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Matt Sedlak on Neostem’s Unique Rock Fusion PARS729

Tune in to Episode 729 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show as Bill sits down with Matt Sedlak of Neostem, a dynamic rock band from Pittsburgh, PA. Neostem’s music blends elements from the past with a modern twist, creating a unique and compelling sound that has been captivating audiences. In this episode, you’ll get an inside look at Neostem’s journey, their creative process, and what inspires their music. Matt will share insights into the band’s upcoming shows, including their performances on 7/13 at Dogrock in Cleveland, 8/17 at Southpark with Hepcat Dilemma, and 11/22 at the Squirrel Hill Sports Bar. Stay connected with Neostem on their Facebook page for updates and more information: Neostem. Join us for an engaging conversation with Matt Sedlak, exploring Neostem’s past, present, and future in the rock music scene. Discover what sets this Pittsburgh-based band apart and why they are a must-listen for rock enthusiasts. Don’t miss Episode 729 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show!

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UPRISING: Pittsburgh’s New Hardcore Punk Wave PARS728

UPRISING is a working class hardcore punk band from Pittsburgh, PA that formed in 2023. Its members include Bala Rise on vocals and guitar, Eve Unruley on lead guitar, D.B. Lawless on bass, and Eli Mignogna on drums. They released a demo tape consisting of 4 rage-filled political punk tracks in 2023 when they were under the name “Bala Rise and the Uprising”. Their official debut single “You Made Us Too” released in March of 2024 with an album in the works set to release later this year.

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3 Leagues to Rome: Exploring the EP ‘Tolerance Is Dead’ PARS727

Join us for an exciting episode of the Pennsylvania Rock Show, Episode 727, featuring the dynamic 5-piece rock band from Pittsburgh, PA, known as 3 Leagues to Rome. Dive into the world of this talented group as we explore their latest EP, “Tolerance Is Dead,” recorded at The Vault Studio in Pittsburgh and produced, engineered, mixed, and mastered by Dave Hillis. Discover their powerful new single, “Dying Day,” released on January 20, 2024, which showcases their distinctive sound and musical evolution. Learn about 3 Leagues to Rome’s journey, from their humble beginnings to their current endeavors, including their recent electrifying performance at the Millvale Music Festival. Tune in to hear firsthand about the band’s creative process, influences, and upcoming events. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with 3 Leagues to Rome and delve into their captivating blend of rock music. Stay updated with 3 Leagues to Rome: Facebook: 3 Leagues to Rome Spotify: 3 Leagues to Rome Join us for an engaging conversation...

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Overload in Stereo PARS726

Formed in the Pittsburgh, PA, area in 2020, Overload in Stereo is a three-piece rock band known for their electrifying blend of hard rock, rock, and pop-rock. The band consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Jesse Reynolds, bassist Joshua King, and drummer Josh Broge.

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Choshek PARS725

Choshek is an eclectic alt-rock band fueled by a unique blend of spacious melodies, tight rhythms, progressive undertones, and linear song arrangements. With a passion for storytelling,

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Dead Horse Branding: Rick Caballo PARS724

At Dead Horse branding, we are an award-winning PR and Marketing firm in Nashville, Tennessee. We create, design, and refine the many elements of brands, bringing together each moving piece to ensure the brand will strike the right chord every time. Branding is an identity developed via our DH7 formula; strategic planning, logo / image design, photography / visual assets, website, marketing / social media, publicity and licensing. We build an image and promote the brand all under one roof. Our branding abilities help us to work across a multi-range of industries, including fashion, music, entertainment, culinary, interior design, business, franchises, construction and many more.

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Vincenzo Grieco 3QS017

Three questions for Vincenzo Grieco – Episode 017 Can you tell me about the moment that you realized you wanted to play the guitar? You can pick 1 album that you’ve already heard to erase the memories of having heard it, and go back to listen to it like it’s the first time again. What would it be?  When I was looking through his music and all the places he has played, what is the one thing that he just can’t live without when he is on the road? – asked by Bastion’s Wake in Episode 016 The Song: Misleading lights of town “Misleading lights of town” is the title track from Vincenzo Grieco’s first album. It’s about a person who’s driving late at night in a big city, trying to escape from the sense of fear in his mind. While driving, he realizes that all the lights that he sees are not going to comfort him. The imaginary...

