The Great New York State Fair welcomes Midnight Star for the annual Syracuse JAMS FunkFest Saturday, September 3. The band rode to fame on the back of hits such as “Freak-A-Zoid" and “Operator.” Midnight Star’s concert will take place at approximately 8:30 p.m.
FunkFest includes local and national groups throughout the day, and is produced in partnership with Syracuse Joined Artists, Musicians and Singers, Inc. State Fair interim Director Sean Hennessey said, “We work hard at the Fair to create the most diverse lineup possible and our partnership with Syracuse JAMS is an important part of that effort. Great bands like Midnight Star not only get us up and dancing but they also show young men and women that there is a pathway for them in music.”
Syracuse JAMS President Reggie Siegler said, “The Funk Fest provides an opportunity for local and regional bands to showcase their talents on a large-scale professional platform while opening for national recording artists. It fills a void for diverse communities to enjoy age and culturally specific entertainment attracting many to see themselves represented at the Fair.”
All concerts in the Chevrolet Music Series are free with Fair admission. See the Great New York State Fair website for news on this and other events.
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