Little Rock
2023-05-21 15:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | The Barn at Gardiner Brewing Company, 699 State Route 208, Gardiner, NY, 12525, United States
SWAMPY, GRIT, BLUES AND FUNK

“Little Rock” is a swampy/gritty, funky/bluesy, rock and roll band comprised of a quartet of seasoned music veterans that share a passion of delivering live music to music lovers far and wide.
It would be near impossible to put one label on the music “Little Rock” creates, Americana to say the least, but so much more. Think Creedence meets the Dead, or perhaps NRBQ meets the Elvin Bishop band, or even Little Feat meets Johnny Cash!
Band-members include band leader and founder Vito Petroccitto, singer/songwriter, musician, producer, actor and most of all entertainer extraordinaire. He’s been pleasing audiences in and around the Hudson Valley region of New York for nearly 40 years. Performing cover tunes in various Bar Bands in his early days, he’s reached a point in his life where he’s bound and determined to create his own music and go deeper into his heart and soul. His touring experience includes performing with Professor Louie and the Crowmatix, the Amrod Band with Pee Wee Ellis and Fred Wesley (James Brown Horns), Frank Gadler Band (original vocalist NRBQ), Sloan Wainwright, And many others. Vito has produced hundreds of records and with the other guys in Little Rock, continues to do session work on a steady basis. However, the focus is now performing live! The love of his life is to make people happy through music!
The rest of the band-members are Eric Parker on drums (John Hall Band, Bonnie Raitt, Steve Winwood, Joe Cocker, Eric Clapton, the list goes on), Mark Dann on bass (many years of experience as a producer/recording studio owner/operator ,too many associations to list!) and Jeff Schechter (Big Smoothies)

Payne's Grey Sky
2023-05-27 15:30 - 18:30
The seed that eventually became American-roots band, Payne’s Grey Sky, was planted in the summer of 2007 by high school friends Rich Dymond (bass, guitar) and Jimi Scheffel (vocals, guitar) with Dave Sahloff (drums, percussion) joining the band soon after. In 2021, the band was fortunate to recruit Arnold Richter (keyboard, accordion). Payne’s Grey Sky’s influences are many – From classics like Dylan, The Band, and The Rolling Stones to contemporary acts like The Lumineers, Dawes, and The Avett Brothers. Over the years, Payne’s Grey Sky has lovingly donated their time for local annual fundraising events, including YWCA’s Tunes for Tots, The Rosemary D. Gruner Memorial Bike for Cancer Care, and The Delisio Memorial Golf Tournament benefitting the Special Olympics. Payne’s Grey Sky has played at a number of local venues throughout the Hudson Valley and released their debut CD in June 2015. They are planning to record several new songs and release them as singles throughout 2022. Check out the compilation videos below to hear some originals and covers the band performs.

The Tom Prettys
2023-05-28 15:30 - 18:30
Started as a side project for a group of rock-loving ladies to bond on Monday nights, the Tom Prettys has become a favorite band in the Hudson Valley and upstate New York. Each show is rocked to the fullest, always keeping the love of Tom Petty’s iconic music at the forefront. From the dozens of top-charting hits, each song is replicated with respect and attention to detail while keeping the classic rock n’ roll vibe alive––for old and new fans alike.

The Tonebenders
2023-06-03 15:30 - 2023-06-10 18:30
The TONEBENDERS band consists of seasoned musicians and vocalists with decades of professional experience and have played in some of the most popular bands in the Hudson Valley.
The group covers a wide variety of musical genres including classic jazz standards, great R+B songs, dance music, classics from the 60’s to current pop and country favorites. Playing music to listen to or dance the night away to… songs like Etta James’ “At Last”, or some Frank Sinatra, Johnny Cash, Beatles, John Mayer, Dua Lipa, Steely Dan, Funk and Disco, The group has a high standard of musicianship and all amazing vocal harmonies.

Jaketown Road
2023-06-04 15:30 - 18:30
Classic 60’s and 70’s Rock, Southern Rock,Blues Rock, Soul, The Allman Brothers & The Grateful Dead!

