Steel Panther at Empire Live in Albany on a Saturday night. If you need a night of over-the-top glam metal comedy with guitar shredding that is actually, legitimately world-class, this is your evening sorted. They are loud, they are crude, the spandex is extremely tight, and every person in the room will leave grinning like an idiot. This is not a show for the easily offended — and they would be the first to tell you that. This is one of those nights where the lineup, the venue, and the timing all align perfectly for something memorable.
About Steel Panther
Steel Panther is a comedic glam metal band from Los Angeles that parodies the excess of 1980s hair metal while delivering genuinely skilled performances that would impress even the most serious guitarists. The jokes are crude, the stage banter is outrageous, and the guitar solos are no joke — Satchel is a legitimately phenomenal player. They have built a massive following on the touring circuit by being one of the most entertaining and unpredictable live acts in rock, blending humor with musicianship that goes way beyond the gimmick. Whether you are a longtime fan or discovering them for the first time, the live experience is where the music truly comes alive and reveals dimensions that recordings alone cannot capture.
The Venue
Empire Live in Albany is the Capital Region’s premier mid-to-large concert venue. The room has a big open floor for the crowd to go wild, solid production capabilities for a touring act of this level, and a balcony level for those who want to watch the chaos from a safe distance above. It is the right fit for a Steel Panther crowd — big enough to feel like an event, contained enough to keep the energy maxed out. The venue’s staff and production team consistently deliver a professional experience that makes both artists and audiences feel well taken care of.
Tickets & Details
Steel Panther’s Twenty Twenty $ex Tour comes to Empire Live on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 8:00 PM. Check the link for current pricing. Get tickets.
Steel Panther is not for everyone, and they would be the absolute first to tell you that proudly. But if you appreciate shredding, absurdity, and a crowd that is there to have an outrageously good time with zero pretense, this show delivers every single time they hit the stage. Saturday night in Albany just got a whole lot louder and a whole lot more ridiculous. Embrace it.