Get ready for a summer night full of music, energy, and local talent! ShoreLake Arts proudly presents the 1st Annual Listen Here! Concert, a dynamic showcase of emerging and developing teen bands and solo acts from across Washington State.

This all-ages event features a diverse lineup of musical styles, offering something for everyone—from indie rock to funk, pop, and beyond. Enjoy the show from the comfort of your lawn chairs and blankets, and soak up the lively, family-friendly atmosphere.

🍔 Local Food Vendors
🎸 Live Performances by Rising Artists

The Listen Here! is more than a concert—it's a stepping stone for up-and-coming musicians, offering them a chance to build their skills, connect with industry professionals, and shine on a public stage.

Don’t miss this chance to support the arts and discover the future of Washington’s music scene—right in your own backyard!

This event aims to support the development of emerging under 21 musical talent in Washington State. The showcase provides these up-and-coming musicians a platform and a unique pathway to build their musical skills and network with industry professionals. 

Backline Provided:

• We will be providing drum backline, but not cymbals.

• Drum specs are a 22x16” kick, 12x10” rack tom, 16x16 floor tom, and a 14x6.5” snare.

• There will be stands for hi-hat two crash and one ride cymbal provided

• A DW9000 kick pedal will be available if drummers do not wish to bring their own.

• If a drummer wishes to bring their own gear, setup and teardown that lasts beyond the allotted time will come from their set time

• Guitar and bass must bring their own amps, cabinets, and pedal setups

• The sound technician will be equipped to handle DI connections for bass and will mic cabinets at changeover

• Keys, loopers, etc. should specify how many mono and stereo inputs the sound technician will need to include in the mix

• Horns, brass, and other acoustic instruments without pickups should also be specified by the artist, so the sound technician can be prepared with appropriate mic options

• Bands and solo acts should also specify how many vocal positions they will need for their set

Selection Criteria:
Our judges will be evaluating the bands and solo acts on the following criteria:

• Musicality

• Technique

• Professionalism 

• Accessibility

• Originality

• Audience reaction

• Presence