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2 events,
Mat Kearney
Mat Kearney
Mat Kearney, a multi-platinum songwriter and producer, performs live at The Hart Theatre at The Egg in Albany.
Galene / G.O.L.E.M. / Death Cult Pharmaceutical
Galene / G.O.L.E.M. / Death Cult Pharmaceutical
This week's Super Dark Monday at Desperate Annie's in Saratoga Springs features live sets by Galene, G.O.L.E.M., and Death Cult Pharmaceutical. FREE.
4 events,
Switchfoot – The Beautiful Letdown World Tour
Switchfoot – The Beautiful Letdown World Tour
Grammy-winning San Diego alt rockers Switchfoot headline Empire Live in Albany amid their Beautiful Letdown World Tour.
Talking Heads – Stop Making Sense – Sound+Vision: Music at the Movies
Talking Heads – Stop Making Sense – Sound+Vision: Music at the Movies
One of the greatest concert films of all time, Stop Making Sense captures the Talking Heads live at Hollywood’s Pantages Theater in December 1983.
4 events,
Big Something – Headspace Fall Tour (w/ Consider the Source)
Big Something – Headspace Fall Tour (w/ Consider the Source)
The six headed musical monster known as Big Something has steadily become one of the most unique and exciting rock bands in the Southeast.
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance at The Linda features the 518's best swing and blues bands every week. Free dance lesson included.
4 events,
Sebastian Maniscalco – It Ain’t Right Tour
Sebastian Maniscalco – It Ain’t Right Tour
Comedian Sebastian Maniscalco rolls into MVP Arena with the It Ain't Right Tour, roasting today's absurdities like nonexistent manners, high prices & social media.
Bambara (w/ Open Head, Sun Natives, Fine Grain)
Bambara (w/ Open Head, Sun Natives, Fine Grain)
Dive presents Bambara live at No Fun in Troy, with special guests Open Head, Sun Natives, and Fine Grain opening the night.
7 events,
Nickopotamus – Happy Hour at The Eleven
Nickopotamus – Happy Hour at The Eleven
Albany quartet Nickopotamus, who meld rock, jam, funk, punk, groove, and zydeco, play a happy hour show at The Eleven at Lark Hall in Albany.
Pile (w/ Oceanator & Bruiser and Bicycle)
Pile (w/ Oceanator & Bruiser and Bicycle)
No Fun presents Pile, with guests Oceanator & Bruiser and Bicycle. Vibe: Post Punk / Alternative / Indie.
11 events,
Violent By Design (w/ Leylines, Blood Throne, Confinement, Mindscape Apocalypse, Malicious Offense)
Violent By Design (w/ Leylines, Blood Throne, Confinement, Mindscape Apocalypse, Malicious Offense)
518 hardcore heavyweights Violent By Design headline Empire Underground in Albany, with special guests Leylines, Blood Throne, Confinement, Mindscape Apocalypse, and Malicious Offense.
Side-B / Blue Envy / Passing Grade / Forever
Side-B / Blue Envy / Passing Grade / Forever
It's an "Eggscellent Show" at Son of Egg in Rensselaer, featuring live sets by Side-B, Blue Envy, Passing Grade, and Forever.
6 events,
The Lawn Sausages – The Last Schmaltz
The Lawn Sausages – The Last Schmaltz
Schlock rock band The Lawn Sausages will be ending their illustrious career with one final show, The Last Schmaltz at The Cohoes Music Hall.
Graham Nash – More Evenings of Songs and Stories
Graham Nash – More Evenings of Songs and Stories
Legendary artist Graham Nash, founding member of both the Hollies and Crosby, Stills and Nash, performs live at The Egg in Albany.
3 events,
Victor Wooten & The Wooten Brothers
Victor Wooten & The Wooten Brothers
Victor Wooten and the Wooten Brothers are one of the most talented and dynamic band of brothers the world has ever known. Catch them in Troy.
Bilal (w/ DJ Trumastr)
Bilal (w/ DJ Trumastr)
Singer, songwriter, and producer Bilal blends jazz, afro-futurism, classic soul, alternative R&B, rock, and even classical in his music.
Killusonline / Zookraught / CPS
Killusonline / Zookraught / CPS
This week's Super Dark Monday at Desperate Annie's in Saratoga Springs features live sets by Killusonline, Zookraught, and CPS. FREE.
