Born Buffalo

Textile Curiosities
2023-11-25 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14218-1526, United States
Textile Curiosities
Step into a world where art and nature converge in a display of faux-taxidermy moth and butterfly sculptures. Aleah Ford, known as “Moth On The Wall,” invites you to experience the enchanting realm of these ephemeral creatures through her meticulously crafted works. In this exhibition, Aleah’s sculptures come to life using textiles, wire, faux fur, clay, and flocking. The sculptures are presented within shadow boxes, reminiscent of Victorian curiosity cabinets, inviting viewers to step back in time to an era of exploration and discovery. Each box offers a glimpse into the fascinating world of the Lepidoptera.

Pile w/ Oceanator
2024-09-16 20:00 | Buffalo Iron Works, 49 Illinois St, Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Pile w/ Oceanator
Pile
“I want to do what makes me feel like a kid: experimenting, having fun, and trying to discover new things about this work,” says Pile’s Rick Maguire about All Fiction. It’s his band’s eighth record, and one that finds the ambitious group assembling its most texturally complex material yet—despite the fraught inspiration underscoring its restive lyrics.
Alongside the blistering drums and scorched-earth riffs that first galvanized Pile’s dedicated fanbase, the band has incorporated elegiac strings, mystifying vocal corrosions, and haunting synths. From the creeping fear of cinematic opener “It Comes Closer” to the euphorically ascending keys on ego-shattering closer “Neon Gray,” All Fiction is an ornate, carefully paced study on the subjectivity of perception, the data-shaping despotism of big tech, and the connections between anxiety and death. In its most vital moments, it’s also a resolute recommitment to the restorative significance of art and imagination.
For fifteen years, Pile’s evolving take on rock has earned the group one oft-repeated superlative: “your favorite band’s favorite band.” Ceaseless touring took its members from Boston’s basement circuit to international festivals, hitting loftier technical apexes with each new record. Maguire—the fastidious composer, evocative guitarist, and potent voice behind the solo-turned-punk project—gives musical body to his interior world in scream-along-able lyrics that skew surreal.
Drummer Kris Kuss’s time- defying performances, layered over gnarled basslines, have garnered widespread acclaim. 2019’s Green and Gray took Pile’s thunderous noise to more intricate realms, thanks to new recruit Alex Molini’s work on bass and keyboards, and Chappy Hull’s dextrous interplay on second guitar. That record drew praise for its political directness and instrumental ferocity, but Pile’s seventh album was almost a wholly different endeavor—one on which Maguire would favor piano.

Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, John Mellencamp: Outlaw Music Festival
2024-09-17 15:30 | Darien Lake Amphitheater, 9993 Alleghany Rd, Corfu, NY, 14036, United States

Lake Street Dive
2024-09-17 17:30 - 22:30 | Buffalo Outer Harbor, 825 Fuhrmann Blvd., Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Seneca Casinos Outer Harbor Live Concert Series featuring Lake Street Dive
Join us at the NEW Terminal B for our Seneca Buffalo Outer Harbor Live Concert Series!
LAKE STREET DRIVE

Lake Street Dive takes the stage September 17th for the Seneca Casino Outer Harbor Live Concert Series!

TICKETS
PURCHASE TICKETS

Purchase tickets HERE.
General Admission:

Gates open at 6:00pm

Premium General Admission:

Gates open at 5:30pm

Expedited entry, crowd free merch, separate bar and bathrooms, access to the Honda Tent

VENUE
VENUE INFORMATION

The NEW Terminal B at the Outer Harbor is a picturesque concert destination located directly on the water.

Unwind Wednesdays
2024-09-18 16:00 - 20:00 | Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14218-1526, United States
Unwind Wednesdays

Unwind in our Botanical Gardens after work on the third Wednesday of each month.
We all know that the hustle and bustle of our day-to-day lives can be stressful and tiring, which is exactly why we’re inviting you to join us for Unwind Wednesdays! Join us during the third week of each month as we open the conservatory from 4pm until 8pm to give you the opportunity to unplug in a quiet oasis. Read a book, write a journal entry, listen to music, sketch, meditate, or just rest in the peaceful embrace of our conservatory. Chairs and seating will be available for you to plant yourself wherever you’d like inside the greenhouses. This “middle of the week” break is a perfect way to unwind and retreat from reality. These evenings are intended to provide a quiet and non-disruptive environment recommended for ages 16 and up.

