Sounds Around Town
Sounds Around Town is WQLN's series of free concerts and TV and radio broadcasts, outdoors at WQLN, 8425 Peach Street, Erie (indoors in case of inclement weather), featuring all local bands.
Each year, music lovers of all ages enjoy WQLN's Sounds Around Town free concerts in the picturesque setting of WQLN's wooded pavilion. The public is invited and encouraged to bring their picnic blankets and festival chairs for four family-friendly evenings of local entertainment.
As an added bonus, you get a peek at the behind-the-scenes operation of WQLN PBS NPR production. We record the concerts live and air them on WQLN PBS on Thursday nights in the summer and on WQLN NPR throughout the coming year.
Showtime for each 60- to 90-minute concert is 7:30pm. WQLN PBS NPR production will begin at 6:00pm, and guests are invited to come early.
Cost: FREE
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Founded in March 2024, Round Midnite is a dynamic live band bringing soulful vocals, rich harmonies, and feel-good energy to every performance. Featuring vocalists Corey, Bree, and Toy, backed by Akeem on keys, Brandon on bass, Sean on guitar, and Paige on drums, the group blends decades of musical experience into a sound audiences instantly connect with. Known for their powerful harmonies and nostalgic R&B-inspired vibe, Round Midnite delivers performances that feel like a live soundtrack to good times, great memories, and unforgettable nights. -
RM Delta is an Erie-based blues act featuring veteran musicians Rodger Montgomery and Mark Dolak, delivering a soulful blend of electric blues, roots rock, and classic Americana. Known for their gritty guitar work, tight musicianship, and laid-back groove, the duo brings an authentic, no-frills approach to live performance that connects with audiences of all ages. Whether playing intimate venues, festivals, or outdoor summer concerts, RM Delta combines seasoned musicianship with a deep appreciation for the traditions of blues music while adding their own Erie-grown style and energy to every set. -
The Lords of the Highway are an unstoppable force of high-energy rockabilly and "hillbilly punk" that has been tearing up stages since 1992 with a raw, hard-hitting sound that is definitely "not your grandpa’s music." Renowned for their tight, sweaty, and oversexed live performances, they bring a massive stage presence that has shared the spotlight with legends like Reverend Horton Heat and Dick Dale, making them the ultimate choice for any show that demands pure, high-octane rock and roll. -
Experience the embodiment of the golden era of soul music with Reminiscent: The Ladies of Motown. A stunning 9-piece group. Reminiscent captures everything that made the genre iconic: from The Supremes' captivating harmonies to Gladys Knights soul-stirring rhythms. The look-a-like/sound-a-like tributes will take you back to an era where music had a beat, a soul, and a message. Experience a spectacle of dazzling choreography, authentic costumes, and stunning vocal performances, backed by an astounding group of musicians. Whether you're a lifelong Motown fan or a newcomer, Reminiscent's shows are a soulful trip down memory lane.
