The Oneonta Theatre is thrilled to welcome Randy Houser with special guests Weston Burt and Rick Monroe on Saturday, June 23, 2012.

“People are ready for real country music again,” says Randy Houser, and there are few people in a better position to give it to them.

Blessed with one of his generation’s great voices, he is also a world-class songwriter, penning hits for artists including Trace Adkins and Justin Moore, and a seasoned entertainer known for the passion and energy he brings to every performance.

His debut album, Anything Goes, introduced him as an exceptional artist, someone with both a cutting-edge sound and a deep respect for classic country. Fans, media and peers alike recognized that he possesses an artistic vision equal to his formidable talent.

The strong reaction to his music was evident when David Letterman heard the album’s powerful first single, “Anything Goes,” and invited Randy to perform on the Late Show, introducing him to an even broader nationwide audience. A searing portrayal of emptiness and loss, ―Anything Goes‖ rose quickly into the Top 20. Randy followed it with one of the rowdiest songs and coolest videos of recent years “Boots On,” which rocketed to #2.

Randy was named Country Aircheck’s No. 1 New Country Artist in terms of airplay for 2009, and was a presenter and a nominee at both the ACM Awards (Video of the Year for “Boots On”) and the CMA Awards (New Artist of the Year and Music Video of the Year), as well as garnering a nomination for the 2010 CMT Music Awards’ Nationwide® Insurance On Your Side® Award. At the awards show he helped host Kid Rock kick off the festivities with a surprise appearance on stage during a medley of “Cowboy,” “Bawitdaba” and “Good Ol’ Boys.”

With one of country music’s most promising young careers, Randy took a major step forward with his sophomore album, They Call Me Cadillac.

“I put my heart into this, and the result is something I’m really proud of.” From the beginning, Randy and co-producers Cliff Audretch III and Mark Wright agreed on a straightforward approach that focused on the meaningful lyrics of the songs. “I want to catch people’s ears not just with a guitar hook, but with the words. I didn’t want too much going on around it.”

The result, recorded with Randy’s own band, rather than studio musicians, is a stark and straightforward effort that does full justice to an artist heavily influenced by the classic works of idols like Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, George Jones and Waylon Jennings.

The album covers a great deal of musical and thematic ground. Randy includes pure fun, rowdy, foot-stomping tracks like “Out Here in the Country” and “Whistlin’ Dixie,” but also manages to capture the ups and downs of love on other tracks, demonstrating his artistic range. The naked need of “Addicted” calls forth a yearning that only Randy’s vocals could somberly deliver.

Recently signed to a new record deal with Stony Creek Records in Nashville, Randy is slated to release a new radio single this spring from a forthcoming third album that will hit stores later this year. Stay tuned to www.RandyHouser.com for updates.

Weston Burt knows his story may have a familiar beginning, but the 26-year-old singer from Fort Payne, Alabama, hopes his career plays out more like a Great American novel when it’s all said and done. Like so many other aspiring artists that have made their way to Nashville to pursue their dreams, Weston first discovered his love for Country music through the influence of his parents, who introduced the youngster to family favorites like Alabama, Willie Nelson and the iconic Garth Brooks.

With songs about faith and the joys and hardships of the common Southern man, Weston’s life is an accurate reflection of the songs he sings. After signing a production deal with Ramblin’ Music in November 2010, Weston began working with award winning songwriter and producer Cliff Downs. The Alabama singer-songwriter is focused intently on his next project, a full album tentatively titled Round Here. The project is scheduled for a late 2011 or early 2012 release.

Weston says his goal is simple: “To provide music that all ages can enjoy and provide a live show that takes people’s breath away. I love when someone comes up to me and tells me that they enjoy my music or that it has helped them through a tough time. To me, that’s what music is all about – helping others.”

Rick Monroe is perfect blend of Alt Contemporary & Classic Country, a dash of Southern Roots Rock, a big swig of Texas Swing and just the right amount of showmanship.

In his new single, “Honky Tonk Road Trip” (co-written with Country Weekly’s Larry Holden) Rick Monroe paints a vivid picture  Through his artistry, Monroe creates a clear visual about a musician who hits the road, performing at every honky tonk he can find to wash away the pain of a broken heart only to find there was perfection waiting for him right around the corner. While not completely autobiographical, Rick Monroe is certainly a Country Music Road warrior who isn’t adverse to taking his music directly to the people. Rick says, “You know all those reality shows on TV… my life IS a reality show.”

He’s opened for the likes of Charlie Daniels, Dwight Yoakam, Montgomery Gentry, Marshall Tucker, Darryl Worley, Craig Morgan, Eric Church, Emerson Drive, Patty Loveless, Little Texas, Ricochet, The Birds, Black Hawk, Trick Pony, Chely Wright, Sammy Kershaw and Billy Ray Cyrus & Miley Cyrus. He’s toured Europe for the last 3 years and performed an average of 100 dates a year for the last 2 years. While at home in Nashville, he even makes room for a steady gig at Wildhorse Saloon.

