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6 days ago | q1057.com | Mike Karolyi

On July 16, 1996 Metallica played the New York State fairgrounds in Syracuse as part of that summer's Lollapalooza Tour. Three decades later Metallica returned to Syracuse to play a show in-front of more than 47,000 fans. Were you there? This week Metallica have release 2 officials videos from the Syracuse show at the JMA Wireless Dome. Take a look below to see if you were spotted on camera. On April 19th Metallica set a new record for largest ticketed event in Syracuse history.

1 week ago | q1057.com | Mike Karolyi

While hiking in New York State there are many cautions to be aware of year-round. In the winter it's the cold, icy, snowy conditions. In the spring and fall it's slippery terrain from mud and leaves. You get the idea. Much of the hiking cautions have to do with your footing and making sure you have the proper shoes for the conditions. It's not nearly as often that you have to look out for falling trees. Here's what happened to one man who had a tree fall on his head.

1 week ago | q1057.com | Mike Karolyi

On August 2, 2024 Aerosmith, those bad boys from Boston, announced they were retiring from the touring stage. Lead singer Steven Tyler suffered a vocal chord injury, that will never completely heal, preventing the band from touring. Since the retirement announcement, bassist Tom Hamilton played a few shows with his new band Close Enemies and Steven Tyler himself was able to do short sets at his 'Jam for Janie' event in Los Angeles and the Janie's Fund show in San Francisco.

1 week ago | q1057.com | Mike Karolyi

It's always exciting to hear that your favorite band is planning to play a show in your area. It's even better when you and that artist share the same hometown. Enter below for the chance to WIN tickets to see In This Moment, before they go on sale. Capital Region native Maria Brink and her band In This Moment return for a hometown show and they are bringing a few friends along. Here are all the show and ticket details.

1 week ago | q1057.com | Mike Karolyi

David Lee Roth, Van Halen's charismatic front man for decades, is hitting the road with his new band this summer and plans to play at least 2 shows in New York State. Scroll down for the details on the upcoming tour. Over the past weekend David Lee Roth triumphed with his performance at the M3 Rock Festival in Maryland. Diamond Dave, his band and backup singers ripped through a strong setlist of Van Halen tunes earning high praise from fans and critics. So, what's next?