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Finding NEMO shouldn't be a problem, as the massive three-day festival takes over practically every live venue in Boston from September 28-30.

A networking event for artists and music industry peeps, the NEMO Music Festival and Conference also features nightly showcases from over 300 local and national acts, including Dr. Octagon, Yo La Tengo, Ladytron, Be Your Own Pet, the Long Winters, the Black Lips, 7L & Esoteric, Diamond Nights, Joseph Arthur, and Fancey, to name a few.

This year's NEMO Music Fest places particular emphasis on helping artists take their careers to the NEXT LEVEL. In addition to offering performance clinics, a music industry trade show, and panel discussions, the organization will also host the Boston Music Awards. This event raises money for the NEMO Scholarship Fund, granted to musically gifted students in need of financial aid. Sweet.