Music
Samara Joy – A Joyful Holiday (feat. The McLendon Family)
Hart Theatre at the Egg Agency Building 1, S Mall Arterial, Albany, NY, United StatesBronx native Samara Joy makes her case to join the likes of Sarah, Ella, and Billie as the next mononymous jazz singing sensation
G.O.L.E.M. / Happy Birthday James / Drab Stucco
Desperate Annie's 12-14 Caroline St., Saratoga Springs, NY, United StatesThis week's installment of Super Dark Monday at Desperate Annie's in Saratoga Springs features live sets by G.O.L.E.M., Happy Birthday James, and Drab Stucco. FREE.
Rochmon Record Club – 2024 Retrospective
Caffe Lena 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, United StatesRochmon Record Club will converge at Caffe Lena for a Year End Retrospective Listening Party, celebrating musicians who passed in 2024.
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance
The Linda - WAMC's Performing Arts Studio 339 Central Ave., Albany, NY, United StatesWednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance at The Linda features the 518's best swing and blues bands every week. Free dance lesson included.
Rochmon Record Club Listening Party: The Who – Who’s Next
The Linda - WAMC's Performing Arts Studio 339 Central Ave., Albany, NY, United StatesRochmon Record Club Listening Party gathers at The Linda in Albany to celebrate The Who - Who's Next.
Toriendofstory (w/ Amy Powers, Little Cliff, Keta Ester)
No Fun 275 River Street, Troy, NY, United StatesByrdhouse Records presents Toriendofstory, Amy Powers, Little Cliff, & Keta Ester at No Fun on 12/19. Vibes- Indie Singer/Songwriter + more!
Hamell On Trial Holiday Show (w/ Dust Bowl Faeries)
Ophelia's 388 Broadway, Floor 1, Albany, United StatesHamell on Trial (aka Ed Hamell) brings his smart, politically charged one-man acoustic-punk show to Ophelia's in Albany.
The Music of Thelonious Monk with Adam Siegel, Jason Emmond & Matt Niedbalski
The Park Theater 14 Park Street, Glens Falls, NY, United StatesThe Park Theater in Glens Falls hosts The Music of Thelonious Monk live, with Adam Siegel, Jason Emmond and Matt Niedbalski.
Mixed Roots
The Eleven 351 Hudson Ave., Albany, United StatesCombining distinct backgrounds and musical experiences, Albany's Mixed Roots perform music from different cultural roots across the region.
From Albany Veterans With Love Benefit (feat. The Grandstand Jockeys, Blackcat Elliot, Tame The Rooster, Otobo)
Empire Underground 93 North Pearl Street, Albany, NY, United StatesFrom Albany Veterans With Love Benefit with live music and silent auction to help those recently impacted by the storms in the Southern U.S.
Tula Vera (w/ Rat Motel, Canella, Grape Juice!)
No Fun 275 River Street, Troy, NY, United StatesByrdhouse Records presents Tula Vera, Rat Motel, Canella, and Grape Juice at No Fun. A fun indie rock show before the holidays!
Holiday Rock Showcase feat. Psycho Mutton Chops, Shadow Estate, Lil Josiey, Eric Lewis
Putnam Place 63a Putnam Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, United StatesHoliday Rock Showcase at Putnam Place in Saratoga Springs, featuring live sets by Psycho Mutton Chops, Shadow Estate, Lil Josiey, and Eric Lewis.
Home For The Holidaze feat. Phantogram DJ Set
Empire Live 93 North Pearl Street, Albany, NY, United StatesEmpire Live in Albany and 102.7 WEQX radio present their Home For The Holidaze party, featuring a special Phantogram themed DJ set.
Rees Shad & The Conversations (w/ Matt Griffin)
Caffe Lena 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, United StatesJazzy Americana combo led by singer, guitarist and songwriter Rees Shad, perform live at Caffe Lena in Saratoga Springs.
Unplugged Holiday Party w/ Mike Trash & Pink
The King's Inn 6 McDonald Ave., Schenectady, NY, United StatesUnplugged Holiday Party with Mike Trash (The Erotics) and Pink (Jimmi Mahalares) at The King's Inn in Schenectady, NY. FREE.
