On April Fool's Day, we gather to SAL-EBRATE what would have been our dear friend's 40th birthday. Hosted by the band he loved to hate the most: AMG, we'll remember our buddy the way he would have wanted to be remembered-- through music, laughter, and gregarious amounts of ball busting. Various musical performances and memorials to take place throughout the evening. Open to all friends and family of Sal, of whom there are so so many.

Harry Katz and the Pistachios combine a uniquely raspy voice with raw and powerful rocknroll. Harry straddles the line between blues and retrorock compositions, & modern day relevance.

Hudson Valley-based, rising star Dylan Doyle has been performing nationally and internationally. His style of music lies somewhere between roots rock and jam funk. It evokes Woodstock and dips into southern soul; a uniquely American sound.

Rising artist John Newhall has had a successful start to his music career so far. In November 2023, he started getting serious about pursuing his dream in music and began releasing a string of singles. After thousands of streams, plenty of shows and a real bit of local traction, Newhall realized he wasn’t content. Even though he was finding success, he was doing it alone.

NO RESERVATIONS NEEDED // Full dinner menu from 7-9pm. Bar food menu 9-11pm.

The name Cuboricua was inspired by the music of Cuba and Puerto Rico. Cuboricua identifies with the rhythms and melodies of the Caribbean; Salsa, Son, Rumba, Bomba, Plena, as well as Merengue.

Standing room only / Dinner service available in the Falcon underground. $20 cover charge.

Ft. Richie Goods (bass), Chien Chien Lu (vibes), Matt Wong (keyboards), Russell Gelman (guitar), Ele Howell (drums)

Music is the fulfillment of Richie’s destiny – it’s in his DNA. The youngest person ever inducted into the Pittsburgh Jazz Hall of Fame, bassist Richie Goods got an early start playing in church and clubs while still attending Pittsburgh Creative and Performing Arts High School. After graduating from the prestigious jazz program at Berklee College of Music, Richie moved to New York City, where he studied under jazz legends Ron Carter and Ray Brown.

Lost Leaders is a rock & roll collaboration featuring Byron Isaacs of The Lumineers (bass/vocals), Peter Cole (gtr, vocals), Will Bryant (keys/vocals) & Randy Schrager (drums).

Ft. Nels Cline (guitar), Ingrid Laubrock (saxophone), Chris Lightcap (bass), Tom Rainey (drums)

To be sure, the guitarist and composer Nels Cline has range. Think of how he elevates the songs of Jeff Tweedy as a member of Wilco, or the diverse musical terrain he’s traversed on his albums for Blue Note Records over the past decade — from the gorgeous, sweeping mood music of Lovers to the wide-open sonic audacity of Share the Wealth, the latter featuring his longtime group the Nels Cline Singers. Now comes Consentrik Quartet, the eponymous debut showcasing a newer band. By turns swinging, grooving, bracing, mesmeric and quietly stunning, Consentrik Quartet spotlights the ensemble’s profound chemistry as well as Cline’s versatility as both a player and a writer in a focused context where his gifts can be appreciated with absolute clarity.

Ft. Zohar Cabo (keyboards), Ben Mizrach (sax), Nate Allen (bass), Adam Cabo (drums)

Brothers Zohar & Adam Cabo are fast becoming one of the most talked about new acts in jazz. With Zohar on keyboards and Adam on drums, these rising young stars bring a lifetime of musical experiences and influences to bear on their eclectic, genre-bending duo performances.

NO RESERVATIONS NEEDED // Full dinner menu from 7-9pm. Bar menu 9-11pm.

Ft. Scott Sharrard (Guitar, Vox), Kyle Kohler (B3 Organ), Craig Dreyer (Sax, Keys, Vox), Tony Leone (Drums, Vox)

“Eldorado Slim” is a a six-piece ensemble exploring early 1970s soul-jazz, Roots Rock, Acid Funk and Space Spirituals. Featuring members of Little Feat, The Gregg Allman Band, Phil Lesh and Friends, and Dispatch.

Twice GRAMMY-nominated singer/songwriter Becca Stevens has forged a unique career, blending pop, jazz, indie-rock, folk, and world music with her classical and Appalachian roots. Known for her versatile vocals and mastery of multiple string instruments, Stevens’ work transcends genres through intricate rhythms and harmonies.

