Mondays
Industry Night – Restaurant/Bar Employees Enjoy Drink Specials & Prizes!
$1.50 PBR Drafts Starting at 6:00pm

Wednesdays
Karaoke Starting at 9:00pm

Fridays
Pop Culture Trivia/Happy Hour 6:00-8:00pm
$2.50 Bud and Budlight cans and drafts
Win great food and drinks and Bud Bucks

Saturdays
Live Music

NASCAR Sundays
$2.50 Miller & Coors Lite

Everyday
ALL Cans of BEER (domestics only)
are $2 from 11:00am – 6:00pm

Decades Til Dawn

Friday, June 21, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

Decades Till Dawn is a 4-piece party rock cover band that plays popular party rock songs from the 80s, 90s and today! Armed with 3 vocalists and supreme talent on each instrument, Decades Till Dawn can deliver spot-on high energy rock songs until you cry!

Chicken Herders

Friday, June 14, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

The Chicken Herders is a kick-ass southern/classic rock band playing high energy music!

NASCAR Sundays

THE BARREL SALOON has teamed up with Miller & Coors Lite to kick off another great season of NASCAR!

WIN NASCAR TICKETS!!
NASCAR TICKET COMPETITION
Every Sunday come down to The Barrel during a race to pick a number out of the Miller Lite Bucket! Each week choose a NASCAR number from the cars competing and gain the same points as your car does. Your points accumulate and the person with the MOST POINTS by the Brickyard 400 on July 28th, will win 2 tickets to the Wat Cheez-it 355 at The Watkins Glen International.

View this year's NASCAR schedule here!

Thirsty

Friday, April 19, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

A taste of classic and modern rock-n-roll.

The Grand Central

Friday, April 12, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

The Grand Central, a young four-piece country band influenced by the traditional hard-driving country and by the polished contemporary sounds coming out of Music City, has developed a powerful repertoire and a serious sound. The band's electrifying live performances, relying on Top 40 hits and a dosage of classics (in addition to original material), strongly appeal to the fun loving, beer drinking country music fans here in the northeast. The Grand Central has also been converting a few honky-tonk skeptics in the process!

The Grand Central

Saturday, June 15, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

The Grand Central, a young four-piece country band influenced by the traditional hard-driving country and by the polished contemporary sounds coming out of Music City, has developed a powerful repertoire and a serious sound. The band's electrifying live performances, relying on Top 40 hits and a dosage of classics (in addition to original material), strongly appeal to the fun loving, beer drinking country music fans here in the northeast. The Grand Central has also been converting a few honky-tonk skeptics in the process!

Mullett

Saturday, March 30, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

Mullett is THE premier band for the "Hair Band" fanatic and rock and roll enthusiast, playing the best of the 1980's hair band genre in full 80's wardrobe!

The Master Cylinders

Friday, March 29, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

The Master Cylinders were formed in early 2010, when founding member Jimmy Wilcox had a vision of a hard working rock and dance music band to span the ages of any crowd's demographics and musical tastes. They offer a wide ranging choice of diverse cover tunes to suit any and all venues that still thrive on the excitement of a LIVE music show.

Meltdown

Saturday, May 18, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

MELTDOWN IS A HIGH ENERGY, 80s ROCK BAND PLAYING ALL THE HITS & THEY WANT EVERYONE TO HAVE A GREAT TIME AT THEIR SHOWS. THEY PLAY EVERYTHING WITH POWER AND CONVICTION, ALWAYS BRINGING TWO TO THREE PART HARMONIES. THE MEMBERS OF MELTDOWN HAVE A LOT OF PRIDE IN THEIR BAND AND ALWAYS BRING THEIR "A" GAME.. THEY ARE A MUST SEE!

The Heist

Saturday, February 16, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

Playing shows since February 2011, The Heist is a four (sometimes five) piece cover band from Southeastern New England with the talent, experience, and set list to keep the room hopping. You don't have to take my word for it with shining endorsements and nominations from local info and band platforms. The Heist takes pride in creating a diverse set list that everyone can appreciate.

