Mona and I sat at Music Haven, in the heart of Schenectady's Central Park for a chat about this summer's season. Some really great shows are coming!

Sam Torres has been living along the Hudson River for quite some time. As a musician, and composer, it was inevitable that he'd end up inspired by his time near the river. His latest full work is a masterpiece inspired by the Hudson River, a river that has inspired so many.

John Craigie's 10th album is out. The album, "I Swam Here," is Craigie's 10th studio release and was recorded across sessions in New Orleans and Oregon, blending Gulf Coast influences with his Pacific Northwest roots.Check out this live performance of his new single, "Edna Strange."https://youtu.be/UnSBDUu6qvc?si=ralikQLvIHyL-xo9

Marty Wendell has gathered a fabulous line up of Americana music at Lark Hall on June 20th with the Insolent Willies and the Bluebillies. Plus, Kyla Silk will perform an opening set earlier in the evening at the Eleven.

Jyoti Mukharji and Auyon Mukharji discuss food, family, music, and their cookbook Heartland Masala.

The 2026 Caroga Lake Music Festival is shaping up to be one of the best yet.

2026 is the year of Keegan James! His new song and video, "Sea Level" is out on May 9. He's playing the Local 518 Stage at Tulip Fest that day. Then on May 22, catch him at the next Indie Whims, too.

Taina Asili's Fever Pitch is to be part of the inaugural Mohawk Hudson Earth Fest, April 25 at Music Haven in Schenectady’s Central Park.

Tom Rush returns to Caffe Lena for two shows on April 26.

Erica Rose, Ky McClinton & Curious Comet to play the next Indie Whims, April 24 at Septembers Too.