The indie folk-pop outfit delivered an earnest performance to the enthusiastic crowd at Beak & Skiff on July 24.
Daniel J. Kushner
Where the bluegrass is always greener
In the heart of the Finger Lakes, Pickin’ in the Pasture has been a go-to festival for more than a quarter-century.
Illustrated escapism
The second “Goblin” graphic novel by local illustrator Will Perkins hits shelves on July 16.
By land, air and sea
Two unassuming museums tell a compelling story of transportation in the Finger Lakes.
The jazz concierge
Greg Bell’s local music blog keeps the community in the loop year-round.
Opera Review | ‘Two Corners’
Finger Lakes Opera’s world premiere is a poignant, true story about the hard work of racial reconciliation.
Concert Review | John Oates
Without his former creative partner, John Oates was under no obligation to play the hits at the CGI Rochester International Jazz Festival on Thursday.
Jazz after hours
At the longstanding RIJF late night jam sessions hosted by Bob Sneider, students, locals and touring musicians all improvise together.
Album Review | ‘Just Friends’
Rochester Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra’s new album is filled with big-band arrangements of classic tunes, with a few surprises thrown in.
More than meets the eye
Nick Brandreth’s creative instincts have led him beyond photography to drawing, painting and film.
Sevyn Streeter to headline Rochester’s Juneteenth Festival
The R&B singer-songwriter will perform as part of the daylong celebration on Saturday, June 15 at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park.
Album Review | ‘Garden Dream’
On its fifth release, Tough Old Bird continues to produce whimsical Americana ballads.






