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Kid Rock Slams Jay-Z and Justin Timberlake's High Ticket Prices

Wes Styles — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 15:00:09 +0000

Kid Rock is hitting the road this summer for his "Best Night Ever" Tour with guest ZZ Top and Uncle Cracker. The tour rolls in to SPAC on September 4th and tickets prices for the tour are very low - So low that you can pick up a tickets at Capital area Wal-Marts for just $20 (starting Saturday, April 20th at 10am)

Kid Rock has gone on record to slam high concert ticket prices. He even dismissed the proposed $225 ticket price that Jay-Z & Justin Timberlake could be charging for their up coming tours.

Mayhem Fest 2013, Are You As Excited As Me?

Adams — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 18:42:38 +0000

I have to be honest. I feel like I'm the only one in the Albany Area who is super stoked about the Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival at SPAC, July 20th. Seriously, I'm essentially creaming in my pants. Ok, so maybe I'm stretching the truth a smidge but listen, I can't F------- wait! Who's with me?

The Q-Tease Out For Q-Ruption 2012 [PHOTOS]

Jennifer Beaudoin — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 16:18:19 +0000

We had a very successful turn out and an extremely fulfilling time at this past weekend's second annual Q-Ruption Festival at SPAC. All of the musical acts put on great performances and all who attended seemed to have a blast. The Q103 Q-Tease were on hand to get photos with fans. Check them out below and find yours!

Godsmack Performs At Q-Ruption 2012 [GALLERY]

Jay Sanin — Sun, 02 Sep 2012 14:06:12 +0000

On the main stage at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center, Godsmack has performed as a part of Q-Ruption 2012. This is the band's second straight year as a Q-Ruption performer, as they headlined the concert last year. This year, they put on another great show.

Q-Ruption 2012 Set List

Bryen — Sat, 01 Sep 2012 18:06:19 +0000

Wondering when your favorite band is hitting the stage at Q-Ruption 2012? Here’s the set list for all three stages. Some tickets are still available at the box office, so make your way to SPAC before they are sold out! On the Jagermeister Stage: SILVERTUNG 1:05 – 1:25 CRUZ 1:45 – 2:05 CANDLELIGHT RED 2:30 – 2:55 [...]

Instagram and Twitter Live Feeds for #qruption

Bryen — Sat, 01 Sep 2012 17:37:46 +0000

Q-Ruption 2012 is officially underway at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center. On Twitter + Instagram @q103albany and #qruption Silvertung just wrapped up on the stage, with Adelitas Way, Staind, Godsmack, and Shinedown to come later tonight.! Check out our live Instagrammed pictures from backstage and onstage - and if you're here, join in on the fun by tagging your Instagram photos and tweets #QRuption.

Rick DeJesus Of Adelitas Way Talks Q-Ruption 2012 [AUDIO]

Dalton Castle — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 22:09:16 +0000

I’m making it my mission to get inside each Q-ruption band’s head before I put my hand in their pants… I mean hand! Rick DeJesus of Adelitas Way called into the program to tell me and the people of Albany what to expect on September 1st. Rick seemed a bit rushed as the Uproar [...]

It Was Mayhem with Q103 Q-Tease At Mayhem Festival [PHOTOS]

Q103 — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 21:06:51 +0000

The Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival was at Saratoga Performing Arts Center on Tuesday July 31st. Slipknot, Slayer, Motohead, Anthrax and many others performed on three stages. Q103 broadcasted live from the lawn and the Q103 Q-Tease were there taking photos. Did you get your photo with Nikki, Ashley or Jodi? Find them here.

Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival Set Times

WQBK — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 18:03:18 +0000

The Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival pulls into SPAC Tuesday July 31st. 15 bands including Slipknot, Slayer, Motorhead, and Anthrax, plus many others including locals will take to the three stages beginning at 1:30pm. We got the set times of all the bands so you'll know what time to get your ass on the grounds and not miss who you want to see.

Chad Kroeger Of Nickleback Talks About Explosions And Being Single [AUDIO]

Dalton Castle — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 21:00:48 +0000

Nickelback was in town the other day and I met up with their front man Chad Kroeger to have a few beers and talk about the tour. Things start weird as most of my interviews do but then we shift gears from his recent break up, to blowing things up. We even touch on a [...]

