Friday’s +LIVE+ show at the State Theatre has been postponed due to covid, but there are still plenty of other cool shows to check out this weekend! Drag City recording artist P.G. Six performs at Angry Mom Records, Neighbor comes to the Range, and the Cornell Concert Series welcomes Frank Vignola and Tessa Lark to Bailey Hall. Plus, Deer Tick returns for a sold-out Sunday night show in Homer followed by Mat Kearney on Monday night. And don’t miss “50 Years of the Hip Hop DJ,” a free roundtable discussion featuring four legends of the genre Saturday night at Deep Dive!
Note: This week’s shows are listed in chronological order in two sections below.
Talking Music
The Cornell Concert Series presents an afternoon discussion with guitarist Frank Vignola and violinist Tessa Lark, who will be performing at Bailey Hall Friday night (see below for more information). “Join us for a talk with Frank and Tessa about how to create your own arrangements. They will after perform a concert of original arrangements to classic songs” tonight at Cornell
When: 3 p.m. Friday
Where: The Downstairs
Cost: free and open to all
Let’s Dance
“Circle to the left, circle to the south
Put a little moonshine in yr mouth”
“It's gonna be another big time at the Enfield Valley Grange, y'all! Our September dance was swell — let's make this one even sweller. The tune-a-rific June Bugs will be tearing it up, and Nancy Spero and Marc Faris will keep your feet from getting cold. No experience necessary — all dances taught from scratch. Bring friends or just yourself, but be there and be square!”
When: 6:30 p.m. Friday
Where: Enfield Valley Grange, 178 Enfield Main Road, Enfield
Cost: $5-$15 suggested donation, with a portion of the door going to keep the Grange up and running.
Shore Enough!
Road Man – the creative project of Jon Petronzio (John Brown’s Body, The Comb Down) will perform a solo show on Cayuga Lake’s western shore.
“Storytelling singer-songwriter Jon Petronzio is a former child piano prodigy who has blossomed into a virtuoso musician highly regarded in the local music scene. Many years ago, after he established himself with an acclaimed career as a professional musician, Petronzio began tinkering with some musical ideas that would lead to the most transformative time of his life.
"The result of this profoundly life-changing time is his solo project, Road Man, which brims with an invigorating mix of funk, blues, reggae, mystical enlightenment, introspection, and environmentalism. The project was even Grammy nominated.
"Petronzio is an absolute wizard on the keys, while being skilled at numerous other instruments & delivering incredible vocals. This is a solo performance like no other. O'Malley's is going to feel ELECTRIC. Don't miss it!”
When: 7 p.m. Friday
Where: O'Malley's Shoreline Tavern
String Thing
The Cornell Concert Series continues its 2023-24 season with the duo of jazz guitarist Frank Vignola and versatile violinist Tessa Lark.
“Widely praised for her technical agility, expressive nuance, and genre-defying skill, Lark is not only an acclaimed traditional fiddler in her native Kentucky, she has also garnered an Avery Fisher Career Grant, a GRAMMY nomination for Best Classical Instrumental Solo, and other accolades cementing her place as a classical superstar.”
“Frank Vignola’s jazz-steeped musicianship and “acoustic mastery in exhilarating single string runs, complex flurries, and astounding full register riffs” (Downbeat) have earned him a spot on Les Paul’s “Five Most Admired Guitarists List.” Vignola has performed everywhere from the Sydney Opera House to Carnegie Hall and currently holds a residency at NYC’s renowned Birdland Jazz Club. Enjoy this evening of original arrangements spanning classical to jazz and old to new.”
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday
Where: Bailey Hall, Cornell University
Cost: $19-$39, available online here
Live Unplugged
Update: “LIVE's show at the State Theatre of Ithaca scheduled for this Friday, November 10th has been postponed. We're looking to announce the new date soon, and will release info regarding refunds at that time.” See below for a message from the band:
“Due to Covid-related illness, we regretfully are forced to postpone the dates on November 8th, 10th, and 11th. We are actively working to reschedule the shows to a later date and we will provide you with updates as soon as possible. Your current tickets will be valid for the rescheduled date. In the meantime, please direct any ticketing questions to your original point of purchase.”
Nearly 30 years after performing at Cornell University, indie-rockers +LIVE+ return to Ithaca for a show at the State Theatre. The band has sold over 22 million albums worldwide, earned two number one albums (“Throwing Copper” and “Secret Samadhi”), and scored hits such as “Lightning Crashes,” “I Alone,” “All Over You” and “Lakini’s Juice.”
