Corey Union Steps
The Todd Hobin Band holds a legendary status at SUNY Cortland, having performed on campus more frequently than any other band in the university’s history. [1]
The Syracuse-based rock group became a staple of the campus music scene during the peak college concert era of the 1960s through the 1990, sharing a legacy with massive national acts like The Grateful Dead, Billy Joel, and The Eagles who also played at the school early in their careers.
Core Campus History
- Frequent Performer: While SUNY Cortland brought in massive international acts, the Todd Hobin Band was the most frequent performer during the college’s historic live-music era.
- Early Milestones: The band frequently played at iconic campus locations like the Corey Union Steps. A landmark performance at Cortland supported Todd Hobin’s very first self-titled album and launched his first major tour.
- Regional Icons: Known for a “distinctly American” rock style, the band regularly opened for massive rock icons of the era, including The Beach Boys, The Kinks, and The Allman Brothers.
