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Styx

[ROCK] At their best, Styx are a group that’s never shied away from diving head first into new waters, boasting a catalogue that spans across four decades and countless musical styles—from metal and guitar-heavy rock to classical and techno pop. This penchant for experimentation has a sort of Bowie-esque consistency, but it’s their remarkable adoration for grandiose sounds that sets them apart from their contemporaries.

Don Henley

[ROCK] With the Eagles now officially a thing of the past as a result of Glen Frey’s death early this year, Don Henley carries on to support his rootsy solo disc, Cass County, out last fall on Concord. His fifth solo album in total and 15 years on from his last, Cass County features a staggering roster of guests, including Vince Gill, Dolly Parton, Martina McBride, and, oddly enough, Mick Jagger.

Interview: Glenn Hughes

[ROCK] When one of the most commercially successful rock musicians of all-time, Gene Simmons of KISS, claims that “Rock is Dead,” it may be worthwhile to get a second opinion from another practitioner. And who better to get an expert analysis from than “The Voice of Rock” himself, the man with the endless vocal range, Glenn Hughes?

Strange Allure Volume 5: Eric Cloutier, Specter, DaRand Land

[ELECTRONIC/DANCE] Parties like The Bunker might be akin to a spiritual predecessor of parties like Buffalo’s Strange Allure. Though, where The Bunker is done at established venues and art spaces like Good Room, Market Hotel, and Trans Pecos, Strange Allure is done all in various underground locations. The reason we bring up The Bunker is because Strange Allure’s next guest, Eric Cloutier, is a notable artist on the label, The Bunker, which essentially acts as a release outfit for the party.

Counting Crows and Rob Thomas

[ROCK] Counting Crows and Matchbox Twenty both encountered massive levels of commercial success in the mid-1990s with their respective debuts, thus defining the sound of a hit radio format that also included Dave Matthews Band and The Wallflowers. Though touring without Matchbox Twenty this time out, front man Rob Thomas is a perfect complement to Counting Crows’ Adam Duritz, since their voices evoke a moment in time not that long ago when guitar-centric pop still reigned supreme.

Silo City Reading Series

[LIT] Poetry, live electronic music, and visual performances come to Silo City on Saturday, August 13 for the next edition of the Silo City Reading Series. The Silo City Reading Series will host poets Ocean Vuong and Sherry Robbins, an acoustic set from experimental artist Space Cubs and a light centered installation from electronic artist Projex for a night that will explore the art of Buffalo and beyond.

Nickel City Comic con

[COMICS] When a new comic con is set to debut, there’s a reasonable expectation of growing pains. New organizers must navigate the complicated web of procuring locations, guests, and vendors while making sure advertising and marketing are on point, leading up to the big day of the event. With so many moving parts to keep in order, it’s no wonder that early forays into the booming business often sputter out.

Marian McLaughlin Trio

[FOLK] Marian McLaughlin, the experimental folk musician from Baltimore is making moves. Not too long ago she was featured with her band on NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert, which gave the band a mighty boost. She’ll bring her trio to Babeville’s Ninth Ward on Thursday, August 11 along with a special performance by Buffalo’s Lesionread. 

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