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Steve Hawk PARS447

January 25, 2019 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:57:07 Comments Off on Steve Hawk PARS447

Steve Hawk joined Bill for episode 447 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show. We talked music influences, how we got into doing what we love, the music scene that Steve is in (including the bands and artists that he has played with), his distaste in artists giving their political views on stage, and other candid topics. We talked in depth of about Steve’s friends in the scene: Eddie Eiseman of Highway Louie, First Hit, So Death Cannot Find Me, FUBAR, Adelaide in Autumn, and others.

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Richard Lynch 3QS001

January 16, 2019 Build the Scene 3 questions & a song, All Podcasts 0:11:23 Comments Off on Richard Lynch 3QS001

The 3 Questions for Richard Lynch – (Listen for the answers) Being a “traditional country” artist, are there any influences outside your genre that your fans would be surprised to hear that you have? What hurdles did you have to overcome in your journey to becoming a musician, and why? Do you think it is more wise to play more shows in a month and get in front of more people knowing that you will have less fans at each show, or is it better to play less shows to build them up really big and have a more quality show because you’re playing less (asked by Derek Smith of The Cosmic Vultures) The Song: Pray on the Radio This song is truly inspirational,” says Lynch. “I was traveling down the highway with my wife Donna and speaking to a DJ on the radio, for an interview. After talking for awhile, he suddenly said, ‘would you mind praying with me on the radio?’ That was indeed a first, and I suddenly found myself with a head and heart full of lyrics. About Richard Lynch Richard Lynch is an American country music artist, who has compiled a long list of country hits and chart toppers in the world of traditional country music. His single, “A Better Place” topped the New Music Weekly AM/FM country chart, the IndieWorld Country Record Report, and spent an incredible 32 weeks atop the Roots Music Report True Country chart. His next 4 singles also topped the country airplay charts, including a duet with Grammy Award Winner, Rhonda Vincent. Richard’s last single, “Country Music Isn’t Country Anymore” went Top 25 on the iTunes Canada sales chart. Richard is a multiple-award-winning artist and a member of the Independent Country Music Hall of Fame, who has appeared on WSM Radio Nashville, RFD TV, and countless other media outlets. He is also the host of “Traditionally Lynch,” airing on TV and radio, and he’s the founder of the Love Tattoo Foundation for veterans. Band Location: Lebanon, OH Band Genre: Country Find Richard Lynch Online: http://www.richardlynchband.com https://www.reverbnation.com/richardlynchband https://www.facebook.com/RichardLynchBand http://www.twitter.com/richardlynchbnd https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Lynch_(musician)

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JaketheHawk PARS446

January 11, 2019 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 1:03:45 Comments Off on JaketheHawk PARS446

Episode 446 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show brings us face-to-face with the band, Jakethehawk to discuss their recent 8 track release, To Build a Fire (November 10, 2018 – Blackseed Records). Segment 1 with Jakethehawk What is the story behind the band name? Is it a requirement to have a J as an initial to be in this band? The album was Engineered & Mixed by Justin Lober, Mastered by James Plotkin, Illustration & Layout by Joe Mruk, and Lyric Insert Layout by John Huxley? Create an all-star band. Tell us about the recording process of To Build a Fire. Where can our listeners get a copy of To Build a Fire. Upcoming shows? Tell us about the song Geotaxis. Segment 2 with Jakethehawk Josh, what is one thing you like about the scene and one thing you’d love to change about it? John, If I looked at your music collection, which bands and albums would I see? Justin, who would you say has been your biggest supporter as a musician and why? Jordan, If you could open for any internationally touring band, who would it be and what venue would you want to play? Everyone else piped in, too. John, if there was a fire that destroyed all your music except for one song, which song would you want to survive history? Justin, if you could go back in time and observe 1 band for 1 full year who would you observe and why? Jordan, give me 2-3 bands from the 90s that you can’t stand. Josh, name a couple of bands from the scene that you love. Tell me about a time when one of your band members embarrassed you on stage.

