the Pennsylvania Rock Show

Tonight on the Pennsylvania Rock Show, host Bill welcomes Pittsburgh nu-metal powerhouse  GUIDES  to discuss the recent May 13th release of their explosive new singles, “ DRAIN ” & “ Failure/Defines .” Emerging from the thriving Pittsburgh heavy music scene, GUIDES continues to build momentum with a sound that combines the textured aggression of classic nu-metal with the emotional intensity an...

Episode 832 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show shines a spotlight on Pennsylvania rock band Keltari as host Bill welcomes the band for an in-depth conversation about their musical journey, creative evolution, and the release of their powerful new EP, Beautiful Disaster. Keltari’s story began in 2019 when brothers Logan Johnson and Levi Johnson joined forces to create original music driven by passion, d...

Episode 831 Part 2 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show welcomes acclaimed Nashville-based blues-rock artist Trevor Finlay to celebrate the release of his brand-new single, "Shut The Hell Up." Host Bill sits down with the veteran musician, songwriter, producer, and session player to discuss a remarkable career spanning more than three decades in the music industry. Trevor Finlay has earned his...

Episode 831 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show welcomes acclaimed Nashville-based blues-rock artist Trevor Finlay to celebrate the release of his brand-new single, "Shut The Hell Up." Host Bill sits down with the veteran musician, songwriter, producer, and session player to discuss a remarkable career spanning more than three decades in the music industry. \Trevor Finlay has earned his reputa...

Episode 830 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show features an outdoor interview with  The Jaded Lips , recorded live at Mammoth Fest on May 31, 2026, at Mammoth Park. Host Bill sits down with the Altoona-based rock band to discuss their newest single,  “ Karma ,”  released on June 5th and now available on all major streaming platforms. Known for their energetic performances and authentic approach to songw...

Tonight’s episode of the Pennsylvania Rock Show pulls back the curtain on the real world of being a working musician. Host Bill welcomes Mike Metzger, better known as Memphis Mike, for a brutally honest conversation about surviving and thriving in the underground music scene. This is not the polished social media version of rock and roll. This is the reality of long drives, broken-down vans, late-...

Episode 828 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show takes listeners directly into the heart of the Millvale Music Festival as Bill spends Day 2 capturing live gig photography and conducting spontaneous street interviews with musicians, bands, and artists from across the independent music scene. This special festival edition of the Pennsylvania Rock Show delivers an authentic behind-the-scenes look at one of...

Episode 827 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show features Shiva Skydriver, the dynamic rock duo from Mount Pleasant consisting of vocalist and bassist Kelsey James and guitarist Ed Skero. In this episode, host Bill sits down with the band to discuss their musical evolution, the meaning behind the name Shiva Skydriver, their songwriting process, and the journey leading up to the release of their upcoming...

Episode 826 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show features bands  Burnt Santa  and  IntoxXxication , as host Bill dives into the history, rebirth, and continuing legacy of these underground projects . Founded in the 1990s by longtime collaborators Anthony Zangara and Henry Ray Branch, Burnt Santa became known for its dedication to blues rock. Anthony and Henry served as the primary songwriters behind the...

Episode 825 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show features singer, guitarist, and songwriter  Brian Loosz , a longtime performer from the Mon Valley region of Western Pennsylvania. Brian joins host Bill to discuss his decades-long journey through the regional music scene, his evolution as a guitarist, and his continued passion for performing live music across Pennsylvania. A lifelong resident of the Mon V...

Episode 824 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show features acclaimed singer-songwriter and visual storyteller Cathleen Ireland , a longtime fixture in the  Pittsburgh music scene  whose work has gained international recognition in both songwriting and music video production. Host Bill welcomes Cathleen for an in-depth conversation about her career as an  independent artist, songwriter, and filmmaker , exp...

Episode 823 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show features independent country music artist Gary Pratt , a respected voice in the modern independent country music scene based in  Pittsburgh . Host Bill sits down with Gary Pratt to talk about his journey through the independent country music world, the songwriting stories behind his music, and how he has built a strong and loyal fan base through years of t...

Episode 822 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show features Pittsburgh metal band The Apotrope , a rising force in the Pittsburgh metal scene known for blending groove metal, death metal, and melodic brutality into a powerful and immersive sound. Host Bill sits down with The Apotrope to discuss their formation, musical influences, songwriting process, and their mission to deliver a crushing live experience...

