Event 1pm till 6pm

Tara’s Reunion!

Join us for this very special event!

Celebrate the countless great times, fantastic memories, and awesomeness of the legendary Tara’s.

Tunes by DJ Ben Frazier

Food Truck by “Reservoir Dog’z”…. Gourmet Hotdogs, Burgers, Loaded Fries, and more!

No Cover Charge

Doors 6:30pm, Music 7:30pm

Whammer Jammer - A Tribute to The J. Geils Band

Please join us for a high energy night of blues and rock as only the J Geils band could deliver.

It “Ain’t Nothin But A House Party” when Whammer Jammer takes the stage.

Don’t miss Rochester, NY’s electrifying tribute to the legendary J. Geils Band.

Whammer Jammer celebrates the rockin’ blues and r&b of the legendary J. Geils Band. With Jim Rheinheimer on drums, Larry Kovnat on keyboards, Paul Lindsley on bass, Joe Seidman on guitar, Tom Hanney on harmonica, and Gary Wodnick on vocals, Whammer Jammer captures the excitement and soulfulness of the Massachusetts-based J. Geils Band. From the late 1960s to the early 1980s, it was always party time with J. Geils. And it’s sure to be the same with Whammer Jammer.
https://www.facebook.com/p/Whammer-Jammer-61579066862406/

Cover: $12 at the door

Doors 4pm, Music 5:30pm

Piranha Loco

Piranha Loco members all bring a diverse set of experiences to the band, including international jazz festivals to sold out shows in NEW YORK CITY and throughout the northeast. The Music is considered Americana / a blend of rock, country, jazz , blues and funk.  The songs are originals and covers. The covers are songs from artists such as John Hiatt , flying burrito brothers, James Taylor, Bob Dylan , Grateful Dead, etc, and yes, the originals were mostly influenced by the above bands.

The BAND MEMBERS

Gary Spinelli Guitar/vocals. “I was 9 years old on February 9th,1964, sitting in front of a black and white 15 inch TV anxiously waiting to see the first performance of the Beatles on the Ed Sullivan show. Two summers and about 100 lawn cuttings later, I had enough money saved up to buy my first guitar and amp. Since then I've had the privilege of playing with a lot of great local musicians and also got to play in a few bands here and there. I took time off for many years to raise a family and now I have been given the opportunity to be part of a great band of fantastic musicians. The best of both worlds. My influences include The Beatles, Eric Clapton, Robben Ford, George Harrison, Lowell George, Derek Trucks, Jeff Beck, Sonny Landreth and many more.”

John Nau Bass / Vocals “My learning curve included time spent with jazz, fusion, country, and rock groups, most notably with Tom Passamonte in” Malibu” and with my bandmates Doug and Dave in “Rockforce/Curfew”. When my two beautiful daughters entered my life, I changed hats for awhile and played in a number of party/wedding groups. As my girls hit high school age, I was again able to return to more creative pursuits, performing with jam band “Jupiter 4H Project”, a number of classic rock bands, alt country band “Carol and the Impalas”, R&B group “The Scoundrels”, and girl pop group, “Left On Red”, with whom I did some short tours.”

Van Sanzotta Drums “On my eleventh Birthday I got my first full drum set, began practicing and never looked back. I joined one band after another and another… Road Work, The Starlords, Kelly Roberts, Platinum, Westside Drive, Doc Kavanagh, Full House, Scarecrow, The Tweeners, Betty Mangold, Freight Train, Cosmic Debris, Debbie Kendrick, Cactus Soul, The Jerks, Black Caddy Band and The Tom Cats. Along the way I worked with some very talented and inspiring drummers in the area that helped me develop my skills and push me to the next level. After its all said and done, it all boils down to feeding this passion that I have for making good music with good friends, and making it sound as good as we possibly can.”

Scott Schipper Guitar / vocals Scott like many others were influenced by the Beatles first appearance on the Ed Sullivan show. He was so impressed he started bugging his parents for a guitar the day afterwards.. that didn’t work so he bought an old arch top guitar off of a friend for five dollars , it only had three strings to start out with . He played in a couple of high school bands and took some time off to raise a family, started to do some recording and met some other musicians in the 80s, performed in a band called Willpower then Medicine Man in the early 90s and then joined the Dave Matthews Band tribute, Tripping Billies. After Tripping Billies, Scott formed the original music jam band Jupiter 4H Project. Scott was also in the Americana band, The Angle.

James Ellison Guitar / vocals James came from a musical family, all his siblings were expected to take up an instrument. His interest in guitar was sparked by the British Invasion of the 60’s. The Beatles , Stones, Kinks, and later the Byrds, Dylan, and The Band. Along the way the influence of the old blues music of John Hurt And Blind Blake along with Irish pub music from the Dubliners, Clancy Brothers and Planxty. Starting as a bass guitarist with the Dady Brothers and the Emigrants evolved into guitar accompanist for several of Rochester’s folk musicians . In 1998 he formed the Irish band Wildgeese with Emon McCormack. He went on to play with the Irish band 1916, and the Americana band, The Angle.

https://piranhaloco.com/

Cover: $5

Doors 6:30pm, Music 7:30pm

 Join us for a one-night-only celebration of the legendary Dolly Parton! Hosted by Candy and featuring her band of rock-n-rollers as the house band for the evening, this tribute show will spotlight a lineup of incredible guest singers from some of your favorite local acts including..

