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Fubar, Get on the Bus PARS522

July 3, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:59:26 Comments Off on Fubar, Get on the Bus PARS522

Jake and Dave from the band, Fubar, join Bill on episode 521 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show. They band has expanded from 4 to 7 members since they were on last. They also had a CD release foiled by the pandemic, so what did they do during the pandemic? Listen to find out… Fubar Segment 1 about Get on the Bus Right as the Pandemic started, you guys dropped an EP. I’m guessing you’re not very happy with our current situation… You have awesome album artwork on the EP, how did that come about? If there was an apocalyptic event, which song from Fubar would make it through the event? Do you have any cool stories about Crossed Fingers off of the Get on the Bus EP? Fubar Segment 2 What’s the plan for the band if we ever get back to normalcy? If they put Fubar into a cartoon series, which one would it be? What character would play you? If you could take your favorite album, forget hearing it, and hear it again for the first time; which album would you forget so that you could hear it again for the first time? Who would be your Dave Grohl? Sharing of the socials… If you had a podcast and I was your guest, what would you ask me? … ship wreck … medieval warrior … Which band would you want to follow around for a full year? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u0ro4nT53z0

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Psithurism 3QS036

July 1, 2020 Build the Scene 3 questions & a song, All Podcasts 0:19:19 Comments Off on Psithurism 3QS036

Matt Matigan of Psithurism tempts fate with 3 Questions and a Song What would you tell a Pittsburgh band coming to Chicago’s scene to play? If there was an apocalyptic event and a handful of people were left on the Earth with just one song from every band, which Psithurism song should survive? Where did the name Psithurism come from? Bonus Question – if you could sit on a bench for a hour and talk to any musician in history, who would you talk to and what would you ask about? The Song: Bloodlust Location: Chicago Genre: Metal Psithurism’s first EP was entirely self-recorded and produced but this song marked a change in not only the songwriting but was also the first track that was actually mixed and mastered in a studio. The sound is a bit more dynamic than the material on the first EP. Lyrically, it was a bit of a social commentary. The song is about the current political climate and how people on both sides say that they wish that we could all just listen to each other and try to see both sides and move forward yet nobody is taking any steps towards actually making that happen and everyone just stays mad at each other. About Psithurism Psithurism started off as Daanish and Caleb, 2 friends from high school and Mike, one of Daanish’s coworkers. The 3 of them jammed and steadily wrote music over the course of a couple of years and decided to finalize the lineup in 2018. Matt, the vocalist, joined in the summer of 2018 and the bassist, Bart, joined not too long after that. They come from a wide range of influences but all share a love of technical music and after everything was all said and done, ended up with a style that is both very heavy but also very technical and structured. They’ve released an EP & 2 standalone singles and have played a number of shows around Chicago including opening for national headliners and playing in shows made up of local acts. Find Psithurism https://psithurismmusic.bandcamp.com/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/4hYlKWCoydvLLDTUwBsZ7S?si=6MfzHvFWSD-iYzISyYC6Zg https://www.facebook.com/PsithurismBand https://www.instagram.com/psithurismofficial https://psithurismmusic.bandcamp.com/

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Hughshows – Hugh Twyman PARS521

June 26, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:59:52 Comments Off on Hughshows – Hugh Twyman PARS521

He has been described as the “Godfather of Pittsburgh Music Blogging.” Starting to place his stamp on the Pittsburgh scene in 2004, Hugh Twyman of Hughshows joins Bill for Episode 521 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show to talk about the Hughshows. Segment 1 about Hughshows Ok Hugh, let’s start off with a question that you have asked on your own website, Why the Hugh Shows? You started out taking photos of the local music scene, what was it about the scene that enticed you to try and capture it? Tell me about Hugh Twyman day. What have been some of your favorite moments on Hughshows? How does a band get on Hughshows? Segment 2 with Hugh Twyman Okay Hugh, let’s set the music scene aside for a moment. What are some things that you enjoy that are not scene related? If I were to find you in a social studies book 10 years from now. On the pages about the pandemic, why would you be there? If you could give bands in the local scene any advice about being on shows like your’s, mine, or something similar, what would you suggest to them? Last question, what is something about you that your followers would be surprised to learn about you? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oGdDh92XrC8

