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D.B. Djanco: Folk-Punk’s Evolving Musical Journey! PARS746
In this episode of the Pennsylvania Rock Show, Bill chats with Timothy Taylor and Nicholas Cooke, the creative minds behind D.B. Djanco. This unique DIY punk folk rock project, based in Morgantown, West Virginia, has quickly become known for its raw, energetic, and soul-stirring approach to music. Timothy and Nicholas blend punk intensity with folk-rock storytelling, bringing a fresh yet nostalgic vibe to the scene. Episode Highlights D.B. Djanco’s Origins: Hear how Timothy and Nicholas came together to form this eclectic project and the influences that shaped their sound. DIY Philosophy: The band discusses their commitment to the DIY ethos, from self-producing music to promoting shows and connecting with fans. Musical Influences and Themes: Discover the punk and folk rock artists that inspired D.B. Djanco, along with the themes they explore in their songwriting. Latest Releases and Projects: Insight into their latest tracks, what they’re currently working on, and what listeners can expect in the coming months. Featuring Music...
Eden on Fire Talks Debut Album ‘Unresolved’ & Party PARS745
Join us on the Pennsylvania Rock Show as we welcome Eden on Fire, an original symphonic power metal band hailing from Erie, PA. Formed in 2021 during the global pandemic, the band emerged from the creative vision of talented vocalist and keyboardist Amy Gould.
Exclusive Interview with Cynimatics: Inside the Music PARS744
The Cynimatics will be joining Bill on Episode 744 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show. Cynimatics is a band from Pittsburgh PA that combines the unlikely genres of 3rd wave ska and late 2000s neon era pop punk. Equal parts “Turn The Radio Off” by Reel Big Fish, and “Nothing Personal” by All Time Low if you will. The band performed regionally in Pennsylvania and the surrounding areas from 2013-2020 opening for some notable pop punk acts of the time such as Yellowcard, Carousel Kings, and Freshman 15 – as well as nationally touring bands on more of the ska side of things like Survay Says, The Supervillains, and Ballyhoo! Always trying to bridge the gap between the two mostly unrelated genres, the band made many connections in the scene and is still releasing music to this day. Their most recent album “Truancy, Anti-Poetry, and Other Stories” produced by Paul Menotiades (Punchline, The Composure) is out now and available on...
Dream the Heavy Talks New Single ‘Candy’ & More PARS743
On Episode 743 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show, Bill is joined by Dream the Heavy, Pittsburgh’s 2023 Best Local Album winners, as voted by Pittsburgh City Paper. The band recently released a new single titled “Candy” and has been making waves in the local music scene since their formation in early 2022. Dream the Heavy expressed their gratitude for the recognition, stating that they never imagined being recognized as top-rated in a city filled with so many incredible artists and creators. They credit their success to a combination of the right chemistry, hard work, significant investment in their craft, and a bit of luck. This recognition, voted on by their supporters, means the world to the band as they continue to pursue their passion for creating music that reflects life, love, and hope. In this episode, Bill and Dream the Heavy will discuss what’s been happening in the band since their last appearance, upcoming projects, and more about their...
The Parishables Discuss New ‘Pissed Off’ Music Video PARS742
On Episode 742 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show, Bill will be joined by Fridge Rock/Pantry Punk band The Parishables in support of their upcoming music video release for the song “I’m Pissed Off.” The story of The Parishables dates back to 1996 when frontman Brandon Parish and drummer EJ Novak first met in kindergarten, long before their dreams of performing in front of crowds ever took shape. During middle school, they picked up their instruments and formed their first band together, sparking their shared dream of making music. However, like many young projects, the band was short-lived, pushing them to develop their skills individually. EJ continued playing drums throughout high school, eventually forming bands and performing at local venues, though without major commercial success. Meanwhile, Brandon recorded original songs on cassette tapes and jammed with other small bands but eventually stepped away from the music industry, content to play on his own at home. Years later, fate reconnected the...
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The 3 Questions for Shock Frenzy What has been your most memorable moment while being a part of Shock Frenzy? If you could invite any musician to be featured on your next song, who would you contact and why? How, with line up changes and all the stuff they’ve been through for 12 years, how do they keep the creative process fresh, how do they go about writing new songs, and how do they handle that? asked by Jozey & the Corruption in episode #33 About the song, Fuel to Fire No One, its our first single and pretty obvious what its about…lol Its the first song that Jeff and I wrote for the band over a year ago and definitely the most popular at our shows! It has an old school rock riff with a Kiss or Alice Cooper type chorus. About Shock Frenzy Band Location: Cleveland, OH USA Band Genre: Hard Rock SHOCK FRENZY is a hard...
