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The Band Book

February 24, 2017 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:57:22 Comments Off on The Band Book

Heath makes his first appearance on the Pennsylvania Rock Show to talk about his new book, The Band Book. He gives us a glimpse into his how-to book for bands. He talks about everything from e-mail lists, websites, and more. The book touches on everything you can think about including creating your setlists, stage setup, lighting, recording cds, press kits… if you can think of it, it is in there. He also provides many websites and resources for you to go along with his suggestions. Heath offers many, many tips and hints in this episode. Tune in to hear them! About The Band Book Author Heath Kipp has worked in just about every aspect of the music business for over 30 years. He has played in more than 13 bands, performed on 5 studio-recorded CDs, and secured an opening act spot for the jazz great Ramsey Lewis. He’s also worked as an audio engineer for numerous recordings and as a successful booking agent and promoter for a variety of bands. Heath has a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications and Media Studies from the University of Pittsburgh with a Minor in Music. His studies were focused in Mass Media, Marketing and Advertising. He also earned an Associate’s Degree in Music Business and Audio/Video Production from The Art Institute of Pittsburgh, with major focus on Audio Recording and Live Production, Artist Development, Booking and Promotion. We also debut 2 tracks off of the soon to be released skell ep entitled “Everything’s Fine” The ep contains the last 4 recorded tracks from Keith Kweder. The Band Book: Official Website The Band Book: Facebook Veteran musician Heath Kipp pens a how-to book for up and coming bands REX RUTKOSKI | Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017, 9:00 p.m. The Band Book by Heath Kipp My rating: 5 of 5 stars The book touches on everything you can think about including creating your setlists, stage setup, lighting, recording cds, press kits… if you can think of it, it is in there. He also provides many websites and resources for you to go along with his suggestions. Heath offers many, many tips and hints for bands that are trying to make money at what they love doing. View all my reviews

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Under the Bridge with skell

February 17, 2017 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:48:57 Comments Off on Under the Bridge with skell

Mike gives us some insight on his former and Whiskey High, current bands skell and Dimwit. He told us about life within the band since the passing of their drummer Keith Kweder and the EP that they plan on releasing at Kwederfest that features Keith on drums called, Everything is Fine. We talked about how After the Fall wrote a song dedicated to Keith and loss, as well as their taking the lead on creating and running Kwederfest to keep Keith in our memories. He also talked about the loss of Terry McCoy from Bled Zeppelin. He gave us some inside information on Pat “Bones” Bono’s haitus from music, and about Pat’s exit from skell and how much of an amazing effort he had put in for the band.   Mike also announces that the original skell drummer, Richie Palone, will be playing for Kwederfest, one time only. Keith’s dad’s band will also be playing that night. To hear what else was discussed, you’ll need to tune in! Subscribe: iTunes | MixCloud | Android | Email | Google Play | TuneIn | RSS | More Songs Played: Terachain Sky – 6 String skell – Haven’t Decided Yet (kaj) – The Walls Give us some Feedback:

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The Art of Being a Front Man PYS003

January 14, 2017 Build the Scene All Podcasts, Throwdown 1:34:10 Comments Off on The Art of Being a Front Man PYS003

Doug Carnahan of After the Fall comes on episode #3 of Podcast your Scene: Throwdown to join Bill, Brian, and John and discuss what it is like to be a front man. Bill asked the boys the following questions: Are the monitors really always as bad as you guys think they are on stage? How would you have handled the situation that Mariah Carey was in on New Year’s Eve? When did you know you wanted to sing in a rock band, and why? In each of your eyes, what do you believe it takes to be the front man of a rock band? Have you ever made a decision to do a stunt on stage that you realize that maybe you shouldn’t have done that and lost your place in the song? Do you have any embarrassing stories from you time in bands? What is your favorite part about being in the spotlight and being the front man of your band? If there was one thing that you wanted your fans to know, what would it be? The guys told some very interesting road stories, as well as, information from each of their respective backgrounds. At one point, they talk about finding the correct woman that understands what you have to be as a front man to be able to keep your personal and band relationships in check. The guys also talked little bit about their respective scenes. We also did a little bit of a biography of Tony Marinacci which will lead us into next month’s episode of Podcast Your Scene: Throwdown, where we will be talking about the state of local entertainment. This was an annual thing that Tony wrote for his website. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jUxdtXrCJ6U Give us some Feedback: Subscribe, Review, & Rate us on iTunes Subscribe, Review, & Rate us on MixCloud Subscribe, Review, & Rates us on Google Play E-mail: feedback@buildthescene.com Call Us: 724-568-7018 Join Our Mailing List

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Rock for Life Concert Series

April 27, 2016 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:19:38 Comments Off on Rock for Life Concert Series