Ali Lindsey (Ali Lou/Sugar Boys)

Kara Maillie

Kristen Herford 

Matt O’Brian 

Katie Haverly

Ryan Yarmel

Trevor Lake

Mike Maier

Finn Kennedy 

Whether you're a die-hard Dolly fan or just in it for the rhinestones and twang, this event promises high energy, heartfelt performances, and a joyous tribute to one of country music’s most iconic artists. So grab your boots, bring your friends, and get ready to sing and dance all night!

https://www.facebook.com/candyscountry/

Tickets: $20 and on sale now online at https://abilene.showare.com and tonight at the door

Doors 4pm, Music 7:30pm

Sarah Borges Band

Featuring Eric Ambel

One way or another, Sarah Borges connects with casual mastery. Whether it’s with the comrades she’s collaborated with over nearly 20 sparkling years of music-making, or the vivid portraits of people’s lives – and occasionally her own – she’s sketched in scores of emotionally resonant songs. But most of all, Borges has built a loyal following by connecting, through her own charismatic, down-to-earth spirit, with her audience – whether they’re longtime fans from back when she broke through with her terrific “Silver City” debut in 2004, or newcomers just now joining the party with her brand new 2022 album, “Together Alone”, her eighth. “Sarah’s a fearless writer and performer,” says producer Eric ‘Roscoe’ Ambel, “and she’s a very good musician.” As anyone familiar with Sarah’s songs and performances knows, genuinely soulful music that connects with us -- and connects us to each other -- can simultaneously steal, and heal, hearts. This connection is what has kept Sarah touring and making music for many years, and what keeps us coming back to see her do it.

To call Eric Ambel “The Godfather of Americana” would be doing Ambel a disservice, as his career as a singer/guitarist/songwriter/producer stretches beyond the boundaries of even that seemingly all-encompassing genre. Before Dave Cobb and Shooter Jennings were piling up Grammys behind the boards, Ambel was working with bands like the Backsliders, Bottle Rockets, and Blue Mountain, producing records that would form the foundation of what people now call Americana. 

This isn’t even taking to consideration Ambel’s debut solo album, Roscoe’s Gang (1988), which Rolling Stone called “the record Keith Richards should have made,” and which, along with his bona fide rock ‘n’ roll pedigree (a member of Joan Jett’s original Blackhearts lineup, The Del-Lords, collaborations with Syd Straw and Mojo Nixon) earned Ambel a reputation as the go-to producer and guitarist for anyone seeking that raw, loose, electric sound that Ambel made seem so effortless, but proved elusive for so many. Nils Lofgren enlisted Ambel to produce his landmark solo record Crooked Line and the aforementioned Backsliders, Bottle Rockets and Blue Mountain followed, leaning on Ambel to produce the albums that remain their most memorable and enduring works. 

https://sarahborges.com/

https://www.ericambel.com/gigs/

Tickets; $20 and on sale right now at https://abilene.showare.com and tonight at the door

Special thanks to our good friends at Bop Shop Records!

Doors 4pm, Music 8pm

with Special Guest, Cammy Enaharo

Public Water Supply

Public Water Supply is a force of nature rising out of hills of upstate New York, an Alt-Rock/Indie Americana collective that turns music into magik. Powered by university-trained musicians, PWS blends fearless songwriting, spellbinding vocals, and virtuosic musicianship into a sound that feels both timeless and electrifyingly new. PWS has enchanted festival crowds and sold-out rooms alike all across the country including The Waterhole, Borderland Festival, GrassRoots and the Rochester International Jazz festival.

https://publicwatersupplymusic.com/

Cammy Enaharo

Cammy Enaharo is a singer-songwriter from Rochester, NY whose songs move through self doubt and daily reflection to reveal her hopeful spirit. She records music in various styles including indie-folk and pop.

https://www.facebook.com/CammyEnaharoMusic/

Cover: $10 at the door

Doors 4pm, Music 7:30pm

INDIA RAMEY

After the success of her fiery 2024 LP, Baptized By The Blaze, Nashville outlaw siren India Ramey is back with Villain Era, set for release on May 8, 2026, via Copaco Records/Blue Élan. Baptized By The Blaze was the story of Ramey’s journey through the fire, a harrowing passage toward healing and empowerment. Villain Era is firmly rooted in her own reckoning; it doesn’t ask for permission, it kicks the door wide open.

“This album is the ‘healed’ me,” Ramey says. “I didn’t know how to have boundaries because I was such a people pleaser. When you live your life that way, you lose sight of who you really are. I’ve spent the last few years finding my authentic self, reclaiming my identity. The title track, ‘Welcome To My Villain Era,’ is me saying I’m not going to suffer fools anymore. I’m not compromising anymore. If my boundaries offend you, I’ll happily play the villain in that story.”

Armed with that conviction and a new batch of songs, Ramey left the South for the first time to record in Los Angeles with two-time Grammy-nominated producer Eric Corne. Together, they built a soundscape as cinematic as it is cathartic. Ramey, whose fans have taken to calling her “The Woman In Black” and “the Wednesday Addams of country music,” told Corne she wanted the album to sound like Johnny Cash and Loretta Lynn had risen from the grave to score a Quentin Tarantino film. Corne assembled a powerhouse band to help her pull it off, including Ted Russell Kamp (Shooter Jennings) on bass, Eugene Edwards (Dwight Yoakam) and Chris Masterson (Steve Earle, The Mastersons, The Wallflowers) on guitar, Eleanor Whitmore (Steve Earle & The Dukes, The Mastersons) on fiddle, Kevin Brown on drums, Boo Bernstein (Emmylou Harris, Dwight Yoakam) on pedal steel, and Haley Spence Brown (The Doohickeys) on backing vocals.

“He didn’t just listen to me, he heard me,” Ramey says of Corne. “The musicians were equally respectful of what my vision was, and they went above and beyond. It was the most collaborative, emboldening recording experience I've ever had.”