Brasskill
2023-06-10 15:30 - 18:30
Brasskill is a lively 14-piece party brass band whose mission is your party out on dance floor. Bringing funky decibels to parties, festivals, parades and other merry gatherings in Hudson Valley and surrounding areas, Brasskill’s high-energy live performances feature driving percussion section, shiny, melodic horns, innovative band choreography, LED lights, and the finest thrift store sparkly attire that one can find. The band’s wide-ranging repertoire includes music from the New Orleans second line tradition, punk and pop covers, international grooves, as well as original compositions and arrangements.

John Irizarry and Rev Dogs
2023-06-11 15:30 - 18:30

Soul Purpose
2023-06-17 15:30 - 18:30, 2023-08-12 15:30 - 18:30
With a distinctive take on New Orleans Funk, classic and contemporary Soul and Swing, Soul Purpose is a “smokin’ band whose joyous renditions of R&B, Soul and Swing will lift your heart, gathering the boisterous energy of a dancing crowd and channeling it into a melodic explosion.” – The Huguenot Herald.
Soul Purpose enthralls from the first note with powerhouse vocals, bold horns, lush keyboards, and blistering guitarwork with the rhythmic reference and underlying pulse for the band provided by expertly played bass and percussion. Formed in New Paltz, New York over two decades ago and recently named “Best Local Band” by the readers of Hudson Valley Magazine, the band has played at numerous venues from intimate concerts, larger festival stages and benefits. Soul Purpose has headlined at the famed Daryl’s House Club, Pawling, NY, iconic Towne Crier Cafe, Beacon, NY, historic Colony, Woodstock, NY and renowned Falcon, Marlboro, NY. The band has opened for such prominent artists as Grammy Award Nominee and Blues Music Award Nominee, Shemekia Copeland; Grammy Award Nominee Singer/Songwriter Blues album, Slam Allen and the Chris O’Leary Band.
Lead singer Sara Espinosa is joined by Dr. Lori Morris, alto and tenor saxophone, percussion and vocals; Rich De Crosta, trumpet, flugelhorn, percussion and vocals; Cue Gerhards, guitar and vocals; Francis Ralston, bass and background vocals, and Jerry Teters, drums and vocals. Together, they create a vibe that is described by a recent concertgoer as, “Needle pushing the end & bouncing – a 10 +on a scale of 10 with the poor needle trying to break the stopper!”

First Round
2023-06-18 15:30 - 18:30
First Round is a high energy 6 piece dance rock cover band playing all the best danceable classic rock and alternative music you love blended together in long non stop sets of songs for your next event. The band features two lead vocalists with strong harmonies and tight music behind them powered by some of the best musicians in the Hudson Valley.

The SideMen Blues Band
2023-06-24 15:30 - 18:30
Snapper and Ken have been playing the blues since the late ’60’s. We started our journey during high school in Cornwall, NY. After graduation we set off on our own paths and lost contact for 35 years or so. We reconnected again around 2009 (thank you Facebook) and began planning. Eventually Ken moved back to the Hudson Valley and it was game on. Enlisting the help of Avery (Ken’s son) on drums and Matt Dowden on bass the Sidemen began to take form. It’s a really interesting mix of musicians. Two players in their 60’s and two players in their 20’s. Lots of fun, energy and learning in every direction.

Little Creek Band
2023-06-25 15:30 - 18:30
The Little Creek Band is a Country Rock Irish Mash-up….kinda like Clancy Brothers meet Johnny Cash meet Jimmy Page. Mix up soaring 4 part harmonies with rip roaring guitar, mandolin, and Irish Whistle….add a rocking Rhythm section that gets everybody on their feet and you have The Little Creek Band.
The band’s front man is Dennis Nesel who sings and plays Acoustic Guitar, Mandolin, Irish Whistle and Trumpet. Don Bell rocks the electric guitar and synth and sings, Kevin Jeffreys plays bass guitar and sings and Bobby Legg plays drums and sings.

