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Albany-area cover band playing modern classic rock with a few surprises, specializing in intricate vocal harmonies and swoon-worthy dance moves.
Albany-area cover band playing modern classic rock with a few surprises, specializing in intricate vocal harmonies and swoon-worthy dance moves.
The Sad Dads and BattenKillers last played together in December, but they’re back to play a Father’s Day Without The Family party on June 20th!
They’re taking a break from mowing their lawn. They’re putting up the treehouse that they’ll never finish on hold. The CPAP machine and hemorrhoid cream is going away for the evening and they’re going to rock the **** out for all you Capital Region dads who spend an ill-advised amount of time thinking about the high school friend who stole their crush like John Nolan and emo Voldemort.
Also, you should bring your family. That was just a fun name. Our families are coming. Maybe our kids can play together and then leave at 7:30 with grandma and grandpa because it’s bedtime.
Year four. And this time, we’re doing it all summer.
Havana Nights isn’t just an event anymore — it’s a vibe. A gathering. A night you circle on your calendar.
Each date is part of an exclusive seasonal series bringing salsa, energy, and unforgettable atmosphere to Wolf Hollow.
6PM Salsa Lesson (zero experience needed and free!)
Dancing until 10PM
Summer air, craft beer, Latin rhythm
Come early. Stay late. Meet new people.
And if you come once… you’ll probably be back.
Hosted by Baila Albany Dance Studio.
Upstate Line Dancing at Wolf Hollow!
Grab your boots and join Allison for a fun night of line dancing at Wolf Hollow Brewing Company! Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned dancer, everyone is welcome on the floor. Beginner lessons & open dance.
FREE ENTRY
Come early to grab a drink, bring your friends, and get ready for a great night of dancing. See you out there!
Camp’s Creek Custom Cowboy Hat pop-up
Vandor’s Ice Cream Truck
Dinner service by Sammy’s Country Wagon.
The North & South Dakotas are an original folk & bluegrass band from Upstate, NY. The five piece band includes Zack Hay (lead vocals and acoustic guitar), Mark Retajczyk electric guitar and supporting vocal), Nayt Patenaude (dobro, mandolin, and suporrting vocal), Colin Hunt (Bass), and Connor Dunn (saxophone).
From quick pickin' grass tunes, to heartfelt ballads, The Dakotas bring a unique and original energy to the stage.
The band has shared the stage with:
Sam Bush, Deer Tick, The Travelin' McCourys, Cabinet, Robert Randolph, Jeff Austin, The Gibson Brothers, Twiddle, The Mallett Brothers Band, Trampled By Turtles, Ryan Montbleau, Giant Panda Guerrilla Dub Squad.
TV Doctors is an experimental instrumental trio based in Albany, NY, known for genre-bending improvised music that blends psychedelic rock, funk, jazz, and prog. Comprised of Josh Witmer (guitar), Evan Conway (bass), and Bob Morris (drums), they are active in the Capital District scene, frequently performing at The Eleven at Lark Hall
2026 Eddie Award Winners: Best Capital Region Jam Band.
Your favorite songs from across 5 decades!
An Upstate NY Trio that performs a mixture of originals and covers in the classic, pop and rock vein. The band honors local area musician/songwriter Darrell Vernum(our other brother) with material written by him, and celebrates other classic singer/songwriters(Dylan, Neal Young, Tom Petty etc...), as well as a few of their own originals...
Band members: Andy Gallo (bass & vox), Steve Lamb (guitar & vox), Jake Mann (drums)
Darrell Vernum, songwriter (1969-2020)
Live music with our good friend Steve Oill!
Year four. And this time, we’re doing it all summer.
Havana Nights isn’t just an event anymore — it’s a vibe. A gathering. A night you circle on your calendar.
Each date is part of an exclusive seasonal series bringing salsa, energy, and unforgettable atmosphere to Wolf Hollow.
6PM Salsa Lesson (zero experience needed and free!)
Dancing until 10PM
Summer air, craft beer, Latin rhythm
Come early. Stay late. Meet new people.
And if you come once… you’ll probably be back.
Hosted by Baila Albany Dance Studio.
Joe Bodden and a revolving cast of upstate NYs best musicians playing a wide variety of classic rock tunes in a style all their own. Fun, funky, creative, eclectic!
Upstate Line Dancing at Wolf Hollow!
Grab your boots and join Allison for a fun night of line dancing at Wolf Hollow Brewing Company! Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned dancer, everyone is welcome on the floor. Beginner lessons & open dance.
FREE ENTRY
Come early to grab a drink, bring your friends, and get ready for a great night of dancing. See you out there!
