Episode 255: Skalidays 2025 – Keeping Ska & Punk Alive in Scranton
About This Episode
In this episode, Popko sits down with Ray Meoni and Kyle Johnson to talk about Scranton Skalidays 2025, happening December 20th at The Ritz Theater in downtown Scranton. Skalidays has become a Northeast PA holiday tradition — a massive celebration of ska, punk, and community.
Now in its fourth year, Skalidays continues to grow, bringing together bands and fans from across the region. Ray and Kyle dive into how the event has evolved from a 60-cap room to one of Scranton’s biggest DIY festivals, plus the challenges and rewards of keeping local punk culture alive.
What You’ll Hear:
- 🎶 The 2025 lineup featuring Catch 22, Folly, Keep Flying, The Working Class Stiffs, and more
- 🏛️ The move to The Ritz Theater and what it means for NEPA’s music scene
- 💡 Behind the scenes with Riot Squad Media and Diavolo Booking
- 🎤 The power of community and DIY teamwork
- 👶 Ray’s big personal news — and his “last hurrah” before fatherhood!
“It’s ska. It’s punk. It’s Scranton. It’s Skalidays.” — Ray Meoni
🎟️ Get your tickets through Riot Squad Media or Diavolo Booking. Don’t miss the pre-party at Union Vapors on December 19th!
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