2 events,
Rochmon Record Club Listening Party: The Beatles’ White Album – Sides 3 & 4
Rochmon Record Club Listening Party: The Beatles’ White Album – Sides 3 & 4
Rochmon Record Club Listening Party gathers at The Linda in Albany, NY, to celebrate The Beatles' classic White Album, Sides 3 and 4.
VCR Vortex – Santa Sangre / Mystics in Bali
VCR Vortex – Santa Sangre / Mystics in Bali
It's VCR Vortex VHS Night at No Fun in Troy, with a horror marathon arthouse double feature of Santa Sangre (1989) and Mystics in Bali (1981). FREE.
5 events,
Public Serpents (w/ Rover, Uncle Frank Says No!, Unintelligents)
Public Serpents (w/ Rover, Uncle Frank Says No!, Unintelligents)
Public Serpents (ex-Choking Victim) headline Empire Underground in Albany, with special guests Rover, Uncle Frank Says No!, and Unintelligents opening the night.
Dirty Honey – Can’t Find The Breaks Tour (w/ The Band Feel)
Dirty Honey – Can’t Find The Breaks Tour (w/ The Band Feel)
L.A. rockers Dirty Honey -- featuring 518 native Marc LaBelle on vocals -- hit Empire Live in Albany amid their Can't Find The Breaks Tour.
John & Yoko: Daytime Revolution (2024)
John & Yoko: Daytime Revolution (2024)
Celebrate John Lennon’s birthday with ICFS and a screening of John & Yoko: Daytime Revolution (2024) at the GE Theatre at Proctors.
5 events,
The Haunting (1963)
The Haunting (1963)
The Haunting (1963) is the first, and still, unmatched version of author Shirley Jackson’s horror classic, The Haunting of Hill House.
Shred Flinstone (w/ Zookraught, Cheesy Snacks, Canella)
Shred Flinstone (w/ Zookraught, Cheesy Snacks, Canella)
Byrdhouse Records presents Shred Flinstone live at No Fun in Troy, with special guests Zookraught, Cheesy Snacks and Canella.
10 events,
Skeletal Remains & Bewitcher (w/ Phobophilic & Witch Vomit)
Skeletal Remains & Bewitcher (w/ Phobophilic & Witch Vomit)
Death metal icons Skeletal Remains and Bewitcher co-headline Empire Underground in Albany. With guests Phobophilic and Witch Vomit.
The Mountain Goats – Rule of Three Tour
The Mountain Goats – Rule of Three Tour
The Mountain Goats, the musical project of singer-songwriter, pianist and guitarist John Darnielle, play Hart Theatre at The Egg in Albany.
12 events,
Kakos (w/ Against The Reign, Lucid Street, Blindsided, Anomalous)
Kakos (w/ Against The Reign, Lucid Street, Blindsided, Anomalous)
Ex-Frozen Sun guitarist Nick Stamas debuts his new band Kakos live at Empire Underground. With special guests Against The Reign, Lucid Street, Blindsided, and Anomalous.
Jeffrey Gaines
Jeffrey Gaines
Ever-amazing singer songwriter Jeffrey Gaines performs live in Saratoga Springs, NY, at the intimate Caffe Lena. This is not one to miss.
5 events,
Word Plays: Sunshine and Moonshine
Word Plays: Sunshine and Moonshine
Word Plays: Sunshine and Moonshine - Hear some great local storytellers share their favorite stories about Sunshine and Moonshine.
Emilie-Claire Barlow
Emilie-Claire Barlow
This dynamic group is led by versatile Canadian jazz vocalist Emilie-Claire Barlow, known for her gorgeous, mesmerizing jazz arrangements.
3 events,
Fozzy (w/ The Nocturnal Affair, Clozure)
Fozzy (w/ The Nocturnal Affair, Clozure)
Fozzy (feat. wrestler Chris Jericho) perform at Empire Live in Albany, with guests The Nocturnal Affair, and Clozure.
The California Honeydrops – Fall in Love Again Tour 2024
The California Honeydrops – Fall in Love Again Tour 2024
Formed in the subways of Oakland, retro-soul outfit The California Honeydrops are an electrifying group that defy convention at every turn.
Clone / Negative Raxxx / Bloodx3
Clone / Negative Raxxx / Bloodx3
It's another great Super Dark Monday at Desperate Annie's in Saratoga Springs, featuring sets by Clone, Negative Raxxx, and Bloodx3. FREE.
3 events,
Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982)
Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982)
In Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982), the most controversial entry in the Halloween franchise, wearing the mask of a skeleton, witch or pumpkin could prove deadly.
