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• June 6
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• The Hold Steady with special guest Hollerado and Johnny Nobody American indie rock band The Hold Steady will open up the 27th Anniversary season of Thursdays in Downtown Buffalo on June 6th. Formed four years following the break-up of the musicians former band, Lifter Puller, The Hold Steady released their debut album, “Almost Killed Me” in 2004 and came to prominence with the release of their third studio album, “Boys and Girls in America.” Noted for their lyrically dense storytelling and classic rock influences, the music of The Hold Steady includes diverse influences like punk rock, folk and even hip-hop. We can’t think of a better band to officially kick off the summer concert season in Downtown Buffalo. See you there! www.theholdsteady.net

• June 13
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• Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros with special guests St. Lucia and The Room For Edward Sharpe & His Magnetic Zeros, the past few years have been spent constantly touring the world and winning over audiences. The most recent album, “Here” featuring “Man On Fire” and “That’s What’s Up” has reached number 5 on U.S. Charts. The group is launching another world tour while working on their third album, expected to be released this year. They wowed us in 2011 during one of our last Thursdays in Lafayette Square - you definitely don't want to miss this magnetic performance on the Buffalo waterfront! www.edwardsharpeandthemagneticzeros.com

• June 20
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• Steven Page Steven Page's distinctive voice is among the most instantly recognizable in Canadian music and he will take our stage in Downtown Buffalo on June 20th. The storied musician tells of love, loss and new beginnings in his new album, “Page One.”  The album is Pages first solo release since leaving the highly-successful band he co-founded, wrote and performed with for more than 20 years, Barenaked Ladies. Over his 10-album career with Barenaked Ladies, Steven Page has been blessed with myriad international awards and nominations, while in the process selling over 12 million albums. Mark your calendar for this phenomenal show at the Harbor.  www.stevenpage.com

• June 27
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• Teddy Riley and Blackstreet featuring Dave HollisterTopping the charts throughout the 90’s, Teddy Riley has made a name for himself as a Grammy Award winner and pioneer of the new jack swing, fusing hip-hop and dance-pop with the urban contemporary sounds of R&B. Alongside band Blackstreet, they have produced smash hit singles such as “No Diggity” and “Don’t Leave Me” along with multi-platinum albums. Hailed as a leader of new age R&B, Riley has collaborated with stars such as Michael Jackson, Dr. Dre and Jay-Z.  Known for their signature dance move, “The Lean” they will be sure to have you dancing at the harbor!

• July 11
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• G. Love & Special Sauce and Arkells with special guest The Drowning MenThere is just something about that Garrett Dutton, better known as G. Love. Hailing from the mean streets of Philly, and proud of it, the band is often categorized as alternative hip-hop. But the band and their performances are so much more than that. The unique, laid-back, rhythm and blues mixed with rap and amazing harmonica skills make for some phenomenal live performances. And while we haven’t seen G. Love and his Special Sauce since 2010 when they rocked Lafayette Square, we know these Philly fellas will be back with their arsenal of their post hip-hop, Beatles influenced blues-rock. Don’t miss it! www.philadelphonic.com

• July 18
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• Los Lonely Boys with special guests Good Night Texas and Randle & The Late Night Scandals Grammy Award winning brothers, Henry, Jogo and Ringo, make up American Chicano power rock trio, Los Lonely Boys. They hail from San Angelo, Texas and grew up surrounded by music. Their father Ringo Garza Sr., also played in a band with his brothers, The Falcones. These three hermanos play a style of music they call Texican rock n’ roll, a combination of rock, blues, soul, country and Tejano. Do not miss this night of easy-going grooves, sweet harmonies and wicked guitar playing on the Buffalo waterfront. See you there! www.loslonelyboys.com

• July 25
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• The Fixx with special guests Wang Chung and Indians Fresh off the release of their 10th studio album, “Beautiful Friction”, this English new wave band brings their 80’s pop hits and contemporary rock style to Canalside on July 25th. The Fixx has topped the charts with hits such as “Red Skies” and “One Thing Leads to Another,” keeping their unique rock style intact with inspiration from the world around them. The passion in their catchy melodies and guitar hooks are sure to have you rockin! www.thefixx.com

• Aug 1
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• Yonder Mountain String Band with special guest Railroad Earth Yonder Mountain String Band has blended progressive bluegrass roots with country for years. They are pioneers of the genre, but not afraid to push boundaries their “untraditional” bass/mandolin/banjo/guitar line-up. The band uses their up-tempo style, passion and free spirited attitude to throw a musical party. Yonder Mountain is known for their high-energy improvisational live performances and love of bluegrass music. They never feature the same set-list at live shows… and we think this one will be even better than the last time we saw them at Lafayette Square in 2008. www.yondermountain.com

• Aug 8
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• Halestorm with special guests Highly Suspect and Melia Pennsylvania American rock band, Halestorm, will take the stage at Canalside on August 8th. Led by front woman and lead singer, Lzzy Hale, this hardcore rock band has produced hits such as “Love Bites (So Do I)” and “Freak Like Me,” leading to a 2013 Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock/Metal Performance. Touring with bands like Seether, Papa Roach and Evanescence, this band is ready to take their act to the next level. With escalated tempos and raw energy, each show blends hardcore rock with powerful ballads. This will be a do-not-miss show for Canalside this summer. See you there! www.halestormrocks.com

• Aug 15
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• An Evening with Todd Rundgren with special guest Sister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds Rock-n-roll star Todd Rundgren created the pop hits “Hello It’s Me” and “I Saw the Light” and will bring his talents to our stage in Downtown Buffalo on August 15th. Performing with the band “Uptopia” in the 70’s and 80’s, Rundgren has utilized his multi-instrument talents to produce massive hits like “Bat Out of Hell” for the band Meatloaf. A pioneer in electronic music and progressive rock scene, his instrumental set will deliver a truly classic rock show that will be sure to have you jamming on the waterfront! www.tr-i.com

• Aug 22
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• Adam Ant and The Good, The Mad & The Lovely Posse with special guest Wicked GrinHe started a new romantic punk rock movement in the early 80’s with the band, Adam and the Ants and is back with an international tour that will bring him to Downtown Buffalo on August 22nd. English musician and rock and roll idol Adam Ant is known for mixing contemporary dance tracks with original rock-n-roll sounds. This Grammy nominated artist has produced 10 UK top ten hits. Don’t miss new wave British rocker Adam Ant as he takes the stage at Canalside for what will be a night to remember!  www.adam-ant.com

• Aug 29
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• Lotus with special guest AqueousLotus, a band known as pioneers of the “jamtronica” music scene, will close the 27th anniversary season of Thursday night music in Downtown. On any given weekend, the band could be the only group with guitars at an electronic music festival and the next night, crash a traditional rock festival with their heavy beats and samples. Their biography says they are equal parts instrumental post-rock and electronic dance. We think that their energetic and joyful show will be the perfect end to another phenomenal concert season in Downtown Buffalo. www.lotusvibes.com

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