Central New York music in 2025: Reflecting on a Syracuse Playlist
Big Green, Harmonic Dirt, Jon Regalia, Mira Grimm, Reed Kirkwood, The Rollin’ Rust, and Whitney Road. Rock enthusiasts have plenty to be excited about as well, with Max Scialdone securing a SAMMY for his latest solo effort and Into Shadow taking home the award for Best Hard Rock band. Additional notable rock acts from Central New York include Cleansed in Embers, Council, The Flashcubes/Half-Cubes, Jeremy Romance, Mad Damage, Maybe Sunday, Porch Couch, See Through Faded, Sent from Beyond, Silverset, The Yagas, and Youth Medium, featuring standout artist Vera Farmiga.
For those with eclectic tastes, Baldwinsville natives Rob McCall and Corey Jordan formed the dynamic duo All Poets and Heroes, garnering a SAMMY in 2023 and winning a notable Battle of the Bands competition in Nashville. Other noteworthy artists featured in the Syracuse Playlist include 1DRFL, Austin Jimmy Murphy, The Chainsmokers, Claud, CNY Jazz Orchestra, Delmar Place, Dram Fools, Gypsy Nights, Harvey Fonda, James and the Kyusonics, Jeff Tripoli, Jess Novak, Joe Bonamassa, Leif Olsen, Lisa Levens, Modafferi, Nate Gross Band, Regal Hardware, and Rose N Thorne.
Listeners are encouraged to explore the Syracuse Playlist on Spotify, which is regularly updated to showcase the diverse talent of Central New York musicians. While artists not available on Spotify may not be included in the playlist, they will still be featured on syracuse.com and The Post-Standard. For aspiring musicians looking to share their work, submissions are welcome via email, providing details such as artist or band name, album or song title, location, a brief bio, links to music platforms, and websites for further information.
2025 has been a vibrant year for music in Central New York, with a multitude of talented artists representing various genres and styles. Whether you’re a fan of hip-hop, R&B, country, folk, Americana, rock, or any other genre, there is something for everyone to enjoy and discover among the local music scene. As we look forward to the upcoming year, let’s continue to support and celebrate the rich musical tapestry that enriches the cultural landscape of the region.