Camp’s Creek Custom Cowboy Hat pop-up
Dinner service by Two For The Road.
Justin Friello is no stranger to the spotlight. Since 2005, he’s been performing professionally as a solo artist and as the lead in various bands in New York’s Capital Region and beyond. Live performance has always been his focus, though his collection of studio releases includes numerous EPs, LPs, singles, and even 10 holiday albums.
He’s played major upstate venues and festivals like Proctors Theatre, The Linda, Tulip Fest, WMHT, and Summernight. He’s opened for bands like Gin Blossoms, Village People, and Girl Talk. In 2016, Justin released his hybrid EP/Short Film, Jack & Jill, to a packed house, backed by a 8-piece ensemble. His most recent release is a live EP, recorded at the famous Caffè Lena in Saratoga Springs, NY. Listen on all streaming services.
Justin’s songwriting is “punchy, driving, rhythmically intricate and layered”, full of “honest language”, and “overflowing with diverse creative ideas”. Throughout his career, what has never changed is a commitment to expertly crafted, emotionally intense lyrics and intricate guitar playing.
Year four. And this time, we’re doing it all summer.
Havana Nights isn’t just an event anymore — it’s a vibe. A gathering. A night you circle on your calendar.
Each date is part of an exclusive seasonal series bringing salsa, energy, and unforgettable atmosphere to Wolf Hollow.
6PM Salsa Lesson (zero experience needed and free!)
Dancing until 10PM
Summer air, craft beer, Latin rhythm
Come early. Stay late. Meet new people.
And if you come once… you’ll probably be back.
Hosted by Baila Albany Dance Studio.
Six Mile Sundown is a local four piece cover band that plays chill rock classics with harmonizing vocals. The music is easy to listen to, appeals to everyone and is well received wherever they play.
Nymbis is a five piece Prog Lite Rock group hailing from Saratoga Springs NY. Their First two albums "Nymbis", and "Moon Moth" have had national and international radio play, and their third album is in the works. The line up includes Chuck Valentine (guitar), Liz Conant (keyboards), Brandon Waylett (drums), Francine McKinney (Percussion), and Dan Gerkin (Bass), with Vocals coming from all five members of the group.
"We try to make every show we play a unique experience.... We like to explore different genres in our original music as well as the covers we play. We could play anything from a Talking Heads cover to an Erik Satie piece, we like to keep our listeners, as well as ourselves on our toes." - Chuck Valentine
Truck-driving Adirondack folk musician, Josh Clevenstine, follows in the footsteps of his musical mentors, Chris Shaw and Dan Berggren. A proud “tradition-bearer,” Josh is passionate about applying his own style to old songs and traditions and passing them along to the next generation. His music—propelled by crosspicking guitar reminiscent of the great Johnny Cash—is marked by honest lyrics drawn from his own experiences. Harlan Howard famously described country music as “3 chords and the truth,” and Josh’s powerful songs are a testament to the magic inherent in that particular formula.
Back for its 4th year, Havana Nights has officially grown into a full spring & summer series at Wolf Hollow Brewing Company!
What began as one electric night has become a seasonal tradition — where Latin music, good drinks, and great people come together under the summer sky.
Salsa Lesson at 6PM (beginner-friendly, no partner needed, and free!)
Social Dancing 6–10PM
Craft beer + outdoor vibes
Whether it’s your first time dancing or you’ve been with us since year one, this is your place to move, connect, and feel alive.
Come once.
Or make it your summer ritual.
Hosted by Baila Albany Dance Studio.
An Americana band with an acoustic spirit, their sound has grown over the years, incorporating influences from a wide variety of styles into a musical language that is distinctly their own. Their original songs draw from a wide range of life experience, delivered through music that is both polished and heartfelt.
Rusticator has been featured at Saratoga's First Night, the Freedom Park Concert Series, and multiple appearances at some of the Albany area's finest brew pubs and eateries. They have had multiple songs included on WEXT’s top Local 518 list.
Covering hundreds of titles and artists including,
The Beatles, Eagles, CCR, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Kid Rock, Dave Matthews Band, Nickleback, Green Day, Daughtry, Train, Zack Brown Band & Many More.
AROX layers harmony-rich vocals backed by scintillating keyboard fills, searing guitar licks and driving beats with a big rock 'n' roll sound. Each of the five members brings a wide range of musical influences and interests to the band’s sound and playlist, from the ‘60s to present.
Monkey and the Crowbar plays Americana music throughout the Mohawk Valley and Capital Region. Their playlist includes originals and favorites from The Grateful Dead, Bob Dylan, John Prine, The Band, and many more.
