The McCartney Years recreates music of Paul McCartney at Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Oct. 6
From a press release: It was announced today that FriendlyHart Productions will present The McCartney Years, a tribute to the music of Paul McCartney, at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday, Oct. 6 at 8 p.m. Tickets, which are $29.50, $39.50, and $49.50, plus fees, go on sale this Friday, Aug. 10 at […]
These Idol Hands craft debut ‘sleaze rock’ album in South Scranton basement
While I take photos regularly, it has been a while since I did any writing or interviews, so I wanted to change that. Meet Idol Hands, the “sleaziest” rock band in Scranton. Playing their first show in March and sitting down for their first interview with NEPA Scene soon after, these guys have quickly made […]
Donny and Marie Osmond celebrate the holidays at Sands Bethlehem Event Center on Dec. 5
From a press release: It was announced today that America’s beloved sibling entertainers Donny and Marie Osmond will bring holiday cheer to the Sands Bethlehem Event Center with a concert on Wednesday, Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. Tickets, which are $59.50, $69.50, and $79.50, plus applicable fees, go on sale this Friday, Aug. 10 at […]
Mike Shinoda of Linkin Park takes his 1st national solo tour to Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg on Oct. 15
From a press release: As announced today by Outbreak Presents and Live Nation, Linkin Park co-founder Mike Shinoda is set to headline the latest installment of the Monster Energy Outbreak Tour, marking the first time the singer, songwriter, rapper, multi-instrumentalist, and producer will step out on a full-scale North American solo tour. It stops at […]
‘Masters of the Telecaster’ with ‘SNL’ bandleader G.E. Smith shred at Scranton Cultural Center on Sept. 21
From a press release: Blazing riffs, hot licks, and jaw-dropping guitar mastery will be on full display when “Masters of the Telecaster,” featuring three of the world’s preeminent blues rock guitarists, take the stage of the Grand Ballroom of the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple on Friday, Sept. 21 at 8 p.m. The […]
New Lackawanna Arts Fest offers interactive activities on Courthouse Square in Scranton on Aug. 4
From a press release: With the rebranding of the former Arts on the Square to the Lackawanna Arts Festival, Lackawanna County is expanding its community reach and focusing on attracting new and different groups to the event, in addition to promoting the county as a cultural tourist destination by bringing the Lackawanna Arts Festival, First […]
After Peach Fest, Blackberry Smoke rocks Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg on Sept. 21
From a press release: Following their return to the annual Peach Music Festival in Scranton in July, Southern rock band Blackberry Smoke will perform at the Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg on Friday, Sept. 21 at 8 p.m. with special guests The Quaker City Night Hawks. Tickets, which are $29.50 in advance or $32 the day […]
Up-and-coming rock ‘n’ rollers The Nude Party perform at Karl Hall in Wilkes-Barre on Sept. 9
From a press release: It was announced today that North Carolina natives The Nude Party will bring their blend of British-infused rock ‘n’ roll and Americana sound to Karl Hall in downtown Wilkes-Barre on Sunday, Sept. 9. Opening acts are TBA. Playing festivals like SXSW; touring the country and performing with the likes of The […]
EXCLUSIVE: Steamtown Music Awards announce 2018 venue, performers, and presenters in Scranton on Sept. 13
From a press release: The fifth annual Steamtown Music Awards will return to The V-Spot in Scranton on Thursday, Sept. 13 to pay tribute to Northeastern Pennsylvania’s many musicians and music industry professionals, officially kicking off the Electric City Music Conference weekend in venues throughout the Scranton area on Friday, Sept. 14 and Saturday, Sept. […]
PHOTOS: Final Vans Warped Tour at The Pavilion at Montage Mountain in Scranton, 07/26/18
Thousands of local punk rock, indie, metal, and rap fans of several different generations said goodbye to the Vans Warped Tour when it made its last stop at The Pavilion at Montage Mountain on Thursday, July 26. Warped Tour mainstays like Reel Big Fish, Less Than Jake, Mayday Parade, Simple Plan, 3OH!3, Asking Alexandria, We […]
