SARATOGA SPRINGS -- Brian Melick, Charlene Shortsleeve, Dan Berggren, Emerald City, SIRSY, Stony Creek Band, The Clay People and The Sharks make up the Capital Region Thomas Edison Music Hall of Fame's Class of 2025 that will be inducted during a March 24 ceremony at Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs.
Since its creation in 2019, the Eddies Hall of Fame has honored 48 individuals and groups. This year's inductees include artists from world music, folk, pop-rock, country and metal punk, along with a legendary Capital Region nightlife curator.
"The Capital Region's vibrant music scene has long been a cornerstone of our creative community, and the Eddies Hall of Fame celebrates the remarkable individuals who have shaped its legacy," Eddies producer Kelly Auricchio said in a press release. "This year's inductees represent the diversity and depth of the scene, and we're honored to help shine a spotlight on the talent and passion that continue to make our region a musical powerhouse."
Melick, an internationally acclaimed percussionist, has been featured on more than 450 commercially released recordings on independent and major labels.
Shortsleeve is known for her work curating nightlife at Albany's 288 Lark and was the founder of QE2 nightclub, which featured artists and poets including Sonic Youth, 10,000 Maniacs, Marilyn Manson, the Wallflowers, Allen Ginsberg and Jim Carroll.
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Berggren boasts a celebrated folk career deeply rooted in the storytelling traditions of the Adirondacks.
Pop-rock band Emerald City left an indelible mark on the Capital Region and East Coast music scenes in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
SIRSY, the duo of Melanie Krahmer and Rich Libutti, has been performing together since 2000 and built a national following that's seen them touring for a living and playing 200 shows per year.
Country-folk outfit Stony Creek Band has spent more than 50 years as one of the most popular groups in the Northeast.
The Clay People, who fuse metal and punk, have built a rabid fan base both nationally and locally.
Capital Region pop-rock favorites The Sharks, a seven-member group featuring a three-piece horn section, remain a beloved piece of the area's musical legacy.
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The induction ceremony will take place March 24 at 6 p.m. and will include musical performances that will be announced at a later date along with a social hour, videos on the career of each inductee and acceptance speeches. More information is available at theeddiesawards.com.
Tickets are on sale at the Proctors box office in-person or via phone at 518-346-6204 Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 6 p.m., or online through atuph.org. Groups of 10 or more can purchase tickets by calling 518-382-3884 ext. 139.
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