HOT TIPS
Calling all horror fanatics! The All-Night Horror Marathon returns to CAC with a night full of terror!
Join them on Saturday, August 23rd at 9 PM for a marathon of 5 iconic horror movies, each one counting back the decades from the 2010s to the 1970s!
Three of the films, Jason X, Butcher, Baker, Nightmare Maker (Night Warning), & The Texas Chainsaw Massacre will be projected from archival 35mm prints!
Saturday, August 23rd at 9 PM 60 Public | $50 Members Cinema Arts Centre | 423 Park Avenue | Huntington.
THE LONG ISLAND CELTIC FESTIVAL
The Highland Games aren’t just a competition — they’re a living tradition of strength, skill, and community. Led by the Empire Throwing Club, this year’s events bring world-class throwers back for a thrilling lineup: the caber toss, stone put, sheaf toss, and tug of war. With chances for kids to join in and opportunities for visitors to try the caber toss themselves, the Games are as much about participation as they are about spectacle.
Saturday, August 23, 8 AM – 5 PM Online Advance Tickets: $25; Ages 62+ $22; Ages 7-17 $12. Day of Admission Tickets: $27; Ages 62+: $24; Ages 7-17: $12. Old Westbury Gardens | 71 Old Westbury Road | Old Westbury.
DISNEY ON ICE’S MICKEY’S SEARCH PARTY
Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party is bringing the magic to guests through dynamic moments that take place on the ice and in the air. This adventure delivers compelling storytelling through multi-leveled production numbers so be prepared to join this magical search and help unlock an epic journey when Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party. It delivers an unforgettable experience at the Prudential Center in Newark from January 8-11, followed by UBS Arena in Belmont Park from January 15-19 and concluding at Barclays Center in Brooklyn from January 29 – February 1, 2026.
Disney On Ice Preferred Customers can purchase advance tickets to get the best seats available before tickets go on-sale to the general public.
Embark on a quest with Mickey Mouse and pals as they follow Captain Hook’s treasure map for clues to find Tinker Bell after he attempts to capture her magic. Journey across the Marigold Bridge with Miguel from Disney Pixar’s Coco into the magnificent and mystical Land of the Dead and discover a vibrantly colorful performance with skeletons atop sway poles dancing over the audience in a beautiful cultural celebration of family.
Shows at UBS Arena are Thursday, January 15 & Friday, January 16 at 7:00 PM; Saturday, January 17 at 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM; Sunday, January 18 at 12:00 PM & 4:00 PM; and Monday, January 19 at 12:00 PM. Tickets: Family-friendly ticket pricing available – tickets can be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com or in-person at the venue Box Office.
2025 CROSSING THE LINE FESTIVAL
From September 9 through November 22, L’Alliance New York will present an international survey of new experiments in audience and form, highlighting a diversity of artists working at the intersections of visual art, music, film, dance, and theater. Festival offerings include a film and live music collaboration between cellist Sonia WiederAtherton and her late partner, the auteur Chantal Akerman; an all-ages exhibition workshop by Clédat & Petitpierre; theater work by Marion Siéfert, Rimini Protokoll, Caroline Guiela Nguyen, Carolina Bianchi, and Tiago Rodrigues; and dance by Noé Soulier, Kimberly Bartosik, Ruth Childs, Yoshi Oïda & Kaori Ito, Soa Ratsif and Rihana, Compagnie Dyptik, Wanjiru Kamuyu, Amala Dianor, and Will Rawls. For more information and to reserve tickets, visit https://lallianceny.org/crossing-the-line-festival/.
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INTERPLAY JAZZ ORCHESTRA END OF SUMMER SHOW
The Interplay Jazz Orchestra will be bringing some new compositions to The Jazz Loft at its August 28 appearance. The band has a monthly residency at The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Avenue in Stony Brook, on the last Thursday of the month. The 17-member big band orchestra, co-directed by Joe Devassy (trombone) and Gary Henderson (trumpet), performs original compositions and arrangements written by band members.
They have recorded and released four albums, and are looking to release their fifth album later this year.
“We’ve been with the Jazz Loft since it opened in 2016 and have had a monthly residency consistently since then. Having the opportunity to play a regular show with an ensemble of our size is pretty rare, and we do not take it for granted,” said Devassy.“We are the only big band on LI that play compositions and arrangements by members of the orchestra. Having a venue to showcase and share our unique music means a great deal.”
Tickets for the Interplay Orchestra are $30 Adults, $25 Seniors, $20 Students
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THE LAST WALTZ CELEBRATION
On Thanksgiving Day 1976, The Band Band’s farewell concert was held at the Winterland Ballroom in San Francisco. The performance was later immortalized in Martin Scorsese’s landmark film, “The Last Waltz,” widely considered one of the greatest concert films ever made.
The Last Waltz Celebration revisits the music and the magic of that Thanksgiving evening 50 years ago, beginning with The Band Band performing a set of The Band’s most beloved songs. After a brief intermission, the second set opens with a multi-media tribute to The Band Band and The Last Waltz, followed by a set of The Band Band’s most beloved songs - many of whom lead their own critically acclaimed tribute bands - performing the songs of those guest stars featured in the original concert. The show culminates with the entire cast filling the stage for the grand finale.