The Background Noise
2023-07-01 15:30 - 18:30
The Background Noise is an “acoustic-ish” live band based in Orange County, NY playing hit songs

Jordan Stoner and the Crash Test Silverados
2023-07-02 15:30 - 18:30
Native to Upstate New York, Country Recording Artist Jordan Stoner started the first 12 years of his career performing in a band with his family known as “The Stoners”. Moving on to later start his own band “The Crash Test Silverados”, he’s performed across the country developing his own unique sound bringing you the one of a kind original music you can find released today. From his first single “All Night Long” (released in 2018) to his latest single
“Smoke” (released in 2020), each song tells a true story about past experiences in the young performers life. Now at the age of 30 and with nearly 18 years in the business, he’s performed in all types of venues from the Honky Tonks of Nashville to the Theaters and festivals of the Coast. Jordan is sure to bring a live show like you’ve never seen before. With unmatched energy and surrounded by some of the best musicians In the business, this stage presence will have you on your toes until the last note.

The Sugar Beats
2023-07-08 15:30 - 18:30
Live eclectic classic rock straight from the Hudson Valley

What?
2023-07-09 15:30 - 18:30
horn-led funk dance party based out of New Paltz, NY
“What? Oh, you haven’t heard?
After meeting in the fall of 2016 during their freshman year studying music at SUNY New Paltz, Ryan Perrone and Dan Steen founded What?. Three years and multiple lineup changes later, they solidified their group and their sound. Heavily influenced by funk and R&B, What?’s music draws inspiration across multiple genres: jazz, rock, hip-hop, ska, pop, and more. The group consists of Ryan Perrone on lead vocals, keys, trombone and trumpet, Dan Steen on guitar, Jeremiah Mahoney on bass, Alex Endres on drums, Russell Hartman on tenor saxophone, Owen Moore on baritone saxophone, Jared Nelson on percussion, synthesizer and guitar, and Dani Gardner on Trumpet.
With a growing following in The Hudson Valley, What? is known to bring high-energy every time they hit the stage with their four-piece horn section. From their improvisational jams to soulful R&B grooves, What?’s complex arrangements will keep you on your feet and dancing throughout the entire set. With a heavy catalogue of originals and choice covers under their belt, What?’s horn-driven tunes will make any audience excited, energized, and hungry for an encore.”

Gratefully Yours
2023-07-15 15:30 - 18:30
Gratefully Yours is a Grateful Dead inspired band, based out of New Paltz, NY. The band was conceived and founded in 2012 by keyboardist Alex Mazur, who is also the founder of The Deadbeats; one of the longest running Grateful Dead cover bands in existence.
However, “cover band” is an extremely misleading term when it comes to the music of Gratefully Yours. Their willingness and ability to improvise, and their openness to spontaneity and the energy of the moment lie at the core of their performances and truly sets them apart. In the very best tradition of The Grateful Dead, it is this openness that allows the crowd to become a part of the creative process and results in a synergy between the band and the crowd that is unique and truly special. It is that magic that Gratefully Yours truly aims to “cover” and pay tribute to.
They also allow their audience to participate further by giving them the opportunity to submit their dream set lists, which Gratefully Yours just may happen to choose and perform. But of course, you just never know what might happen…
The band members are all long time highly regarded players in the scene: Alex Mazur, Garrin Benfield, Jude DeFalco, Frank Casciaro, Robert Schiff and Jessica Barlow. And they have some very special guests and friends who have and do sit in with them: Zach Nugent (Melvin Seals & JGB), Vinnie Amico (moe.), Tony Markelis (Trey Anastasio Band), Bill Carbone (Max Creek), Rob Eaton (Dark Star Orchestra), and Russ Lawton (Trey Anastasio Band).

Lily of the Valley
2023-07-16 15:30 - 18:30
Hudson Valley-based bluegrass, acoustic trio

GARTUCKY KARAOKE NIGHT - OPEN FRIDAY, 5-9
2023-07-21 17:00 - 21:00
Our friends at Studio Karaoke, LLC are back! Doors open at 5, karaoke starts at 6. Beers flowing until 9!

Jose Lopez and Chosen Style
2023-07-22 15:30 - 18:30
New York-based guitarist, singer, and songwriter Jose Lopez cultivates a fresh and tasty blend of Rock, R&B, Soul, and Blues music. Lopez’s raw talent and honest interpretations of original songs and crowd favorites draw on a mix of genres that speak to a wide range of music-loving audiences.