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Walker’s Cay PARS520

June 19, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:59:59 Comments Off on Walker’s Cay PARS520

Joining Bill for episode 520 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show is Walker’s Cay . They are an original rock band based out of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.  Members include Gary LaBarr, (Vocalist/Rhythm Guitar/Keyboards), Mike Swain, (Lead and Rhythm Guitars) The new single, “Tell Me” is being released on MTS Records out of Pennsylvania. Segment 1 with Walker’s Cay How did Walker’s Cay get it’s name? What has been your most memorable moment on stage? You go out on an international tour, what 2 bands would you be playing with? I tag along during the tour, what music would we listen to while traveling between stops? Who are some bands that you think have the best harmonies in the industry? (Thanks, Loudini Rock n’ Roll Circus) If there was a catastrophic event, and only 1 Walker’s Cay song survives, which song would it be and why? backwards song What would your fans be surprised to learn about you? Can you give us a story about your single “Tell Me”? Segment 2 with Gary and Michael You can 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? How do you create your music? Tell me about the moment that you realized you wanted to be a musician? What gear do you use? If they were to put Walker’s Cay into a cartoon episode, which series would it be and which character would play you? Where can we find your band online and where can my listeners get your music? What is your favorite music based website? www.walkerscay.ca https://www.facebook.com/WALKERSCAY/ https://twitter.com/walkerscay1 CONTACT: Michael Stover MTS Management Group michael@mtsmanagementgroup.comhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0SWkUyTkPw

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Ray Powers 3QS035

June 15, 2020 Build the Scene 3 questions & a song, All Podcasts 0:16:21 Comments Off on Ray Powers 3QS035

3 Questions for Ray Powers Having started touring at the age of 15 and being into different aspects of the music industry over your lifetime, what do you believe was your biggest moment? You can 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? Do you prefer working with artists on the production side of things, or performing in front of an audience? asked by Shock Frenzy in episode 34. About the song, It’s You This is my second-ever solo single, originally released in 2013 and remains a mainstay in my live set. I composed the music and lyrics unassisted. Music comes to me effortlessly, but lyrics can be a challenge. When I hit a speed bump on the lyric is when I’ll typically reach out for a collaborator, but ‘It’s You’ pretty much flowed for me. I laugh when I hear a recording artist say that they can’t pick a favorite song because, how you do play favorites among your ‘babies’? Songs evoke feelings, but songs don’t have feelings that can be hurt. ‘It’s You’ is my favorite. I’m excited that the 2020 Remaster will give this and others a fresh new life on the airwaves. About Ray Powers Band Location: New York, NY Band Genre: Rock Ray Powers promised something special for 2020, and has delivered with a remastered compilation album of his chart-topping singles, limited-availability B-sides and previously unreleased songs in Decade Of Singles (2011-2019). Powers is a music industry veteran, having toured with a plethora of acts since age 15. He’s a respected and sought-after vocalist, bassist, composer and producer with Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame™ credentials. In addition to logging tour dates and studio sessions, Powers hosts the globally-syndicated radio show ‘The Ray Powers Hour’. Find Ray Powers Online https://www.reverbnation.com/raypowers https://open.spotify.com/artist/4hmvOYJb7vIz90z6F7F2ol?fbclid=IwAR3nqvaSmELmEWZuUYdq4-N–oZ2jkEHqY2krB_erAsbT8DMYYjkGl7GDDg&_php=1 https://facebook.com/raypowersfanpage https://www.instagram.com/raypowersmusic/ https://twitter.com/raypowershour https://raypowers.bandcamp.com/

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Justin Wade Band PARS519

June 12, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:59:39 Comments Off on Justin Wade Band PARS519

