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Ian Flanigan’s New Song ‘Through The Darkness’ Six Years In The Making
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Ian Flanigan’s New Song ‘Through The Darkness’ Six Years In The Making

Ian Flanigan has released 'Through the Darkness,' a new song with a story that dates back six years. Flanigan originally wrote the song for the graduating class of 2020. At the time, students were entering adulthood during a period filled with fear, loss and uncertainty. However, the song was never officially recorded. Six years later, Flanigan returned to it. He says the circumstances may have changed, but the uncertainty behind the song still feels familiar. “I wrote Through The Darkness for the graduating class of 2020, when the world was filled with fear, loss, and uncertainty. I kept thinking about the young people stepping into adulthood without knowing what came next. Six years later, that feeling hasn't disappeared, it just looks different. That's why I finally recorded t...
The KZE Kamper: Taking Local Radio Back to Where the Music Happens
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The KZE Kamper: Taking Local Radio Back to Where the Music Happens

There is something wonderfully backwards about the KZE Kamper. At a time when much of the radio industry is looking for ways to move farther away from the physical world—more automation, more centralized programming, more content delivered from studios hundreds or thousands of miles away—98.1 KZE has been investing in a vehicle designed to do exactly the opposite. We built something that allows the radio station to go where the music is. The KZE Kamper is a mobile live-music production and broadcast vehicle capable of recording, mixing, transmitting and producing concerts from virtually anywhere we can park it. Inside is much of the same technology that would traditionally be found in a professional broadcast facility or live recording studio: digital audio production, multit...
Yasgur Road Reunion Returns This Weekend
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Yasgur Road Reunion Returns This Weekend

The Yasgur Road Reunion 2026 returns to Bethel, New York, this weekend for four days of live music, camping, art and community. The celebration begins Thursday evening, August 13, and marks both the 57th anniversary of Woodstock ’69 and the 30th anniversary of the Yasgur Road Campground. A Packed Weekend of Music This year’s lineup is led by Keller Williams, John Brown’s Body and Kung Fu. The weekend will also feature Jonny G’s Yasgur Road All Stars with members of Lespecial, Lotus, Kung Fu, Deep Banana Blackout, ShwizZ, Residual Groove and more. Rob Glassman’s Music Never Stopped featuring Jen Durkin and Beau Sasser is also on the bill, along with Peak, Hannah’s Field, Kind Bud, Gypsy Funk Squad, The Derek Woods Band, Emergency Tuna, The Jenny Party and many others. Celebratin...
Dylan Doyle Goes Deeper on New Album ‘Nowhere’
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Dylan Doyle Goes Deeper on New Album ‘Nowhere’

Hudson Valley singer, guitarist and songwriter Dylan Doyle has released his fifth independent album, Nowhere. The nine-song record arrived July 24 and is available on major streaming platforms and on CD. The album explores themes of longing, melancholy and emotional release while blending R&B, rock, soul, Americana and other styles. Dylan Doyle Explores New Sounds on Nowhere Nowhere reflects experiences from the past five years of Doyle’s life. Several songs focus on unfulfilled love, uncertainty and relationships that have reached difficult turning points. “A big chunk of the writing touches on unfulfilled hidden love, and a deep sense of longing,” Doyle said. The album also gives Doyle room to explore new sounds. “Sideways In The Suez” is an instrumental fusion track feat...
Lawrence Announces Staycation NYC and Releases New Single ‘Feel Like That
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Lawrence Announces Staycation NYC and Releases New Single ‘Feel Like That

Photo credit: Deanie Chen Lawrence will return to New York City this fall for Staycation NYC, a three-night event at Brooklyn Paramount from October 29 through October 31, 2026. Each night will feature its own theme, opening artists, surprise guests and custom merchandise. Lawrence will also perform almost entirely non-repeating headline sets across the three nights. Themes, opening acts and special guests will be announced later. Lawrence Releases 'Feel Like That' The Staycation announcement comes as Lawrence also releases new music. The band released 'Feel Like That,' featuring JP Saxe, on August 7. The song is part of Lawrence’s new EP, Office Party, according to Playbill. A music video for “Feel Like That” can be viewed below. Staycation NYC Tickets Single-day gene...
Mazzstock 2026 Announces Lineup for August Festival
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Mazzstock 2026 Announces Lineup for August Festival

