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4 For Fall PARS536

October 9, 2020 Build the Scene 1:01:01 Comments Off

4 for Fall released their new Single “Sometimes Less is More” on February 8th! They join Bill on episode 536 to introduce themselves to you and that new track. Segment 1 with 4 for Fall Where did your band name, 4 for Fall, come from? Where is your band based out of, and how did you form? Can each of you tell me when you decided you would be in a band? Who would you want to open for, and where? What cartoon series would they put you in, and what character would play each of you? Tell me a story about the song Sometimes Less is More, please? Segment 2 What do you sing about? Pick 1 album that you’ve already heard to erase the memories of having heard it, and go back to listen to it like it’s the first time again. What would it be? Who is your Dave Grohl? If you could ask your #1 influence just 1 question about being a musician, what would it be? Can you share your social media links with us and any upcoming shows or events that you may have happening? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=saq40JbuIVE

Maleena PARS535

October 2, 2020 Build the Scene 1:00:00 Comments Off

Maleena joins us to talk about her fairly new release (July 2020), Bruises to Prove it and we delve a bit into life as a Freshman during Covid, as well as, life as a member of Chip and the Charge Ups. Segment 1 with Maleena Can you tell us about this weekend’s Chip and the Charge Ups album release party? How does Covid affect you as a freshman in college? How did you come up with the title for the album, Bruises to Prove It. Can you tell us about the writing process for the album? I know you play bass and guitar, are there any other instruments that you play? I think we talked about this a little bit when we did the interview for Black and Gold Christmas, but how did you end up being the bassist for Chip and the Charge Ups. How did you convince the band to dye parts of their hair pink? The shoes? How did that come about? How have your creative parents influenced you to get you to where you are today? Do you want to talk about being in the school musical? Is that something that you might peruse? Have you had any embarrassing moments on stage be it musical or band related? How about during the recording of the video for the Tide is High? Did anyone go to Sara’s for ice cream? What can you tell me about your song, Something More? Segment 2 with Maleena If you could go back in time and follow around any band for a year to learn from, who would you want to follow? If you could sit on a bench with any musician for a hour and ask them only one question, who would it be and what would you ask? Who would be your Dave Grohl? You are about to go out on a headlining tour, what local bands would you invite to open for you? If they are going to make a cartoon that involved you, what series would it be and what character would they turn into you? If you were going into management of bands and you were going to make a band from the local scene, who would you put in the band and what genre would you have them play? If you’re out on tour and I’m tagging along, what would the soundtrack between shows be? Can you tell us where the listeners can find you and your band online and about any upcoming shows? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSZWs-9SQpk

