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New S.A. PARS549

January 8, 2021 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 1:02:21 Comments Off on New S.A. PARS549

Doug Carnahan joins us to talk about the newest EP from After the Fall, Welcome to the New S.A., what is going on during the pandemic, and his solo album. Featuring Music from: SOS 2020, Chip and the Charge Ups, Borstal Boys, After the Fall, A Common Crown, Homicide Black, Helios, Skell Interview Segment 1 with Doug Carnahan We talk about the November release of “Welcome to the New S.A.” How do you feel about live streaming your performances? Doug discusses his upcoming 4 track solo EP recorded with Mike Ofca at Innovation Studios. We discussed the newly released song, SOS 2020, which you can find out more information about by visiting its official website. Blackforge S.O.S. Van Tour and it’s donation to SOS was also discussed. Doug tells us about the EP’s title track, New S.A. Interview Segment 2 with Doug Carnahan Doug tells us about the song, Shut the World Out. John from RFL Records joined us in the live comments and Doug talks about the label. Has After the Fall been writing? How long has AtF been around, and how long have you been in the band? Did you wear 2 different shoes? What’s up next?    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AfYO1lUWey8

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SOS 2020 – Song Release information

January 4, 2021 Build the Scene All Podcasts, SOS PGH 0:14:53 Comments Off on SOS 2020 – Song Release information

ERIC RODGER FROM ROYAL HONEY AND ROCKY LAMONDE FROM THE BORSTAL BOYS WILL BE TALKING ABOUT SOS 2020 PGH. LEARN HOW YOU CAN HELP SAVE OUR STAGES IN PITTSBURGH. Learn how you can help!

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Days to Come 3QS048

January 1, 2021 Build the Scene 3 questions & a song, All Podcasts 0:22:51 Comments Off on Days to Come 3QS048

Justin (the pirate?) from Days to Come joins Bill to complete 3 questions about himself and his band on Episode 048. Since we’re in the holiday season I thought I’d go with that theme for the first question, what is your best holiday memory that is music related? I have a 2 part question after reading your bio, what brought you from San Diego to Albany, and why would you be a pirate? Which Flyleaf album do you think is an important Flyleaf album? Asked by Clides from Skies of Terra on Episode 047. About Days to Come Location: Albany, GA, US Genre: Rock Where to find them: Blending pop-styled vocal melodies with heavier, intricate instrumentation, the georgia based hard rock band days to come works tirelessly at taking their brand of positivity as far as it can go. Striving for professionalism & honesty, dtc focuses on solid songwriting & high energy live shows as well as growing & maintaining their fan-base by interacting via social networking. With the release of their single siren (2019) & their ep animus (2020), the band began to cement their sound. Drawing inspiration from the cultures they’ve experienced from touring the southeastern united states over the past five years, dtc believes in connecting with people from all walks of life & growing their family. About the song, Ashes Ashes is about letting go of the negative & moving forward.

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Para Bellum PARS548

January 1, 2021 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:59:12 Comments Off on Para Bellum PARS548

Terry Blair of Para Bellum joins Bill to discuss his band Para Bellum, their single “I Die Alone”, and upcoming tracks; among other topics. Featuring music from: Royal Honey, Stone Cold Killer, Black Ridge, Para Bellum, The Redlines, Dying Breed, 13 Saints, Half Wheel, & Murder for Girls Segment 1 with Para Bellum Para Bellum means “for war” in Latin and also refers to a firearm cartridge. I know from past conversations with you that every member of the band has a military background, how does that play into the story of the formation of the band? I know that you’re headed to the studio at Rattle Clack Entertainment next week, and earlier today, I got a little behind the scenes listen to some of the things that you’ll be recording, can you talk a little bit about how you decide what songs to cover and the theme behind your originals. What is your writing process like? You’ve been on my shows enough to know the drill, tell me something about the song, I Die Alone. Segment 2 with Terry During the pandemic, this might be the hardest question I ask, but what does the future hold for Para Bellum? Can you tell me about the point in the time that you wanted to be a musician? Who is your Dave Grohl? Who would you put in a band that you were going to manage? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xSo53sGN-E

