The 5th Annual Electric City Music Conference

and Steamtown Music Awards

in Scranton, PA - September 13-15, 2018

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13

THE 5TH ANNUAL STEAMTOWN MUSIC AWARDS

906 Providence Rd, Scranton, PA 18508 | $5 cover | Free for nominees | 21+ 

OUTSIDE:

  • 5:30 – 7:15 pm: Walk the red carpet / Get your photo taken / Video Interviews
  • 6:30 – 6:45 pm: Live performance by Half Dollar
  • 6:55 – 7:10 pm: Live performance by The Boastfuls
  • 5:45 – 7:30 pm: Outside Bar serving drinks

INSIDE:

Awards will be given out all throughout the evening by “local celebrity” presenters

  • 7:00 pm: Live performance by Alpha Audio
  • 7:15 pm: Welcome and Charity Presentation
  • 7:15 pm- Midnight: Awards given out
  • 7:45 pm: Live performance by Dreamers, Like Us
  • 8:30 pm: Live performance by University Drive
  • 9:00 pm: Lifetime Achievement Awards Presentation
  • 9:15 pm: Live performance by Nowhere Slow
  • 10:00 pm: Live performance by Black Tie Stereo
  • 10:45 pm: Live performance by Graces Downfall
  • 11:20 pm: Live performance by The Charming Beards
  • 11:50 pm: Live performance by J Merrick / Lucas Hex
  • 12:15 pm: Live performance by The Russello Project

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14

ALE MARY’S AT THE BITTERENDER

126 Franklin Ave, Scranton, PA 18503 | $5 cover | $10 Hopper Passes Available | 21+

  • 10:00 – 10:45 pm: Bright Shiny Objects Band
  • 11:00 – 11:45 pm: Erich & Tyler Music Co.
  • 12:00 am – 1:30 am: Anytime Soon

THE BACKYARD ALE HOUSE

523 Linden St, Scranton, PA 18503 | $5 cover | $10 Hopper Passes Available | 21+

  • 8:30 – 9:15 pm: Jordan Ramirez
  • 9:30 – 10:15 pm: The Boastfuls
  • 10:30 – 11:15 pm: Personal Blend
  • 11:30 pm – 12:15 am: Mother Nature’s Sons
  • 12:30 am – 1:30 am: The Charming Beards

THE BOG

341 Adams Ave, Scranton, PA 18503 | $5 cover | $10 Hopper Passes Available | 21+

  • 7:00 – 7:45 pm: Old Charades
  • 8:00 – 8:45 pm: Dead Air
  • 9:00 – 9:45 pm: Mercy Gang
  • 10:00 – 10:45 pm: Doghouse Charlie
  • 11:00 – 11:45 pm: The Russello Project
  • 12:00 – 12:45 am: American Buffalo Ghost
  • 1:00 – 1:45 am: Second Suiter

THE BREW HOUSE AND BACK ROOM BAR

38 Sturges Rd, Peckville, PA 18452 | $5 cover | $10 Hopper Passes Available | 21+

  • 8:00 – 9:45 pm: The Frost
  • 10:00 – 10:45 pm: Fuzzy Mudd
  • 11:00 – 11:45 pm: Local Concern
  • 12:00 am – 1:30 am: The Family Ties

CROTTI’S ON ASH

1431 Ash St, Scranton, PA 18510 | Free | 21+

  • 7:00 – 7:30 pm: Ellie Rose
  • 7:45 – 8:15 pm: Eric Best
  • 8:30 – 9:00 pm: Frank Abruzzini
  • 9:15 – 9:45 pm: Abby Vail
  • 10:00 – 10:30 pm: John Fedo
  • 10:45 – 11:45 pm: Madd Kat

CLUB VIBE

1826, Castle Complex Building, N Main Ave, Scranton, PA 18508 | $10 includes Hopper Pass | All Ages

  • 7:30 pm: HD Tha Future
  • 8:00 pm: Phriend$
  • 8:30 pm: Eprestige
  • 9:00 pm: Illegal Seigal
  • 9:30 pm: Nate Williams
  • 10:00 pm: Triforcemuzik
  • 10:30 pm: Ace Waves
  • 11:00 pm: Secret Life Society
  • 11:30 pm: JBØNAX

HARRY’S

300 Penn Ave, Scranton, PA 18503 | $5 cover | $10 Hopper Passes Available | 21+

  • 7:00 – 7:40 pm: Black Sage Project
  • 8:00 – 8:49 pm: Sarah Carne
  • 9:00 – 9:40 pm: Epoch Failure
  • 10:00 – 10:40 pm: Blinded Passenger (Reunion Show)
  • 11:00 – 11:40 pm: Project 90’s
  • 12:00 – 1:30 am: Facing the Giants

