ABOUT US
Overview
Lights Out By 8 is a 5-member band from the DC/Northern Virginia area that covers your favorite pop and rock hits. Known for their engaging stage presence and energetic performance, Lights Out is well-versed in - and available for - both public and private events.
Origins
It all started in a humble basement; although our jam sessions were slightly less appreciated by Nick’s roommates. Eventually, they laid down a hard rule—lights out, music off, done by 8 PM. So, naturally, when it came time to name the band, we figured, why not immortalize the thing that tried to shut us down?
‘Lights Out By 8’ was born.
It’s a little bit of a tribute… and maybe a little bit of passive-aggressive payback. We like to think of it as our daily reminder that every great band needs a gimmick, and ours just happens to be punctuality.
MEET THE BAND
Nick Scyoc
Drums/Backing Vocals
-Fairfax, VA-
Nick acquired his drumming talent from the prestigious and highly-respected program (i.e. video game), "Rock Band". An Engineer by degree, Nick does IAM Cyber Security consulting by day and spends his nights window shopping for new pieces of audio equipment he probably doesn't need.
Erin McDonald
Lead Vocals
-Chicago, IL-
Growing up, Erin dedicated herself to the performing arts, including dancing, theater, and music. She graduated with a law degree from Georgetown and, off the clock, Erin spends her time focusing on music, performances, and ways to not hit herself in the face with the microphone.
Adam Peters
Guitar/Backing Vocals
-Hagerstown, MD-
After watching the hit film, "School of Rock", Adam picked up a guitar and never looked back. Before starting his career as a grant writer, he spent time in various rock and pop bands over the years, releasing several EPs and touring throughout the US and UK.
Brian Firsching
Guitar/Backing Vocals
-Sterling, VA-
Brian found his passion for music in 7th grade when his guitar class needed someone to step up and play the seven nation army riff on electric bass and he never looked back. Debuting with Lights Out By 8 in 2023, Brian plays bass, guitar, and features on lead vocals for timeless classics such as “All Star” by Smash Mouth and “Higher” by Creed. Brian also enjoys long walks on the beach and giving high fives to members of the audience.
Ben Denissen
Bass
-Sterling, VA-
Ben plays bass.