Sharone 3QS042

October 1, 2020 Build the Scene 0:19:41 Comments Off

Sharone joins 3 Questions and a Song for Episode 42 to talk about her song, “Can We Pretend”. You were at a concert and up front, the band on stage decides they are going to pull you up on stage. Who is your Dave Grohl, that pulls you up on stage? If you could sit on a bench for 1 hour with any musician, who would it be and what one question would you ask them? *BONUS QUESTION* Which band would you want to party with? Have you gotten any interest from the European metal scene? asked by VK Lynn of the Spider Accomplice on episode 41. About Sharone Genre: Rock Band Location: Denver, CO, USA Where to find them: Sharone erupted onto the Denver music scene as a solo artist in 2014 playing local DIY venues; since then she has gone on to play venues such as Marquis Theater, Bluebird Theater, and Gothic Theater, playing festivals, and opening for bands such as One-Eyed-Doll, The Birthday Massacre, Fuel, Saving Abel, Davey Suicide, Tantric, Hell’s Belles, Stitched Up Heart, and Puddle Of Mudd. The atmospheric and melodramatic music of Evanescence and the psychedelic blues of Black Sabbath inspired Sharone to start performing her music live with a full rock band backing her.  Despite sustaining a dark and melancholy tone on recordings, the gothic artist’s live shows are nothing short of energetic, full of heavy piano riffs, pulsing rhythms, and enthralling theatrics. From emerging from a coffin to jumping off of monitors and captivating contortions, Sharone captures the interest of each audience member through her piercing stage chemistry with her live musicians, and her ever-growing theatrics.  In the spring of 2017, the singer left her mark on the Denver music scene with the release of her first rock album ‘Storm’. Following the release, dove deeper into her writing, and came back stronger than ever with the reincarnation of her dark sound: ‘Enchiridion of Nightmares’ (2018).  “Like a series of dark fairy tales, Enchiridion of Nightmares the new album from dark [rocker] Sharone, captivates, seduces, and haunts. Each of its notes, let alone songs, comes with a shadow to [her] beauty, melancholy to [her] light, and intimacy to [her] grandeur with it all colluding in an adventure which just steals the imagination from everyday reality. There is a rich cinematic and theatre-esque feel to Enchiridion of Nightmares which equally adds to its captivation; indeed its songs entwine an influence of horror movies, vintage and modern, into their personal nightmares. With just as richly layered and dramatic sounds to its exploration, the album is a persistent unveiling of new twists and shadows listen by listen. On our first meeting intrigue soaked the pleasure, through a couple more captivation, each subsequent listen leading to the inescapable bewitchment these words spring from.” -The Ringmaster Review  Sharone followed up the release with three exhilarating summer and fall tours, reaching audiences across the western, central, and eastern United States, and spent the remainder of 2019 recording her third studio album ‘Reflection’, which was released December 7th, 2019.  ”[Sharone] showed that she was adept at harnessing the chaos on her previous couple of albums and she’s really turning the gothic-art-pop-rock up on her latest long-player. It’s packed with dark fairytales and swooping riffs as well as more theatrical invention that you’d find at the Royal Shakespeare Company.” – The Crack Magazine  ”In summary absolute female power, which reminds of Evanescence and Tarja Turunen. This talented singer makes you curious about her live performances!” – Stormbringer.at  ”Sharone really pushes out the emotions and passion she has for music with this album. It is full of fantastic piano chords and guitar riffs that really show off her band’s talent as a whole. I am excited to see what she releases in the future and will keep an eye out for it.”  In the Spring of 2020, Sharone signed with Devil Inside Records, and began working on her fourth studio album. The first single “Can We Pretend” was released July 24th, and has been the young rocker’s most successful release to date. This unique rock artist is destined for success in the metal and goth rock realm. Look out for more new music from Sharone coming very soon. About the Song, “Can We Pretend” Can We Pretend is about feeling forced to pretend to be happy in a miserable relation in order to maintain an image.

Black Ridge PARS534

September 25, 2020 Build the Scene 0:59:50 Comments Off

Paul Cha and Mike Conrad of Black Ridge join Bill on episode 534 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show to talk about the band, rock for life, and more. Segment 1 with Black Ridge How has the pandemic affect your band? We chat a bit about Rock for Life, Matt Ferrante, and other scene history. Do you have any cool stories from the recording of the upcoming album, Beware? We talk Fubar‘s newest EP. Segment 2 with Paul & Mike Tell me about an embarrassing moment on stage… How did Paul Guerrini, get Bill in trouble? years ago… We talk about Paul’s contribution to Black Ridge. If we played a Black Ridge song backwards, what would we hear? If you could play with any musician in the history of the world and in between shows you could sit on a bench with them; who, what would you ask them, and where would you want to play? Who is your Dave Grohl? Why doesn’t Bill get recognized on stage at shows… well… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKjpcqpwj4s

Seethe PARS533

September 18, 2020 Build the Scene 0:59:46 Comments Off

Patrick McElravy of seethe, 9 Stitch Method, Brutal Business Entertainment, and more joins Bill for Episode 533 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show. Segment 1 with Seethe Is the new album, Abstract Thoughts, an EP or an LP? How did your involvement in Brutal Business Entertainment happen? Can you give us a little incite on what BBE does? Seethe seemed to come out of nowhere to me… Tell us about the song, Piece by Piece… Segment 2 with Patrick Do want to name drop the bands on the Brutal Business Entertainment Label? If you could meet any musician in the history of time and ask 1 question, who would you want to meet and what would you ask? Who is your Dave Grohl? We go off on a tangent about the GOD FATHERS of metal in Pittsburgh, Skell… If I play a Seethe song backwards, what would I hear? Do you like any Fallout Boy songs? What is a song that you hate and you immediately turn it off when it comes on the radio? What is a song that you want to cover, that you haven’t had a chance to do yet? If you were going to interview me on a music podcast, what question would you ask me? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rhnxi006G-M

