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Scotia's Freedom Park Summer Music Schedule

Jennifer Beaudoin — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 15:26:52 +0000

It's that time again! Scotia's very own Freedom Park, located in the heart of Collins Park and Jumping Jacks, kicks off its summer music program on June 19. There are lots of entertainment acts booked until the end of August, so read on to see who will be playing and when. Oh and don't forget, all shows are FREE!

Emmure Singer Frankie Palmeri Electrocuted On Stage In Moscow [VIDEO]

Adams — Wed, 08 May 2013 17:56:48 +0000

When's the last time you saw someone electrocuted while performing on stage? You know, like a singer of fairly decent metal band? I have seen my fair share of shows but never have I seen something like this. Let me start by saying I wasn't at Emmure's show in Moscow the other night but a 'S' ton of people were and of course, video was rolling.

Alice In Chains Vs. Staind, Nutshell Cover [VIDEO+POLL]

Adams — Wed, 01 May 2013 20:46:39 +0000

There are covers, and there are COVERS! Some bands can pull it off and others, not so much. Some covers make you think: 'Man, I think that's better than the original'. Case in point: Shinedown with Simple Man. Ok ok ok, I know you're probably throwing your mouse at your computer in disgust, and that's fine. Skynard made the track and made it well. Shinedown though, yeah, they killed it.

In This Moment at Upstate Concert Hall [VIDEO+POLL+PICS]

Adams — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 23:13:53 +0000

Saturday, oh Saturday. Saturday's are fantastic. A: It's an official weekend day. B: It was about 50 degrees. C: Maria Brink and her band In This Moment killed it at Upstate Concert Hall. Oh, and when I say they 'killed it', I mean- 'they f------ massacred the living s--- out of our ear holes.

Chick Plays 'Toxicity' By System Of A Down On A Piano [VIDEO+POLL]

Adams — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 01:14:40 +0000

You know, there’s nothing like a person who can play an instrument. I for one wish I would have learned, or at the very least, been pushed in the direction of learning. I guess there’s no time like the present? You know, It’s a hell of a lot more entertaining to watch someone else play. [...]

In This Moment 'Adrenalize' LIVE [VIDEO]

Adams — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 16:25:40 +0000

So, In This Moment were here last Summer weren’t they? I remember laughing, singing, dancing and throwing a few punches. Ok, so I wasn’t throwing punches but trust me, it happened. Oh, we also drank beers and had an f-n blast. While Maria and her crew were only allotted 15 minutes (max 20mins) for their [...]

Illegally Sharing Music? A Warning Letter Is In Your Mailbox

Wes Styles — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 16:05:39 +0000

If you are one of many Internet users who illegally share music, movies, or even TV shows – Get ready! You will soon be getting a warning letter from the nation’s five major Internet providers. The Copyright Alert System, put in place by the music and film industry, is officially being activated this week to [...]

New Year's Free-4-All Party – Monday at 7pm

Wes Styles — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 12:00:49 +0000

New Year's Eve (Monday) night at 7 pm, Q103 & Armory Fiat (Central Ave, Albany) is turning the controls over to YOU with the New Year's Free-4-All.

We asked for your selections and now it's time to put the playlist together, hit the random button, and let the party begin!

Custom Coffin Plays Music in Afterlife [Video]

Wes Styles — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 15:10:57 +0000

Yes, this is 100% real and on sale now for $30,000.

So if you got that kind of change lying around and want your family to pick the playlist for you after you are covered in dirt, this is for you!

Beats by Dr. Dre Pill Bluetooth Speaker – Tech Tuesday Gift Tip

Big Rich — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 15:30:48 +0000

I said I would be doing this last Sunday on the air as the time has come. It's time for everyone to do their shopping and get some goodies for the friends and family we love. I mean why would you get something for someone you hated right? But I digress, here is a sweet little sound system that will make your iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad or Droid phone, sing to the room. The Beats by Dr. Dre Pill Bluetooth speaker. Don't let the small size fool you.

