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Rock and roll doesn’t get any better than Van Morrison. Van the Man has done it all, from classic rockers like Brown Eyed Girl and Domino to legendary tunes like Tupelo Honey and Into The Mystic, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer has never failed to impress music lovers around the globe.<br/><br/>Moondance is the ultimate Van Morrison Tribute Concert. This incredible show captures the Van Morrison concert experience like no other. You’ll hear classic tunes; Brown Eyed Girl, Moondance, Domino, It Stoned Me, Tupelo Honey, Wild Night, Into The Mystic, Caravan – just to name a few. The show is packed with one VM classic after the next.<br/><br/>COVID Policy<br/>The Linda requires all patrons, staff, and artists to show proof of vaccination against Covid-19 with ID. In addition all guests patrons and artists must wear facemasks regardless of vaccination status. Facemasks may be removed while eating, drinking or performing.<br/><br/>Tickets purchased for the original April 4th or September 10 dates will be honored for the new date. If you cannot attend the new date you can get a full refund through the email that included your tickets from Eventbrite.

The Dirty Grass Players, a four-piece new-grass band from Baltimore, is known for having one toe-tappin’ foot in traditional bluegrass while pushing boundaries with their blazing musicianship. Composed of Connor Murray on bass, Alex Berman on vocals & banjo, Ben Kolakowski with the guitar & vocals, and Ryan Rogers on mandolin, they have been bringing their growing fanbase a down and dirty performance for over five years. Their ability to seamlessly transition from down-home bluegrass to spirited improvisation makes each performance unique. Mix in some Allman Brothers, Pink Floyd, or a dash of southern rock and you’ll quickly understand what they mean by “Dirty Grass”.<br/><br/>Kendall Street Company is a jam-alt rock band based out of Charlottesville, Virginia. From late night jam sessions at the University of Virginia to main stages at venues and festivals throughout the country, Kendall Street Company has broken the mold of improvised rock and entered a world of jazz-grass infused psychedelic bliss. The band's musical style embraces mind-altering riffs as well as soulful and jazzy wit, while remaining true to their folksy songwriting roots. With no two shows ever the same, word of mouth has quickly grown a ravenous fanbase eager to hear their favorite studio tracks explored and extended as part of a live community. As seasoned KSC fans can tell you, any one of their songs could easily turn from a fun sing-along to a cacophonous headbanging garage-rock soundscape, before finally resolving into a peaceful ambience.<br/><br/>Caffe Lena has returned to full capacity. In order to ensure everyone's safety we are now requiring proof of vaccination for all attendees.

Dogs in a Pile is the culmination of a love of music born from the deepest American roots of psychedelia, jazz, fusion, funk, traditional, and rock & roll. "The Dogs" began with University of the Arts Philadelphia student and Asbury Park veteran Jimmy Law, along with his long-time friend Joe Babick, a 4-year veteran of the gifted young musician’s program at the nationally renowned Count Basie Theater in Red Bank, NJ. Lightning struck when they were introduced to Berklee School of Music student and bass player Sam Lucid, who immediately suggested fellow Berklee student and multi-instrumentalist Jeremy Kaplan. Their commonality and love for improvisation by way of bands like the Grateful Dead and Phish, as well as a fervent inclination for the study of jazz, fusion and classical music has helped shape the free-flowing style that is the Dogs. Their unique synergy and joy in creating “music as an atmosphere” equates simply to, as the band would say, “spreading good music and good energy to good people.”<br/><br/>Per the artists' request, proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or negative test result within 72 hour is required for entry into this event. Vaccination status may be confirmed via the New York State Excelsior Pass app or print out, or by showing photo identification along with a hard copy or digital copy of your certified CDC Vaccination Card.

Mick Jager, Jim Morrison, Janis Joplin, the Trilogy Tribute. Celebrate a magical journey back to the “60s & 70s” with this live concert adaptation recreating sights, sound, and persona of these three great legends from arguably the best era of Classic Rock Music.<br/><br/>Enjoy the “Sights and Sounds” from this dynamic group of performers as they deliver the hit songs that gave each legend “Hall of Fame” status. Classic Rock Productions cast members headline regularly at the Golden Nugget in Atlantic City and perform at many major festival events throughout the Northeast including Long Island’s “Great Neck Music Festival” and “Oyster Bay’s “Music Under the Stars”. This production has also performed at many Major Theater venues in Mass, NJ, NY, Vermont and at the Capital District’s Proctors, Palace, The Egg.<br/><br/>The Trilogy Tribute performers: Tommy Love (Mick Jagger), Alison Jacobs (Janis Joplin), Gary Weinlein (Jim Morrison).<br/><br/>Musicians: Lou Chitty (keyboards), Jake Konisky (lead guitar), Bobbie Van Detta (bass), Adam Winnie (drums). Also appearing Pat Ginnelly (lead guitar).

