PUNKNEXUS
v1.0 BETA
About Punk Nexus

The ultimate punk rock events platform, connecting fans, bands, and venues across America with cutting-edge technology and a cyberpunk aesthetic.

Created by Add Interactive Studio

Founded by Jeffrey Hunt

With over 25 years in the live entertainment production industry, Jeffrey Hunt has built shows across America, working behind the scenes to bring unforgettable experiences to life. From major tours to intimate club shows, his dedication to the craft runs deep.

Two passions drive everything he creates: an unwavering love for music and an obsession with computer technology and coding. Punk Nexus is where those worlds collide—a platform built by someone who understands both the soul of live music and the power of modern technology.

This isn't just another event site. It's a labor of love, crafted for the punk rock community by someone who's been in the trenches, felt the energy of a packed venue, and knows what it means to be part of the scene.

"Built for punks, by someone who gets it."

— Jeffrey Hunt, Founder

Our Mission

Connect the Scene

Bring together punk rock fans, bands, and venues across America into one unified community.

Leverage Technology

Use AI and automation to make discovering punk shows easier than ever before.

Support the Culture

Celebrate and preserve punk rock culture by making it accessible to the next generation.

Comprehensive Feature Set

Everything you need to stay connected to the punk rock scene

Discovery & Navigation

Interactive US Map

Explore punk shows across all 50 states with our cyberpunk-themed interactive map. Click any state to discover local events and venues.

Advanced Event Search

Filter events by subgenre (punk rock, hardcore, pop-punk, emo, ska-punk, and more), location, price range, and date. Save your favorite searches.

Calendar View

Visualize events on an intuitive calendar grid. See event images, titles, and counts at a glance. Perfect for planning your concert schedule.

Smart Recommendations

AI-powered recommendations based on your favorite bands, locations, friend activity, and concert history. Discover shows you'll love.

AI Agent System

Personal Search Agents

Create intelligent search agents that work 24/7 to find events matching your preferences. Set favorite bands, locations, genres, price ranges, and travel distance.

Email Notifications

Get instant email alerts when your favorite bands announce shows, when events match your search criteria, or when tickets go on sale.

Master Discovery Agent v1.1

Our upgraded system-level AI uses smart scheduling (57% more efficient), intelligent duplicate detection (40% better accuracy), automatic event type classification (festivals, tours, etc.), and enhanced error recovery. Searches 25+ cities across 18 states daily.

Distance-Based Alerts

Set how far you're willing to travel (5-500 miles) and get notified when favorite bands play in your range.

Social Features

Follow System

Follow friends and scene veterans. See what shows they're attending and discover new events through your network.

Real-Time Notifications

Get instant in-app notifications when friends RSVP, comment on events, like your photos, or follow you.

Comments & Discussions

Join conversations about events. Comment, reply, and like. Connect with other fans and share excitement for upcoming shows.

Activity Feed

Social media-style feed showing friend activity: RSVPs, comments, photos, and more. Stay connected to your punk rock community.

RSVP System

Mark yourself as Going, Interested, or Went. See attendee lists, connect with other fans, and build your concert diary.

Content & Media

Photo Galleries

Upload and share concert photos for each event. Create visual memories of your punk rock journey with drag-and-drop uploads.

Concert Diary

Document your concert experiences with rich reviews, photos, ratings, and personal notes. Build your punk rock legacy.

Reviews & Ratings

Rate bands, venues, and events. Write detailed reviews to help others discover the best shows and avoid the duds.

Social Sharing

Share events on Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, and more. Auto-generated QR codes make it easy to spread the word.

Bands & Venues

Band Profiles

Follow your favorite bands and get notified when they announce new shows. Browse band bios, genres, and tour history.

Venue Pages

Explore venue profiles with upcoming events, past show counts, capacity info, and user reviews. Favorite venues for quick access.

Analytics Dashboard

Bands and venues get detailed analytics: attendance trends, geographic distribution, peak times, demographic insights, and more.

Verification Badges

Trust badges for legitimate bands, verified venues, and active community members. Know who's real.

Profile & Customization

Customizable Profiles

Upload profile and header images, write a punk rock quote/bio, set travel distance, choose favorite bands, and showcase your concert stats.

Gamification System

Your profile displays concerts attended, cities traveled, favorite venues, and total events. Earn badges and build your punk rock credentials.

User Gallery

Showcase your concert photography in a personal gallery. Upload photos from shows you've attended and share your visual story.

Theme Customization

Choose from multiple cyberpunk-themed color schemes. Customize your experience with different neon color palettes.

Privacy Controls

Control what information is public, manage email notification preferences, and set visibility for your photos and activity.

Admin & Moderation

Admin Dashboard

Comprehensive admin panel for managing users, events, and content. Monitor site activity with real-time stats and analytics.

User Moderation

Ban/temp-ban problematic users, block spam accounts, and maintain community standards. Full audit logging for all actions.

Search Agent Management

View all user search agents, check run history, edit configurations, and monitor the master discovery agent's performance.

Event Management

Approve/reject user-submitted DIY events, edit event details, manage featured events, and ensure data quality.

Platform Stats

50

US States Covered

20+

Major Punk Cities

Daily

Event Updates

100%

Real Events

Powered by Modern Technology

Punk Nexus is built with cutting-edge web technologies to deliver a fast, responsive, and reliable experience:

  • Next.js 14: Server-side rendering for lightning-fast page loads and SEO optimization
  • AI-Powered Discovery v1.1: Intelligent event discovery with smart scheduling, fuzzy duplicate detection, auto-classification of event types, and adaptive learning from discovery patterns
  • Real-Time Updates: WebSocket connections for instant notifications and live activity feeds
  • Cloud Storage: AWS S3 integration for reliable image hosting and fast CDN delivery
  • Progressive Web App: Install on mobile devices for an app-like experience
  • Responsive Design: Optimized for mobile, tablet, and desktop with cyberpunk aesthetics

Ready to Join the Scene?

Create your account, set up your first search agent, and start discovering punk shows across America.