Six Bar Break joins us a few days after the new EP Release, Cleaner Than I feel. This is the second time that we talked to them, and I tried to keep the conversation as fresh as possible. You can find out some things that you might not know about the guys. You can learn about their favorite music websites, the Harrisburg scene, what they have been up since the last time that they were on the show, and more.
Read More Jon Worthy, Nashville recording artist and Pittsburgh Native joins Bill on episode 433 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show. I know what you’re thinking. The last episode was a signed band, BILL! Now you’re bringing in Nashville artists, have you lost your mind? Jon is on the show to discuss his upcoming date at Club Cafe on Saturday October 6, 2018.
Read More We took a bit of a detour this week and spoke with September from September Mourning. We started out talking a little bit about their current tour and where they’ve been and where they’re headed. We talked about the comic book aspect that is tied into the band’s image. It is around this time that we find out that the lead singer from The Art of Burning Bridges, Patrick Romanelli, is now the guitarist for September Mourning. The first of 2 eps for TOABB has entered the mixing phase with Ocean to Ash‘s Kris Kilohertz, while Pat is on tour. He plays the character Wraith. We also discussed how September got started in music (pop then rock), who supports her as a musician, endorsements, how long does it take her to get ready before a show, and when she decided she wanted to be a musician. We moved onto where the characters came from and how the comic book relates to the band and writing. We shifted gears to embarrassing moments on stage, or the lack thereof. Where does September discover new music? Who is a “new to her” band, that she is really into? We talk about the hip hop, country, and rock scenes and how they are different. How does the Pittsburgh Rock Scene compare to others around the world? She talks about the band/promoter relationship as well.
Read More 4/5 of the band Oceans to Ash joined Bill on episode 432 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show. They introduced themselves and their new single to our listeners. Speaking of the single, you can get it for free on their bandcamp page! Segment 1: What is the meaning behind Oceans to Ash? Which Oceans to Ash song would the band want to survive the apocalypse? (and apparently the 4 Horseman showed up when it should have been global warming) Ever wonder what bands influenced them? Tune in to find out! The band talks about their upcoming shows, see below. Christian told us about the song Victim to the Algorithm Segment 2: You can download the single, Victim to the Algorithm on bandcamp page! Why don’t they like Tumblr? If we played Victim to the Algorithm backwards, what would we hear? They get really in-depth on this one. Embarrassing moments on stage? What internationally touring band would you want to open for, and at what venue? The band talks about the goals for the future and what venues they would like to get into. Oceans to Ash talk about what they love about the scene and what the would love to change, and the changes they wish for we’ve heard many times on the show. Kris talks about why live streaming your shows is probably a bad idea. What about you would surprise your fans?
Read More Nate Kepner of Shrouded in Neglect made is first trip to the Pennsylvania Rock Show tonight, and yes ladies and gentleman, that means this is a metal show! We talked about where the band name came from (this was a new one for me) and how the band formed. We talked about a few other metal bands from the scene both early on and later in the show. We moved on to Nate’s influences which include but are not limited to Michael Jackson and Justin Timberlake. (Okay maybe he mentions some metal bands and 90’s alternative bands, too). We then talked a little bit about the local band skell and Rock for Life this past weekend. Nate then tells us about his favorite local bands and we talked about our mutal friend at First Angel Media. He tells us about their song Here Goes the Lights off of their sophmore release Kill All Humans, which we played during the break along with Everything’s Fine by skell. Segment 2: At the beginning of the second segment, Nate talks about searching the Pittsburgh bands to get some great new music. We fan girled it a little and talked about the Penguins and Steelers. Once we got back on track, we talked about Nate’s favorite venues to play at and some of the big name bands (and influencers, is that a word?) that he has played with at the Altar Bar. We also talked about embarrassing situations that have happened to him on Altar Bar’s stage. Which Shrouded In Neglect song would Nate want to represent his band if only one of their songs could survive the apocalypse? Here’s a hint, it comes off of their EP, The Haunting. We find out a little bit about 10 year old Nate and the violin… and a bit more about why he became a musician. What band would he want to open for and at what venue? What does he love about the PGH scene and what does he hate? What would we hear if we listened to Shrouded In Neglect backwards?
Read More Joey Conner of Tilted Shadows returns to the show to talk about his upcoming solo album. We talked about his playing guitar for musicals. Joey talked about his upcoming solo recording and how it came about. He talks about how the EP will be distributed and how it was recorded. Segment 2 We talked about upcoming shows for Tilted Shadows, David Hipchen (apparently the whole band haha) Acoustic Joey talks about playing Deutschtown Music Festival twice in one day. He also talks about playing in a rock band as a younger person. We talk about Dave abusing Joey with his guitar and other embarrassing moments that happen on stage. What would we hear if we play a Tilted Shadows song backwards? Joey tells us which song he would like to survive the Apocalypse and represents his band for the rest of history. Joey gives an update on my general questions that I’ve asked him before: who are his biggest influences. Joe divulges what his favorite music related website is. What is one thing that potential fans should know about Tilted Shadows? Dave Grohl?!? Who are Joey’s favorite local bands? and why? Also, Joey is kinda a fan of former skell singers, but didn’t know it.