“After a multi-year break from touring, I am totally ecstatic about singing and playing for LIVE fans again!” says +LIVE+ singer, songwriter and frontman Ed Kowalczyk about the multi-platinum and critically acclaimed band’s tour dates this fall. “And I’ll be surrounded,” Ed adds,” by an absolutely stellar group of musicians that have all spent years captivating audiences onstage with LIVE all over the world. It’s going to be amazing and I can’t wait to see you all!”
“For these dates, the band’s classic lineup is unavailable due to various extenuating circumstances, so Ed has hand-picked a group of musicians who are part of the band’s extended family: guitarist Zak Loy (who’s been with Ed and +LIVE+ for 10 years), drummer Robin Diaz (the former Hole member who performed with the band for two years) and bassist Chris Heerlein (who played in ED’s solo band for six years).The +LIVE+ set list will be comprised of their massive hits and fan favorites—songs that have defined the alternative rock era.”
When: 8 p.m. Friday POSTPONED!
Where: State Theatre of Ithaca
Cost: $39.50-$79.50, available online here and at the State box office
School of Rock
Practice at Presents returns to Deep Dive with an all-Ithaca College show featuring four bands: Little Slicer, Paintblank, Bobo Doll, and Lost Mary’s.
When: 8 p.m. Friday
Where: Deep Dive
Cost: $10; $5 for students
Sharing Songs
Local favorites Tenzin Chopak and Emmett Scott return to the Downstairs. A few months ago, the pair released the album “Live at Red Newt,” which captured their onstage energy in an intimate setting.
When: 8 p.m. Friday
Where: The Downstairs
Cost: $10
Read a recent interview with Tenzin Chopak here!
Ready for Blastoff!
Felix Free and The Rocketeers will make their Upstairs debut Friday night. Known for his
“clever, non-fiction lyrics riding on refreshingly dope beats with a seasoned stage presence, Felix Free has rocked many stages around the world as a member of international bands such as Free Creatures, Luminaries and House of Vibe Allstars.”
A native of Southern California, “Felix Free moved his family from the ‘Hood to the Woods’ of rural New York state seeking space and nature for his wife and children, as well as a place to enjoy his favorite past-time: fishing. Thus is the name of his debut E.P. ‘Hood to the Woods,’ which is a high energy, thoughtfully entertaining and uplifting collection of 5 songs that cover a balanced range of topics and feels.”
Proper Philth will spin tunes before and after the main set
When: 10 p.m. Friday
Where: The Upstairs
Cost: $10; $5 with student ID
Neighborly Noise
“With a diverse catalog of hundreds of songs, the musical juggernaut Neighbor has become one of the most exciting and unpredictable live bands on the music scene today. Grown in large part by the passion and devotion of the fans called Neighbors, their symbiotic relationship inspires and touches every performance. The creation of childhood neighbors Richard James (vocals, keys) and Lyle Brewer (guitar), Neighbor combines ambitious composition, soulful balladry, and a fearless approach to their lengthy improvisations. The quartet is rounded out by Dan Kelly (bass) and Dean Johnston (drums) who fuel the groove and lay a solid foundation for Neighbor’s “down home” sound. Come see what’s good in the neighborhood.”
When: 10:30 p.m. Friday
Where: The Range
Cost: $12 in advance, available online here; $15 day of show
Creative Collaboration
The Cornell Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Gabriela Gómez Estévez, collaborates with Stucky residency ensemble loadbang for performances of Paula Matthusen’s such is now the necessity and Reiko Füting’s mo(nu)ment for C/palimpsest. The CCO also performs the first movement of Mozart’s Divertimento, K. 138, and Grieg’s Holberg Suite.
When: 3 p.m. Saturday
Where: Barnes Hall, Cornell
Cost: free and open to all
Digging Deep
“Join the Cornell University Glee Club for their Fall Concert, a benefit concert for the non-profit Digdeep, featuring lullabies and songs about care. Digdeep is an organization that brings clean water into homes, with a special focus on indigenous populations and communities in the American Southwest. In musical response, the choir will include selections from Conrad Susa's Carols and Lullabies, Christmas in the Southwest, and the world premiere of Daniel Sabzghabaei's Omīd. Donations to Digdeep will be collected, and the total raised will be matched by the Glee Club.”