ERIE<br/>Indie/pop/punk/rock quartet from Albany, NY. Expanded version of our debut, “Don’t Wanna Live, Don’t Wanna Die” out now on Mint 400 Records.<br/><br/>North by North<br/>Formed in 2012, North by North is the sweat-fueled rock & roll dream of two childhood friends from the south side of Chicago. Their music was forged through years of teen angst, twenty-something alienation and a profound belief that rock music can be genuinely clever and inventive. It’s a sound glued together by melodic hooks, soaring vocals, crushing guitar, bombastic drums and the kind of untethered energy that has won crowds over hundreds of shows and dozens of festivals across three countries.<br/><br/>Haley Moley<br/>In early 2015, house music dj and dance music producer Jennifer Maher Coleman (DJ Jennifer Haley) and indie rocker Paul Coleman (Sinkcharmer, Mount Mole, The Operators) combined their aliases and their musical sensibilities to form Haley Moley. Moody synth and guitar rock over electronic beats ultimately blossomed into a full-on five-piece with the welcome addition of Andrea Kosek (aka DJ Goldeedust, keyboards) Pat Thorpe (of DJ duo Partyhorn, bass guitar) and Mike Broomhead (also of Partyhorn, drums.) With a high concentration of electronic, funk, and disco dj’s on board as well as decades of rock experience steeped in atmospheric, dirty guitars, Haley Moley delivers a complex amalgam echoing these disparate roots.<br/><br/>El Modernist<br/>El Modernist brings an energy to the stage that resonates with fans of all ages. All members come from diverse musical backgrounds and find great joy in blending various influences, creating something entirely their own. Featuring a concoction of acoustic and electronic drums with screaming guitar riffs, every El Modernist show is a party that you do not want to miss.<br/><br/>COVID Policy<br/>The Linda requires all patrons, staff, and artists to show proof of vaccination against Covid-19 with ID. In addition all guests patrons and artists must wear facemasks regardless of vaccination status. Facemasks may be removed while eating, drinking or performing.

Pencildive is a rock band rooted in upstate New York and led by songwriter Gina De Nardo. The sound is both tender and explosive with punchy drums (Zach Hirsch) and gritty guitar interwoven with brooding melodies and live noise experiments. It has been described as indie gloom, punk, and alternative.<br/><br/>Formed in 2012, North by North is the sweat-fueled rock & roll dream of two childhood friends from the south side of Chicago. Their music was forged through years of teen angst, twenty-something alienation and a profound belief that rock music can be genuinely clever and inventive. It’s a sound glued together by melodic hooks, soaring vocals, crushing guitar, bombastic drums and the kind of untethered energy that has won crowds over hundreds of shows and dozens of festivals across three countries.<br/><br/>Canella brings a Latin spice to her indie folk-rock style. With some pop influences, her songwriting is full of intricate melodies that tell stories of existentialism and share intimate thoughts. Born and raised in Colombia, but listening to 70’s and 90’s rock, Canella dove deeper into her solo songwriting career, utilizing her influences from former Albany local band Waitress, and implementing these elements into her more personal sound.<br/><br/>After the loss of her co-writing partner and bandmate, Kyle Robinson (1999-2020), she started writing more music in his honor and memory, to cope with grief and to heal. Today, her music is dedicated to her bandmate and best friend, and it is her driving force to continue to musically journal about everyday life and play music with her dearest friends.

Chestnut Grove is a five-piece rock n roll band from the suburbs of Philadelphia. Their mix of hook-filled retro pop and rock n roll jam brings fresh vibes to a classic familiar sound. The band's full-length studio debut “The Album” offers an eclectic mix of classic American music.<br/><br/>Their latest single, “Golden Age,” is the first track to come from their upcoming LP. Songwriter James Daniels wrote the song to reflect the rapid changes he was seeing in both society and his own life, caught in the middle between the nostalgic simplicity of youth and the new era that awaits.<br/><br/>Chestnut Grove was formed by John Tyler, James Daniels, Sean Murray and Dee Gerhart in 2011 during their senior year of high school. The band’s name was chosen in memory of would-be member and guitar player Matt Barber, who passed away tragically in a car accident in 2011 on Chestnut Grove Road.

