Spring Concerts: DJ Shadow Comes to The Westcott!
There’s quite an impressive list of shows coming up at The Westcott Theater, but I was super excited when I heard that DJ Shadow will perform on Saturday, March 31st at 9:00 p.m. The concert was announced today (Tuesday, March 20th) and tickets just went on sale. Devotees of the Westcott Theater are no strangers to hugely famous DJs and electronic music, but DJ Shadow is on another level entirely. It’s not often that a veteran like Shadow hits ‘Cuse so I just had to suggest you check it out!
Read MoreToTs & The Goonies at Empire: Perfect Friday Plan
Whether or not you went to their last last show at Al’s, you should definitely hit up Empire Brewing Company this Friday, March 9th for a showcase of local hip-hop talent. And I’m not just saying it because I’m friends with them. ToTs, as the self-styled potato rapper brings something totally different to the stage while Illumination lays down gritty hip-hop beats and bass for him. It’s pretty cool to see them work together on stage.
Read MoreJanuary JAZZfest 2012 at Mohegan Manor
Coming up on Sunday, January 29th at Mohegan Manor is the 2012 January Jazzfest presented by Seneca Federal Savings. It’s an entire afternoon event featuring a ton of local jazz singers and musicians. Food and drink (The Restaurant at Mohegan Manor plus Club Sushi menu) will be available all day and live jazz performances will continue for the entire event. There will be a silent auction and raffle of fine art and even a jazz brunch.
Read MoreGuru Fall Show Primer Part II: Top 3 Shows.
I’ve seen some incredible concerts already this season and I’m preparing for the next set of shows. I’ve been on a ticket-buying binge for the last two weeks and my main discovery is that it is very affordable to see a TON of shows in Syracuse. My ticket purchasing rule: if you’ll regret missing out, buy a ticket. Here are my top 3 picks for October! Buy Tickets Now!
Read MoreCapital Cities Concert: You Can Make it Happen.
Hello Guru readers, a friend and myself are trying to help one of our favorite bands secure a show in Syracuse on October 7th and we need your help to make it happen. If any of you have connections at a local venue, concert hall, theater or almost any place where a 200-300 person concert could occur please drop me an email at mike@syracuseguru.com.
Read MoreSkan Festival: Anyela’s Happy Hour Concert.
Whether or not you’ve made to trip out to Skaneateles for the annual Skaneateles Festival this summer I want to recommend a great event you shouldn’t miss. Anyela’s Vineyards, an absolutely stunning vineyard a few miles from town, is hosting a free community concert/happy hour on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.
Read MoreThe Armory’s Latest: West Side Weekend.
The entire vision for Syracuse Guru is based on my hope to reinvigorate interest in Syracuse by getting people not to ‘think outside the box’ (an awful phrase) but to actually DO things, try something new and embrace the experiences this place has to offer. I’m easily exasperated with doing the same old thing and that is exactly why I find myself the author of this site. It’s here to challenge people, myself included (and maybe especially).
Read MoreAgenda 8/3: Tailored Plans
Wednesday night, like any other night in Syracuse, is only what you make it. Luckily there are a bunch of great things to do. You’ll find the best Wednesday night dinner deal, an awesome concert and somewhere to head after. Make it a full night.
Here’s my TOP 3 for August 3rd
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