Saturday November 1st 8:00 PM $40.00$70.00 including fees at Patchogue Theatre. PatchogueTheatre.org Box Office: 631-207-1313
SIXTEENTH OVER 50 FAIR SET
Prepare for a day of engagement and discovery as the 16th Annual Over 50 Fair returns to the Hilton Long Island/Huntington on Sunday, September 14, from 10 am to 4:30 PM. This highly anticipated event offers Baby Boomers, seniors, and younger attendees a unique opportunity to connect with over 80 exhibitors and participate in more than 20 enriching classes designed specifically for them. The Over 50 Fair, conceived by East Hills resident Barbara Kaplan is “Overflowing with Opportunities for Age 50+”. Kaplan emphasizes that this event is far from a typical “senior fair,” stating, “Our guests always learn, interact, and discover new businesses and organizations that can benefit their lives.” It’s a vibrant hub where local businesses and non-profits showcase a diverse range of products and services, from health and wellness to education, non-profits, travel, and financial planning, even featuring a best-selling author.
Admission to this enriching event is $5 in advance at www.Over50Fair.com, granting access to all classes, exhibits, the singles lounge, music performances, health screenings, and more. Online ticket purchases also include an entry into a special door prize raffle, which they will receive at the expo. Tickets will be available at the door for $7, with free admission for Veterans with ID.
JOIN A WALK TO SUPPORT DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
Developmental Disabilities Institute’s (DDI) 2025 Walk in the Park will be held on Sunday, September 7th at the scenic Belmont Lake State Park, in North Babylon. This annual walk brings together hundreds of guests from DDI families, staff, and the wider community for a day filled with festivities such as a picnic, carnival games, raffles, music, face painting and more.
DDI is a leading service provider for over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. For nearly 65 years, DDI has been a cornerstone of support, offering a full continuum of care from early childhood education to residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs throughout Long Island.
For more information, or to visit www.DDINY.org or contact DDI’s development department at 631366-2905.
MOMI FINAL THREE “OPEN WORLDS: SCIENCE EVENTS”
Since its launch in June this year, the Open Worlds: Science program at Museum of the Moving Image has attracted hundreds of visitors of all ages to gather and explore the world through science and cinema. The final three events this September and October are organized around the themes of field reporting, animal sounds, and the chemistry of flavor and fermentation, and will feature screenings, experiences, discussions, and interactive activities with special guests including scientists, filmmakers, artists, and chefs. Open Worlds: Science offers hands-on fun, big ideas, and lively gatherings—free for all!
Highlights of the upcoming programs include renowned American primatologist Dr. Patricia Wright in person with the film Ivohiboro:The Last Forest, accompanied by a traveling rainforest experience that invites attendees to come face-to-face with live animals; the first public U.S. preview experience of Sonic Sunset, produced by MAXlive, a collaborative work between award-winning artists and scientists that invites audiences into the worlds of whales, orangutans, and birds, presented in Dolby Atmos, and followed by discussion; and a deep-dive into the microorganisms that make life delicious with special guest Arielle Johnson, cofounder of the fermentation lab at Noma in Copenhagen and author of Flavorama: A Guide to Unlocking the Art and Science of Flavor, and a presentation by Brooklyn Kura. Museum of the Moving Image 36-01 35 Avenue Astoria, Sep. 7: Field Report: the Filmmaker & the Scientist, Sep. 27: Sonic Sunset, produced by MAXlive, Oct. 11: Live Cultures.
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THAT MOTOWN BAND
Get ready to groove as That Motown Band brings the timeless magic of Motown to life! Featuring the biggest hits from The Supremes, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Smokey Robinson, The Four Tops, and Martha & The Vandellas, this high-energy tribute will have you singing and dancing all night long.
Joining the stage are special guests Brian Owens and Motown legend Garfield Fleming (former vocalist of The Delfonics), delivering soulful vocals and electrifying performances that capture the heart and soul of an unforgettable era.
August 30, 2025 8:00 PM at Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center, 76 Main Street Westhampton Beach Box Office: 631-288-1500
COMEDY
FROM QUEENS TO RADIO CITY
Queens native Joe Santagato has built one of the most successful independent media empires, and it’s all happening right here in New York.
His podcast listened to by millions,The Basement Yard, co-hosted with his Brooklyn childhood best friend Frankie Alvarez, played to a sold-out crowd at Radio City Music Hall, and this month, they’re kicking off a brand-new 24-city national tour that will culminate in another major NYC show. The energy, the chemistry, and the millions of fans tuning in weekly are proof that Joe isn’t just riding a trend, he’s creating one.
Joe and Frankie don’t dissect headlines or try to be experts, they just talk. About nothing. And their audience can’t get enough of it. That loyal fanbase has made the podcast the 7th most popular show on Patreon and propelled their live shows into sellout territory nationwide.
Joe’s story is pure NYC hustle. He started making YouTube videos from his bedroom in Queens, dropped out of college, and worked his way up, first at Elite Daily, then launching his own
COWBOY JUNKIES
CELEBRATING 40 YEARS
In 1988, Cowboy Junkies proved that there was an audience waiting for something quiet, beautiful and reflective. The Trinity Session was like a whisper that cut through the noise – and it was compelling. It stood out amid the flash and bombast that defined the late 80’s. The now classic recording combined folk, blues, and rock in a way that had never been heard before and went on to sell more than a million copies. Their ability to communicate volumes before the lyrics kick in defines an enduring career. Where most bands chase trends, the Junkies have stayed their course, maintaining a low-impact excavation of melody and evocative language delivered sotto voce in singer Margo Timmins’ feathery alto. They’re appearing at The Landmark on Main Street, Port Washington September 21. Tix: $65-$85 516-767-6444 or email boxoffice@ landmarkonmainstreet.org
THE ULTIMATE DEF LEPPARD EXPERIENCE
Drawing their name from Def Leppard’s fifth studio album (which debuted at No. 1 on both the UK Albums Chart and the U.S. Billboard 200), ADRENALIZE – The Ultimate Def Leppard Experience recreates the chart-topping, chestthumping anthems that made Def Leppard the iconic and dominant force in arena rock of the ‘80s and beyond.