Nuts in a Blender

Friday, May 17, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

"Bring the party.... BE the party!" That is the mission statement for Nuts in a Blender. Always a top draw we've been pleasing club owners and filling dance floors in the Hudson Valley and all over the New England for over 10 years. Our set list spans over four decades.... playing everything from the Beatles to Bon Jovi to Biz Markee and literally covering everything in between. Our motto: "If you can't dance to it, or chant with it... we don't play it!".

DJ

Friday, November 23, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

Info coming soon...

Bad Chaperones

Friday, May 31, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

The Bad Chaperones are dressed to kill and are ready to get the dance party started anywhere they go! They play a wide assortment of tunes ranging from The Killers, Bruce Springsteen, Queen, Vanilla Ice and modern popular favorites! Comprised of former members of regional favorite bands such as Groove Syndicate, The Big Smoothies, New York Players, Four, and solo artist Just Nate, Bad Chaperones bring experience and performance to a whole new level! See them live to understand what the buzz is all about!

Ten Year Vamp

Friday, December 7, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

Ten Year Vamp is a female fronted, high energy, modern radio rock band with pints full of personality, charm, and sex appeal. Ten Year Vamp have sold thousands of CDs... even landing on the Billboard Charts, and have performed over 600 shows. Ten Year Vamp has opened for Aerosmith, Bon Jovi, Good Charlotte, One Republic, Lifehouse, Gavin DeGraw, Thriving Ivory, Finger Eleven, Fuel, Spin Doctors, The Gin Blossoms, Flo Rida, Hoobastank, Drowning Pool, Kevin Rudolf, Seven Mary Three, Simple Plan, Young MC, Bo Bice, Ludacris, Nonpoint, Cinder Road, 12 Stones, The Cliks, 30H!3, Sebastian Bach, David Archuleta, White Tie Affair, Jesse McCartney, Lez Zeppelin, and many more...

Four Down

Friday, November 9, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

Four Down has been rocking NY's capital region and beyond since December 2010. With an extensive and incredibly diverse song list, the band is consistently captivating audiences and getting the dance floor moving!

Square Pegs

Friday, May 17, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

Trailer Trash

Friday, April 26, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

Trailer Trash is Western Massachusetts finest Country band, playing the top country hits from the Last 10 years. They are FAR from an authentic country band playing classic country standards! Trailer Trash plays predominately Modern Country with a few surprises thrown in each set, because they can and the crowd LOVES it when they do! When people come to a Trailer Trash show they are often surprised at how many "country" songs they actually like and most are singing right along.

The Ernst Project

Saturday, October 20, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

The Ernst Project won The Barrel Saloon's month long Battle of the Bands Competition. They had their final battle on Thursday August 31st where the audience voted them the champions. This band said they would 'Country Funk' the competition and that's exactly what they did. By playing all original songs they intrigued the audience and kept them dancing. They will be a great addition to the BarrelFest line-up, especially with Andy their saxophone player who's mission is to bring back 'saxy'.

Rock Inc.

Friday, October 26, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

Bobby Van Detta & Friends

Thursday Nights at 9:00pm

"What Van Detta does is craft smooth, accessible songs that are filled with comfortable hooks and mellow grooves. His main instruments are bass and guitar, and his voice has such a crowd-pleasing warmth that he balances solo gigs with session work as a backup singer and a jingle vocalist... The varied styles on My New Hero range from the midtempo, harmony-laced pop of "Doesn't Anybody Have a Heart?" to the melodic, countrified folk of the title track; while a heavy Beatles influence is immediately audible, Van Detta also offers plenty of blue-eyed soul ... the disc is written, arranged and performed with ... a sure hand." – Peter Hanson, Metroland

Something Else

Friday, August 31, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

Something Else - a cover band dedicated to providing a fun experience at every show. They are a trio that packs a surprising punch. Fueled by powerful vocals and a knack for imitation so great, fans feel like they are listening to the "real thing". Whether it be at a downtown bar, private event or a wedding... Something Else truly has something for everyone!

