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Brady Novotny PARS498

January 17, 2020 Build the Scene 1:00:16 Comments Off

Brady Novotny makes his debut on the Pennsylvania Rock Show for Episode 498! Bill last talked to him on an early episode of 3 Questions and a Song, about a year ago? Segment 1 with BRADY NOVOTNY What are your favorite things that you’ve done in the year between interviews with me? Bill gives Brady a homework assignment. If you could sit on a bench with any musician and ask them anything who would you sit with, and what would you ask them? What band would you like to follow around for a year? Where can the listeners find you online? Tell us about your wife’s podcast… http://www.divasdishdiz.com/ If you were going to build a band of local musicians to manage, who would be in the band, and why? What one person would you say has supported you the most as a musician? Tell us about your song, Ancient Romance… Segment 2 with BRADY What is something people would be shocked to find about you? Who is your favorite superhero? Brady decides to host his first segment on the Pennsylvania Rock Show… If you could play with any internationally touring band, who would you want to play with and where? If I’m flipping through my social studies book in a few years and come across a page with Brady Novotny on it, what would that page be about? What upcoming shows would you like to mention?

Big Ugly 3QS025

January 15, 2020 Build the Scene 0:13:51 Comments Off

Big Ugly battles with 3 Questions & a Song on episode 025! Ozzy Osbourne has been doing a lot of collaborating recently, including some artists that you wouldn’t expect. Which non-metal artist would Big Ugly want to collaborate with? If there was an apocalyptic event and most of the human race and a handful of people have to repopulate the Earth, which Big Ugly song should they listen to? What is your why for your music, and what motivates you to created music.. on the deepest level? asked by Matt Westin in Episode 024 The Song: 4 Walls and an Empty Bed The song is about overcoming addiction and depression. The Band Band Location: Akron, OH Band Genre: Metal We started in 2015 in a garage and after 2 years recorded our first record. We have since released our newest record titled “Forgotten” in December of 2019. We had the fortune of playing with such acts as Jinger, Narcotic Wasteland, Hed P.E., and many others. We are currently signed to Misanthropik Records and have plans to play as many shows as possible in 2020. Anthony Gonzalez – Vocals Mike Nemes – Lead guitar Eric Hatten – Rhythm guitar Sean Renshaw – Bass guitar Dwayne Gupton – Drums Find Big Ugly Online https://www.facebook.com/biguglyband https://www.reverbnation.com/bigugly2 https://open.spotify.com/artist/49VePoR6kj9Fr73XhE3qax https://music.apple.com/us/artist/big-ugly/1041093788

570 Press PARS497

January 10, 2020 Build the Scene 1:00:06 Comments Off

Alonna Weaver (Eyes of the World and 570 Press) sits down with Bill to discuss the 570 scene and her band. Segment 1 with 570 Press Why is your Web ‘Zine called 570 Press? What would you call what you do? Tell me a little bit more about the area that you support, what is it about that area that has you wanting to support the music scene? What are some bands that we should check out? If you were going to create a band from the local scene to manage, who would be in your band? If you could sit on a bench for a hour and discuss music with any musician, who would it be and what would you discuss? If you could pick one album to erase from your memory and hear it for the first time again, which album would you choose? What is something about the 570 scene that you love and one thing you want to change about it? Where did you go to college? How did your affiliation with DI Records come about? Segment 2 with Alonna If you were given an “Almost Famous” assignment, which band would you want to follow and write about for a magazine? What is something that someone in the music scene would be surprised to learn about you? Tell me about an embarrassing moment that you or a bandmate had on stage? If a band from my side off the state came to your side of the state, what venues should they play? Tell me about the moment that you realized that you wanted to be in a band. There’s a catastrophic event that wipes out almost all the humans on earth, which 2 bands from the 570 area code should survive? If you had to pick your favorite music website, what would it be?