You’ll hear the hook-laden radio and MTV megahits like “Foolin’”, “Rock of Ages,” “Photograph,” “Hysteria,” “Rocket,” “Animal,” “Armageddon It,” “Love Bites,” and “Pour Some Sugar On Me,” along with deep cuts like “Wasted,” “High ‘n’ Dry,” and “Switch 625!”
No rock band epitomized the spirit of the ‘80s more than Def Leppard. Fusing the hard edge of heavy metal to a melodic pop sensibility, the British rockers dominated that decade with two classic albums—1983’s Pyromania and 1987’s Hysteriawhose massive sales were fueled by the band’s near-constant presence on MTV.
They’re bringing their show to The Suffolk Theater in Riverhead on November 7th.
For more information visit TheSuffolk.org or call the Box Office at 631-727-4343
media company, Santagato Studios. In January 2025, he opened an 8,600 sq. ft. production studio in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, where he produces The Basement Yard, Other People’s Lives, and The Joe Santagato Show.
JAMES FRITZ’S
“OLD MAN YELLS AT CROWD”
Comedian James Fritz announced the release of his new comedy album ‘OLD MAN YELLS AT CROWD’ on A SPECIAL THING RECORDS. To record the follow up to his debut album ‘Still Together’, James returned to Chicago, the city where he started his comedy career and was named “Best Stand-up” by the Chicago Reader. Taking the stage at the Lincoln Lodge, the crowd gave him a warm welcome as he shared his thoughts about dating a witch, the ease of getting a vasectomy, working as a TA, his dead mom and his dad’s questionable behavior at the funeral, separating the art from the artist, and much more. His first album ‘Still Together’ was released by a Special Thing Records to enthusiastic reviews and he has since worked on Squidbillies, The
Frankie Quinones Show podcast, and been seen on HBOMax and Adult Swim. He hopes to one day make enough money to leave the country.
LIZ MIELE COMEDY SPECIAL “SPACE CAMP”
New York comedian and writer Liz Miele (Comedy Central, After Midnight) is set to release her new stand-up special “SPACE CAMP” on Tuesday, September 9th, premiering on PUNCHUP LIVE.
Recorded live at The Bell House in Brooklyn, Liz hit the stage with her rapid fire storytelling style to share tales of her boyfriend’s botched vasectomy, faking marriage, being a Sky Princess, cat mishaps, and more. Liz started doing comedy in NYC at age 16 and has since become an internationally touring headliner with multiple TV appearances, several viral videos, and over 27M views on YouTube. “Space Camp” is her 6th hour in as many years and follows her previous self-produced and self-released specials “Emotionally Exhausting” (3M+ views), “Self Help Me” (2M+ views), “The Ghost of Academic Future” (1.3M+ views, and others, all streaming free on YouTube. Liz will be on tour throughout the Fall.
Watch Liz Miele “Space Camp’’ when it premieres at punchup.live/lizmiele
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SPORTS BEAT
With the trade deadline then ten days away, I asked Mets president of baseball operations, David Stearns, if the general managers of bad teams were calling him and doing a variation of Henny Youngman’s famous one-liner, “Take my wife, please,” by beseeching him “to take their players, please.” Stearns’ facial expression told me he was clearly not familiar with the legendary Borscht Belt comedian.
Stearns normally answers reporters’ questions with the confidence of a power hitter knowing a fastball is coming right down the middle of the plate. That was not the case with my query, however. “Uh no, they haven’t called,” he stammered and repeated. His response did not pass the smell test. Four days later, the Mets acquired lefty reliever Gregory Soto from the Baltimore Orioles. He told Mets SNY field reporter Steve Gelbs he had been working on this trade for a couple of weeks. I am mystified as to why Stearns could not simply have replied, “I talk with other teams’ executives all the time,” instead of the untrue statement he gave.
Hall of Famer Joe Torre, who managed the Mets during one of their worst periods in the late 1970s and early 1980s, before finding greater success with the Yankees fifteen years later, followed David Stearns into the Citi Field press conference room. He was there to promote his foundation, Safe at Home, whose mission is to protect children from domestic violence. Torre recalled harrowing memories of his Brooklyn childhood with his abusive father. The Safe at Home Foundation will hold its annual gala on November 13 at Manhattan’s Gotham Hall.
Torre was asked if he had any David Wright memories since he was the
best third baseman in Mets history. He said he enjoyed having him as his third baseman when he managed Team USA during the World Baseball Classic. He also joked how his Hall of Fame closer, Mariano Rivera, was upset that Torre ordered him to intentionally walk Carlos Delgado to pitch to Wright with the bases loaded and the game on the line. Wright delivered a walk-off double. “Mr. Torre, please don’t ever have me do that again!” Joe claimed Rivera told him after the game.
David Wright was honored by the Mets the previous week as he was both inducted into their Hall of Fame and had his #5 retired and hung on the rafters of Citi Field. He was also the subject of an SNY documentary, “The Wright Way,” which surprisingly featured former Phillies stars Jimmy Rollins and Ryan Howard.