Fronted by Todd Herringshaw (guitar, vocals), band members Tree Casullo (percussion, vocals), Sharon Charles (upright bass) and Joe Sinchak (mandolin, fiddle, vocals) give an acoustic spin to tunes we all know and love. Their lively show entertains music lovers of all ages, all young at heart for sure.
String Drivers hail from upstate New York and plays a unique blend of hard-driving Americana "roots" music. The group features the lyrics of J. Peter Yakel (guitar/vocals), framed by instrumentalists Chris Schultz (banjo/vocals), Bruce Barker (guitar) and Pete Murphy (bass/vocals). The band enjoys performing original and classic compositions of bluegrass, rock, folk and country blues. Their performances are fast-paced, easy to listen to, and guaranteed to get your feet stompin!!
Nymbis is a five piece Prog Lite Rock group hailing from Saratoga Springs NY. Their First two albums "Nymbis", and "Moon Moth" have had national and international radio play, and their third album is in the works. The line up includes Chuck Valentine (guitar), Liz Conant (keyboards), Brandon Waylett (drums), Francine McKinney (Percussion), and Dan Gerkin (Bass), with Vocals coming from all five members of the group.
"We try to make every show we play a unique experience.... We like to explore different genres in our original music as well as the covers we play. We could play anything from a Talking Heads cover to an Erik Satie piece, we like to keep our listeners, as well as ourselves on our toes." - Chuck Valentine
Acoustic combo playing an eclectic mix of R&B, classic rock and contemporary tunes.
UNKEN BREW is a high-energy acoustic group that blends bluegrass, blues, and Americana with undeniable on-stage chemistry. Founded in 2024 by Bruce Thompson (guitar, dobro) and David Leiberman (guitar, harmonica), the band hit its full stride with the addition of Sam Katz (mandolin) and Arden Yonkers (upright bass). UNKEN BREW brings a lively energy to every performance and features songs from some of the world’s greatest songwriters as well as their own original tunes. They’ve independently performed with Greensky Bluegrass, the Hackensaw Boys, Shakey Graves, Andy Statman, and even one of the Marsalis’s. Whether it’s a haunting ballad, cooking train song or good ol’ stomping blues Unken Brew will get your feet wiggling.
Half Empty is the acoustic act of the Capital District band "Big Empty". Playing primarily 90s-2000s rock and alternative while throwing in a few pop and country hits for good measure.
Black Tongue Reverend is an original Sludgy Psychedelic Stoner/Rock/Blues Trio from the Capital Region of New York formed in 2021-2022.
Four Dead Kings is a four-piece original rock band that debuted in 2024, blending classic and grunge rock with a modern, high-energy twist.
Join us as we kick off Spring, and St Patty’s weekend, with some funky music! Joe Bodden and a revolving cast of upstate NYs best musicians playing a wide variety of classic rock tunes in a style all their own.
“I never know how to describe myself that doesn’t sound like I’m giving away too much information to someone who wants to steal my identity. I produce sounds by vibrating strings and vocal chords, some people enjoy it” -Jeff Becker
Singing harmonies, playing guitars, and adding the occasional harmonica, drums, and bass! Keeping the playlist eclectic, folky, rocky, and little bit country.
A Valentine’s Day for those who prefer distortion and power chords over poetry and candlelight. Metal Night is back! Join us on Valentine’s Day for the return of our loudest night of the year featuring DJs Leon and Ian, a flash tattoo pop-up by Last Nerve Tattoo, and an apparel pop-up by Prey For Us clothing.
Metal Night Cask: Brown Ale w/chocolate and habaneros (available at 6pm).
Check out the first two flash sheets (more to come)! Cash or venmo please.
Monkey and the Crowbar plays Americana music throughout the Mohawk Valley and Capital Region. Their playlist includes originals and favorites from The Grateful Dead, Bob Dylan, John Prine, The Band, and many more.
Fronted by Todd Herringshaw (guitar, vocals), band members Tree Casullo (percussion, vocals), Sharon Charles (upright bass) and Joe Sinchak (mandolin, fiddle, vocals) give an acoustic spin to tunes we all know and love. Their lively show entertains music lovers of all ages, all young at heart for sure.
The Alec Lewis Group is formed and fronted by local sound engineer, producer and musician, Alec Lewis and features his own original songs and compositions. Hailing from Albany, NY, The ALG sports a fresh mix of contemporary funk influences from Cory Wong to Kruangbin, fused with guitar-driven classic rock and blues elements drawn from the likes of Dire Straits and David Gilmour, all topped with a modern pop sensibility and vocal stylings that firmly root the group and its sonic blueprint in our modern musical DNA.
