2021 Capital Region Thomas Edison Music Awards
2021 Eddies Music Awards ceremony on November 14, 2021 at Universal Preservation Hall.
Photos by Andrzej Pilarczyk.
The Clay People found huge success as they climbed charts
Rock-punk band first of its kind to join The Eddies HOF ALBANY—Amassing a huge following in the ’90s and launching into stardom with their self-titled album, The Clay People pushed boundaries and blended genres to achieve their distinguishable sound. The American hard-rock punk band now joins the Capital Region Thomas... Read more » ... Read More
Capital Region legends make waves in The Eddies Hall of Fame
Albany ’80s icons The Sharks part of seventh HOF class ALBANY— With seven albums, national attention with a Billboard review, and countless performances, The Sharks have created a timeless legacy in the Capital Region music scene. They played Lark Street Festival at its height – with an iconic photo and... Read more » ... Read More
Queen of Clubs joins The Eddies HOF club
Charlene Shortsleeve serves up a legacy through artistry and music ALBANY—Known as the Queen of Clubs, Charlene Shortsleeve has been an instrumental figure in the art and music community for decades. As creative director of 288 Lark and founder of QE2 nightclub (now known as the FuzeBox), she hosted a... Read more » ... Read More
Troy’s Emerald City Band journey takes a ride to Eddie’s HOF
Beloved band left a lasting impact on music scene TROY—In the ’70s and thereafter, the Emerald City Band was a highlight of the Capital Region music scene. Known for their eclectic blend of rock, pop and soulful grooves, the band earned a reputation for electrifying performances that captivated audiences throughout... Read more » ... Read More
Celebrating 25 years, SIRSY adds Eddie’s HOF to repertoire
Upstate duo remarks on outstanding career ALBANY—From auditioning for the same band to creating their own and finding love, SIRSY’s Melanie Krahmer and Rich Libutti have always been harmonized perfectly. A gem of the upstate music scene, they have been playing together for 25 years. They have performed in every... Read more » ... Read More