Electric City Music Conference opens applications for 2024 performers and industry professionals in Scranton and beyond
Today, organizers announced that applications are now open for performers to take part in the 11th annual Electric City Music Conference, set for this September in Scranton. Musicians of all genres are invited to apply for the chance to showcase their talents. Applications to perform can be submitted through the official website, electriccitymusicconference.com. Both full […]
Nominations open for 2024 Steamtown Music Awards, embracing fan participation in 11th annual Scranton event
Today, the Electric City Music Conference kicked off its highly anticipated 11th annual Steamtown Music Awards by officially opening nominations for the upcoming celebration. Enthusiasts and industry experts are invited to nominate their favorite bands, artists, and music industry professionals at electriccitymusicconference.com. Scheduled to take place on Thursday, Sept. 12 in Scranton, the SMAs stand […]
ALBUM/VIDEO PREMIERE: Psych surf punks Major Pie experiment with real handcrafted sounds and AI imagery on debut
Many musicians throw around words like “experimental” to describe their work, yet few live up to the amount of creativity and ingenuity that implies. The Viola brothers never have to worry about that, or anything when it comes to the natural flow of their artistry. Since 2008, Anthony and Jesse have been making progressive alternative […]
Zakk Wylde launches inaugural ‘Berzerkus’ music festival at Poconos Park in Bushkill on Sept. 14
From a press release: Today, legendary metal guitarist Zakk Wylde of Black Label Society, Ozzy Osbourne, and Pantera fame announced his inaugural music festival, Berzerkus, is coming to Poconos Park in Bushkill on Saturday, Sept. 14. The new event will be co-headlined by Black Label Society and outlaw country singer/songwriter Cody Jinks. Throughout the day, […]
VIDEO PREMIERE: Scranton alt rock band University Drive is caught in humanity’s ‘Crisis’
Whether it’s personal struggles or the state of the world today, it seems humanity is always in crisis mode. Thankfully, that’s what we have music for. Since 2016, Scranton-based alternative rock band University Drive has been crafting the kind of songs that help listeners identify and navigate through their problems, no matter the size, and […]
‘Counterbop’ musician ELEW plays free ‘rockjazz’ concert at University of Scranton on Jan. 28
From a press release: “Performance Music at the University of Scranton” will kick off its spring concert season with ELEW, master of the piano and creator of “rockjazz” and “counterbop,” on Sunday, Jan. 28. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Houlihan-McLean Center (342 Jefferson Ave., Scranton) at the University of Scranton. Admission is […]
Mephiskapheles headlines ska punk show at River Street Jazz Cafe in Plains on March 22
From a press release: It was announced today that New York City “Satanic ska” band Mephiskapheles will headline a night of ska and punk music at the River Street Jazz Cafe in Plains on Friday, March 22. New Jersey ska band The End Times, Long Island ska punk outfit Skappository, and new Scranton punk rock […]
British hard rock legends Saxon and Uriah Heep give ‘Hell’ to Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe on May 2
From a press release: Billed as “the best of British rock and metal,” it was announced today that Saxon and Uriah Heep will co-headline a concert at Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe on Thursday, May 2 as part of their Hell, Fire & Chaos Tour, which follows their European run opening for Judas Priest. Saxon […]
Grammy-winning Old Crow Medicine Show comes to F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on April 11
From a press release: It was announced today that two-time Grammy Award-winning Americana string band Old Crow Medicine Show is coming to the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Thursday, April 11 on their Jubilee Tour with special guest Willie Watson, a co-founder of the group. They just recently reunited with Watson at their 14th […]
EXCLUSIVE: 11th annual Steamtown Music Awards set for Sept. 12, 2024 in Scranton
The vibrant music scene of Northeastern Pennsylvania is already gearing up for the 11th annual Steamtown Music Awards, a highlight of the renowned Electric City Music Conference. Set to take place on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024 in Scranton, this prestigious event not only marks the launch of the ECMC but also celebrates the talent and […]