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday
Where: Sage Chapel, Cornell
Cost: free and open to all; donations to DigDeep requested
Two in Tandem
Syracuse duo Elephant Back comes to downtown Ithaca to showcase its blend of rock, pop, punk, and more.
“The name Elephant Back emanates strength. Wars have been won on the backs of Elephants. And so the members, Dave Snediker and Sarah McElroy, embolden their listeners by spreading their music to the masses through positive and creative thinking. Forming in 2020, during uncertain times Elephant Back took the opportunity to write innovative and engaging tunes ranging from the bold elevated rock of ‘Go To War’ to the ever-gentle ‘Amaranthine,’ while also adding the pop-punk vibes of ‘Kiss The Sky’ and their own version of R&B with ‘I, Wonder.’ No matter where you listen on their debut album you are bound to find a song for you. The album's strength relies on its ability to seamlessly cross genre boundaries.’”
When: 7 p.m. Saturday
Where: The Downstairs
Bach meets Rock
Cortland Repertory Theatre will host the regional premiere performance of the internationally acclaimed musical trio TAKE3.
“With a flair for the wild and unexpected, TAKE3 brings the refinement of a rigorous classical music background and infuses it with rock-star charisma. Trained at the world’s top conservatories, TAKE3 has expanded their repertoire from Bach and Beethoven to include hits from such familiar singers as Justin Bieber and The Beach Boys.”
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday
Where: CRT Downtown 24 Port Watson St., Cortland
Cost: $25-$35, available online here
String Thing
Winter Village Music and La Tourelle will present The Falling Waters Trio (Ariana Kim, Tom Hodgson, and Rick Manning) in concert, with an opening set by Black Diamond (Naomi Sommers and Rick Manning). (This concert has been CANCELLED!!)
“The Falling Waters Trio features violinist Ariana Kim, guitarist Tom Hodgson, and mandolinist-fiddler Rick Manning performing a variety of fiddle tunes from the bluegrass, Celtic, and old-time traditions along with an occasional classical violin solo piece and song or two.”
“Black Diamond features Naomi Sommers’ fine singing and songwriting with Rick Manning’s vocal, mandolin, and fiddle accompaniment. Naomi and Rick share a love of bluegrass and folk music and their set will highlight Naomi’s original songs along with a few traditional songs and tunes.”
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday (CANCELLED!!)
Where: La Tourelle, 1150 Danby Road, Ithaca
Cost: $12-$15, available online here
Quiet Storm
Angry Mom Records will host another show in its mezzanine space, this one featuring P.G. Six along with local singer-songwriter Jennie Lowe.
“Former member of 90s/00s lo-fi experimentalists Tower Recordings and currently working with psychedelic caravan Garcia Peoples, Pat Gubler has been making exploratory sounds as P.G. Six, coming to many listener’s attention with the 2001 release of ‘Parlor Tricks and Porch Favorites.’
After twenty years and more than ten full-length releases, 2023 saw the phenomenal ‘Murmurs & Whispers,’ a gentle set of acoustic songs that will appeal to fans of classic UK psych-folk legends such as Bert Jansch, Clive Palmer, and Nic Jones.”
“Opening the show is Ithaca’s Jennie Lowe. Jennie is a prolific singer/songwriter with a unique Indie Folk Alternative style. Her second album ‘Sing Desire’ received critical acclaim followed by international tours. Her fifth album ‘Ghost Tracks’ was produced by Craig Street (Norah Jones, Chris Whitley, Cassandra Wilson), and features Tyler Ramsey (Band of Horses) and Sebastian Steinberg (Soul Coughing, Fiona Apple, Cat Power). Jennie recently released the single ‘Everywhere, All the Time’ as a collaboration with Sunk Coast. Her music continues to evolve and the unexpected can be expected.”
When: 8 p.m. Saturday
Where: Angry Mom Records
Cost: $10 at the door
Decades of Decks
The Cornell Hip Hop Collection will celebrate 50 years of the Hip Hop DJ by hosting a roundtable discussion with legends Grandwizzard Theodore (inventor of scratching), Keith Shocklee (Public Enemy), Charlie Chase (Cold Crush Brothers), and Rich Medina (the Originals, Jump ‘N Funk, and much more).
