Capital Region Thomas Edison Music Awards & Capital Records Live

03/21/2025

Congrats to 2025 Live Production Crew of the Year nominee Elliott Brassard for his nom this year! Join him and the rest of our nominees at the Eddies Awards on the MainStage at Proctors Sunday, April 27 🔗 atproctors.org

03/20/2025

Blending hard rock and punk into a sound all their own, The Clay People built a massive following in the '90s and skyrocketed to fame with their self-titled album. Now, they're making history as they join the Eddies Hall of Fame on March 24 at Universal Preservation Hall!> bit.ly/EddiesHOF2025.

Rock-punk band first of its kind to join The Eddies HOF ALBANY—Amassing a huge following in the ’90s and launching into stardom with their self-titled album, The Clay People pushed boundaries and blended genres to achieve their distinguishable sound. The American hard-rock punk band now joins th...

03/19/2025

We love the vibes that 2025 Presenter/Promoter of the Year nominees Caffe Lena bring to the table ☀️ Social media can be a powerful tool for connection, creativity, and inspiration—but only if we use it mindfully! Let’s make social media a place for encouragement, creativity, and real connection.
Photo by Davis Latta

03/19/2025

Have you had a chance to listen to 2025 Metal/Hard Rock Artist of the Year nominee Joe Mansman and The Midnight Revival Band? Check out this throwback to a concert they had in Florida a year ago and dream of warmer weather ☀️

Joe Mansman and The Midnight Revival Band @ Conduit Orlando FL 3/12/23

03/19/2025

The Clay People have been a force in the American Hard Rock Metal Punk scene for over two decades. Rooted in early heavy rock and punk, they push boundaries to craft their unique and distinguishable sound. They’ve shared stages with Disturbed, Stained, Clutch and more.

Celebrate their legacy at the 2025 Eddies Hall of Fame Monday, March 24 at Universal Preservation Hall! >> bit.ly/EddiesHOF2025.

03/18/2025

Albany icon The Sharks are making waves in the Hall of Fame! With 7 albums, national buzz from Billboard and unforgettable performances (like Lark Fest at its peak), their legacy is sealed.

Celebrate their Eddies Hall of Fame induction on March 24 at Universal Preservation Hall >> bit.ly/EddiesHOF2025.

Albany ’80s icons The Sharks part of seventh HOF class ALBANY— With seven albums, national attention with a Billboard review, and countless performances, The Sharks have created a timeless legacy in the Capital Region music scene. They played Lark Street Festival at its height – with an iconic...

03/17/2025

Do you have your tickets yet? Get them while you can, because the Eddies Hall of Fame ceremony is only ONE WEEK away! Join us at Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs as we induct Charlene Shortsleeve, The Sharks, and more 🎶 6 p.m. Monday, March 24. Tickets are limited 🔗atuph.org

03/14/2025

So, 2025 Punk/Hardcore Artist of the Year nominee Girth Control may not be able to be at the ceremony in person, but don't miss your chance to see them at Pioneer Valley Ska Fest in Pittsfield, MA in July!

03/14/2025

Queen of Clubs Charlene Shortsleeve is Hall of Fame bound! From hosting legends like 10,000 Maniacs and Sonic Youth at 288 Lark and QE2 to shaping Albany's music scene, her impact is undeniable.

Catch her induction into the Eddies Hall of Fame on March 24 at Universal Preservation Hall! > bit.ly/EddiesHOF2025

Charlene Shortsleeve serves up a legacy through artistry and music ALBANY—Known as the Queen of Clubs, Charlene Shortsleeve has been an instrumental figure in the art and music community for decades. As creative director of 288 Lark and founder of QE2 nightclub (now known as the FuzeBox), she host...

03/13/2025

The Sharks exploded onto Albany's vibrant music scene in 1981, instantly setting themselves apart with a powerhouse 7-piece lineup—complete with a blazing three-piece horn section and a high-energy rock and pop vibe.

They join the 2025 Eddies Hall of Fame in just over a week on March 24 at Universal Preservation Hall! >> bit.ly/EddiesHOF2025

03/13/2025

In a few weeks, don't miss 2025 Metal/Hard Rock Artist of the Year nominee Black Tongue Reverend at Empire Underground, Wednesday, March 19. Then, get your tickets to the Eddies Awards on April 27 to see who wins the category 🔗 atproctors.org

03/11/2025

Take a look at a photo by Elissa Ebersold, 2025 Music Photographer of the Year nominee, for Metroland, 2025 Arts Publication of the Year nominee. Then, get your tickets to the 2025 Eddies Awards, April 27 🔗 atproctors.org

03/10/2025

Only two weeks until the Eddies Music Hall of Fame in the Great Hall at Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs. Join us as we celebrate inductees Stony Creek Band, The Clay People, Emerald City and more! 🎶 6 p.m. Monday, March 24 in Saratoga Springs 🔗 tickets still available atuph.org

03/08/2025

Listen to 2025 Eddies Awards Record Label of the Year nominee Cacophone Records when they tell you the BEST way to support local music!

Did you know that 15,000 streams = 1 vinyl record sold?!?!
With the dismal payout to artists via Spotify and other streaming platforms, the best ways you can help support your favorite artists are buying tickets, merch and vinyl. Spotify pays around $0.003 per stream, meaning your purchase of a vinyl record is exponentially more helpful to artists and labels. Buying at the merch booth and supporting your favorite artists, indie shops, and labels keeps the music going.

03/06/2025

The beloved Emerald City Band will be inducted into the 2025 Eddies Hall of Fame on March 24 at Universal Preservation Hall! Come celebrate their long journey in the 518 music scene >> bit.ly/EddiesHOF2025

Beloved band left a lasting impact on music scene TROY—In the ‘70s, the Emerald City Band was the highlight of nightlife in Troy. Known for their eclectic blend of rock, pop, and soulful grooves, the band earned a reputation for electrifying performances that captivated audiences through the ‘...

03/05/2025

Did you take a look 👀 at 2025 Metal/Hard Rock Artist of the Year nominee Gozer's new t-shirts? 🤘🎶

03/05/2025

We're thrilled to announce the lineup of performers for the 2025 Eddies Hall of Fame! Don't miss the musical tributes from Erin Harkes, Garland Nelson and friends, The Millstone Rounders and The Switch on Monday, March 24 at Universal Preservation Hall!

Don't miss this incredible evening > bit.ly/EddiesHOF2025.

03/04/2025

We're celebrating 25 years of SIRSY! Are you? 🎉

Get your seats for the 2025 Eddies Hall of Fame ceremony Monday, March 24 at Universal Preservation Hall! >> bit.ly/EddiesHOF2025

Upstate duo remarks on outstanding career ALBANY—From auditioning for the same band to creating their own and finding love, SIRSY’s Melanie Krahmer and Rich Libutti have always been harmonized perfectly. A gem of the upstate music scene, they have been playing together for 25 years. They have pe...