Where The Las Vegas Local Music Scene Gets Its Crown: The Neon Rocker Awards 2026

Wouldn't it be cool if: there were awards for the best of the best in our Local Las Vegas Music Scene?

The bands that blow the roof off every stage, the musicians who bleed rhythm and sweat passion, the venues that echo with every riff and roar, the lighting and sound techs who make the magic happen, the clubs and small bars where legends are born, and the casinos and hotels where our music shakes the scene!

And yeah — even a shout‑out to my peeps in the media, the ones who keep the stories alive and the spotlight burning. Every piece of this scene deserves a crown, a nod, a neon‑lit salute!

So here it is — my figurative award for each and every soul that makes up our awesome music scene. Including all of our wild and crazy fans — the heartbeat, the noise, the reason the amps stay hot!

This award is for all of you! The Neon Rocker Awards — where Vegas sound meets Vegas rock n' roll soul !

Gary England

Las Vegas Guitar Trade Show To Award The Baddest Band In Las Vegas At The RockGodz Hall Of Fame Ceremony May 31st 2025

Baddest (Best) Band In Las Vegas Information

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Las Vegas Guitar Trade Show - RockGodz Hall Of Fame Ceremony Information

Much of Las Vegas' success is credited to the awesome hometown talent in our local music scene. Many of the world's best and most recognized music artists, tribute bands, and cover bands make their homes here in LV. With this said, the Las Vegas Guitar Trade Show will recognize local Las Vegas musical talent, cover bands, and tribute bands with the "Baddest Band In Las Vegas" Award to be announced at 2pm Saturday afternoon on the main stage of the trade show, and presentation of the Award to the winning band that night during the prestigious RockGodz Hall Of Fame Ceremony. 

(Saturday, May 31st, 2025)

How to qualify for the Baddest Band In Las Vegas Award.

Submit (1) song (preferably in MP3 File) form to Tony Silva at threechordmontelv@gmail.com. (If the file is too large to send through email, use Dropbox to send the link) Also attach a short paragraph about your band. And why you feel like you deserve this award.

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Bands will be judged on:

Instrumental and vocal ability

Tightness and cohesion as a band

Complexity and execution of the music

Unique sound and style

Songwriting quality (if performing original material)

Creative arrangements of covers (if applicable)

And Image and branding.

Contest Judges

Las Vegas Guitar Trade Show Staff, along with a panel of Professional Musicians and Music Industry professionals will act as judges for the Baddest Band In Las Vegas contest.

Deadline for contest submissions: April 30th, 2025 

** Registration for Vendors is open. If you would like a booth, please contact Alicia Anderson Margasa at 781-426-6586 or email Alicia at info@LVGTS.com

** VIP tickets are available for purchase on our website. Early bird special ends 3-1-25.

For more info:

Las Vegas Guitar Trade Show Official Website

Las Vegas Guitar Trade Show Facebook

RockGodz Hall Of Fame Official Website

RockGodz Hall Of Fame Facebook

Silverton Hotel Casino Official Website

Silverton Hotel Casino Facebook

I'll be posting more updates as I receive them. 

Remember to lock these dates in on your calendar: May 30th - June 1st, 2025

GE