Upcoming Events

September 18, 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
October 16, 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
December 18, 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Kingdom Come w/ HYWATER
2024-09-18 20:00 | Buffalo Iron Works, 49 Illinois St, Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Kingdom Come w/ HYWATER
Kingdom Come is bringing the Keepers of the Kingdom Tour to Buffalo Iron Works on Wednesday, September 18, 2024!
Kingdom Come
Formed in Los Angeles in 1987, Kingdom Come eponymously titled debut release the following year was certified Gold while reaching #12 on the US Billboard 200. Their first single “Get it On ” hit number 4 on the Billboard charts, and became the most requested song on stations for six weeks. The follow-up single, “What Love Can Be”, also charted on the US Billboard charts, leading to Van Halen’s Monsters of Rock Tour in the summer of 1988 with Van Halen, Scorpions, Metallica, and Dokken.
1989 saw the release of their second LP, In Your Face, which produced three more charting singles, “Do You Like It”, “Who DoYou Love”, and “Overrated”, as well as extensive touring with RATT, Bon Jovi, Warrant, and Black Sabbath.
Stag, Rick Steier, and JB Frank, are veteran studio & touring drummer Matt Muckle (Paul Gilbert, Lynch Mob, Gabby Barrett) and vocalist Ezekiel, with a brand-new album release in the works, and an all-new live show! Kingdom Come is back!

$10 Thursdays
2024-09-19 10:00 - 20:00 | Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14218-1526, United States
$10 Thursdays
For a limited time, we’re keeping our doors open late with an exciting discount! Every Thursday from September 19 to November 14, the Botanical Gardens will be open from 10am-8pm for only $10. Bring your friends and family and explore our conservatory all day long.
In addition to discounted admission, you can sign up for a special evening installment of Feed the Fish on select $10 Thursdays! Attendance at Feed the Fish is available at a separate cost, click here for a full list of dates.

Upcoming Events

September 19, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
September 26, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
October 3, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
October 10, 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
October 17, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
October 24, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
October 31, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
November 7, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
November 14, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm

Feed the Fish
2024-09-06 09:30 - 2024-09-07 10:00 | Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14218-1526, United States
Feed the Fish
Get up close and personal with our family of koi fish with this unique Gardens Exclusive! Enjoy early access to the Botanical Gardens before we open to the public with a special learning experience that’s fun for all ages. Each participant receives a cup of koi fish food and time to help feed our fishy friends!

9:30 am – 10:00 am
Cost: $22/ticket | $16/child 3-12

Adults & Students ages 13 and up – $22.00 Admission is included!
Kids ages 3-12 – $16.00 Admission is included!
Kids 2 and under free but must have a ticket
Member discount does not apply for this special event
Regular admission for the day is included, so you can explore the conservatory after the feeding! This special encounter is limited to 15 people per experience. All tickets must be purchased ahead of time online. Every person must have a ticket!
Our family of koi fish and the Feed the Fish program are proudly cared for in partnership with Masterson’s Garden Center.

Thursday Night Live: RNSM
2024-09-19 17:30 - 19:30 | Buffalo AKG Art Museum, 1285 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14222, United States
Thursday Night Live: RNSM

Thursday, September 19, 2024
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm EDT
FREE
Wilson Town Square, Knox Building
Join us for a performance by RNSM!
About the Artists
RNSM, ran·som /ˈransəm — A collaboration of boundless creativity and shared purpose.
Breaking Boundaries, Embracing Unity, Shaping the Future.
The Collective Journey
RNSM isn’t just a band; it’s a thriving community of artists, dancers, photographers, producers, sound engineers, and dreamers. Our core, a dynamic ensemble of two to eight musicians, embarks on a mission to dissolve the boundaries between genres and discard the labels that confine music. Prepare to be transported into a realm where traditional rhythms morph into something entirely new. Here, universal themes transcend language barriers, and the passion between friends from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and influences ignites a musical revolution. We humbly invite you to join us on this sacred search for something greater than convention, a journey that unfolds with every note, every performance, and every one of us.
Representing Diversity
RNSM represents more than just a place; it embodies the spirit of unity that transcends geographical borders. From Buffalo to Puerto Rico, and every corner of this planet, we are a symbol of the collective yearning to break free from the ordinary and strive for our deepest aspirations. Our music signifies the sanctity of artistic expression, encouraging all to explore it with abandon. We stand with those who possess open minds and open hearts, firm believers in the transformative power of music, capable of touching even the most closed hearts and minds. We represent the power of us.
A Vision for Tomorrow
Each of us carries a unique past, a tapestry of experiences woven through different bands, projects, and global stages. Today, we collectively cast our gaze toward the future. In a world that our predecessors could scarcely have imagined, we hunger for the essence of humanity that transcends the machine. RNSM’s purpose is to not only preserve this essence but to nurture and expand it. We will create, drawing upon the rich tapestry of our pasts to craft a narrative for the future through our music. With unwavering honesty, we honor our audience, working tirelessly to grow alongside them every day. Our measure of success isn’t found in monetary gains or streaming numbers but in the profound gratitude that these metrics symbolize—real people embarking on a genuine journey with us. It all begins with you, right here and now.
Join us in rewriting the story of music, breaking boundaries, embracing unity, and shaping a brighter future together. RNSM – where the journey is the destination.

