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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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Dethlehem PARS525

July 24, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 1:00:05 Comments Off on Dethlehem PARS525

Brutalitus and Bovice of Dethlehem join episode 525 after embarking on their newest tale, Maelstrom of the Emerald Dragon. Dethlehem Segment 1 Famously, KISS put out and ad looking for a guitarist, worded “Lead guitarist wanted, with flash and ability. Album out shortly. No time wasters please.” Last week, KHULT HEADWIND, became a LVL2 and joined the warriors of Dethlehem. My question is, what does an ad looking for a new warrior look like? I mean, I have some gauntlets and an amulet, would that get me in the door? Normally I ask questions like, if your band was in a cartoon series, which series would it be and which character would be you; or if they made a rockumentary about Dethlehem, who would play you. What I want to know from you, is if you were from this realm, what would your day jobs be? If I were to go on a quest with you, what bands would provide the soundtrack in between battles? I also usually ask bands which songs of their’s would survive an apocalyptic event; however, for you I would like to know what that tale would be titled and how many tracks it would take for you to complete the quest? or more specifically how do you come up with the storyline for an album like Maelstrom of the Emerald Dragon? Does Overlord Brom keep that helmet on for the whole show? What is the reddish orange glow coming out of his helmet? When you guys are preparing for battle, what does your pre-show look like? How do you decide who you’re going to ally with on a night? Segment 2 with Brutalitus and Bovice Can you tell me about an embarrassing moment that you had during a quest? If you were given the quest to take over the world’s stages, which 2 unsigned bands would you ally with to accomplish that quest? Having just watched your release, I have to know… what is your best guess on how many hours went into getting Maelstrom of the Emerald Dragon finished… starting with writing the first thought down and ending with the Facebook Live. Can you quickly share your social media links, where your music can be bought, and anything you might have scheduled for the future? (A Dethlehem movie?!?!) What is the story about the wound on your face? (Brutalitus) Last question, step into your alter egos for a moment, and tell me something that you fans would be surprised to know about each of you, please. Xbox or Playstation? The legend of DETHLEHEM began in the realm of GHORUSALEM many eons ago. During their journey, the warriors of DETHLEHEM have traveled through time and space to do battle against dragons, wizards, warlocks, leviathans, shape-shifters, and a sh*t ton of other things that needed to be SLAIN (for XP, duh). https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfensvypjd4Cmkkcb1VsNDEmtE9CJugsxhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TbjKAHuL7Hw

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Keith Hawkins PARS524

July 17, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 1:00:16 Comments Off on Keith Hawkins PARS524

Keith “The Hawk” Hawkins, a professional drummer and co-host of The Loudini Rock and Roll Circus with Lou Lombardi and Lily V. Sixx joins Bill to talk about both the PGH & NOLA music scenes as well as his musical history. Segment 1 with Keith Hawkins How did you get hooked up with Lou and the Loudini Rock and Roll Circus. What bands did you play in, in Pittsburgh? Keith compares the drummers in the New Orleans and Pittsburgh scenes. Do you have a steady gig in NOLA, or do you fill in a lot? What is your current favorite whiskey? – asked by Jeff Yeckel If you could follow any band around for a year to learn from them, which band would you follow? If 10 years from now, kids are flipping through their social studies books and they find a you in the book, why is Keith Hawkins in the book? What would your dream gig be? If you were in a crowd and being pulled up on stage, who would be your “Dave Grohl”? We talked about Black Laurel‘s album, Tales from the Motherland that Keith recorded on. Segment 2 with Keith How do the 2 scenes compare? (Pittsburgh and New Orleans) What has been the oddest place that you’ve ever played in either scene? We talked a little bit about Chris “Thunderwolf” Dodson’s Wolf’s Customs company. If you could sit on a bench for a hour and talk to anyone from the history of music and ask them only 1 question, how would that go down? If you were going to build a band to manage based on both the local scenes that you’ve been a part of, who would you put in the band, what band are they currently in, and what genre would they play? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z8kBINx0RKY

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The Whelming Waters PARS523

July 10, 2020 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 1:00:03 Comments Off on The Whelming Waters PARS523

Collin, from The Whelming Waters, joins Bill to discuss their new album Bon Voyage and to introduce the Pennsylvania Rock Show listeners to his band. The Whelming Waters segment 1 What’s the story behind the name The Whelming Waters? If I was to go on tour with you, what would the sound track while traveling between shows include? open for you If you could hand pick band members to create a band to manage from the scene, who would you pick? Can you pinpoint the moment that you realized that you wanted to be in a band? Can you tell me about an embarrassing moment you’ve had on stage? Do you have an interesting story about, The Whiskey Song? Collin Segment 2 If your band was made up of super heroes, which hero would play your part in the band and why? If you could go back in time for a full year, and follow one band around, who would you follow and why? bench 1 question Think of your all time favorite album. One that you would listen to from 1st track to last. One that you would love to forget so that you could hear it again for the first time. Which album would it be? dave grohl? What is something that you fans would be interested to learn about you? Where can people find the Whelming Waters online? Bandcamp, iTunes, Amazon Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIPp9PY70FQ

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