Standard Broadcast PARS496

January 3, 2020 Build the Scene 1:03:08 Comments Off

Standard Broadcast‘s Nathan Jay joins Bill to have a conversation about the band on episode 496! Segment 1 with Standard Broadcast What is the story behind the name Standard Broadcast? DI Records? How did you join? What do What would be in the history books about Standard Broadcast? What would the soundtrack of our travels between shows on a tour with you should like? Who would you put in a band from the local scene that you would be managing? If you could do that thing and sit on a bench with a musician that has passed away, who would you talk to and what would you ask them about? Best current rock band? Best US rock band? What is a song that automatically brings back a memory or emotion to you? You’re donating 100% of the money brought in by the track, Here We Go Again, to the March For Our Lives, can you tell us a bit about them and why this is an important cause to the band? Segment 2 with Nathan Jay You guys run the Indie Rockfest, what can you tell me about that show? 4/11/20 at Spirit Hall. What is something you absolutely love about the PGH scene? Something you hate and want to change? What would we hear if we played one of your songs backwards? What shows do you have coming up? Where can your music be found?

Matt Westin 3QS024

January 1, 2020 Build the Scene 0:19:42 Comments Off

Matt Westin takes on 3 Questions & a Song on episode 024! What is it about country music that drew you away from engineering and to the stage? If you could go back in time and follow a musician around for 1 year and not change history, who would you follow and what would you like to learn from them? What instrument do you use to write with.. and do you write the music or the lyrics first asked by Richard Leko of Broomfiller on episode 023 The Song: Hey Bro Hey bro is a rockin country song that celebrates the bond between brothers from another mother, as they say. This song means more to me now then it did originally, because my cousin was almost killed in a terrible accident and he barely survived. When I saw his reaction to this song, it really hit me hard on how important it is to be there for each other and have each other’s backs through thick and thin. This song and the lyric video on YouTube celebrate this bond, whether it’s between friends, or soldiers, or 1st responders, or whatever it may be. The Band Band Location: Pittsburgh, PA Band Genre: Country After leaving a career in engineering to follow my passions, I ultimately decided to pursue music professionally to honor my father’s memory who passed away in 2016. He loved my singing and encouraged me to continue to pursue it. I dedicated my debut album Legacy to him. Music was a huge part of my healing process and has now become a new purpose for me in my life. Find Matt Online www.mattwestin.com https://open.spotify.com/artist/2j3OsffbYikt5tbF74kMZ9?si=dkaNx7FeRyWu0xlvEPctGQ https://www.facebook.com/MattWestinMusic/ https://www.instagram.com/matt_westin/ https://twitter.com/Matt_Westin https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqEIc4unkWiq6LmlhiN73GQ Purchase Matt’s Music https://www.amazon.com/Hey-Bro-Matt-Westin/dp/B07XDDNNQY/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=matt+westin&qid=1577748618&sr=8-1 https://www.amazon.com/Stomp-Matt-Westin/dp/B07VSWK1LT/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=matt+westin&qid=1577748618&sr=8-4 https://www.amazon.com/Legacy-Matt-Westin/dp/B07VZ92Q5H/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=matt+westin&qid=1577748618&sr=8-3 https://music.apple.com/us/artist/matt-westin/1332558254

Corners of Sanctuary PARS495

December 20, 2019 Build the Scene 1:02:47 Comments Off

Mick Michaels of Corners of Sanctuary of Philadelphia joins Bill for episode 495. Their song “Hold on to Christmas” is featured on the episode. Segment 1 with Corners of Sanctuary Where did your band name come from? Where was the video for “Hail, Hail” recorded at? It looks to be the perfect background for that song. I see that you’re endorsed by maybe 20 different companies, do you want to throw any of those out there? How as an unsigned/small label band do you get to the point that your touring and getting airplay in places like Europe and Australia? If I was to tag along on your UK tour, what would the soundtrack for the tour be in between show dates? What is the best KISS album? If you could back to any year and follow any band around without changing history, which band would you follow and why? If you could sit on a bench and speak to any musician throughout time, who would you want to speak to, and what would you ask them about? If you could take an album that you absolutely love and erase it from your memory so that you can get that wow factor while hearing it again, what album would you pick? How did the song “Hold on to Christmas” come about? Segment 2 with Mick Michaels If there is an apocalyptic event that wipes out almost all of humanity and all but 1 song from every band in history, which of your songs should survive? When did you realize that you wanted to play guitar in a metal band? Is there a venue that you haven’t played yet, that you really want to perform in? What is something that you fans would be surprised to find out about you? Who would you say has supported you the most as a musician? Can you tell us about an embarrassing moment that has happened on stage? How can my listeners get a copy of your music? (Get a copy of Hold on to Christmas for free through Jan 6, 2020) What shows are coming up for Corners of Sanctuary? If I played your music backwards, what would I hear?