Read More Alter the Design dropped by to catch up with what’s been going on with them since we last spoke to them. We talk about which song they would like to survive the apocalypse. We talk very quickly about about Rock for Life 19. What would an Alter the Design song sound like backwards? forward? What would you tell a potential fan to get them to come to a show? How do you keep fans that you’ve already gained? (If you have the kitty pic, you might want to hide it.) What is Alter the Design‘s preshow ritual? Does Justin help load in and out, or does he just bring his mic? What is one thing you like and dislike about the scene? We talk about the venue/band saturation of the South Side. …bands from the 90’s that you hate? or since then? In the second segment with Alter the Design, we discussed: Alter the Design as Iron Maiden? ATD talks about embarrassing moments on stage. We talk about their upcoming shows (see below) We talked a bit about vinyl records. DO NOT watch KISS Meets the Phantom, but if ATD debuts their music video at the Riverside Drive In, you should watch it! What international band would you want to open for and where? (You won’t believe this answer) Bill talks about giving up caffeine almost a year and a half ago. Justin asks Bill what they should call their new CD.
Read More Robbie Perrone of East End, Adrenaline 101 radio, & Endeavor After, LLC stopped by to talk about Gigaroo, East End, and his shirt business. We talked a little bit about Robbie quitting cigarettes and vaping. Robbie talks about how Bill convinced him to let Bill design his website. Robbie takes a moment to thank the bands that have already purchased shirts through his company. We talked about the Hellfire Club recording last week. Robbie talks about the honor of playing Rock for Life Concert Series shows and the charity. Make sure to mark yourself going on the Facebook Event. It was at this point that Robbie tells us that Gigaroo is officially the final East End peformance and Robbie announces that he is going to be in a Spice Girls tribute Band?!? Robbie talks about the fact that they never told the new guitarist that he was really part of the band. They also will have fill in drummer for Gigaroo, Sean Melvin of Raising Mother Kane. Robbie talks about how celebrities should realize that they are there to entertain, not push political ideals. Bill also gave a shout out to Superheroes Believe in Miracles and their upcoming benefit concert on July 21st.
Read More On episode 425 Mark McCarty of Rat Rod joins Bill to introduce us to both his band and the Philadelphia music scene. Discussed in segment #1: Is there a space in the band name, where did the name come from, & what car does the grill belong to? We talked about “old” cars. We talked about the band and their album, Do You Remember Rock and Roll. What internationally touring band would you want to open for, and where? Mark told us about their song, The Fool. Mark and Bill discussed these topics in segment 2: What music is in Mark’s music collection? Mark tells us who supports him the most in his musical endeavors. We find out a little bit about the Philadelphia Music Scene, including Mark’s favorite local venue. We also find out about the moment that Mark realized he wanted to be in a band. What is something that Rat Rod fans would be surprised to know about Mark? What Rat Rod song do you want to survive forever? Rock and Roll’s embarrassing moments… Mark names 5 bands from his scene that he loves. What would you tell potential fans about your band? Tell us about your upcoming shows.
Read More Nate from Stone Cold Killer makes his first appearance on episode 424 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show. Segment 1: Nate tells us about the band’s upcoming CD, Behind Bars, and CD release show at Cattivo on Saturday June 23, 2018 featuring Some Kind of Animal and Horus Maze. It is $15 the day of or $12 in advance and gets you a FREE copy of “Behind Bars” w/ Digital download, a FREE SCK button and sticker of your choice, & a MELTED FACE!!! He also tells us about their upcoming (Friday 6/21/18) visit to the WDVE Coffeehouse on the morning show. We find out what a Stone Cold Killer song played backwards might sound like in comparison to the Beatles. We talk about which song of Stone Cold Killer should be the one to survive the apocalypse. Nate describes the song writing process for Stone Cold Killer. We also find out how the album title came about. Nate tells us about the instruments that he plays and Bill talks about his son’s instruments. We also find out what songs Nate played guitar on, well sort of (someone remind him)… and how the album was recorded over a bit of time. Bill throws out a shoutout to the Iron City Rocks podcast, and then Nate gives us a brief description of the song Steelechase Blues. Segment 2 We start off with Nate telling you where you can get your copy of Behind Bars, and where and when the band’s upcoming shows are. Bill takes a moment to mention Devil Inside Promotion’s upcoming 1 year anniversary show featuring: Reign of Z, OverMyDeadBody, Echoheart, and Haven State. We learn about an embarrassing moment that Nate had on stage at the Smiling Moose. Bill asked Nate when he knew he wanted to be in a band, so we find out a bit about his musical history. Nate tells us 2 of his favorite bands from the scene.
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