Rochester
June 13, 2019 | 6:00 pm
Big Mike & the Motivators — Live in the Lot *Canceled*
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The Dirty Bourbon Blues Band performs blues standards, original music, funk, R&B and rock. Vocals are handled by drummer “Uncle” Pete Griffing. Guitarist Seth City is the band’s principal songwriter. Adam “Granny” Smith plays bass and Zac “White Shoes” Walker rounds out the band on saxophone. Check them out here!
Born in Rochester, New York Sandra Naro was singing before she could talk! Her Bombastic vocals cover many genres’ of music, from Rock to Blues to Jazz. Having written quite a few originals, Sandra enjoys traveling through the experience of every song she sings!
Jackson Cavalier has been active in the music scene of Western New York and beyond since the year 2013. Starting off as a strict blues musician, Jackson transitioned into the realms of folk, country, bluegrass, and americana shortly there after.
The Ende Brothers are Kenny & Tommy Ende. They pride themselves on their vocal harmonies & expert guitar work. Check out their covers & band, Major Crush.
American country music singer and former Nashville Star semi-finalist who leads a prominent unsigned touring act. Named one of Country Weekly Magazines “Top 10 Artists to watch in 2010″ Sean Patrick McGraw has had quite the ride in the last two years.
Siena is a soul-folk band that will lift you up and get in your bones. With a voice that tugs at your soul, lyrics that challenge and inspire, pocket beats, and raw energy, this band is an unstoppable can’t-miss. Powerhouse singer Siena Facciolo, pocket drummer Chris Palace, funk/folk keyboardist Alex Fortier, and killing bassist Sam Klotz deliver a unique sensational sound. Siena is a whirlwind force “poised for bigger things.” – Rochester CITY Newspaper
John McConnell is a singer/songwriter from Oswego. His solo acoustic show has jazz, blues, folk, and funk.
Big Ben & Friends will be performing a unique blend of classic rock, reggae, 90’s staples, and today’s innovative music on his 12-string guitar.
Dave McGrath has been recording and performing for over 20 years. His self-titled debut CD was released in 2005 and more recently, “Songs of The Road”, in 2008. Dave is currently working on his third CD, an acoustic banquet of old and new originals, along with a few obscure covers.
2017 and 2018 Buffalo Night-life “Best Blues Guitarist of the Year” along with 2018 Buffalo Night-life “Best Blues Crossover Band of the Year” award winner Dave Viterna has been playing guitar and singing professionally since 1979 throughout the WNY area and plays annually over 160 shows.
The Taint plays 90s alternative rock (Rage Against the Machine, Weezer, Foo Fighters, Red Hot Chili Peppers, etc with some curveballs thrown in). The bands legendary live energetic shows have had more than their share of broken bones and taboos: “It’s is like watching a train wreck — You know it’s wrong but you just can’t avert your eyes!” The current line-up of killer players includes A.D. Zimmer (bass), Dave Kloch (guitar), Erik Welsh (drums) and John Akers (vocals).
The Swooners are a Rochester favorite. Formed in late 2010 to play some old jazz tunes and make a few ladies smile. Their setlist is literally from every decade in the 20th Century.
Blonde Over Blue is comprised of vocals by Amanda Stone, keys by Jimmy Hartmann and percussion by Danny Roelle. They play popular music from 70’s to today while incorporating original music by Amanda Stone.
Dave McGrath has been recording and performing for over 20 years. His self-titled debut CD was released in 2005 and more recently, “Songs of The Road”, in 2008. Dave is currently working on his third CD, an acoustic banquet of old and new originals, along with a few obscure covers.
Jackson Cavalier has been active in the music scene of Western New York and beyond since the year 2013. Starting off as a strict blues musician, Jackson transitioned into the realms of folk, country, bluegrass, and americana shortly there after.
Digglers Bridge is a pop, rock and classic cover band. DB covers Billy Idol, Bush, Candlebox, CCR, Collective Soul, The Doors, Foo Fighters, Gin Blossoms, Kings of Leon, Neil Young, Metalica, Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Snow Patrol, STP, Tom Petty, U2, Cracker, Brian Adams, The Toadies, The Who, Rush, Phil Collins and that’s just the start…
Significant Other is a blues-based rock band from Rochester, NY. Musical style comparisons are made with acts such as Susan Tedeschi, B.B. King, Van Morrison and Grace Potter. Significant Other is currently performing distinctive originals as well as adapted covers at select venues and events.