Episode 821 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show features singer, bassist, and songwriter  RC Allison , also known as Michael C. Milligan. Host Bill dives into RC’s lifelong journey through music, from his early inspirations to his experiences performing on the South Jersey club circuit and developing his own songwriting voice. Born in Collingdale, Pennsylvania, a suburb of  Philadelphia , RC Allison’s p...

Episode 820 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show features rising young singer-songwriter Laura Rullo from Greensburg, Pennsylvania. At just 15 years old, Laura is already building an impressive resume in the  Western Pennsylvania independent music scene , performing nearly one hundred live shows in a single year and expanding her reach across multiple states. Laura joins host Bill for an in-depth convers...

Episode 819 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show features Pittsburgh hard rock band Mimic , as they celebrate the release of their  first original single, “Shadowbox.”  Host Bill sits down with the band to discuss their evolution from a high-energy cover band to original recording artists in the  Pittsburgh music scene . Formed in 2022, Mimic has quickly built a reputation as a versatile and crowd-pleasi...

The Pennsylvania Rock Show Episode 818  features a powerful interview with  SALVASIN , a hard-hitting rock band from  Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania , celebrating the release of their brand new single,  “DEGENERATES,” released February 13th . In this episode, host Bill dives deep into the origins, evolution, and future of  SALVASIN . Formed in the early 2000s by guitarist  James  and drummer  Eric , SAL...

Episode 817 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show  welcomes back  Ryan Dowden , founder of  Shellshock Multimedia , for a wide-ranging conversation about independent filmmaking, multimedia production, and the intersection of music, film, and storytelling. Ryan Dowden returns to the show to discuss his latest creative project: a newly completed  Batman  inspired short film that has recently wrapped product...

The Pennsylvania Rock Show Episode 816 welcomes Moonshine Vagabonds , the powerful musical union of Craig Veltri and Megan Pennington —two decorated veterans of their craft who have each built strong reputations in the independent and regional music scene before coming together to create something deeply personal and authentic. Both Craig Veltri and Megan Pennington have appeared on The Pennsylvan...

The Pennsylvania Rock Show Episode 815  features an intense and forward-thinking conversation with  Seethe , an emerging force blending  Nu Metal revival energy with modern Trap Metal production . This episode dives deep into the evolution of heavy music, the resurgence of early 2000s influences, and how today’s underground artists are reshaping aggressive soundscapes. Seethe  delivers  emotional...

Episode 811 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show  features the  Derek Woods Band , a genre-blending, road-tested ensemble celebrating over a decade of music, touring, and evolution. Formed in 2012 in Los Angeles, California following Derek Woods’ solo debut in 2011, the Derek Woods Band has grown into a powerful, tight-knit group now proudly based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In 2025, the band marks its...

Episode 813 of The Pennsylvania Rock Show features an in-depth and wide-ranging conversation with Suzie DiGregorio , a multifaceted Pittsburgh-based artist blending metal music, performance art, historical fencing, and immersive theatrical experiences into a singular creative vision. Host Bill welcomes Suzie to discuss her deep involvement in the historical fencing community , including an upcomin...

Episode 812 of The Pennsylvania Rock Show features an in-depth conversation with Mike Moscato of Rhyme of Silence, exploring the powerful intersection of musical history, modern production, and creative evolution within the independent rock scene. In this episode, Mike joins Bill to discuss how he and drummer Paul resurrected unreleased material originally recorded in the 1990s with their former b...

Episode 811 of The Pennsylvania Rock Show delivers a double-segment deep dive into the heart of the Pennsylvania independent music scene, featuring updates from Music from the 412, reflections on life after The Borstal Boys, and the continued evolution of Corners of Sanctuary and The Cosmick Voice Podcast. In Segment One, Bill sits down with Rocky LaMonde of Music from the 412 for a comprehensive...

Episode 810 of The Pennsylvania Rock Show features Erro , a genre-bending, female-fronted pop-rock collective rising out of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Led by singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Nikki Stagel , Erro is on a mission to prove that infectious, modern pop music can still be created organically, honestly, and without overproduction. Erro blends melodic warmth with the immediacy...