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The Fall of Me PARS611

DI Records artist, The Fall of Me, joins Bill to discuss their newest release among other interesting tidbits. Chelsea, Donny, & Paul answer Bill’s questions in this episode: Featuring music from: David Hipchen, Domenic, The Fall of Me, Helios Interview Segment 1 with The Fall of Me Where did the band name, The Fall of Me, come from? How did you pick your stage names? What would you sell your soul to the devil for? I’m driving your tour bus, what music am I going to play in between stops? What is the best pizza you’ve eaten because you’re in a band? What is a song that you didn’t write, that you wish you had? You come across a Delorean with a flashing flux capaciter, where are you going in time and what band are you visiting? If you could play a venue anywhere on Earth that isn’t really a venue, what would it be? What is something that has happened on stage that embarrassed you on stage? What is a guilty pleasure movie that you’ve watched a lot? Interview Segment 2 Who is your Dave Grohl? If you could meet your musical idol, but are limited to one question.. who are you meeting and what are you asking? If you were forming an all-star band from your local scene to manage, who would you put in the band? So what is going on with drummers? Can you pinpoint the moment when you knew you wanted to be a musician? Where can we find you online?

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Prime 8 PARS601

Prime 8 makes their debut on episode #601 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show. Featuring music from: SuperMonkey, Neostem, Prime 8, David Hipchen, Moonshine Jasmine Interview Session 1 with Prime 8 Tell us about The Big Break Contest and how you got involved and about the song, video, etc. We talk about Bill’s first impression/meeting with Sean. (haha) Sean tells an funny story about Neostem‘s front man and a stage. Tell me about an embarrassing moment a member of your band had on stage, but you have to talk about someone else in the band. You find a DeLorean, what band do you go back in time to hang out with for a year? What is a non-traditional venue that you’d like to play? What Prime 8 song should survive and apocalyptic event that happens, which of your songs should help re-populate the Earth? What is the best pizza you’ve had because you were in a band? Who is your Dave Grohl? You’re headed to Scranton in 2 weeks for round 2 of The Big Break, what will your sound track during the drive be? Interview Session 2 with Prime 8 If you’re musical idol sat down next to you and said you could only ask 1 question… who and what? What would you sale your soul to the devil for? What is your favorite gig that you played? Where does your mind go when you’re up on a stage? Who has been your biggest supporter as a musician? What is coming up for Prime 8? Where can the listeners listen to your music?

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Luke Weltz Band PARS581

Luke Weltz Band joins Bill to introduce themselves and their music to our listeners. Shout out to N’Stuff Music. Featuring music from: Seethe, End Bringer, Luke Weltz Band, Dan Getkin and the Twelve Six, (kaj), Transcendence Segment 1 with the Luke Weltz Band Please introduce yourselves. How did your band form? What is your favorite piece of equipment that you use on stage? Can you pinpoint the moment that you knew that you wanted to be a musician? If I went on a tour with you, what would the sound track between shows sound like? Who is your Dave Grohl? Segment 2 What is the coolest thing you’ve been involved in as a band member? If an apocalyptic event happens and only 1 song from every band survives, which of your songs would survive to re-populate the Earth? If I played your songs in reverse, what would I hear? If you can play with any band at any location, who would you play with and where? If you’re waiting at a crossroads for the devil, what would you be attempting to sell your soul for?

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hALF wHEEL & Miss Freddye PARS542

In episode 542 Bill speaks with Jazz from hALF wHEEL about their newest release, Good Days. He also chats with Miss Freddye about her newest single, Wade in the Water. featuring music from: 13Saints, Maleena, hALF wHEEL, Miss Freddye, Brad Abbott Segment 1 with hALF wHEEL Where is the pub that is on the album actually at? What is the concept of Good Days? How did you choose which songs you were going to cover for the album? Is the rock music scene dead? Can you tell us about the instrumentation on the album, off the air you were telling me about an instrument that I never heard of? Segment 2 with Miss Freddye You’ve also just won an award in Pittsburgh, can you tell us a little bit about that? I also saw that you’re doing a David Bowie tribute, what can you tell me about that? Who is your Dave Grohl? In other words, what band do you want to go up on stage with? What KISS character would you be? What is your favorite KISS song? Who is your favorite member of KISS? If you had the chance to sit down with your musical idol, who would you sit down with and what would you ask her? Tell us about your track, Wade in the Water. What is something about you that your fans probably don’t know and would be surprised to find out about you because it isn’t on your social media? Where can we find you online? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFzRbX0J8Z0