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The Cosmic Vultures 3QS000 (Pilot)

January 4, 2019 Build the Scene 3 questions & a song, All Podcasts 0:10:57 Comments Off on The Cosmic Vultures 3QS000 (Pilot)

The 3 Questions for The Cosmic Vultures – (Listen for the answers) Dave Grohl has a habit of inviting people up on stage to play. What band would you want to sit in with? If you could go back in time and spend one year observing one band; what year would you go back to, what band would you observe, and why? What’s THE most important thing to NOT mess up on stage during a show? (asked by Kris Kilohertz of Oceans to Ash) being in tune the guitar solo telling the crowd you have merch not screwing up saying the other band’s names on the bill The Song: Angel Dust Within the lyrics I talk about being “dragged down the Mariana”. I’ve always had a fear of the ocean and the Mariana Trench. The song is a messed up dream I had dealing with meeting “the hounds of Hell” and becoming someone’s “drug”. Hence “Now I’m somebody’s angel dust.” About The Cosmic Vultures The Cosmic Vultures are a home grown Boston area band that is the perfect blend of funk and rock – with a psychedelic twist. We take great pride in the work we do in the studio, striving to create the best sounding recordings possible. But our live performances are truly a unique experience. We’re not happy unless after seeing us live, you feel the need to rethink life itself. Welcome to a new live band experience. Band Location: Boston, MA Band Genre: Alternative Rock Find The Cosmic Vultures Online:

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Lucky Me PARS445

January 4, 2019 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 1:03:50 Comments Off on Lucky Me PARS445

Episode 445 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show featured, Lucky Me, recently returning to the scene. Segment 1 What brought you back to the scene? Did you just want to play with Robbie again? Have you ever seen Robbie and Billy Ray Cyrus in the same room? Learn how Lucky Me formed. What band would Jessica like to front? (Think the movie Rockstar) What band would Robbie want to play bass in? Who would you put in an all-star band from the local scene, that you would manage? Hear about their original, Best Thing. Segment 2 Where does Chip DiMonick live? sort of? Batman & Robin? Why the name, Lucky Me? You get to hear Bill and Robbie go on a reminiscing “rant” about the scene. You also get to hear Jessica talk a bit about the D.C. music scene and bands. How can find Lucky Me, online? Find Lucky Me Online:

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9 Stitch Method PARS444

December 28, 2018 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 1:01:58 Comments Off on 9 Stitch Method PARS444

Episode 444 sees the debut of Pittsburgh progressive alternative metal band, 9 Stitch Method. Segment 1: Where did the name 9 Stitch Method come from? Find out about their discography, which can be found on bandcamp, and their current recording project. Find out how they write/record songs. Which 9SM song would survive the apocalypse? Who would be in the all-star band that 9SM would manage? Why? We talk a little bit about Oceans to Ash and their “new” website. What internationally touring band would 9SM want to open for, and at what venue? Which bands influenced 9 Stitch Method? What would 9SM sound like if we played the songs backwards? Learn about the song Esoteric Daydream Part 1. Segment 2 Tell me about at time where Josh embarrassed Patrick on stage and vice versa. How do you pronounce Dematus? Anyone know? What is one thing that your fans would be surprised to find out about each of you? What are you day jobs? Which morphs into a conversation about Walmart, Kmart, & Dollar General. Where can we find copies of your music?

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Zom PARS443

December 21, 2018 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 1:00:28 Comments Off on Zom PARS443

On episode 443 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show, Gero of Argonauta Records artist ZOM chats with Bill Segment one with ZOM Where does the band name come from? Tell us about the recording process of Nebulos. How did you come in contact with Argonauta Records? What are the advantages of being on a European label? What do you listen to? Which ZOM song should survive the apocalypse? Tell us a little bit about the track Burning Segment two with ZOM Who would be in your all-star band from the scene. What bands would you suggest the PARS listeners check out? What international bands would you want to open for and where? What is your opinion on pay-to-play scenarios. Learn about Fear Itself. What’s your favorite venue? Where can you find a copy of Nebulos? When is your next show? What is something that your fans would be surprised to know about you?