Jozey & the Corruption 3QS033
The 3 Questions for Jozey & the Corruption What is the strangest thing that ever happened to you on stage? If you were to go out on an international tour as the headliner, what 2 opening bands would you bring with you? Bonus question – Taco Bell or Burger King What did you do to stay creative during this quarantine time? asked by Brady Novotny in episode 032 About the song, No One No One, its our first single and pretty obvious what its about…lol Its the first song that Jeff and I wrote for the band over a year ago and definitely the most popular at our shows! It has an old school rock riff with a Kiss or Alice Cooper type chorus. About Jozey & the Corruption Band Location: AKron, OH USA Band Genre: Sleeze Rock JTC is a high energy, dirty, sleazy three chord driven hard rock trio, straight from the Rust Belt and the Rubber...
Brady Novotny 3QS032
The 3 Questions for Brady Novotny Due to the current stay-at-home orders in Pennsylvania, we’ve all adapted our daily lives. I personally have resorted to adding video to my podcasts and teaching from my kitchen, How has the situation altered your career as a musician? If they were going to make a cartoon episode about Brady Novotny, the musician, which cartoon series would do it, and what character would play you? What was the first song you ever heard your wife sing, and if you want to tell the story with time and place, etc – asked by Utah from Noble Hops in Episode 31 The Song: Heart’s Fire Inspired by the view of the red rocks. It has some interesting instrumentation combinations. So it starts off with bongos but the guitar is in drop tuning creating a heavy sound but against the bongo rhythm. About Brady Novotny Brady Novotny started playing the guitar at the age of 10....
Noble Hops 3QS031
The 3 Questions for Utah Burgess You have been a part of the music scene as far back as I can remember both as an artist and a business owner. What do you believe the scene needs the most to allow more bands to succeed? If you were going to create a super group from your scene to manage, who would be in it and why? What makes your hops so noble? asked by Frank Vieira on episode 30 About the song, The Amish Ninja The Amish Ninja. It’s about a local legend known as Eli the Amish Ninja, and is based on true events from a Memorial Day Weekend camping trip. About Noble Hops Band Location: AK Valley, PA USA Band Genre: Acoustic, Beer Founding member Utah Burgess, along with original member Ed Hughes, wasted no time hitting the local circuit playing an eclectic mix of cover songs to a steady growing fan base. After playing at an...
Frank Vieira 3QS030
The 3 Questions for Frank Vieira How has the recent life shutdown affected you as an artist, and what adjustments have you made to keep yourself in the minds of your fans? What is something about playing country music in Pittsburgh that you would want artists who have not been here to know? Where is your last name from, and what are some of your influences as a country artist? asked by Nocion in episode 029. Bonus Question: What would I hear if I played one off your songs backwards? About the song, Heart Broke Heart Broke is the act of going broke following your heart. “If these feelings were dollars, I’d spend em all on you”. It is the 2nd radio single from Frank Vieira following the success of Fill It Up, which peaked at #89 on the music row chart. Heart Broke is 2:43 of ear candy and hooks. About Frank Vieira Band Location: Pittsburgh, PA USA...
nocion 3QS029
Nocion‘s MJ and David conquer 3 Questions and a Song Episode 29! Let’s say I tag along with Nocion on your next tour, what bands would the soundtrack between shows contain. You have a new album in the works, how far off is that release, what can we expect to hear on that album compared to your first 2, and where will it be available for our listeners to purchase? Bonus Question: What is something people would be surprised to learn about each of you? Do you find being in PR kind of on an island unto its own makes it challenging to reach the rest of the world? asked by Reality Suite in Episode 028 About the Song: The Grave The Grave and/or Bridges Collide. The Grave deals with the horrors of child trafficking and sexploitation/sale of organs, while Bridges Collide is basically a love story gone awry. About the Band: Nocion Location: San Juan, PR Band Genre:...
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Right On Warriors: Pittsburgh’s Punk-Metal Rock Show Debut! PARS747
On this episode of the Pennsylvania Rock Show, Bill welcomes Pittsburgh’s own Right On Warriors, a high-energy five-piece blending punk grit with heavy metal intensity. Making their show debut, the Right On Warriors bring their rebellious sound and raw energy to the forefront, discussing the roots, influences, and evolution of their music. Meet the Right On Warriors: Get to know the band members and learn about their journey through Pittsburgh’s music scene and how punk and metal have shaped their sound. Influences & Inspirations: The Warriors share some of the key punk and metal bands that inspire their hard-hitting, uncompromising music style. Music, Message, & Mission: Discover the themes that drive their lyrics and the spirit of rebellion and resilience behind their songs. What’s Next: Hear about the band’s upcoming shows, new music releases, and their plans for the future. Join us for Episode 747 as Right On Warriors bring Pittsburgh punk-metal to the Pennsylvania Rock Show. This is...