Sly Fox and the Hustlers

Saturday, November 3, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

Sly Fox and the Hustlers are a blues-based, roots rock and roll band from Albany, New York, USA. The 5-piece band is made up of the classic soul/funk/blues rock combination of ingredients including the powerful lead vocals and blues-soaked guitar of Sly Fox. The music has been described as "Heavy Voodoo Blues over Sweaty Funky Grooves" guaranteed to get you on your feet - perfect to dance, drink or funk to.

Tailspin

Saturday, April 13, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

Tailspin plays a wide variety of genres including classic rock, blues, and country. Their set list is diverse, ranging from Muddy Waters, SRV, Beatles, Kentucky Headhunters and everything in between.

Tailor Made

Saturday, June 1, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

We have been playing the local scene and also opening shows for some pretty big names since 1994.Some of the acts we've opened for: Sammy Kershaw, Charlie Daniels and even Molly Hatchet! For the last ten years we have been represented by Comstock Records from Phoenix Arizona and have had some major airplay overseas as well as some of the southern states. Tailor Made also has THREE CD's out with all original material. For more info, visit Tailor Made Store.

Lost Cantina

Friday, September 21, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

The Lost Cantina is one of the leading Country Music Vocal Bands in upstate NY. Come check them out while they rock the roof off of the Barrel Saloon!

Children At Play

Saturday, August 18, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

Children at Play is a Rock N' Roll cover band that plays all of your favorite hits. Their music provides the beats that will get keep you dancing all night long.

Marcus Ruggiero – Dance Mansion

Friday, August 10, 2012 | 10:00pm - 2:00am

"Imagine an artist with the rich vocals of Jim Croce and the blue collar artistry of Bruce Springsteen" – Troy Record, Troy New York

Marcus Ruggiero struggled to stand out amongst his 11 siblings. At the age of 7 he began to from his identity as a song writer; and is rumored to have inherited the percussiveness of Ritchie Havens.

He eventually put together an original cover band, DANCE MANSION. Where their main intent is to stretch the music boundaries and move your soul.

Vivid

Friday, June 15, 2012 | 10:00pm - 2:00am

Vivid is a 4 piece cover band who has played throughout the Capital District area for over a decade. Featuring female vocals & male vocals. They play everything from country to rock and roll.

"We love music and love to play! Come see us! This Friday at the Barrel Saloon"

Static

Friday, April 5, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

Jim Witherell formed this band with one vision in mind, to be the Best Band in The Berkshire's Period! He believes with the members Static has, this is entirely possible. Jim has been playing drums since he was 5 years old and singing lead for the last 15 years. He feels that the music comes first and every song should be 100% dancable. When Static takes the stage, you won't want to leave the floor until they're finished playing!

Five O'Clock Charlie

Friday, May 24, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

Five O' Clock Charlie is a rock and roll cover band from upstate New York whose high energy stage presence drives each and every performance with vigorous sustain.

Yard Sale & Brother Lou Roberts

Saturday, June 16, 2012 | 10:00pm - 2:00am

This all acoustic outfit YARD SALE, bring drinkin', cheatin' and hard luck tales a fresh take hewn by banjo/vocalist Taylor Davis, multi-instrumentalist/vocalist Charlie Scheikoitz and bassist/vocalist Theo Scheikoitz. Their music conjures the spirit of early 1900's Appalachian music with authentic country soul. After YARD SALE stick around for BROTHER LOU ROBERTS from WGNA who will be DJing the party afterwards!

Afterglow

Saturday, November 24, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

Afterglow is an experienced Party/Cover band made up of a group of people that love to just get together and make beautiful music. Kellie & Tim front the band with their powerful vocals and passion for great music. Kellie not only gets the party started but makes sure everyone has a GREAT time.

