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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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Jozey & the Corruption 3QS033

May 15, 2020 Build the Scene 3 questions & a song, All Podcasts 0:20:56 Comments Off on Jozey & the Corruption 3QS033

The 3 Questions for Jozey & the Corruption What is the strangest thing that ever happened to you on stage? If you were to go out on an international tour as the headliner, what 2 opening bands would you bring with you? Bonus question – Taco Bell or Burger King What did you do to stay creative during this quarantine time? asked by Brady Novotny in episode 032 About the song, No One 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 Jozey & the Corruption Band Location: AKron, OH USA Band Genre: Sleeze Rock JTC is a high energy, dirty, sleazy three chord driven hard rock trio, straight from the Rust Belt and the Rubber City! Taking inspiration from hard rocking bands like Kiss, AC/DC, The Brides of Destruction, The New York Dolls, Airborne, Guns N Roses and The Rolling Stones, they have forged their own style of hard rock and roll in the truest form! Find JTC Online: https://www.facebook.com/jozeyandthecorruption/ https://www.instagram.com/jozeyandthecorruption https://www.twitter.com/jozeycorruption https://www.sonicbids.com/band/jozey-the-corruption/ https://www.reverbnation.com/jozeythecorruption

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Unbroken Soul PARS515

May 15, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:59:35 Comments Off on Unbroken Soul PARS515

Shawn, Tim, and Jr of Unbroken Soul stop by to chat with Bill about what they have been up to, the release of their track from the upcoming Rattle Clack compilation, writing for their upcoming disc, and more. Interview Segment 1 with Unbroken Soul What have you guys been up to, and how have you kept playing throughout the pandemic? Who else is playing on the Rattle Clack Entertainment compilation? How is the experience of playing live on facebook for you? Were there any problems sound-wise that you’ve noticed with the live streaming? What does Unbroken Soul have planned? Which cartoon series would your band be in, and what character would play you? Who would play you in a rockumentary about Unbroken Soul? What is something that your fans would be surprised to know about each of you? Ten years from now, in the section about about the pandemic in a social studies book you guys are included, why? If you could sit on a bench for 1 hour and speak to anyone in music history, who would you sit with and what would be the only question that you can ask them? Do you think all of this is going to change live music? We talk about the bands that have been livestreaming often. We learn a bit about the song on the Rattle Clack Entertainment compilation track that we got to play, Maelstrom. from the upcoming Rattle Clack compilation, writing for their upcoming disc, and more. Interview Segment 1 with Unbroken Soul What is the bass player situation? Who would you like to open for, and where would you like to open the tour? If we get back to some semblance of normalcy, how long do you think it will take for you to get onto a stage? If you guys were going to do your own podcast, what would it be about? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TfD4QE2aT_I

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The Art of Burning Bridges PARS514

May 8, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:59:10 Comments Off on The Art of Burning Bridges PARS514

The Art of Burning Bridges, which includes 2 members of the former band Fountain Infinity (and one member of September Mourning), who came and performed live in our studio back in 2005. The Art of Burning Bridges – Segment 1 You were on a bit of a hiatus, what is going on album wise? We do a little catch up on the history of the band. We talk about the video that they were working on when the call took place. Hear the band’s take on how the pandemic has affected them as musicians, after I ask about shows. Pat offers $5 shows on Wednesday nights, sarcastically. Pat tells us the “story” behind their song Walls. Segment 2 We go off on a tangent about Chux Beta and if they named the band TaObB, and we talk about the Hard Rock Cafe for a second. If there was an apocalyptic event on Earth, hich tAoBB song should survive? What cartoon character would play each of you? Who would play you in a Rockumentary? If you could go back in time, what band would you follow around for a year to learn from? If you were the main character in the movie “Rock Star” what band would you end up a member of? If you were in the role of a reporter doing their first freelance article like the kid in “Almost Famous”, what band would you want to write about? If you had to build a band from the PGH scene to manage, who would you put in the band? What has been your favorite venue to play in? If you could open for any internationally touring band, who would you open for and where would the tour start? Embarrassing moments? 10-15 years from now, TaObB is in Social Studies books, why?

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Brady Novotny 3QS032

May 1, 2020 Build the Scene 3 questions & a song, All Podcasts 0:15:52 Comments Off on Brady Novotny 3QS032

The 3 Questions for Brady Novotny Due to the current stay-at-home orders in Pennsylvania, we’ve all adapted our daily lives. I personally have resorted to adding video to my podcasts and teaching from my kitchen, How has the situation altered your career as a musician? If they were going to make a cartoon episode about Brady Novotny, the musician, which cartoon series would do it, and what character would play you? What was the first song you ever heard your wife sing, and if you want to tell the story with time and place, etc – asked by Utah from Noble Hops in Episode 31 The Song: Heart’s Fire Inspired by the view of the red rocks. It has some interesting instrumentation combinations. So it starts off with bongos but the guitar is in drop tuning creating a heavy sound but against the bongo rhythm. About Brady Novotny Brady Novotny started playing the guitar at the age of 10. Determined to be a world class guitarist, he left his first guitar lesson with his instructor telling him basically to give it up now. Thus he was introduced to criticism and disappointment early in his endeavor. Nevertheless, Brady heard a guitar player that would motivate him to push all that aside and re-engerize his passion to continue; that guitar player was Randy Rhoads. Brady soon fell in love with classical and melodic guitar playing. Brady practiced restlessly learning everything from classical pieces, melodic and virtuosic solos from 80’s guitar heroes, to jazz fusion. Brady loved the guitar, and truly, that has been his passion. He attended Berklee College of Music for a little time. At the age of 19, he was asked to teach summer guitar workshop at Duquesne University. As life often happens, however, Brady got burned out and went back to school and received his masters in Psychology. Yep, that’s right — Psychology. But the passion is back and stronger than ever, plus it never hurts to have some money! Brady set out to do an instrumental project that would have his listeners singing the haunting melodies while holding their attention by uniquely placed guitar virtuosity and dynamic rhythms creating a fusion of rock, flamenco, and jazz. His love for a variety of musical styles led him to study under many teachers in his life. Brady started out playing Classical guitar at the age of 10. Ever since then, Brady has had a strong affection for nylon string guitar sound. Ultimately, this led him to study Flamenco guitar. He immediately fell in love with the passion, virtuosity and rhythm of this style. The shred of the 80’s was one of his main influences and guilty pleasures, while Jazz was a big influence on Brady’s chordal choices and song color. Brady has a wide range of experience in the music business. His experience ranges from the Pittsburgh rock scene to national tours. He has worked as a Pittsburgh session guitarist, Worship leader, and guitarist at several mega churches. He has also taught guitar at clinics and universities. Band Location: Pittsburgh, PA USA Band Genre: Instrumental Melodic rock with a flamenco and world twist Find Brady Novotony Online: https://www.facebook.com/bradynovotny https://www.twitter.com/bradynovotny https://www.instagram.com/bradynovotnyofficial https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQMG6bjBHNLH2uxumRx1IyQ Purchase Brady’s Music https://www.bradynovotny.com/shop/ https://www.amazon.com/Passions-Collide-Brady-Novotny/dp/B07MC9NJ82/ https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/passions-collide/1449585458

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