Electric City Music Conference

06/01/2026

The 13th Annual Electric City Music Conference is excited to welcome Duds to Scranton this September, bringing technical brilliance and instrumental rock intensity to ECMC 2026.

The musical project of Michael “Duds” McDonald, Duds has become a standout force in the Northeastern Pennsylvania music scene, earning a reputation for jaw-dropping guitar work, intricate compositions, and live performances packed with power and precision.

Blending instrumental progressive rock, melodic heavy guitar work, and experimental arrangements, Duds creates music that showcases both technical mastery and emotional depth, proving that sometimes guitars can say it all without a single lyric.

While rooted in McDonald’s songwriting vision, Duds comes alive on stage as a live instrumental power trio alongside Anthony Viola (drums) and Jesse Viola (bass), delivering performances that are equal parts musicianship and raw energy.

A frequent Steamtown Music Awards nominee for honors like Guitarist of the Year, Solo Artist of the Year, and Trio of the Year, Duds has become a staple of the NEPA underground music scene and a favorite among fans who appreciate serious musicianship.

If you love virtuoso guitar playing, progressive rock, instrumental intensity, and bands that push musical boundaries, Duds is a set you do not want to miss this September in Scranton.

🔥 Catch Duds live at the 13th Annual Electric City Music Conference.

🎟️ Early Bird tickets and Weekend Hopper Passes are on sale now at ElectricCityMusicConference.com

🎤 Artists interested in performing can apply now at ElectricCityMusicConference.com

🏆 The Electric City Music Conference kicks off with the Steamtown Music Awards on Thursday, September 10! Nominate your favorite local musicians and music industry professionals today at ElectricCityMusicConference.com!

06/01/2026

The 13th Annual Electric City Music Conference is excited to welcome Delaware Ave Ave to Scranton this September, bringing their infectious indie rock sound and high-energy live show to ECMC 2026.

Hailing from the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre area, Delaware Ave has become a standout in Northeastern Pennsylvania’s indie and alternative music scene with a sound built on big hooks, driving guitars, and energetic rock songwriting that keeps crowds moving.

Originally performing under the name The Crates, the band reemerged as Delaware Ave, a name that better reflected their evolving sound and artistic direction, and they have been making noise on the regional circuit ever since.

Fronted by Chris Jackson alongside a lineup of talented local musicians, Delaware Ave delivers a style of indie rock and alternative rock that feels both catchy and full of live-wire energy.

With their debut EP My Friends Don’t Like You and a growing reputation on the local festival and club circuit, Delaware Ave has become a must-see act for fans of the NEPA underground music scene.

If you love hook-heavy indie rock, energetic live performances, and hometown bands that know how to light up a stage, Delaware Ave is a set you do not want to miss this September in Scranton.

🔥 Catch Delaware Ave live at the 13th Annual Electric City Music Conference.

🎟️ Early Bird tickets and Weekend Hopper Passes are on sale now at ElectricCityMusicConference.com

🎤 Artists interested in performing can apply now at ElectricCityMusicConference.com

🏆 The Electric City Music Conference kicks off with the Steamtown Music Awards on Thursday, September 10! Nominate your favorite local musicians and music industry professionals today at ElectricCityMusicConference.com!

06/01/2026

The 13th Annual Electric City Music Conference is excited to welcome Katie Evans to Scranton this September, bringing her heartfelt songwriting and captivating live performance to ECMC 2026.

A talented singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Northeastern Pennsylvania, Katie Evans has become a beloved part of the local music scene with a sound that blends indie pop, rock, and folk into songs that are emotional, honest, and deeply relatable.

Influenced by artists like Evanescence and Blue October, Katie creates music that balances raw emotion, soaring melodies, and introspective storytelling, connecting with listeners through every lyric and every performance.

A versatile live artist, Katie moves effortlessly between guitar, piano, and keyboard, whether performing intimate solo sets or bringing extra energy with a full band behind her.

Known for standout original releases like “Paper Castles,” “Demons,” “Words Come To Life,” and “One More Last Time,” Katie has built a strong following across NEPA with her authentic artistry and unforgettable stage presence.

If you love emotional indie songwriting, powerful vocals, and artists who wear their heart on their sleeve, Katie Evans is a set you do not want to miss this September in Scranton.

🔥 Catch Katie Evans live at the 13th Annual Electric City Music Conference.

🎟️ Early Bird tickets and Weekend Hopper Passes are on sale now at ElectricCityMusicConference.com

🎤 Artists interested in performing can apply now at ElectricCityMusicConference.com

🏆 The Electric City Music Conference kicks off with the Steamtown Music Awards on Thursday, September 10! Nominate your favorite local musicians and music industry professionals today at ElectricCityMusicConference.com!

05/31/2026

The 13th Annual Electric City Music Conference is excited to welcome Tim McGraw Cover Band (TCMB) to Scranton this September for a performance that is sure to surprise, delight, and keep audiences leaning in.