Tops of Trees joins us for our annual Ugly Sweater Party!
An original Rock & Soul ensemble hailing from upstate New York quickly making a name for themselves in the Capital Region. With a sound built upon a strong foundation of drum and bass, classic organ, blistering vocals, and an unshakeable horn section, the band continues to thrill audiences with high energy performances and a modern interpretation of soulful music steeped in early R&B, funk and soul.
Releasing their debut EP The Tree House Sessions in 2023, Tops of Trees hit the airwaves with WEXT, WEQX, and Unsigned 518, resonating deeply with listeners on WEXT’s local songs of the year, also earning them consecutive Capital Region Thomas Edison Award nominations (The Eddie’s) for “Jam Band of the Year”.
Since then, the band has continued to climb, opening for Blues Traveler, Joan Osborne and Ben Folds, while also being featured on WMHT’s PBS show AHA!. Tops of Trees has showcased their electrifying performances at venues like Cohoes Music Hall, Putnam Place, Jive Hive Live, and Saratoga Springs New Year’s Eve Festival. Along the way, they’ve shared the stage with the Robert Randolph Band, Sqwerv, Suke Cerulo Band, and The Pat Mcgee Band.
Our annual holiday party returns on Saturday, December 20! Wear your ugliest holiday sweater and join us for an evening of festive celebration featuring live music by Tops of Trees (6pm), food from Two For The Road, and desserts by Sweet Dee’s Pâtisserie.
Char Reilly is a singer, songwriter, & guitarist who has grown up right here in the Capital Region music scene, performing original songs and unique covers ranging from Brandi Carlile to Gnarls Barkley. Based out of Schenectady, you can find Char at a number of local breweries, restaurants, & venues, strumming their yellow Tele & and filling these spaces with live music.
Joe Bodden and a revolving cast of upstate NY’s best musicians playing a wide variety of classic rock tunes in a style all their own. Fun, funky, creative, and eclectic!
The music of Warren Sieme, guitarist, singer, songwriter, participates in and contributes to the tradition of popular American contemporary folk. His music resonates with the unmistakable vibe of the seventies singer/songwriter genre, a fusion of contemporary folk and popular music. His vocal and musical style share the soothing and understated dynamics of popular artists like James Taylor, and project a warmth and sensitivity embraced by both baby boomers and millennials. He shares personal insights and observations in songs that resonate with audiences everywhere.
Kilashandra is a Contemporary Celtic Influenced jam band with Mark Emanation, Chris Gil, Eileen Markland and Tom Dolan.
The Unken Brew Bluegrass Trio is “visually exciting to watch,” writes Bill Healy of Adirondack Bluegrass League. In 2024 Bruce Thompson and David Leiberman took their casual jamming to the next level and formed Unken Brew. With the addition of Sam Katz in early 2025, this trio has become an exciting group that blends bluegrass, blues and Americana, featuring songs from some of the world's greatest songwriters as well as their own original tunes. They’ve independently performed with Greensky Bluegrass, the Hackensaw Boys, Shakey Graves, Andy Statman, and even one of the Marsalis’s. Whether it’s a haunting ballad, cooking train song or good ol’ stomping blues Unken Brew will get your feet wiggling.
Live music with our good friend Steve Oill.
The Retrobilleze music style is a unique blend of rockabilly, Americana, and classic country, with a dash of punk influence. His sound is often described as a mix of Sha Na Na, Johnny Cash, and Elvis, with lyrics that explore themes of nostalgia, cars, and everyday life.
As the frontman of Kevin Wayne and the Retrobilleze band features upbeat, energetic rhythms and catchy melodies, with a strong emphasis on storytelling through his lyrics. Think retro vibes, beachy tunes, and a whole lot of rockabilly swagger!
The Trojan Horns Brass Band is a dynamic brass band originally from Upstate New York that infuses soul, funk, pop, jazz, and a sprinkle of that irresistible New Orleans groove into every note they play.
From impromptu street performances to packed out venues, the Trojan Horns Brass Band brings the city's spirit to life. With each breath, buzz, and beat, they pay homage to New Orleans' musical heritage while infusing their performances with a contemporary edge that keeps audiences coming back. Formed from a musical passion and a desire to bring joy to audiences, the horns are on a mission to ignite stages with their fiery performances and leave listeners captivated with their infectious rhythms and melodies. You can find them lighting up popular venues, jazz festivals, or community events, delivering an unforgettable experience that will have you tapping your feet, nodding your head, and dancing the night away.
Embe Esti is a Capitol-Region intercontinental fusion band that incorporates Afrobeat, North African, and Romani traditions into their soulful dance music.