The New York area is filled with some of the most amazing
music in the world. There is something going on every night if you
know where to find it. And now that another weekend is almost upon us, why not
take advantage of what the area has to offer and plan to take in a live show.
There are a lot of large tours coming through New York and
New Jersey this weekend, as well as some killer one-off shows that you won’t
want to miss. If it’s nostalgia you crave, you can go back to the 80s with New
Kids on the Block are back, the 90s with The Wallflowers and Better Than Ezra,
or even further back to the 70s with the Yardbirds. James Taylor and Bonnie
Raitt are also bringing some of that 60s folk rock spirit to the area. If you
like rap, two of Hip-Hop’s pioneering artists are taking the stage this
weekend: Eric B. & Rakim and Raekwon.
With all the great live music happening across the New York
area, Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, has decided to highlight some
of the biggest shows of the weekend. Here are nine that we think will be worth
checking out.
1.
James
Taylor and Bonnie
Raitt: Two legendary singers coming together for one great night of folk
rock. James Taylor and Bonnie Raitt are touring together this summer and will
be playing Long Island tonight. Taylor released his latest album, ‘Before This
World,’ in 2015 and is getting ready to release a pop-up book based on his song
“Sweet Baby James.” Raitt released her 17th album, ‘Dig in Deep,’
last year. (Friday, Jones Beach Theater)
2.
New
Kids On The Block: NKOTB was in the area last weekend giving 80s pop fans
in New Jersey a serious case of nostalgia. Now they are back with Boyz II Men
and Paula
Abdul to do the same for Long Island. (Friday, Nassau Coliseum)
3.
Eric B. & Rakim: The legendary rap duo of
Eric B. and Rakim are celebrating 30 years of their debut album, ‘Paid In Full,’
this year with a full on tour. The two have not performed together in nearly
two decades, so tonight’s show at the Apollo will definitely be special. (Friday,
Apollo Theater)
4.
Vans Warped Tour: The annual cross-country punk
tour is now in its 22nd year. Look out for an even more eclectic
line-up than usual this year, featuring sets from Gwar,
Hatebreed,
Hawthorne Heights, American Authors, Save Ferris, Silverstein, Anti-Flag , The
Ataris, Sick Of It All, Strung Out and many, many more. (Saturday, Jones
Beach Theater)
5.
The Wallflowers and Better Than Ezra: Ninties
hit makers The Wallflowers and Better Than Ezra are on the road together this
summer, giving fans a shot of alt-rock nostalgia. The tour will be making its way
to the New York/New Jersey area this week, starting with a show at the Wellmont
Theater on Saturday. If you can’t make that show, catch them on Long Island
this Tuesday at The Paramount. (Saturday,
Wellmont Theater)
6.
Ruben Studdard: The season two winner of
American Idol has been capturing hearts for more than a decade now. Watch him
continue to do the same this Saturday at his intimate one-off show at B.B. King
Blues Club. (Saturday, B.B. King Blues Club)
7.
Yardbirds:
The Yardbirds have been going strong since reforming in 1992. With a current
line-up featuring Jim McCarty, John Idan, Kenny Aaronson, Johnny A. and Myke
Scavone, the band is finishing up a run of US date this weekend in New York. (Saturday,
Highline Ballroom)
8.
Electric
Six: If you’re looking for something a little more scenic, Electric Six
will be playing a set this Sunday on a boat in the middle of the East River. Support
for the show comes from New York punk rockers Wyldlife. (Sunday, Rocks Off
Concert Cruise Aboard The Jewel)
9.
Raekwon: As a solo artist and member of the
iconic rap group Wu-Tang Clan, Raekwon has made himself known as an innovator
in the genre. He released his latest album, ‘The Wild,’ in March and is
currently on a summer tour to promote it. He takes the stage at B.B. King Blues
Club this Sunday. (Sunday, B.B. King Blues Club)
These are just some of the many shows big and small
happening in the New York area this weekend that we think will be worth the
money. Check these out and make live music a part of your weekend plans.
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