Jim Price
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Joined: 07 Dec 2002
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Location: Altoona, PA
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 Posted: Sunday May 15, 2005 |
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Hello Everyone,
Here is the recap of the May 15 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 Altoona’s Sidestep for providing the listeners of central PA with an enjoyable two hours. We met the members of Sidestep and learned what the group brought to the live stage, heard tracks from their recently-recorded 4-song EP, and heard the group perform two songs live on the air. We also checked on Local Music News, and reviewed the new Fat Vinny & the Wiseguys CD, “Tight Play,” in “The Professor’s CD Corner.” We also debuted a new song from Shades Of June.
Here is this week’s playlist:
HOUR ONE:
FELIX & THE HURRICANES – “Backyard Rocker”
JOHN CHARNEY & WHITE MOJO – “Get My Mojo Workin’”
SIDESTEP – “Sidesteppin’”
THE NIGHTCRAWLERS – “Black Hole”
SIDESTEP – “Are You Gonna Go My Way”
V.I.H. – “Can’t Judge a Book By Lookin’ At The Cover” (live)
SIDESTEP – “Bad Day” (performed live on the air)
SHADES OF JUNE – “Reflection”
HOUR TWO:
SHERRI MULLEN – “Home of the Free”
SIDESTEP – “Spirit In The Sky”
FAT VINNY & THE WISEGUYS – “Just Some Things”
SIDESTEP – “When I Get Drunk” (performed live on the air)
FLIGHT 19 – “Unlock”
HOMER’S ARMY – “Travelin’ Band”
SIDESTEP – “Train Train”
This coming Sunday night, our guests in the studio will be the Johnstown-based rock band Shades Of June. We’ll find out what is new with Shades Of June, hear some new recorded tracks from the group, plus they’ll be bringing instruments and performing live in the studio. We’ll also check on Local Music News, feature tunes from other area bands and artists and more! Shades Of June pays us a visit, this Sunday night on the “Backyard Rocker!”
Forthcoming guests and specials include:
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
SEPT. 4 – The Underground TV (“Music to the Masses” concert preview)
SEPT. 18 – SeVer (tentative)
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…
Pivot reunited and returned to action with a benefit show in the Johnstown area this past weekend. The show, in memory of the group’s long time friend Josh Moore, took place at the Boulevard Grill in Johnstown. Proceeds from the show went to a scholarship fund in Josh's name. Josh lost his life in a recent motorcycle accident.
Following up on Halestorm’s signing with McGathy Promotions several weeks ago; after soul searching and consideration, the group has decided not to change their name; that decision largely bolstered by the majority of their fan base. So Halestorm will remain Halestorm.
A number of band personnel moves, breakups and formations in local music news this week…
The York-based rock band Screamapillar has apparently called it quits. The group’s email service reported that all the group’s remaining shows have been cancelled, and the group’s website (screamapillarrocks.com) has been discontinued.
A changing of bass players again for the Victory In Heaven Blues Band; Bruce Kugler has left the band to pursue other interests. Replacing him will be guitarist/singer Sterling Koch’s daughter, Kate. According to the group’s email newsletter, Kate’s addition will cause a small shift in the group’s musical direction, with more of a funky twist. V.I.H. is continuing to write towards their third studio album; more information on the album as it becomes available.
Two former members of Coil and Madcheddar are in a new band. Guitarist Josh Crownover and drummer Dave Wessels have formed a four-piece band called Anything Jane. The group is currently playing shows in and around Huntingdon County.
From the ashes of Harrisburg area hard rockers Num, guitarist Shawn Smith has formed a new band, Between the Lines. Their sound is described as modern rock; the group performs their first show on June 4 at a venue in Landisville.
Members of eastern PA party bands 404 and Tin Pan Alley have joined forces in a new band called Misbehave. The band features former Tin Pan Alley lead singer Chrissy, guitarist Adam of 404 and several other musicians. The group made their debut on stage earlier this month.
Two other former members of 404, singer Kat and guitarist Mike, are involved in a new, as-yet unnamed original music project. More information about this as it becomes available.
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