The Back 40 Band

Friday, May 10, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

Formed In 1998 The Back 40 Band has proven to be one of the top country groups in th Northeast. 2 time Northeast CMA entertainers of the year. Best Of the Capital Region 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010. Best Of Metroland 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009. The group has served as opening act for over 40 National Country Acts.

Crush

Saturday July 21, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

"CRUSH" has been playing in the upstate New York area since the early 90's. The band played consistently throughout the 90's gigging at all the local clubs while developing a large following. The band went through several member changes before finding the "right" line up. The band puts on a high energy stage show along with quality music which draws the crowds back week after week. "CRUSH" is booked solid and is always getting asked to come back.

Headroom

Saturday, May 19, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

JOIN US FOR HEADROOM BAND AND THE BEST BEER SPECIALS AROUND!!

Jay Walken Band

Saturday, January 5, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

The Jay Walken band was formed in 2007 and has performed all over the Adirondacks and Hubtowns of upstate, NY. Their mission is to write, record and perform original Northeast music that speaks of life here and the times. They have performed at many benefits helping to raise tens of thousands of dollars for cancer, alzhiemer's, cystic fibrosis and families who have lost there homes. It's ALL about the music!

Chuck U Farley

Friday, March 16, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

Chuck U Farley is a rock, country, blues band made of of 5 musicians who have played in the capital district for many years. Their style of music and stage presence always makes for a great night.You will not be disappointed. Also, the lead singer is the owner of the Barrel.

Randy Cormier Band

Friday, March 23, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

Come check out Randy Cormier (from Whiskey City) and enjoy some great beer specials!!

Even the Odd Band

Friday, April 20, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

Even The Odd has been rocking the Capital region of New York State for almost 6 years. Excellent vocals with harmonies. Come check them out, they will be playing all the songs that you have heard and love to listen to from the 70's, 80's, 90's and current!

Girls, Guns & Glory

Friday, April 20, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

CHECK OUT THIS BAND FROM BOSTON, MA!! Girls Guns and Glory is a celebration of sweet and tasty, fun lovin' and hard timin', honky tonk music that is simultaneously casual and complex. The band combines elements of early rock 'n' roll, country, and rhythm & blues to deliver its own brand of American Roots music that satisfies like homemade apple pie.

Never in Vegas

Saturday, May 4, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

Never in Vegas is the North East's hardest working cover band. Their live shows are legendary! With top notch musicianship and a total rock and roll attitude, NIV is sure to kick your ass and make you want more!

Never in Vegas

Friday, June 28, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

Never in Vegas is the North East's hardest working cover band. Their live shows are legendary! With top notch musicianship and a total rock and roll attitude, NIV is sure to kick your ass and make you want more!

The Audiostars

Friday, March 22, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

The Audiostars are a kinetic 4 piece band that delivers know-'em-by-heart classic songs with an energy and passion that define live music at its very best. Featuring former members of some of the top bands in the Northeast U.S., (including vocalist J Yager & guitarist Matt Pirog of The Burners U.K., drummer Chad Ploss of The Refrigerators, and bassist Bobbie Van Detta of City Rhythm, Doc Scanlon's Rhythm Boys and The Newports), The Audiostars don't just get the party started -- they keep it going strong.

Dirt Cheap Band

Friday, May 18, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

Dirt Cheap is a classic rock band based in upstate New York. This band has it all. Three incredible guitarists, a tight rhythm section, and everybody sings! Come check out why this band has been on the scene for over 10 years.

Tom Dixon Band

Saturday, December 29, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

Click here to see The Tom Dixon Band performing Jason Aldean's hit song "Crazy Town" at Meadowbrook US Cellular Pavilion in Gilford, NH. 2011 New England Country Music Associaction "Band of the Year", 2011 New England Country Music Association "Male Entertainer of the Year" (Tom Dixon), 2011 Northeast Invitational Country Showdown "Band of the Year", 2011 Northeast Invitational Country Showdown "Male Entertainer of the Year" (Tom Dixon).

