Philly psych-boogie band Needle Points returns to The Bog in Scranton on Oct. 19
From a press release: In between dates of their fall tour with mewithoutYou, Philadelphia psych-boogie outfit Needle Points will return to The Bog (341 Adams Ave., Scranton) for a show with local indie punk band Karate Camp on Wednesday, Oct. 19 at 8 p.m. Formed in 2013, Needle Points, which features Scranton native Brian Langan […]
Backyard Ale House’s Fall Fest takes over Linden Street in Scranton with beer, food, and music Oct. 7-9
From a press release: Fall Fest, presented by the Backyard Ale House in downtown Scranton, gets bigger and better every year, and this year is no exception. The eighth annual Fall Fest will rock an entire block of Linden Street starting this Friday, Oct. 7 through Sunday, Oct. 9. Events will include daily stein hoisting […]
Former Zappa guitarist Mike Keneally & Beer For Dolphins play Jazz Cafe in Plains on Oct. 25
From a press release: Multi-instrumentalist Mike Keneally, who is perhaps best known for his role as guitarist and keyboardist in Frank Zappa’s 1988 touring band, is set to play a series of Northeast and Midwest dates this fall. He will be touring with the classic trio configuration of Beer for Dolphins (Joe Travers and Bryan […]
PHOTOS: NEPA Scene’s Got Talent Music Finals Showcase at Thirst T’s, 09/27/16
For the first time in the event’s year-long history, the NEPA Scene’s Got Talent Finals Showcase for Season 4 was split into two separate finales – one for musicians and one for comedians – to make the judging portion of the contest more fair and give more local artists the chance to be recognized and […]
YOU SHOULD BE LISTENING TO: Pottsville dirty groove rock band Crobot
Crobot City: Pottsville Genre(s): Hard rock, heavy metal, stoner rock, groove rock, rock Years active: 2011-present Sounds like: Crobot is everything you miss about classic rock concerts – boundless energy, badass grooves, creative lyrics, and cool personas. Whether you’re experiencing their legendary live performances or spinning one of their records (because they look and sound […]
Bonfire at the Iron Furnaces turns into week-long series of events in Scranton Oct. 7-15
From a press release: Fall in Lackawanna County is a beautiful time of year. To celebrate the season and the growing number of attractions, events, restaurants, coffee shops, bars, and boutique shopping in Scranton and Lackawanna County, the Lackawanna County Arts and Culture Department is partnering with the annual Bonfire at the Iron Furnaces to […]
THE REAL GIG: Life’s conductors – what Steve Jobs can teach you about the music business
This week, I finally got around to watching the “Steve Jobs” movie. He was a complicated man for sure. It wasn’t the most feel-good film I have ever watched but, I must say, there were several scenes that apply to many of the things I try and discuss in this music column. I was surprised […]
Rising country star Thomas Rhett playing at Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes-Barre on March 9
From a press release: It was announced today that rising Nashville country music star Thomas Rhett will bring his 2017 “Home Team Tour” to the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre on Thursday, March 9 with special guests Kelsea Ballerini, Russell Dickerson, and Ryan Hurd. Tickets go on sale next Friday, Oct. 7 […]
BUT I DIGRESS: Singing (or rather playing) the praises of underrated guitar solos
Wellsir, this week’s edition of the “Uncle Fuddy Won’t Pipe Down” show almost didn’t happen. I can hear the collective groan upon discovering that it did, nevertheless, happen. Sucks, right? Sorry. Anyway, it almost didn’t happen, but not for the reasons I’m sure most of ya naysayers have in mind. I haven’t had to secretly […]
