by Linda Cortese | Jan 9, 2026 | Archive
“…one of the New York area’s finest female singer-songwriters” The Claudia Jacobs Band are psyched to return with their usual mix of pathos, fun, and very possibly a bit of ribaldry! WFUVs John Platt called Claudia “One of the New York area’s finest...
by Linda Cortese | Dec 14, 2025 | Archive
“…a voice like crystal, cleverly emotional lyrics, and a room-silencing stage presence.” Kirsten Maxwell is a New York born artist, singer, and songwriter, known for her unique voice, reminiscent of Collins, Mitchell, and Baez. With a background in...
by Linda Cortese | Oct 17, 2025 | Archive
“American Music with rhythms and melodies influenced by Toby’s South African homeland.” The Toby Tobias Ensemble is an original music initiative created by Huntington Station-based songwriter and performer, Toby Tobias. Born and raised in...
by Linda Cortese | Oct 17, 2025 | Archive
“A singer/songwriter who will seduce you with her voice and then belt you with the blues.” With a voice as powerful as it is sultry and sweet, singer/songwriter Christine Sweeney deftly handles poppy and playful without sacrificing genuine emotion to...
by Linda Cortese | Aug 30, 2025 | Archive
“…harmonies that can charm the birds out of the trees…” Called “The keepers of the flame of 1960s folk-rock,” Long Island-based folk-rock trio Gathering Time (Stuart Markus, Gerry McKeveny, and since 2022 Christine Sweeney) has...