Deftones Entire New Album Available For Sampling

Jennifer Beaudoin — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 02:45:44 +0000

A week from tomorrow brings forth the brand new, seventh studio album from California quintet Deftones. Fans have the chance to listen before they buy and hear a sample of all 11 tracks from Koi No Yokan. The album’s track listing is as follows: 01. Swerve City 02. Romantic Dreams 03. Leathers 04. Poltergeist 05. Entombed 06. Graphic Nature 07. Tempest 08. Gauze [...]

Bullet For My Valentine Release New Album Details And Title Track

Jennifer Beaudoin — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 17:08:32 +0000

Since their inception in 1988, Welsh rock band Bullet For My Valentine have released three full-length albums that have all been successful, especially their 2010 hit Fever, which topped the charts in the U.K. as well as the U.S. Next year the band will be debuting their fourth album and have just released its immediate details.

Trapt Push Back Release Date For Forthcoming Album 'Reborn'

Jennifer Beaudoin — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 02:44:20 +0000

Last month I excitedly wrote about the coming of 'Reborn,' the fifth studio album by Trapt that was set for a November 20 release. Today the music world got word that for unknown reasons the band has decided to push back the release date until early next year.

Aerosmith And Hollywood Undead Premiere New Song And New Video [VIDEOS]

Jennifer Beaudoin — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 02:40:14 +0000

It's always exciting when bands reveal new songs and music videos to the public, regardless if it's one that's been around for decades or one that's still fairly new. Luckily we have both cases here, as Aerosmith premiere a music video and Hollywood Undead debut a brand new song. Watch (and listen to) both below!

P.O.D. Show Off San Diego in 'Higher' Video

Chad Childers — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 16:13:56 +0000

A decade-plus after shouting out ‘The Fundamental Elements of Southtown,’ P.O.D. are offering another salute to their hometown with the San Diego-based new video for ‘Higher.’ Singer Sonny Sandoval says, “We went through a bunch of treatments, and we loved the fact that the director wanted to do the video in San Diego. It’s our [...]

In This Moment's 'Blood' – [REVIEW]

Jennifer Beaudoin — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 11:30:11 +0000

"Music, Love and Sex." These four words come from a track off In This Moment's new album Blood, which released this past Tuesday. It took me awhile to get into it but now that I am I love it. It is a 14-song album and each tune intertwines with at least one of the lyrics I mentioned above and together they tell a story. It will make you want to drop what you're doing and get busy with your woman, or whatever woman is next to you at the time.

Pop Evil Garage Session and Meet and Greet [PHOTOS]

Jennifer Beaudoin — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 15:36:16 +0000

Yesterday the Q103 garage was invaded with Michigan-based rock band Pop Evil and 20 of their fans who were lucky enough to win the chance to watch their acoustic performance. They played a handful of songs, answered questions and gave fans insight on their songs. It was an intimate affair and the first of many garage sessions to come. Check out all the photos after the jump.

Scott Weiland Premieres Song From 'Avengers' Soundtrack

Q103 Staff — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:40:06 +0000

Scott Weiland allowed Spinner to premiere his single for the soundtrack of the upcoming “Avengers” movie. The album, entitled “Avengers Assembly”, also features the likes of Soundgarden, Papa Roach, Bush and Five Finger Death Punch. Five Finger Death Punch will also be at the Glens Falls Civic Center Wednesday August 8th. So, here is the [...]

Boston Based Hornitz Bring Unique Musical Style To Albany

BJ Ragone — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 11:15:30 +0000

Friday night at Savannah’s in Albany, The Hornitz from Boston, MA came into town and put on quite the show. If you were there, it was a one of a kind night. Some of New England’s finest brought their unique style to Albany of Friday night. Our friends in the Ill Funk Ensemble were putting [...]

Red Hot Chili Peppers Offering Free Live EP to Celebrate U.S. Tour

Dave Kim — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 12:27:28 +0000

Red Hot Chili Peppers kicked off their spring North American tour last night (March 29) in Tampa, Fla. To celebrate the special occasion, the future Rock Hall of Famers are offering up a live EP as a free digital download. According to the official Chili Peppers website, drummer Chad Smith handpicked each track for the collection, [...]