Rochmon Record Club Listening Party – Let It Be
Rochmon Record Club Listening Party – Let It Be
Rochmon Record Club will converge at Caffe Lena to listen to, and learn about, The Beatles' classic final album, Let It Be.
VCR Vortex – Child’s Play / Bride of Chucky
VCR Vortex – Child’s Play / Bride of Chucky
It's VCR Vortex VHS Night at No Fun in Troy, with a horror marathon Chucky double feature of Child's Play (1988) and Bride of Chucky (1998). FREE.
2 events,
GreenDrinks Albany 2024 Kick-Off Event
GreenDrinks Albany 2024 Kick-Off Event
Don't miss the GreenDrinks Albany 2024 Kick-off event for a fun night of networking, drinks, and discussions about all things green.
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance at The Linda features the 518's best swing and blues bands every week. Free dance lesson included.
4 events,
The Robert Cray Band
The Robert Cray Band
Blues guitar legend Robert Cray and his band perform live at the Hart Theatre at The Egg in Albany.
Comedy Bang! Bang! – The Bang! Bang! Into Your Mouth Tour 2024
Comedy Bang! Bang! – The Bang! Bang! Into Your Mouth Tour 2024
Join host Scott Aukerman, along with Paul F. Tompkins & The Comedy Bang! Bang! All-Stars, as they perform a totally improvised version of the award-winning podcast!
Robert Ellis
Robert Ellis
With a wry sense of humor and sharp insight, Robert Ellis dissects complexities of relationships & existential thoughts through storytelling.
7 events,
David Nihill – Shelf Help Tour
David Nihill – Shelf Help Tour
Irish comedian/storyteller David Nihill performs live at the GE Theatre at Proctors in Schenectady amid his 2024 Shelf Help Tour.
Czarface (w/ Ocelot, Little Vic, Brain Orchestra, Shaykh Hanif, Vincent The Owl, Juice Mega, The Odd One)
Czarface (w/ Ocelot, Little Vic, Brain Orchestra, Shaykh Hanif, Vincent The Owl, Juice Mega, The Odd One)
It's a mega night of hip-hop at Empire Underground in Albany, featuring Czarface with special guests Ocelot, Little Vic, Brain Orchestra, Shaykh Hanif, Vincent The Owl, Juice Mega, and The Odd One.
Drink Albany 2024
Drink Albany 2024
The Capital Craft Beverage Trail presents Drink Albany, a pop-up New York State craft beverage market and tasting event. At the NYS Museum.
7 events,
They Are Gutting A Body of Water (w/ Deep Slut, Mall Goth, Geoff Gordon, CPS, Galene, Great Depression & Dumpcake)
They Are Gutting A Body of Water (w/ Deep Slut, Mall Goth, Geoff Gordon, CPS, Galene, Great Depression & Dumpcake)
Bee Side Cassettes presents a mega huge night of music at No Fun in Troy, featuring They Are Gutting A Body of Water with guests Deep Slut, Mall Goth, Geoff Gordon, CPS, Galene, Great Depression and Dumpcake.
2024 Adirondack Brewery Oktoberfest
2024 Adirondack Brewery Oktoberfest
The 2024 Adirondack Brewery Oktoberfest offers a day of all things Oktoberfest with the beautiful Lake George fall foliage as your backdrop.
TVBOO – Daisy Dukes & Cowboy Boots Tour (w/ Schlump, Smith & MPort)
TVBOO – Daisy Dukes & Cowboy Boots Tour (w/ Schlump, Smith & MPort)
Mitch Draper, known as TVBOO, is quickly becoming one of the rising stars in the bass scene. Catch him at Empire Live in Albany.
7 events,
Vintri Hill – Rockin’ Pink For Breast Cancer (w/ Curveball & Otobo)
Vintri Hill – Rockin’ Pink For Breast Cancer (w/ Curveball & Otobo)
Local 518 pop punk duo Vintri Hill headline a special "Rockin' Pink For Breast Cancer" show at Empire Underground in Albany, with guests Curveball and Otobo.
Richard Brady on ‘Short Journey Home’
Richard Brady on ‘Short Journey Home’
Northshire Bookstore presents a special event at Yoga Mandali in Saratoga Springs with Richard Brady, an ordained Dharma teacher.
The 43rd Annual Asbury Short Film Concert
The 43rd Annual Asbury Short Film Concert
The Asbury Shorts Film Concerts give you a rare opportunity to view award winning mini gems on a big screen in a real theater format.
