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Maleena PARS535

October 2, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 1:00:00 Comments Off on Maleena PARS535

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

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Black Ridge PARS534

September 25, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:59:50 Comments Off on Black Ridge PARS534

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

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Seethe PARS533

September 18, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:59:46 Comments Off on Seethe PARS533

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

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Modern Fossils PARS532

September 11, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:59:51 Comments Off on Modern Fossils PARS532

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

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UltraViolent PARS531

September 4, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:59:34 Comments Off on UltraViolent PARS531

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

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Aqua Dementia PARS530

August 28, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:59:37 Comments Off on Aqua Dementia PARS530

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

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Rattle Clack Compilation Pt. 2 PARS529

August 21, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 1:15:21 Comments Off on Rattle Clack Compilation Pt. 2 PARS529

The Pennsylvania Rock Show is pleased to release the second part of this special episode (see part 1), where we chat with members from each band featured on the Rattle Clack Compilation 2020 disc. You can get a copy of the physical disc from one of the bands, or order it online. We talk about the tracks a tad bit out of order. Segment 3 features: Ralph McCartney & Nick Phelps 03. Homicide Black – Behind 10. Six Speed Kill – Sin to Win Segment 4 features: Doug Carnahan & Terry Blair 06. After the Fall – Suicide March 11.  Among Thorns – Hollow Segment 5 features: Danny Corso, Kyle Matovcik, & Jason Milone 04. Union of Souls – Queens of the New Age 02. A Common Crown – If You Want 09. Skarlett Sky – Battle Within

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Rattle Clack Compilation Pt 1. PARS528

August 14, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 1:09:09 Comments Off on Rattle Clack Compilation Pt 1. PARS528

The Pennsylvania Rock Show is pleased to release this special episode, where we chat with members from each band featured on the Rattle Clack Compilation 2020 disc. You can get a copy of the physical disc from one of the bands, or order it online. We talk about the tracks a tad bit out of order. Segment 1 features: Jazz and Sean Nestor 07. hALF wHEEL – Windows – Sean Nestor Segment 2 features: Shawn Donahugh, John Bashaw, & Eric Rodger 08. Unbroken Soul – Maelstrom 05. 30 Days of Pain – Don’t Say Goodbye 01. Royal Honey – American Jive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7gHuTgvL1ks

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Anxiety at Best PARS527

August 7, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 1:00:02 Comments Off on Anxiety at Best PARS527

Anxiety at Best join Bill on Episode 527 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show. This is their first time on the show. Segment 1 with Anxiety at Best I’m sorry but I couldn’t pass this up, if it is Anxiety at Best, what is it at worst? How did your band form? With the current health situation, you’re given a chance to play an outdoor, social distanced event. What venue would you want to play it at, and what bands would open for you? Can any of you pinpoint the moment that you knew you had to be a musician? Segment 2 If you were djing a party, what unsigned bands would you play? You’re given the chance to be a tech for band on their next tour. Which band would you want to work with? What is something about each of you that your fans might be surprised to learn? If your band was to be in a cartoon series, which would it be and who would play each of you? Can you tell me an embarrassing moment, that someone else in the band had on stage? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rVhN2p5QwEA

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Modern Welfare PARS526

July 31, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:59:52 Comments Off on Modern Welfare PARS526

Bill sits down and chats with the members of the Pittsburgh based Pop Punk band, Modern Welfare, on episode 527 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show. Segment 1 with Modern Welfare Could you eacn introduce yourselves and tell us what role you play in the band? How did you come up with the name, Modern Welfare? If you were to go out on an international tour, what other bands from the local scene would you take out with you? You guys are heading to Florida? I know you’re in the process of working on a new disc (Welcome to our Cardboard Mansion), what can you tell me about it? like your writing process, expected release date, stories about where the songs came from.. etc. Power Nap Records John, why did you come to the US? Do you have any cool stories about the song, Monday, that we’re about to debut for the world to hear for the first time? Segment 2 If you were put in charge of creating a pop punk compilation disc of Pittsburgh Bands, which bands would you include? If I went on tour with you, what music would we listen to between stops? If you were able to sit down with anyone in the history of music, who would you want to talk to, and what 1 question would you ask them? 10 years from now, you’ve been signed, what advice would you give to young musicians? If there was an apocalyptic event, which Modern Welfare song would survive? Why? Can you please give out your social media links and where you expect your music to be released at down the road.

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