The Mountain Goats make their long-awaited return to Central New York for a sold-out show in Homer. Led by singer-songwriter John Darnielle, the band is touring to promote its latest album, “Jenny from Thebes,” a sequel of sorts to its 2002 album, “All Hail West Texas.” Bassist Peter Hughes, who lives in Rochester, spoke with The Route earlier this week
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On Saturday night, Rubblebucket will make its long-overdue return to Ithaca to perform at the State Theatre. It’s the synth-pop band’s first show at the venerable venue after years of appearances at area festivals such as GrassRoots and the Big Mean BBQ and clubs such as The Haunt and Castaways.
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Tommy Brunett of Iron Smoke Distillery will host a fest of music and spirits in Geneseo this weekend.
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Drive-By Truckers bring their "Welcome 2 Club XIII Tour" to Rochester Tuesday night, playing an 8 p.m. gig at the Water Street Music Hall.
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