3 events,
BEAT – Belew/Vai/Levin/Carey Play ’80s King Crimson
BEAT – Belew/Vai/Levin/Carey Play ’80s King Crimson
Former King Crimson members Adrian Belew and Tony Levin band together with guitar virtuoso Steve Vai and explosive Tool drummer Danny Carey for the first time to create BEAT, a creative reinterpretation of the three iconic '80s King Crimson albums Discipline, Beat, and Three Of A Perfect Pair.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show (w/ The Kids of Albany)
The Rocky Horror Picture Show (w/ The Kids of Albany)
The Kids of Albany are back for their annual Rocky Horror Picture Show movie/performance at The Palace Theatre in Albany!
Burial Oath / Morticide / Torpedo Lane
Burial Oath / Morticide / Torpedo Lane
It's a delightfully heavy installment of Super Dark Monday at Desperate Annie's in Saratoga, featuring live sets by Burial Oath, Morticide, and Torpedo Lane. FREE.
2 events,
The Lone Bellow – By Request Only Tour (w/ Taylor Ashton)
The Lone Bellow – By Request Only Tour (w/ Taylor Ashton)
“By Request Only” Tour is The Lone Bellow love letter to their fans. Fans can submit their dream setlist to the show they will be attending.
VCR Vortex – The Fog (1980) / Body Bags (1993)
VCR Vortex – The Fog (1980) / Body Bags (1993)
It's VCR Vortex VHS Night at No Fun in Troy, with a horror marathon John Carpenter double feature of The Fog (1980) and Body Bags (1993). FREE.
2 events,
Howl Story Slam
Howl Story Slam
Howl Story Slam is an open storytelling competition by ADK Center for Writing and North Country Public Radio. This year's theme is "Close Call."
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance at The Linda features the 518's best swing and blues bands every week. Free dance lesson included.
6 events,
Artimus Pyle Band – Honoring Ronnie Van Zant’s Lynyrd Skynyrd
Artimus Pyle Band – Honoring Ronnie Van Zant’s Lynyrd Skynyrd
Artimus Pyle Band honors Ronnie Van Zant's Lynyrd Skynyrd with a special live performance at the Strand Theatre in Hudson Falls.
John Smith – Bright Series
John Smith – Bright Series
You hear both warmth & darkness in the music of UK folk troubadour John Smith as he weaves intimate tales of love, loss & human connection.
Odds Against Tomorrow (1959)
Odds Against Tomorrow (1959)
Directed by Robert Wise, Odds Against Tomorrow (1959) was the first film-noir to feature a black protagonist (Harry Belafonte).
11 events,
Eighteen Visions (w/ This Is Hell, Passed Lives, Spiritkiller)
Eighteen Visions (w/ This Is Hell, Passed Lives, Spiritkiller)
Orange County, CA metalcore OGs Eighteen Visions headline Empire Underground, with special guests This Is Hell, Passed Lives, and Spiritkiller.
Matt Mathews – Boujee On A Budget Tour
Matt Mathews – Boujee On A Budget Tour
Widely known and celebrated for his relatability and situational humor, Matt Mathews performs standup live on the MainStage at Proctors.
14 events,
Yin Yang Festival
Yin Yang Festival
Mind Body Soul Expo and Rock & Oddities Con converge to bring you Ying Yang Festival, with live bands, tattoos, wellness experts and more.
Carnifex (w/ Cryptopsy, Mental Cruelty, Organectomy, Heavy/Hitter)
Carnifex (w/ Cryptopsy, Mental Cruelty, Organectomy, Heavy/Hitter)
San Diego deathcore heavyweights Carnifex headline a brutal bill at Empire Live in Albany. With guests Cryptopsy, Mental Cruelty, Organectomy, and Heavy/Hitter.
5 events,
Upstate Punk Rock Flea Market
Upstate Punk Rock Flea Market
Hang out with fellow punks from the 518 at the Upstate Punk Rock Flea Market, a free all-ages event at Empire Live in Albany.
Craig Ferguson – Pants on Fire
Craig Ferguson – Pants on Fire
Comedian/actor and former Late Late Show host Craig Ferguson performs standup at the Hart Theatre at The Egg in Albany amid his Pants on Fire Tour.
1 event,
The Seventh Annual Super Dark Halloween Prom (w/ Sun Natives, Dogpisser, Wave Generators)
The Seventh Annual Super Dark Halloween Prom (w/ Sun Natives, Dogpisser, Wave Generators)
It's the Seventh Annual Super Dark Halloween Prom at Desperate Annie's in Saratoga Springs! Featuring live sets by Sun Natives, Dogpisser, and Wave Generators. FREE.