Dubbed by Rolling Stone as "a genre unto herself," Brooklyn, NY-based Kaki King has proven to be just that. Her career has taken her all over the world, sharing stages with Dave Grohl of Foo Fighters, contributing music to award-winning films (Sean Penn's Into The Wild), and performing at the Kennedy Center, the London Jazz Festival, and the Paris Les Femmes s'en Melent. Her explorations into the guitar and multimedia have led to the creation of groundbreaking work such as The Neck Is A Bridge To The Body, Modern Yesterdays, SEI, and her newest show for audiences of all ages, BUGS. Kaki continues to create, perform, and lend her musical voice to the forefront of contemporary music.

Chris O'Leary and his blues ensemble hail from the Hudson Valley of New York, but there's more than a trace of New Orleans in his music. O'Leary, who sings and plays harp and mandolin, and his band has a laid-back sound, but their solid groove, tight playing and O'Leary's superlative songwriting make them a powerful unit.

Rich Pagano is a New York City/Hudson Valley based drummer, singer-songwriter, music producer, mix engineer, touring musician, activist and educator. His recording/mixing, producing and stage credits include, Patti Smith, Rosanne Cash, Robbie Robertson, Ray Davies, Willie Nile, Elvis Costello, Joan Osborne, Levon Helm, Roger Waters, Ian Hunter, Marshall Crenshaw, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel soundtrack and premiere Beatles band, The Fab Faux. Rich creates colors out of his Hudson Valley recording studio, VlyLand Recordings.

NO RESERVATIONS NEEDED // Full dinner menu from 7-9pm. Bar menu 9-11pm.

Shakedown Citi are seasoned, full-time musicians / singer-storytellers / Grateful Dead nerds from New York City with a deep love and passion for the Dead and all affiliated catalogues. Dream set lists, high-energy vibes, amazing jams and improvisation while channeling the spirit and energy of the Dead without trying to copy them.

The Underground Blues Jam is where raw energy and deep grooves collide! Every third Wednesday of the month, blues musicians of all kinds gather for a night of electrifying, soul-stirring music. Signups start at 6pm, and the jam ignites at 7pm with a killer house band setting the tone.

Whether you’re a seasoned player or just looking to dive into the blues scene, you’ll get 2-3 songs to shine—either with your own ensemble, a handpicked group, or alongside the house band. We’ve got the gear covered: drums, bass amp, guitar amps, an upright piano, and a full PA. Just bring your instrument, your passion, and your best blues licks. All blues musicians and instruments are welcome.

C Lanzbom and Matt Turk have  joined forces to form Deadgrass, a string band adventure through Jerry Garcia’s musical world. Bassist Dave Richards, banjo player Boo Reinersand fiddler Kensuke Shoji complete this fine group of seasoned pros exploring the life works of Jerry Garcia on the instruments that first inspired him. Deadgrass celebrates and interprets the music of Jerry Garcia, drawing from Old & in the Way, JGB, Jerry’s Jug Band days and the Grateful Dead.

Cyro Baptista is a Brazilian born percussionist and composer whose vast talent and penchant for innovation brought him to be praised as one of the most respected musicians in the world.

Durham County Poets are a band in the truest sense of the word. Kevin Harvey, Carl Rufh, Rob Couture & Rob MacDonald write the kind of material that brings music to the ears! Seamlessly blending Blues, Soul, Folk, R&B, and Gospel, Durham County Poets have earned numerous accolades, including multiple Maple Blues Award nominations, a Canadian Folk Music Award nomination, and recognition for Male Vocalist of the Year. Their 2019 album, Hand Me Down Blues, received a Juno Award nomination for Blues Album of the Year. Their 2022 release, Out of the Woods, gained widespread acclaim, making its way onto top 40, top 20, and top 10 best album of the year lists.

NO RESERVATIONS NEEDED // Full dinner menu from 7-9pm. Bar menu 9-11pm.

Join us for a Matinee Show with the world's zaniest - eighteen-piece - big band returns to re-form the music of Zappa, Pink Floyd, Yes, King Crimson, Miles Davis, Wayne Shorter...with comic diversions, because they can't help it!

The world's zaniest - eighteen-piece - big band returns to re-form the music of Zappa, Pink Floyd, Yes, King Crimson, Miles Davis, Wayne Shorter...with comic diversions, because they can't help it!

Ft. Camille Thurman (sax/vocals), Darrell Green (drums), Wallace Roney Jr (trumpet), Lonnie Plaxico (bass), David Bryant (piano).

