I hope all the mamas had a nice weekend. We are half way through May already! Who’s ready for Summer fun? I’m so excited for outdoor events.
Make sure you head out to Wonderland Forest this year. Trey Anastasio (Phish) plays May 17! Check out the great lineup here.
Wednesday
We can always count on the 443 to bring great music to town and provide the most excellent listening room vibe. Tickets available.
”Electrifying, raucous, pure Chicago blues….Lil’ Ed is a guitarist extraordinaire….slashing slide and flamboyant stage persona.” – Chicago Tribune
“Rough and ready blues played with unmitigated intensity…Swirling, snarling, riveting slide….The Blues Imperials pound out riffs and rhythms like they’re overdosing on boogie juice. Scorching and soulful, joyous and stomping.” – Living Blues
In Chicago, a city overflowing with unrivaled blues talent, world-renowned Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials have been standing tall for almost 30 years. The band’s big sound, fueled by Lil’ Ed’s gloriously rollicking slide work and deep blues string bending, along with his rough-edged, soulful vocals, is as real and hard-hitting as Chicago blues gets. The Chicago Sun-Times says, “Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials are the hottest purveyors of bottleneck boogie to come out of Chicago since Hound Dog Taylor.”
Thursday
Head into Funk ‘n Waffles Thursday for a rock ‘n roll show.
Lurking in the murky depths of Central New York exist the group known as King Squiddy and the Sethlapods. A deadly trip consisting of Chris “King Squiddy” Watson, Seth “Savage” Panebianco, and Larissa DeJesus. An amalgamation of blues rock and heavy metal, ready to make you rock out with your tentacles out!
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Mythorya is a 5-piece American metal band from Rome, New York. The band was formed in 2018 from a collection of down-to-earth guys who have since crafted this current lineup into a group of extremely talented musicians who love music and like to have fun creating it. Their unique brand of entertainment fuses melodic and gritty vocals with diverse passages comprised of multiple subgenres of metal and hard rock, a touch of electronic, and a hearty dose of in-your-face riffs. A Mythorya live performance combines an aural soundscape with a high-energy stage presence that will move your body, captivate your mind, and free your soul.
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Utica, NY gets a blast of sonic energy with The Huns. This quartet of seasoned musicians, with over 20 years of experience each, blends raw energy with undeniable melody. Get ready for a four-headed vocal attack – Jeremy Painter, Zach Hitchcock, Mark Malinowski, and Colby Wold – each adding their own unique flavor to the sonic tapestry. Behind the vocals, the band is a powerhouse. Mark Malinowski lays down a groove on drums that’s impossible to ignore, while Colby Wold provides the low-end thunder on bass. Jeremy and Zach, when not delivering powerful vocals, unleash scorching leads on guitar, creating a sound that’s both hauntingly beautiful and undeniably raw. The Huns are more than just a band; they’re a force of nature. Forget following trends, they’re here to forge their own path, one riff and soaring vocal harmony at a time.
Friday
Kick off the summer festival season with the 5th Annual NYE Automotive Group Battle of the Wings presented by Empower Federal Credit Union at Syracuse’s Inner Harbor. Indulge in delectable wings from numerous local restaurants, savor craft beers, enjoy live performances, and witness a breathtaking fireworks display. Sponsored by Dan-O’s Seasoning, proceeds support the Jim & Juli Boeheim Foundation and Griffin’s Guardians.
Saturday
Celebrate the Syracuse Arts District this May with our Open Studio event hosted by the Delavan Studios and the Gear Factory.
There will be over 60 artists studios to see! Explore the Gear Factory. Take a walk through of the all new Delavan Studios.
Doors open at 10am, event ends at 5pm
The Gear Factory | 200 S Geddes St, Syracuse, NY 13204
Delavan Studios | 509 West Fayette St, Syracuse, NY 13204
Tickets are $5 and will give you entry to both the Delavan Studios and Gear Factory. All proceeds will go to Lipe Art Park.
Sunday
The most popular open-air vendor event in CNY : The Shop Small Sunday Series returns to Salt City Market this Summer!
Join us as we celebrate small businesses in CNY and filling up the parking lot of the Salt City Market with over 60 + antique dealers, vintage curators, not for profit orgs and handmade artisan vendors!
+ Live music, spoken word, Live painting & more + plenty of eats and drinks inside the market to enjoy!
• Sunday, May 19th
Event Timing:
11am – 5pm in the back parking lot at Salt City Market
Event Address:
484 S. Salina St, Syracuse, NY 13202