Jan 31, 2026
From scoring sci-fi films with blenders and hair dryers to shredding with the Hall of Fame jazz group Gamalon, guitarist Dave Schmeidler has spent a lifetime coloring outside the lines. A Kenmore native who cut his teeth alongside legends like Billy Sheehan and studied under icons like Joe Pass, Dave’s career...
Jan 24, 2026
Buffalo-based folk duo Sally Schaefer (fiddle, vocals) and Tyler Bagwell (guitar, vocals) breathe fire into folk songs old and new, including a treasure trove of Americana, Celtic, and Erie Canal music.
Sally is a well-known ethnomusicologist and musician around the Western New York area, appearing with numerous bands...
Jan 17, 2026
Diane Kallay is a highly-regarded vocalist and staple of the Western New York music scene, originally hailing from East Lovejoy. Her national recognition includes opening for legendary acts such as Dave Mason, The Marshall Tucker Band, .38 Special, and Kim Mitchell at major local concert series like...
Jan 10, 2026
This week is a special week. We first dive into the fourth session of Rockabilly 2 Rachmaninoff – our acclaimed series with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. And, this week marks a major milestone: the 200th episode of In the Flamingo Lounge!
Joining us this week for an exciting conversation is my featured guest,...
Jan 3, 2026
On December 17, 2025, the Flamingo Lounge welcomed the prolific Josh English for an in-depth conversation about his life behind the kit. Josh shared insights into his primary work with the high-energy group Grosh, as well as the various other musical projects that keep his schedule packed.
Josh has shared the stage with...