John Akers and Erik Welsh of the great Rochester rock band Hard Rain perform as an acoustic duo.
The Monica Hall Band brings their own feel to some of their favorite Country, Rock, and Blues tunes. This is a band you don’t wanna miss.
Featuring members of Stone Soul Foundation, Brand New Sin, Country Swagg and Rattlebasket residing in Auburn and Syracuse, NY.
Todd and Kelly are a husband + wife acoustic duo from Holley, New York. Performing both covers and originals, they try to keep it interesting by performing a variety of music. Todd began his musical career as a drummer in a heavy metal band and continues to drum to this day for Worthy Duncan. Kelly began singing at a young age in school choirs but was always influenced by a highly musical family and exposed to a diverse range of music.
Blonde Over Blue is comprised of vocals by Amanda Stone, keys by Jimmy Hartmann and percussion by Danny Roelle. They play popular music from 70’s to today while incorporating original music by Amanda Stone.
Big Logic is a musical explosion of sounds. We all draw from many musical styles for inspiration and our sound/set reflects that.
The Shakin’ Bones are comprised of seasoned and professional musicians. A Fun and Upbeat group, providing variety of rock, pop and modern rock music from the 80’s to today. Each member has appeared throughout Upstate New York in various bands for the past 20+ years.
Teresa Wilcox is a native of Rochester, NY. Her work combines classic American songwriting with bombastic high-energy rock and roll. With a career that has spanned numerous genres, it’s hard to pigeonhole her sound.
John McConnell is a singer/songwriter from Oswego. His solo acoustic show has jazz, blues, folk, and funk.
The Jess Novak Band performs roots, blues, rock and soul. Jess Novak (violin, guitar, vocals, piano, looping) works with Mark Nanni (formerly of Los Blancos) on piano, organ, accordion and vocals; Byron Cage (Tommy Castro, Joe Louis Walker) on drums; Anthony Saturno (Atkins Riot) on guitar and Billy Harrison (Atkins Riot) on drums, guitar, vocals and beatboxing to create a powerhouse sound.
The Dirty Bourbon Blues Band performs blues standards, original music, funk, R&B and rock. Vocals are handled by drummer “Uncle” Pete Griffing. Guitarist Seth City is the band’s principal songwriter. Adam “Granny” Smith plays bass and Zac “White Shoes” Walker rounds out the band on saxophone. Check them out here!
Porcelain Train is an acoustic Americana music duo. We perform mainly original music featuring Tamala Fonda on acoustic guitar and vocals and Ralph Fonda on djembe and vocals. A unique blend of rhythm and harmony combined with thoughtful lyrics.
It’s time for Ragechill hometown debut at Dinosaur BBQ on Halloween!!
Rachel Kroft is an emerging artist from Rochester, NY whose definitive vocal style echoes lounge swooners and ’70s soul divas alike. Come out for food and drink and soulful vibes on the spookiest night of the year!
Come dressed to impress as there will be a costume contest with prizes from Dinosaur BBQ! Bring a friend, bring your kids, come out and support Ragechill’s first full band performance here in her hometown! The music goes from 9pm-12am. No cover!
Dave McGrath has been recording and performing for over 20 years. His self-titled debut CD was released in 2005 and more recently, “Songs of The Road”, in 2008. Dave is currently working on his third CD, an acoustic banquet of old and new originals, along with a few obscure covers.
Rock with Teagan and the Tweeds, one of the best bands to come out of Rochester in recent years. The band rocks and Teagan is a songbird! Here’s a taste. If you love live music and you haven’t seen this band, get down to the Dinosaur Bar-B-Que and check them out tonight!
The Teressa Wilcox Trio is a stripped-down version of the Teressa Wilcox Band. Both are fronted by singer/songwriter Teressa Wilcox, who has an incredible voice.
The Taint plays 90s alternative rock (Rage Against the Machine, Weezer, Foo Fighters, Red Hot Chili Peppers, etc with some curveballs thrown in). The bands legendary live energetic shows have had more than their share of broken bones and taboos: “It’s is like watching a train wreck — You know it’s wrong but you just can’t avert your eyes!” The current line-up of killer players includes A.D. Zimmer (bass), Dave Kloch (guitar), Erik Welsh (drums) and John Akers (vocals).