David Wright did take some Don Rickles-type zingers at Philadelphia which would have made W.C. Fields proud. I asked Wright if his shots at my childhood stomping grounds were good-natured shtick. He gave me a long smirk and said, “I’m sorry you’re from there! Seriously, Philadelphia was my favorite place to play. I loved the rivalry, the competition, and the atmosphere. That doesn’t mean, however, I liked the players, fans, or the city!”
Steve Albert, the youngest brother of the legendary Albert brothers broadcasting family, has written a fun memoir, “A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Broadcast Booth” (Aubrey Press). It is a hybrid of a traditional biography and a delightful collection of anecdotes from his lengthy career, A good example is Albert recalling how a fan, not realizing he was about to go on the air before a New Jersey
THEATER: Revival Hits, Star Turns and Fresh Premieres
The long-running crowd-pleaser “Mamma Mia!” returns to Broadway for the first time since its 14-year run (2001 to 2015), opening at its original theater and boasting the original creative team including director Phyllida Lloyd and choreographer Anthony Van Laast. The jukebox musical shoehorns Swedish pop stars ABBA’s hit songs by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus into a story written by Catherine Johnson (very loosely based on the film “Buona Serra, Mrs. Campbell”) about a bride who invites three of her mother’s former lovers to her wedding in hopes of identifying her biological father. (Winter Garden Theatre) mammamiabway.com/
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Peter Dinklage, Lupita Nyong’o, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Sandra Oh, and Daphne Rubin-Vega head the star-studded cast of “Twelfth Night,” the Free Shakespeare in the Park’s first production at the newly renovated Delacorte Theater following its 18-month, $85 million overhaul. Directed by the Public Theater’s associate artistic director, Saheem Ali, Shakespeare’s romantic comedy follows shipwrecked twins Sebastian and Viola (played by Lupita Nyong’o and her real-life brother, Junior Nyong’o) as they navigate mistaken identities, revenge plots, and the deceits of love.Through September 14. (Delacorte Theater, Central Park) publictheater.org/productions/season/2425/ fsitp/twelfth-night/ “Downton Abbey” star Elizabeth McGovern portrays sultry, sexy Hollywood icon Ava Gardner in “Ava: The Secret Conversations” which she also wrote. Based on a series of interviews between the screen legend and British journalist Peter Evans in her London flat in between 1988 and 1990, the play reveals juicy details about her life, career and the high-profile men in her life including her marriages to Mickey Rooney, Artie Shaw, and Frank Sinatra, and her turbulent
relationship with Howard Hughes. Aaron Costa Ganis costars as Peter Evans, and John Tufts plays his off-stage agent under Moritz von Stuelpnagel‘s direction. (City Center Stage 1) nycitycenter.org/pdps/20252026/ava-the-secret-conversations/ Jeff Ross’s deeply personal one-man Broadway comedy “Take A Banana For The Ride” traces the roots of his three-decade career as a self-dubbed “Roastmaster General.” Billed as “a cathartic mix of dangerous jokes, touching family stories, and songs that stay with you long after the curtain falls,” the comedy invites viewers to laugh through pain and build emotional resilience. Ross encourages the audience “to bring friends that you care about, people that might be going through tough times,” promising “an evening of uncensored jokes, uplifting stories, songs and even some live roasting of the bravest volunteers.” (Nederlander Theatre) https:// jeffrossbroadway.com
“Bridgerton” heartthrob Luke Newton stars as fashion icon Lee Alexander McQueen in “House of McQueen,” playwright Darrah Cloud’s theatrical portrait the legendary designer. Emily Skinner and Catherine LeFrere costar. Directed by Sam Helfrich, the production uses immersive technology, transforming the new offBroadway venue into an interactive fusion of fashion show, rock concert and theatrical performance as it explores the rise of McQueen’s fashion house and his complex relationships with his family and muses. (The Mansion at Hudson Yards) www.TheHouseOfMcQueen.com
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Nets games at Rutgers, thought he was an usher. Albert obliged and escorted the gent to his seat and then claimed to have gotten a tip for his labor. Steve also broadcast the last season the Nets played at
the Nassau Coliseum.
Albert also had the challenging task of replacing Lindsey Nelson as a Mets broadcaster in 1979, The trio of Ralph Kiner, Bob Murphy, and Lindsey Nelson were the Mets broadcast team since the club’s inception in 1962. So, the scrutiny on Albert was intense. He spent only three years in Flushing, which was one of the worst periods in Mets history.
“I was too young for the job. Baseball requires storytelling and I did not have the experience or the knowledge to do that at the time. I would have been better off calling minor league games before coming to the Mets,” Steve candidly told me.
to need their big three: Jones,
Ionescu healthy come playoff time.
The New York Liberty, the defending WNBA champions, won their first nine games of the 2025 season but then slumped when their sharpshooter, Jonquel Jones, sprained her right ankle in June. As soon as she returned, the Liberty returned to winning form. Unfortunately, one of their other big stars, Breanna Stewart, suffered a leg injury in a late July game against the Los Angeles Sparks. If the Liberty are to repeat as champions, they are going
Over 1.6 million people tuned into ESPN to witness the return of America’s greatest gustatorial warrior, Joey Chestnut, to the July 4th Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest after skipping the 2024 contest because of a business dispute. Chestnut did not disappoint his fans, as he won his 17th Yellow Mustard Belt, the most prestigious title in all sports. Chestnut crushed runner-up, and 2024 nominal Nathan’s champion, Patrick Berlotti, by 24 wieners.
