Ascension is a Contemporary R&B Band for all occasions!
Saira’s Jukebox is a musical collective, ranging in genres from psychedelic rock, 60’s funk and nostalgic 90’s r&b. This well rehearsed group features the soulful, raw talent of Saira Siddiqui on lead vocals and rhythm guitar. Young guitar phenom Kenny Blesy is featured on lead guitar. The group is rounded out with a seasoned rhythm section comprised of Sam Pavlovich (Intrepid Travelers) on bass, and Matt Felski (Scarlet Begonias/Lazlo Hollyfeld) on drums. The band delivers music that you can’t help but dance to and sing along with. Come check out a live performance and don’t forget your dancing shoes!
We play songs you like, but probably haven’t heard live in a while.
Eric has dedicated his career to revitalizing Buffalo NY’s historical music scene and growing communities through its youth. Critt’s Juke Joint is all-things organic in music and Eric is looking forward to bringing his Buffalo-bred jazz, funk and soul show to your town.
You never know what you might hear when Pine Deer Project is performing. Three Dads and lifelong friends with diverse musical tastes will put a PDP spin on any song. Pop, rock and country. Progressive, grunge and b-sides.
Rockaz is a group of seasoned musicians from different walks of life all now living in Atlanta Georgia. Their aim is to be not only the city’s, but the world’s #1 reggae band of choice.
The band was founded by Richard and Harris. Individually and collectively these musicians have jammed on the Fox 5 Morning Show, thrilled audience at Inman Park Spring Festival, grooved channel 9 viewers at the Centennial park Summer Festival, rocked the crowed at the Caribbean Annual Jerk Festival, backed and shared stages with some of the most well-known names in Reggae music. Names like Dennis Brown, Sugar Minot, Marcia Griffiths, Alton Ellis, Buju Banton, Nadine Sutherland, Warrior King, and the list goes on.
Rockaz Definitely has a unique style and sound but when you see them perform names like Big Mountain, Third World, and Steel Pulse comes to mind. Their inspiration stretches across all genres of music and this is evident in their song selections. If you’ve ever been to a Reggae concert in the Atlanta area chances are you’ve seen one or more of them performing. In short Rockaz rockz, but don’t take my word for it come and see for yourself! You’ll have and irie experience!
Jason Staniszewski (The Outer Groove, AjamajA, and Scarlet Begonias) and Casey Bloom (Workingman’s Dead, Fire Wheel, Dark Side of the Bloom) are performing together. Both musicians are transplants to the area but share a love and experience of a lot of similar music so we are excited for this night – if you missed the last time these gents did this, DON’T miss it again!
Saira’s Jukebox is a music collective, ranging in genres from psychedelic rock, 60’s funk and nostalgic 90’s r&b. This well-rehearsed group features the soulful, raw talent of Saira Siddiqui on lead vocals and rhythm guitar. Young guitar phenom Kenny Blesy is featured on lead guitar. The group is rounded out with a seasoned rhythm section comprised of Sam Pavlovich (Intrepid Travelers) on bass, and Matt Felski (Scarlet Begonias/Lazlo Hollyfeld) on drums. The band delivers music that you can’t help but dance to and sing along with. Come check out a live performance and don’t forget your dancing shoes!
Nolyn & Kathryn with special guest Grace Stumberg.
Jony James is the first band to play in the Buffalo Dinosaur. That alone should tell you the respect that the Dinosaur has for Mr. James. Jony James has played both the Syracuse and Rochester Dinosaur Bar-B-Ques. Jony James is a guitar slinger and his band absolutely rocks the blues.
Stationwagon is a cornerstone in the 716 music scene from Niagara Falls through Buffalo, and have been at it for some time with their rock grooves and foundational soul attitude!
The Rockaz return to the Dinosaur BBQ with saucy reggae vibes for your soul!
Saira’s Jukebox is a music collective, ranging in genres from psychedelic rock, 60’s funk and nostalgic 90’s r&b. This well-rehearsed group features the soulful, raw talent of Saira Siddiqui on lead vocals and rhythm guitar. Young guitar phenom Kenny Blesy is featured on lead guitar. The group is rounded out with a seasoned rhythm section comprised of Sam Pavlovich (Intrepid Travelers) on bass, and Matt Felski (Scarlet Begonias/Lazlo Hollyfeld) on drums. The band delivers music that you can’t help but dance to and sing along with. Come check out a live performance and don’t forget your dancing shoes!
Dog Faced Boys present PHIRST PHRIDAYS!! Join us for two sets of Phish, every first Friday at Dinosaur BBQ!
Scarlet Begonias plays the Grateful Dead catalog with precision while making the improvisational jams all their own!
Alex is a performer/musician in Buffalo, currently attending the University at Buffalo to earn her BFA in Music Theatre & BA in Vocal Performance.
Dog Faced Boys present PHIRST PHRIDAYS!! Join us for two sets of Phish, every first Friday at Dinosaur BBQ!