“Imagine if Sarah Vaughan played saxophone like Dexter Gordon. That’s approximately the effect when singer and tenor saxophonist Camille Thurman performs”—Downbeat Magazine

Esteemed saxophonist, vocalist, and unique interpreter of the jazz tradition, Camille Thurman is quickly becoming one of the leading standard bearers of the art form. Camille is known for her distinct musical approach to classic and original repertoire that highlights her powerhouse ability as both a virtuosic saxophonist and vocalist.

Hall of Fame musician David Sancious has performed with Peter Gabriel, Sting, Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band, Eric Clapton, Aretha Franklin, Santana, Erikah Badu and Jeff Beck among many others.

World renowned drummer Will Calhoun is best known for his work in Living Colour. He has also played with B.B. King, Mick Jagger, Jaco Pastorious, Jack Dejohnette, Herb Alpert and many others.

"Soulful music, which calls to mind J.J. Cale & Van Morrison." Wall St. Journal

Jonah Smith is a critically acclaimed American artist. He has released several records and has performed around the world at places like Bonnaroo, BAM Festival in Barcelona, The Bowery Ballroom in NYC, Ronnie Scotts in London, SXSW, and countless others. He was a semi-finalist on America’s Got Talent, where he received a standing ovation from Howard Stern. He went on to perform four times on national television from Radio City Music Hall wowing the judges and audiences with his big soulful voice and considerable keyboard chops. In 2022, Bonnie Raitt released a recording of Jonah’s song, “When We Say Goodnight” on her grammy-nominated album “Just Like That”.

Richard Barone of the Bongos and Glenn Mercer of the Feelies join forces for a rare duo performance of a curated set of music from the progressively glam universe of the mid-1970s — a particularly fertile period of rock experimentation. Barone and Mercer will explore songs from historic albums by David Bowie, Brian Eno, Roxy Music, Lou Reed, Iggy Pop, T.Rex and others that inspired their own future work. They will be joined by Feelies percussionist Dave Weckerman, bassist Bob Torsello (Slambovian Circus of Dreams), and special guests

NO RESERVATIONS NEEDED // Full dinner menu from 7-9pm. Bar menu 9-11pm.

Formed with members of the renowned “Brothers of the Road Band”, Muscle Shoals carries on the storied “Celebration of the music of The Allman Brothers Band and Friends”.  With their collective experience as musicians, the members of Muscle Shoals now make up one of the premiere tributes to this historic band, performing songs of The Allman Brothers and others who they shared the stage with over their hallowed run.

The New Paltz Big Band is a group dedicated to playing jazz big band music from years past and the years to come. The band is made up of members of the SUNY New Paltz student body and community forming in the fall of 2024.

The name Cuboricua was inspired by the music of Cuba and Puerto Rico. Cuboricua identifies with the rhythms and melodies of the Caribbean; Salsa, Son, Rumba, Bomba, Plena, as well as Merengue.

Standing room only / Dinner service available in the Falcon underground. $20 cover charge.

LOTUS “Spirit of Santana” is a 7 piece band lead by Spanish guitarist Dan Garcia and comprised of stellar New York City veteran musicians, together recreating the authentic and inspiring music of the great Carlos Santana.

Santana has been rocking the world since the 60’s, bringing together the most diverse audience to enjoy an authentic blend of rock, funk, latin and pop.

As Carlos Santana says himself: “Music has the power to bring light in to darkness.” LOTUS has the power to bring the music of SANTANA to light, with soulful and profound guitar solos, phenomenal vocalists and stunning rhythm section. The brilliant collaboration of this band is a spellbinding experience; a must see!

Ft. Cindy Cashdollar (slide guitar), Jack Petruzzelli (guitar), Jeff Hill (bass) Jay Collins (sax), Peter Yarin (piano)

Cindy Cashdollar and Jack Petruzzelli present Two Many Guitars highlighting music from the past 100 years. They will create a musical timeline through traditional American and European styles; songs from the mountains to the American songbook.

Cindy and Jack are well known through their work with Bob Dylan, Patti Smith, Asleep at The Wheel, Joan Osborne and many more. They have enjoyed performing and recording together, and have created this program to play music that has greatly influenced them.

An evening of Star Wars music, Live at The Millenium Falcon.

AJO brings together the seasoned veterans of the West Point Jazz Knights, the Count Basie Big Band, the Arturo O'Farrill Latin Jazz Orchestra, and the Artie Shaw Orchestra, among others.