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Christmas Special w/ Christina PARS547

December 25, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:59:36 Comments Off on Christmas Special w/ Christina PARS547

Episode 547 is a different kind of animal. In this episode, Christina, of the Shadow Event, interviews Bill. You get to learn some things about the show and Bill that you probably never knew. The episode also features all unsigned Christmas music. Featuring Music from: Bill Duff, Amber-Alexis, Rockabilly Junction, Chip & the Charge Ups, Corners of Sanctuary, & the Stevie J. Band. What’s your favorite Christmas movie What’s your favorite Christmas memory Do you ever wanna go on a Christmas strike like the movies Christmas with the Kranks and Four Christmases? Italian – 7 fish dinner and Dominick the donkey What made you want to start doing podcasts and when? Have you ever been in a band or ever wanted to? Do you ever get nervous doing an episode? What would you love to see build the scene and pa rock show achieve more than it already has? What made you want to become a teacher and what is your craziest teacher story to tell? If you could start over in a career, what would it be? If you were a cartoon character, who would you be? If you could have any national music act on your show, who would you have. – what would your questions be? In regards to the pandemic, and the music scene specifically, do you think there is still hope? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j1VcI7pdDQk

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Little Wretches PARS546

December 18, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:59:53 Comments Off on Little Wretches PARS546

Robert Andrew Wagner joins Bill on Episode 546 making his debut on the Pennsylvania Rock Show. Robert is the vocalist of the 80s/90s and returning band, Little Wretches. Featuring Music From: 30 Days of Pain, Little Wretches, Joey Conner, Doppler Affect Segment 1 with Robert Andrew Wagner Who is your Dave Grohl? If I tagged along on your tour, what would the soundtrack be between shows? Name 1 band that would be on your Spotify playlist of you? Segment 2 with Robert Wagner and Little Wretches Can you introduce the band? Robert tells us about the recording process of Undesirables and Anarchists. Which of your songs should survived an apocalyptical event and help repopulate the Earth? If you could meet your musical idol but only ask 1 question… If you could open for any band at any venue… Where can you be found online? How do you feel about livestreaming shows? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LBx99es0Eg

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Skies of Terra 3QS047

December 15, 2020 Build the Scene 3 questions & a song, All Podcasts 0:24:12 Comments Off on Skies of Terra 3QS047

Clides of Skies of Terra takes on 3 Questions and a Song and features their song, Worlds Collide (When the Party is Over) What is the significance of the number 12? You released your latest single on 12/12 at 12:12am. What is the most trouble you and your band have gotten into/or caused together? First Angel Media put out an article about creating a Spotify playlist of music that has made you who you are, can you pick one song that has a lot of meaning for you and tell us about it? (Here is my playlist) About the Song, Worlds Collide (When the Party is Over) Worlds Collide is the beginning track to our upcoming EP titled “The Party is Over”. Generally the song reflects emotions about present times changing suddenly underneath us, and taking things in society much more seriously. The song is upbeat and fun, while the lyrical content is rather post-apocalyptic and reflects what we may be facing moving into the year 2021. Euclides Polanco: Rhythm guitar, Bass, piano, strings, percussion, programming, vocals and lyrics Liem Phan: Lead Guitar Christopher Bell: Lyrics and vocals Justin Townsend: Lyrics and vocals Jake Anderkovich: Additional strings, percussion, and backing vocals Recorded at Last of a Dying Breed Studios Mixed and Mastered by Jake Anderkovich at Lion Heart Studios About Skies of Terra Genre: Progressive/Post-Hardcore Metal band Location: Pittsburgh, PA. Where to find them: Starting out as a solo project by Euclides Polanco in 2015; music visual artist Justin Townsend joined on vocals for the tentative instrumental full length LP, followed by Chris Bell. The 2020 roster for Skies of Terra is Euclides Polanco(Vocals/rhythm guitar), Justin Townsend(Vocals), Chris Bell(Vocals), and Liem Phan(Lead Guitar)

