In the Flamingo Lounge (2025)

27/09/2025

“In the Flamingo Lounge with Rockabilly Greg” is an audio collection of stories that delves deep into the vibrant musical history of Buffalo and Western New York creating a living archive where each story adds a unique thread to the overall narrative.

Joining me this week In the Flamingo Lounge is Sue Kincaid.

Sue Kincaid’s journey began in 1981 at a small club on Delaware Road in Kenmore, New York. Since the tender age of 14, Sue has been singing songs that inspire her and bring peace to others.

From those early days of singing popular rock 'n' roll, Sue’s repertoire has expanded to include all genres of music. Yet, her main passion remains writing and recording.

Sue has performed countless original pieces, both her own and those composed by other local Buffalo musicians. She has also lent her vocals to radio and television advertisements.

Throughout her career, Sue has received numerous music awards and has had the honor of working with many Buffalo Music Hall of Fame musicians.

Her style is a signature blend of passion, sensuality, and soul—a voice that is uniquely and beautifully her own, whether she's performing with a guitarist, a keyboardist, or a full band.

For Sue, life’s work extends beyond the microphone. As a certified Yoga Therapist, she has spent decades helping individuals suffering from cancer and dementia. For her, music and wellness are two sides of the same coin—gifts she shares to heal and inspire. The incredible talent of the Buffalo music community has not only championed her efforts but also humbled her, solidifying her deep appreciation for the city she calls home.

You can find the episode where you get your podcasts, YouTube, at the buffalo hive dot com or at rockabillygreg dot com where "it's all about the music".

Links to the episode are in the comments section.

23/09/2025

Broadway meets Buffalo at Showstopping Pops! this Saturday, September 27 at Kleinhans! Join us for a dazzling night of musical theatre hits with Buffalo-born stars Jay Dref and Michele Ragusa, led by Principal Pops Conductor Ron Spigelman. Featuring music from West Side Story, The Music Man, Beauty and the Beast, Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera, and more.

🎉 Encore Hour: After the show, keep the energy going! Grab a drink, meet Ron, and mingle in the lobby bar—open for an hour post-concert. No rush, just good vibes.

🎟️ Tickets: bpo.org/showstopping-pops

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The Pops Series is presented by M&T Bank

20/09/2025

“In the Flamingo Lounge with Rockabilly Greg” is an audio collection of stories that delves deep into the vibrant musical history of Buffalo and Western New York creating a living archive where each story adds a unique thread to the overall narrative.

Joining me this week In the Flamingo Lounge is Andrew Loefke.

Andrew Loefke, also known as LoF or andy13, is a veteran bassist and vocalist with decades of experience in rock and roll. His sound is heavily influenced by British blues, East Coast punk, and psychedelic rock, resulting in a heavy, loud, and relentless musical style.

Loefke is an active member of the Buffalo, New York music scene, currently performing with six bands: chloroform, Iron Fist, Tombstone Hands, Shoot Ya, Cowboy Vampires , and Bitey. He also regularly organizes and participates in one-off projects and short-term musical events for charity and tributes.

Music runs in his family, with his grandfather, Alvin Loefke, being a professional pedal steel player who had charted songs in the 1950s.

Loefke’s career began early; he was playing clubs by the age of 12 and touring North America in his twenties. Throughout his career, he has released multiple records, worked as a session musician, and even composed music for a ballet. In addition to his performance career, Loefke spent over eight years as the front-of-house sound production manager at Mohawk Place, a well-known music venue in Buffalo.

You can find the episode where you get your podcasts, YouTube, at the buffalo hive dot com or at rockabillygreg dot com where "it's all about the music".

Links to the episode are in the comments section.

13/09/2025

This week, prepare to embark on a musical journey that marks the second episode of "Rockabilly 2 Rachmaninoff," a captivating new series “In the Flamingo Lounge” dropping every two months on the second Saturday. Each episode promises unique insights, and features a special guest from the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra.

Joining us for the second episode, is Classical crossover tenor Jay Dref. Jay inspires audiences with his passionate, transcendent voice. His uplifting, timeless interpretations of classic standards and modern material has quickly made him one of the premier vocalists of his generation. Reviewers have called him “Groban-like” and his music has become very popular on classical crossover and adult contemporary playlists on Spotify where he has over 100,000 listeners in 157 different countries.