Despite the name, Tim McGraw Cover Band is not your typical country tribute act. The project is the musical moniker of Frank Casper, a Scranton-based solo musician and singer-songwriter known for crafting a sound that blends indie, folk, acoustic textures, shoegaze influences, and a sharp sense of humor into something uniquely his own.

Thoughtful, offbeat, and undeniably creative, TCMB has become a favorite in Scranton’s underground music scene, delivering intimate performances that balance heartfelt songwriting, clever lyricism, and unexpected charm.

A regular presence at local showcases and DIY spaces, Frank has built a reputation for doing things differently, proving that sometimes the most intriguing artists are the ones who refuse to fit neatly into a box.

If you love indie songwriting, acoustic storytelling, quirky artistry, and performances with personality, Tim McGraw Cover Band (TCMB) is a set you do not want to miss at ECMC 2026.

🔥 Catch TCMB live this September in Scranton.

🎟️ Early Bird tickets and Weekend Hopper Passes are on sale now at ElectricCityMusicConference.com

🎤 Artists interested in performing can apply now at ElectricCityMusicConference.com

🏆 The Electric City Music Conference kicks off with the Steamtown Music Awards on Thursday, September 10! Nominate your favorite local musicians and music industry professionals today at ElectricCityMusicConference.com!

05/31/2026

The 13th Annual Electric City Music Conference is excited to welcome Squid Sterling to Scranton this September, bringing his larger-than-life personality and rock-fueled performance to ECMC 2026.

A true Northeast Pennsylvania original, Squid Sterling is a rock musician, entrepreneur, and professional wrestler who has built a reputation for delivering performances packed with charisma, energy, and pure entertainment.

Known throughout the regional wrestling circuit as a champion and master showman, Squid brings that same theatrical, storytelling-driven intensity to his music, creating performances that are as engaging as they are unpredictable.

A lifelong musician who picked up the guitar in the fifth grade, Squid blends influences from classic rock, hard rock, grunge, metal, and beyond, delivering a sound and stage presence that hits with attitude and authenticity.

From championship wrestling matches to rock stages across NEPA, Squid Sterling has spent years building a name by doing things his own way, and that fearless creative spirit makes him a must-see at ECMC 2026.

If you love big personalities, rock n’ roll attitude, and performers who know how to command a crowd, Squid Sterling is a set you do not want to miss this September in Scranton.

⚡ Catch Squid Sterling live at the 13th Annual Electric City Music Conference.

🎟️ Early Bird tickets and Weekend Hopper Passes are on sale now at ElectricCityMusicConference.com

🎤 Artists interested in performing can apply now at ElectricCityMusicConference.com

🏆 The Electric City Music Conference kicks off with the Steamtown Music Awards on Thursday, September 10! Nominate your favorite local musicians and music industry professionals today at ElectricCityMusicConference.com!

05/30/2026

Get ready to hit the dance floor because DJ MC (Jay McConnell) is bringing the beats to the 13th Annual Electric City Music Conference this September in Scranton, PA.

Known offstage as Jay McConnell, DJ MC is a Scranton-based EDM producer, DJ, and nightlife advocate who has spent nearly two decades behind the decks, helping shape and energize the electronic dance music scene across Northeastern Pennsylvania.

From packed club nights to private events and festival stages, DJ MC has built a reputation for delivering high-energy sets packed with tech house grooves, EDM bangers, and classic house vibes that keep crowds moving from the first drop to the final beat.

His journey into DJ culture started in unforgettable fashion. After neighbors complained that his drum kit was too loud, he sold it, bought DJ gear, and turned that moment into a lifelong passion for music and mixing.

With original tracks like “Get Up” and “Make You Lose Control,” DJ MC continues to push his sound forward while bringing the kind of live energy that electronic music fans crave.

If you love big drops, nonstop energy, and dance music that lights up the room, DJ MC is a set you do not want to miss at ECMC 2026.

🔥 Catch DJ MC live in Scranton this September.

🎟️ Early Bird tickets and Weekend Hopper Passes are on sale now at ElectricCityMusicConference.com

🎤 Artists interested in performing can apply now at ElectricCityMusicConference.com

🏆 The Electric City Music Conference kicks off with the Steamtown Music Awards on Thursday, September 10! Nominate your favorite local musicians and music industry professionals today at ElectricCityMusicConference.com!

05/30/2026

The 13th Annual Electric City Music Conference is excited to welcomeChristian Brown to Scranton this September, bringing his incredible talent, dynamic stage presence, and unmistakable artistry to ECMC 2026.

A true multi-faceted performer from Northeastern Pennsylvania, Christian Michl Brown is a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, dancer, choreographer, and theatrical performer whose career spans music, stage, and dance.

