Hello Rockstars!
My goal originally for Vegas Music Scene started as just simply having a love for the music scene and wanting the local bands and artists to just be seen and try to get their shows promoted. The biggest and unfortunate downside of trying to have a thriving local music and arts culture in the entertainment capital of the world, is that all of the wonderful local artists always get overshadowed by whatever bullshit is on the strip. Don’t get me wrong, whatever the strip offers is fine, but there is so much more to Las Vegas and Two years ago that was my simple goal: To give artists a voice to be heard. I feel all these years later, that is still an incredible goal and especially with the way our world is right now, I feel now more than ever, celebrating Music, Art, Freedom of Speech and freedom of Expression is so incredibly important and I feel that is our biggest power that we have; to be our unapologetic and creative selves and to never lose sight that everyone’s voices deserved to be heard! We are all amazing, important and please I hope all of you never lose sight of that!
So when I talked to Riyah Booking about doing a concert originally we always knew we wanted local bands and artists (of course! lol), but then she asked if we could make it more than that, so we decided to make it a celebration of the local community and also most importantly this is a celebration of Creativity and self-expression! And what better way to celebrate than by having a one of kind festival with 9 Local bands and Artists, 5 Local Live Painters, amazing local vendors and an incredibly important Non-Profit End Overdose Las Vegas.
Here’s what you can expect from the Vegas Music Scene 2 Year Anniversary Festival on 01/25!
Location:
Taverna Costera
1031 S Main St, Las Vegas, NV 89101
Doors Open: 5pm
Tickets can be purchased at the door or online:
https://posh.vip/e/vegas-music-scene-2-year-anniversary-fest?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaahroWYo0nL_Ja_ZM0tND4Ey8OYYFmByNlKkiBGWrZGD06KtpmNXHeG590_aem_1CAY66oiUWjenDFIWiM1VQ
The Bands Performing:
About Daddy Priest:
Born around the turn of the century, Daddy Priest has worked with legendary funk acts Cameo and Parliament Funkadelic. He has also lent his vocal talents to TV and Movies (which have received critical acclaim) such as Fox’s The Greatest Showman and HBO’s Game of Thrones.
Taking inspiration from Prince, Van Halen, and Megadeth. Priest’s soulful bluesy voice and high speed guitar licks will make you smile, laugh, cry, and want to come back for more. He currently plays with Duran Duran Duran, Candace Wakefield, Indiana Bradley, and The Daddy Priest Experience.
About Riyah:
Mariah Bongiovanni created the band RIYAH in January 2022 after managing other bands in the local scene. Mariah realized that they could do the work they do for other bands for their own band and so thus RIYAH was created.
Mariah’s background is mostly in choral work, being in choir for eight years, including at the collegiate level. They were also a part of the Choir Council, student council for the choir body, as secretary for three years then president during their senior year of high school.
Choir Council taught them the basics of how to put on events and bring the community together. Mariah has been putting on local shows/events including protests since 2020 and in April of 2024 RIYAH Booking came to be! RIYAH Booking is a collective that has a love for music and community.
By combining those things they hope to create a safe place where everyone can belong and enjoy themselves. Performing as a solo act on 1/25 Mariah hopes everyone enjoys the new music material and the festival!
About 2Dayz:
We are the indie rock group 2dayz! Set in Las Vegas we started as a high school band who want to take this as far as we can go. We do our best to create music that we love and spread the same joy we had creating it to the people who care to listen. We love what we do and we’re taking our music to the top!
About Assinine:
Hi! We’re ASSININE, Punk infused metal band from Las Vegas, NV.
We enjoy long walks off short bridges, warm bubble baths and all things Attitude Era Wrestling.
In our spare time we like to make music that is loud. Very loud.
Our sound varies from song to song – sometimes our songs hang more punk rock side, sometimes our songs hang more to the metal side.