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Bastion’s Wake 3QS016

Three questions for ėVė and Derelith October – Episode 016 If I found a picture of Bastion’s Wake in my social studies book, what would that page be about? If there was one thing that you could tell your potential fans about your band, what would it be How did the steampunk aesthetic come about The Song: Claudia The song is Claudia. A multilayered track featuring low guitars, Symphonic elements, and densely layered vocals. The song tells the story of the Anne Rice’s child vampire of the same name. Band biography Based out of Delaware, Bastion’s Wake has come on to a music scene saturated with dad shorts, and brought back the magic and theatre of a live show. With dipping into every style of music, lights, and video shows, they pour every ounce of creativity they can muster into to everything they do. About Bastion’s Wake Band Location: Nowhere, DE USA Band Genre: Cinematic Metal Their first album,...

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Night’s Edge – Edge of the World 3QS015

Three questions for Brian Haran – Episode 015 If a band from SWPA was doing a mini-tour and would be coming through Baltimore, what advice would you give them? If there is an apocalyptic event and only one Night’s Edge song will survive along with a handful of people, which song do you think should survive and why? If you could pick any of the big tours you want to be on, which one would you pick to be on and why? – asked by Lou Lombardi on Episode 014 The Song: Edge of the World Edge of the World is the second single from our debut album “Shades of Dusk” and is a good representation of the diverse sound that Night’s Edge brings. It’s a mix of chugging metal, gothic keys, and dancy drums that creates a very distinct atmosphere that is the band’s own. Band biography If you threw a banger in a haunted house, NIGHT’S EDGE...

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Lou Lombardi – Where Have All The Acid Queens Gone 3QS014

Three questions for Lou Lombardi – Episode 014 Some of my listeners may know you as the host of The Loudini Rock & Roll Circus Podcast, can you tell us about how the show came about and how it affects you personally as a musician? (Joann Quinn Smith’s Positively Pittsburgh Live!) If you could go back in time and spend 1 year following any band around without changing history, which band would you follow and why? I really like it when people talk about their live show memories because I feel like the craziest stuff happens. So I wanted to know, what’s a really great live show memory that you have? – asked by Marina of Echoheart in Episode 013 The Song: Where Have All The Acid Queens Gone? Where Have All The Acid Queens Gone is a song about the days of psychedelic exploration. I wrote it to commemorate that era and also to say that we have...

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Echoheart – Void 3QS013

Three questions for Marina Heath – Episode 013 What is one thing that you love about the local scene in Maryland, and one thing that you hate? Has the transition from a trio to a duet caused any changes to how your originals are played? How long does it usually take you to write and record a song? – asked by Derek Davis formerly of Babylon A.D. in Episode 012 The Song: Void We wrote this song when we thought that the band might fall apart. We were just off the heels of releasing and touring our previous EP when our guitarist needed to step back from the project. This song is all about grieving the good times and preparing for what’s about to come. It’s about trying to approach your pain positively and rebuild instead of wallowing in sadness over what you once had. About Echoheart Band Location: Rockville, MD USA Band Genre: Indie Rock Echoheart is a...

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Derek Davis 3QS012

Three questions for Derek Davis – Episode 012 How has your writing process changed from the beginning when you were working with Babylon A.D. and now when you are doing your solo work? – asked by Micah Martin in Episode 11 Have you ever had a really embarrassing moments on stage that you wouldn’t mind sharing with the fans? Having been signed to Arista and Frontiers Records, what kind of advice would you give to an artist that is starting today? The Song: Mississippi Mud This song was written quite a few years ago when he first started playing slide guitar. He thought is sounded muddy, kinda like Lynyrd Skynyrd and Foreigner. It is almost like a biography of when he started playing music. Listen to hear a more in depth description. About Derek Davis Band Location: Oakland, CA USA Band Genre: Blues/Soul/Funk/Rock Derek Davis, Songwriter and Frontman for former ‘Arista Records’ and ‘Frontiers Records‘ rock band ‘Babylon A.D.‘...

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