Joywave transcends the cynicism and self-indulgent cleverness of its past albums with the sincere arena pop-rock of “Cleanse,” out Feb. 11.
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Thursday, Cursive, and more bring emo history to Anthology
Thursday headlines a “dream lineup” of influential emo bands, including Cursive and Jeremy Enigk from Sunny Day Real Estate, on Jan. 22.
Hochul says budget plan spends more, but will not cause NY to go into debt
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s budget plan spends at a much higher rate than her predecessor’s, but she says it’s all balanced.
In State of the State speech, Hochul vows to bring New York out of pandemic darkness
In her first State of the State address, Gov. Kathy Hochul vowed to pull New York out of the pandemic and into a new era.
Eclectic Overdrive hosts world music at Flying Squirrel Community Space
New to Rochester, Adam Arritola of Eclectic Overdrive presents adventurous music inspired by Persian, Indian, and American folk traditions Jan. 8.
Rochester rock band Upward Groove returns after two-year hiatus
After an extended absence, Eli Flynn and his band Upward Groove take the stage again on Jan. 7 with their blend of rock, funk, soul, and ska.
LaMar, a Democrat, to caucus with GOP and preside over split Legislature
Legislator Sabrina LaMar has pledged to work not just with Republicans, but with Legislature Democrats and County Executive Adam Bello.
Grace Conheady’s voice makes ‘Hello, Goodbye in Between’ sing
Local singer-songwriter Grace Conheady releases โHello, Goodbye, In Between,โ a debut album with sprawling vocals and intimate lyricism.
Agaaze makes chill electro-pop on ‘A Portal Inside’
On the electro-pop album “A Portal Inside,” Agaaze moves beyond his beginnings as a classical and jazz guitarist and gives EDM a chill pill.
Rochester Mayor James Smith diagnosed with COVID-19
James Smith took the oath of office Thursday in isolation after having tested positive for COVID-19.
How Rochester Tuba Christmas became a low-brass holiday highlight
The popular, oomphatic holiday concert known as Rochester Tuba Christmas returns to Kodak Hall on Dec. 12 for its 38th year.
Joe Brucato returns to the spotlight with โNumber 44โ
Rochester rock veteran Joe Brucato’s new album “Number 44” features strong backing from Joyous Noise and guest appearances from lSteve Gadd and Tony Levin.






