Jim Price
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Joined: 07 Dec 2002
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Location: Altoona, PA
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 Posted: Sunday Apr 17, 2005 |
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Hello Everyone,
Here is the recap of the April 17 edition of Q94's weekly local music program, "The Backyard Rocker," which airs every Sunday night from 8 to 10 PM on WBRX 94.3 and WBXQ 94.7.
Thanks to our guest this week, Dustin Burley, for an entertaining and insightful two hours! A rapidly rising name on the Altoona music scene, Dustin informed us about his music and career to date, and his current performances as both a solo artist and in his new jam ensemble, Gin And Juice. We heard a number of songs from Dustin’s debut demo CD, and we heard Dustin perform a number of his original songs live on the air.
We also aired an interview with Dennie Huber, the organizer and emcee for the 15th Annual “Crazy Fest” Amateur Youth Talent Show. This year’s “Crazy Fest” takes place next Sunday afternoon, April 24, starting at 1 PM at the Greenwood Firehall in Altoona. “Crazy Fest” allows young amateur entertainers 21 and under the opportunity to sing, play or strut their stuff on stage and compete for trophies, awards and other prizes, plus showcase their talents in front of a friendly and supportive audience. Youngsters wishing to perform at “Crazy Fest” can obtain an application from Dennie Huber by calling (814) 942-2516.
In addition, we updated Local Music News, and reviewed the self-titled CD from Searching For Gladys on “The Professor’s CD Corner.” And we debuted new songs from Grinning Mob, Backstreet Law and Doug White. Needless to say, a busy week!
Here is this week’s playlist:
HOUR ONE:
KATSU – “Prison Break”
GRINNING MOB – “Black Walnut”
DUSTIN BURLEY – “Ball and Chain” (performed live on air)
DUSTIN BURLEY – “Broken Mirror”
BACKSTREET LAW – “Fallen”
DUSTIN BURLEY – “Yesterday” (performed live on air)
DUSTIN BURLEY – “Three Days”
SOUND DRIVEN – “Antelopium”
HOUR TWO:
NORMAN NARDINI – “Rock and Roll City”
DUSTIN BURLEY – “Illusions” (performed live on air)
DUSTIN BURLEY – “Mae”
SEARCHING FOR GLADYS – “Dysfunctional County”
DUSTIN BURLEY – “Autumn Blues” (performed live on air)
DUSTIN BURLEY – “The Crow”
DOUG WHITE – “This Is A Song”
DUSTIN BURLEY – “Asleep” (performed live on air)
DUSTIN BURLEY – “Anything For You”
This coming Sunday night, our guest in the studio will be one of the brightest names on the State College music scene, The Nightcrawlers. We’ll learn about The Nightcrawlers and their unique melting pot of musical sounds, plus hear tunes from their debut EP. We’ll also speak with Ed and Cathy from Get Closer To The Music about their upcoming music festival and workshop, happening April 30 at the Booker T. Washington Recreation Center in Altoona; plus we’ll report the results of the “Crazy Fest” Amateur Youth Talent Show during Local Music News. The Nightcrawlers and more, this Sunday night on the “Backyard Rocker!”
Forthcoming guests and specials include:
APR. 24 – The Nightcrawlers
MAY 1 – J.D. Strum
MAY 8 – Hierosonic
MAY 15 – Sidestep
MAY 22 – Shades Of June
MAY 29 – Memorial Day Special
JUNE 5 – Third Standard
JUNE 12 – Fisher Meehan (Drugmoney)
JUNE 19 – Fathers & Sons/Daughters of Local Music Special
JUNE 26 - Nitekast
JULY 3 – Millennium Music Conference Recap Special
JULY 17 – T.M.P.
JULY 24 – Crystal Cameron
JULY 31 – Cloud Party
AUG. 7 – Brothers & Sisters of Local Music Special
AUG. 14 – The Flame Sky (tentative)
SEPT. 4 – The Underground TV (“Music to the Masses” concert preview)
OCT. 2 – Project Twelve(34)
OCT. 9 – Acoustic Jam Special 4
OCT. 30 – Halloween Special
NOV. 6 – Michael Reich
NOV. 13 – John Charney
DEC. 18 – Fat Vinny & the Wiseguys
The “Backyard Rocker” is happy to announce its partnership with “The Underground TV,” the new local/regional music television show airing on WWCP-TV Fox 8 Saturday evenings at 6 PM. Check out “The Underground” as it features different unsigned local and regional bands every week; and watch for “Backyard Rocker” updates on the show each week as well!
For regular updates on what is happening on the area music scene, pay a visit to Rockpage (www.rockpage.org). Rockpage features band links, a message board, "Backyard Rocker" updates, the online 'zine publication "The Final Cut," and other local music scene information.
Bands and artists interested in having music aired on "The Backyard Rocker" are invited to send their broadcast-quality recordings to: WBXQ Radio, 4000 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602; ATTN: Jim Price. Or drop the recordings off at the station during regular business hours, Monday-Friday 9 AM - 5 PM.
Q94’s “Backyard Rocker” has been introducing listeners to the region’s best musical talent for over seven years, and we plan to do it for many more. Help guarantee the program’s future, and consider becoming an advertising sponsor of the “Backyard Rocker.” If your business involves music, a “Backyard Rocker” sponsorship can get your message in front of listeners interested in music. To inquire about becoming a sponsor of the “Backyard Rocker,” call Diane Boslet during regular business hours at (814) 944-9320, or email diane@wbxq.com.
Jim Price
In Local Music News…
If you are a fan of singer-songwriters, you’ll want to mark the weekend of June 11-12 down on your calendar. That is the weekend for the 4th annual PA Singer Songwriter Festival, a two day event showcasing independent singer-songwriters from Pennsylvania and across the country. Organized by Bloomsburg singer-songwriter Dave Blackledge, this year’s festival will take place at Shangri-La On The Creek Campground near Lewisburg. Some of the performers at this year’s festival include Bret Alexander of the Badlees, Sherri Mullen, Hannah Bingman, K8, Denise Barbarita from New York City, Joel Rafael from San Diego, festival organizer Dave Blackledge and more. Admission to the festival is $5 for one day or $8 for both days, and children under 12 are admitted for free. For more information about the festival, you can click on the link on Dave Blackledge’s website, www.daveblackledge.com.
It looks like Johnstown rockers Pivot are going to give it another go…The group’s remaining four members – singer Mark Lux, guitarists Mike Lepley and Jay Snyder, and bassist Mike Wozniak, have indicated during a recent update of their band page on Rockpage.net that they are searching for a new drummer, and plan to return to area stage action soon.
The eastern PA-based band Mr. Pink has added a second singer, and now have two women fronting the band. Katie joins singer Holly and expands Mr. Pink’s lineup to five members strong.
The Scranton-based rock band Idol Eyez had a costly adventure recently. After the group’s van broke down, they used a truck and a U-haul trailer to transport gear to all their shows this past month. During the first night of this new arrangement, the defective U-haul trailer's door opened, and some of Idol Eyez’ sound system fell onto the highway and was struck by several cars.
In recording news, The Nightcrawlers have finished work on their debut EP, and have sent the CD off to be duplicated.
The new full length CD from Backstreet Law is finished and is being pressed. The album’s title will be Frustrated. An official release date will be announced in the next few weeks on the group’s website, www.backstreetlaw.com, along with CD Release party and availability information.
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