Performing classic blues-rock covers and equally tantalizing jam-funk originals, LITZ has been shaking things up since 2013. Based in Maryland, the band consists of the two Litz brothers — Austin and Logan, on keys and bass, respectively — as well as guitarist Pat Shine and drummer Nick Thrasher. The band has celebrated more than a […]
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INDIE ROCK | And The Kids
And The Kids is a vibrant, dreamy reflection of the human experience in life and death. Formed in 2011 by guitarist-vocalist Hannah Mohan and drummer Rebecca Lasaponaro, the Northampton, Massachusetts band added synth-percussionist Megan Miller and bassist Taliana Katz over the years. Similar to Kalmia Traver of Rubblebucket, Mohan has a scratchy alto voice that […]
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ALTERNATIVE ROCK | Third Eye Blind
Known for classic 90’s radio hits such as “Semi-Charmed Life” and “Jumper,” Third Eye Blind twists catchy hip-hop lyrics over alternative rock guitar riffs. Formed in 1993 out of San Francisco, the quintet has an extensive discography, including its 2018 EP, “Thanks for Everything.” Still going strong after all these years, Third Eye Blind plays […]
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POP ROCK | Cottage Street
Local quartet Cottage Street blends folk and rock instrumentation into bright, teen-spirit indie rock. Consisting of singer-songwriter Eric Andersen, bassist Lucas Smith, percussionist Nicholas Cerbone, and cellist Melissa Davies, Cottage Street has released an album’s worth of singles since 2017, including its latest single, “Spirit of Joy.” Cottage Street features cheerful, catchy melodies with equally […]
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HONKY-TONK | The Incantations
Rochester’s The Incantations have a mysteriously sparse online presence, but they continue to draw in local audiences in with its illustrious mix of country, blues, and rootsy folk. What began as a trio — consisting of guitarist Michael Maier, drummer Hannah Weidner, and upright bassist Reilly Taylor-Cook — has now developed into a full-fledged band […]
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Album review: ‘Once Around the Sun’
A dynamic quartet of classically trained Eastman musicians, Copper Hill defies traditional Americana standards with its folk-art fusion of country, roots, blues, and jazz. Formed in 2017, Copper Hill is celebrating the release of its debut full-length album.
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Album review: ‘Long Story Short’
Local multi-instrumentalist and singer Alex Northrup demonstrates songwriting finesse on his latest album, recorded with his band The Backup. While the song lyrics are heartfelt and retrospective, the instrumentation speaks just as much throughout the album.
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The Cool Club & the Lipker Sisters: reviving old music for new generations
Like the dynamic age range of its players, The Cool Club & the Lipker Sisters are a swing-jazz collective that blend familiar and new into one cohesive sound. The group will play at Three Heads Brewing on Saturday, July 6.
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PSYCHEDELIC FUNK-FOLK | Swamp Kids
Swamp Kids features a complex kaleidoscope of jazz-rock, psychedelic funk, and folk. Consisting of Big Mean Sound Machine’s Emmett Scott on keys and Angelo Peters on bass, as well as The English Project’s Chris English on drums and singer-songwriter Tenzin Chopak on guitar, Swamp Kids released its debut EP “Skeletons” shortly after its formation in […]
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ROCK ‘N’ ROLL | Hannah Wicklund & The Steppin Stones
It’s all guts, all glory when it comes to 21-year-old frontwoman Hannah Wicklund and her power trio The Steppin Stones. Formed in 2006 when the talented singer-songwriter was just eight years old, Hannah Wicklund & The Steppin Stones have played thousands of shows across the United States and Europe, and are now celebrating the 2018 […]
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AMERICANA| A Girl Named Genny
Delivering a raw mixture of country, folk, rock, and Americana, local sextet A Girl Named Genny recently released its debut full-length studio album, “Coming Home,” in 2018. You can join your partner in a step-dance, or shout and stumble along to A Girl Named Genny’s anthemic choruses, steadfast rock beats, and jovial string arrangements. Shifting […]
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NERDCORE | MC Chris
Known for his animation and voiceover work with Cartoon Network and Adult Swim, MC Chris also has a knack for hip-hop, electrifying fans across the country with his explicit geek-meets-gangster rap. His latest album is 2018’s “MC Chris Is Good Music.” Observing grown-up topics through a youthful lens, MC Chris uses a child-like shtick in […]
