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2
May
7:00pm
The Ridge
*New Venue Alert* - playing for our first time at this music lovers paradise in Chittenango!
15
May
6:00pm
Flynnstoned
New venue! Come check it out!
19
Jul
5:00pm
The Wildcat
We're back to The Wildcat in Camillus. Come out for some pizza and tunes!
12
Sep
8:00pm
Shifty's
Shift in to loud gear for this one!
19
Sep
5:00pm
315 Brewing
Music and goats, what more could you ask for!?
6
Dec
8:00pm
Shifty's
Maybe we'll play some Christmas music, you'll have to see us to find out!
14
Mar
2026
1:00pm
Funk & Waffles
We're back at Funk to play after the St. Patrick's Day Parade!
Music
Space Opera
Space Opera is a concept album: In the far future Earth has been invaded and conquered by a fascist regime. The surviving humans fled to a remote space station in a far corner of the cosmos; so far away that their station is nicknamed, "the bottom of the universe." Here they feel safe, and are able to start over. One of the survivors begins to fall in love with an outspoken, headstrong, astronaut. However, their romance is cut short when the new ruler of Earth decides to hunt down all remaining survivors and destroy them. The astronaut convinces her partner to join in the fight against the invading force, and a fierce battle commences. Mourning their losses, they are left to reflect on the nature of power, corruption, and the tragic repetitive nature of history.
20 Years Alive
The Action!'s first live album is bursting with energy. Recorded live at Shifty's Bar & Grill in Syracuse, NY, it features songs that span the bands 20 year history. From one of the first songs by the Action!, April Fool Song, to recent hits such as I'm Gonna Beat Up Your Boyfriend, and Never Been To Boston, make this a unique and exciting album.
5
With the release of this full length album by The Action! titled "5", listeners and fans will notice a slight shift in the sound and style. This album includes more care-free and just plain fun tracks, like that of Summertime, I Dare You To Kiss Me and Good Old Time.
Monumental Instrumentals
This 4 song EP was released exclusively on 7" vinyl through LRS Records. We're keeping the costs up here because frankly we'd rather you buy the vinyl.
Accelerator
We think the songs on this album are really good.
Tangled in the Lights
Merry Christmas to all and to all a good Christmas!
Exploding Radio
2009 Syracuse Area Music Award winner for Best Metal/Alternative Album. We know you're impressed.
About
The Action! is an innovative rock & roll band from Syracuse, NY. Their music is influenced by a wide range of genres including rock, pop, punk, jazz, reggae, and ska. Formally known as Skatos, The Action! formed in 1998 and quickly gained a devoted following throughout the region.
During their career, The Action! have released 4 full length albums, 5 EPs, and been included on a number of compilations. The band received 2 Syracuse Area Music Awards after being voted the People’s Choice – Best Band in 2008 and being given the 2009 Best Alternative Album award for their album Exploding Radio. Their vinyl EP, Monumental Instrumentals, was also nominated for Best Alternative release of 2015.
The Action! includes: Mike Gibson (lead vocals/guitar), Chris Nolan (trumpet/vocals), Craig Chamberlain (drums), Adam Carkey (bass), and Dan King (trombone). Each member brings extensive musical knowledge and ability to the band. Together, they produce a fantastic sound, a high energy level, and a contagious excitement during any performance.
The Action! has shared the stage with Gym Class Heroes, Reel Big Fish, The Toasters, The Pietasters, Big D and the Kids Table, Suburban Legends, Jimmies Chicken Shack, The Planet Smashers, and The Sheila Devine, among countless other talents. On stage, the band delivers a tight, adrenaline-fueled performance that has remained unparalleled by their musical peers.
Their most recent release, Monumental Instrumentals, was released on 7″ vinyl through LRS Records in November 2015. It’s awesome.