The result is Villain Era: ten spaghetti western–meets–honky tonk vignettes, penned solely by Ramey, laced with grit, gallows humor, and emotional precision. 

With the first notes of opener “We Ride at Dawn,” Ramey puts her boots on the ground and reclaims her territory. A callback to “King of the Ashes” from her 2020 LP Shallow Graves, the song rises from the rubble with reverb, ghostly pedal steel, and the promise of revenge from the women who survived. On “Scattered and Smothered,” Ramey trades the battlefield for a Waffle House booth at 2 a.m., where heartbreak meets hangover in a haze of regret. “Well I’m a hot mess, I must confess / Ever since he brought up takin’ next steps / And my drunk ass needs some hash browns and scrambled eggs,” she sings, As patrons fight, chairs fly, and late-night shenanigans ensue in the background, our heroine is lost in thought, hoping the grease soaks up the memories of the night she’s attempting to put in her rearview. 

The tone turns bittersweet on “Crying in My Lingerie,” a deceptively upbeat breakup song that captures the loneliness of a woman who’s realizing her marriage is over. Doing her best to fan the flames of something long since gone, she drowns her sorrows in boxed wine. Dressed in the now-meaningless symbols of desire and devotion, she realizes she’s become a divorcee in waiting. 

Throughout Villain Era, Ramey explores what it means to step fully into oneself after years of just trying to survive. “There’s a lot of freedom in knowing yourself,” she says. “It makes you feral. But in these times, joy is resistance. We should be having some fun, too.” 

Saving Country Music once wrote, “Many of the women in country music these days love to sing about lighting stuff on fire to symbolically tease their empowerment. With India Ramey, you think she’ll actually haul off and do it.” It’s an apt description for an artist who doesn’t just tell stories of strength, she lives them out loud.

With five studio albums under her belt, Ramey continues to be one of country music’s fiercest truth-tellers. Her 2017 breakout Snake Handler landed her on Rolling Stone’s “10 New Country Artists You Need to Know.” Her 2020 “post-apocalyptic western” album, Shallow Graves, earned international recognition, debuting at #6 on the Euro Americana Chart. Then came 2024’s Baptized By The Blaze, a searing chronicle of her battle with a dependence on prescribed medication and PTSD stemming from childhood trauma. Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, she sang on the title track, “Yesterday I set myself on fire / With my own hands I built that funeral pyre / I built it so high the flames touched the sky / And now I am alive because I died.”

Now, with Villain Era, India Ramey stands unapologetically in her power, delivering songs that cut deep and laugh loudly, songs that balance the weight of lived experience with the freedom of release.

https://www.indiaramey.com/

Cover: Special “Low-Dough Show” - Fifteen Bucks at the Door

Doors 6pm, Music 7:30pm

A Very Special Performance!

Featuring…CAROLYN WONDERLAND & SHELLEY KING!

A musical force equipped with the soulful vocals of Janis and the guitar slinging skills of Stevie Ray, Carolyn Wonderland reaches into the depths of the Texas blues tradition with the wit of a poet. She hits the stage with unmatched presence, a true legend in her time.

“She’d grown up the child of a singer in a band and began playing her mother’s vintage Martin guitar when other girls were dressing dolls. She’d gone from being the teenage toast of her hometown Houston to sleeping in her van in Austin amid heaps of critical acclaim for fine recordings Alcohol & Salvation, Bloodless Revolution, and most recently, Miss Understood, Peace Meal, and Moon Goes Missing.

Along with the guitar and the multitude of other instruments she learned to play – trumpet, accordion, piano, mandolin, lap steel – Wonderland’s ability to whistle remains most unusual. Whistling is a uniquely vocal art seldom invoked in modern music, yet it’s among the most spectacular talents the human voice possesses.

That vocal proficiency was well-established in the singer’s midteens, landing her gigs at Fitzgerald’s by age 15. She absorbed Houston influences like Little Screamin’ Kenny and soaked up the Mad Hatter of Texas music, Doug Sahm. The Lone Star State was as credible and fertile a proving ground for blues in the 1980s as existed, especially in Austin with Stevie Ray Vaughan & Double Trouble, the Fabulous Thunderbirds, Angela Strehli, Omar & the Howlers, and Lou Ann Barton all in their prime. By the following decade, Austin’s blues luster thinned, but Houston, always a bastion of soul and R&B, boasted the Imperial Monkeys with the effervescent Carolyn Wonderland as ruler of the jungle.

Today, Carolyn is one of the most recognized names in her genre across Austin and the state of Texas.

Shelley King is a musical ambassador of the Austin, Texas sound. For the past twenty years King has built a solid national career as a singer and songwriter who is both a successful solo artist and leader of a formidable band of Austin’s finest musicians. Her blend of original blues, rock, folk, country, soul and gospel led her to be the first woman appointed by the Texas Legislature to represent the state as it’s Official Texas State Artist – Musician; an honor similar to poet laureate. On stage she leads her band through tangents of electric Southern blues and acoustic folk, revved-up Cajun country and rock and roll with a charismatic ease that evidences the resilience of a lifelong performer. She has won Austin Music Awards for Song of the Year and Best Roots Rock Band and released seven albums of original music to rave reviews and radio chart success. Shelley tours relentlessly, performing over 180 dates a year at venues from coffee shops and house concerts to big theaters and major festivals across the world. Her songs have been recorded by numerous national and international artists and appeared in feature films.

https://carolynwonderland.com/

https://www.shelleyking.com/

Tickets: $35 and on sale now online at https://abilene.showare.com and tonight at the door

The Party Begins at 2pm and runs till 6pm.