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4 For Fall PARS536

4 for Fall released their new Single “Sometimes Less is More” on February 8th! They join Bill on episode 536 to introduce themselves to you and that new track. Segment 1 with 4 for Fall Where did your band name, 4 for Fall, come from? Where is your band based out of, and how did you form? Can each of you tell me when you decided you would be in a band? Who would you want to open for, and where? What cartoon series would they put you in, and what character would play each of you? Tell me a story about the song Sometimes Less is More, please? Segment 2 What do you sing about? 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? Who is your Dave Grohl? If you could ask your #1 influence just 1 question about being a musician, what would it be? Can you share your social media links with us and any upcoming shows or events that you may have happening? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=saq40JbuIVE

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Black Ridge PARS534

Paul Cha and Mike Conrad of Black Ridge join Bill on episode 534 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show to talk about the band, rock for life, and more. Segment 1 with Black Ridge How has the pandemic affect your band? We chat a bit about Rock for Life, Matt Ferrante, and other scene history. Do you have any cool stories from the recording of the upcoming album, Beware? We talk Fubar‘s newest EP. Segment 2 with Paul & Mike Tell me about an embarrassing moment on stage… How did Paul Guerrini, get Bill in trouble? years ago… We talk about Paul’s contribution to Black Ridge. If we played a Black Ridge song backwards, what would we hear? If you could play with any musician in the history of the world and in between shows you could sit on a bench with them; who, what would you ask them, and where would you want to play? Who is your Dave Grohl? Why doesn’t Bill get recognized on stage at shows… well… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKjpcqpwj4s

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The Impersonators 3QS037

Tommi Tikka, of the Impersonators, takes his turn at 3 Questions and a Song If you could go back in time and follow a band around for a full year to learn from, who would it be and why? If you were able to go out and headline a tour, what bands would you want to open for you? Bonus Question: What album would you want to hear again for the very first time? Who exactly are you impersonating, and I kinda want to the know the story behind the Sad Cafe EP- asked by Matt Matigan of Psithurism in episode 036 About the Song, Cloud Nine “(It) started taking shape after a therapy session, during which I was made to reflect on what my role has been in pretty much each and every one of my relationships. Although it was hard to admit at first, I soon came to realize that I’ve always been the so called “designated driver,” the one who abstains from getting what he wants so those around him can be content.” He continues, “Unaware of my soul search, Antti sent me a beautiful poem about a couple growing old together. I remember reading it and laughing out loud, thinking I wouldn’t be able to write anything in that vein…and yet, the lyrics for the chorus were missing! A few days went by before I returned to the poem but as soon as I did, it hit me. Whether right or wrong, why not just write about what comes most naturally to me: trying to assure the happiness of the people I love. Before I knew it I had the words of the chorus figured out.” About the Impersonators Where to find them: Location: Finland Genre: Indie Rock Comprising Tom Tikka and lyricist Antti Autio, The Impersonators are just that: a duo which masquerades as a full band and does everything it can to defy convention – whether that being their insistence on avoiding touring or their songs, which home in on the warts-and-all gnarliness of love and real life. In fact, if one were to find a common theme that runs through the group’s entire catalog, it would probably be how life very seldom resembles or turns out like Disney fantasies. Despite their poignant lyrics, The Impersonators are still a joyous and sweet proposition, with their vocal harmonies and chiming chords harking back to such 60s pop majesties as The Beatles, The Byrds and The Beach Boys. Together with their secret weapon, producer Janne Saksa, The Impersonators craft their lyrics and melodies into retro-flavoured “alternative pop/rock”. While adding a modern twist to the final soundscape, their goal is to nurture and cultivate the creativity, spirit, and warmth that graced the pop records of yesteryears.

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