The Telephone Line is a pop rock soul band from Pittsburgh who’s debut album Tied Up comes out today! They will be still be celebrating tomorrow morning (11/13) as they appear live on the WDVE Morning Show. Get a taste of what to expect with some of the band’s live recordings as I thank Brad Crouse (Drums), Lacey Volk (Bass), Addi Twigg (Vocals), Joe Gustafson (Guitar/Organ), and Jay Krivanek (Guitar) for taking the time to participate in this edition of First/Last…

Mike is in the Chicago based rock band Cobalt & the Hired Guns. He plays bass, guitar, sings, and writes songs. Mike has toured extensively throughout the United States. This has included shows opening for some great bands such as State Radio, Dashboard Confessional, Josh Ritter, The Avett Brothers and Bela Fleck.”…

“The breezy melody and instrumentation proves to be pleasant listening alongside some more serious topical issues that humans face in modern times. Whether the focus is on their message or on tapping your toe along, The Luna Programme deserves a listen.” – Cindy Howes…

“Justin Endler lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He can be found creating and performing music, creating software, and riding bikes around town.”…

Black Ridge is a relatively new psychedelic rock and soul band that incorporates saxophone into the mix out of Indiana, PA who have a few tunes up at their BandCamp page and will be playing most of them this Saturday (11/7) for a free show at Muracu’s Bar in Homer City, PA. I want to thank Paul Chakot (Guitar/Vocals) for taking the time to participate in this edition of First/Last…

Elkhound is a folk rock band from Pittsburgh who’s influence range from Neil Young and Bob Dylan to The Strokes and Death Cab for Cutie. The band is working on new music as I write this and you may be able to catch them out around town sporadically as they do. I want to thank Chris Putt (Guitar/Vocals) for taking the time to participate in this edition of First/Last…

“The duo of Miss Geo can trace their formation to a chance meeting at a Boston area Apple Store. As it turns out, Paz,
who was born and raised in Paris had just moved to Boston and Abby, who is from Newport, RI was in town to play an acoustic set. The duo quickly bonded over mutually shared interests, including New Order, MGMT, Ladytron, Blondie and others, and began to jam together. Liking the results, both Abby and Paz started self-recording and self-producing their material in their homes.”…

I first saw Bob Dylan perform live in 1986 with Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers and The Grateful Dead at The Rubber Bowl in Akron, OH. I knew of Dylan beforehand but with the whole spectacle surrounding me, I really was enthralled by what I experienced that day. In the subsequent years I went to over a dozen of his concerts and not going as far as calling myself a ‘Dylanogolist’, I can hold my own with anyone on the subject of his music and ultimate mystique…

“You’re probably wondering “what is a Boulevard of the Allies?” Ha ha! A lot of people ask us this question. Well, some of you may know it as the road in downtown Pittsburgh that features little more than a couple bars, a university and Old Hungry Bradsly, the homeless man who roams the avenue with his one eyed dog Spiderman. As a matter of fact, it’s also the name of a Pittsburgh based rock band fronted by a Londoner. This is their Facebook page and that’s where you are at, yo. Don’t like the sound of that? Then get off my lawn! Just kidding. You can stay. So listen to the music and enjoy your life!”…

“I’d like to be as creatively specific as possible, I’ll counter everything I do. I’ll let the music express itself for its self. I’m not claiming to be anything, I’m merely an artist.”…

“Founded in June 2014 by Dean Henry the Mutiny began from a shared love of good music and a strong desire to keep the spirit alive The Mutiny has begun!”…

“Musical Mulligan Stew Choirboy or punk rocker? Traditionalist or iconoclast? Folk singer or digital effects nerd? Grounded, yet ethereal. Cynical but sensitive. Peter Evans’ work embraces opposites. He combines seemingly irreconcilable styles to create unusual musical statements.”…

“Wolkoff released her phenomenal Talismans EP at the end of August to critical acclaim worldwide. The EP featured the stand-out singles “Curve Appeal” and “Hand It To The Bandit”. Talismans was a collaboration w/ the rising producer Icarus Moth, whose style pays homage to world dance music, synth-pop, R&B, house music and beyond. “…

“Raised in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, Metacara is an electrosoul duo bred from roots in jazz, hip-hop, and electronic
music. Fresh off of the release of their debut EP, “Stone Love”, the couple is determined to bridge the gap between their upbringings in the name of love and creativity.”…

“The Crew of the Half Moon began as indie/folk duo Dan and Kate in January of 2012. Their debut album Automythography was released independently on iTunes and Amazon in January of 2013. Dan and Kate are both multi-instrumentalists, sharing time on the guitar, lap steel, mandolin, harmonica, bass guitar, and piano while singing dynamic vocal harmonies. With the addition of their versatile drummer Claire, they expanded their sound to include elements of grunge, blues, pop-punk and more. The Crew brings this eclectic blend of genres to the stage along with their playful lyricism and powerful vocal delivery. Their live sets are a variety show – with two voices and a steady rotation of instruments, they create a set that appeals to a wide array of music lovers.”…

“Zombo’s Ultimate Monster Combo is a graveyard smash! Classics Monster Tunes, Frankenstiened with Cool Creepy Surf Instrumentals & Raw 60’s Garage Rock! With a member history of monster music bands like King Dapper Combo, Graveyard Rockers. Surf Bands Vertigogo and Surfaholics and Rockabilly Band The Vibrochamps you can’t go wrong with this all killer no filler monsterific mayhem. This band plays only the Halloween Season..(which seems to get longer every year!) Past gigs include a 14 year run at Cedar Point’s Halloweekend, The Beachland Ballroom, The Hollywood Theater, plus numerous music venues and private and corporate parties in the Pittsburgh area. The Band dons full skeleton suits and black derbies and puts on a mighty wild and fun for all ages show.”…

“Indie pop, singer/songwriter, an jazzy duo Scott and Rosanna formed in late 2012 in Pittsburgh, PA. The two met playing in their college jazz band and quickly began a musical relationship as well as a romantic one. Scott’s free spirited playing and Rosanna’s beautifully elegant lyrics provide a platform that is raw, truthful, and rooted in a constant reality. ‘They have pure electric energy together. Humanity needs more love right now! Together they create honest music that is…

“Taking the best bits of pop and rock music from the past five decades (despite the guys having only been alive for a little over two), The Elwins have delivered a dose of dancy bliss that appeals to virtually anyone. “We definitely like making songs that make people want to move,” Sweeney says – and move they will.”…

“Rah Rah is an indie rock musical group formed in 2006 in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. They have toured extensively across North America and Europe. The band has released four full-length albums. The group has been noted for their energetic live shows which often feature some combination of giant balloons, piñatas, robot cats, Pop Rocks candy and confetti.”…