TURNING LEAVES MUSIC FESTIVAL 2026

Astoria Music Collective presents Turning Leaves 🍃 10th Anniversary Festival! Three weekends. Eleven venues. Fifty-plus local artists and bands.

@astoriamusiccollectivenyc presents Turning Leaves 🍃 10th Anniversary Festival! Three weekends. Eleven venues. Fifty-plus local artists and bands.

WEEK ONE:
📅 Nov 6th, Nov 7th & Nov 8th

WEEK TWO:
📅 Nov 13th & 14th

WEEK THREE
📅 Nov 20th, 21st & 22nd

THE VENUES:
📍@thegafastoria
📍@maddonkey36
📍@murphysbarastoria
📍@sweetavenuenyc
📍@thelocal_astoria
📍@heartofgoldastoria
📍@hutch.astoria
📍@pigbeachqueens
📍@thewolfhound
📍@dalyspub
📍@dkpublic

🎶 FOLLOW @astoriamusiccollectivenyc FOR LINEUPS & EVENT DETAILS

⚡️sponsored by @lizzyguitars
🎨 artwork by Barbara Dragon of @therepressions

Look for a keepsake poster with the complete list of of artists and bands soon on the AMC page.

(The Repressions are playing the DKPubLIC show on Saturday November 21st with Brandon Glasgow, Bill Grady, Patrick Stevens and Paul and Aly!)

November 6, 2026 0

Saturday November 7th at The People’s Voice Cafe

Saturday November 7th! The Repressions are honored to perform at the historic Peoples’ Voice Cafe with Joel Landy, Bev Grant, Dilson Hernandez, and Hot Glue and the Gun! Join us for a post election concert for songs of community, action, and unity. Join us in NYC or watch the livestream from anywhere.

People’s Voice Cafe

239 Thompson Street (lower level)

bet. West 3rd & West 4th Streets

New York, NY 10012

TRANSPORTATION:

to West 4th St./Washington Square – south exit
Walk three blocks east to Thompson Street; turn left. (3 minutes)
MAP

SHOWTIMES:
All shows start at 8 PM sharp, Saturdays. Doors open at 7:15.
No reservations, so come early to be assured a seat.

ADMISSION:
Suggested contribution: $20. Friends of PVC*: $12. Students & Youth: $12
Folk Music Society of NY Members: $12. Judson Memorial Church Members: $12
More if you choose, less if you can’t. No one turned away for lack of money.
* Friends of PVC include monthly sustainers, regular volunteers, Collective members,
performers and people who donate at least $30.

ACCESSIBILITY:
Wheelchair accessible (including bathrooms). For info call 212-787-3903.

Buy In-Person tickets at door or through Afton (before 8:30 pm Nov. 7)
https://aftontickets.com/After_the_Election_Whats_Next_IN_PERSON

Buy Online tickets through Afton (even after the show!) and watch for 15 days
https://aftontickets.com/After_the_Election_Whats_Next_LIVESTREAM

November 4, 2026 0

The New|York Asbury Park Music Exchange – 10/13 in NYC

Please join us this TUESDAY 10/13 at Cowgirl Seahorse for a full night of live music featuring four bands— two hometown bands from NYC, and two visiting bands from Asbury Park, NJ!! 💥🎸

It’s the second round of “The NEW YORK / ASBURY PARK Music Exchange”, a brand new monthly event series produced, hosted & curated by Phil Robinson (NY) & Brian Erickson (AP)!! 🎉🎉

Each month, this series will alternate between the two cities, with NY bands first hosting visiting Asbury Park bands in NYC, and then the reverse the following month in Asbury Park. 🎶🎵

We’re thrilled to feature some AMAZING musicians from each city: SCOTT KROKOFF and THE REPRESSIONS (from NYC), and MIDCENTURY and RED HEAD REDEMPTION (from Asbury Park)!! 🔥🔥

If you’re in NY, swing by COWGIRL SEAHORSE on TUES 10/13, and for our Asbury friends we’ll see you at ASBURY PARK BREWERY on WED 11/11!! Come to one or both!!

“The NEW YORK / ASBURY PARK Music Exchange”

(TWO SHOWS! One in NYC, One in Asbury Park!!)

SHOW 1. TUES 10/13, 7pm-10

Cowgirl Seahorse

259 Front St

New York, NY 10038

NO COVER

SHOW 2. WED 11/11, 7pm-10

Asbury Park Brewery

614 Cookman Ave, Ste 1

Asbury Park, NJ 07712

NO COVER

FEATURED BANDS:

– Scott Krokoff [ @scottkrokoffmusic ]

– Midcentury [ @midcenturymusic ]

– The Repressions [ @therepressions ]

– Red Head Redemption [ @redheadredemptionband ]

HOSTED / CURATED BY:

– Phil Robinson [ @philrobinsonmusic ]

– Brian Erickson [ @brianitcantbedone ]

VENUES:

– Cowgirl Seahorse [ @cowgirlseahorse ]

– Asbury Park Brewery [ @asburyparkbrewery ]

PRESENTED BY:

– NY / AP Music Exchange [ @ny.ap.music.exchange ]