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BUSH TO IGNITE MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Be there on Sunday, December 14th, as multi-platinum Rock powerhouse Bush storms the stage with special guest Soul Asylum for an energetic night packed with Rock hits. From the classics like “Comedown” to “Everything Zen,” fans can expect tons of excitement during the 7:30 PM show.
Tickets to see Bush with special guest Soul Asylum are on sale via Ticketmaster.com. Starting Saturday, August 9th, tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability. Don’t wait, secure your spot early for this unforgettable night of Rock at Mohegan Sun Arena!
After three decades, well over 24 million records sold, a GRAMMY Award nomination, one billion streams, and a procession of #1 hits, BUSH stands tall as Rock outliers whose imprint only widens as the years pass. Turn on Rock radio, and it won’t be long before you hear “Glycerine” or “Machinehead.” On the big screen, their music courses through blockbuster franchises such as John Wick. On the road, they regularly pack amphitheaters and ignite festival stages.
DAUGHTRY AND SEETHER AT HARD ROCK
They are combining forces for performances on one night at Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City. The Daughtry & Seether show is slated for Friday, Oct. 3 at 6:30 PM. Tickets can be purchased at HardRockHotelAtlanticCity.com or Ticketmaster.com. All shows are subject to change.
Daughtry, one of the most visible and best-selling rock bands of the 21st century, has sold out concerts across the globe.Their debut album, the self-titled Daughtry, was the top-selling album of 2007 and was the fastest selling rock debut album in Soundscan history.
BACON BROTHERS AT CABARET THEATRE
The Bacon Brothers bring their signature sound to Mohegan Sun’s Cabaret Theatre.
Sibling duo Kevin and Michael Bacon are teaming up for an unforgettable night of Rock, Soul, and storytelling when the brothers bring their 27-stop tour to The Cabaret Theatre (The Cab) at Mohegan Sun on Saturday, September 13th during this 7:00 PM show.
Tickets for this 21+ show at The Cab are on sale now! Don’t miss your chance to see this acclaimed duo deliver an intimate performance by grabbing your tickets today through Ticketmaster or in person at the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
For The Bacon Brothers, music is all about exploration. Michael and Kevin Bacon have spent the better part of three decades creating their own mix of Folk, Rock, Soul, and Country music. They call that diverse sound “forosoco,” and it’s taken them around the world, from headlining gigs in Japan to American performances at iconic venues like Carnegie Hall, the Grand Ole Opry and Gruene Hall. The two siblings may be bound together by blood and a mutual love of American Roots music, but they’ve grown into sharp songwriters and cinematic storytellers with their own distinct approaches. Their album, Ballad Of The Brothers, makes room for both of those approaches, offering a mix of edgy Alt-Rock (“Take Off This Tattoo”), Motown-inspired Soul (“Put Your Hand Up”), fingerpicked Folk (“Let That Be Enough”), and everything in between.
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AUGUST
19 Liverpool Shuffle Gerry Pond Park Roslyn
19 Decadia Alive After 5 Bay Shore
19 Knappy Headed Pete’s Candy Store Brooklyn
19 Al Olender Union Pool Brooklyn
19 Flawed Mangoes Bowery Ballroom NYC
19 Navy Blue and Friends Elsewhere Brooklyn
19 Ward and Charlie Shandon Court East Islip 19 The Wooster Group Joe’s Pub NYC 19 BOOF Mr. Beery’s Bethpage
19 A Carvinal of Curiosities TV Eye Ridgewood
19 Haiden Henderson Mercury Lounge NYC
19 Kenny Rodriguez Prohibition Massapequa Park
19 Conjunto Rumbon Katch Lindenhurst
19 Michelle Landerer Lazy Lobster East Rockaway
19 Beres Hammond Paramount Huntington
19 Donavon Frankenreiter Stephen Talkhouse Amagansett
20 Skeleton Crew Big Daddy’s Massapequa
20 Half Step Warehouse Amityville
20 Debby & Tom Harmony Bar Levittown
20 Decadia Heritage Club Bethpage
20 James Maddock City Winery NYC
20 Khamari/Bonny Doon Elsewhere Brooklyn
20 Jack Wickline/Liva Pierce Joe’s Pub NYC
20 Jazz Loft Trio Jazz Loft Stony Brook
20 Wayward Wednesday Prohibition Massapequa Park
20 White Hills/Martin Bisi TV Eye Ridgewood
20 Country Wednesdays 89 North Patchogue
20 The Upside Down Band Tiki Joe’s Smith Point
20 Bloomsday/Why Bonnie Union Pool Brooklyn
20 Ally Salort/Don’t Tell Iris Mercury Lounge NYC
20 OP Effect Katch Lindenhurst
20 Darci Bowery Ballroom NYC
20 Ken McGorry Harborfront Park Show Mobile Port Jefferson
20 Jonathan Rizzo Lazy Lobster East Rockaway
20 Donavon Frankenreiter Stephen Talkhouse Amagansett
20 That 70’s Band Anthony’s Live Lake Ronkonkoma
21 Porch Groove Big Daddy’s Massapequa
21 The Wreckers Long Island Arts Council Freeport
21 Locmore Tiki Joe’s Smith Point
21 Jane Wickline/Liva Pierce Joe’s Pub NYC
21 Selofan/Un Hombre Solo TV Eye Ridgewood
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NASSAU COUNTY EXECUTIVE presents
HARRY CHAPIN LAKESIDE THEATRE
CONCERTS
Thursday, August 14, 7:00pm The Castellows
Friday, August 15, 7:00pm Dancing Dream - ABBA Tribute
Saturday, August 16, 7:00pm
Midtown Men - Original Cast of Jersey Boys
Monday, August 18, 5:00pm
Senior Afternoon Concert: Stan Zizka & The Del Satins
Thursday, August 21, 7:00pm
Let’s Sing Taylor Taylor Swift Experience
Friday, August 22, 7:00pm
Yachtley Crew 70s and 80s Soft Rock
Friday, August 29, 7:00pm
Misty Mountain, Led Zeppelin Tribute and Who’s Next, The Who Tribute
Saturday, August 30, 7:00pm Elvis Crespo
Sunday, September 14, 6:00pm Ashley McBryde
Friday, September 19, 7:00pm
Parti-Gras with Bret Michaels and Don Felder Former Lead Guitarist of The Eagles
Friday, September 26, 8:00pm Steve Aoki with DJ Theo and Untamed
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ON THE ROAD AGAIN
STRAY CATS FALL TOUR
The Stray Cats—all three original members Brian Setzer (guitar, vocals), Lee Rocker (upright bass, vocals), and Slim Jim Phantom (drums, vocals) announced their return to the road this fall for a cross-country month-long tour. Set to kick off October 25, the iconic multi-million selling band will be bringing their legendary explosive live show and red-hot rock & roll to audiences nationwide. Their set lists will include massive hits such as ”Stray Cat Strut,” “Rock This Town,” “Runaway Boys,” “(She’s) Sexy + 17,” and more. They’re appearing Wednesday, November 5th at Westbury Music Fair.
