From 80-proof easy drinkers to 100-proof bottled-in-bond classics, 110-proof sweet spots, barrel-strength favorites, and “hazmat” bottles north of 140 proof, proof has become one of the biggest debates in whiskey. But is higher proof always better — or just more expensive? This spirited panel dives into the flavor, value, hype, and economics behind the barrel-proof […]
Cracker has been described as a lot of things over the years: alt-rock, Americana, insurgent-country, and have even had the terms punk and classic-rock thrown at them. But more than anything, Cracker are survivors. Co-founders David Lowery and Johnny Hickman have been at it for over a quarter of a century – amassing ten studio […]
Put your Bourbon IQ to the test. Compete for swag, bragging rights, and whiskey glory in a fast-paced trivia battle designed to test your knowledge of America’s signature spirit — from whiskey history and pop culture to New York distilling, bourbon legends, barrel science, and iconic bottle lore. Moderator: Brad Williams, Buffalo Happy Hour Members: […]
Rudy Nuño is a Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter whose music bridges the raw energy of punk with the heartfelt storytelling of Americana, folk, and country. A working-class artist with over a decade of experience, Nuño has built a loyal worldwide following through his authenticity, relentless work ethic, and powerful live performances. From his early days in […]
Toadies are a Fort Worth band known for their intoxicating, uneasy blend of Southern-tinged grunge, alt rock, and classic rock influences. Formed in 1989, they marry a love for the Pixies and Talking Heads with the old-school country and ZZ Top sounds they grew up on, creating a style that is both cathartic and constantly […]
Lit is considered one of the preeminent bands to have come out of the post-grunge era of the late 90's and helped define an entire generation of SoCal power punk with hard-charging hits like “My Own Worst Enemy,” “Miserable," "Zip-Lock,", and "Lipstick & Bruises." The band has released 6 worldwide studio albums, including their RIAA […]
Candy is a high energy country band drawing influence from the golden age of country music. Led by Candy, her band brings the grit, twang, and honky tonk rhythms that are integral to the genre. Candy’s storytelling, sharp humor, and unforgettable stage presence have quickly made her a staple in the western NY music community. […]
Ocular Panther crafts a bold, immersive sound that fuses electro grooves, world beat rhythms, rock grit, and futuristic funk into something entirely their own. Blending influences across genres, eras, and styles, the band creates music that is both danceable and cinematic, balancing atmospheric textures with driving energy and raw intensity. Their songs evolve organically, often […]
Think of whiskey as more than something you sip — think of it as an ingredient. This lively culinary conversation brings together food personalities, local and regional chefs, and whiskey voices to explore how spirits can bring depth, sweetness, smoke, spice, oak, and character into the kitchen. From sauces and reductions to marinades, glazes, desserts, […]
Grace Bowers is a 19-year-old, award-winning guitarist, singer, songwriter and bandleader who is undisputedly on a meteoric rise. Bowers cut her teeth playing in dive bars, inspired by a variety of music genres from rock and punk to R&B and funk. She built a growing fanbase through posting videos of her playing guitar on social media during the […]