Figure Drawing Workshops (Ages 21+)
2024-09-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Buffalo AKG Art Museum, 1285 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14222, United States
Figure Drawing Workshops (Ages 21+)
6 pm – 8 pm EDT
Photo by Jeff Mace.
$40 per class (Buffalo AKG Members save 15%)
Studio A, Knox Building
Thursdays, September 12, 19, 26
Studio opens at 5:30 pm
Informal life drawing sessions with a live nude model. Different gestures and poses offer a focused environment for studying the human form. Suitable for people with some prior experience. All supplies included. Sign up for an individual class or sign up for all three!
REGISTER

Zoomagination: The Festival of Lanterns and Lights
2024-09-12 18:30 - 22:30 | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
Zoomagination: The Festival of Lanterns and Lights
Zoomagination: The Festival of Lanterns and Lights presented by Five Star Bank! Packed with an ALL-NEW lineup of lanterns, it’s time to immerse yourself in the larger-than-life displays of Asian and African animals and culture. Watch nightly cultural performances, indulge in Asian-inspired food, relax in our Beer Garden with a specialty drink, and shop for artisan made goods all night long! Zoo attractions you know and love like the train and carousel will also be open. The possibilities are endless at this fan-favorite event!
When the sun goes down (and our animals are in bed for the night) the Zoo lights up with Zoomagination: The Festival of Lanterns and Lights. Visit evenings June 21-September 21, Thursday–Sunday from 6:30 pm–10:30 pm (ticket holders may enter any time between 6:30–9:45 pm).

Zoomagination: The Festival of Lanterns and Lights Presented by Five Star Bank does not feature the Buffalo Zoo’s animal collection.

Purchase tickets here: https://visit.buffalozoo.org/#/SpecialEvents/Zoomagination

Mihali w/ Special Guests
2024-09-19 20:00 | Buffalo Iron Works, 49 Illinois St, Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Mihali w/ Special Guests
Mihali
For Mihali, music behaves much like a living being. It grows, it matures, and it changes with a sentient consciousness and with whims of its own. And just like music, the Vermont-based singer, songwriter, guitarist, and co-founder of rock outfit Twiddle continues to evolve, using his gift as one of the strongest modern-day songwriters, guitarists and performers to bring healing vibes and unforgettable songs to the world.
His latest record, Effection [2022, Ineffable Records], is a ten-track body of work that intertwines reggae spirit, fluid soundscape architecture, and invigorating mantras meant to be chanted aloud in a packed venue. With support from reggae and roots rock mainstays like Iration, Chadwick Stokes (of Dispatch), The Movement, The Elovaters, Jacob Hemphill (of SOJA), and Iya Terra, Effection effectively brought Mihali into the reggae spotlight, landing him on tour with SOJA and G. Love & Special Sauce in 2024.
Now he continues to grow and transform with his music, continuously rolling out new songs while mapping out his 3rd solo album, and relentlessly touring the country to spread love and reggae spirit to all those who need it.

Mihali Good Vibes VIP Package
One (1) General Admission ticket
Invitation to pre-show experience, including:
– Pre-show Meet & Greet with Mihali
– Acoustic performance by Mihali
– Commemorative show ticket & VIP laminate
– Merchandise shopping prior to doors opening to the public
– Early entry into the venue

Run For Rhinos 2024
2024-09-20 18:00 - 20:30 | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
Run For Rhinos 2024