The Spider Accomplice 3QS041

September 16, 2020 Build the Scene 0:23:33 Comments Off

VK Lynne of The Spider Accomplice joins Bill on Episode 041 to introduce you to herself and their track, Crawl while taking a shot at 3 Questions! Where to find them: With a cool name like The Spider Accomplice, I have to ask… Spider-man or Blackwidow? and feel free to interject where you band name came from. Can you take us back to the moment that you realized that you wanted to be a musician? How have you managed to stay in touch with your audience during the pandemic? asked by Erik Winger in Episode 040 Is it always pink, or do you change the color? The Song: Crawl Crawl is a late 80’s inspired power ballad about shedding your skin to find out who you really are underneath. About The Spider Accomplice Band Location: North Hollywood Band Genre: Symphonic rock Band biography This Los Angeles- based duo has racked up 12 LA Music Critics’ Awards over the last 4 years, making them LAMC’s most-awarded band in history. With their unique sound and striking visual presence, they have become a name to know in modern rock.

Modern Fossils PARS532

September 11, 2020 Build the Scene 0:59:51 Comments Off

On episode 532 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show, Modern Fossils make their debut to talk about the band and their album “Incredible Edibles”. Segment 1 with Modern Fossils Where did your band name, Modern Fossils, come from? If there was a catastrophic event that erased almost all the humans off the earth, which Modern Fossils song should survive and help with the repopulation of the Earth? Tell me about an embarrassing moment that someone else in the band had on stage? If you were headlining a worldwide tour, what bands from the Pittsburgh Scene would you take with you to open? If you could open for any band in the history of music, what band would you want to open for and why? If you could sit down on a bench for 1 hour and speak to a musician, but only ask them one question, who would you talk to and what would you ask? If I was flipping through a social studies book, why would I find Modern Fossils in it? Who would be your “Dave Grohl”? If you were on tour and I was following you around, what would the soundtrack to our trip be? Segment 2 with Larry, Billy, Danielle, & Brendon Do you have any shows coming up? If someone was trying to book you, how would they do that? Besides not having shows, how else has the pandemic affected your band? What is something your fans would be surprised to learn about you? If I were to play one of your songs backwards, what would we hear? What is something that you absolutely love about the music scene and something you hate about it? If you band was secretly a group of superheroes, what superpower would each of you have? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOmM2OjfKNk