Blonde Over Blue is comprised of vocals by Amanda Stone, keys by Jimmy Hartmann and percussion by Danny Roelle. They play popular music from 70’s to today while incorporating original music by Amanda Stone.
Jackson Cavalier has been active in the music scene of Western New York and beyond since the year 2013. Starting off as a strict blues musician, Jackson transitioned into the realms of folk, country, bluegrass, and americana shortly there after.
The group is headed up by Alicia Bohrer who brings versatility to the group with her voice. From performing such rockers from bands like Led Zeppelin, Bon Jovi to more current selections from artists like Elle King and Alice Merton.
Rock, Folk, Country. Thoughtful, honest, contemporary American songs sung and performed with a combination of alacrity and maturity. A great mix of rock and country with undeniable hooks and excellent musicianship. Songwriting has a 90’s vibe without being stuck there. There are Classic Rock flavored notes while sounding up to date but not trendy.” comparisons think of Jackson Browne, Tom Petty, and the Goo Goo Dolls.
Big Logic is a musical explosion of sounds. We all draw from many musical styles for inspiration and our sound/set reflects that.
American country music singer and former Nashville Star semi-finalist who leads a prominent unsigned touring act. Named one of Country Weekly Magazines “Top 10 Artists to watch in 2010″ Sean Patrick McGraw has had quite the ride in the last two years.
John Akers and Erik Welsh of the great Rochester rock band Hard Rain perform as an acoustic duo.
Ryan Zimmerman is a singer/songwriter from Long Beach Island NJ. He is a roots musician dedicated to his craft of songwriting and performing live. Ryan started his music career on the Jersey Shore,where he currently calls home. An avid music fan and performer Ryan draws his influence from early roots performers up to today’s consummate guitar players and singers. His windmill rhythmic guitar style is reminiscent of Ritchie Havens and his deep room filling voice summons Mark Sandman.
Aaron Rizzo is a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer born and raised in Rochester, NY. Self recorded, mixed and produced, Aaron Rizzo’s debut album “Blck Tee Shrt” hit stores on January 15th, 2017. Since it’s release, Blck Tee Shrt has received public acclaim as well as the attention of fans of all genres.
John McConnell is a singer/songwriter from Oswego. His solo acoustic show has jazz, blues, folk, and funk.
The Shakin’ Bones are comprised of seasoned and professional musicians. A Fun and Upbeat group, providing variety of rock, pop and modern rock music from the 80’s to today. Each member has appeared throughout Upstate New York in various bands for the past 20+ years.
Rochester’s premier instrumental rock band featuring former scientists in all of Rochester, gyrating go-go dancers, hilarious announcements, stage effects, nerd glasses, and rock choreography. From traditional surf music first made famous by the likes of the Ventures and Dick Dale, to heavier rock riffs taken straight from the playbook of Deep Purple and Led Zeppelin, there isn’t a dry seat in the house as the Isotopes journey through an array of genres.
Porcelain Train is an acoustic Americana music duo. We perform mainly original music featuring Tamala Fonda on acoustic guitar and vocals and Ralph Fonda on djembe and vocals. A unique blend of rhythm and harmony combined with thoughtful lyrics.
Skeleton Keys is a keyboard-centric, electronic exploration of the Grateful Dead, featuring Alex Mazur.
Ben Morey is a songwriting machine with a broad focus. Citing a short attention span, Morey fronts and plays in numerous bands with a pervading cool-and-casual demeanor, like a hepcat polar bear. Besides his primary outlet Ben Morey and the Eyes, the man plays in Dumb Angel and Soft Opening. He also performs as a solo acoustic act and as half of the countrified, Johnny and June-esque duo with Katie Preston, which just wrapped up a month-long US tour. Morey seemingly has no end of outlets for his prolific and varied output.
Todd and Kelly are a husband + wife acoustic duo from Holley, New York. Performing both covers and originals, they try to keep it interesting by performing a variety of music. Todd began his musical career as a drummer in a heavy metal band and continues to drum to this day for Worthy Duncan. Kelly began singing at a young age in school choirs but was always influenced by a highly musical family and exposed to a diverse range of music.
Hanna is one of 2019 International Blues Challenge’s Semi-Finalists who channels a wide variety of the blues, from pre-war styles to 50’s & 60’s Chicago blues, to swing and boogie-woogie. Josh is a fantastic young guitarist from Georgia, the 2012 winner of the Robert Johnson Blues Foundation New Generation Award, currently studying at Eastman school of music.