THE IRISH WOLF PUB

503 Linden St, Scranton, PA 18503 | $5 cover | $10 Hopper Passes Available | 21+

  • 6:00 – 6:35 pm: 3 Love Records
  • 7:00 – 7:35 pm: Rob Santoro
  • 8:00 – 8:35 pm: Tier 15
  • 9:00 – 9:35 pm: Alone I Walk
  • 10:00 – 10:35 pm: Twisted Fantasy
  • 11:00 – 11:35 pm: Alpha Audio
  • 12:00 – 12:35 am: Gods of Space
  • 1:00 – 1:45 am: Sympotico

THE KEYS

244 Penn Ave, Scranton, PA 18509 | $5 cover | $10 Hopper Passes Available | 21+

  • 7:00 – 7:35 pm: Nowadaze
  • 8:00 – 8:35 pm: The Mongols
  • 9:00 – 9:35 pm: Brighter Days
  • 10:00 – 10:35 pm: Send Request
  • 11:00 – 11:35 pm: The Cryptid
  • 12:00 – 12:35 pm: Ed Allison
  • 1:00 – 1:35 am: Contours

THE NEW PENNY LOUNGE

1827 N Main Ave, Scranton, PA 18508 | $5 cover | $10 Hopper Passes Available | 21+

  • 7:00 – 7:35 pm: Black Horizon
  • 8:00 – 8:35 pm: Terrorize This!
  • 9:00 – 9:35 pm: The Stash
  • 10:00 – 10:35 pm: Minus Fields
  • 11:00 – 11:35 pm: Monoceros
  • 12:00 – 1:35 am: Earthmouth

PECULIAR SLURP SHOP

307 Penn Ave, Scranton, PA 18503 | Free | All Ages

  • 7:00 pm: Tim Kropa
  • 8:00 pm: Eibes
  • 9:00 pm: Tori Viccica

THIRST T’S BAR AND GRILL

120 Lincoln St, Olyphant, PA 18447 | $5 cover | $10 hopper passes available | 21+ or All Ages Accompanied by an adult over 25

INSIDE STAGE:

  • 6:00 – 6:40 pm: Ed Allison
  • 7:00 – 7:40 pm: Shock Value
  • 8:00 – 8:40 pm: His Dream of Lions
  • 9:00 – 10:45 pm: Always Undecided
  • 11:00 – 11:40 pm: Sterling Kock and the Freeway Jam
  • 12:00 – 1:15 am: John Clawson

PATIO STAGE:

  • 5:00 pm: Frank Marcinkowki
  • 6:00 pm: Jason P Yoder
  • 7:00 pm: Kyle Rebar

THE V SPOT BAR

906 Providence Rd, Scranton, PA 18508 | $5 cover | $10 hopper passes available | 21+ 

  • 6:00 – 6:40 pm: Brad Kingsley
  • 7:00 – 7:40 pm: Gold Steps
  • 8:00 – 8:40 pm: Three Imaginary Boys
  • 9:00 – 9:40 pm: Dreamers, Like Us
  • 10:00 – 10:40 pm: Rahway
  • 11:00 – 11:45 pm: Graces Downfall – 10 Year Anniversary Show ft. Original Members
  • 12:00 – 12:40 am: Behind the Grey
  • 1:00 – 1:45 am: The Boneflowers

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

JACK’S NORTHEAST MUSIC CENTER, INC.

713 Scranton Carbondale Hwy, Dickson City, PA 18519 | FREE | ALL AGES | OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

11 A.M. – NOON: ARTIST REGISTRATION TABLE OPENS/FREE BREAKFAST

NOON – 1 P.M.: MENTORING SESSIONS: LEARN FROM THE PEOPLE WHO LIVE IT

Mini breakout sessions will give attendees the chance to have face-to-face, small group mentoring sessions with industry professionals.

Mentors:

  • Mark Woodbridge, talent manager at Word Is Bond
  • Erick Droegmoeller, talent manager at Word Is Bond
  • John Phillips, entrepreneur/tour manager (Breaking Benjamin/Ice T/Starset/Snoop Dogg)
  • Josh Balz, entrepreneur/musician/former member of Motionless In White
  • Sean Mott, booking agent at Artery Global
  • Joey Lanzillotto, booking agent at Artery Global
  • Dave McWane, lead singer/touring musician with Big D and the Kids Table
  • Freddie Fabbri, radio personality/former manager of Breaking Benjamin

1 – 1:45 P.M.: TOURING – HOW TO SURVIVE ON THE ROAD

Touring sounds like fun, but to do it properly, there is a science involved. Industry professionals discuss the ins and outs of a proper tour. How do you book the tour, how do you pick the right tour, and how do you stay alive while on that tour? Hear it from the professionals who live and breath touring.

