[Jim Price]

Hello Everyone,

Here is the recap of the June 20 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.

This week, for the second year in a row, we celebrated Father’s Day by presenting the “Fathers & Sons/Daughters of Local Music Special.” We featured music from some of this area’s dads and moms, along with their kids – sometimes all in the same group! We examined local and regional music family ties and lineage.

In addition, we aired a conversation with members of the nonprofit organization Get Closer To The Music. With the goal of introducing young people and others to the world of music, Get Closer To The Music is presenting a special free workshop event on July 10 at Altoona’s 6th Ward Recreation Center. Those attending will be able to see area bands musicians perform, and then be able to ask questions and have hands-on experience with various instruments. Bands and musicians taking part include Felix & the Hurricanes, Fat Vinny & the Wiseguys, Aaron Kimmel and more.

This week’s playlist (names listed are family members involved in band):

HOUR ONE:

JOHN BAKER & SHERRY LENDER – “Rita’s Party” (John Baker – dad)
NOT THEM GUYS – “Picture” (live in studio 6/15/03) (dad Steve and daughter Autumn Shiffler; dad Jim and son Jake High)
BIG DADDY & BABY BLUE EYES – “Down” (live in studio 5/7/01) (dad Dave and daughter Christa Cherry)
FELIX & THE HURRICANES – “It’s Just Me” (dad Jeff and son Ryan Clapper)
FELIX & THE HURRICANES – “Lady Liberty” (Dan Myers II – son)
ATREUS – “Blinded” (Shane Mullen – son)
SHERRI MULLEN – “Broken” (Sherri Mullen – mom)
FAT VINNY & THE WISEGUYS – “Picked the Wrong Day” (Mark Panek – son)

HOUR TWO:

NEVERMOURE (VS. THE EARTH) – “Could I Ever” (Shawn Hocherl – son)
HALESTORM – “Not Enough” (dad Roger, daughter Lzzy and son Arejay Hale)
FAMILY TRADITION – “Shoulda Seen It Comin’” (dad Bill Kelly Sr.; sons Bill Jr. and Joe)
SERVELLO FAMILY – “Because You Care for America (America Cares for You)” (parents Jack and Barb; son Richie)
XENO – “The Business” (Rick Wertz – dad)
CHOCO SAM – “Jack Slick” (Eric Wertz – son)
SHAWN OSBORN – “Lucky Man” (Shawn Osborn – son)
SQUARE ONE – “Ohio” (Don Osborn – dad)
JOHN McKNIGHT & JOEL WILLIAMS – “Nice and Warm” (John McKnight – son)
DARCIE MINER BAND – “My Angel” (Darcie Miner – daughter)
THE MARAUDERS – “Sapphire” (Ben Dumm – son)

This Sunday night, our guests in the studio will be Bellwood-based rockers The Rudys. Preparing to release their debut CD, “Rudys Awakening,” The Rudys will introduce us to their wide range of sounds, as we hear tunes from the album and get to know the band members better. The Rudys, this Sunday night on the “Backyard Rocker!”

Other forthcoming guests and specials include:

JULY 4 – Millenium Music Conference Recap Special
JULY 11 – Spitshine
JULY 18 – Gypsy & the Crazymoon
JULY 25 – Fast Forward Special
AUG. 1 – Ever Since Yesterday
AUG. 8 – Cover Song Special
AUG. 22 – Guitar Heroes of Local Rock Special
SEPT. 5 – Calendar Girl Special
SEPT. 19 – White Witch
OCT. 3 – Acoustic Jam Special
NOV. 7 – Michael Reich
DEC. 12 – Fat Vinny & the Wiseguys

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 six 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
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