The Hi-Risers were formed in 1998 by Gregory Townson (vocals, guitar) and Todd Bradley (vocals, bass), who had been playing with one another since forging their first musical partnership in 1984
The Dirty Bourbon Blues Band performs blues standards, original music, funk, R&B and rock. Vocals are handled by drummer “Uncle” Pete Griffing. Guitarist Seth City is the band’s principal songwriter. Adam “Granny” Smith plays bass and Zac “White Shoes” Walker rounds out the band on saxophone. Check them out here!
The Swooners are a Rochester favorite. Formed in late 2010 to play some old jazz tunes and make a few ladies smile. Their setlist is literally from every decade in the 20th Century.
John Akers and Erik Welsh of the great Rochester rock band Hard Rain perform as an acoustic duo.
Miles Watts & The Brothers From Other Mothers are from the Rochester, NY area playing the Blues in all of its diverse shades.
The brothers appear as a four-piece band, acoustic trio, or acoustic duo with taste, experience, and setlists that audiences love. They are an “original-cover band” of Blues Rock Funk Americana and take their shows to new yet familiar places with lots of ear candy for everyone.
A Rush tribute band with special guest Aaron Rizzo Trio.
Early on, Chris Beard learned one essential detail about the music he plays: play it live. Since he first stepped on stage, Chris creates musical art unique to that moment in time. True to all artistic creations, Beard’s art is powerful enough to share his intense emotion release with audiences or listeners who takes the time to hear what Chris plays. This is the core of pure blues.
Todd and Kelly are a husband + wife acoustic duo from Holley, New York. Performing both covers and originals, they try to keep it interesting by performing a variety of music. Todd began his musical career as a drummer in a heavy metal band and continues to drum to this day for Worthy Duncan. Kelly began singing at a young age in school choirs but was always influenced by a highly musical family and exposed to a diverse range of music.
Franklin Mint plays a wide variety and unique blend of Classic Rock, Blues, and Southern Rock music. Take a ride down memory lane with them to hear music by – Eric Clapton, Cream, Freddie King, Allman Bros, ZZ Top, 38 Special, Marshall Tucker, Pure Prairie League, Lynyrd Skynyrd… Just when you think the ride is over they will Rock you with music from Tom Petty, CCR, Rolling Stones, CARS, KINKS, Bad Company, Joe Walsh, Beatles, and much more.
Band members consist of:
Dan Franklin – guitar/vocals
Bill Nyhof – guitar/vocals
Bill O’Neill – bass/vocals
Jim Tevels – drums/vocals
Richard Ryan Driscoll – lead vocals
Big Logic is a musical explosion of sounds. We all draw from many musical styles for inspiration and our sound/set reflects that.
“The John Payton Project” is a dynamic group, always in motion, songs continually growing. A tune may not sound the same between one show and the next, whether it be an added instrumental interlude, or part of a cover injected into an original. Made up of Flavors of funk, reggae, ska, new wave, soul, rock, and more coalesce in their sets, and one of its greatest strengths is the dance of its many styles.
The Millers are a young, up and coming band from Oswego, NY. The band has been together for three years and focuses on putting a new spin on classic tunes while still keeping the classic vinyl era and sound alive.
Join us in the Lot from 6-9pm. Big Mike & the Motivators are a high-energy, roots-based band that delivers blues and soul, with a dose of rock and roll.
Teresa Wilcox is a native of Rochester, NY. Her work combines classic American songwriting with bombastic high-energy rock and roll. With a career that has spanned numerous genres, it’s hard to pigeonhole her sound.
John McConnell is a singer/songwriter from Oswego. His solo acoustic show has jazz, blues, folk, and funk.
Dave McGrath has been recording and performing for over 20 years. His self-titled debut CD was released in 2005 and more recently, “Songs of The Road”, in 2008. Dave is currently working on his third CD, an acoustic banquet of old and new originals, along with a few obscure covers.
Digglers Bridge is a pop, rock and classic cover band. DB covers Billy Idol, Bush, Candlebox, CCR, Collective Soul, The Doors, Foo Fighters, Gin Blossoms, Kings of Leon, Neil Young, Metalica, Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Snow Patrol, STP, Tom Petty, U2, Cracker, Brian Adams, The Toadies, The Who, Rush, Phil Collins and that’s just the start…
Anonymous Willpower is a New Orleans Steam Punk Band from Rochester, NY. An ever-evolving band of hooligans from outer space. Spacegirl, Suzi Willpower, and her Voodoo King, Professor Anonymous hail from the Mecca of Freaks, from a planet very much like your own. The Space Girl met The Voodoo King while playing at an open mic in Rochester, NY., and they are on a mission to make you want to dance, and sing, and feel joy.