Jony James is the first band to play in the Buffalo Dinosaur. That alone should tell you the respect that the Dinosaur has for Mr. James. Jony James has played both the Syracuse and Rochester Dinosaur Bar-B-Ques. Jony James is a guitar slinger and his band absolutely rocks the blues.
Join us at the Dinosaur BBQ Buffalo location for an afternoon slathered with a youth music showcase! Come celebrate the endless hours of hard work these talented young musicians are bringing to our downtown Buffalo location. FREE show starts at 2:00PM. FREE PARKING on Sundays at all municipal street meters!
MANBEARPIG returns! Half man, half bear, half pig… Hailing from Buffalo, NY, ManBearPig plays a ferocious blend of your 90’s and Classic Rock favorites!
Dog Faced Boys present PHIRST PHRIDAYS!! Join us for two sets of Phish, every first Friday at Dinosaur BBQ!
Slip Madigan is a charmingly delicious rock band known for having an impressively diverse genre-less collection of original song material. With an emphasis on clever song-crafting, many of this band’s songs draw from a myriad of influences; From The Beatles to Ween, Zappa to Grateful Dead, Dr. Dog to Wilco, Bob Dylan to Leonard Cohen, Eastern music to Experimentalism, Slip’s music cannot be defined. Their art cannot be framed. Distinguished by their high energy addictive live shows, Slip’s music has been described as “Psychedelic Experimental Folk-Rockin’ Mind Expanding Knifetastic Brainfood”.
Vincent Bonelli is a singer and songwriter from Buffalo, New York. Vincent primarily does Guitar and Vocals and released his first record at age 15.
Teaspoon brings some soul for ya soul. David J &The Inner City Bedlam Trio to the stage at Dinosaur BBQ Buffalo NY!
Wild knight members Dave Ruch, Corey Kertzie, Joe Bellanti, join David Thiel for a wild night of music.
2 sets of Phish, every first Friday at Dinosaur BBQ from 10PM – 1AM, and NO COVER!!
Friday October 4th will feature Travis James (TJ) Hansen from Cypher on guitar!
Along with:
Keys – Donny Frauenhofer Music (Intrepid Travelers, DFB, THE TRUTH, Talking Dead Heads, Farrow, Big Martha)
Bass – Brad Robbins (Slip Madigan, GRAVY)
Drums – Jon Fohl (Intrepid Travelers, Big Martha-An Allman Brothers Band Experience
Dead Flowers is a New York City-based Rolling Stones cover band.  They are not your typical Stones tribute band — they don’t wear wigs.  Instead, they honor the music of The World’s Greatest Rock ‘n’ Roll Band by reconjuring the sound, groove, and spirit of a 70’s Stones show. In essence, Dead Flowers is a revival band.
The Rockaz return to the Dinosaur BBQ with saucy reggae vibes for your soul!
The Rockaz return to the Dinosaur BBQ with saucy reggae vibes for your soul!
Dead Flowers is a New York City-based Rolling Stones cover band.  They are not your typical Stones tribute band — they don’t wear wigs.  Instead, they honor the music of The World’s Greatest Rock ‘n’ Roll Band by reconjuring the sound, groove, and spirit of a 70’s Stones show. In essence, Dead Flowers is a revival band.
The Traveling Nobodys is a Classic rock band with their own spin. They play songs from The Beatles, Doors, Tom Petty, along with many more classic artists.
Rear View Ramblers are a bluegrass/original Americana group that has hit the Buffalo music scene in a very big way. Tight harmonies, strong instrumental prowess, and contagious energy are hallmarks for this group of young musicians.
Ten Cent Howl is one of Buffalo’s most refined RootsRock-Americana-Rock-n-Roll-Awesomeness outfits, this show is not to be missed!
Born in a Buffalo basement, The Plagiarists are a four piece pop-rock cover band who play everything from Billy Joel to Third Eye Blind to Maroon 5. Recognized for their cohesive sound and killer vocals, The Plagiarists pride themselves on being a must-see act in a city full of talented musicians.
We’ll be starting off the night with an acoustic/unplugged set, before kicking into high gear!
A Pearl Jam Tribute Band – Brendan Brady (guitar), Julian Burgio (vocals), Anthony Carames (guitar), Ian Corbitt (bass), Ryan Rindfleisch (drums).
Rear View Ramblers are a bluegrass/original Americana group that has hit the Buffalo music scene in a very big way. Tight harmonies, strong instrumental prowess, and contagious energy are hallmarks for this group of young musicians.
Lineup:
Jason Staniszewski- Guitar/Vocals
Joe Muffoletto- Guitar/Vocals
Joe Bellanti- Keys/Vocals
Tony Peteocelli- Bass/Vocals
Jim Doersam- Drums/Vocals
One long set of Grateful Dead tunes, after Dark Star Orchestra, tears the Ballroom down! Come get down with us!