Chad Hollister Band

Friday, February 3, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

Chad has completed his 6th record w/ producer Anthony J. Resta and Karyadi Sutedja. The album features 9 new tracks and one cover tune. He has been touring the country for over 10 years independently of any label. Chad has opened for Bob Dylan, Paul Simon and Tom Petty and shared the stage w/ every PHISH member, Warren Haynes, Merl Saunders, Dave Mattacks and countless others. His songs are honest and speak of an appreciation for LIFE and having a place on Mother Earth. He's often compared to Jason Mraz, Dave Matthews, Jack Johnson and John Mayer. Come out and see the LIVE show that will leave you wondering where the hell has this dude been hiding??

What It Is

Friday, July 13, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

It is what it is, is a hot band from the hampton roads area in Virginia. They have many Influences such as E.W.F, Stevie Wonder, Jill Scott, Eryka Badu and more. Providing all genres of music to meet your pleasure. They have shared the stage with Wale, Cresset Michelle and G.Q. to name a few.

Jack's Wasted Life

Friday, April 6, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

Jack's Wasted Life is an original rock band from Albany, New York. JWL's sound is influenced by alternative rock bands such as Alice In Chains, Nirvana, Pearl Jam and Soundgarden. Jack's Wasted Life released their debut 7 song EP "Bleeding You"; the cd was recorded, mixed and mastered at Scarlet East Studios in Albany NY and was produced by John Delehanty and Dan Neet of The Clay People.

Live, Local, & Original -
The Landlines

Thursday, January 12, 2012 @ 9:00pm

Old meets new. The Landlines started when former members of 81 Tranzam and The Whiskey Council came together in mid 2009 to start a new music project. Heavily influenced by country and traditional american roots, but with all the energy of rock, the Landlines are indeed in a breed of their own.

The Schmooze

Saturday, February 23, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

Upstate NY's Premiere Party Rock Band!!!! The Schmooze is comprised of professional musicians that have been playing together most of their lives! With a setlist of well over 200 songs they are prepared for any gig.

The Schmooze

Saturday, June 29, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

Upstate NY's Premiere Party Rock Band!!!! The Schmooze is comprised of professional musicians that have been playing together most of their lives! With a setlist of well over 200 songs they are prepared for any gig.

Gravity

Saturday, May 11, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

FINISH OFF YOUR PARADE DAY FESTIVITIES WITH GRAVITY! Come watch one of the premier rock cover bands of the Capital District perform live at The Barrel this Saturday night!! Playing a variety of songs that span multiple decades, the band appeals to audiences of all generations.

Gravity

Saturday, March 10, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

Come watch one of the premier rock cover bands of the Capital District perform live at The Barrel this Saturday night!! Playing a variety of songs that span multiple decades, the band appeals to audiences of all generations.

Skeeter Creek

Saturday, April 20, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

Skeeter Creek returns to The Barrel! They have a reputation as "THE hardest working, most dedicated musicians to come from the Northeast Country Music scene in years". Skeeter Creek has played with artists such as Tricia Yearwood, Toby Keith, Faith Hill, Montgomery Gentry, Rascal Flatts, Lee Brice, David Allen Coe, and Steve Azar, to name a few. Currently rated #1 in the 2011 Metroland Magazine Reader's Poll and voted 3rd in the 2011 Times Union's Reader's Choice award for Best Band.

Skeeter Creek

Friday, March 2, 2012 | 10:00pm - 2:00am

Skeeter Creek returns to The Barrel! They have a reputation as "THE hardest working, most dedicated musicians to come from the Northeast Country Music scene in years". Skeeter Creek has played with artists such as Tricia Yearwood, Toby Keith, Faith Hill, Montgomery Gentry, Rascal Flatts, Lee Brice, David Allen Coe, and Steve Azar, to name a few. Currently rated #1 in the 2011 Metroland Magazine Reader's Poll and voted 3rd in the 2011 Times Union's Reader's Choice award for Best Band.

