Stone City Band Plays Electric City in Buffalo
The Rick James-formed group performed a set of its hits at the Buffalo venue on November 6, 2026.
Updated on Nov. 7, 2026 in Other — General
Stone City Band, formed by Rick James, performed a concert at Electric City in Buffalo on November 6, 2026. Thomas Fluker and the Unity Band opened the show, which was organized and promoted by Aaron Martin of La Don Productions.
Why it matters
The concert brings a band with roots in a basement meeting nearly 50 years ago back to a Buffalo stage for local audiences. It offers a live showcase of the group's catalog, including material from its 1980 and 1983 albums.
The band performed material from its 1980 album In 'n' Out and its 1983 album Out From The Shadow, alongside Rick James hits. The source provides no attendance or ticket sales figures.
The players
Stone City Band
A band formed by Rick James from a basement meeting nearly 50 years ago, known for its funk and R&B catalog.
Rick James
The late funk and R&B musician who formed Stone City Band and wrote hits including Super Freak.
Aaron Martin
Organizer and promoter of the concert through La Don Productions.
The details
Original members Tom McDermott, Danny LeMelle, Levi Ruffin, Lanise Hughes, and Nate Hughes performed alongside lead singer Jaray James. The setlist included You and I, Mary Jane, Ghetto Life, Fire & Desire, Give It To Me Baby, Bustin' Out, and Super Freak.
Timeline
Nearly 50 years ago: Stone City Band formed at a meeting in the Hughes brothers' basement.
1980: The group released the album In 'n' Out.
1983: The group released the album Out From The Shadow.
November 6, 2026: Stone City Band performed at Electric City in Buffalo.
Legacy Acts
The concert follows the pattern of veteran funk bands returning to live performance with surviving original members, a model common to regional revival shows. It keeps the catalog of Rick James-era material in circulation for local audiences.
Concertgoers in Buffalo could attend the November 6, 2026 show at Electric City, which featured Stone City Band and opening act Thomas Fluker and the Unity Band. The source does not provide ticket pricing or future tour dates.
The takeaway
Veteran bands with original members can still draw interest decades after their hits, and local venues like Electric City give them a platform. Fans looking for similar shows can track regional venue calendars for reunion and legacy acts.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by 106.5 WYRK.
