Hello Darkness, my old friend. We just gained an hour of darkness so we may as well go out and enjoy the nightlife.
Wednesday
bob. w/s/g Ruha make their debut at Funk ‘n Waffles before embarking on a mini tour.
Thursday
Shakedown Citi is shaking it down at The Westcott Theater this November! Gonna be another great night of keeping the spirit of the dead alive, with fresh new setlists and unexpected treasures for Grateful Dead lovers in Syracuse. Tickets
Friday
Jaleel Campbell’s latest series titled InSecrecy explores the experiences of out, discreet and DL Black men in the gay community and what toll that takes on the psyche over time. “Unlearning our natural instinct to operate in secret is half the battle. Homophobia in the Black community continues to run rampant. Growing up under these constraints forces queer youth to assimilate – to prevent drawing attention to their mannerisms, interests, or desires. Each year, those that are able to ‘pass’ lose more and more of their natural instincts and begin to present themselves to the public how they believe society wants them to be.” Jaleel hopes to enable real conversations from those that may share a similar experience and encourage others to tell their stories.
The exhibition will be on view from November 9, 2024 – January 18, 2025.
Jaleel Campbell is a Syracuse, NY based artist whose work ranges from illustration, curating, directing, performing and the latest, doll making. Jaleel attained his BFA in Visual Communications with a specialization in Graphic Design from Cazenovia College and his MFA in Media Arts & Culture from SUNY Purchase. His passion for creating knows no bounds. It is through these acts that community building comes to the forefront. That is Jaleel’s mission and what drives him the most. Whether it be through illustration work that showcases the often underrepresented, video work that captures the beauty and essence of Black life and culture, or handmade dolls that aim to honor and acknowledge African traditions, there is no limit to his creativity and he will continue creating work that reminds Black people of their worth; even when the world becomes too heavy.
The Kennedys release their first CD of all newly minted original songs in five years!
“If you get a charge from a rich folk rock vibe, love a super sharp guitar lick, or appreciate a moving story song, you will find all of that on The Kennedy’s Headwinds. Pete Kennedy’s astonishing range on any guitar he touches deftly underpins every mood of Maura Kennedy’s warm, lyrical voice. You’ll get no resistance from these Headwinds, only pleasure.” – Marilyn Rea Beyer, Host, WFMT’s The Midnight Special & Folkstage
Songwriting duo Pete and Maura Kennedy make a strong return to the studio and stage after three years of weekly live-streamed lockdown-era concerts. They took the opportunity to explore classic songwriting in-depth, performing over a thousand songs during the pandemic. That vast overview strengthened and refined their own writing and laid the foundation for this new collection of original, socially-conscious songs.
Saturday
Kristin Gitler Festival at Steeple Coffee House in Fayetteville 7:30 pm. $15 Coffee and dessert included.
Jessie Murph In the Sticks Part II at the Landmark Theatre. Tickets
Sunday
This show features Clove, Navzad Dabu and Cosmelodic at Funk ‘n Waffles 6 pm.