As a solo pop artist, Christian has made his mark with his debut album Chapter II, featuring standout tracks like “Run Away,” “Hide Away,” “Reflection,” and “Tap That,” showcasing his powerful vocals and pop-forward songwriting. But his talents do not stop there.

Christian is also the male lead vocalist, pianist, rhythm guitarist, and saxophonist for Scranton favorites Meet Me on Marcie, lead steel drummer for the Electric City Steel Drum Project, and an accomplished theatrical performer whose career has taken him to Broadway stages, regional productions, and international tours.

With a magnetic presence on stage and 7 Steamtown Music Award nominations across his many musical projects, Christian Michl Brown is an artist who truly does it all.

If you love big vocals, theatrical energy, pop hooks, and unforgettable live performances, this is a set you do not want to miss this September in Scranton.

🔥 Catch Christian Michl Brown live at ECMC 2026.

🎟️ Early Bird tickets and Weekend Hopper Passes are on sale now at ElectricCityMusicConference.com

🎤 Artists interested in performing can apply now at ElectricCityMusicConference.com

🏆 The Electric City Music Conference kicks off with the Steamtown Music Awards on Thursday, September 10! Nominate your favorite local musicians and music industry professionals today at ElectricCityMusicConference.com!

05/30/2026

We’re proud to that The Bog is an official a venue for the 2026 Electric City Music Conference!

For 13 years, The Bog has been part of the fabric of the ECMC. Long before conference badges, packed panels, and weekend hopper passes… there was The Bog. A legendary downtown Scranton institution that has always opened its doors to local musicians, artists, weirdos, punks, poets, and alternative culture with zero judgment and plenty of heavy pours.

Located at 341 Adams Ave. in downtown Scranton, The Bog is more than just a bar. It’s a home for the local music scene. A place where bartenders lend an ear, local bands fill the jukebox, and affordable drinks fuel unforgettable nights and lifelong friendships.

Some call it the best Irish pub in America. Others (like the organizer of the ECMC) literally have the building tattooed on their thigh. That’s loyalty. That’s appreciation. That’s what The Bog means to this community.

The Bog has supported the Electric City Music Conference since the very beginning, and we’re honored to continue that tradition in 2026 alongside their incredible owners and second-to-none staff.

Oh… and let’s not forget: Screaming Emo Night was born on The Bog stage during the 2017 ECMC as an afterparty for exhausted musicians who weren’t ready for the night to end.

From indie shows and poetry nights to comedy, craft beer, and community, The Bog remains one of the true cultural landmarks of Northeastern Pennsylvania.

Welcome back to ECMC 2026, Bog. 🖤

05/29/2026

The 13th Annual Electric City Music Conference is excited to welcome Walt Kosar to Scranton this September, bringing his mesmerizing guitar work and immersive live performance to ECMC 2026.

A Northeastern Pennsylvania-based multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer, and music educator, Walt Kozer has built a reputation for creating instrumental music that is both technically stunning and emotionally captivating.

Known for his intricate fingerstyle guitar playing, live looping, advanced tapping techniques, and cinematic melodies, Walt crafts performances that go far beyond a typical guitar set, creating rich sonic landscapes that transport listeners somewhere else entirely.

In addition to his acclaimed solo work, Walt also serves as the lead guitarist for progressive instrumental rock band People Mae, while his original music has earned placements on major networks including MTV, VH1, CMT, Fox Sports, Discovery Channel, and the History Channel. His guitar mastery has also landed him features in Guitar Player Magazine.

If you love technical brilliance, ambient instrumental music, and performances that showcase the guitar as an art form, Walt Kozer is a set you do not want to miss this September in Scranton.

🔥 Experience Walt Kozer live at ECMC 2026.

🎟️ Early Bird tickets and Weekend Hopper Passes are on sale now at ElectricCityMusicConference.com

🎤 Artists interested in performing can apply now at ElectricCityMusicConference.com

🏆 The Electric City Music Conference kicks off with the Steamtown Music Awards on Thursday, September 10! Nominate your favorite local musicians and music industry professionals today at ElectricCityMusicConference.com!

12/08/2025

This weekend, our friend Daniel Rosler had his car stolen. Along with it went his guitar, amp, and pedals — the tools of his craft, his livelihood, and a huge part of who he is. It’s a devastating loss for anyone, but especially for a musician right before Christmas.

I’ve known Dan for decades, and he’s genuinely one of the kindest, sweetest dudes I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting. He’s a great dad, a staple of our music community, and someone who shows up for others without hesitation. Just a few weeks ago, he and his band Esta Coda played at the surprise birthday party my wife threw for me — because that’s who Dan is: always willing to give, always willing to help.

I've personally seen Dan has play at countless benefit shows over the years at the drop of a hat. Now, he could use some support. I know the music community — and the whole Scranton arts community — can rally behind a genuinely good human.

If you’re able, please consider donating.

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