Buffalo Jukebox

Donna McDaniel, the singer behind the 1975 Buffalo Sabres song “We're Gonna Win That Cup” is renowned for her performance of the song and its impact in Western New York.Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with McDaniel about the song’s legacy, her heavy metal career, and the events business she now runs in Southern California.

Actor Wallace Shawn will be appearing at Niagara Falls Comic Con in July. Ahead of the convention, he spoke with Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke about his upcoming film “Toy Story 5” and next year’s 40th anniversary of “The Princess Bride.”

The Commodores will be performing at Fallsview Casino on May 16 and ahead of the show, Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with guitarist and founding member William A. King about the band's newest music, the legacy members of the group's new lineup, and outside-the-studio interactions with Marvin Gaye and the Jackson 5.

Actor Wyatt Russell will be taking the plunge into Lake Erie this weekend after losing a bet with his friends at Lake Hour, the canned cocktail company he co-founded, in which he said if the Sabres ended the longest playoff drought in NHL history, he would chug the beverage from a Buffalo Sabres beer sabre after jumping into the lake. Ahead of the big jump on Saturday, Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with Russell, a Marvel Cinematic Universe star and former hockey goaltender.

Arkells are returning to Buffalo this weekend in celebration of their new record, "Between Us," which drops tomorrow. To kick off their corresponding tour, the band will be playing two shows at Town Ballroom, a venue frontman Max Kerman described as one of his favorite clubs in the world. Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with Kerman ahead of the shows to talk about the album, the tour, and what Buffalo, the place he described as his "home away from home," means to him.

Folk singer-songwriter Sam Beam, known by his stage name Iron & Wine, will be performing May 9 at Fallsview Casino's Avalon Theatre in support of his February record, "Hen's Teeth." Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with Beam ahead of the show about the record, collaborating with his daughters, his songwriting process, and more.

The Concert for Jenn IV is taking place April 24 at Nietzsche’s on Allen Street. Doors will be at 7 p.m. with music at 7:30. Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with organizer Brendan Orr about the annual show, honoring his sister, beneficiary the Kirsten Vincent Respite and Recovery Center on Buffalo’s East Side, and more.

The fourth annual Concert for Jenn is scheduled for April 24 at Nietzsche’s. This Friday on Buffalo Jukebox, you’ll hear from show organizer Brendan Orr of the band deb. about this year’s remembrance show, which will again benefit the Kirsten Vincent Respite and Recovery Center in honor of Orr's sister, Jennifer. Today, a look back at Jukebox host Adam Duke's interview with Brendan ahead of last year’s benefit show, as he discussed his sister’s impact on his life, his music, and the WNY community.Originally published on WIVB.com on April 10, 2025.

​Comedian Marlon Wayans will be playing five shows at Buffalo's Helium Comedy Club between April 10 and 12. Ahead of the shows, Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with Wayans about the tour, about his upcoming film "Scary Movie 6," for which he was preparing for final shoots at the time of the interview, and potential sequels for past projects he's worked on with his family, as well as the comedy dynamic within the Wayans family.

Following the episode of Buffalo Jukebox featuring wrestling Hall of Famer and storytelling comedian Mick Foley, Jukebox host Adam Duke takes a look back at a 2024 interview of his with another entertainer in both camps: Chris Gullo, comedian and Empire State Wrestling ring announcer. Duke spoke with Gullo ahead of his move from Buffalo, though Gullo has returned to announce various ESW events in the time since.Article published on WIVB.com on March 15, 2024.

Hall of Fame wrestler and storytelling comedian Mick Foley on April 5 will be stopping by Buffalo's Helium Comedy Club as part of his "40 Years of Foley" tour. Ahead of the show, he spoke with Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke about WNY's wrestling history, the Buffalo Bisons, potential upcoming Hollywood projects, and more.

For the final Music Monday throwback episode, Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke takes a look at what was initially Music Monday #13, recorded with the band No Vacancy. The group's final lineup, interviewed in this episode, in addition to guitarist and vocalist Jackson Rotella, have since formed the band Orange Zest. Originally published on WIVB.com on Nov. 28, 2022.

Rock band Lit will be playing Fallsview Casino on May 22 alongside Switchfoot and Fuel. Ahead of the show, Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with guitarist Jeremy Popoff about the band's upcoming work, their 2017 country album, and their recently digitized documentary, "All Access."

Morgue Terror guitarist David Jurenovich is putting together his first festival: Buffalo Gorefest, a death metal festival that will take place at Buffalo Iron Works on June 6, and feature 11 bands & four vendors, for what Jurenovich promises to be a loud and brutal show. Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with Jurenovich earlier this month about what to expect and the undertaking of booking a festival.

