Scranton indie rock band A Social State has broken up… for now
Formed during a jam session in late 2008 in the basement of a salon on Penn Avenue in Scranton, A Social State emerged as one of the most talented and respected bands in the Northeastern Pennsylvania music scene. Their artistry reached new heights just one year ago with the release of their second full-length album, […]
NEPA Scene’s Got Talent spotlight: Scranton acoustic indie soul band Umbriel
Every week of NEPA Scene’s Got Talent, our free open mic and talent competition at Thirst T’s Bar & Grill in Olyphant, we feature a quick Q&A with the latest audience vote winner, which was Scranton “acoustic indie soul” band Umbriel (singer/guitarist Aarika Whittle, drummer/percussionist Anthony “Shiny” Montini, guitarist Katie Kelly, and bassist Grant Williams) […]
IN THE OFFICE: Steve Werner and Dan King – improvised world fusion with handpan and cello
On Tuesdays, WVIA partners with NEPA Scene to bring you In the Office, a brand new online music series shot in an actual office space at WVIA’s home in Pittston. Featuring original musicians from Northeastern Pennsylvania, the series includes a full live performance video, streaming songs, photos, and an interview that’s exclusive to NEPA Scene. […]
PHOTOS: NEPA Scene’s Got Talent, Week 2, 09/08/15
Umbriel is a new band in the local scene, but each member’s combined musical experience showed in their excellent performance at NEPA Scene’s Got Talent at Thirst T’s Bar & Grill in Olyphant on Tuesday, Sept. 8, earning them the audience vote at Week 2. The Scranton-based indie soul group, consisting of singer/guitarist Aarika Whittle, […]
VIDEO: Culture Shock! Free Music and Art Fest announces lineup for Sept. 19 in Scranton
From a press release: After taking a year off, the Culture Shock! Free Music and Art Fest is back on Saturday, Sept. 19 at Nay Aug Park in Scranton – and it’s still free of charge! Founded in October 2012 by Cory Wolff, president of Everyone You Know Entertainment, an independent record label based in […]
Celtic Woman sings, dances, and fiddles at the Sands Bethlehem Event Center on Dec. 13
From a press release: In just a few short years, the unique musical ensemble known as Celtic Woman has emerged as both a spectacular commercial success and a genuine cultural phenomenon. The beloved ensemble’s evocative, uplifting music has transcended national and cultural borders to touch the hearts of a devoted fan base that spans the […]
‘Fly Like an Eagle’ to see the Steve Miller Band at the Sands Bethlehem Event Center on Nov. 3
From a press release: You can call him the Joker or Space Cowboy. Maybe call him Maurice, or even call him the Gangster of Love. Everybody knows that Steve Miller speaks the pompatus of love. One of rock music’s all-time greats, the Steve Miller Band, has sold more than 60 million records in a career […]
Brett Eldredge and Thomas Rhett co-headline CMT concert in Bethlehem on Dec. 5 with Danielle Bradbery
From a press release: CMT cranks up the heat with a sizzling lineup for its 14th annual “CMT on Tour” as Brett Eldredge and Thomas Rhett team up to headline the nationwide journey. Officially titled “CMT on Tour: Brett Eldredge & Thomas Rhett – Suits & Boots,” the two performers will combine their high-energy sets […]
Trans-Siberian Orchestra returns to Wilkes-Barre on Dec. 11 with ‘Ghosts of Christmas Eve’ and free album
From a press release: Trans-Siberian Orchestra has announced the dates of its 2015 winter tour, once again featuring one of the group’s beloved stories performed in its own renowned audio visual manner. This year’s enchanted yuletide tale is “The Ghosts of Christmas Eve,” which TSO will take to 60 cities across North America to perform […]
