grub and Grog (7 E. River Road, Brewerton), 9 p.m.
• Unbroken/No Excuses at Fusion (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 10 p.m.
• Under the Gun at Monirae’s (688 County Route 10, Pennellville), 10 p.m.

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Friday, Feb. 3: Electronic DJ David Guetta at Oncenter

Dance music producer and electronic DJ extraordinaire, David Guetta, performs tonight at the Oncenter (800 S. State St.) The party starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $55.

Also today

• Lee Whitted at Onondaga Community College’s Storer Auditorium (4585 W. Seneca Turnpike), 11:15 a.m. – Free admission.
• David Francey at May Memorial Unitarian Universalist Society (3800 E. Genesee St.), 8 p.m. - $18.
• Helicopter Showdown at the Westcott Theater (524 Westcott St.), 10 p.m. - $12 at the door.
• Sha Na Na at the Showroom at Turning Stone Resort and Casino Showroom (Thruway Exit 33, Verona), 8 p.m. - $10, $15, $20.

At the clubs

• Barndogs at Buffalo’s (2119 Downer Street Road, Baldwinsville), 9 p.m.
• Bratz and Blondes at Monirae’s (688 County Route 10, Pennellville), 9:30 p.m.
• Candid at Mac’s Bad Art Bar (1799 Brewerton Road, Mattydale), 10 p.m.
• Causeway Giants at Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.), 9 p.m.
• Chris Taylor Trio at Sharkey’s Eclectic Sports Lounge (7240 Oswego Road, Liverpool), 6 p.m.
• Chuck Schiele at Fusion Backstage Lounge (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 9 p.m.
• Fitz and Tina at Bridge Street Tavern (109 Bridge St., Solvay), 6 p.m.
• Frenay and Lenin at Brae Loch Inn, 5 Albany St., Cazenovia), 8 p.m.
• Gina Rose Band at Carnegie Café at the Maplewood Inn (400 Seventh North St., Liverpool), 7:30 p.m.
• Hilbily Delux at Celtic Harp (805 Varick St., Utica), 9:45 p.m.
• Hodson and Donelan at Cicero American Legion (5575 Legionnaire Drive, Cicero), 8:30 p.m.
• Isreal Hagan and Stroke at Joel’s Steakhouse (5548 Route 31 (Verona) (9 p.m.
• JD and Rollin’ South at Krabby Kirk’s Saloon (55 Genesee St., Camillus), 9 p.m.
• Jim Sheridan and Tom Fetterman at Creekside Books and Coffee (35 Fennell St., Skaneateles), 7:30 p.m.
• Letizia Duo at Pizza Man Pub (50 Oswego St., Baldwinsville), 10 p.m.
• Lisa Lee Band at Paddock Club (9 Arsenal St., Watertown), 9 p.m.
• Los Blancos at Station 58 (3504 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 9:30 p.m.
• Mark Zane and Friends at Tramontane Café (1105 Lincoln Ave., Utica), 8 p.m.
• Midnight Mike Blues Band at LWB’s Camillus Grill (72 Main St., Camillus), 8:30 p.m.
• Mike Estep Band at Asil’s Pub (220 Chapel Drive, Fairmount), 9 p.m.
• Miss 3 at Pelican Pete’s Pub (3251 Milton Ave., Fairmount), 8:30 p.m.
• Power Tripp at Fusion (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 6 p.m.
• Restless Souls at JP’s Tavern (109 Syracuse St., Baldwinsville), 7 p.m.
• Dianne Ryder at Turning Stone Resort and Casino (5218 Patrick Road, Verona), 10 p.m.
• Sarah Horner Band at UNC (125 Washington St., Auburn), 6 p.m.
• TJ Sacco and the Urban Cowboys at Limp Lizard Bar and Grill (4628 Onondaga Blvd.), 9 p.m.
• Wicked, Nasty Habit, Hammerhead at Fusion (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 10 p.m.

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Thursday, Feb. 2: Ludacris at the Dome tonight

Rapper Ludacris headlines tonight's "Rock the Dome" event at the Carrier Dome on the Syracuse University campus. Rick Ross opens the show, which starts at 8 p.m. Tickets to the event are $45 for the general public and $15 for students and staff. Call DOME-TIX for more information.

Also tonight

• Toby Keith performs tonight at the Event Center at Turning Stone Resort and Casino (Thruway Exit 33, Verona). Rodney Atkins opens the show, which starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are  $85, $100, $125.
• Open Mike Night at. Kellish Hill Farm (3192 Pompey Center Road, Manlius), 7 p.m.
• El’ Kabong Rides Again at Shifty’s (1401 Burnet Ave.), 8 p.m.
• Frenay and Lenin at Parisa Restaurant (317 Montgomery St.), 6 p.m.
• Bill Horrace Band at Phoebe’s (900 E. Genesee St.), 8 p.m.
• Joe D of Just a Memory at Fusion (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 6 p.m.
• Joe Donelan at Tavern on the Lock (24 S. First St., Fulton), 6 p.m.
• King Snyder at Fusion (3705 Brewerton Road, North Syracuse), 9 p.m.
• Open Mike with Ronnie Dark All-Stars at Mac’s Bad Art Bar (1799 Brewerton Road, Mattydale), 9 p.m.
• Dianne Ryder at Turning Stone Resort and Casino (5218 Patrick Road, Verona), 9 p.m.
• Sarah Horner Band at Parkers Grille (100 Seneca St., Geneva), 9 p.m.

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