The weekend is almost here. That means it’s time to finalize
those weekend plans for fun and relaxation before the next work week sneaks up
on you. If you’re still looking for something to do, why not head out to a live
show?
The music scene in New York is filled with an amazing array of
shows on a nightly basis. This weekend is no exception to this, featuring shows
both big and small taking place all over the city and Long Island in the next
few days. Paul McCartney will be playing a show to celebrate his new album.
Ozzy Osbourne will be bringing his last big tour to the area. Jamiroquai will
be playing their first show in the area in more than a decade. Pitchfork will
be bringing back OctFest this weekend. Fans of punk and hardcore / industrial
rock have shows from the likes of Strung Out, The Queers and Orgy to look
forward to. Ziggy Marley will be bringing some reggae flavor to the city. There
is even a show from The Sway Machinery to kick off Rosh Hashanah right.
Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, loves live music.
That’s why we’ve once again compiled a list of some of the hottest shows
happening in the New York area this weekend. Here are eight that are sure to
get you out of the house and rocking out.
1.
Paul
McCartney: Paul McCartney released his 17th studio album, ‘Egypt
Station,’ today. To celebrate, the former Beatle
is playing a secret show somewhere in the city. The singles from the new album have
been somewhat hit or miss, but he’s sure to play some of his classics, so you
won’t be disappointed. If you can’t find his “Grand” performance, the show will
also be streamed live on McCartney’s YouTube page. (Friday, Undisclosed)
2.
Ziggy Marley: Ziggy Marley released his seventh
studio album, ‘Rebellion Rises,’ earlier this year. The reggae singer and son
of the legendary Bob
Marley drew inspiration for the album from his father’s ‘Exodus’ album, as
well as the cultural events for the album, which critics have praised for its
timeliness. Marley is currently touring behind the album, hitting the New York
area tonight. (Friday, Rooftop at Pier 17)
3.
Ozzy
Osbourne: Now that he’s finished putting Black
Sabbath to rest, Ozzy Osbourne is hitting the road solo for one last
large-scale US trek with his ‘No More Tours 2’ tour. The “Prince of Darkness” will
be pulling from his more than five decades of hits, saying on his website that
he wants the tour to be “a huge celebration for my fans and anyone who has
enjoyed my music over the past five decades.” The tour hits Long Island this
weekend with Stone
Sour in tow. (Saturday, Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater)
4.
Jamiroquai: It’s been more than 12 years since
UK funk-rockers Jamiroquai have played a show in New York. However, following
the release of their eighth studio album ‘Automaton,’ last year, the band’s
first in seven years, they have made their way across the pond. After scattered
shows in the states, the band plays a sold-out show in Queens this weekend. (Saturday,
Forest Hills Stadium)
5.
Orgy: Industrial rocker’s Orgy’s breakthrough
album ‘Candyass’ turns 20 this year. Hear tracks from that album and more when
the band takes the stage on Long Island this weekend on their Bring Your Army
tour. Motograter, Brand of Julez, The Crowned, Prey Upon and Mevius will be
opening the show. (Saturday, Revolution)
6.
Strung Out: This year marks the 20th
anniversary of California punk rockers Strung Out’s album ‘Twisted By Design.’
The band is currently celebrating on their “Twenty Years of ‘Twisted By Design’”
tour, which will be wrapping up its first leg this weekend with shows in New
York and Pennsylvania. Support for these shows comes from After the Fall and
Make War. (Saturday, Brooklyn Bazaar)
7.
Pitchfork’s OctFest: Pitchfork is bringing OctFest
back for a second year this weekend, this time taking over Governor’s Island
for two days of live music, craft beer and gourmet food. This year’s festival
will have more than 90 breweries represented and an expanded musical line-up
with some heavy-hitting headliners. Headliners for Saturday’s festivities
include Wilco
frontman Jeff Tweedy and Vince Staples, while Sunday will feature headlining
sets from Nile Rodgers & Chic,
Yo La Tengo and The
Flaming Lips. (Saturday & Sunday, Governor’s Island)
8.
Sway Machinery: Jewish indie-rockers The Sway
Machinery will be ushering fans into Rosh Hashanah with an intimate club set
Sunday night. Prior to the show will be a short holiday service and meditation.
This event is being held by Because Jewish, who will be holding services for
both Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur (all of them with Sway Machinery frontman
Jeremiah Lockwood) at venues around the city. (Sunday, Nublu Classic)
The New York music scene does not disappoint this weekend as
there are lots of hot shows happening over the next few days. From rock and
reggae to hip-hop and dance, there is something out there for everyone. If you’re
still looking for something to do this weekend, check out one of the shows
above or any of the other small club shows happening around the area and rock
out.
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some of these touring artists and more. As Long Island’s favorite new
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