Ft. Gil Gutiérrez (guitar), Robert Stern (violin), David Rodriguez (Bass)

A virtuoso with the nylon string guitar since age 14, Gutiérrez is known throughout the industry as one of Mexico's finest musicians with an unimaginable artistry in merging classical, jazz, flamenco, and son Cubano. Gutiérrez is revered among his fellow musicians and has established an avid following throughout Latin America, South America, and Spain developing collaborations with superstars Ana Gabriel, Francisco Céspedes, Arturo Sandoval and many others.

Ft. Patrick Zimmerli (soprano sax), David Cook (piano), Chris Tordini (bass), Satoshi Takeishi (drums)

Since winning the inaugural Thelonious Monk Composers Competition in 1993, Zimmerli has written, recorded and performed with leading lights in the classical and jazz worlds, among them the Lincoln Trio, Chris Potter, Kent Tritle, Scott Yoo, Aaron Diehl, Samara Joy, Ethan Iverson, Luciana Souza, the Knights Orchestra, and the Ying String Quartet. His music has been performed at Carnegie Hall, Town Hall and the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York, Ravinia in Chicago, Wigmore Hall in London, Salle Pleyel and the Cathedral des Invalides in Paris, Sala São Paolo in Brazil, the Vienna Konzerthaus Grosser Saal, and SF Jazz Center, among many other venues.

NYC SKA ORCHESTRA is a 20-piece big band that creates and performs lush original compositions and arrangements of songs from the rich, historic, and culturally-iconic Jamaican music styles of ska, mento, rock steady, reggae, and jazz of the 1950s, 60s and 70s. They blend the exuberant musical layers of the jazz big band era, soul and R&B, with Jamaican roots music; effortlessly flowing into a unique, accessible, joyous and danceable sound that audiences love.

The Carrie Zazz Band brings to the stage four seasoned musicians who have their roots in various segments of the music industry. From tours with National and international acts, TV and movie sound, to studio work with well known artists, this convergence of musical talent explodes on stage covering multiple genres of music from the 1960’s to 1980’s.  While the Band is best known for their four part harmonies and tribute to classic rock and country, they have recently been in the studio recording original music and, due to popular demand, some of these tunes have made their way into the show and have been aired on local radio stations.   For the past two years The Carrie Zazz Band has been awarded the prestigious “Best” award by Hudson Valley Magazine, in the categories of “Best Cover Band” and ‘Best Local Band” and have been highlighted in the Amazon best-seller, Music of the Hudson Valley, Part One.

NO RESERVATIONS NEEDED // Full dinner menu from 7-9pm. Bar menu 9-11pm.

Ft. James Francies (Piano), Matt Brewer (Bass), Jeremy Dutton (Drums), w/s/g Chris Potter (Saxophone)

Plenty of young musicians show promise, but very few enjoy the sort of meteoric rise that pianist, keyboardist and composer James Francies is currently experiencing. At 28, he’s played with jazz headliners like Pat Metheny, Chris Potter, Jeff “Tain” Watts, Stefon Harris, Eric Harland, and Terrace Martin, and racked up equally impressive credits in hip-hop and R&B: from shows  with Ms. Lauryn Hill, José James, Common, and NAS, to studio time for Chance the Rapper’s Grammy-winning hit “No Problem”, Mark Ronson , Childish Gambino,  YEBBA, Drake, and Kodak Black,  to appearances with The Roots on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon alongside his mentor and friend Questlove.

Jungle Love, voted 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 Best of the Hudson Valley, is not just a band, they are an experience. Jungle Love is made up of 6 lifelong musicians, one of which played with the likes of Aretha Franklin, Ben E. King and Anita Baker, just to name a few. Jungle Love will take you on a musical journey through the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s, performing the best of Classic Soul, Classic R&B, Motown, Disco and Funk all while putting their own dynamic spin on it. This band is a guaranteed great time. You won’t want the show to end, and that’s a promise.

NO RESERVATIONS NEEDED // Full dinner menu from 7-9pm. Bar menu 9-11pm.

"She’s as good as it gets. She has a quality that really transcends time and fashion." – Chris Scruggs

Carper’s deep, old-timey music roots were firmly planted as a child, playing upright bass and singing in her family’s traveling country band in rural Nebraska. Her love of country classics was cultivated as she laid beneath the console listening to her parents’ record collection. Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, Ray Charles, Elvis Presley, and more became the soundtrack of her youth.

