Mark May 5 on your calendar. Fleshwater & Julie is bringing their show to Empire Live in the Capital Region, and this is one of those nights where the energy in the room is going to be something you remember long after the last note. The spring lineup across Upstate New York has some great shows, but this one is near the top.
About Fleshwater & Julie
Fleshwater emerged from the Connecticut hardcore scene with a sound that owes as much to shoegaze and 1990s alternative rock as it does to heavy music, creating a blend of distorted beauty and emotional weight. Paired with Julie, this bill offers a night of textured, emotionally charged alternative rock that pushes boundaries. Both bands represent a new generation blurring genre lines in exciting ways, refusing to be categorized by the standards of the scenes they came from. Fleshwater’s members include current and former members of notable hardcore bands, but their music here is a departure into dreamy, distorted territory. This is a bill for listeners who want their rock with depth and atmosphere.
The Venue
Empire Live is Albany’s mid-sized venue that fills the gap between small club shows and arena concerts. The room has a standing-floor layout that puts you right in the thick of the action, with a balcony level for those who prefer a vantage point. Sound quality is solid for a room this size, and the stage is low enough that you feel connected to the performers rather than watching from a distance. The North Pearl Street location puts you in the heart of Albany’s nightlife district, with bars on either side for pre and post-show drinks.
Tickets & Details
Date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Time: Check the venue website for the most current showtime information.
Tickets: Check the link below for current pricing and availability.
Get tickets before they are gone. Shows at Empire Live move fast when the lineup is this good, and you do not want to be scrambling on the day of the show or checking resale sites at inflated prices.
Here is the thing about live music in Upstate New York: the best shows are the ones you almost did not go to. Do not let Fleshwater & Julie at Empire Live be one of those regrets. May 5. Be there.