CAGE THE ELEPHANT HEADLINING TOUR
Award-winning, multi-platinum, and gold-selling band’s 6th studio album, Neon Pill is out now via RCA Records. Neon Pill finds the 6-piece—brothers Matthew Shultz [vocals] and Brad Shultz [guitar], Daniel Tichenor [bass], Jared Champion [drums], Nick Bockrath [lead guitar], and Matthan Minster [guitar, keys, backing vocals]—forging new musical ground, while maintaining their uncompromising creativity and wildly cathartic performances.
They’re appearing October 28th and 29th at The Capitol Theatre, Portchester.
JONAS BROTHERS KICK OFF ‘JONAS 20:TOUR’
GRAMMY® Award-winning rock band Cage The Elephant announced their headlining tour in October, with dates in cities including Detroit, Philadelphia, Port Chester, and Boston. The theatre tour, in support of their most recent album, Neon Pill, will feature direct support by Hey, Nothing on all dates, with the artists Girl Tones, Vlad Holiday, Bec Lauder and The Noise, and Common People opening in select cities. The headlining tour will follow Cage The Elephant‘s dates supporting legendary U.K. band Oasis on their North American 2025 World Tour. The tour will take the band to Toronto, Chicago, New Jersey, Los Angeles and Mexico City starting in August 2025. The GRAMMY®
The Jonas Brothers kicked off their highly anticipated JONAS20: Greetings From Your Hometown tour to a massive, sold-out crowd at MetLife Stadium. It marked a powerful, fullcircle celebration of their 20-year journey from performing in malls to headlining the biggest stadiums and arenas in the world. Fittingly, the Jonas Brothers chose to begin this milestone tour in their home state of New Jersey, where it all began, transforming MetLife into a heartfelt tribute to two decades of music, growth, and connection with fans across generations.
The career-spanning live show highlighted every chapter of the Jonas Brothers’ 20 year career and their evolution as a band, including solo projects like Nick Jonas & the Administration, Nick Jonas’ solo career, Joe Jonas’ solo career, DNCE, and more. The band opened the show to a thunderous reception with “Lovebug,” and went on to deliver fan favorites such as “S.O.S.,” “Burnin’ Up,” and “Sucker,” alongside new songs like “No Time to Talk” and “Love Me to Heaven” from their brand new album Greetings From Your Hometown. Additionally, Nick and Joe went head-to-head each taking turns revisiting their solo eras. The JONAS20: Greetings From Your Hometown tour will run through November across North America. Select dates will feature special guests Marshmello, The All-American Rejects, and Boys Like Girls, as well as special local JONASCON pop-up events for fans. Tickets are available now at ticketmaster.com
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KARISSA ELLA VIDEO “GROWING WINGS”
Country breakout Karissa Ella continues her upward momentum with the release of the official music video for “Growing Wings,” the powerful title track from her latest EP. With sweeping cinematic visuals and emotional storytelling, the video showcases Karissa’s signature blend of vulnerability and strength, reinforcing her status as one of country music’s most promising rising stars.
With her Growing Wings EP out now across all platforms, Karissa continues to prove she’s one to watch in country music. The project blends nostalgic storytelling with modern flair, featuring seven dynamic tracks that showcase her songwriting versatility and powerhouse vocals. Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVGumPes5sY
JOHN CARTER CASH
“SNOW ON THE SAND”
Singer-songwriter and producer John Carter Cash has released the official music video for his brand-new single, “Snow On The Sand,” out via Avondale Records and distributed through The Orchard. The single, accompanied by its cinematic visual, marks the first look into Cash’s upcoming full-length album, Pineapple John, due September 12, 2025.
The official music video was directed by Joseph Cash and filmed at the historic Cash Cabin Studio.
Pineapple John is a cinematic concept album that tells the story of a life-worn singer-songwriter named Pineapple John. Produced by John Carter Cash and Trey Call, the record explores universal themes of love, loss, redemption, and self-discovery through vivid storytelling and rich sonic textures.