– Red Pants Presents [ @redpantspresents ]

– Roomful of Sky Music [ @roomfulofsky ]

Tuesday, October 13th, 2026
Cowgirl Seahorse
259 Front St, New York, NY 10038

Music begins at 7:00pm – No Cover

October 13, 2026 0

Live Stream Concert – Friday 10-9-26 – Guitar Raid Train

Today, Friday October 9th, at 4pm, The Repressions are so happy to be part of the GUITAR RAID TRAIN on Twitch! Live music, real humans in real time playing every guitar style, nonstop, from over a dozen fantastic and diverse artists! Thank you to Twitch superstar guitarist Misha Greysky Music, aka Snarf Music on Twitch, for conducting this train! Join, chat, male requests, and stay on the train to enjoy many amazing performers on Twitch. The show begins at 10 am and continues all day and night, with each artist bringing you to the next channel. You can hop in and out anytime, just follow the names and times on the poster:

Twitch is free to watch from anywhere, all you need is the internet. See you there!

October 9, 2026 0

MIDTOWN MUSIC – Friday September 18th – Greeley Square

The Repressions are thrilled to be playing Midtown Music at Greeley Square in the heart of Manhattan! This free, all ages concert is brought to you by 34th St. Partnership, with Astoria Music Collective. We’ve got new songs and new fashions planned! What a magical way to celebrate the end of summer. We love our city.

The Repressions

Seth Goldart & Company

Friday, September 18th

2:30PM-5:30PM

Greeley Square Plaza:
Broadway between 32nd and 34th Streets

presented by 34th Street in association with Astoria Music Collective

September 18, 2026 0

Sunday September 6th at Lucky on Avenue B

Sunday September 6th, we join Eddie D and The Guarantee for a wonderful evening of original indie music at Lucky! We’ll be soloing and scatting with Eddie D on his song “High Temperature,” and Eddie will be joining us on our song “Followcat.” Check our YouTube Shorts or Instagram Reels for a sneak preview from rehearsal with a lovely three part harmony.

Lucky is a friendly bar and community event space featuring seasonal cocktails and a backyard garden, located in downtown New York City.

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 6, 2026 – 7:00 PM

LUCKY – 168 Avenue B, New York, NY 10009

7:00PM: THE REPRESSIONS

8:00 PM: EDDIE D AND THE GUARANTEE

No Cover, 21+

September 5, 2026 0

Thursday July 30th at Urban Vegan Kitchen!

Plant Powered Disruptors present BITES, BEATS, AND ADVOCACY! Thursday July 30 at Urban Vegan Kitchen in New York City.

Want to help animals but don’t know where to begin (or what else you could do)? Plant Powered Disruptors got you covered!

Join us for an inspiring evening with volunteers and staff from leading animal rights and welfare organizations, who’ll walk you through the many ways you can get involved, from simple, everyday actions to more hands-on commitments.

Meet our guests:

Live music from vegan musicians The Repressions
Janani Venkaratamanan — A foodservice professional and grassroots activist who’s been volunteering with The Humane League and other organizations since 2022. Janani is passionate about corporate campaigns and legislative advocacy, and is on a mission to grow the animal rights volunteer base right here in NYC.
Diana The Vegan — Works with a local dog rescue organization and moonlights as a vegan comedian! Come for the animal advocacy, stay for the laughs.
Felicitas Oefelein — Will share her experience with cat fostering and the crucial practice of trap & release.
Mian Osumi with Voters For Animal Rights will share about building political power for animals. Come learn how the ballot box can be a powerful tool for animal protection!

And because no great evening is complete without great food, be sure to experience delicious plant-based dishes of Urban Vegan Kitchen hosting us.

Whether you have five minutes or five hours a week to give, there’s a path for you here. Come with your questions and your love for animals — leave with new friends, full stomachs, and a clear plan for how to help.
Thursday, July 30th
6:30 PM

URBAN VEGAN KITCHEN – 265 W 23rd St, New York, NY 10011

No experience necessary — just a willingness to help. See you there

Artwork by Phil DeJean

July 28, 2026 0

Saturday Songwriter Show at The Shill – 7/25/26

It’s a night of indie rock, folk rock, blues, and surprises in Astoria, Queens, one of New York City’s sweetest music scenes.

Astoria Music Collective presents Songwriters Showcase at The Shill at The Shillelagh Tavern!

Hosted and curated by Jeannie Skelly and sponsored by Lizzy Guitars.

Featured performers:

–Kyle Rogers and The Kyle Band

–The Repressions

-Johnny Sullivan

–Kate Kerning

•WHEN: Saturday, July 25th

7:30PM DOORS/ 8PM SHOW

•WHERE: The Shillelagh Tavern:

47-22 30th Ave, Astoria NY 1110

21+, No Cover

July 23, 2026 0

Your Pet Crawl~ New song and live video

This is the first live performance of The Repressions’ new song, “Your Pet Crawl,” a song about bad manners. We hope you find it cathartic, and give it a like and subscribe to the YouTube channel. Thanks for watching!

Next live show is Thursday July 30, 2026 at Urban Vegan Kitchen in Manhattan!

June 29, 2026 0