Just a few short years ago, we first learned that a new arena was being planned at Schenectady's Mohawk Waterfront. Now it is time to get ready for its Grand Opening, and Capital Region Country music fans are going to LOVE what is planned for the venue's inaugural event!

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The new M&T Bank Center, which is right next door to Rivers Casino, is a state-of-the-art venue that is going to be the home of Union Men's and Women's Hockey and will be hosting some first-class talent for concerts! One of our Country favorites will be the star of its first big show!

Lee Brice To Headline Grand Opening Concert At M&T Bank Center In Schenectady

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Lee Brice has been a GNA Nation favorite over the years, performing at Countryfest and Secret Star, along with many of his own stops in the Capital Region. His next local show is going to be one of the most memorable!

The Country hitmaker, known for songs like "Hard To Love," "I Drive Your Truck," One of Them Girls,” and many more will perform his unique blend of ballads, love songs, and party anthems at the inaugural concert hosted by the new M&T Bank Center in Schenectady on Saturday, September 6th at 7 pm.

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Local Rotterdam phenom and Sony Music Nashville recording artist David J will return to his home turf to open the show!

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To win your way in, listen all this week to Brian & Chrissy in the Morning!

Tickets can be purchased at the M&T Bank Center website.

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