Chris Dukes Band

Saturday, April 27, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

Chris Dukes is an exciting and gifted multi-talented singer, songwriter, and instrumentalist. His music appeals to a wide audience because, as Chris says, my love lies with music itself and not within a specific genre. He has molded his original writing style into songs filled with catchy hooks, poignant lyrics and creative counter-melodies as heard in his new album, Greater Than Me.

Nancy Kenyon Band

Friday, May 3, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

The Nancy Kenyon Band is a high energy modern country band from Utica NY. They play lots of your favorite modern female country, some classic southern rock favorites and even some surprising tunes from the pop/rock genre. All done with a "let's have a party" attitude!!

Nancy Kenyon Band

Saturday, June 8, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

The Nancy Kenyon Band is a high energy modern country band from Utica NY. They play lots of your favorite modern female country, some classic southern rock favorites and even some surprising tunes from the pop/rock genre. All done with a "let's have a party" attitude!!

Jet Crash Billy

Saturday, February 9, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

It's ROCK night at the Barrel Saloon! Jet Crash Billy, a fun, high energy club band, will be rocking the house this Saturday night! Don't miss it!

Jet Crash Billy

Saturday, April 14, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

It's ROCK night at the Barrel Saloon! Jet Crash Billy, a fun, high energy club band, will be rocking the house this Saturday night! Don't miss it!

NYE Red Solo Cup Party
with Jet Crash Billy

Monday, December 31, 2012
10:00pm - 4:00am

Whether you like the song "Red Solo Cup" or not, you cannot deny a themed NYE party at The Barrel Saloon with the band Jet Crash Billy!!

Join us as we say goodbye to 2012 & the "RED SOLO CUP" Song and hello to 2013 & New Toby Keith Songs!!

Enjoy $2 Champagne of Miller Beer, all drinks served in red solo cups, and a great time with family/friends at one of your FAVORITE local Rock 'n' Roll Country Bars!!

Crazy Head Mazie

Friday, June 29, 2012
10:00pm - 2:00am

Crazy Head Mazie has been on the music scene in the upstate NY/Capital Region area for many years now. They deliver a high energy show every time, driving their audience into a frenzy with their take on songs from today's modern rock to songs from years gone by. They make you want to move your groove thing, forcing them to do an encore at 3:00 in the morning!!!

The Schmooze

Saturday, May 25, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

Upstate NY's Premiere Party Rock Band!!!! The Schmooze is comprised of professional musicians that have been playing together most of their lives! With a setlist of well over 200 songs they are prepared for any gig.

Whiskey City

Saturday, June 22, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

Whiskey City is a high-energy Country Rock band consisting of well-known Berkshire County musicians that have been performing and touring both regionally and nationally for the last 20 years. WC started in March of 2010, and exploded in popularity locally, and are looking to widen the craze! They have over 150 cover songs including the hottest country, classic rock, eighties rock and classic country. They have just released their first CD "CONCRETE RODEO" with twelve new originals.

Chris Dukes Band

Saturday, April 6, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

Chris Dukes is an exciting and gifted multi-talented singer, songwriter, and instrumentalist. His music appeals to a wide audience because, as Chris says, my love lies with music itself and not within a specific genre. He has molded his original writing style into songs filled with catchy hooks, poignant lyrics and creative counter-melodies as heard in his new album, Greater Than Me.

Chris Dukes Band

Friday, June 7, 2013
10:00pm - 2:00am

Chris Dukes is an exciting and gifted multi-talented singer, songwriter, and instrumentalist. His music appeals to a wide audience because, as Chris says, my love lies with music itself and not within a specific genre. He has molded his original writing style into songs filled with catchy hooks, poignant lyrics and creative counter-melodies as heard in his new album, Greater Than Me.