New York has one of the most vibrant music scenes in the
world. Between large-scale arena shows from big-name artists and the small
venues incubating the talent of tomorrow, there is always something going on.
With the weekend just around the corner, now is the perfect time to experience
all the live music the area has to offer.
This weekend has not shortage of shows coming up, especially
when it comes to rock music. Fans of “emo” and pop-punk can dance the night
away at Emo Nite LA and Emo Night Brooklyn or check out Jeremy Enigk for a rare
live show. Foreigner, Whitesnake and Lynyrd Skynyrd will be bringing out the
hits for those who want to rock. Punk mainstays like the Dropkick Murphys,
Flogging Molly and The Adolescents are in town as are ska brethren The English
Beat and The Toasters.
Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, loves live music.
That’s why we’ve once again created a list of some of the hottest shows
happening in New York this weekend. Here are 12 shows to get your weekend
rocking.
1.
Jeremy Enigk: Sunny Day Real Estate frontman
Jeremy Enigk has been busy the last couple of years. Last year he put out the
critically adored ‘Ghosts,’ his first album in nearly eight years. Then,
earlier this year, he released an expanded reissue of his debut solo album, ‘Return
of the Frog Queen,’ remastering the piece and adding five bonus tracks of the
songs being played live on the radio. He is currently on a ‘Frog Queen’
anniversary tour, playing the songs with a full-band on his first large-scale
tour in a while. (Friday, Music Hall of
Williamsburg)
2.
Dropkick
Murphys & Flogging Molly: As two of the largest Celt-punk band out
there right now, the teaming up of the Dropkick Murphys and Flogging Molly for
a co-headlining tour sounds like a match made in heaven. Check out the
second-to-last date of the tour tonight in Queens for what is sure to be a
raucous night of music. (Friday, Forest Hills Stadium)
3.
Foreigner
& Whitesnake:
The worlds of soft rock and metal collide on Long Island this weekend as
Foreigner and Whitesnake head down to the beach on their “Juke Box Heroes”
tour. Expect to hear all the hits and more. The show will be opened by Jason
Bonham’s Led
Zeppelin Evening, adding even more epic music to the mix. (Friday, Jones
Beach Theater)
4.
Drake Bell: Earlier this week, television star-turned-musician
Drake Bell released two new songs, his first new music since last year’s ‘Honest’
EP. Bell wraps up his “Stripped” tour this weekend, playing intimate acoustic sets
in New York and New Jersey. (Friday, Knitting Factory)
5.
Emo Nite LA: Emo Nite LA returns to New York for
a giant “emo” and pop-punk party! Gym Class Heroes frontman Travis
McCoy, Hellogoodbye, Chiodos
frontman Craig Owens and Finch’s Nate and Randy will be performing with special
DJ sets from Fryan Kienle of Matchbook Romance, Brian Logan Dales and Dilly
Dally. Get ready to let your inner high school pop-punk out for an unforgettable
night of nostalgia! (Friday, Brooklyn Steel)
6.
Lynyrd
Skynyrd: Southern rockers Lynyrd Skynyrd are calling it a day, heading out
on one last tour to say goodbye. The “Last of the Street Survivors Farewell
Tour” will run through the fall with special guests joining them at every stop.
The tour hits Long Island this weekend with Bishop Gunn, Peter Wolf and Atlanta
Rhythm Section opening. (Saturday, Jones Beach Theater)
7.
The Adolescents: Pioneers of the California punk
scene, The Adolescents are bringing the rage to the east coast this week. The
band released their eighth studio album, ‘Manifest Density,’ in 2016. Electric Frankenstein
will be opening the show. (Saturday, Brooklyn Bazaar)
8.
Emo Night Brooklyn: If Emo Nite LA wasn’t enough
2000s pop-punk for you, spinoff Emo Night Brooklyn will be bringing their party
to Long Island on Saturday. While a confirmed line-up has not been released,
there have been some big names that have turned up unannounced in the past. (Saturday,
Amityville Music Hall)
9.
The English Beat: It has been 36 years since
Dave Wakeling released an album with The English Beat. That changed this earlier
this month when the 2-tone ska band released their new album, ‘Here We Go Love.’
The band is taking the new album for a spin out on tour throughout the summer
and fall, stopping in New York this weekend to end the east coast leg with a
bang. Ghost Town Steppas will be on tap to open. (Sunday, The Bell House)
10.
Porch Stomp: With this being the first weekend
of summer, Porch Stomp returns to Governor’s Island for a fifth season as part
of Make Music NY. The event promotes the city’s underground folk and Americana scene,
offering more than 15 performance stages, workshops and jam sessions across
Nolan Park. (Sunday, Governor’s Island)
11.
The Toasters: As if The English Beat wasn’t
enough ska for one day, New York’s own The Toasters will also be playing in
Brooklyn this Sunday. The show is part of their month-long tour and will have
Joker’s Republic and Beat Brigade opening. (Sunday, Knitting Factory)
12.
Years & Years: One of the most talked about
up-and-comers in synthpop, Years & Years is gearing up to release their sophomore
album, ‘Palo Santo,’ next month. In anticipation, the band will be playing a few
select US “parties” to get people even more excited for their pop-y new music.
The New York date happens this weekend with Raffaella opening. (Sunday,
Brooklyn Steel)
With the weekend almost here, now is the perfect chance to check
out New York’s one-of-a-kind music scene for yourself. Check out these or any
of the other countless shows happening around the area this weekend and rock
out!
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Live music and records go hand in hand. That’s why you
should make it a point to check out Vinyl Bay 777 before the show to find music
from this weekend’s live artists and more. As Long Island’s favorite new
independent record shop, we have thousands of titles to choose from in a
variety of genres. Browse our wide selection of new and used vinyl records,
CDs, cassettes, music DVDs, memorabilia and more in store at our Plainview
location or online at vinylbay777.com. With more titles being added to our
selection all the time, you never know what you might find at Vinyl Bay 777.
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