Drummer Juan “Jay Cali” Calixto readies a new solo career.
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The great Canadian songbook
Upcoming local concerts from Steven Page and the Lightfoot Band center the True North’s songwriting prowess.
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Hometown heroes
Travie McCoy and Gym Class Heroes and keyboardist John Fossitt were inducted into the Rochester Music Hall of Fame on April 13.
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Passing the baton
After 15 years, Son House Blues Night has a new host — and will celebrate its namesake’s birthday this Thursday.
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Horn of plenty
Eastman School of Music alum Sasami Ashworth joins her classical past with a bold new sonic future.
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‘Mountain Stage’ unites national acts and local legends in Rochester
The long-running NPR show will feature Loudon Wainwright III, Joe Beard and more at a Mar. 21 live taping.
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Opening the circle
For centuries, bagpiping was something kept within family lines — now, it just takes a Google search.
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The Irish Rover
John Dady’s Irish-American folk music anchors a new book tracing the history of Rochester’s old Tenth Ward.
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A refreshing reprise
Concert hall Anthology reopens, beginning a new era of Rochester live music, even as another venue closes.
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The Local Sound Collaborative expands its reach
Thanks to community support, the local nonprofit will pay eight musicians $200 each month in 2025.
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Juliet Lloyd comes home with a new purpose
The Rochester-area native singer-songwriter celebrates new album “Carnival” at Lovin’ Cup on Dec. 1.
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Three-chords meal
A new book catalogs the cuisines of touring indie rockers, including one fateful night in Rochester.