The Monica Hall Band brings their own feel to some of their favorite Country, Rock, and Blues tunes. This is a band you don’t wanna miss.
Dave Keller is an award-winning, triple-threat: an outstanding singer, an intense guitarist, and a talented songwriter. Fueled by his love of deep Southern soul and blues music, his performances ring out with passion, integrity, and an ability to break down the barriers between performer and audience.
Original NY Pop/Soul/Singer-songwriter three-piece consisting of members Amanda Ashley (Vox/Keys/Guitar), Beau Ryan (Bass), and Joe Randazzo (Drums/Percussion). The Amanda Ashley Trio has been taking Western NY by storm with original, soul-baring performances, and unique arrangements of popular covers from the ’40s, ’60s, ’70s, ’80s, ’90s, and the new millennium.
GUNSMOKE is a southern rock band from Rochester, NY consisting of five veteran musicians. They strive to keep the energy high to enhance your experience. They have played in several of the clubs around town!
Porcelain Train is an acoustic Americana music duo. We perform mainly original music featuring Tamala Fonda on acoustic guitar and vocals and Ralph Fonda on djembe and vocals. A unique blend of rhythm and harmony combined with thoughtful lyrics.
John Akers and Erik Welsh of the great Rochester rock band Hard Rain perform as an acoustic duo.
5 Head brings its ska, swing and soul show to the Dinosaur. With seemingly boundless energy, they dish out fiercely solid rhythm section grooves underneath traditionally catchy ska guitar stabs, all while sometimes sweet and sometimes red hot horn harmonies duke it out with front man Rob Reed’s freight train inspired vocals.
Who’s That is a tribute to The Who. They aim to put on a show that has the energy and sound of a live Who show from the late 60’s into the 70’s. Think Live at Leeds. Their stage setup and sound is reminiscent of the Who at the height of their career.
Frank Bang has a blue soul and a rock and roll heart. He plays that guitar like he was born with it in his hand. Also known for his band, Frank Bang & The Cook County Kings which are “Chicago Blues” at its finest.
The Millers are a young, up and coming band from Oswego, NY consisting of lead singer and guitarist Sophie Woods, bassist Sam Woods and drummer Patrick Dowdle. The band has been together for three years and focuses on putting a new spin on classic tunes while still keeping the classic vinyl era and sound alive.
The Teressa Wilcox Trio is a stripped-down version of the Teressa Wilcox Band. Both are fronted by singer/songwriter Teressa Wilcox, who has an incredible voice.
The Taint plays 90s alternative rock (Rage Against the Machine, Weezer, Foo Fighters, Red Hot Chili Peppers, etc with some curveballs thrown in). The bands legendary live energetic shows have had more than their share of broken bones and taboos: “It’s is like watching a train wreck — You know it’s wrong but you just can’t avert your eyes!” The current line-up of killer players includes A.D. Zimmer (bass), Dave Kloch (guitar), Erik Welsh (drums) and John Akers (vocals).
Big Logic is a musical explosion of sounds. We all draw from many musical styles for inspiration and our sound/set reflects that.
Their 4 piece band channels a wide variety of the blues, from pre-war styles to 50’s & 60’s Chicago blues, to boogie woogie. Fueled by a love of jazz, they are always ready to swing as well! Hanna PK and Aleks are also the winners of 2018 WNY Blues Challenge, and semi-finalists at 2019 International Blues Challenge.
Mikey C & Chuck DeRose will be helping us kick off the weekend! Join us in the lot from 6-9pm.
American country music singer and former Nashville Star semi-finalist who leads a prominent unsigned touring act. Named one of Country Weekly Magazines “Top 10 Artists to watch in 2010″ Sean Patrick McGraw has had quite the ride in the last two years.
When it comes to the blues, Joe Beard is the real deal! He has four albums, including one with Ronnie Earl’s band that won Offbeat Magazine’s Blues Album of the Year in 1996.
Join us in the Lot from 6-9pm. The Millers are a young, up and coming band from Oswego, NY consisting of lead singer and guitarist Sophie Woods, bassist Sam Woods and drummer Patrick Dowdle. The band has been together for three years and focuses on putting a new spin on classic tunes while still keeping the classic vinyl era and sound alive.