We hope to see ya on Liberty Pole Way!

A Sunday Funday Dance Party Fundraiser For Our Friends At LUX!

Yes, Raven will be behind the bar, with Guest Bartender, Sim.

Tunes by DJ’s Keven Atoms and Ben Frazier

Special Event! Abilene loves Lux!

The Rochester bar and music scene is a community, and when tragedy strikes one of us, it is important to come together and help lift the other up. So while they rebuild, let's show our support for our neighbors and friends, the staff of Lux. 

We will be running a 50/50 raffle to raise funds.

Special thanks to Raven Strong.

Doors 4pm, Music 5:30pm

The Deep Blue String Band is a five-piece string band from Rochester, New York, brought together through friendship and a shared musical home at the Submarine School of Music. Rooted in the traditions of bluegrass, old-time fiddle tunes, Americana, and folk, the band blends timeless classics with contemporary influences to create a sound that's both familiar and fresh.

Drawing inspiration from bluegrass legends like Flatt & Scruggs, the Osborne Brothers, and Bill Monroe, while embracing the modern songwriting and genre-bending styles of Watchhouse, the Grateful Dead, and Wilco, Deep Blue String Band delivers spirited performances filled with rich harmonies, driving rhythms, and plenty of improvisation.

The band features Teresa Gianni on fiddle, Jeff Hartman on banjo, Kyle Sinden on bass and guitar, Jim Erwin on guitar, and Audra Naujokas on mandolin.

Come out for a good pickin' time with the Deep Blue String Band!

Cover: $7

Doors 4pm, Music 8pm

“Old Friends,” A Tribute to Simon & Garfunkel

Public Water Supply

Public Water Supply is a force of nature rising out of hills of upstate New York, an Alt-Rock/Indie Americana collective that turns music into magik. Powered by university-trained musicians, PWS blends fearless songwriting, spellbinding vocals, and virtuosic musicianship into a sound that feels both timeless and electrifyingly new. PWS has enchanted festival crowds and sold-out rooms alike all across the country including The Waterhole, Borderland Festival, GrassRoots and the Rochester International Jazz festival.

https://publicwatersupplymusic.com/

https://simonandgarfunkel.com/

Cover: $10 at the door

Doors 4pm, Music 7pm

Devin Tuel & Stephen Harms

Devin Tuel & Stephen Harms (formerly Native Harrow) have mesmerized audiences across the US, Canada, UK, and Europe with a series of six self-produced albums and a decade of captivating live performances. Known for their individualistic blend of folk-rock, soul, RnB, and Americana/roots, they have created a discography of “rich, engrossing records” and “instant classics” while single-mindedly following their own artistic code. They’ve consistently toured throughout Europe and the North America and have shared stages with Eagles, Robert Plant & Alison Kraus, Beth Hart, Sierra Ferrell, Courtney Marie Andrews, The Heavy Heavy, The Cactus Blossoms, and more.Their original perspective and extraordinary songwriting, combined with a completely individual approach to crafting albums and steering their career, has dubbed the pair, “Twilight twang and vintage vibes” (ROLLING STONE), “Exquisite. Expect forays into desert funk, warm ‘70s groove, jazz and piano balladry” (UNCUT), and “Razor-sharp folk rock” (MOJO).

https://dtshofficial.com/

Cover: Special Low-Dough Show-Ten Bucks at the Door

Doors 6:30pm, Music 7:30pm

Infrared Radiation Orchestra

“One of Central NY’s coolest and most gritty psychedelic garage rock outfits, the Infrared Radiation Orchestra is a throwback band with the slick mindset of a contemporary art group. They crush the sound of the late ‘60s and early ‘70s with guitarist Kim Draheim’s brilliant nuance and soaring solos, and the band’s deep and overall transcendence.” -Ithaca.com

David Bennett Cohen

David Bennett Cohen – Artist Bio

David Bennett Cohen is a pianist, keyboardist, guitarist, composer, and educator whose remarkable career spans more than six decades. Best known as the innovative keyboard player and founding member of the legendary 1960s rock band Country Joe and the Fish, he helped shape the band's signature psychedelic blues sound and performed during one of rock's most influential eras.

A classically trained pianist who fell in love with boogie-woogie and the blues as a teenager, Cohen developed a distinctive style rooted in blues, rock, folk, and American roots music. Throughout his career, he has performed and recorded with an extraordinary range of artists, including Janis Joplin, The Blues Project, Mick Taylor, Michael Bloomfield, Hubert Sumlin, Johnny Winter, Bob Weir, Jimi Hendrix, Buddy Miles, and many others.

As a solo artist, Cohen has shared the stage with performers such as Bonnie Raitt, Jerry Garcia, Richard Thompson, Leo Kottke, Booker T., and Country Joe McDonald. His acclaimed recordings—including Cookin' With Cohen, In the Pocket, David Bennett Cohen at the Piano, and Bittersweet—showcase his mastery of blues and roots piano, while his instructional books and videos have inspired generations of musicians.

Whether performing an intimate solo concert or taking the stage with fellow artists, David Bennett Cohen brings over 60 years of experience, exceptional musicianship, and an authentic connection to the rich traditions of American blues and rock.

http://irorchestra.com/

Cover: $10

Doors 4pm, Music 7:30pm

Bear Bones

Bear Bones was started by Frank Boehm and Sonam Targee 25 years ago playing acoustic music. The present-day form is an eclectic mix of original dance music. Reggae, Rock, and World Beat are staples in a Bear Bones set. Frank Boehm, Peet Mugnolo, Jim Schwarz, Chris Distasio, and Kris Kimmel is the current lineup. An all-star cast including members of The Majestics, Buddhahood, and Subsoil. 