The album’s debut single, “Snow On The Sand,” features background vocals by Ana Cristina Cash and Caitlin Evanson. The track embodies the album’s emotional contrast, pairing poignant lyrics with evocative production that mirrors the warmth of the beach against the lingering chill of a past left behind.
TIM MCGRAW COMING TO HARD ROCK
Tim McGraw takes the stage at Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City on Saturday, Nov. 1 at 8 PM.Tickets can be purchased at HardRockHotelAtlanticCity.com or Ticketmaster.com. All shows are subject to change.
Tim McGraw’s accomplishments, include record sales of more than 103 million, with 49 No. 1 singles, and 19 No. 1 albums. He ranks second-most in No. 1 country albums in the United States behind only George Strait. He has scored a No. 1 album and No.1 single in 4 straight decades. Two of his singles, Grammywinning “Live Like You Were Dying” and genre-busting “Over & Over” with Nelly, have spent 10 and 11 weeks, respectively, at No. 1.
His longevity is at the pinnacle of the industry with a span over 30 weeks and 6 months between his first and most recent No. 1 singles. He is tied for the most year-end number ones at Billboard country with three entries, equaled only by Willie Nelson and Hank Williams, Sr.
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CLASSIC ROCK
TOTO’S STEVE PORCARO’S NEW SINGLE
Steve Porcaro—legendary songwriter, synth pioneer, and founding member of Toto—continues his highly anticipated return with his release of “Change,” the second single from his forthcoming solo album The Very Day, due October 3 on Green Hill Music. A hopeful, soaring meditation on how even small acts can help change the world, “Change” channels Porcaro’s signature blend of sophisticated pop textures and emotional clarity.
Co-written with Julius Robinson and the late Michael Sherwood, “Change” was originally written with Michael Jackson in mind. But as Porcaro returned to the song years later, he found it had taken on new meaning.
“This one’s been in the vault a long time,” says Porcaro. “I wrote it during a really charged moment in the world—and somehow, it feels just as relevant now. It’s not a protest song, exactly. It’s more about the little things we do for each other that can actually move the needle. I’ve always believed music has the power to remind us of that.”
NRBQ “HONEST DOLLAR” REISSUE
NRBQ has announced a remixed and remastered reissue of their 1992 live album Honest Dollar, expanded with two previously unissued performances, out on September 5 via Omnivore Recordings.
Nearly a quarter century after bursting onto the scene in 1969 with their self-titled debut album, NRBQ delivered another patented mix of carefree musicianship and joyful spontaneity with 1992’s live Honest Dollar. (It’s been over 50 years now, and they’re still delivering!)
Honest Dollar gave listeners a special treat (and we’re not talking about the signed one-dollar bills the band inserted randomly into the copies of the original CD). Not only are there NRBQ classics like “Ridin’ In My Car” and “Wacky Tobacky,” but two “State” songs—“Deep In The Heart Of Texas” and Carl Perkins’ “Tennessee” (with new lyrics by Terry, added with Perkins’ consent.) And how about two distinct versions of “The Dummy Song,” which wouldn’t penetrate the public’s conscious until the 1998 film You’ve Got Mail. Plus the Lovin’ Spoonful’s “Amy’s Theme” with a guest appearance from John Sebastian himself. Add in rip-roaring versions of Little Richard’s “Lucille,” Len Barry’s “1-2-3,” and Neil Hefti’s “Batman Theme,”
Pre-order Honest Dollar: www.omnivorerecordings.com/shop/honest-dollar
38 SPECIAL FIRST ALBUM IN 20 YEARS
38 Special, the classic southern rock band behind worldwide hits such as “Hold On Loosely” and “Caught Up In You,” have announced their new album Milestone out on September 19. In celebration of the band’s 50th anniversary, their first new music in over 20 years features guests and co-writes with Pat Monahan (Train) and Randy Bachman (Bachman Turner-Overdrive/The Guess Who), and longtime collaborator Jim Peterik (Survivor, Sammy Hagar, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Cheap Trick).
Along with the announcement, 38 Special shared the lilting lead single, and accompanying music video, “All I Haven’t Said” which nods to the melodydriven bands that came before them.
38 Special’s ever relentless touring schedule continues throughout 2025 with dates across the US including shows with Kansas, Dave Mason, The Outlaws and Jefferson Starship.
METAL
“GWAR LIVE FROM THE HELLMOUTH”
This year marks the 40th anniversary of your alien overlords in GWAR, pioneers of shock rock who have redefined live performance with their over-the-top theatrics, grotesque costumes, and unapologetic depravity. What better way to celebrate four decades of intergalactic filth, fury, and fluid than by dragging humanity straight into the bowels of the Earth?
On August 22, “GWAR: Live From The Hellmouth” will stream exclusively on VEEPS, delivering a grotesque, one-night-only live performance from deep within the legendary Caverns in Pelham, TN. It’s shock rock history in a hole!
Broadcasting at 9:00 PM EST / 6:00 PM PST, the show captures GWAR in their natural element: underground, unhinged, and completely unfiltered. Expect blood, bile, body parts, and the kind of glorious depravity that’s made GWAR the most disgusting—and beloved—shock rock band on Earth.
They’re appearing November 21st at The Palladium, Times Square
QUEENSRŸCH “VOLUME AND VENGEANCE TOUR”
Progressive metal legends QUEENSRŸCHE announced they’ll be hitting the road this coming fall on the” Volume and Vengeance Tour” alongside special guests Accept. The tour will kick off on November 7th in Denver, CO at Summit and will conclude on December 20th in Temecula, CA at Pechanga Theater Casino.