When: 8 p.m. Saturday
Where: Deep Dive
Cost: free and open to all
Regional Rock
American Vintage Productions presents another show at Rose Hall, this one featuring the local “funky blues rock of People People meets Southern Tier indie rock of Making Strangers”
When: 8 p.m. Saturday
Where: Rose Hall, 19 Church St., Cortland
Cost: $10, available online here and at the door
Walking in Homer
Pianist-singer-songwriter Marc Cohn returns to Central New York. “After winning a Grammy for his soulful ballad ‘Walking in Memphis,’ Marc Cohn solidified his place as one of this generation’s most compelling singer-songwriters, combining the precision of a brilliant tunesmith with the passion of a great soul man.” His latest release is 2019’s “Work to Do,” a collaboration with the Blind Boys of Alabama.
When: 8 p.m. Saturday
Where: Center for the Arts of Homer
Cost: $42-$45, available online here
Unsolved Mysteries
The ElectroZone – Ithaca's salon for electromusicians and experimenters – returns with another cool show at Sacred Root, this one featuring Duo Denum + Errant Space, Stepwriterun, and E along with visuals by Skeleton Hands.
“The cult true crime show comes to the ElectroZone stage with a night filled with sleuthing, sounds, and SYNTHS! Duo Denum + Errant Space, Stepwriterun, and E take you into a bizarre world of strange occurrences where nothing is what it seems! Skeleton Hands will be shocking you with visual clues all throughout the night! Somewhere someone out there holds that vital piece of information that can finally bring each of these cases to a resolution, IT MIGHT BE YOU!”
When: 8 p.m. Saturday
Where: Sacred Root Kava Lounge & Tea Bar
Cost: $10
‘Atomic Love’
“The Southern Tier Singers' Collective’s Contemporary Ensemble takes its show on the road with its premiere performance at the First Unitarian Society of Ithaca with a cappella stylings of songs by Queen, the Beatles, Whitney Houston, Mumford & Sons, and more!”
When: 3 p.m. Sunday
Where: First Unitarian Society of Ithaca (FUSIT), 306 N. Aurora St.
This Magic ‘momeEnt’
JP Payton and Loveday of the local roots-rock band Freight will perform a show at the ZBarn in Newfield. It’s presented by mome, a new local venture aiming “to bring people together in their community to share the universal language of music and help build bridges to reconnect us with each other. mome was created by musicians, for musicians in order to help artists make a viable living sharing their music live and virtually through a platform that is committed to their success.”
“First, this be a live event and streamed on the mome Facebook page. JP and Loveday of Freight bring their distinctively original Americana sounds to Z Barn on Sunday November 12 for first momeEnt! of mome Entertainment. While both remain busy with Freight's ever-expanding tour schedule, the duo has crafted an in-demand intimate show that finds them reaching new audiences near and far. Combining the best of Freight's road-tested material and delving deeper into each individual's unique songwriting and vocal stylings, JP and Loveday offer a show fit for the limelight of Saturday night, or the quiet reflection of Sunday morning.”
When: 7-9 p.m. Sunday
Where: The ZBarn, Newfield
Cost: $10
Four on the Floor
The Paul Merrill Quartet continues its monthly residency at the Downstairs, with trumpeter Merrill joined by guitarist London McDaniel, bassist Andrew Battles, and drummer Tife Sokan for this round.
When: 7 p.m. Sunday doors
Where: The Downstairs
Cost: $10
Ready to Rock
Deer Tick returns from Rhode Island to play a sold-out show. “‘Emotional Contracts,’ the latest full-length album from Deer Tick, catalogs all the existential casualties that accompany the passing of time, instilling each song with the irresistibly reckless spirit that’s defined the band for nearly two decades.”
Kentucky native Abby Hamilton will open the show!
When: 8 p.m. Sunday
Where: Center for the Arts of Homer
Cost: $26-$30,available online here SOLD OUT!!
Setting Up Shop
“Every other Monday, the Ryan Peterson Trio hosts a Jazz Jam Session in the Liquid State Barrel Room. Our first featured guest on November 13th will be Mike Titlebaum!
“Saxophonist/composer/arranger Mike Titlebaum (he/him/his) is Associate Professor of Music Performance and Director of Jazz Studies at Ithaca College, where he directs the Ithaca College Jazz Ensemble, coaches combos, teaches jazz saxophone and courses in jazz standards, arranging, repertoire and pedagogy. He has played in many of New York's famous musical venues, including the Blue Note, Smalls, Augies, Fez Under Time Cafe, and the legendary CBGB's as well as the pit orchestra of the Broadway musical "Cats" at the Winter Garden Theater.