The first wave of the Mazzstock 2026 lineup has officially arrived, and it's shaping up to be another memorable weekend for live music fans in the Hudson Valley. As announced live on WKZE, the annual festival returns to Mazzstock Field in Marlboro, New York, on August 21–22, bringing together an eclectic mix of rock, jam, blues, funk, and Americana in one of the region's most welcoming festival settings. Artist Announcement This year's lineup is headlined by Black Star Ensemble (A Radiohead Experience), offering fans a fresh interpretation of Radiohead's iconic catalog. Joining them are several standout regional acts, including The Mazzstock All Star Band, Alpha Male Gorillas, Dylan Doyle Band, Jason Gisser Band, CFR, and Hollywood Herb. Festival organizers have indicated that thi...
Twiddle Returns for Frendsgiving 2026 and Releases New Single ‘Good Time’
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Twiddle Returns for Frendsgiving 2026 and Releases New Single ‘Good Time’

Twiddle has given fans two reasons to celebrate. The band has announced the return of its annual Frendsgiving celebration while releasing a brand-new single, "Good Time." Frendsgiving returns to The Capitol Theatre from November 27-29, 2026, bringing one of the jam scene's favorite Thanksgiving weekend traditions back to Port Chester, New York. The three-night run has become a yearly gathering for the Twiddle community and is expected to draw fans from across the country. Alongside the announcement, Twiddle released "Good Time," a feel-good new track accompanied by an official music video. Watch the official "Good Time" music video below. Ticket Information Fans hoping to attend Frendsgiving won't have to wait long for tickets. Artist Pre-Sale: Wednesday, July 22 at 10:00 a...
Grateful Dead Tribute: Dead Meat Serving Up Tasty, Juicy, Tender Music at Newburgh Brewing Company
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Grateful Dead Tribute: Dead Meat Serving Up Tasty, Juicy, Tender Music at Newburgh Brewing Company

If you’re a Dead Head, you’ve surely seen Grateful Dead tribute band upon Grateful Dead cover band, ad nauseum. Some are good. Some phone it in. And some possess an ability to change your life. Dead Meat - Premiere Grateful Dead Tribute The latter rarely comes through an ability to mimic or replicate the Grateful Dead’s triumphant highs and desperate, lonely, distressed, artistic and authentic lows. That, in my opinion, will never happen, no matter how hard any band, with any lineup, well-known or otherwise, tries. But some Dead tribute bands CAN harness the energy and the power and the thrust of a good Grateful Dead concert. This is an unspeakable and indescribable transfer of inspiration, imagination and vision that far transcends rhythm, melody and lyrics. These bands offer ...
Cage The Elephant Open Bold New Chapter With “Beaches In Tennessee”
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Cage The Elephant Open Bold New Chapter With “Beaches In Tennessee”

After a two-year break from releasing new music, Cage The Elephant are back with "Beaches In Tennessee," a reflective new single that marks the beginning of the band's partnership with Big Loud Rock and signals a fresh creative era. Cage The Elephant - Photo Credit: Lewis Evans The Kentucky rock veterans have built a reputation for constantly evolving, and "Beaches In Tennessee" continues that tradition. Rather than relying on dense production, the band opted for a stripped-down approach that lets the song's emotional core take center stage. Inspired by Real-Life Experience Frontman Matt Shultz says the song was inspired by his recovery following a mental health crisis that led to a lengthy hospitalization. While the lyrics present a fictionalized account, the emotions behind t...
Frolic at the Farm Returns to Red Hook with Bayou SuperJam
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Frolic at the Farm Returns to Red Hook with Bayou SuperJam

WKZE has announced the return of Frolic at the Farm, its annual summer music festival, which will take place at Hardeman Orchards in Red Hook, New York. Following the success of last year's inaugural event, the festival moves to a new venue while continuing its focus on live music, community, and a family-friendly atmosphere. The historic barn and working orchard at Hardeman Orchards will serve as the backdrop for a full day of live performances featuring nationally recognized musicians alongside regional artists. Bayou SuperJam Leads the 2026 Lineup Headlining this year's festival is the Bayou SuperJam, featuring an all-star lineup of acclaimed musicians, including: Joel Cummins (Umphrey's McGee) Dennis Chambers (Parliament-Funkadelic) Joe Marcinek Big Sam (Big Sam's...