Justin from The Justin Wade band makes his second appearance on the Pennsylvania Rock Show. His first appearance was on June 21, 2019.We learn a little more about his band and their new single, T-Shirt. Segment 1 with the Justin Wade Band What cartoon characters would play your band members? If they were to do a documentary on the Justin Wade Band, who would play each of you? If you could take one of your favorite albums to listen to and completely forget it so that you can get the euphoria of hearing it again for the first time, which album would it be? You get approached about headlining an international tour from the scene to open for you, which bands do you choose. If you were going to build a band to manage from the local music scene, who would be in your band? We’re on your international tour, what kind of music are we listening to in between shows? If you could sit on a bench and and ask any musician from history 1 question, who would it be and what would you ask? Can you give us a brief synopsis on the Jett Foundation? If we were to play a Justin Wade Band song backwards what would we here? Segment 2 with the Justin Wade Band Can you tell me about the moment you knew that you wanted to be a musician? If you had to pick one story to tell about your band, what would you tell? What about an embarrassing moment you had on stage? If you could join any band on stage for one song, coming out of the crowd, who would it be? If you could write a song with an artist from today, who would it be? Where do you get your inspiration from, while you’re writing? What is something about you, that your fans would be surprised to learn? Who were the best bands from the 90s? Favorite music based website? How can a venue or talent buyer get in touch with you? How should people get a hold of your music?   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQbEm-ubbOs

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The Shadow Event PARS518

June 5, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:59:52 Comments Off on The Shadow Event PARS518

Christina makes her second appearance on the Pennsylvania Rock Show on Episode 518 and brings her bandmate Mark along for the ride. They are 2 of the members of Pittsburgh band, The Shadow Event. Segment 1 with The Shadow Event If they were going to make a cartoon episode that features the Shadow Event, what cartoon series would it be, and what character would play you? They are going to make a rockumentary about your band, who plays you? What are the side effects of The Shadow Event? If you could play with any band, like you’re at a concert and they invite you up on stage, which band would you want to get up on stage with? What genre is The Shadow Event? I stole the topic from this week’s Loudini Rock and Roll Circus, who are the best supergroups? Build your own supergroup from the Pittsburgh Scene. Segment 2 with Mark and Christina 10 years from now, kids are flipping through their social studies book and they get to the section on the pandemic and The Shadow Event is on the page, why are you there? What’s the best thing about the music scene? Worst thing? Shout out to Durty Art- Bob Freyer If you could take you favorite album and forget it so that you get the euphoria of hearing it for the first time again, which album would it be? Being a KISS fan I had to add this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZ7LmrLMyso

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Shock Frenzy 3QS034

June 1, 2020 Build the Scene 3 questions & a song, All Podcasts 0:17:55 Comments Off on Shock Frenzy 3QS034

The 3 Questions for Shock Frenzy What has been your most memorable moment while being a part of Shock Frenzy? If you could invite any musician to be featured on your next song, who would you contact and why? How, with line up changes and all the stuff they’ve been through for 12 years, how do they keep the creative process fresh, how do they go about writing new songs, and how do they handle that? asked by Jozey & the Corruption in episode #33 About the song, Fuel to Fire No One, its our first single and pretty obvious what its about…lol Its the first song that Jeff and I wrote for the band over a year ago and definitely the most popular at our shows! It has an old school rock riff with a Kiss or Alice Cooper type chorus. About Shock Frenzy Band Location: Cleveland, OH USA Band Genre: Hard Rock SHOCK FRENZY is a hard rock band which formed in 2008. The band started as a five piece unit involving, Paul Hospodar,Vocals – Matt Sather, Drums – Andy Brant, Guitar – Matt Jenkin, Guitar & Brian Sather, Bass. In December 2011, after three years of dedication, Brian decided to leave the band to pursue other adventures. Not looking to replace Brian, Paul also being a bass player stepped into the role and will fill the bass and lead vocal duties. In August of 2016, Matthew Jenkin and the band parted ways. The lead guitar duties have been taken over by Tad Clark. To this date Shock Frenzy has released 1 full length recording called FEEL THE FRENZY, a 3 SONG EP titled HOLLYWOOD VAMPIRE and 3 singles, all available through digital distribution. LINE UP: Paul Hospodar: Vocals/Bass – Matt Sather: Drums – Tad Clark: Lead / Rhythm Guitar – Andrew Brant: Lead / Rhythm Guitar Find Shock Frenzy Online: https://www.facebook.com/ShockFrenzy/ https://twitter.com/shockfrenzy https://www.instagram.com/shockfrenzy/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/3ULKLc0XEnfxMmVwDYrD0z https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/shock-frenzy/499794701 https://play.google.com/store/music/artist/Shock_Frenzy?id=Avwvd4y3bcbr6mhave34czhcrpe k