In addition to recording and touring the world with John Mayall since 2018, Carolyn has recently signed to Alligator Records and has been on the top of the Blues, Americana, and Alt Country charts, gathering critical acclaim for her Dave Alvin produced “Tempting Fate” album, released October 2021! Carolyn has 2 nominations in The Blues Foundation’s 43rd Blues Music Awards, Contemporary Blues Female Artist, and Song of the Year - “Fragile Peace and Certain War”!!!

The name Cuboricua was inspired by the music of Cuba and Puerto Rico. Cuboricua identifies with the rhythms and melodies of the Caribbean; Salsa, Son, Rumba, Bomba, Plena, as well as Merengue.

Standing room only / Dinner service available in the Falcon underground. $20 cover charge

Ft. Bobby Harden (vox), Danny Louis (keys), Stew Cutler (Guitar), Jeff Hill (Bass), Rich Pagano (Drums).

Performing globally as a solo artist and also as lead singer with the Original Blues Brothers Band that features legendary artists Steve Cropper and ‘Blue Lou’ Marini, Bobby Harden is a classic example of  “A true Soul Man.” He has also shared the stage with Eddie Floyd, Lionel Richie, Howard Tate, Benny King and performed at President Barack Obama’s inauguration party. A master of pop song interpretation, Bobby brings his performance of inspired covers and original music back to The Falcon.

Jamie McLean Band creates a musical gumbo that incorporates New Orleans soul, middle Americana roots, Delta blues and New York City swagger.

”McLean and company ooze drops of southern  roots rock, blues, R&B, funk and soul out of every note... the rock & roll swagger of the Rolling Stones combined with the songwriting prowess of Tom Petty.”- Jambase 

The Brighton Beat is a unique and engaging spectacle, whose influences range from Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti, to modern cutting-edge NYC Jazz with a heavy helping of classic New Orleans brass band Funk. Performing up and down the East coast since 2010, the band has developed a style of performance that is incredibly uplifting and infectiously danceable - a trademark of The Brighton Beat sound.

Join us for a Matinee Show with the world's zaniest - eighteen-piece - big band returns to re-form the music of Zappa, Pink Floyd, Yes, King Crimson, Miles Davis, Wayne Shorter...with comic diversions, because they can't help it!

The world's zaniest - eighteen-piece - big band returns to re-form the music of Zappa, Pink Floyd, Yes, King Crimson, Miles Davis, Wayne Shorter...with comic diversions, because they can't help it!

“While the band have done a sterling job promoting interest in Klezmer and Yiddish music, you can’t overlook what they’re adored for — catchy, pulse-quickening party tunes and heart-warming melodies — just try to watch them and not a) weep or b) stop yourself dancing.” - The Jewish Chronicle

“Miller’s playing and writing puts her in a milieu with players such as Bill Frisell and Julian Lage, guitarists who seem to effortlessly express themselves across the fretboard as if completely unimpeded by limitations. What sets her apart is her exuberance and contagious joy, which is immediately evident and impossible to ignore when watching her play.” — Fretboard Journal, Nick Millevoi

Depending on the day of the week, Improvement Movement might be described as a loose amalgamation of Atlanta songsmiths, a hostile corporate takeover of your dad's favorite band, or a generous waste of time.

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Ft. Manuel Valera (keys), Janek Gwizdala (bass), Steve Smith (drums).
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Journey drummer Steve Smith, named one of the “Top 50 Drummers of All Time!" by Modern Drummer Magazine has been touring and recording with his all-star group Vital Information since 1983. Steve Smith and Vital Information celebrate the occasion with a newly recorded double CD release entitled TIME FLIES.

Ft. Jean-Michel Pilc (piano), François Moutin (bass), Ari Hoenig (drums)

“One of the astounding jazz piano trios of the past decade.”
 - Don Williamson, Jazz Review

Known for their extraordinary synergy and fearless improvisational approach, the trio combines technical mastery with boundless creativity. Their music, rooted in the jazz tradition, often transcends boundaries, weaving complex rhythms, dynamic interplay, and emotionally charged melodies. Each member is a celebrated artist in their own right, contributing unique voices that merge into an electrifying and unpredictable collective sound. Together, they have captivated audiences worldwide with performances that are as intellectually stimulating as they are viscerally moving.