BROOMFILLER 3QS023

December 15, 2019 Build the Scene 0:21:06 Comments Off

Richard Leko of Broomfiller takes his turn at 3 Questions & a Song on episode 023! If you could erase any album from your memory and listen to it again for the very first time, which album would you want to do that with? Can you tell me about the moment that you knew you wanted to be a musician? Where did you get the name BROOMFILLER? asked by Norman LaStrange of Blödhren in episode 022. BONUS Question: Have you ever written a 7/8th grade Social Studies textbook? The Song: How Long, So Long The song It is about the trials and tribulations of loving someone close to you, who is on the decline. The Band Band Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Band Genre: Melodic punk rock BROOMFILLER is Toronto, Canada’s answer to melodic punk rock. Blending melodic vocals, bass lines and rhythmic drumming with a very energetic live show, enables them to easily stand out. “The album kicks some serious ASS !! Full of great hooks and riffs!!” Trikeman69, Trike’s Trax BROOMFILLER began as a one-man band in Richard D. Leko’s parent’s basement, recording demos on his 4 track cassette recorder, while singing and playing all the instruments. “BROOMFILLER is proving that guitar driven Punk Rock is still alive and well” Matt Hartwick, Kingston Music Reviews After moving to Toronto, 3 albums were released: Watching the girls go bi (2002), Enter the Storm (2006), Third Stage Propellor Index (2015) with several Canadian & USA Tours in support of them. “damn easy to listen to…very tuneful and as catchy…” Mosh, The Moshville Times Compared to Foo Fighters holding hands with Millencolin and Bracket, while sitting on a park bench built by Jawbox & Husker Du, while eating a sandwich prepared by Bad Religion and washing it all down with a stiff drink mixed by Face to Face. “It’s tricky finding a balance between punk and musical, and BROOMFILLER does it well.” Bob Mersereau, The Top 100 Canadian Singles Recently awarded the FACTOR Demo Grant, BROOMFILLER recorded 3 songs which helped begin pre-production on new music for a new album possibly later this year. Watch for many more music videos and show & tour announcements coming soon near you!!! http://www.broomfiller.com https://open.spotify.com/artist/4I7tsw2qS3pNyTVg8lALc0 http://www.facebook.com/broomfiller http://www.instagram.com/broomfiller http://www.twitter.com/broomfiller https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCadOez2JW7X976onvHf8k7w?sub_confirmation=1 https://broomfiller.bandcamp.com/ https://broomfiller.tumblr.com/ https://t.co/jZjnbHyRhO https://broomfiller.bandcamp.com/ https://t.co/jZjnbHyRhO

The Shadow Event PARS474

December 13, 2019 Build the Scene 0:59:51 Comments Off

Episode 494 features Christina from The Shadow Event: Some post punk, new wave, groove trip for ya. We’ll take you for a ride with every different song. Powerful, fun, eerie, sexy and cute, The Shadow Event is fronted by Christina Santavicca. She creeps and crawls and is in your face with her stage presence, vocals and keys. Sick guitar work ambushes on in with the makings from Mark DiBello. Followed by the backline, Dave Burek has tasty bass lines and Mike Matjasko bringing in flavorful drums. Originating in the summer of 2016, The Shadow Event is still evolving, but the sound so far will be sure to entice your musical realm. A flavor for all. Segment 1 with Christina from the Shadow Event Where did the name The Shadow Event come from? How would you describe the sound of your music? If you were on tour, and I was tagging along with you, what music would we listen to in between show dates? If I played one of your songs backwards, what would I hear? If you could go back to any year and follow a musician around for a year who would you follow and why? If you could sit down on a bench and talk to any who is in the music field, who would you talk to? About what? You can pick 1 album to erase from your memory and hear it for the first time again, what album would it be? Segment 2 with Christina Worst 90s bands? If you were going to build a band to manage from people in the music scene, who would you put in your band? Can you introduce the rest of the band? What is something that you absolutely love about the music scene and something you wish you could change about it? I see you’re playing KISSBurgh 2 on January 25th, what songs are you covering? Where can my listeners get a copy of your music? Can you tell me about the point in your life where you knew you wanted to be a musician?