UltraViolent PARS531

September 4, 2020 Build the Scene 0:59:34 Comments Off

UltraViolent is a four-piece metal band based out of Pine Grove, Pennsylvania. Joins Bill for Episode 531 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show. Segment 1 with UltraViolent Where did the band name, UltraViolent, come from? You started your band in your teens, 6 years ago, what is the story behind that? If there was a catastrophic event and it wipes out almost the whole human race; Which one of your songs survives and helps get the population back up? 10 years from now, kids open their Social Studies book and find a section on UltraViolent, why is the band in the book? If you could sit on a bench and talk to any musician in the history of the world for a hour, but you could only ask them one question, who and what question? What band do you wish you could open for on your firs world tour, and which venue would you want to start it off at? We’re on that tour and I’m part of the road crew. What would the soundtrack to that tour sound like? Tell us some recording studio stories and work your way towards the song we’re going to play tonight. Segment 2 with Brett Can you tell us about the song, Hay in the Needlestack? What is something fans of UltraViolent would be surprised to know about you? Tell me about an embarrassing moment you had on stage. If you were in the movie Almost Famous, what band would you want to write your first article on? How many hard boiled eggs can you fit in your mouth at one time? (asked by Brandon, the drummer haha) Where can the listeners get a copy of your album and find you online? What is your take on Mac Sabbath? Current Members: Brett Anspach, 20, Guitar/Vocals Avery Levan, 20, Bass/Vocals Danny Koury, 22, Guitar Brandon Babcock, 21, Drums Formed in September 2014, UltraViolent had a goal in mind to create music they love and share their message with the world as young upcoming artists. UltraViolent started out by performing covers locally to earn the respect of their small hometown. Once UltraViolent knew their direction was taking a more original and heavier turn, they decided to play in cities that catered more to their style of music. In 2016 the band recorded, mixed, and mastered their first EP, “Five”, all by themselves at the age of 16. The band then branched out into cities such as Harrisburg, Lancaster, and Reading to perform their original music. Eventually they were to expand to the surrounding states to perform their captivating live show. By earning the respect of fans with explosive performances and anthem-like riffs, UltraViolent was a name that quickly became recognizable throughout their local scene. In late 2018 the band released their first music video for the song “Insult to Injury”, the first single from their full length release, “Eviction”. The video gathered over 32k views and 200 shares on Facebook within two weeks. UltraViolent followed up their hit with a lyric video for the next single from Eviction, “Hay in the Needlestack (feat. Merritt Frownfelter)”, their first release of 2019. This video gathered over 15k views on Facebook. UltraViolent released their debut album “Eviction” on June 20th, 2019. Eviction is a concept album that describes the timeline between the inception of humanity, our current state of society, and its inevitable end, ultimately done by our own hand. As a result of the album’s successful reception, UltraViolent signed with DI Records in early June of 2020.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoXnqAVEOH8

Erik Winger 3QS040

September 1, 2020 Build the Scene 0:59:06 Comments Off

Erik Winger on 3 Questions and a Song #40 With KISS being in the headlines again about Tommy and Eric wearing Ace and Peter’s make up, what are you thoughts on that and what line up do you think was the best KISS line up? Can you tell us a little bit about your musical history? How many times do you get asked if you’re related to Kip Winger? – asked by Bobby C of Royal Honey on Episode 39 About the Song: Ballerina was a song I wrote about not one girl, but kind of an amalgamation of girls I was dating at the time. One girl was probably the main inspiration – she played “Belle” in the Live Stage Show of Beauty and the Beast at Walt Disney World, and the title of the song kind of sprung from that stage environment of singers and dancers. About Erik Winger Genre: Pop Rock Location: Orlando, FL, USA Erik Winger is a singer/songwriter/guitarist from Western PA. For the past 22 years, he’s called Orlando, FL his home. Erik describes his sound as rock/pop with a strong sense of melody and harmony. Heavily influenced by artists such as KISS, Journey, Van Halen, Billy Joel, and more recently, John Mayer – Erik has etched out his own sound with a nod to the greats that inspired him.

Aqua Dementia PARS530

August 28, 2020 Build the Scene 0:59:37 Comments Off

Episode 530 features Matt and Earl of Aqua Dementia. Sludge and blue collar shenanigans out of western PA. Consisting of Earl T. Pearl, Matthew Morton and Troy Theileman. While searching for the perfect hot wing recipe and spray foaming an 85 camaro, Earl and Matt decided to start a band. Shortly after they found Troy behind a dumpster and asked him to play drums in exchange for food. New EP coming soon. Segment 1 with Matt and Earl of Aqua Dementia How did forming a band as the pandemic affected you? ..Hear us talk about car “luck” in the video below, too What do you write your songs about? Some more car talk turns into a possible EP title… If you could sit on that proverbial bench for a hour and talk to any musician in history, who would you talk to and what question would you ask him? We talk about covers of The Devil Went Down to Georgia recently released by Nickleback, K0rn, and The Hellfire Club. What song would you like to take and convert to your style? We talk about country music and artists that we would see live. What artist have you not seen live in concert, that you wish you would have? What was the worst concert you went to? If you could go on tour with any band, who would you want to tour with and what venue would you want to start the tour at? You guys headline a world tour, what local bands do you take with you? On your “Hotrod Frankenstein” EP, what car would grace the cover? If Aqua Dementia was going to be into a cartoon series, what series would you be injected into, and what characters would play you? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9muyIn5sBk4

4 For Fall PARS536

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