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552335939349

Cover: $15

Doors 4pm, Music 8pm

Yeah, it’s a “Singer-Songwriter Circle,” hosted by PWS

Public Water Supply

Public Water Supply is a force of nature rising out of hills of upstate New York, an Alt-Rock/Indie Americana collective that turns music into magik. Powered by university-trained musicians, PWS blends fearless songwriting, spellbinding vocals, and virtuosic musicianship into a sound that feels both timeless and electrifyingly new. PWS has enchanted festival crowds and sold-out rooms alike all across the country including The Waterhole, Borderland Festival, GrassRoots and the Rochester International Jazz festival.

https://publicwatersupplymusic.com/

and the band’s special guests….

Brock Saltsman

https://www.facebook.com/brock.saltsman

Rose Elliott

Rose Elliott (they/them) is a singer-songwriter from Rochester, New York, making heart-felt music about love, time, acceptance, politics, growing up, and the hard-to-name feelings that come with being human.

From the artist: “My sound is gentle, melancholy, and quietly up lifting. I aim to write lyrics that are personal to me, but easy to find yourself in. I’ve been told my voice feels old-timey, distinct, and all my own — which I truly appreciate. I love creating spaces where people can listen, feel, and connect. My music is for anyone trying to feel their way through the ache, beauty, and strangeness of being alive.”

https://www.facebook.com/rose.elliott.948

Kris Schramm

Kris Schramm is a luthier and owner of K-Robin Guitars. Kris performs his soulful and grounded-in-reality original tunes with the band, Senor Jefe, as well as playing with bands such as Stars Malign. Kris has also been a featured singer in tribute shows to Jimi Hendrix and The Last Waltz. Whether singing, playing bass or guitar, Kris brings a powerful sense of feel and melody to all he does.

https://www.krobinguitars.com/about

Cover: $10 at the door

Doors 6pm, Music 7pm

Horace Trahan

Horace Trahan - One of SW Louisiana’s most revered Zydeco artists both for the depth of his lyrics and power of his performances.  A native of Ossun, Louisiana, Horace is one of Zydeco's most beloved performers and songwriters. His driving accordion, soulful voice, and unstoppable Louisiana groove have filled dance floors for decades.  His high-energy performances, riveting Zydeco sound, and infectious spirit have made Horace a favorite among dancers throughout Louisiana and beyond. If you've never experienced Horace Trahan, you're in for something special.

Horace has a rare gift for connecting with people. He doesn't just play songs—he creates a shared experience, feeding off the energy of the crowd while inspiring everyone in the room to lose themselves in the rhythm, the joy, and the rich traditions of Louisiana Creole culture. Every show is filled with laughter, heartfelt moments, and the kind of musical chemistry that turns strangers into friends.

But Horace's impact reaches beyond the dance floor.

Horace has long been known for the authentic voice he brings to his lyrics.  Many longtime Horace Trahan fans point to his self-released Keep Walking not simply because it's filled with great dance music, but because it feels deeply personal. While the album has the infectious rhythms people expect from Horace, its greatest strength is that his songs come across as reflections on real life rather than manufactured lyrics. Listeners often feel that Horace is singing with them rather than at them. 

Themes of Keep Walking resonate deeply with audiences:  perseverance through hardship; hope without denying reality; strength through community; the power of faith and gratitude; value of joy as resilience; humbling respect for ordinary people; importance of speaking truth to power … as found in songs like: Funny Things Change, Sad But True, Guilty Till Proven Innocent, When Love Takes Over.

In recent years, Horace has become an outspoken voice for compassion, justice, inclusion, and democracy. Through his Facebook posts, music, and conversations with fans, Horace has spoken passionately against racism, authoritarianism, and policies of the Trump administration—including immigration enforcement practices that he believes have harmed families and communities. He has chosen to speak even when doing so has come with personal and professional costs, because he believes that silence in the face of injustice is not an option.

Horace reminds us that music can be more than entertainment—it can build community, celebrate our shared humanity, and inspire us to care for one another.

 https://www.horacetrahan.com/

https://www.facebook.com/redemptiveprocess

Heavy Bone Zydeco

Heavy Bone and the Good Time Zydeco Band is a five piece group based out of Ithaca, NY. Zydeco has been in the background of these gentlemen’s lives since the beginning. Having attended the Finger Lakes Grassroots Festival of Music and Dance since early childhood, every member has a foundational appreciation for the genre. The distinctive melodies and irresistible grooves attracted the attention of this group, leading them to usher in the next generation of dance music in Ithaca.

This group comes from an intriguing blend of musical backgrounds. The members of this project have a collective resume spanning multiple decades, playing in countless musical projects ranging from country, folk, rock, and even punk rock. They’ve simultaneously come together to learn, study, and perform Creole Dance music, a rich tradition that is coveted and honored in Louisiana.

Heavy Bone has been setting its roots in Ithaca since March of 2024, but is expanding far and wide as time goes on. Members Jonas Puryear (Accordion and Vocals), Joe Hayward (Bass and Vocals), Sam Schmidt (Guitar), Cole Stearns (Washboard) and Zeb Whitford (Drums) are excited to display Upstate New York’s newest excuse to dance. Check them out on Facebook and Instagram at hvybone_goodtimezydeco for updates on upcoming shows and exciting merch alerts. Put on your Friday night getup, grab your partner, and get ready for a certifiably Good Time with Heavy Bone.

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php/?id=61565373495817

https://www.instagram.com/hvybone_goodtimezydeco/

Tickets: $20 and on sale now online at https://abilene.showare.com and tonight at the door.