Saturday, June 23 at 9 p.m.
Randy Houser with special guests Weston Burt and Rick Monroe
Happy hour: 6-8 p.m. Doors: 8 p.m.
Tickets: $25 advance/ $30 day-of-show
A limited number of special VIP Packages are available for $75 each. These include: one ticket with express entrance to the VIP area next to the stage, one fress drink, a discount on merchandise, a free Randy Houser VIP laminate, tour sponsor Jägermeister merchandise, and a meet and greet with Randy Houser (including photo opportunity and the chance to have one item autographed). Call 607-965-6032 (Limited number of VIP Ticket Packages are  available online or from box office).
Tickets on sale Saturday, April 14 at 10 a.m.

 

 

The Oneonta Theatre is pleased to welcome the Woodstock Era Experience on Tuesday, July 3.

The “WOODSTOCK ERA EXPERIENCE” is the most believable musical journey you will ever take. The production features a cast of musicians and singers who are dedicated to recreating the performances of some of the most famous rock legends from 1967-1969. The show captures the experience of being at a live concert from one of the greatest musical eras ever. Audiences feel like they have just attended a “Summer of Love Festival” concert.

Return to a time when music and lyrics really mattered, and into an era where the artists and their songs shaped our society more than any other period of rock and roll history. Experience the excitement as the show brings back to the stage some of the biggest names of the late 60’s.

The Woodstock Era Experience includes the live recreation performances of legendary artists such as; Jim Morrison, Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, Grace Slick of Jefferson Airplane, Joe Cocker, Jerry Garcia of The Grateful Dead, Ian Anderson of Jethro Tull, Roger Daltrey of The Who, Melanie and more.

The most popular music from the most influential era in the history of rock and roll is performed by the “Woodstock era Experience” in a way you have never heard or seen before. This explosive concert guarantees to bring you back to that “far-out, hip and groovy sensation” where the spirit of “69” returns you to a night you will always remember.

www.woodstockeraexperience.com

Tuesday, July 3 at 7:30 p.m.
The Woodstock Era Experience
Happy hour: 4:30-6:30 p.m. Doors: 6:30 p.m.
Tickets: $20 advance/ $25 day-of-show OR
$30 advance gold circle/ $35 day-of-show gold circle
Available soon online and from local outlets

Klipnockie Entertainment is proud to present The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band with special guests Just Throw Money and Horseshoe Lounge Playboys on Sunday, September 30. Proceeds will benefit the Folds of Honor Foundation.

The iconic and profoundly influential Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, often cited as a catalyst for an entire movement in country rock and American roots music, continues to add to their legendary status.

With multi-­‐platinum and gold records, strings of top ten hits such as “Fishin’ In The Dark” and “Mr. Bojangles”, multiple Grammy, IBMA, and CMA awards and nominations, the band’s accolades continue to accumulate.

Their Groundbreaking “Will The Circle Be Unbroken” album has been inducted into the U.S. Library Of Congress, as well as the Grammy Hall Of Fame. NGDB’s Recording of “Mr. Bojangles” was also inducted into the Grammy Hall Of Fame In 2010.

NGDB (Jeff Hanna, Jimmie Fadden, Bob Carpenter, and John McEuen) are touring in support of their most recent release, the critically acclaimed album “Speed Of Life” (2009, SugarHill Records) with recent tour stops at Bonnaroo And Levon Helm’s Midnight Ramble.

Just Throw Money is a musical excursion made up of diverse and talented musicians who now call “Upstate New York” home. Willy Wood, Johnny Banks, Doug Decker, Kevin Corkery, Keith Radke and Jim Adams have played in various groups since the beginning of time and have now come together to form one of the more talked about experiences in the area.

Just Throw Money plays a variety of classic country, folk, and tunes from the 70s, plus thought provoking originals thrown in for good measure.  This six-piece band is sure to get you on your feet with music you forgot you loved.

The Horseshoe Lounge Playboys are a four piece “roots” band performing mostly original and traditional material – some call Backwoods Americana – some Hillbilly dance music.

Plans for 2012 include getting back in the studio to record their fourth album (2011′s release “Coaster” featured 14 original compositions) and appearances at concert halls clubs and festivals across the Northeast and possibly a return to the West Tour.

2011 was been a busy year for The Horseshoe Lounge Playboys, who performed many concerts and clubs including concerts with The Levon Helm Band,  Arlo Gutherie and his band and Steve Earle. The Levon Helm / Arlo Gutherie show was a special concert on May 13, 2011 in front of 3,000 anti-fracking supporters. Also, HLP’s Randy Miritello wrote the theme song “Hole in the Mountain” which was performed and recorded by HLP for the film “Mineville.”

HLP headlined regional festivals and joined the likes of Levon Helm, Arlo Gutherie, Ricky Skaggs, Steve Earle, Leon Redbone, Maria Muldaur, John Gorka, etc. on the stages of Concert Series and Festivals, received standing ovations (thank you very much), sold out both their first album “One Horse Town” and a self-produced “live” CD titled “Bootleg” and released “Coaster” in March 2011.