Together, we also enjoy gossiping about the injustices invoked by our world leaders, “whistle” blowing the corrupt, and telling Spotify to suck it. 😁
ASSININE is made of up of 4 obnoxious components:
Lead Vocals – The Agitator: Velvet Taint
Lead Guitar – Axeman: Robby Chaos
Lead Bass – The Sac: Harry Sac
Lead Drums – Alex: The Romanian Skin-Slappa
*new music releasing 2025…except not on Spotify… because Spotify can suck it‼️
Love,
ASSININE.
Check them out on Bandcamp!!
About Hot Take:
Hey! We are Hot take, a local band from Vegas. We’ve been a band together for about a year now and love playing live music together!
Our single ‘catcher in the rye is my favorite book but what the fuck was the rye’ is out on Spotify and all streaming platforms 🙂
—Thank you, Hot Take!!
About Desmother:
The band Desmother is more than a band it’s family, and it sounds cliche but it literally is family composed of Josue Flaco which are sons to Sandra the drummer. The bands goal is to share our culture with the world with awesome music from our country, we are trying to make people experience a Latin party and just have a good time, Desmother is Spanglish for a good time!
About Rosedrop:
Rosedrop started with high school besties lead singer/guitarist Cameron and Drummer Spencer, and now include another high school Friend Cierra jointing in vocals, as well as adding Enrique on guitar, and Nico filling in on bass.
We started with no specific vision, just a mindset of taking it one step at a time—and it’s bloomed into something bigger than we ever imagined. Along the way, we’ve met incredible friends who share the love for music, collaboration, and simply having a good time. Together, we’ve created something truly special.
For more information, check out their Instagram.
About Coco Vaughn:
Coco Vaughn is a new Emo/Post-Hardcore band out of Las Vegas. This new group was conceptualized by Dru Shaw when he wanted a new outlet for this heavy and nostalgic sound. Blending together elements of old and new while writing about authentic experience and seeking to live out the dream of Myspace and Mall Emocore; the journey of Coco Vaughn has only just begun.
Check out their new track “Unsettling” on Bandcamp!
About Mushroom Forest:
“Mushroom Forest ignites the punk scene with a fiery blend of metal and thrash influences, drawing inspiration from icons such as My Chemical Romance, Megadeth, and The Wonder Years.
Founded by guitarist Judas Jones in early 2022, the band embarked on a spirited search for like-minded musicians to complete their lineup. Later that year, they were joined by drummer Robert Lewis, whose powerful rhythms became a key element of their dynamic sound.
In late 2023, the band welcomed Phoenix Brissette into their ranks, whose bass grooves and vocal prowess added a new dimension to their sonic arsenal. Judas Jones’s searing guitar work and impassioned vocals, coupled with Robert Lewis’s hard-hitting drumming and Phoenix Brissette’s demanding bass lines and compelling voice, form the backbone of their captivating sound.”
The Live Painters:
About Sara:
Sara Godbout is a dynamic Las Vegas-based artist known for her bold, bright, and colorful cartoonish imagery. Working across a variety of mediums—including acrylic paint, watercolor, spray paint, digital art, and graphic design—Sara’s distinctive style combines playful energy with intricate detail, resulting in vibrant works that captivate and engage viewers. Her art often carries a sense of whimsy and fun, while also pushing creative boundaries.
As an influential figure in the heart of the Downtown Las Vegas Arts District, Sara is deeply embedded in the local art scene. She plays a pivotal role in curating events for the ISI Group, helping to bring together the community through creative collaboration and cultural experiences. In addition to her curatorial work, Sara actively participates in live painting events at local businesses, providing entertainment and engaging with the public in real-time. She also shares her artistic expertise through teaching, hosting classes and paint parties that allow others to tap into their own creativity while fostering a fun and welcoming environment.
Whether she’s creating artwork or nurturing the Las Vegas arts community, Sara Godbout’s passion for creativity and connection continues to inspire and uplift those around her.
For more information, please check out her Instagram.
