In this new section of AMP we will be interviewing bands, solo artists and related music industry personalities. I hope enjoy the mix. Here’s our initial piece. Premier Concerts and Manic Presents, two of Connecticut’s largest concert promoters, joined forces in 2015. Keith Mahler and Mark Nussbaum are the catalysts for acquiring top talent in multiple venues throughout the state. From the Space Ballroom (recently re-opened under new management) to the Palace and Warner theaters […]
TED LEO AND THE PHARMACISTS
Hallelujah, Ted Leo is back and better than ever. After a seven year hiatus (except for his collaboration with Aimee Mann in the Both) he has released a self produced and recorded album totally funded by Kickstarter called The Hanged Man. The Hanged Man is intrinsically personal, political and poignant. It feels more of a purging of Leo’s demons than the usual songs of defiance on his earlier works. For an in depth review Stuart […]
COLLEGE STREET MUSIC HALL
This section of the website will be used to spotlight the many venues, clubs, bars, promoters and associated businesses that dot Ct. and the tri -state area. Each post will showcase a particular entertainment establishment or business. I know the research will be quite enjoyable. College Street Music Hall rose from the ashes of the Palace theater in New Haven. The venue capacity is 2000 patrons with multi-capacity configurations. It has both a standing […]