Panelists: Mark Woodbridge, John Phillips, Sean Mott, Joey Lanzillotto, and Dave McWane

2 – 2:45 P.M.: TECH IN MUSIC – HOW TECHNOLOGY CAN ALLOW YOU TO FOCUS ON MUSIC

Technology and music now go hand-in-hand. Utilizing the right applications and dedicating your resources to the correct tools is half the battle. Kris Jones of the Special Guest App and Ryan Hertel of Socialocca explain how, when properly utilized, their technology platforms can make your band’s life easier.

Panelists: Kris Jones (co-founder of Special Guest App) and Ryan Hertel, (touring DJ/owner of Socialocca and Tree Frog)

2 – 3 P.M.: FREE SNACKS/DRINKS

3 – 3:45 P.M.: BRANDING – YOUR BAND IS YOUR BUSINESS

Music is one thing. But, to really make it, a band must present themselves as the total package. Industry professionals that understand what it takes to present your band in the proper light discuss the dos and don’ts of branding your band.

Panelists: Keith Perks (photographer and owner of 1120 Creative), Josh Balz, and Erick Droegmoeller

4 – 5 P.M.: KEYNOTE – DEVELOPING A CAREER IN THE MUSIC AND RADIO INDUSTRY

This year’s keynote speaker is Freddie Fabbri, a local radio personality and former manager of Breaking Benjamin. Freddie has navigated the waters of the music and radio industry for years. His presentation will call upon special guests, live experiences, and data to discuss the ever-changing landscape of music and radio.

ALE MARY’S AT THE BITTERENDER

126 Franklin Ave, Scranton, PA 18503 | $5 cover | $10 Hopper Passes Available | 21+

  • 10:00 – 10:45 pm: The Great Heights Band
  • 11:00 – 11:45 pm: Young Thieves
  • 12:00 am – 1:30 am: Black Tie Stereo

THE BACKYARD ALE HOUSE

523 Linden St, Scranton, PA 18503 | $5 cover | $10 Hopper Passes Available | 21+

  • 8:30 – 9:15 pm: Kulick (RCA Records)
  • 9:30 – 10:15 pm: Gabby Borges
  • 10:30 – 11:15 pm: The Foxfires
  • 11:30 pm – 12:15 am: Will Wood and the Tapeworms
  • 12:30 am – 1:30 am: Knuckledrag

THE BOG

341 Adams Ave, Scranton, PA 18503 | $5 cover | $10 Hopper Passes Available | 21+

  • 6:00 – 6:45 pm: Alex D. Key the Local Nuisance
  • 7:00 – 7:45 pm: SkyMagik
  • 8:00 – 8:45 pm: DRMCTCHR
  • 9:00 – 9:45 pm: Alma Mater
  • 10:00 – 11:45 pm: Screaming Infidelities EMO NIGHT
  • 12:00 – 1:45 am: Nappi Music

ARTIST APPRECIATE PARTY AT THE BOG 10 PM – MIDNIGHT ( LET US BUY YOU SOME DRINKS)

THE BREW HOUSE AND BACK ROOM BAR

38 Sturges Rd, Peckville, PA 18452 | $5 cover | $10 Hopper Passes Available | 21+

  • 8:00 – 8:45 pm: Bryan Banks
  • 9:00 – 10:15 pm – Always Undecided
  • 10:30 – 11:45 pm: Grayson Drive
  • 12:00 – 1:45 am:  Winola

CROTTI’S ON ASH

1431 Ash St, Scranton, PA 18510 | Free | 21+

  • 7:00 – 7:30 pm: Lauren Aminor
  • 7:45 – 8:15 pm: Katie Knight
  • 8:30 – 9:00 pm: Joe Craig
  • 9:15 – 9:45 pm: Grant Williams
  • 10:00 – 11:45 pm: JP Williams

CLUB VIBE

1826, Castle Complex Building, N Main Ave, Scranton, PA 18508 | $10 includes Hopper Pass | All Ages

  • 7:30 pm: Dawnson Bailey
  • 8:00 pm: Holla Da Scholar
  • 8:30 pm: Lucas Hex
  • 9:00 pm: J Wright
  • 9:30 pm: iEnvy
  • 10:00 pm: Ill Ray the Menance
  • 10:30 pm: feverCEZER
  • 11:00 pm: DJ Cryptic

