VIDEO PREMIERE: Scranton alt rock trio The Boastfuls take their shot with debut single ‘Tequila’
As their moniker implies, Scranton alternative rock band The Boastfuls have had plenty to brag about since their debut in the Northeastern Pennsylvania music scene last year, making a name for themselves at every local venue as a premier bar band while working on their own their own material, even earning the title of Best […]
Nu metal band Flaw returns to Stage West in Scranton on Feb. 20
From a press release: Kentucky metal band Flaw, who released two major label albums during the popular nu metal era of the early 2000s, will return to Stage West in Scranton on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2020 with special guests Gabriel and the Apocalypse and Jump the Fall. Exeter heavy metal band Royal Hell will open […]
Celebrate ‘The Death of 2019’ with sexy Noir Nights masquerade party at Stage West in Scranton on Dec. 31
Not everyone wants to celebrate the holidays with the same old traditions, so for those looking to kick off 2020 in an unconventional way, Noir Nights is set to return to Stage West in Scranton on Tuesday, Dec. 31. Created by The Strange and Unusual owner and former Motionless In White member Josh Balz, this […]
To honor National Emo Day, discount tickets offered for Emo Night at Stage West in Scranton on Dec. 28
From a press release: Screaming Infidelities: Emo Night will return to Stage West in Scranton next Saturday, Dec. 28 for what has become an annual holiday Emo Night. In honor of National Emo Day, they’re teaming up with The Strange and Unusual owner Josh Balz to discount tickets to only $8 for the next 72 […]
Badfish: A Tribute to Sublime performs at Stage West in Scranton on April 26
From a press release: The phenomenon known as Sublime, arguably the most energetic, original, and uniquely eclectic band to emerge from any scene, anywhere, ended with the untimely death of lead singer, guitarist, and songwriter Brad Nowell in May of 1996. But encompassing the sense of place and purpose long associated with Sublime’s music, Badfish: […]
B Street Band plays Xmas tribute to Bruce Springsteen at Stage West in Scranton on Dec. 20
From a press release: Following a sold-out charity show in Hazleton last week hosted by baseball manager Joe Maddon, the Bruce Springsteen tribute act The B Street Band will perform at Stage West in Scranton this Friday, Dec. 20. The band, which has local ties and claims the title of the “longest-running tribute band in […]
NEPA bands plan holiday concerts throughout December in Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Pittston, Nanticoke, and more
As everyone shops and prepares for the holidays, local musicians are planning some festive concerts, with many serving as their final shows of 2019. For those looking to get into the spirit of the season while supporting local music, NEPA Scene has wrapped up this season of shows you need to see in a nice […]
Wilkes-Barre nu metal band Lifer plays Christmas show at Stage West in Scranton on Dec. 21 with University Drive
Since reuniting for the first time in eight years in 2018 (and only the second time since breaking up in 2003), Wilkes-Barre hard rock band Lifer has surprised local music fans by jumping from the nu metal era to the present with a handful of concerts, including “A Not-So-Silent Night” Christmas show last December at […]
Green Jelly’s comedic Punk Rock Puppet Show invades Stage West in Scranton on Jan. 30
From a press release: Known for their sophomoric humor, theatrical performances, crazy costumes, and intentionally crude musicianship, Green Jellÿ will return to Scranton with their Punk Rock Puppet Show at Stage West on Thursday, Jan. 30 at 8 p.m. Kamikaze Kupcakes, Scranton hip-hop hardcore band AlphaAudio, Wilkes-Barre horror punk band Cut Up Naked Teenagers, and […]
With new album, NJ shock rockers American Grim perform at Stage West in Scranton on Nov. 3
From a press release: Soon after their Halloween record release show in their home state of New Jersey, shock rock band American Grim will perform at Stage West in Scranton this Sunday, Nov. 3. Local opening acts are TBA. Doors at Stage West (301 N. Main Ave., Scranton) open at 7 p.m., and the 21+ […]