“Ryan's trio will play a couple of tunes to warm up the stage and then open the stage to members of the local jazz community. Each person who signs up will get approximately 2 tunes with the band before rotating. Bring your instrument and join in with this great band with Ryan Peterson on guitar, August Bish on upright bass, and Owen Erickson on drums!”
When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. every other Monday
Where: Liquid State Brewing Company
Cost: A $5 suggested donation goes directly to the band and to supporting the session.
Voices Raised
Opus Ithaca School of Music will present “Gather the Harvest,” a concert by the Odyssey Choir under the artistic direction of Melissa Rooklidge and assistant director Maya Finkel, with piano accompaniment by Mary Ann Miller.
When: 7:30 p.m. Monday
Where: St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 402 N. Aurora St., Ithaca
Cost: free and open to all
Blooming Flower
Nashville-based, Oregon-born Mat Kearney comes to Homer to showcase his latest studio album, “January Flower,” which recalls Kearney’s early work on his gold-selling album ‘Nothing Left To Lose,’ veering in a different direction from his 2018 album ‘CrazyTalk.’ The album was also inspired by his acoustic tour in the fall of 2019 to promote the 10th anniversary of ‘The City of Black and White,’ which was the last time Mat was on the road before everything shut down in the pandemic. His vast touring history, which includes treks with John Mayer, Sheryl Crow and NEEDTOBREATHE, is evident in the vibrancy of the songs, as is his enduring success as a recording artist.”
Local singer-songwriter Clint Bush will perform a pre-show set in the Community Room at 6:30-7:30 p.m.
When: 8 p.m. Monday
Where: Center for the Arts of Homer
Cost: $35-$40, available online here
More Shows
J. Floyd is at Two Goats Brewing at 5-8 p.m. Friday
Chickenwire Parachute are at Hopshire Farm and Brewery at 6-8 p.m. Friday
Benny and The Mex are at Aurora Brewing Co. at 6-8 p.m. Friday
Just Joe is at ONCO Fermentations at 6-9 p.m. Friday
The Jess Novak Band is at Homer Hops Brewing at 6-9 p.m. Friday
Tailor Made will celebrate frontman Tink Bennett’s birthday at McGraw Box Brewing at 6-9 p.m. Friday
3MoG is at the Scale House Brewery at 6-9 p.m. Friday
Amy Beth Anders and Mayday are at Grist Iron Brewing at 6-9 p.m. Friday
Unknown Woodsmen frontman Phil Muka goes solo at BRU64 in Cortland at 6-8 p.m. Friday
Greg McQuade is at Cortland Beer Company at 8 p.m. Friday
Clint Bush is at Owasco Lake Brewing at 5-7 p.m. Saturday
Tangled Roots are at ONCO Fermentations at 5-7 p.m. Saturday
Savo’s Finest is at Two Goats Brewing at 5-8 p.m. Saturday
Logan Oltz is at Summerhill Brewing at 5-8 p.m. Saturday
Goody's Lake Como Inn will host a final happy hour for its namesake owner at 5-7 p.m. Saturday, followed by a set from Dirt Road Ruckus
The Vectors return to McGraw Box Brewing at 5:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday
Bryan Jacobson is at Brewer’s Café and Taproom at 6-8 p.m. Saturday
Ed Iseley is at Grist Iron Brewing at 6-9 p.m. Saturday
Pat Young is at Homer Hops Brewing at 6-9 p.m. Saturday
Morris and the Hepcats are at Cortland Beer Company at 8 p.m. Saturday
StratCat Willie and the Strays are at Jake’s Tavern in Horseheads at 9 p.m. Saturday
DJ Juno and Friends host a dance party at the Range at 10:30 p.m. Saturday
NY Record Fairs will host a Record Show in a new location, the J.M. McDonald Sports Complex in Cortland, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday
Sweats play the ‘Toast & Jamz” Brunch at Stonecat Café from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday
Benny T brings his Open Mic Posse back to Homer Hops Brewing at 1-4 p.m. Sunday
Fools Hill Farm in Spencer hosts the weekly “Chill on the Hill” Open Mic at 1-7 p.m. Sunday
The Pelotones play a swing dance at Brooktondale Community Center at 4-6 p.m. Sunday ($5-$15 sliding scale)
Calya Lea is at Two Goats Brewing at 4-7 p.m. Sunday
