The weekend is almost here, which means it’s almost time to
kick-back, relax and enjoy some free time. What better way to do that than going
out to see some live music?
From the big venues to the small clubs, New York is always
bustling with live music on a nightly basis and this weekend is no different.
From established musicians like Elvis Costello, Michael Schenker and Kool Keith
to newer artists like Chevonne and the Fuzz and Skinny Lister, there is a lot
to look forward to.
Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, loves live music.
That’s why we’ve once again searched the internet for the best shows New York
has to offer this weekend. Here are seven shows you will not want to miss.
1.
Elvis
Costello & the Imposters: After two successful shows at Brooklyn Steel
and the Capitol Theatre on Wednesday and Thursday, respectively, Elvis Costello
& the Imposters come back to Westchester for two more shows this weekend.
Among getting to see him play from his prolific back catalog, the singer also
released a new single, “You Shouldn’t Look At Me That Way,” earlier this month.
(Friday & Sunday, The Capitol Theatre)
2.
Buckcherry: Hard rockers Buckcherry have gone
through a bit of a reshuffling lately with original guitarist Keith Nelson and
drummer Xavier Muriel leaving the band. However, the band seem to be as strong
as ever. The band will be playing a few shows in the area this weekend, as well
as a Rocks Off boat cruise in April. (Friday, The Paramount Huntington;
Saturday, Wellmont Theater)
3.
Skinny Lister: In 2016, British folk-punks
Skinny Lister released a new album, ‘The Devil, The Heart & The Fight,’
with a deluxe edition released late last year. Now, the band is bringing the
album back to the US. Be prepared for an energetic show. (Friday, Knitting
Factory)
4.
Michael
Schenker: Famed UFO and Scorpions
guitarist and solo artist Michael Schenker is back at it with his new band, Michael
Schenker Fest. The band released their debut album, ‘Resurrection,’ earlier
this month and is hitting the road behind it. (Saturday, Irving Plaza)
5.
Kool
Keith: One of the most prolific rappers in hip-hop, Kool Keith has released
more than 30 collaborative and solo studio albums. His latest solo effort, ‘Feature
Magnetic,’ was released in 2016. Most recently, it was announced that he would
be reuniting his group Dr. Octagon for new music this year. Catch him solo for
a one-off show in New York this weekend. (Saturday, Highline Ballroom)
6.
Chevonne and The Fuzz: New Jersey’s Chevonne and
the Fuzz will be making their way to Manhattan this weekend for a late night
set. Led by ‘The Voice’ season three finalist Chevonne, you’ll be blown away by
her larger than life stage presence and amazing voice. (Saturday, Rockwood
Music Hall Stage 1)
7.
Senses Fail: Last month, New Jersey hard rockers
Senses Fail released their seventh studio album, ‘If There Is Light, It Will
Find You,’ the band’s most personal album yet. Upon release, the album became
their best selling in more than a decade, topping the Independent, Alternative
and Hard Music charts, number two on the Rock chart and number 57 on the Top
200, just to name a few. The band is currently on a headlining tour with Reggie
and the Full Effect, Have Mercy and Household as support, hitting New York this
weekend. (Sunday, Music Hall of Williamsburg)
Getting out to a live show is a great way to spend your hard
earned free time and make lasting memories. Check out one of the shows above or
any of the other amazing shows the area has to offer this weekend.
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Live music and records go hand-in-hand. That’s why you
should head over to Vinyl Bay 777 before the show to find music from these and
many other amazing artists. Long Island’s favorite new independent record shop
has thousands of titles to choose from in an array of genres. Browse our wide
selection of new and used vinyl records, CDs, cassettes, music DVDs and
memorabilia 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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