“The competition was fierce and each band brought something special to the stage. Participating bands may also be considered to open for national shows, to participate in Sherman Showcase shows or other events. In addition to the cash prize, Project 9 will receive a session to record a song at Soundmine Recording Studio in East Stroudsburg. Heavy metal band from Scranton, Traverse the Abyss took 2nd Place and The Nick Tauer Band, a country rock band out of Pottsville, took home 3rd place.

Project 9 took home the grand prize for the Battle of the Bands at Sherman Theater. Judges for the event were Dan Malsch, owner of Soundmine Recording Studio and Soundmine Recording Academy in East Stroudsburg, John Oakes, owner of the Poconos Park amphitheater in Bushkill, and Daniel Romagno, talent buyer and booking agent for the Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg. Participating bands were evaluated on musical talent, on-stage performance, and audience response. The group prides themselves on high-fire live performances and certainly didn’t hold back during this epic showdown in the Poconos that won them the gold. Project 9 is a rock band based out of the Lehigh Valley area. It was the best time ever,” said Project 9 band members vocalist Rebecca Ripley, guitarist Russell Krutisia, bassist Mike Schuon, and drummer Scott Fore.

“We had the time of our lives! We want to thank the Sherman Theater for the opportunity to rock it out on the big stage and for giving us a chance to compete and share our music with a wider audience. The eight bands selected for the competition were: Azlyn, Into Sunday, Intoxxxication, Project 9, Suppress the Sky, The Nick Tauer Band, The Sex Monkeys and Traverse the Abyss.

On Friday, December 15, the eight competing bands brought their A-game, captivating the fans and the judges with their exciting performances and original music. The contest showcased a range of musical talent - from country to rock to heavy metal. After a night of diverse performances, judges declared Project 9 the winner taking home First Place and a cash prize of $800. STROUDSBURG - The Sherman Theater announced the winner of their recent Battle of the Bands contest, where eight local and regional bands competed for the #1 spot.

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