The Glove Theatre's 518 Concert Series Presents: Rusticator

The Glove Theatre’s 518 Concert Series proudly presents - RUSTICATOR.

Rusticator is an acoustic band with an Americana spirit. Stripped back drums and an upright bass lend a woody backbeat, while steady acoustic guitar supports jazz-inflected fiddle playing and the group’s three-part harmonies. Their eclectic yet accessible live sets include everything from the Grateful Dead and Bob Dylan to Ray Charles and Van Morrison alongside their well-crafted original songs. They have been entertaining audiences in the Capital Region since 2013. 

Featuring two music teachers, a minister / brewmaster (Wolf Hollow) and a regional philanthropy officer, Rusticator is a great example of how to turn your side hustle into something special. The band has self-released three albums of original music, plus their latest EP ‘Let It Run’ released in January 2025.

Rusticator has been featured at the Fresh Grass Festival, Saratoga's First Night, the Freedom Park Concert Series, and multiple appearances at some of the Albany area's finest brew pubs and eateries.  They were nominated for Americana Artist of the year at the 2022 Eddie Awards. According to David Malachowski of the Times Union, Rusticator's debut album Waiting for the Dawn "makes a big splash with this wonderful collection of songs, so seek this record out, as well as their live shows.  You surely won't be disappointed."

The band includes:

Tony Califano  - Guitar/Vocals
Derek Dobson - Drums
Joe Gumpper - Fiddle/Vocals
Jordan White - Bass/Vocals

All ages welcome! Age 21+ to drink adult beverages.