September 20 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Celebrate the 5th annual Run for Rhinos presented by Reimer Home Services with the Buffalo Zoo to kick off World Rhino Day, September 20th. Back this year: an in-person race that includes a race through Delaware Park and ends in the Buffalo Zoo. Your race registration includes a ticket to the Zoo on September 21. Sign up today – the race price increases on September 8!
New this year: Participants can help raise additional funds for the International Rhino Foundation by selecting the option for additional fundraising! Prizes will be given to the top 3 fundraisers!
This year, we are raising funds for the Buffalo Zoo and the International Rhino Foundation, a leading international rhino conservation organization.
All registrants will receive a race a t-shirt, finisher medal, a ticket to the Buffalo Zoo good for admission on Saturday, September 21, an afterparty with pizza and beer and race packet that can either be picked up 9/18 and 9/19.
Share your photos on social media using the hashtag #RunForRhinos and tag the Buffalo Zoo!
The Run for Rhinos is brought to you by Reimer Home Services, the Buffalo Zoo and the ProZoo Board of the Buffalo Zoo.
Packet pickup information is available below.

Packet pickup will take place September 18th and 19th from 5-7pm at the Buffalo Zoo parking lot. There will not be day-of packet pickup.

Sign up here: https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Buffalo/WNYRunforRhinos

Down South Ultimate Country Dance Party
2024-09-20 20:00 | Buffalo Iron Works, 49 Illinois St, Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Down South Ultimate Country Dance Party
Down South The Ultimate Country Dance Party is Coming to Buffalo Iron Works on Friday September 20th, 2024!.
Doors Open at: 7:00 PM and our National Touring DJ Hits the Stage at 8:00 PM
Spinning The Top Hits of: LUKE COMBS, MORGAN WALLEN & ZACH BRYAN.

Out of the Darkness Walk
2024-09-21 10:00 - 14:00 | Canalside, 44 Prime St., Buffalo, NY, 14202, United States
Out of the Darkness Walk
Join us at Canalside on September 21st, 2024 for Buffalo Out of the Darkness Walk!
The Community Walks, held in hundreds of cities across the country, are the core of the Out of the Darkness movement, which began in 2004. These events give people the courage to open up about their own connections to the cause, and a platform to create a culture that’s smarter about mental health. Friends, family members, neighbors and coworkers walk side-by-side, supporting each other and in memory of those we’ve lost.
Now, more than ever, it’s important to be there for one another and take steps to safeguard our mental health and prevent suicide.
You can register here.

Mimosa Fest
2024-09-21 11:00 | Buffalo Iron Works, 49 Illinois St, Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Mimosa Fest

Mimosa Fest is coming back to Buffalo at Buffalo Iron Works on Saturday September 21st, 2024 from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM!
Enjoy a LIVE DJ, Themed Mimosa Flavors & More!
21+ General Admission Ticket Includes: (1) Mimosa Voucher & Admission into the Event at 12:00 PM
21+ VIP Admission Ticket Includes: (3) Mimosa Vouchers & Admission into the Event at 11:00 AM along with (1) Mimosa Fest T-Shirt
** VET TIX Vouchers are for ADMISSION Only
** Mimosa Menu is available for purchase once all vouchers are redeemed
Buffalo Iron Works
49 Illinois St Buffalo, NY 14203
Tickets: $15 ADV/$20 DOS (GA) , $35 ADV/$50 DOS (VIP)
Event: 11:00am – 3:00pm (VIP) – 12:00pm – 3:00pm (GA)
Ages: 21+

Music Is Art
2024-09-21 11:00 - 23:00 | Buffalo Outer Harbor, 825 Fuhrmann Blvd., Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Music Is Art

Join us on Saturday, September 21st for the Music Is Art festival as it makes its way to Terminal B at the Outer Harbor!
From 11am-11pm, experience art in all forms with live music, performance art and dancers, pop-up shops, food and beverage, and more!
This event is FREE and open to the public.

Festival Encanto Hispano
2024-09-21 12:00 - 16:00 | Kleinhans Music Hall, 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, 14201, United States
Festival Encanto Hispano

Join us for a vibrant and lively event celebrating Hispanic culture! This day-to-night celebration marks the BPO’s annual collaborative observance of Hispanic Heritage Month with the Hispanic Heritage Council.
¡Únase a nosotros para en un evento vibrante y animado que celebra la cultura hispana! Esta celebración de día a noche marca la celebración anual colaborativa de BPO del Mes de la Herencia Hispana con Hispanic Heritage Council.

