On Rochester native Spencer.’s debut album for the indie label 4AD, the vibe is all-important as he draws from soul, R&B, jazz, and hip-hop.
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Meet the Rochester pianist who makes silent movies sing
As the accompanist for The Dryden Theatre’s “Silent Tuesdays” series, Philip Carli keeps silent films alive by hitting all the right notes.
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With spotlight on Black maternal health crisis, efforts underway to eliminate disparities
Black pregnant women face a medical system which often feels as if it’s working against their needs, and advocates say it’s time for change.
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Paying tribute to The Colorblind James Experience
Former members of the Rochester rock band The Colorblind James Experience play two sold-out shows at Abilene Bar & Lounge this weekend.
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Mary Monroe and the spiritual healing of music and dance
Although COVID-19 temporarily sidelined Mary Monroe of Nate and Mary’s World Music Quartet, it was music and dance that kept her going.
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Black, Armed, and Aware
The growth of groups like the Rochester African American Firearms Association mirrors a surge in gun sales to Black Americans.
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Negus Irap presents his hip-hop calling card with ‘My Name Is Guss’
Corey Waterman — aka Negus Irap — showcases a whip-smart wit and untiring flow on his street-wise album, “My Name Is Guss.”
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Folkfaces Fest V features charismatic storytellers, regional roots bands
Tyler Westcott presents the fifth annual Folkfaces Fest, a high-energy roots music weekend, from Sept. 30 through Oct. 3 in Darien Center.
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Joywave brings it home with ‘Smokestacks’ concert at Rochester Fringe Festival
Joywave closes out Rochester Fringe Festival in a headlining concert on Parcel 5, with local acts KOPPS, Mikaela Davis, and Cammy Enaharo.
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Washington Grove’s ‘incredible trees’ are now protected
Marked by valleys and hills formed 10,000 years ago by glacial movement, Washington Grove has been inducted into a national nonprofit focused on preservation.
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Two Truths makes debut with ambitious electro-folk music video
The band Two Truths makes a bold introduction to the Rochester music scene with their debut single and music video, “Brushstrokes.”
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Max Flansburg brings classic country sound to solo debut ‘Long Hard Year’
Dirty Blanket frontman Max Flansburg goes solo with “Long Hard Year,” a collection of first-rate country songs that showcases his singing voice.
