Podcast: Episode No. 200 … with Jonathan Bordan The countdown is over. This week marks a major milestone: the 200th episode of In the Flamingo Lounge! And joining Rockabilly Greg this week for the fourth session of Rockabilly 2 Rachmaninoff, our acclaimed series with the Buffalo Philharmonic…

Today in Local Music and Community: Saturday January 10, 2026 Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. Buffalo Mafia Playoff Pop-Up Market at Greenhouse Events Center, day 2 of 3. Original Bills-themed…

Film Focus: ‘Father Mother Sister Brother’ and more opening this weekend M. Faust has your guide to movies opening this weekend in his Film Focus, including Tom Waits starring in "Father Mother Sister Brother."

Today in Local Music and Community: Friday January 9, 2026 Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. Friday, January 9 ~ Today in Local Music and Community: Buffalo Mafia Playoff Pop-Up Market at Greenhouse…

Review: Marriage story: ‘Is This Thing On?’ (Above: Laura Dern and Will Arnett in Is This Thing On? (2025). Photo by Jason McDonald/Searchlight Pictures - © 2025 Searchlight Pictures All Rights Reserved). By M. Faust Roaming the streets of Manhattan, distraught at the end of his marriage, a man…

Today in Local Music and Community: Thursday January 8, 2026 Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. The Lunch Bunch at Sportsmens Tavern. 12pm Miller and The Other Sinners at Sportsmens Tavern. 6pm - $10…

Today in Local Music and Community: Wednesday January 7, 2026 Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. Joe Baudo Jazz Quintet at Sportsmens Tavern. 12pm Grace Lougen and Sue Kincaid at Talty's Tavern. 4pm…

Podcast: Spectrum Health Journey — Good Vibrations for 2026 Ellen Cool, music therapist at Sound Transformations Music Therapy, talks about the power of music to transform and heal us…and bring us joy, too ... and more.

Today in Local Music and Community: Tuesday January 6, 2026 Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. Joe Baudo’s Big Band at Sportsmens Tavern. 12pm Dan Ross & The Boss Sauce with Sleep Well and Ponder, Mic…

FOUR BITES SUNDAY NEWS: In 2026, use your wallet to build a better Buffalo The year ahead will be the most trying time for restaurants since the Great Depression. While the average citizen cannot change national conditions, we are not powerless to affect matters within the reach of our hands. In…

Today in Local Music and Community: Monday January 5, 2026 Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. Believe in Black Rock Neighborhood Block Club Meeting at Black Rock Harbor Center. General announcements,…

Buffalo Music Players podcast: Comedian Cat Mattis Benjamin Joe has and Max Fisher talk with comedian Cat Mattis.

Buffalo Music: Nickel City Soundtrack – Best of 2025 On the latest episode of the Nickel City Soundtrack, the crew talks the best records of 2025.

Today in Local Music and Community: Sunday January 4, 2026 w The Enderle Experience at Hamburg Brewing Company. 10am - 2pm Jacob Jay at Jazzboline Restaurant & Bar. 10am - 230pm Marty Peters & Guest at The Gin Mill, Ellicottville NY. 1pm Pete's Pet Food Pantry. Free emergency pet food for those in…

Podcast: Josh English joins Rockabilly Greg in the Flamingo Lounge On December 17, 2025, the Flamingo Lounge welcomed the prolific Josh English for an in-depth conversation about his life behind the kit. Josh shared insights into his primary work with the high-energy group Grosh, as well as the…

Today in Local Music and Community: Saturday January 4, 2026 Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. Brunch with The Lansom's at The Terrace at Delaware Park. Featuring Carolyn Lansom Music, vocals, and…

Film Focus: ‘The Dutchman’ returns to the big screen among new openings Local film adaptation "The Dutchman" returns to the big screen as other new films open across Buffalo. Read more in this week's Film Focus.

Today in Local Music and Community: Friday January 2, 2026 Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. Meadowlark Lime at Milkie's on Elmwood. Doors at 430pm - $8 McCarthyizm at Sportsmens Tavern. 5pm - $10…

Film Focus: ‘The Dutchman’ returns to the big screen among new openings Local film adaptation "The Dutchman" returns to the big screen as other new films open across Buffalo. Read more in this week's Film Focus.

Today in Local Music and Community: Friday January 2, 2026 Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. Meadowlark Lime at Milkie's on Elmwood. Doors at 430pm - $8 McCarthyizm at Sportsmens Tavern. 5pm - $10…

Six questions with Colin Mochrie Improv while under hypnosis? With "Whose Line" legend Colin Mochrie? The Buffalo Hive's Jason Pomietlasz asked Mochrie a few questions in the leadup to this weekend's shows.

The Comedy Buzz  Comedy. Every day. Jason Pomietlasz has the details on who you can see and where, including Colin Mochrie and hypnotist Asad Mecci at Fallsview and Kam Patterson at Helium.

Today in Local Music and Community: Wednesday December 31, 2025 Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. Wednesday, December 31 ~ Today in Local Music and Community: Noon Year's Eve at The Buffalo History…

Today in Local Music and Community: Tuesday December 30, 2025 Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. Frost Fest at Buffalo Museum of Science, day 4 of 4. Indoor seasonal activities, stage shows, and…

FOUR BITES SUNDAY NEWS: Cheezaatar lands in Kenmore with manakish, shawarma, and Levantine savor Manakish are essential Levantine street food, pizzalike discs of dough patted out, and dimpled to bear adornments of olive oil, herb, cheese, or meat. Since Manakeesh and More went dark on Hertel…

Today in Local Music and Community: Monday December 29, 2025 Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. Frost Fest at Buffalo Museum of Science, day 3 of 4. Indoor seasonal activities, stage shows, and…

Buffalo Music Players podcast drops: Jay Aquarious, Caitlin Steitzer, AK Benjamin Joe has and Max Fisher are back with podcasts featuring Jay Aquarious, Caitlin Steitzer and AK.