Grateful Christmas with John Hill
The Eleven 351 Hudson Ave., Albany, United StatesLocal talent John Hill performs acoustic Grateful Dead and Christmas carols and songs live at The Eleven at Lark Hall in Albany.
Pony in the Pancake Holiday Show (w/ Los Espejos, Haley Moley, Electric Turtle, Cooper’s Hawk, Rabid Children, A.M.’s, Huntress Wizard)
No Fun 275 River Street, Troy, NY, United StatesIt's time again for the annual Pony in the Pancake Holiday Show at No Fun in Troy, with guests Los Espejos, Haley Moley, Electric Turtle, Cooper's Hawk, Rabid Children, A.M.'s, and Huntress Wizard.
Neon Avenue Holiday Party
UNIHOG 2 Center St., Hoosick Falls, NY, United StatesNeon Avenue play the best of the Grateful Dead, and are one of the best at doing it. Catch them at UNIHOG in Hoosick Falls, NY.
Nefesh Mountain – Love and Light Tour
Caffe Lena 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, United StatesNefesh Mountain is a New York-based progressive bluegrass band blending American folk, Appalachian bluegrass, Celtic folk and Jewish melodies.
Hayley Jane Band (w/ The Laura Leigh Band)
Ophelia's 388 Broadway, Floor 1, Albany, United StatesHayley Jane returns to Albany with her full band for a headlining set at Ophelia's on Broadway. The Laura Leigh Band opens.
Senile Records Showcase feat. Raction, Despise, Drew S., J. Grecco
The Rat Den 471 Hamilton St., Albany, NY, United StatesSenile Records Showcase at The Rat Den in Albany, featuring live sets by Raction, Despise, Drew S., and J. Grecco. FREE.
Family Tree Mondays at Putnam Place
Putnam Place 63a Putnam Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, United StatesLocal faves Family Tree are joined each week by various guests from the regional music scene to perform live at Putnam Place in Saratoga Springs.
Gusto / Sugar Eater / Cole King / Ed Yasko
Desperate Annie's 12-14 Caroline St., Saratoga Springs, NY, United StatesLocal 518 melodic punks Gusto headline Super Dark Monday at Desperate Annie's in Saratoga Springs. With special guests Sugar Eater, Cole King and Ed Yasko.
Racquette River Rounders Annual Boxing Day Reunion Show
Caffe Lena 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, United StatesJoin Danny Gotham and John Kribs for their annual Racquette River Rounders Boxing Day Reunion Show at Caffe Lena in Saratoga Springs.
Hellseeker Goth Night – Cold Wave Winter Ball
No Fun 275 River Street, Troy, NY, United StatesHellseeker Goth Night with live DJs! Spinning goth, darkwave, EBM, industrial and electro.
Josh Mosh’s Halfway To Hell Birthday Bash feat. Tyranize, Misery Machine, 10-50 Nightmare, Faced
Empire Underground 93 North Pearl Street, Albany, NY, United StatesJosh Mosh's Halfway To Hell Birthday Bash at Empire Underground featuring live music by Tyranize, Misery Machine, 10-50 Nightmare, and Faced.
Everybody That Loves You (w/ Happy Birthday James, GOLEM, No Coincidence)
No Fun 275 River Street, Troy, NY, United StatesEverybody That Loves You Birthday Show featuring ETLY, Happy Birthday James, GOLEM, and No Coincidence at No Fun! Big birthday vibes!
Across The Pond – Beatles Tribute
The Strand Theatre 210 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY, United StatesAcross The Pond has been celebrating the music of The Beatles since 2008, bringing the energy and spirit of The Fab Four (without costumes).
Zakk Sabbath – King of the Monstours (w/ Zoso & The Iron Maidens)
Empire Live 93 North Pearl Street, Albany, NY, United StatesZakk Sabbath -- the cover band led by Ozzy Osbourne, Black Label Society and Pantera guitarist Zakk Wylde -- comes to Albany bearing some serious riffage amid the group's King of the Monstours.
Family Tree Mondays at Putnam Place
Putnam Place 63a Putnam Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, United StatesLocal faves Family Tree are joined each week by various guests from the regional music scene to perform live at Putnam Place in Saratoga Springs.