Miles Watts & The Brothers From Other Mothers are from the Rochester, NY area playing the Blues in all of its diverse shades.
The brothers appear as a four-piece band, acoustic trio, or acoustic duo with taste, experience, and setlists that audiences love. They are an “original-cover band” of Blues Rock Funk Americana and take their shows to new yet familiar places with lots of ear candy for everyone.
Stop down and get wild with Jon Lewis and his indie rock duo!
The Swooners are a Rochester favorite. Formed in late 2010 to play some old jazz tunes and make a few ladies smile. Their set list is literally from every decade in the 20th Century.
Americana rock band. Brian Lindsay’s ragged soul runs deep.
Americana rock band. Brian Lindsay’s ragged soul runs deep.
Join us in the Lot from 6-9pm. Big Mike & the Motivators are a high-energy, roots-based band that delivers blues and soul, with a dose of rock and roll.
Like A Hurricane is a top-shelf, Low-Fi musical production in the tradition of Rust Never Sleeps, Live Rust, Weld, and Unplugged that also captures the spirit of his studio recordings with Crazy Horse, CSN&Y, and Buffalo Springfield. Enjoy an evening of intimate acoustic songs, soulful lyrics and driving electric guitars that are the trademarks of Neil’s live shows filled with well-known live classics and treasured gems from his albums.
“The John Payton Project” is a dynamic group, always in motion, songs continually growing. A tune may not sound the same between one show and the next, whether it be an added instrumental interlude, or part of a cover injected into an original. Made up of Flavors of funk, reggae, ska, new wave, soul, rock, and more coalesce in their sets, and one of its greatest strengths is the dance of its many styles.
John McConnell is a singer/songwriter from Oswego. His solo acoustic show has jazz, blues, folk, and funk.
Rock, Folk, Country. Thoughtful, honest, contemporary American songs sung and performed with a combination of alacrity and maturity. A great mix of rock and country with undeniable hooks and excellent musicianship. Songwriting has a 90’s vibe without being stuck there. There are Classic Rock flavored notes while sounding up to date but not trendy.” comparisons think of Jackson Browne, Tom Petty, and the Goo Goo Dolls.
John Akers and Erik Welsh of the great Rochester rock band Hard Rain perform as an acoustic duo. Join them in The Lot from 6-9pm.
New Orleans Steam Punk Band from Rochester, NY. An ever-evolving band of hooligans from outer space. Spacegirl, Suzi Willpower, and her Voodoo King, Professor Anonymous hail from the Mecca of Freaks, from a planet very much like your own. The Space Girl met The Voodoo King while playing at an open mic in Rochester, NY., and they are on a mission to make you want to dance, and sing, and feel joy.
The group is headed up by Alicia Bohrer who brings versatility to the group with her voice. From performing such rockers from bands like Led Zeppelin, Bon Jovi to more current selections from artists like Elle King and Alice Merton.
When it comes to the blues, Joe Beard is the real deal! He has four albums, including one with Ronnie Earl’s band that won Offbeat Magazine’s Blues Album of the Year in 1996.
Rochester’s premier instrumental rock band featuring former scientists in all of Rochester, gyrating go-go dancers, hilarious announcements, stage effects, nerd glasses, and rock choreography. From traditional surf music first made famous by the likes of the Ventures and Dick Dale, to heavier rock riffs taken straight from the playbook of Deep Purple and Led Zeppelin, there isn’t a dry seat in the house as the Isotopes journey through an array of genres.
Local Rochester group Zynaptic Gap features a three-vocalist line up covering a range of classic rock to blues/funk to some more recent alt-rock and much in between. Their arrangements allow room for both the instruments and vocals to spread out to get the neurons firing and the crowd energized.
Syracuse’s own Shawn Tallet can be defined as one of these types, and through his dedication to his craft and meticulous playing, it’s easy to see. With a voice that sounds like a late-night, smoky bar, permeated by neon signs and fiery chops on the electric guitar, Shawn Tallet can captivate audiences and leave them hungry for more.
Handsome Young Ladies is western New York’s newest hit cover band covering songs from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and Today.