4 events,
Set It Off – The Deathless Tour Part 2 (w/ From Ashes To New, New Years Day, If Not For Me)
Set It Off – The Deathless Tour Part 2 (w/ From Ashes To New, New Years Day, If Not For Me)
Tampa alt rockers Set It Off headline Empire Live in Albany, amid their Deathless Tour Part 2. With guests From Ashes To New, New Years Day, and If Not For Me.
The Last Ten Seconds of Life & Cell (w/ Sabella, Saltwound, Frail Body, Oakheart, Marrow)
The Last Ten Seconds of Life & Cell (w/ Sabella, Saltwound, Frail Body, Oakheart, Marrow)
The Last Ten Seconds of Life and Cell co-headline Empire Underground in Albany, with special guests Sabella, Saltwound, Frail Body, Oakheart, and Marrow.
Anatomy of Exile
Anatomy of Exile
Saratoga Immigration Coalition presents Anatomy of Exile, Joshua Craze's performance-lecture overview of the refugee experience today.
2 events,
Lena Go Round – Songwriter Showcase With Erin Harkes
Lena Go Round – Songwriter Showcase With Erin Harkes
Musician/comedian Erin Harkes hosts Lena Go Round, a monthly showcase of emerging and established songwriters from the Capital Region.
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance at The Linda features the 518's best swing and blues bands every week. Free dance lesson included.
6 events,
Nosferatu, A Symphony of Horror
Nosferatu, A Symphony of Horror
Proctors presents Andrew Alden Ensemble’s exciting score for the iconic Nosferatu, which creatively compliments the horror of the film.
Hard Halloween feat. Casket, Flatwounds & Lady Ruby
Hard Halloween feat. Casket, Flatwounds & Lady Ruby
It's Hard Halloween at Wizard Burger in Albany, NY, featuring live (hard) music by Casket, Flatwounds and Lady Ruby.
9 events,
Overkill (w/ Assault on the Living & Crimson Mask)
Overkill (w/ Assault on the Living & Crimson Mask)
Immortal Empire State thrash legends Overkill return to Albany, NY, to devastate Empire Live. Assault on the Living and Crimson Mask open.
Guerilla Toss / Abyssmals / 100 Psychic Dreams
Guerilla Toss / Abyssmals / 100 Psychic Dreams
Upstate NY art rockers Guerilla Toss perform live at No Fun in Troy, with special guests the Abyssmals and 100 Psychic Dreams opening.
The Johnny Cash Express
The Johnny Cash Express
If you love the music of the Man in Black, you're not gonna want to miss The Johnny Cash Express live at Unihog in Hoosick Falls.
12 events,
The Phoenix and the Raven (w/ Deveria, Outta My Head, The Antarctican, Inverter, Splatterhead)
The Phoenix and the Raven (w/ Deveria, Outta My Head, The Antarctican, Inverter, Splatterhead)
518 prog-metal favorites The Phoenix and the Raven top a killer local bill, also featuring Deveria, Outta My Head, The Antarctican, Inverter, and Splatterhead.
GWAR (w/ Dark Funeral, Squid Pisser)
GWAR (w/ Dark Funeral, Squid Pisser)
Legendary gore-metal titans GWAR make their invariably messy return to Empire Live in Albany. With special guests Dark Funeral and Squid Pisser.
Monster Party – Art & Cover Show w/ Mystery Girl, Sun Natives, Grief Group & more
Monster Party – Art & Cover Show w/ Mystery Girl, Sun Natives, Grief Group & more
Monster Party Art & Cover Show at No Fun in Troy feat. Blood Office (Suicide), Mystery Girl (The Misfits), Grief Group (GWAR), Sun Natives (Dead Kennedys), and Bunny (Black Dice).
3 events,
Metal Music Mixer – Second Annual
Metal Music Mixer – Second Annual
The second annual Metal Music Mixer at Empire Live in Albany is a FREE event to buy, sell and trade band merch, gear, vinyl, CDs, shirts, etc.
Drew Lynch
Drew Lynch
Comedian and actor Drew Lynch of America's Got Talent fame performs standup live at the Hart Theatre at The Egg in Albany.
7 Plays / 7 Days
7 Plays / 7 Days
7 Plays / 7 Days will be a whirlwind experience of creating seven individual short works over the span of only seven days.