Husband and wife duo Michael and Becca Hansen, also known by the band name Rumble Pack, makes punk music for kids. Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with them at their studio in downtown Buffalo following the release of their EP "Something to Get Stoked About" and lead single "Pizza Party."Originally published on WIVB.com on Feb. 6, 2023.

Canadian rock band Triumph will be returning to the stage this summer on their first full-length North American tour in 38 years. Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with drummer Gil Moore about the band's return, their relationship to Buffalo, receiving the Key to the City in 1981, the NHL playoffs, and more.

​Buffalo rock band Ashford recently celebrated 6 years of their debut EP, "Patterns," and on March 22 will be opening for Keep Flying at Rec Room. Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with the band's Nathan Kohler and Trevor Balbierz ahead of the show about the milestone, their influences, working in the studio, and more.

The band Canetis is on hiatus, though a recent post on social media indicates they may be regrouping soon. In 2023, Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with frontman Brendan Orr, bassist and vocalist Matt Broconier, and guitarist Mike Butler ahead of the release of their album "On All That's Real" for what was initially Music Monday #19. The interview was conducted at Thin Man Brewery on Elmwood Avenue.Originally published on WIVB.com on Jan. 13, 2023.

National Baseball Hall of Famer and Western New Yorker James “Jimmy” Collins, known best for in the early 1900s revolutionizing the way third base is played, was a first-generation Irish-American, a savvy businessman, and was dedicated to the game even beyond his retirement in 1908, as he served as president of the Buffalo Municipal League for 22 years.Story originally published on WIVB.com in October 2025, Copyright Nexstar Media Group.

Terry Sylvester will be bringing the hits of The Hollies to Fallsview Casino on March 7. Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with Sylvester about the My Generation tour, the state of music, the recent Rock Hall nominations, and his love of sports.

Micky Dolenz will be Monkee-ing around at Riviera Theatre this fall as part of his 60-year anniversary celebration of The Monkees. He spoke with Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke about the tour, the TV show, the group's impact on the SOMETHING of performing arts, and more.

Another look back at Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke's collection of 39 Music Monday interviews from 2022 and 2023, installment #12 of the series featured Matt Foote, frontman of alt rock band Amateur Hockey Club, three days after the release of their third single of the year, "You Started a Fire."Originally published on WIVB.com on Nov. 21, 2022.

Singer and icon of the dance floor Chubby Checker will be performing from March 10 to March 12 at Fallsview Casino's Avalon Theatre. The newly minted Rock and Roll Hall of Famer spoke with Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke once again to discuss the upcoming shows.

Buffalo band Eye Opener released their latest single, "Wilted Flowers" on Valentine's Day weekend. The song is about finding one's own closure after a relationship. Frontman Joe Pulaski III spoke with Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke about the song and the band's upcoming show May 3 at Evening Star Concert Hall in Niagara Falls, N.Y.

EGOT-winning singer-songwriter John Legend will be making his return to Buffalo on April 22.

The band Market Research went their separate ways in September 2024. Following the release of their album "Core Values," the band sat down with Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke for Music Monday #35.Originally published on WIVB.com on May 8, 2023.

Wolfgang Van Halen released his third album, "The End," on Oct. 24 under his artist name, Mammoth. He' and his band will be kicking off their upcoming tour in support of the album at Buffalo's Town Ballroom on March 5. He spoke with Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke about the record, the tour, and his involvement on the "Barbie" film soundtrack.

Following the water main break earlier this month at Hertel Avenue and Military Road in the Black Rock-Riverside community, which flooded a local practice space, musician Jen Karlis and her band Not Normal are stepping up to help out fellow artists who were affected. The band has put together a charity show benefitting Music is Art and the Black Rock-Riverside alliance, set for Feb. 28 at Hot Mama’s Canteen. The show will feature 10 bands and a basket raffle. Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with Karlis about the show, Not Normal’s latest release, and her work on Music is Art’s "Good Neighbors" projects.

Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke met up with rapper G Premacy, born Eugene Kennedy, and members of his label, 40 Acres Fratelli, at their Buffalo studio for what was initially Music Monday #26. Originally published on WIVB.com on March 6, 2023.

Singer-songwriter Evan Anstey sat down with Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke ahead of Anstey's "Big-Ass 30th Birthday Show," featuring four of Anstey's six bands at the time for what was initially Music Monday #37. Originally published on WIVB.com on May 22, 2023.

Producer, engineer, and recording artist Anthony Casuccio, who has worked on multiple Grammy-nominated projects, is the head of the Villa Maria College music program, and the president of the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame, released a new single, "Can You See Me?" on Jan. 30. Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with Casuccio about the single and the Western New York music scene at large.

