Dropping Beats + Data!

Sharon + Friends continues! This week, we welcome DLI Marketing and Data Analytics Manager, Nolan Santo on the show to spill the tea on Long Island's incredible music scene *which we proudly is part of!* he and Sharon also discuss fun new developments that are in the works from the marketing team & some of Long Island's best spots to catch live music!#LongIslandMusicSceneLong Island’s music scene is as diverse and dynamic as the region itself, blending hometown pride with global influence. Known for producing legendary artists like Billy Joel, Mariah Carey, and Public Enemy, the island has long been a breeding ground for talent across genres—from classic rock and hip-hop to punk, pop, and indie. Our venues range from intimate coffeehouses and dive bars to iconic spots like The Paramount in Huntington, Jones Beach Theater, & UBS Arena drawing both emerging artists and major touring acts. The local scene is fueled by passionate communities, high school bands, DIY shows, and regional festivals, keeping Long Island’s musical heartbeat strong and evolving.#LongIslandLifeLuxury Hotel to Open in Montauk This JuneThe former Sands Motel will reopen in early June as Offshore Montauk, a 43-room luxury hotel with 18 suites. New Underpass Connects Avalon Preserve to Stony Brook HarborA pedestrian underpass now links Avalon Nature Preserve to Stony Brook Harbor, running beneath Harbor Road. Splish Splash in Calverton adds exclusive event to 2025 seasonFor the first time, Splish Splash water park in Calverton will be open at night.Westhampton Beach's Sunset Theater reopening Friday after 3-year renovation projectA Westhampton Beach movie theater will reopen on Friday after three years of renovations and planning. Places on Long Island to Catch some Live Music/ConcertsThe Paramount in HuntingtonSymi in NorthportThe Suffolk Theater in RiverheadThe Staller Center in Stony BrookShandon Court in East IslipTap Room (Multiple Locations)Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame in Stony BrookFor weekly Live Music Happening be sure to always discoverlongisland.com/events/concerts-live-music#ThisWeekendOnLongIslandFriday, May 2ndLong Island Skies at The Vanderbilt Museum & Planetarium in CenterportSaturday, May 3rdTulip Festival in Full Bloom at Waterdrinker Family Farm in ManorvilleGrease the Musical at CM Performing Arts Center in OakdaleWesthampton Beach Farmers MarketSunday, May 4th Sat & Sun Craft Fair Weekends at The Shoppes at East Wind (Wading River)For more events to check out and detailed info please visit discoverlongisland.com or download our mobile app!CONNECT WITH US:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longislandteapodcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscoverLongIslandNYTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longislandteapodcastX(Twitter): https://x.com/liteapodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/longislandteapodcast/ DM us on any of our social channels or email [email protected] to tell us what you want to hear! Whether it is Long Island related or not, we are here to spill some tea with you! Shop Long Island Apparel!shop.discoverlongisland.com Check out our favorite products on Amazon!amazon.com/shop/discoverlongisland Be sure to leave us a 5-star rating and review wherever you’re listening, and screenshot your review for $5 off our Merch (Please email us to confirm) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.