Man Tries To Sneak Into Nickelback at SPAC, Ends Up Falling 40 Feet

BJ Ragone — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 11:02:01 +0000

People try to sneak into SPAC shows all the time. The key to success is maintaining your composure, and being super drunk probably isn’t your best plan of action. When 22 year old Kevin Beaudette decided to go to Nickelback on Tuesday night, he probably didn’t think he’d be making the news. Unfortunately for Kevin, [...]

Dalton Is Knee Deep In Nickelback Fans [VIDEO]

Dalton Castle — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 20:38:43 +0000

Nickelback was in town and I had to go out and meet the ‘Peacock Peeps’. Porta-potties, grizzled beards, and singing – this video has it all! It was my first summer concert broadcast for 2012 and I was super excited. Nickelback and Bush put on an awesome show but most of my fun came from [...]

Nickelback 'Light It Up' At SPAC [REVIEW]

Jennifer Beaudoin — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 19:14:10 +0000

Last night SPAC was packed with people of all ages as they gathered for the Here and Now Tour which featured a trio of bands that have already made an impact on modern music. My Darkest Days, Bush and headliners Nickelback came together to put on a great show and I got to be there to witness it.

Nickelback's Ryan Peake Talks BBQ And Male Nudity On Q103 [AUDIO]

Dalton Castle — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 22:19:02 +0000

Nickelback is hitting up the capital region and Ryan Peake and his Canadian accent come on my show to make off colored innuendos. Nickelback’s show with Bush is about a week away and I’m getting super pumped. Not only will I have a chance to stare in to Gavin Rosdale’s baby blues but Q103 listeners [...]

What Babes Would You Take To Mayhem Festival [POLL]

WQBK — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 11:10:50 +0000

The Rockstar Enerrgy Drink Mayhem Festival will be at SPAC on July 31st, featuring Slipknot, Slayer, Motorhead, Anthrax and many more. This weekend, Live Nation is offering a 4 pack of Mayhem Festival lawn tickets for only $60 plus fees. That's you and three babes - Would it be Snooki, Kate Upton and Kat Von D? Take our poll and tell us!

Asking Alexandria: We're 'Honored and Privileged' To Be a Part of Mayhem Festival

Full Metal Jackie — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 00:15:57 +0000

Frontman Danny Worsnop and lead guitarist Ben Bruce of Asking Alexandria were the guests on Full Metal Jackie’s radio show this past weekend. Worsnop and Bruce chatted about the honor of being part of this year’s Mayhem lineup, the “awkward” experience of opening up for Guns N’ Roses, writing for their next record and more. [...]

Q103 Presents Q-Ruption 2012

Bryen — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 22:00:16 +0000

Join us SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1ST at the SARATOGA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Shinedown
Since their formation in Jacksonville Florida in 2002, Shinedown has been hitting the airwaves hard bringing a unique blend of alternative metal, hard rock, and grunge sounds to the table.
Godsmack
Godsmack is a heavy metal band that was formed in 1995 in Lawrence, Massachusetts.
Staind
Formed in 1995 in Springfield

Shinedown Set To Headline Q103 Q-Ruption 2012 At SPAC

BJ Ragone — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 21:47:57 +0000

Last year Q-Ruption was out of control at SPAC. So we are bringing it back this year with more bands and three stages. Shinedown is headlining, and will be joined by Godsmack, Staind, Papa Roach and more. Since we left SPAC last year, everyone has been asking about Q-Ruption 2012. Apparently you guys had one [...]

Relive Q-Ruption 2011 Before Gearing Up For Q-Ruption 2012

BJ Ragone — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 11:15:15 +0000

The big announcement for Q-Ruption 2012 is just hours away. People are speculating who will be playing this year, but let us not forget about the awesome time that was had last year. Everyone will agree that from start to finish Q-Ruption 2011 was one of the best days of the summer. When we say [...]

Dave Matthews Band This Weekend at SPAC

WQBK — Fri, 08 Jun 2012 16:21:36 +0000

You might see a lot more traffic heading north this afternoon. Don't be alarmed it's the annual migration of 50,000 plus Dave Matthew Band fans heading to SPAC in Saratoga Springs. If you're thinking about going to the show but don't have tickets you better hurry as there is only a limited number of lawn tickets for tonight's show.