PHOTOS: Flyermile and Tired Army at Susquehanna Tavern in Exeter, 02/12/16
A huge soundscape filled the small space of The Susquehanna Tavern in Exeter on Friday, Feb. 12, artfully crafted by Philadelphia trio Flyermile and local post-rock group Tired Army. Organized by Shows by Sam, the free concert began with an acoustic set by Hughestown singer/songwriter Your Pal Frank (not pictured) before Tired Army played their […]
After backlash, Philly music registration bill withdrawn; protest becomes victory march
A controversial bill by Philadelphia City Council was withdrawn almost as quickly as it was introduced after receiving heavy criticism from the city’s music scene. Introduced by Councilman Mark Squilla on Jan. 21, the amendment to the current licensing laws would have forced Philadelphia bars, clubs, restaurants, and other venues that can hold 50 or […]
New Philly law would require artists to register with city and police; music scene fighting back
A controversial new bill introduced by Philadelphia City Council last week that would require venues hosting live music or DJs to submit the personal information of performers to the police department has caused major backlash from the city’s music scene. Introduced by Councilman Mark Squilla on Thursday, Jan. 21, the amendment to the current licensing […]
Eugene O’Neill play ‘A Moon for the Misbegotten’ comes to Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Feb. 25
From a press release: “A Moon for the Misbegotten,” the final play written by four-time Pulitzer Prize-winning author Eugene O’Neill, will be performed by Philadelphia’s Walnut Street Theatre Company at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Thursday, Feb. 25 at 7 p.m. Tickets, which are $18, $28, and $38, plus fees, are on sale […]
It’s official – Camp Bisco returns to The Pavilion at Montage Mountain in Scranton July 14-16
We all knew it was happening, but now it’s official – Camp Bisco is coming back to The Pavilion at Montage Mountain in Scranton July 14-16. Founded by the Disco Biscuits, a Philadelphia electronic jamband, the annual music festival has been running since 1999 and moved to Montage last year. The band posted the following […]
A Northeastern Pennsylvania tribute to the late David Bowie – the Thin White Duke in Scranton
Just two days following his 69th birthday, David Bowie passed away on Sunday, Jan. 10 after battling cancer over the last 18 months. It has been almost 12 years since the Thin White Duke graced Northeastern Pennsylvania with his awe-inspiring presence, but judging by the local reactions on social media to his untimely death, he […]
LEGOLAND Discovery Center coming to Plymouth Meeting Mall near Philadelphia in 2017
From a press release: LEGOLAND Discovery Centers, unique indoor attractions based on the popular LEGO brick, will begin construction next summer on LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia at Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust’s Plymouth Meeting Mall. The 33,000 square foot attraction will be a premier destination for adults and children when it opens at the center […]
NEPA SCENE PODCAST: Bobby Barnett of Captain, We’re Sinking on Scranton music, family, and the NEPA Holiday Show
Professionally recorded every Monday at The Stude in TwentyFiveEight Studios in Scranton and released exclusively on nepascene.com every Tuesday, the NEPA Scene Podcast is a free supplement to the website, expanding on the arts and entertainment stories covered on the site and going beyond them to discuss other news and entertainment topics. Each week, the […]
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band return to Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia on Feb. 12
From a press release: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will launch “The River Tour,” a nine-week U.S. trek, on Saturday, Jan. 16 in Pittsburgh. The announcement of the tour coincides with today’s release of “The Ties That Bind: The River Collection,” a comprehensive look at the era of “The River” album from 1980 […]
PHOTOS: Beautiful People of NEPA, Road Trip – Philadelphia, 11/25/15
This is the first-ever Beautiful People road trip to 1617 Barber Shop & Beauty Salon (1617 Cecil B. Moore Ave., Philadelphia). Saddiq. Philadelphia, PA. 11/14/15 Matt. Philadelphia, PA. 11/14/15 Hair did… Philadelphia, PA. 11/14/15 Keepin’ it tight. Philadelphia, PA. 11/14/15 Bangin’. Philadelphia, PA. 11/14/15 Daughter and mother. Philadelphia, PA. 11/14/15 Waiting on a cut. Philadelphia, […]