Skarlett Sky PARS493

December 6, 2019 Build the Scene 1:00:41 Comments Off

Episode 493 features first time Co-host Suzanne DeCree, who helps Bill through this episode because he wasn’t feeling well. They interview the band Skarlett Sky. This episode features local/unsigned original Christmas Music. Skarlett Sky Interview Segment 1 Where did the name come from? If there were a fire that destroyed all of your music except for one song, which song would you want to survive? How did you guys get together? If there was one thing that you could tell your potential fans, what would it be? Who has supported you the most? Are either of you in other bands currently, or what other bands have you been in? What would a section in a social studies book that features Skarlett Sky be about? If you could follow one band around for a year who would you follow? If you could back in your own careers, would there be anything that you would change? Skarlett Sky Interview Segment 2 Nick, is Musick your real last name, or is it a stage name? Do you feel like it is destiny? 20 worst 90s bands.. and go…. favorite 90s bands? If you could open for any internationally touring band, who would it be and where would you want to play? If you could go back in time and go to any scene, IE Sunset Strip, where would you go? What do you like about the local scene and what would you like to change about it? Where can people find you online? What are you plans for selling your music? If you were in a tribute band, and the band you were paying tribute to called you to try out, which band would you want to tryout for? Where do you love to play in the city, where do you not love to play in the city? Where are you playing this weekend? Tell us about an embarrassing moment for someone that you played with. What would I hear, if I played your music backwards?

Blödhren 3QS022

December 1, 2019 Build the Scene 0:19:38 Comments Off

Norman Stethalacopalus LaStrange of Blödhren takes a shot at 3 Questions & a Song on episode 022! What draws you to the stage and why metal? What is one thing that you love about the Roanoke music scene and what is one thing that you hate that you would change? When you go see a band live, what do you expect? Are you listening to the lyrics, the music? What about them makes you want to see them live? asked by Stringg Harris in Episode 021 also get some stage presence advice and find out where the name Blödhren came from? About the Song: No Weakness It is about how easy it is to do wrong. How we are constantly plagued with choices and it is always so much more tempting to pick the easy, less morally comfortable option. About Blödhren Genre: thrash / groove metal City: Roanoke, VA Four piece metal band from Roanoke, Va. We play fast, hit hard, and always have a good time doing it. It’s not often that the planets align in a way to allow a band to accomplish so much in such a short amount of time. In the case of Roanoke, VA natives Blödhren though, the universe has definitely been in their favor. From October 2016 to January 2017, founding member and guitarist Ox forged the band from the ground up. With a steadfast vision, Ox set out to create metal that not only gave honor to bands such as Pantera and Slayer but also pushed the roots of metal forward into territories occupied by acts likened to Gojira and Lamb of God. First recruiting vocalist Norman LaStrange (Survival of the Sickest) and drummer Stephen Boothe (Rezult) in October 2016, the three started hammering out material in the months following. The band then brought in bassist Allen Christian (Sophie’s Scar, Metallic Division, Black Rose Mourning) to complete their sound. https://www.facebook.com/Blodhren/ https://blodhren.bandcamp.com/

Brady Novotny PARS498

Big Ugly 3QS025

570 Press PARS497

Standard Broadcast PARS496

Matt Westin 3QS024

Corners of Sanctuary PARS495

BROOMFILLER 3QS023

The Shadow Event PARS474

Skarlett Sky PARS493

Blödhren 3QS022

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