HARRY’S

300 Penn Ave, Scranton, PA 18503 | $5 cover | $10 Hopper Passes Available | 21+

  • 7:00 – 7:40 pm: III For the Road
  • 8:00 – 8:49 pm: The Human Circuit
  • 9:00 – 9:40 pm: We Are Funhouse
  • 10:00 – 10:40 pm: Mature Musical Pictures
  • 11:00 – 11:40 pm: The Boastfuls
  • 12:00 – 1:30 am: Zayre Mountain

THE IRISH WOLF PUB

503 Linden St, Scranton, PA 18503 | $5 cover | $10 Hopper Passes Available | 21+

  • 6:00 – 6:35 pm: The Crowning
  • 7:00 – 7:35 pm: Planning for Burial
  • 8:00 – 8:35 pm: (Damn) This Desert Air
  • 9:00 – 9:35 pm: Ripped Away
  • 10:00 – 10:35 pm: Black Hole Heart
  • 11:00 – 11:35 pm: The Aegan
  • 12:00 – 1:35 am: Red Hymns

THE KEYS

244 Penn Ave, Scranton, PA 18509 | $5 cover | $10 Hopper Passes Available | 21+

  • 7:00 – 7:35 pm: Crookshanks
  • 8:00 – 8:35 pm: Stay Loud
  • 9:00 – 9:35 pm: Gold Steps
  • 10:00 – 10:35 pm: Esta Coda (acoustic set)
  • 11:00 – 11:35 pm: Seven Story Fall
  • 12:00 – 1:30 pm: E57

THE NEW PENNY LOUNGE

1827 N Main Ave, Scranton, PA 18508 | $5 cover | $10 Hopper Passes Available | 21+

  • 6:00 – 6:35 pm: Haela
  • 7:00 – 7:35 pm: Enda Vera
  • 8:00 – 8:35 pm: The Scripts
  • 9:00 – 9:35 pm: Hunter Alive
  • 10:00 – 10:35 pm: Completely Different Monster
  • 11:00 – 11:35 pm: Suppermassive
  • 12:00 – 1:35 am: We the People

PECULIAR SLURP SHOP

307 Penn Ave, Scranton, PA 18503 | Free | All Ages

  • 7:00 pm: Alone I Walk
  • 8:00 pm: Jay Luke
  • 9:00 pm: Sweetnest

THIRST T’S BAR AND GRILL

120 Lincoln St, Olyphant, PA 18447 | $5 cover | $10 hopper passes available | 21+ or All Ages Accompanied by an adult over 25

INSIDE STAGE:

  • 6:00 – 6:40 pm: Joe Lombardo
  • 7:00 – 7:40 pm: Shamrock Duo
  • 8:00 – 8:40 pm: AYYA
  • 9:00 – 9:45 pm: Blind Choice
  • 10:00 – 10:45 pm: Piece of Mind
  • 11:00 – 11:40 pm: Reach for the Sky
  • 12:00 – 12:15 am: Crystal Clayton
  • 1:00 am – 1:30 am: Grapefruit Cannonball

PATIO STAGE:

  • 5:00 pm: EnjinzFire
  • 6:00 pm: Teagan Edsell
  • 7:00 pm: Bryan Brophy

THE V SPOT BAR

906 Providence Rd, Scranton, PA 18508 | $5 cover | $10 hopper passes available | 21+ 

  • 6:00 – 6:40 pm: Brad Kingsley
  • 7:00 – 7:40 pm: The Stash
  • 8:00 – 8:40 pm: VICTIM
  • 9:00 – 9:40 pm: The Holtzmann Effect
  • 9:45 – 10:00 pm: Lucas Hex
  • 10:00 – 10:40 pm: Traverse the Abyss
  • 11:00 – 11:40 am: These Idol hands
  • 12:00 – 12:40 am: Destination West
  • 1:00 – 1:40 am: Slapjaw
NEPA Scene: "Last year’s conference featured performances by over 150 bands from eight states in 11 venues throughout the Scranton area, the Steamtown Music Awards celemony with many new awards and special performances of its own, and free panel discussions and mentoring sessions for local musicians, professionals, and music fans. As the largest event of its kind in Northeastern Pennsylvania, this celebration of the diverse local music scene is much more than a music festival, bringing hundreds of artists and music industry professionals together annually to meet and network while recognizing and showcasing established and up-and-coming musicians."

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