In 2009 HLP won Imprint Radio’s “Best Live Performance of 2009″ award. The band is currently working on another album of all original material to be released in 2012. The band performs primarily in the Northeast U.S. with several tours of the Southwest: Colorado (Denver, Boulder, Golden, Ft. Collins, Creste Butte, Breckenridge, Nederland, etc), Laramie WY, Arizona (all over),  New Mexico and Chicago, IL.

The Folds of Honor Foundation is rallying a nation to ensure no family is left behind in the fight to preserve American freedom. Through scholarships and other assistance, we give back to the spouses and children of soldiers killed or disabled in service to our country. We provide healing, hope and an opportunity for dreams to be realized … with the support of people like you. We feel this is our duty as citizens of the greatest country in the world.

Over 700,000 soldiers have been killed or wounded in the ongoing military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan–Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom, and Operation New Dawn. These service members’ families exceed the national average of 2.5 dependents per household. As of January 1, 2012, over one million dependents have been adversely affected by multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. More than 87% of the dependents affected by the recent wars do not qualify for federal scholarship assistance. While the federal government provides some support for these families, it cannot succeed alone without proactive civilian organizations to assist.

The need is great, and, to paraphrase the words of Patrick Henry, their battle is ours. As Americans, we feel a collective duty to honor those who have sacrificed by serving the families they leave behind.

This special event is proudly sponsored by Sponsored by Northern Eagle Beverages and Budweiser.

Sunday, September 30 at 7 p.m.

The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band with special guests Just Throw Money and Horseshoe Lounge Playboys
Happy hour: 4-6 p.m. Doors: 6 p.m.
Tickets: $25 in advance/$30 day-of-show
Available soon online and from local ticket outlets
Proceeds benefit the Folds of Honor Foundation

The Oneonta Theatre is thrilled to welcome back Get The Led Out on Saturday, December 1, 2012.

GET THE LED OUT was formed in 2003 when a couple of Philadelphia-area musicians contacted Paul Sinclair about singing in a Led Zeppelin project they were trying to get off the ground. Sinclair, who had spent the majority of his musical career performing in his own original band “Sinclair,” had reservations about joining a ‘tribute’ act. “I had no interest in going the impersonator route,” says Sinclair. “I’ve always found it a bit hokey. I was much more intrigued by the thought of playing this music that I loved so much, and playing it accurately. With ALL the instrumentation.”

Enter guitarist Paul Hammond who shared a musical partnership with Sinclair that dated back to their teen years. Together they wrote songs, released albums and earned their rock and roll wings on the East Coast club scene. It was only natural that Sinclair would recruit Hammond for the latest rock journey. “I knew Paul [Hammond] would add the stability and musical chops needed to pull this off,” Sinclair explains. “Besides guitar, he plays many other stringed-instruments and even played keyboards in an early incarnation of the band.”

Sinclair’s vision of performing on stage as themselves and doing the studio versions of the Zep catalog was not a popular concept with other early members in the band. “In the beginning, some of the guys wanted to do the look-a-like thing. Akin to a version of the movie ‘The Song Remains The Same.’ Those guys have since moved on to other things,” says Sinclair.

With the Pauls in place and the addition of Adam Ferraioli on drums, Jimmy Marchiano on guitar, multi-instrumentalist Andrew Lipke (keys, guitar, vocals, percussion etc.), and Billy Childs on bass, GTLO’s mission finally came into focus: to recreate on stage the complete sound of Led Zeppelin’s recordings with the studio overdubs that Zeppelin themselves never performed live. Oh, and without the wigs. “It turns out that our approach is the very thing that separates us from all the other Zeppelin acts out there. I’d like to say that it was a real savvy business decision, but truth be told it’s just the only way I could see doing it.”

GTLO took the show on the road in 2004 with debut performances in major theatres, PACs, festivals and concert venues throughout the East. “I remember our first time at Penn’s Peak (a 1700 seat national concert venue in Jim Thorpe, PA),” recalls Sinclair. “I was concerned about attendance because we had not yet made a name for ourselves. But then 1000 people showed up. We knew we were onto something. Now we sell the place out. I guess it goes to show the power of this music…and hopefully a little something about the band that’s playing it.”

Now dubbed by the media as “The American Led Zeppelin,” GTLO presents a two hour + set each night that spans the mythic career of the legendary British supergroup. And with it, they are achieving strong box office scores throughout the Mid-Atlantic. Not uncommon are return-visits and sell-outs at a number of the region’s most prominent venues and PACs including The Nokia Theater (NYC Times Square), House of Blues (Boston and Atlantic City), Pennsylvania’s Sovereign Center and Keswick Theatre, and Oswego New York’s “Harborfest” as well as countless others.

The critics are raving. The Patriot News, Central Pennsylvania’s leading news source that reaches nearly a half-million weekly readers, heralds, “Get The Led Out didn’t just pass Zeppelin 101 with flying colors — they’re working on their Ph.D. They didn’t just do their Zep homework — they’re teaching the class.”

Saturday, December 1 at 9 p.m.
Get The Led Out
Happy Hour: p.m. 6-8 Doors 8 p.m.
Ticket information coming soon!