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The Zappa Band launches first headlining tour in the U.S.

Mike Keneally, guitarist for The Zappa Band, chats with The New School Free Press via Zoom in May. The Zappa Band launched their first ever headlining tour on Sunday in Homer, NY, and are scheduled to perform in New York City at Sony Hall tomorrow night.

Guitarist Mike Keneally discusses forming the group, launching the tour, and performing unheard compositions penned by Frank Zappa. The Zappa Band, an ensemble that includes musicians who previously…

Albums to look out for this year

Music is an important part of many people's everyday lives, and is the universal language of the world, so when new music is produced we’re here to report it. Here we list some highly-anticipated upcoming and newly released albums of 2022. Illustration by Ethan Sim

Don’t miss these eight albums set to be released through 2022. Kehlani, “Blue Water Road” — April 29 Kehlani is one of Oakland, California’s pride and joys. Their…

George Clinton debuts ‘Light Years’ art installation at NeueHouse Madison Square, on display through June 17

George Clinton celebrated the debut of his artwork in New York City with a conversation and performance at NeueHouse Madison Square on Tuesday. Select works by the Godfather of Funk are on display at the gallery through June 17. Photo by Christian Richey

The Godfather of Funk held a performance and conversation at NeueHouse on May 17 to celebrate the unveiling of his art in NYC. George Clinton, the Godfather of…

‘Harry’s House’: Crossing the bridge of growing pains

On the cover of his third album, Harry Styles stands in an upside down living room, staring in wonderment at the light on the floor. New School Free Press reporter reviews “Harry’s House,” released today. Image courtesy of Harry Styles. Photo illustration by Layna Williams

We live in a world unfamiliar from the last time Harry Styles released an album. His second album “Fine Line” was released in December 2019, a few months…

Kurt Deimer, a multi-disciplinary artist who works with Bon Jovi’s Phil X, hits New York with virtuoso guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen

Left: Kurt Deimer and Bon Jovi guitarist Phil X supporting Yngwie Malmsteen at the Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts on May 3. Right: Yngwie Malmsteen. The touring package is scheduled to stop in New York City at Gramercy Theatre tonight. Photos by Johnny Knollwood

The singer, writer and actor who appeared in ‘Halloween’ released his debut EP at the end of last year and will perform at Gramercy Theatre tonight alongside the…

Steve Hackett, former Genesis guitarist, rocks Beacon Theatre

Steve Hackett returned to New York City at the Beacon Theatre on April 3. Hackett is currently playing the entirety of Genesis’ “Seconds Out” on tour, his final album with the group. Photo by Johnny Knollwood

Steve Hackett, best known as the guitar player for Genesis from 1971 to 1977, returned to New York City’s Beacon Theatre on April 3. The legendary guitarist who…