Performers & Vendors

Performance Schedule:
12:30pm – Fanny Salsa Dance
1:00pm – Brazil 716 with Stephen Guerra
1:30pm – Son BoriKua with Los Artistas del Barrio Buffalo
2:00pm – Amor and Heritage Traditional Dance Company
2:30pm – La Marimba
3:00pm – Buffalo Tango Orkestra
Food Vendors:
Tangos 716
Gabriela’s Kitchen
Sabor Criollo y mas
Half Luna Empanadas
Merchandise Vendors:
Akiki Love Accessorie
AndaidelisMakes
Angeleev
Artesanía Boricua Familiar
El Buen Amigo & Latin American Cultural Association
Los Artistas del Barrio Buffalo
Multinational Illumination Art
Princessa’s Studio & Art Gallery
Yendy’s Chucherias

Calling artist vendors. For details, and to apply, please fill out our application form:
English language application
For questions and assistance, please contact: Robin Parkinson at rparkinson@bpo.org or (716) 242-7808

Llamando a todos los artistas locales. Para obtener más detalles y postularse, complete nuestro formulario:
Aplicación en Español
Para preguntas y ayuda en español, favor de comunicarse con: Ricardo Saeb al rsaeb.guitar@gmail.com o al (859) 255-3949

Mandy Gonzalez: Broadway Today
2024-09-21 19:30 | Kleinhans Music Hall, 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, 14201, United States
Bradley Thachuk, conductor
Mandy Gonzalez, vocals
Kick off the Pops season with the incomparable Mandy Gonzalez, whose remarkable journey through Broadway’s most beloved shows — Hamilton, In the Heights, and Wicked — has captivated audiences worldwide. For one night only, experience her mesmerizing performance, highlighted by Lin-Manuel Miranda compositions, including one penned exclusively for her. This concert is a celebration of Broadway’s finest moments, brought to life by Gonzalez’s powerhouse vocals.
As part of the festivities, the Festival Encanto Hispano returns to Kleinhans, offering a day filled with events that celebrate the rich tapestry of Hispanic heritage in partnership with Western New York’s Hispanic Heritage Council.

Joey Harkum w/ Higher Education
2024-09-21 20:00 | Buffalo Iron Works, 49 Illinois St, Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Joey Harkum w/ Higher Education
Joey Harkum
For his entire life Joey Harkum has been strumming a guitar and after a decade of touring as the lead singer and songwriter of Baltimore-based band Pasadena, he released his debut solo album, Love and Labor, to critical acclaim in 2016. Along with a relentless touring schedule Joey has most recently been working on his 4th studio album The Art of Revenge which released March 1st 2024. The album will see a cross country tour to support the release starting in March of 2024.
Known for his deep and poignant lyrics telling stories of joy, love, loss and sadness, Joey brings the human experience to life through his relentless tour schedule that culminated in the release of Live at Buffalo Iron Works in 2018. 2020 brought new challenges but Joey responded with writing and recording new music and released his album Storyboard in March of 2021. Immediately following the release of Storyboard, he started work on his follow up album Salt and Tar which was released in spring 2022. Catch him on tour now or online at joeyharkummusic.com.