Vocalist Todd La Torres shares on the tour:” We are extremely excited to announce our upcoming 2025 U.S. fall tour with metal legends Accept! Their latest album, ‘Digital Noise Alliance’ (2022), marks the band’s 16th studio release and exemplifies the enduring essence of QUEENSRŸCHE: forward-thinking, emotionally resonant, and sonically bold. Crafted with longtime producer Zeuss, the album merges classic tones from the band’s early years with modern intensity, reaffirming their legacy as “the thinking man’s metal band.”
CHARLIE BENANTE AND CARLA HARVEY EP
Anthrax’s Charlie Benante and former Butcher Babies Carla Harvey have joined forces on The Violent Hour, a five-song EP project the two of them have conjured up that was released on July 25 (Megaforce Records). Carla wrote all lyrics, and of course handled all vocals, and Charlie wrote the music and played all instruments on the EP. But wait, there’s more: The track “Sick Ones” features an absolutely shredding guitar solo from John 5, and Zakk Wylde makes an explosive cameo on the track “Hell or Hollywood.” Carla is assembling her new band to take these songs on tour, so lots of fun is still ahead.
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BITS & PIECES
TREY ANASTASIO 5TH ANNY BEACON JAMS RESIDENCY
Trey Anastasio will celebrate the fifth anniversary of his historic 2020 Beacon Jams residency with a very special three-night run at New York City’s legendary Beacon Theatre, set for November 28–30. The shows will feature Anastasio in a range of formats each night, including performances with the Trey Anastasio Band and the return of The Rescue Squad Strings. Proceeds from the shows will benefit the Divided Sky Foundation (DSF). For complete details, please visit trey. com/tour.
DAVID GILMOUR ‘LIVE AT THE CIRCUS MAXIMUS, ROME’
Tickets for the forthcoming David Gilmour live film LIVE AT THE CIRCUS MAXIMUS, ROME are available now at www.davidgilmour.film
LIVE AT THE CIRCUS MAXIMUS, ROME, which is being released via Sony Music Vision and Trafalgar Releasing, will be shown in cinemas & IMAX worldwide on 17th September for a limited time only. The film sees Gilmour return to Rome’s historic Circus Maximus at the beginning of the Luck and Strange Tour, his first in nearly a decade. Long-time Gilmour collaborator Gavin Elder filmed the sublime spectacle against the backdrop of the ancient ruins of Rome. Tickets and full screening details for both IMAX and standard format cinemas are available at davidgilmour.film
GODSMACK FRONTMAN
SULLY ERNA “SMACK THIS! SCRAMBLE”
Get ready to rock the links! Sully Erna, the powerhouse vocalist and main songwriter behind multi-platinum rock titans Godsmack, is bringing his signature intensity from the stage to the greens with the launch of Sully Erna’s 1st Annual Smack This! Scramble on Sunday, September 7th, 2025 at Mohegan Sun Golf Club, one of the country’s most prestigious.
This isn’t your average celebrity golf tournament—it’s a full-throttle rock and roll weekend that combines Erna’s love of golf with his commitment to mental health advocacy, benefiting the Scars Foundation’s vital work in mental health awareness.
The $1,000 per person entry includes everything needed for an unforgettable experience: Tournament entry with golf cart and range balls, breakfast (8 to 9:30 AM) and lunch on the course, on-course beverage stations, one ticket to Saturday night’s concert, and access to the exclusive Scars Foundation 7th Anniversary Celebration. Registration and information: Visit The Scars Foundation website for tickets.
TRON: ARES BY NINE INCH NAILS
TRON: Ares (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), featuring all original music by Nine Inch Nails, will be released on September 19 via Interscope Records. Created for the third installment in the groundbreaking TRON film franchise, TRON: Ares stands among Nine Inch Nails’ most compelling albums, humming with menace, melancholy and momentum as analog soul and digital dread collide. It also marks the first-ever film score by the pioneering band although bandmates Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross have composed 20 scores under their own names, winning two Oscars, three Golden Globes, a GRAMMY® and an Emmy in the process. In this exclusive Empire feature, Reznor delves into why they approached TRON: Ares as a Nine Inch Nails project. They’re also appearing September 2 & 3rd at The Barclays Center.
MY MORNING JACKET 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF Z
My Morning Jacket will celebrate the 20th anniversary of their acclaimed 2005 album, Z, with a very special new Deluxe Edition, arriving via ATO Records on Friday, October 3. Remastered from the original master tapes, the Z 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition will be available digitally, on CD, and as a 3LP set on pink, coral and blue-colored vinyl, highlighted by 14 key outtakes from singles and film work, previously unreleased material, demos, and more, including the new single, “Where To Begin,” premiering at all DSPs and streaming services. To further commemorate the 20th anniversary of Z, My Morning Jacket has slated a number of very special shows that will see them performing the landmark collection in its entirety. The Z – 20th Anniversary shows will take place as part of previously announced dates on the upcoming second leg of their MY MORNING JACKET “is” ON TOUR, including Morrison, CO’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre (August 15), Los Angeles, CA’s Hollywood Palladium (August 19), Brooklyn, NY’s Brooklyn Paramount (October 16), Chicago, IL’s The Salt Shed (October 26), and Atlanta, GA’s Fox Theatre (November 1). Tickets for all five Z – 20th Anniversary shows are on sale now. For details www.mymorningjacket. com/tour.
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