Though the band Meat Raffle wrapped up their time playing together in November, they released their final album, "So Long, And Thanks for All the Meat" in mid-January. Today, a look back at what was initially Music Monday #30.Originally published on WIVB.com on April 3, 2023.

Comedian Ron Funches will be performing at Buffalo's Helium Comedy Club from Feb. 5-7. Ahead of the show, Buffalo Jukebox host spoke with Funches about his comedy, his recent time on reality competition show "The Traitors," his ongoing autism diagnosis, fatherhood, wrestling, and more.

Ahead of Bret Michaels’ concert at Fallsview Casino on Feb. 6, he spoke with Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke about the show, his hometown Pittsburgh Steelers, connecting with fans at shows, his charity work, and more.

Comedian Bill Engvall made his return to the comedy stage late last year, and next week, he'll be playing Fallsview Casino's OLG Stage as part of his "Here's Your Sign: It Wasn't My Time" tour. Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with Engvall ahead of the show.

Rapper, muralist, and tattoo artist Mic Excel sat down with Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke for what was initially Music Monday #10. The interview was conducted at The Beer Keep on Elmwood Ave., where some of Mic's murals were on display.Originally published on WIVB.com on Nov. 7, 2022.

Following the release of his album "Abolished Uncertainties," rapper Jae Skeese joined Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke for what was initially Music Monday #32. Skeese discussed the album, his Buffalo influences, and his follow-up album, "Testament of The Times."Originally published on WIVB.com on April 17, 2023.

Today on Buffalo Jukebox, a look at Buffalo's Richardson Olmsted Campus, which inspired the design of Mount Massive Asylum in the video game "Outlast." Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with the game's writer, J.T. Petty, about the game's design and development, the incorporation of the Richardson building into the design elements, and what's next for the "Outlast" franchise.Additionally, Richard Olmsted Campus cultural curator Patrick F. Ryan weighs in with history regarding the campus and its architecture, as well as upcoming on-site developments.

Buffalo rapper Streets Soprano is returning with new music and more in 2026, following the release of his "Birth of a Dynasty" album last July. Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with Streets about his latest release, as well as his new music and his charity work.

Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with rapper Streets Soprano for what was initially Music Monday #21 about his music, his work in the community, his label Trust Nobody Music Group, and the Black Soprano Family. The interview was conducted at Blue Lagoon Studios in West Seneca.Originally published on WIVB.com on 1/30/23

Buffalo native Joe DiGiacomo spoke with Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke about the release of his debut single, "Paint," as well as his plans for new releases in the near future.

Initially Music Monday #24, Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with rapper Shogun Wiz about his upcoming record, "Ultra Shogun Wiz," his production team at Ruff Buff Entertainment, and more.Originally published on WIVB.com on Feb. 20, 2023.

On the heels of their sophomore album "Trash Talk," indie rock band Real Movement spoke with Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke for what was initially Music Monday #28. This year, they released a new EP, "Cosmic Rock."Originally published on WIVB.com on March 20, 2023.

With Christmas this Thursday, a look back at what was initially Music Monday #16, with folk-country band VOYAGR, who released a cover of "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" shortly after the interview.Originally published on WIVB.com on Dec. 19, 2022.

Alternative rock band The Weather Might Say Otherwise released their new EP, 'Breeding Passive Acceptance,' this morning. Last week, Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with the band about the record, how they came up with their band's name, and more.

KC & The Sunshine Band will be returning to Niagara Falls, ON on Feb. 19. Earlier this month, frontman Harry Wayne Casey spoke with Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke about the show, his new releases, and more.

Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with Fernway following their 2022 tour and release of their record "Autocrave" for what was initially Music Monday #20.Originally published on WIVB.com on Jan. 23, 2023.

Ahead of the Jan. 30 premiere of the Buffalo Sabres' documentary "Dominik Hasek: Always the Goalie," Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke spoke with the titular Hall of Famer as part of a media scrum. Hasek discussed the doc, the Sabres, and playing in Czechoslovakia during the session. He also spoke about his daughter Domi, a musician and 2022 Eurovision finalist, who, in a prior interview said she gets her competitiveness from her father. Here's Dominik Hasek's thoughts on his impact on Domi.Originally published on WIVB.com on Jan. 30, 2026.

Eurovision 2022 finalist Domi Hasek joined Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke this week to discuss the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest. She spoke about the origins of her band, her advice for competitors in the 2026 contest, and more.

Donny Osmond turned 68 yesterday and was announced as the winner of Best Resident Headliner and Best Production Show for the fourth straight year by the Best of Las Vegas awards over the weekend. Though his July 2024 show at Seneca Niagara Casino was ultimately canceled due to illness, Osmond spoke with Buffalo Jukebox host Adam Duke about his Vegas show and what his career means to him.Originally published on WIVB.com on July 1, 2024.