Original NY Pop/Soul/Singer-songwriter three-piece consisting of members Amanda Ashley (Vox/Keys/Guitar), Beau Ryan (Bass), and Joe Randazzo (Drums/Percussion). The Amanda Ashley Trio has been taking Western NY by storm with original, soul-baring performances, and unique arrangements of popular covers from the ’40s, ’60s, ’70s, ’80s, ’90s, and the new millennium.
Hanna is one of 2019 International Blues Challenge’s Semi-Finalists who channels a wide variety of the blues, from pre-war styles to 50’s & 60’s Chicago blues, to swing and boogie-woogie. Josh is a fantastic young guitarist from Georgia, the 2012 winner of the Robert Johnson Blues Foundation New Generation Award, currently studying at Eastman school of music.
Like A Hurricane is a top-shelf, Low-Fi musical production in the tradition of Rust Never Sleeps, Live Rust, Weld, and Unplugged that also captures the spirit of his studio recordings with Crazy Horse, CSN&Y, and Buffalo Springfield. Enjoy an evening of intimate acoustic songs, soulful lyrics and driving electric guitars that are the trademarks of Neil’s live shows filled with well-known live classics and treasured gems from his albums.
The Teressa Wilcox Trio is a stripped-down version of the Teressa Wilcox Band. Both are fronted by singer/songwriter Teressa Wilcox, who has an incredible voice.
The Ende Brothers are Kenny & Tommy Ende. They pride themselves on their vocal harmonies & expert guitar work. Check out their covers & band, Major Crush.
The Monica Hall Band brings their own feel to some of their favorite Country, Rock, and Blues tunes. This is a band you don’t wanna miss.
The group is headed up by Alicia Bohrer who brings versatility to the group with her voice. From performing such rockers from bands like Led Zeppelin, Bon Jovi to more current selections from artists like Elle King and Alice Merton.
Big Logic is a musical explosion of sounds. We all draw from many musical styles for inspiration and our sound/set reflects that.
The Taint plays 90s alternative rock (Rage Against the Machine, Weezer, Foo Fighters, Red Hot Chili Peppers, etc with some curveballs thrown in). The bands legendary live energetic shows have had more than their share of broken bones and taboos: “It’s is like watching a train wreck — You know it’s wrong but you just can’t avert your eyes!” The current line-up of killer players includes A.D. Zimmer (bass), Dave Kloch (guitar), Erik Welsh (drums) and John Akers (vocals).
The Swooners are a Rochester favorite. Formed in late 2010 to play some old jazz tunes and make a few ladies smile. Their set list is literally from every decade in the 20th Century.
Ben Morey is a songwriting machine with a broad focus. Citing a short attention span, Morey fronts and plays in numerous bands with a pervading cool-and-casual demeanor, like a hepcat polar bear. Besides his primary outlet Ben Morey and the Eyes, the man plays in Dumb Angel and Soft Opening. He also performs as a solo acoustic act and as half of the countrified, Johnny and June-esque duo with Katie Preston, which just wrapped up a month-long US tour. Morey seemingly has no end of outlets for his prolific and varied output.
When it comes to the blues, Joe Beard is the real deal! He has four albums, including one with Ronnie Earl’s band that won Offbeat Magazine’s Blues Album of the Year in 1996.
HeartStruck is from Rochester NY. They love the band HEART and perform many of their songs as well as cover tunes from many other great bands including Led Zeppelin, Journey, Who, Janis Joplin, and more.
Their 4 piece band channels a wide variety of the blues, from pre-war styles to 50’s & 60’s Chicago blues, to boogie woogie. Fueled by a love of jazz, they are always ready to swing as well! Hanna PK and Aleks are also the winners of 2018 WNY Blues Challenge, and semi-finalists at 2019 International Blues Challenge.
The Teressa Wilcox Trio is a stripped-down version of the Teressa Wilcox Band. Both are fronted by singer/songwriter Teressa Wilcox, who has an incredible voice.
Adrenaline is a female fronted 80’s hard rock tribute band. 4 talented musicians make up Adrenaline’s lineup each with years of stage experience.
Porcelain Train is an acoustic Americana duo performing original music from singer/songwriter Tamala Fonda on acoustic guitar and vocals, and Ralph Fonda on percussion and vocals. A unique blend of rhythm and harmony combined with thoughtful lyrics.
Dave McGrath has been recording and performing for over 20 years. His self-titled debut CD was released in 2005 and more recently, “Songs of The Road”, in 2008. Dave is currently working on his third CD, an acoustic banquet of old and new originals, along with a few obscure covers.