Doors 6:30pm, Music 7:30pm

Kelley’s Heroes

Kelley's Heroes Band returns to Abilene on August 8 to celebrate four years as a band — back on the stage where they played their second-ever gig in 2022. In the four years since, KHB has recorded two albums (with a third, American Mutation, on the way), written more than 30 original songs, and built a repertoire nearly 100 songs deep. Expect a fiery set that's almost entirely new since that 2022 night — featuring music from the upcoming album, the new single "Daisy," and at least one brand-new song making its live debut. Enjoy a great night of music and friends!
Kelley's Heroes Band is a Rochester, NY original rock outfit led by singer-songwriter and guitarist John Kelley, along with Jon Gary.
Formed in 2022, the band has recorded two albums and written more than 30 originals in four years, drawing on classic American rock and roots traditions while keeping the songwriting front and center — sharp narrators, vivid imagery, and songs that hold together as a body of work.
The band is currently at work on its third album, American Mutation, a 12-track set slated for late 2026, led by the new single "Daisy." Alongside Kelley, the lineup features Jon Gary (bass/vocals), Jim Conner (drums), Jason Titus (keys), and Dan Hoh (guitar).

https://www.facebook.com/KelleysHeroesBand/

Cover: $10

Doors 4pm, Music 7pm

Ahren Henby

Ahren Henby is an indie pop/rock singer-songwriter based in Rochester, NY. Born and raised in Western New York, Ahren picked up music young and never put it down, writing songs and building a sound that's stayed with him ever since. Ahren draws on his influences of artists like John Mayer, Billy Joel, Jackson Browne, and Noah Kahan.

After spending his early 20's in Rochester, Ahren spent time in New Jersey playing guitar with the band Fake Pockets before the pull of the Flower City brought him home. Since returning, he's continued to write and perform, most recently releasing his synth-soaked single “Fold Before The Turn". His next single, “Redemption” is set to be released on July 22nd and is a return to his singer/songwriter roots. Ahren's music draws on years of playing live and refining his craft, both on his own and alongside other musicians. 

https://ahrenhenby.com/

https://www.facebook.com/ahrenhenby

Stephen Babcock

Stephen Babcock is an indie pop singer-songwriter whose roots run deep in the Rust Belt, where the working-class spirit of Upstate New York continues to shape his music. Raised in a family of four, including a twin brother, Babcock discovered his love for music early on through the influence of his father. At the age of 13, he began writing songs, marking the beginning of a journey grounded in authenticity, resilience, and craft.

After nearly a decade of honing his sound, Babcock released his debut project Said & Done, a collection that reflected his blue-collar upbringing and set the stage for a national tour. From songwriter circles in Nashville to venues across the country, he quickly gained a reputation for his heartfelt lyricism and compelling live performances.

His 2018 EP Fiction earned critical acclaim for its genre-blending style, leading to opportunities to open for artists such as Ed Sheeran, William Hinson, and Brad Goodall. Babcock has since been featured in PASTE, Atwood Magazine, Variance Magazine, and other notable outlets. He has also brought his music to major stages, performing at prominent festivals including NXNE, Musikfest, Music Is Art, and more.

Following the success of Monroe (2021) and When We Were Kids Ourselves (2022), Babcock continued to evolve his sound while staying true to his storytelling roots. His 2024 full-length album A Break in the Conversation marked a significant step forward, earning praise from both fans and critics alike.

Now based in Buffalo, NY, Babcock continues to push creative boundaries. After releasing numerous singles this year, including partnering with the Buffalo Sabres to release his song, “Hockey Town”, Stephen’s latest single, “Bury You Alive” released in February 2026. It’s a glimpse into a new chapter that builds on a body of work defined by emotional clarity, melodic strength, and a deep connection to place.

Stephen Babcock's music is both personal and universal, a testament to finding beauty in struggle and meaning in the everyday.

https://www.stephenbabcockmusic.com/

https://www.instagram.com/stephenbmusic?igsh=MXBwZWw0ZHJ0bWN1&utm_source=qr

Delaney West

Delaney West is a singer-songwriter from Rochester, New York, making folk-inspired indie music rooted in honest storytelling and thoughtful songwriting. She’s been writing songs since her early teens, using music as a way to make sense of the world around her and the experiences that shape her. Influenced by artists like Billie Marten, Flyte, Angie McMahon, Leonard Cohen, and Laura Marling, Delaney’s music blends intimate lyrics with warm melodies and a quietly reflective sound. After spending time at Berklee College of Music, she continued developing her voice as an artist, leaning into a style that feels both personal and timeless.

https://www.facebook.com/delaney.west.50/

https://www.instagram.com/delaneywest/?hl=en

Cover: $10

Doors 4pm, Music 8pm

Public Water Supply

Public Water Supply is a force of nature rising out of hills of upstate New York, an Alt-Rock/Indie Americana collective that turns music into magik. Powered by university-trained musicians, PWS blends fearless songwriting, spellbinding vocals, and virtuosic musicianship into a sound that feels both timeless and electrifyingly new. PWS has enchanted festival crowds and sold-out rooms alike all across the country including The Waterhole, Borderland Festival, GrassRoots and the Rochester International Jazz festival.

https://publicwatersupplymusic.com/

With Iggy’s Special Guest…

Zac Lijewski

Zac Lijewski is the fiddle player in A Girl Named Genny. He also plays in several groups in Rochester NY such as The Honey Smugglers and Big Jazz Small Band. Zac has arranged string parts for over five full length albums, and is currently working on an independent piece reimagining music for the Zelda series. Zac went to school at Nazareth College before he co-founded UUU Art Collective, an art gallery in Rochester that initiates cultural conversations through artists and art spaces.