Demun Jones
2024-09-22 19:00 | Buffalo Iron Works, 49 Illinois St, Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Demun Jones
Every corner of the country tells its own story as part of the larger American experience. Nestled in the heart of Georgia, occupying approximately 395 sq. miles lies Jones County, the place Demun Jones proudly calls home. Demun is a rapper, singer, songwriter and independent artist whose music is infused with rustic instrumentals, hip-hop fundamentals and exceptional lyricism.
“I found my individuality by rapping over the acoustic guitar,” he notes. “I didn’t even mean for it to be unique, it was just, me. I grew up surrounded by hayfields listening to N.W.A. and Ozzy Osbourne. If you throw that in a blender, Demun Jones is what you get. Once I’d lived a bit, lost a bit, won some, and experienced my fair share, I could tell my own story. I’d never been to Compton, but I had an idea of what it was like from listening to West Coast rap. So, that inspired me, ‘What if I write about living in Jones County in a creative way?’ I’m giving you country stories told through the lens of rap music.”
Demun grew up the third of six children, with two older brothers who first introduced him to the music of Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix and AC/DC – who he experienced as his first live concert. His mom would spin the classics of the Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye, Jim Croce and Jones County’s very own, Otis Redding. Demun recalls, “For as long as I can remember, there was always music in our home.”
During the time of waiting for music videos to air on Friday evenings and building his own library of favorite artists, some of which included Tupac, Biggie, Wu-Tang Clan, and Johnny Cash, at the age of fifteen Demun began writing his own ryhmes. He admits, “I couldn’t sing like Otis Redding or play the guitar like Jimmy Page, but I knew I could try to rap like the Bestie Boys.” After having his stereo stolen from his car, Demun would ride around tapping a beat on his window and freestyling ryhmes to entertain his friends.
From an early age, Demun was all to familiar with the meaning of hard work. He worked as a brick mason along side his father and brothers during the hot summer days of his school years and continued early on during the pursuit of his dreams in music.
“My dad has been laying bricks since he was twelve. I didn’t do it out of necessity, but he did. I lived a much different childhood than my parents did because he and my mom worked so hard. I wanted to be like him. He wasn’t drinking beer and watching football; he was working, laying bricks, and doing whatever it took to make sure we were provided for. There aren’t enough young people learning how to do this, but it’s so important. Every building has a foundation, and someone has to do the dirty work. It’s powerful to be able to build something with your hands.”
As Demun continued to grind in the construction world, momentum started to build in the music world as well. In 2014, Demun dropped his breakout single “The Muddy Muddy”, paving the way for his debut album Jones County highlighted by “Boondocks”, “Tannerite” & “Rahhh” He gained even more ground with his sophomore effort, 2016’s #Beast album, which included the standout singles “Backyard Lullaby” & “Bronco” [feat. Jelly Roll].
In 2017, as a fully independent artist, Demun continued his inexhaustible hot streak, releasing four more albums including Jones In Ya Speaker [2018], Demun [2019], Southern Son [2021], and Family First & Target Practice [2022]. Additionally, “Campfire Cologne” featuring Upchurch, received an astounding 31+ million Spotify streams, while “Feeling Good” generated 18 million Spotify streams and more than 34 million views on YouTube. Furthermore, Demun had numerous successful collaborations, including the Moonshine Bandits’ “Outback (Extended Remix)” generating 20+ million Spotify streams, and “WW2.0” [feat. Adam Calhoun and Upchurch], which accumulated over 20 million Spotify streams. Simultaneously, Demun continued to packed houses, sell out venues, and meet/greet his fans while touring across the nation.
“The lyrics are very important to me,” he notes. “I love the beats, but I’ve got something to say. I want someone from far away to hear my music and be like, ‘Damn, so that’s what Jones County is like?’ I’m a dedicated husband to my wife and father to my daughters. What comes out of my mouth goes into their ears. I’m not always perfect, but I’m aware of what I’m saying. Something I’m most proud of is you can listen to most of my songs with the entire family in the car. I’ve gone through dark times in my life, but I don’t want to relive all of that over and over through my music. I want it to bring joy, as a reflection of what’s inside me. I may make a listener shed a tear from time to time, just from being real, but I’d much rather the listener be inspired to smile, want to dance, or to find some gratitude & comfort for where they are in life.”
He closed out 2022 with the Target Practice EP. “Stay Down” [feat. Brodnax & Adam Calhoun] accumulated over 12 million collective streams. He kicked off 2023 with a series of releases. First up, he reignites the fan favorite “Straw Hat” with a music video. His saucy flow simmers between the pluck of a banjo and a head-nodding beat. The title, of course, nods to his now-instantly recognizable logo as he promises, “You can do it all in a straw hat.”
“In Georgia, it can get to be 108-plus degrees,” he says. “As a young man, my job was masonry work, outside, burning to death, in the unforgiving Georgia heat. On the hottest days of the year, we’d wear a straw hat to keep the sun off our necks and shoulders. At the same time, the straw hat and beard has become the cornerstone to my brand. That was totally unintentional, but I’ll take it.”
Just as a mason would do, Demun Jones is doing the same with his music by building a sturdy legacy atop an unshakable foundation.
“Music and art are magic,” he leaves off. “You might not understand what a painting is, but it will give you a feeling. I’ve stayed at it, grown slowly and steadily over time. I haven’t stepped on anyone, haven’t stolen from anyone, and haven’t burned any bridges. This is my life, and this is what I am. I know there is no man alive who can step on stage, and perform their songs with more passion and energy than Demun Jones. I have so much love and gratitude to all my fans, because without them I would not be where I am today.”

Nothing More - Carnal Tour 2024
2024-09-23 05:30 - 23:00 | Bufffalo Riverworks, 359 Ganson St., Buffalo, 14203, United States
Nothing More – Carnal Tour 2024

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After Dark & Live Nation Present
Nothing More – Carnal Tour 2024

Support: Set It Off, From Ashes To New, Post Profit
September 23, 2024
September 23, 2024Buffalo RiverWorks
Doors: 5:00pm
Show: 5:50pm
Age Restriction: 16+ Admitted with ID / Under 16 Admitted with Parent or Legal Guardian / No One Under 12 Admitted
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