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Nox Emesis PARS517

May 29, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:59:59 Comments Off on Nox Emesis PARS517

On episode 517 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show: Sachem, Sarah, Jake, & Anthony from the band Nox Emesis joined Bill to introduce themselves to the scene. They formed just before the stay-at-home orders and haven’t had a chance to play out yet. Segment 1 with Nox Emesis Where did the band name, Nox Emesis, come from? What cartoon would you be in as a band, and which character would play each of you? If you could sit on a bench for 1 hour with anyone from music history, who would you sit next to and what would be the only question you get to ask them? You get to headline and internationally touring band, what 2 local bands would you take with you as openers? Mark Gibson president of the non-profit venue, Club Radioactive asked, “How do we get young kids into live music?” We did an individual musician introduction at this point of the show. Christina of The Shadow Event asked, “How many songs do you have as a band?” What would your dream, first show be? Segment 2 with Sachem, Sarah, Jake, & Anthony What would our traveling road tunes be, if I was tagging along on a tour with you? If you were going to manage a band of hand picked musicians from the Pittsburgh scene, who would be in your band? If you were in the movie, Rockstar, what band would you join? Where can people find you online? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q515aBARXxY

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Meatlocker Recording PARS516

May 22, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:59:26 Comments Off on Meatlocker Recording PARS516

Jim Harpel of the band Meathook and Meatlocker Recording studio joins Bill to discuss both on Episode 516 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show. Segment 1 with Meatlocker Recording Studio How did the studio get its name? Who are some of the bands that we might know that have recorded with you? Can you tell us a bit about your equipment, please? How did you get started in the recording business? If you could be in the studio while any album was being recorded, which one do you wish you got to witness? If you can sit on that proverbial bench for a hour with anyone from music history, who would you sit with and what would you ask them? When you were in high school, did you imagine that you’d be doing this? Can you remember who the first band was that you recorded? Tim Doverspike from Unbroken Soul asked, “Where is the studio located and do you have a website and Facebook page?” Jim tells us about the Butler Boys’ song “The Cap” and Meathook’s song, “Better Off, Over” Segment 2 with Jim Where did the name Meathook come from for the band? How did the band meet? Is there a story that involves the studio? If you were in the movie Rockstar, what band would you end up in? What cartoon character would play you in a cartoon series? What actor would play you in a rockumentary? If you ended up headlining an international tour, what 2 local bands would you take with you to open the shows? On that international tour, what are some the venues that you’d like to play? What is something embarrassing that has happened to you or a bandmate on stage? If there is an apocalyptic event on Earth, which song from Meathook should survive? During your internationally tour, I hang out between shows, what would the traveling soundtrack include? Are there general hours that you try to schedule recording sessions? How can a band get a hold of you to schedule sessions? What is one song that you wish you had written? What is something interesting about you that people would be surprised to know? Have you met any of your musical idols? Is the wood in the drum room a specific type of wood? Was that room selected for drums from the beginning or did you figure out as time went on? What are some of your favorite songs that have been recorded there? Livestreaming from the studio? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFwTbpqYn_o

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