Buffalo Music: Nickel City Soundtrack – Crosswords in Pen (John Vaughan) On the latest episode of the Nickel City Soundtrack, the crew talked to John Vaughan, the bass player of Buffalo Hardcore stalwarts Spaced. He also sings and plays bass in a band called gas station. They talked about finding…

Today in Local Music and Community: Sunday December 28, 2025 Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. Jon Lehning Music Trio at Hamburg Brewing Company. 10am Frost Fest at Buffalo Museum of Science, day 1…

Podcast: Tod Kniazuk joins Rockabilly Greg in the Flamingo Lounge Tod Kniazuk has been invlved in music and culture all over the WNY landscape, including creating the Big Easy in Buffalo. This week he joins Rockabille Greg in the Flamingo Lounge.

Today in Local Music and Community: Saturday December 27, 2025 w Buffalo Holiday Market Winter Market at the Richardson Olmsted Complex, day 2 of 3. Markets every weekend for four weeks with different vendors every week. 80+ vendors. 11am - 8pm Strong Hearts Memoial Snow Roll Ride for Lydia with…

The Comedy Buzz: Malik Bazille, Kevin Herrera, Josh Potter and more come to Buffalo Jason Pomietlasz has live comedy events you can check out in the days between holidays. Read more in The Comedy Buzz.

Film Focus: ‘Marty Supreme,’ ‘Anaconda,’ ‘Song Sung Blue’ open today "Marty Supreme," "Anaconda," "Song Sung Blue" and other films are opening in theaters across WNY. Check out M. Faust's Film Focus for more information.

Today in Local Music and Community: Friday December 26, 2025 Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. Christmas and Farewell Party at D-Tour Bar & Grill. Music by DJ Charles Masters. 4pm Buffalo Holiday…

Review: Christmastime is biopic time — ‘Song Sung Blue,’ ‘Marty Supreme’ M. Faust reviews two films opening today: "Song Sung Blue" and "Marty Supreme."

WNY Outdoors: In search of peaceful forest walks We've been waiting for the snow to melt, or at least melt a bit, to launch Catie Keller's hiking column. Today is that day, at least outside the editor's home in Erie County. So consider this a holiday gift ... and consider a good hike today or…

Today in Local Music and Community: Wednesday December 24, 2025 Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. Joe Baudo’s Big Band Jazz Quintet Christmas Eve Lunch at Sportsmens Tavern. 12pm Nick Osman at…

Today in Local Music and Community: Tuesday December 23, 2025 Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. The Frizz at Sportsmens Tavern. 12 - 2pm Live Performance of "A Charlie Brown Christmas" on the Covey…

Today in Local Music and Community: Monday December 22, 2025 Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. Mighty Wurlitzer Concert at West Herr Riviera Theatre featuring Bruce Woody with Mark Niewiemski,…

Four Bites Sunday News: Delicious last-minute shopping suggestions that support local artisans Choosing homegrown Buffalo gifts supports your community, and twangs the heartstrings like nothing Amazon has in stock.Andrew Galarneau has suggestions in his Four Bites Sunday News.

Author Talks: Michael Parzymieso and ‘The Dale’ Parzymieso is a language arts teacher in the Buffalo Public Schools and is a passionate supporter and organizer of Western New York writers. We talked to him about his debut novel, "The Dale," writing and upcoming events he is planning. J. Tim…

Today in Local Music and Community: Sunday December 21, 2025 Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. Sunday, December 21 ~ Today in Local Music and Community: Scroll down to the ~~~~~~~~ for the list of…

Today in Local Music and Community: Saturday December 20, 2025 Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. East Aurora Wonderland at The Roycroft Campus, day 2 of 3. Outdoor winter market for three weekends in…

Podcast: Chris Panfil joins Rockabilly Greg in the Flamingo Lounge Chris Panfil, is a seasoned solo performer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist specializing in Americana-influenced songs, Pop/Rock, and Country. He is also a long-time member of the award-winning bluegrass band, Creek Bend. He…

Pedagogy as a Two-way Street “Parallel Paths: Cindi O’Mara & Ruby Merritt,” the exhibition currently on view in Beebe’s at the Gallery, marks a unique milestone in both of the artists’ creative journeys that began as a teacher/student relationship. Gerald Mead writes about how that relationship…

Today in Local Music and Community: Friday December 19, 2025 Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. Friday, December 19 ~ Today in Local Music and Community: Scroll down to the ~~~~~~~~ for the list of…

Film Focus: ‘Avatar,’ ‘Housemaid’ and ‘Spongebob’ opening Three movies — each big in their own way — will be filling theaters as they open this weekend. M. Faust has the rundown on what's showing where.

Miers on Music: Where The Bands Are – This Week in Live Music and Concert News Jeff Miers has the details on tons of upcoming holiday shows and New Year's Eve concerts, plus more concert announcements in this week's "Where The Bands Are."

The Comedy Buzz: Drew Lynch, local comedians and more! Drew Lynch, "the stuttering comedian" heads to Buffalo this week, plus more local comedy acts you won't want to miss. Read more in Jason Pomietlasz's The Comedy Buzz.

Today in Local Music and Community: Thursday December 18, 2025 Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. Buffalo Bluegrass Allstars at Sportsmens Tavern. 12pm Winter Open House at Burning Books. 5 - 8pm…