About ERBY:
ERBY is an abstract painter whose creative journey began with a scholarship to Memphis College of Art for a remarkable series of high school paintings. With a bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, ERBY explores multiple art forms—including digital art, 3D clay, photo manipulation, photography, videography, and video editing. Their versatility extends online, where they were handpicked by Redditts creativity team to create custom avatars for their avatar program before it was opened to the public.
When painting, ERBY embraces spontaneity and intuition, typically starting with no preconceived idea. Like speaking before thinking, the process flows freely, guided by the moment and finished only when it feels complete. This unfiltered approach results in a raw, honest representation of thought in real time. By trusting instinct above structure, ERBY invites viewers into an immediate, organic world where emotion and creativity take center stage.
For more information, please check out his Instagram.
About Samara:
My name is Samara (@frm20007), and I’m a young witch and multi-mixed media artist creating from the deepest places of the subconscious. My work breaks barriers in creation and healing, exploring how art can uncover past and future truths while illuminating the relationship between energy, creativity, and self.
For me, art is a sacred space—a tool for growth, healing, and authenticity. Through my creations, I delve into the shadow, embracing it as a source of power and truth, and invite others to reconnect with their raw, true, and even silly selves. I do everything for my four-year-old self—art for her, healing for her, and growth for her— By healing myself through my Art, I aim to show others they can heal too.x
When we honor all parts of who we are, healing becomes possible. x
For more information, please check out her Instagram.
About Serotonin:
Hi, I’m Serotonin Whitt, a visual artist creating “creepy cute” pieces that blend the eerie with the endearing. My art channels personal experiences, exploring sensitivity, compassion, and breaking free from societal norms. Through vibrant acrylics, sculpture, and digital work, I aim to uplift, inspire, and connect with those who see beauty in the unconventional.
Follow my journey on Instagram @SerotoninOD to explore more and join the community.
For more information, please check out her Instagram.
About Dawn:
Hi I’m dawnzdoodlez, I am a Vegas local tattoo artist at BlackRhino
(@blackrhinotattoos ) Tattoo. I specialize in geometric work but I also enjoy realism and surrealism. Outside of tattooing I use charcoal and oil paint as mediums. I like to explore a psychedelic and whimsical style in my work.
In the future I’m looking to expand my horizons and write a comic book. I also teach painting classes through Paint the Town and privately for events. I am passionate about emerging myself in the art world and all that comes with it.
For more information, please check out her Instagram.
Our Vendors are all local businesses who will be selling one of a kind amazing creations, please check out their booths at the festival and also just support our mom and pop business’s in general as well!
Here are the wonderful vendors that are participating:
@kateloveskewpies
@luckys.mp
@phoenixartsandcrafts
@_grace.mp3_
@delightfuldesignscollc
@ellapreslyn
@cannibalxmutt
Our Non-Profit:
End Overdose Las Vegas
About End overdose:
End Overdose is a harm reduction 501c3 nonprofit based in LA with chapters all over the states. Through training, education, and compassion together we can end overdose. The End Overdose Las Vegas Chapter became official last year in July of 2024, but not without Nate Struod (Chapter President) and Mariah Bongiovanni (Chapter Vice President) volunteering with the organization since May 2022.
After losing many people close to them to a fentanyl overdose they have seen first hand how overdose impacts their community. Training and handing out Narcan and fentanyl testing strips at local rock and edm shows, EDC, and more Nate and Mariah hope to grow the Las Vegas chapter.
One goal for this city based chapter is to train all the local bartenders at every music venue on how to recognize an overdose and save a life.
Follow their journey at @endoverdose.vegas
Come celebrate creativity, freedom of speech and freedom of expression! I hope to see you guys there!
Tickets Can Be Purchased at the door or online at:
https://posh.vip/e/vegas-music-scene-2-year-anniversary-fest
Logo by @artbycherryjayne
Flyer by @kateloveskewpies
—VMS and Riyah Booking. xoxoxoxox