In this episode, Bill sits down with Matt Ferrante, co-founding member of the Rock for life Concert Series, to discuss the history of the show and how it has evolved over the years into a concert series. They discuss topics such as: how a recipient is picked, what people can do to help out, how bands can play the shows, & upcoming shows. Matt also let’s everyone know the costs of both the indoor and outdoor shows, as well as, what a qualified guest means. All in all, this is a very informative discussion about the Rock for life organization and concert series. It is the mission of Rock for Life to provide financial support to needy individuals residing in Western PA who are suffering from life threatening diseases. Rock for Life sponsors music festivals and other music-related and general fundraising events to raise the monies necessary to support its purpose. Rock for Life’s Past Recipients 2016 – 17 – TBD 2015 – 16 – Sydney Brison & Leeland Wensel 2014 – 15 – Abby Bowser 2013 – 14 – Alicia Hruby 2012 – 13 – Brittani Kemerer 2011 – 12 – Wesley Zablocki 2010 – 11 – Aaron Jones 2009 – X – Savanah Robledo 2008 – 9 – Mikey McCulley 2007 – 8 – David Heidel 2006 – 7 – Owen Hunter 2005 – 6 – Alexander Hooks 2004 – 5 – Jasmine Henry 2003 – 4 – The Helping Hands Society 2002 – 3 – Jonathan Beck 2001 – 2 – Christina Calendrella 2000 – 1 – Mark Gregory Official Rock for Life Concert Series Website Rock for Life’s Facebook Rock for Life’s Twitter Iselin Ballfield Give us some Feedback: Subscribe, Review, & Rate us on iTunes Subscribe, Review, & Rate us on MixCloud Subscribe, Review, & Rates us on Google Play E-mail: feedback@buildthescene.com Call Us: 724-568-7018 Join Our Mailing List Submit Your Own Music: Submission Form Book your Band: Booking Form Get our App: iPhone

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After the Fall: Still Here – Keith Kweder Memorial

July 31, 2015 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars 0:28:51 Comments Off on After the Fall: Still Here – Keith Kweder Memorial

This special edition of the Pennsylvania Rock Show, features an interview of Doug Carnahan from After the Fall. We discuss their new album “My Confession” that was just released on July 25th, and especially their song “Still Here” which is a memorial to the late, great Keith Kweder. Keith was the drummer for the bands Skell and Dimwit and a huge supporter of the Rock for Life Concert Series. Doug also dishes on starring in Chip DiMonick’s video for their song “You Ain’t Punk” and more! Mike Ekis – “So Keith got him and me tickets to see Boz Scaggs at the Chevy amphitheater, so we tailgate and head inside. We had great seats with no one in front of us, which is a good thing cause we were singing so loud we would have ruined the show for anyone who wanted to hear Boz sing. It was something we always did whether in our basements or at a venue. He is truly missed every day.”

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Silk9 & After the Fall

June 6, 2014 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars Comments Off on Silk9 & After the Fall

This month, we interviewed both Anthony Leone and Doug Carnahan about their bands’ new cd releases and many other questions that I was afraid to ask… kaj – I Deny the Pennsylvania Rock Show – Intro Xander Demos – Dancing Through Daggers Interview with Anthony Leone – segment 1 Silk9 – Tears After the Fall – Rumors KGB – Atomic Madman Interview with Anthony Leone – segment 2 After the Fall – Meant to Be Interview with Anthony Leone – Segment 3 Homicide Black – Church on the Hill Paradox Please – Singularity concert calender June and July 2014 Interview with Doug Segment 1 After the Fall – Fuckin’ Around Sickleeye – Rockabye Interview with Doug Segment 2 After the Fall – Remember the Time Hybrid – Falling KGB – Dead on Arrival Camp Element – Trauma

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FU Entertainment!

April 4, 2014 Build the Scene All Podcasts, pars Comments Off on FU Entertainment!

This month we spoke with Fred Ulmer from F.U. Entertainment about his story, his introduction to local music, how F.U. Entertainment got started & what it is, & Rock for Life. This Month’s Playlist: Homicide Black – Church on the Hill the Pennsylvania Rock Show – Intro Undermine the Common – Dying Gives Me Strength ** Interview Segment #1 w/ Fred Ulmer Second Empire – Fascination Leeja Stark – Novacaine Burning Earth – My Eyes Bleeding Camp Element – Raise the Sun ** Interview Segment #2 w/ Fred Ulmer After the Fall – Rumors Stratega – Insane ## John Lane – April/May Concert Calendar — Get Outta Town Intro Celtic Assault – Kama Loka www.CelticAssault.com Resolution 15 – New Security Measures Grand Fury – Last Day — End of GOT ** Interview Segment #3 w/ Fred Ulmer Ill Fated – Aggression skell – Havent Decided Yet Big House Pete – Ten years Gibraltar – Modern Day Warrior Basis – Flamethrower Deja Vudoo – Your God

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