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Save Our Stages PARS545

December 11, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:59:20 Comments Off on Save Our Stages PARS545

Eric Rodger and Bobby C. of Royal Honey join Bill to discuss what the band has been up to, as well as, Eric’s Save Our Scene project. Featuring Music From: Post Traumatik, Chip and the Charge Ups, Royal Honey, Craig Veltri, Rockabilly Junction, and The Spider Accomplice Talking Royal Honey with Eric and Bobby C Royal Honey masks? What has the band been up to since we last chatted? Livestreaming from Royal Honey? Upcoming music in the vault? We talk about the Pull the Plug video (see below) They talk about 2 compilations that they were placed on. 2020’s music development… Save Our Stages PGH Eric tells us about a project that he is heading up in the local scene. With over 70 members of the local scene involved… there is a single and merch on the way to hopefully bring (and funds) awareness to how the pandemic has affected venues in the music scenes. The single’s tentative release date is January 8, 2021 Who is your Dave Grohl? Bobby talks about his “Rockstar” moment doing soundcheck for Faster Pussycat https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZbjEcs9UT0I

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Joel Miller – Memoir of a Roadie PARS544

December 4, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:59:24 Comments Off on Joel Miller – Memoir of a Roadie PARS544

Joel Miller author of Memoir of a Roadie, joins Bill on episode 544 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show to talk about his experiences as a Roadie and his newly released book. [Bill’s Review of the Book] Featuring Music from: Corners of Sanctuary, Illusions of Grandeur, & The Nied’s Hotel Band How quickly did the chapter titles come to you? My dad is a fan of Jay Leno’s Garage, is his garage really like that? I really enjoyed reading about the interactions that you had with the band members. I didn’t expect there to be so much of a back and forth between them and the crews. How often did that happen? I ask this question of bands all the time, and it seems fitting since you talked about how the crew and band didn’t want to hear the band played on off days, what kind of music did the bands listen to when they weren’t on stage? There’s a story where you played the same song 10 times on the jukebox… How many times have you seen “This is Spinal Tap” on the bus? What was the oddest rider item that you were aware of? …What happened in Rio? Why don’t you mention all the bands that you worked with as a roadie? You did some work in the film industry, do you want to touch on that? What was the hardest thing about being on tour? What was your favorite city to go to and why? Were there any moments out on the road where you were thinking I can’t believe I’m here and this is happening? You mentioned you were an art dealer now… Where did writing come from? Where would you prefer the listeners pick up a copy of the book? Amazon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kp6-dWbzGxg

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Chrystyna Marie 3QS046

December 1, 2020 Build the Scene 3 questions & a song, All Podcasts 0:28:31 Comments Off on Chrystyna Marie 3QS046

Chrystyna Marie Tackles 3 Questions What do you think the difference is between the music scene in Toronto and Pittsburgh? If there was a catastrophic event and most of the human race is wiped off the face of the earth, which one of your songs would survive and help repopulate the earth? What was your inspiration behind your most recent album? asked by Scarlet on Episode 45. BONUS  24:42 Can you tell us about the moment that you knew that you had to be an artist. About Chrystyna Marie Genre: Blues/Pop/Rock Band Location: Pittsburgh, PA Where to find them: Originally hailing from Toronto, Canada, Chrystyna Marie spills her soul, with a mix of grungy blues and a hint of pop. About the Song, Loaded Gun Basically the song is about an ex “fiance” who was a drummer…he lied to me about having kicked his Coke habit cause I’m not about that life. I found he was hiding it and a functioning addict like he couldn’t live a good day without bumps in the bathroom every now and then. He got “depressed” and lost after being on tour all summer. We moved to the woods in a house we fixed up between tour dates. He threatened to use his gun one day. And i was like oh hell nah. One day he went to the store which was 40min away from the house and asked me to come I said I’ll stay behind and clean the house. I pretty much have myself 30-40min to pack whatever i could into my car and peace the F out without a word. Ninja bounced. I had to be strategic on not being seen driving through town to get back to los Angeles . We lived in Washington state. I called my bff and said can I come stay and she’s like the doors open.

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