Syracuse area music awards create special moments: See 2026 SAMMYS winners list

Much like the Grammys, the SAMMYS is a special event that creates unique moments in music. The 2026 Syracuse Area Music Awards recognized the best in local music Friday night during a ceremony at the Palace Theatre in Eastwood. Tim Fox of NewsChannel 9 (WSYR-TV) hosted with a variety of guest presenters, plus live performances by Brass Inc., London McDaniel, the Nate Gross Band, New York ...