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Storm Dragon PARS442

December 13, 2018 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 1:11:29 Comments Off on Storm Dragon PARS442

Jeff, Joey, & Eric of Storm Dragon join Bill to talk everything going on in their camp. Find out how the band got together and where they reside. Learn about how the name Storm Dragon came to be…. Did Bill really bring up Harry Potter, Eragon, and Puff the Magic Dragon? Jeff, Joey and Eric tell us about the recording process and issues that arose around the EP Strike at Dawn, including using 2 different studios. Find out who their influences are and what they listen to when not on stage. Learn why grunge cannot kill the monster that is metal. What brought Joey to metal? Segment 2: The meaning behind the song Dawn of a New Creation… and which Storm Dragon song should survive the apocalypse? Storm Dragon is opening for Quiet Riot at Jergels on February 1 with Dying Breed. Jeff, Joey, & Eric talk about what they love about the local scene and what they hate. Learn a little bit about the Omaha, Nebraska scene.

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MaxXouT PARS441

December 7, 2018 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 1:08:14 Comments Off on MaxXouT PARS441

Episode 441 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show gets MaxXouT by Stosh and Elliot. See them live at Kissburgh at Howler’s Cafe Where did your band name come from and how the band formed. Bill gets a job offer… Find out what is in the music collections of Stosh and Elliot and how it influences them. Who would the guys of MaxXouT put into an all-star band from our music scene.. also ask them about Shreddy Eddy, unfortunately this didn’t make it to the show due to time constraints. What internationally touring band would they like to play with and at what venue would they open their tour? Find out about MaxXouT’s opinion of pay-to-play and what band they would have sell tickets to open for them. Find out the meaning behind the song Steel-toed Boots MaxXouT second segment topics: Learn which upcoming song MaxXouT believes should survive the apocalypse. We get to hear about first time wedding cookie adventures and how the band ended up in Pittsburgh. If you’re listening and you’re a promoter, book MaxXouT for a wedding! Find out what one of their songs would sound like in reverse. What movie would one of your songs belong on the soundtrack for and who would star in it? Love/Hate relationship with the scene… pay-to-play What has been the worst scenario the band has been in?

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Greywalker, Under Control? PARS440

November 30, 2018 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 1:00:22 Comments Off on Greywalker, Under Control? PARS440

Greywalker takes control of episode #440 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show. Carrying the torch for the new wave of American heavy metal Greywalker deliver razor sharp dual guitar attacks, thunderous rhythms and pure, unfiltered aggression. In 2015 they self-released their debut album Beyond All Mortal and over the past couple years they have built a reputation for their relentless live performances sharing the stage with bands such as Darkest Hour, Nile, August Burns Red & Baroness. In 2017 they were nominated the “Best Metal Band” in the Pittsburgh City Paper’s annual Readers Poll. Blending their favorite melodic elements from Swedish legends such as In Flames & Dark Tranquility with the unfiltered American chaos of bands like Slipknot & Lamb Of God, Greywalker have developed a crossover style that is unapologetically aggressive but surprisingly approachable thanks to their strong focus on songwriting and storytelling. The lyrical content typically revolves around the internal struggles that exist within us all and aims to only enlighten, empower, encourage the listener to challenge the way the view the world around them. Never discriminating anyone or their ideals based on race, religion, politics, gender or lifestyle. Greywalker believes you can get anyone to headbang if you give them something worth headbanging for. Read More… Topics covered in segment 1: What genre/sub genre do they consider themselves? Where did the name Greywalker come from? What music/bands would we find in your collections? When Colt, Brian, and Evan decided that they wanted to be in a metal band was… The boys tell us what the song Gold Lust means.. well what it means to them. Topics covered in segment 2: What song would Greywalker want to represent them after an apocalyptic event? Which internationally touring band would they like to play with and at what venue? I asked about embarrassing stage moments and they laughed a lot and then told me they don’t get embarrassed… but they did give us some stories. Who would they put in an all-star band from our area? Brian told us about his podcast, Start the Beat with Sikes. Purchase Greywalker merchandise Go to a Greywalker show! What shows are coming up for them… Want to get your own copy of a Greywalker album? You can get it on their website or at all the normal digital outlets. What about you would surprise your fans?

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