The 443 Social Club
443 Burnet Ave., Syracuse

Multiple award-winning jazz, funk and blues harmonica player, singer, and songwriter Jason Ricci has played with, toured, and recorded with some of the world's most esteemed blues, jazz, rock, and New Orleans musical legends. Jason is included in nearly every top 10 and top 20 list of harmonica players in magazines and all over the internet.

The 443 Social Club
443 Burnet Ave., Syracuse

Illinois-based Brandon Santini radiates raw emotion and infectious energy to audiences worldwide. Born in the Piedmont region of North Carolina and raised on historic Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee; Santini's profound connection to the blues & American roots music fuels his high-energy blend of traditional blues with a contemporary twist, earning him critical acclaim and awards along the way.

The 443 Social Club
443 Burnet Ave., Syracuse

Jeffrey Gaines has been heralded for his soul-searching lyrics and his powerful live performances. With only his voice and a guitar for accompaniment, Gaines has earned a reputation as a captivating performer, entertaining his audiences worldwide.

The 443 Social Club
443 Burnet Ave., Syracuse

Join us for our once-a-month rockin' rhythm and roots par-tay at The 443!

It's the best hang in town and we can't think of a better way to spend Sunday afternoon than grooving to the tasty tunes of the mighty Los Blancos.

The 443 Social Club
443 Burnet Ave., Syracuse

"A remarkable, contemporary bluesman… a powerhouse young guitarist and soulful vocalist…
a major player… highly recommended"
– Rolling Stone

"No one in blues compares to young Florida-based guitarist Selwyn Birchwood. With the quality of his material, combined with a vibrant stage persona, there's no need to borrow tunes from the greats who went before him. Lean yet mean and tough ... lyrically and musically intense" — American Songwriter

"Rising blues star Selwyn Birchwood is the real deal. Birchwood puts his own fresh spin on the blues, taking the tradition and making it into something new." — Guitar World

The 443 Social Club
443 Burnet Ave., Syracuse

Dead to the Core is a collective of singer-songwriters and acoustic musicians, led by musician/author Jeffrey Pepper Rodgers, that celebrates the music of the Grateful Dead—not through note-for-note re-creations but by playing the songs their own way, letting them grow and evolve collaboratively in the true spirit of the Dead.

This show features the original Syracuse-based band. Joining Rodgers (guitar, Strumstick) are Tim Burns of Two Hour Delay (guitar, mandolin), Wendy Sassafras Ramsay (flute, clarinet, accordion), Josh Dekaney (percussion kit), and John Dancks (upright bass).

The 443 Social Club
443 Burnet Ave., Syracuse

Liz Longley, acclaimed Nashville-based singer-songwriter, has long been a celebrated voice in the realm of acoustic music. Her career has been marked by both authenticity and a deep connection to her audience. 2024 brings a new release, "It's Me Again," an EP featuring acoustic remakes of career-defining songs. Notably, among the revisited songs is "Unraveling," a track
that previously earned Longley the prestigious BMI John Lennon Scholarship Award.

The 443 Social Club
443 Burnet Ave., Syracuse

With Back for Me, seven-times Blues Music Awards winner Janiva Magness continues to renew and redefine her widely celebrated relationship with the music on a powerfully engaging, emotionally rich collection. Produced by her longtime guitarist and collaborator Dave Darling, the album is a treasure chest of lesser-known gems by well-known artists (Bill Withers, Ray LaMontagne, Allen Toussaint, Doyle Bramhall II, Tracy Nelson) and deep-dive discoveries brought through Magness' voracious, wide-ranging searches for songs that connect with the deep feelings embodied in her voice and music, cherished by her fans.

The 443 Social Club
443 Burnet Ave., Syracuse

Sirsy is fronted by powerhouse vocalist Melanie (Mel) Krahmer, who is described as "one of the most powerful & flexible voices you'll ever hear." (-Times Union). Aftertaste Magazine said, "Bursting and belting out emotion and substance, she can be the queen of 'in the groove' rocking or be simple and delicate." Still, there is more to Mel than her soul-inspired vocals: she also plays a full drum kit while standing up (she's been featured in Modern Drummer Magazine and is officially endorsed by Paiste Cymbals and Vater Percussion). At their live shows, Mel also plays bass parts with a drum stick (on a keyboard mounted on her drums). She even throws in an occasional flute solo, too. Guitarist Rich Libutti plays a well-loved and road-worn Rickenbacker through a pedalboard full of vintage effects. "The guitar player is flawless and raw. Clean enough to be enjoyed, and just edgy enough to make you grin." (-SXSW Music Blog, Austin TX). Live, Rich also plays bass on a keyboard with his feet.

The 443 Social Club
443 Burnet Ave., Syracuse

The Barndogs are one of CNY's favorite classic rock bands. Andy Comstock, Mark Westers, John Kapusniak and Pete Szymanski are going to rock the 443, so put your party pants on and join us for a fun night of all your favorites.

The 443 Social Club
443 Burnet Ave., Syracuse

Loren Barrigar started playing guitar when he was only four years old, and by the time he was six, played the Chet Atkins hit "Yackety Axe" in front of thousands of country music fans at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. He went on to study with Jimmy Atkins (Chet's brother) which led to a touring career with his family band from Nashville to Las Vegas. Since settling down in Central New York, he has been in constant demand as a studio musician.

These days, his talented son LJ joins him on stage, following in the family business.