A Buffalo native, Jay is a graduate of The Juilliard School. He has toured internationally and performed at venues such as New York’s Lincoln Center, Los Angeles’ Dolby Theatre, and the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville. Jay also has appeared in concert with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, the Niagara Symphony Orchestra and the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra.

Most recently, Jay has collaborated with world-renowned soprano Sarah Brightman on several concert tours spanning four continents. He will continue to tour with Ms. Brightman throughout this year.

Jay will be performing an eclectic offering of popular tunes with Buffalo born and bred vocalist Michele Ragusa on Saturday, September 27 at Kleinhans Music Hall.

You can find the episode where you get your podcasts, YouTube, at the buffalo hive dot com or at rockabillygreg dot com where "it's all about the music".

Links to the episode are in the comments section.

11/09/2025

Today marks the 24th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. To commemorate the day, I'm sharing a moving performance by my best friend and musical partner, Steve Metivier. Back in October 2024, Steve joined me on the podcast and performed his original song, "Bridge," a piece he wrote specifically in response to the tragedy. A link to the episode is below. You will find the song at the 56:48 mark.

06/09/2025

“In the Flamingo Lounge with Rockabilly Greg” is an audio collection of stories that delves deep into the vibrant musical history of Buffalo and Western New York creating a living archive where each story adds a unique thread to the overall narrative.

Joining me this week In the Flamingo Lounge is Danielle A. – Diyené . She drove 14 hours from Atlanta to record an a dynamic session where she shares her story and a live, heartfelt recording of “Better”.

Danielle A. is a Buffalo-born soul fusion artist whose music blends gospel, R&B, jazz, and other influences into a sound that is both powerful and deeply personal. With a background in theater, poetry, and music, she weaves soulful vocals and poetic storytelling into performances that feel intimate, explosive, and unforgettable.

As the founder and lead voice of Diyené, Danielle channels her community’s grit and warmth, creating music that breaks barriers and builds connection. When she is not in the artistic sphere, she is an educator. She is going into her 4th year in the school system. In the classroom, she inspires the next generation of community members with the belief that everyone has something important to say; they just need the space and skill to say it.

You can find the episode where you get your podcasts, YouTube, at the buffalo hive dot com or at rockabillygreg dot com where "it's all about the music".

Links to the episode are in the comments section.

02/09/2025

The Niagara Falls Music Hall of Fame is hosting a fundraiser on Sunday October 12. Details below.

30/08/2025

“In the Flamingo Lounge with Rockabilly Greg” is an audio collection of stories that delves deep into the vibrant musical history of Buffalo and Western New York creating a living archive where each story adds a unique thread to the overall narrative.

Joining me this week In the Flamingo Lounge are Adam Bronstein and Ellen Pieroni.

Ellen Pieroni, a soul jazz saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist from Buffalo, NY, has been a prominent figure in the local music scene for over a decade. Her band, Ellen Pieroni & the Encyclopedia of Soul (EoS), was recently featured on NPR's All Things Considered as a "jazz standout" in this year's Tiny Desk Contest. Their smooth, original music, inspired by artists like Grover Washington Jr. and King Curtis, is driven by Pieroni's captivating melodies and the band's thoughtful improvisations over deep grooves.

Buffalo, NY guitarist Adam Bronstein is known for his clever songwriting and playful improvisation, creating instrumental music that blends bebop, fusion, soul-jazz, and psychedelia. With three studio albums released in the past two years—Intention/Invention, ABtrio, and Jazz ≠ Jazz—as well as the live album Live at Black Dots, Bronstein has established himself as a prolific artist. While touring with Louis Prima Jr. & The Witnesses and Ellen Pieroni and The Encyclopedia of Soul, he also leads his trio, Adam Bronstein & ABtrio, on frequent tours across the Northeast and Midwest.

You can find the episode where you get your podcasts, YouTube, at the buffalo hive dot com or at rockabillygreg dot com where "it's all about the music".

Links to the episode are in the comments section.

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