Sly & The Family Stone’s “Greatest Hits” is a collection of 12 top charting songs from one of the greatest American bands of all time! Sly Stewart pioneered and developed Funk Music as we know it today and combined Funk, Soul, Rock and Gospel to create a phenomenon in popular music. Sly & The Family Stone was the first major American Rock Band to feature a racially integrated line up of men and women playing side by side. The Listening Party begins at 7pm with a live audio & video presentation by Chuck Vosganian aka “Rochmon”. We’ll listen to Sly & The Family Stone’s “Greatest Hits” on The Linda’s state of the art sound system. A Rochmon Record Club Listening Party is meant to inform and deepen our understanding of the history of the individual performers, the songs and the stories that went into the making this iconic album. By listening together, we hear the album again for the first time.<br/><br/>Rochmon Records Listening Party is the third Thursday of every month at The Linda.<br/><br/>COVID Policy<br/>The Linda requires all patrons, staff, and artists to show proof of vaccination against Covid-19 with ID. In addition all guests patrons and artists must wear facemasks regardless of vaccination status. Facemasks may be removed while eating, drinking or performing.

Sirsy plays a special stripped-down acoustic storyteller set at Caffe Lena! Sirsy is an indie pop-rock duo, from Upstate NY, that's chock full of soul & sass! Singer-songwriter Melanie Krahmer, and her husband & co-writer Rich Libutti travel the country playing more than 250 shows per year nationally. And they do it all with big smiles on their faces. It’s clear they love what they do. And that love is contagious when you see them live. Sirsy's fans have supported them through Mel's 2 bouts with cancer, the pandemic (which was filled with free sirsy live streams), and their 8 records. Their energetic show often includes stories from the road, laughter, and even Rich’s nerdy Star Wars jokes. Come celebrate life with them!<br/><br/>Sirsy’s songs have been featured on the hit tv show Shameless. They’ve warmed stages for Maroon 5, Brandi Carlile, Grace Potter, Cheap Trick, Train, and many more.<br/><br/>Caffe Lena has returned to full capacity. In order to ensure everyone's safety we are now requiring proof of vaccination for all attendees.

More than 30 years after starting his full-fledged music career with The Samples, Sean Kelly continues to delight fans with music that transcends genres, age and shatters the rules of the established music industry. Throughout his career, Sean has been the driving influence of 20 albums and over 1 million records sold.<br/><br/>Sean started playing guitar at age 16 listening to Neil Young, Rolling Stones and Jackson Browne. Those influences mixed with his own poignant and timeless lyrics, a unique and striking voice and a mind for melodies led to songs like Little Silver Ring, Feel Us Shaking and Wild River. For many fans, these aren’t new songs or old songs, but anthems to their lives that represent the first time they met their wife or the joys of their times at college.<br/><br/>The Samples are more than a band – they represent a culture of fans and music that go beyond who happens to be playing in the band at any given time. There have been many members of The Samples, but Sean Kelly has been the consistent factor throughout all of the changes.<br/><br/>Sean’s journeys across America have taken place in rental cars, tour buses and pickup trucks that would have literally taken him to the moon and back over the last quarter of a century.<br/><br/>Rich Ortiz’s style is truly his own and his music is his soul. Ortiz, never a wallflower, believes he is the product of his family’s cultural diversity and strengths. Since the age of seventeen he’s focused all of his talents and time on his acoustic solo act, if you can call it that. Rich plays guitar, harmonica, and peddle bass (with his feet), and he turns heads with his vocals! He has opened shows for Chicago,REO Speedwagon,STYX, Ted Nugent, Ludacris, Hoobastank, Lukas Nelson, KC and the Sunshine Band, Jeffrey Gaines, Ryan Montbleau Band, The Wood Brothers,Robert Randolph and the Family Band, Tea Leaf Green, Zach Deputy, Twiddle, Kracker, Merl Saunders, Melvin Seals, Jim Weider and the Drifters.<br/><br/>Inspired by artists like Jim Croce, James Taylor, The Beatles, Stevie Wonder and Willie Nelson, he says “I feel I have to change every gig around in order to grow as a musician.” He plays six and twelve string acoustic guitar and chooses not to cultivate a target audience. He thinks “ideally the feeling of people who leave the room or listen to your CD should be one of making someone’s day. What comes out of your tongue says a lot about your soul.”<br/><br/>As his passion for life grows stronger, so does the energy in his music. Rich is a truly rare, authentic talent.