https://www.facebook.com/zac.lijewski.3/

Cover: $10 at the door

Doors 4pm, Music 7pm

Katie Curley & Band

Katie Curley is a New York-based singer-songwriter. She has recorded several studio albums with producer and roots music legend Eric Ambel (Steve Earle, Bottle Rockets). Songs from those releases have been featured on playlists by No Depression, Saving Country Music, and Americana Highways. Bandcamp Notes (Substack) raves that “Katie Curley’s got a voice that cuts straight through you” and describes her songs as “steeped in pure country pathos.” Americana Highways adds “She’s a real hidden gem.”

www.katiecurley.com

Cover: $15 at the door

Doors 6pm, Music 7pm

Igor & The Red Elvises

Igor Yuzov was born in Germany, raised in Ukraine and studied in Russia. He grew up in the former Soviet Union, where folk music was the norm and rock'n'roll was illegal. A rebellious streak, however, led him to seek out the forbidden music. As soon as it became possible, Igor left Russia for America with his “Folk'n'Roll" band Limpopo and was personally greeted by Ronald Reagan. In 1993, Limpopo won Ed McMahon's Star Search and their popularity began to blossom. In 1995, Igor dreamed that Elvis Presley came to him and told him to start playing rock'n'roll. Igor and his Russian friends became Red Elvises and gave street performances on Santa Monica's 3rd Street Promenade. As their crowds grew larger, the City of Santa Monica ordered them to discontinue their street performances. Evolving over the years, Igor’s music has been labeled "Siberian Surf Rock” which contains humorous lyrics and grooves that forces his audience to dance. Over the past 20 years, Red Elvises have constantly toured all over the world with occasional breaks to record new music and to participate in film and television projects.

As an independent band, Red Elvises have produced 12 studio albums, two live albums, a live concert DVD, and a Greatest Hits compilation. Some of their most notable film contributions include music and or performances in “Six String Samurai”, “Mail Order Bride”, “Armageddon”, “Skippy”,  “Melrose Place”, “Fastlane", “Penn and Teller's Sin City Extravaganza”, “VH-1 Behind the Music”, and “MTV”. Red Elvises have performed for large festivals, private parties, and played on massive stages such as 2005's Live 8 Benefit Concert. No matter where they perform, Igor & Red Elvises always bring the party with them!

https://www.facebook.com/igorandredelvises/

Tickets: $22 day of show and on sale now online at https://abilene.showare.com and tonight at the door

Hey Dude After Hours presents…

​The Fall Down Festival Preview & Cookout

Event 1pm till 7pm

The Dirt Turtles

The Dirt Turtles are your friendly neighborhood honky tonkin, rock-a-billy, blues band outta the WNY/Fingerlakes region.
https://dirtturtles.com/

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php/?id=61560822022487

Papa Muse

Described as "Indie World," Papa Muse blends rock and world music with catchy hooks and funky dance-able grooves. Papa Muse has been compared to the Talking Heads, Rusted Root, Paul Simon, Devo and Rush. It's danceable and intelligent music.  

The songs are polished and often move in different directions to make them unpredictable and fresh.  The lyrics are meaningful and often present an altruistic vision for humanity, deep yet relatable and easy to digest.

The live show is dynamic and interactive, so while the message behind the music can be deep and introspective, the live show is light, whimsical and fun. "I want to inspire a sense of community empowerment and affect positive change, but without sounding preachy, so I try to keep my live show light and fun while singing about what matters most to me."

https://papamuse.com/

https://www.facebook.com/PapaMuseMusic/

Rachel Kroft Collective (Rage+Chaz)

Chaz Santucci was born in Rochester NY, and grew up in Livonia NY. Living in a small town gave him all the time to teach himself guitar starting at the age of 11. His major influences in music are wide in genre. Dinosaur Jr, Tool, Talking Heads, The Grateful Dead, Aphex Twin, Boards of Canada, Primus, King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, The Breakfast, Pinback, Bela Fleck and the Flecktones, Lotus, and The Kinks are some of his favorite bands.

Rachel JanMarie Kroft (Ragechill Jamboree Kroftington) is a Rochester native of 31 years, who started singing before she could talk. And she hasn't stopped. Whether it's an italian aria or opera, easy listening dinner jazz, or festivals all over the country. Rachel found her chops as a vocalist in Manhattan during her college years, and she's still going strong. Her current collaboration with LSTN has brought a deliberate, powerful sound to this predominantly instrumental group. Rachel credits her sound to influencers such as Susan Tedeschi, Hayley Williams, Kanika Moore, Bonnie Raitt, Amy Winehouse, and more.

https://www.facebook.com/RagechillKroftington/

Tickets: $20 advance, $25 day of show, $20 with a dish to pass. Tickets on sale now at Abilene Bar and Lounge

Closed for the evening.

But our suggestion is to walk, run, ride a scooter, whatever it takes…and get to the Perinton Amphitheater in Fairport….

‘Cause there’s gonna be one heckuva show there tonight!

Don’t miss JJ Grey and Mofo, with The Wood Brothers.

Tickets on sale right now at https://rochesterevents.com and at the venue.