Circle
2023-07-23 15:30 - 18:30
Circle is compromised of four veteran musicians of the Newburgh music scene playing light rock & roll from the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s.

Oxford Station Band
2023-07-29 15:30 - 18:30
Oxford Station Band performs Folk Rock, Classic Country, and Americana in the Mid-Hudson Valley Region

Way Behind the Sun
2023-07-30 15:30 - 18:30
Way Behind The Sun is based in the Hudson Valley and features wife/husband and brother/sister. Our mission is to take back the term “country” music, breathing new life into the classics. We are known for our entertaining and engaging shows with lots of twangy lead guitar and soaring vocal harmonies. There’s something for everyone! We made our Nashville debut in 2018 and we recorded and released our debut album on all major platforms last May. We have residency at the top country destination, Rocking Horse Ranch, and play regularly throughout the Hudson Valley, tri-state area, and beyond.

90 Proof Band
2023-08-05 15:30 - 18:30
5 piece Country/Rock Cover band playing all your favorite country/rock hits. Located in Kingston, NY

Hudson Valley Bluegrass Express
2023-08-06 15:30 - 18:30
The members of Hudson Valley Bluegrass Express were a bit surprised when Jimmy Sturr showed up
at one of their shows and praised the band for their vocal harmonies and tight arrangements of
popular bluegrass songs. Hudson Valley Bluegrass Express have been building up excitement with
their creative renditions of bluegrass, rock, and folk songs since their formation in 2015.
When lead vocalist and fiddle player Doctor Romo met bass player Mike Aiese and banjo player
Thomas Earl at a bluegrass jam in 2015 they quickly realized they had similar tastes in music and
decided to work on some bluegrass tunes. This quickly led to playing local venues. When Thomas Earl
left the band he was replaced by guitar virtuoso Matthew Lamborn who brought his vast repertoire of
songs to add to the band’s already rich cache of songs. Fans requested many other songs so the band
adapted their cache of songs to include Country, Folk, Cajun, and rock tunes all played with
“bluegrassy” roots.
From the unique blend of Dewey Balfa/Charlie Poole fiddle rifts to Vince Gill/Albert Lee guitar twangs
to Bill Monroe inspired bowed bass lines the trio’s vast experience and musical tastes show up loud
and clear. Hudson Valley Bluegrass Express has their sights on performing throughout the Hudson
Valley and their shows have not only a high level of excitement and fun but historical relevance one
can only appreciate live.

The Classics
2023-08-13 15:30 - 18:30
The Classics are a power trio playing all of your favorite funk, soul, and reggae jams from the 70’s until no. All members have an extensive background in jazz which allows them to create unique arrangements and revitalize songs while paying homage to the original artists. Prepare to be inspired by this rhythmically tight and full sounding band. Be sure to catch them at local venues throughout the Hudson Valley every weekend!

Cruise Control Band
2023-08-19 15:30 - 18:30
Cruise Control plays music that you can rock, sing, dance, and party to.
“A GREAT dance band!”

The Tonebenders
2023-08-20 15:30 - 18:30
The TONEBENDERS is a band specializing in classic rock, pop, and timeless standards – one of the most popular bands at GBC! Come enjoy a Sunday with this rockin’ band!

Judith Tulloch Band
2023-08-26 15:30 - 18:30
Pop, soft rock, & world music. With vocals, guitar, flute/soprano sax, & percussion. Judith and her band have warmed up the stage as an opening act for Michael McDonald, Maria Muldaur, Pete Seeger, Paul Winter, Janet Hamill & Moving Star, Patti Smith, Levon Helm, Lucy Kaplansky, Bo Diddley, Tom Chapin, and many others. The band performs at all types of venues ranging from concert halls, to clubs, cafes, restaurants, art galleries, cultural events, wedding ceremonies, cocktail hour, and special benefits. Music that has been described as world-pop-fusion with a jazzy edge.

The Bush Brothers
2023-08-27 15:30 - 18:30