Showtime is 7pm

Doors 4pm, Music 5:30pm

An Old Stoners Endorsed Show

Featuring Krypton 88

With their roots planted firmly at the "big bang" of rock and roll, Krypton 88 delivers its own brand of revved-up Americana, Rockabilly, Honky Tonk and original music.

https://www.facebook.com/people/Krypton-88/100063608649070/

Cover: $5

Doors 4pm, Music 7pm

Rissa The Righter

Rissa the Righter is a boundary-breaking indie artist whose electrifying sound blends rap, soulful vocals, and dynamic performances on piano and guitar. Fueled by a lifelong passion for music, Rissa creates with authenticity and purpose, crafting dozens of original songs and collaborating on features that transcend genres. Rissa's music is designed to move people, turning emotion into energy in motion.

Inspired by legends like J. Cole, Michael Jackson, Bob Marley, Freddie Mercury, and LaRussell, Rissa brings a fresh yet timeless energy to every stage. She has performed coast to coast, sharing stages with artists like LaRussell, AJ McQueen, and Jon B, with unforgettable shows in Los Angeles, NYC, and Philadelphia. Her journey includes playing in the Strings for Success orchestra, winning Day 26’s Headliner Showcase, and being personally booked on stage by LaRussell.

https://rissatherighter.com/

With Special Guests including..

Arron Lovejoy

Ethan Saves

Charli Unity

Moses The Prophet

God is Goddess

Free Thought Fitz

Wizardry

Ronnie 2XS

Tickets: $15 and on sale now Glowin In The Dark : Rissa The Righters Birthday Concert - Rissa The Righter and available at the door

Doors 6pm, Music 7pm

Delilah Jones

Delilah Jones brings their high-energy interpretations of Grateful Dead classics to life at Abilene Bar & Lounge on Saturday July 25.

Lineup consists of: Mike Bowers - drums Scott Calpin - mandolin/guitar Jack Moore - guitar/vocals Trevor Nilson - bass guitar Travis Prinzi - vocals Rick Ruhmel - keys/vocals

https://www.facebook.com/DelilahJonesBand/

Cover: $13

Doors 4pm, Music 9:15pm

Fox 45

They’re a heavy psych and stoner rock band executing riffs and destruction!

https://www.instagram.com/foxfortyfive/

https://www.facebook.com/foxfortyfive

Kid Tested

This three-piece machine from Cleveland, Ohio extrudes a sound which ranges from driving power ballads like, “Drawing in The Sand,” to crafted and orchestrated riff rock songs like, “Service Engine Soon” and experiments in melodic pop tunes such as, “Friend and Enemies.”

The songs are well crafted, with thoughtful lyrics containing genuine expression of the human condition. Known for their bass player’s goofy stage acrobatics and the singer’s predilection for a general higher strata weirdness, and the slick drumming of Dr. James Beil, this band undoubtedly puts on an exciting and sometimes chaotic live performance.  Kid Tested consists of singer and guitar player Shawn Mishak, Bassist Dominic Ricciardi, and drummer Jim Beil. Kid Tested has been playing since 2001. They have performed at Studio-A-Rama in Cleveland three times and have shared bills with acts such as: Land of Talk, Mission of Burma, Jad Fair, UME, and The Suzan. Mishak also wrote, directed, and helped produce a drama about a fictional Cleveland band called, “Long Way to Oblivion,” which premiered at the 35th Annual Cleveland International Film Festival and featured an all-Cleveland based band soundtrack. He is also currently in post-production on a documentary about two prominent Cleveland musicians.

Kid Tested is soon to release their long overdue fourth album, “How We Do” which is due out in the autumn of 2026 with tour dates in the works.

https://www.facebook.com/kidtestedband/https://www.facebook.com/kidtestedband/

Cover: $10 at the door

Doors 4pm, Music 5:30pm

Brian Lindsay Band

Brian Lindsay delivers an inspired roots-rocking record that is filled with swagger and inspired performances.  Backed by his veteran band and some of New York’s finest musicians, they burn through 10 songs in his trademark conceptual format. With his lyrical craftsmanship, he transports the listener to places and times, bringing a renewed sense of hope and purpose to a world...that is long over-due for revival. 

Following the success of Lindsay’s first 3 LPs, The Crossing, Esperanza, The Monkey, The Tango and the Boogaloo, which all had songs that were added to over 150 Triple A format radio stations nationally, critics agree this LP, REVIVAL is his finest.

The Brian Lindsay band has shared the stage with The Smithereens, Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes, Shooter Jennings, Donna the Buffalo, Willie Nile, Poppa Chubby, The Outlaws and The Little River Band, to name a few.  

https://brianlindsay.net/

https://www.facebook.com/blindsaymusic

Cover: $7

Doors 4pm, Music 7pm

John Dady

John Dady has sung his way into the hearts of his audiences since the 1970’s when he and his brother Joe produced their first album as “The Dady Brothers”.  Captivating audiences young and old, they shared their delightful music throughout the eastern United States and across Ireland. In 2015, they were presented the Tommy Makem Festival of Song Award and in 2020 were inducted into the Rochester Music Hall of Fame. 

Since Joe’s untimely death, John has carried on the tradition. Playing upside-down, left-handed guitar and ukulele, his vast repertoire of songs includes original compositions, Irish and American Folk songs and popular tunes from the Big Band Era to the Beatles and the Band. He tailors each performance to foster a personal connection with his audience. 

https://johndadymusic.com/

Cover: $10

Doors 4pm, Music 6pm

“Songwriter Showcase”

Featuring Airin Fae, Kris Acklen, Sara Elizabeth, Jeremy Button, & Katie Alessandra

Come on down to Abilene on July 22 for a night you don’t wanna miss, full of original music with some awesome players.

https://www.instagram.com/airinfae_music/

https://www.krisacklen.com/

http://www.saraelizabethmusic.com/

https://www.facebook.com/jeremy.button.9/

https://www.facebook.com/KatieMangiameleMusic/

Cover: $10 at the door