The Rec Room Radio Hour Podcast: Locally Sourced Music From Central Pennsylvania!

In this episode of the Rec Room Radio Hour Podcast, we sit down with a good friend of the show, Jason Yoder.Jason is one of the premier songwriters in the area and we learn about his early days, his approach to song writing, and his support for live music and songwriters here in the central Susquehanna Valleys.  We also got to meet his four-legged support staff, Sprinkles, Cupcake, and Shadow!Songs (performed live by Jason Yoder!"Walking By The River""The Bern" (written in 2011)"Find Me Waiting""Walking Stick Blues"All songs recorded live!(c) 2023 The Rec Room Radio Hourwww.wxpiradio.org

This episode of the podcast finds us keeping the blues alive with The Cadillac Cats!Blair Mitcheltree, Becky Wool, Urie Kline, Garrett Gaetano, and Shawn Strickland make up this band based out of Williamsport.  They've been featured a many local venues and have represented our area in the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, TN.All songs performed live by The Cadillac Cats:"Gator Gumbo""Mama Bear""Billtown Boogie""Cadillac Swing"(c) 2023 The Rec Room Radio Hourwww.wxpiradio.org

We sit down with the wonderful Rebecca Jade.We chat about her life, her muse, and her songwriting.  Plus we discus her project featuring Pat Maue and Rebecca's daughter, Rose; "Tapestries: The Music of James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt, and Carol King"Songs:"Lose My Mind""Find My Way Back To You""Living Without You""On That Highway"(all songs written by Rebecca Jade)(c) 2023 The Rec Room Radio Hourwww.wxpiradio.org

https://wxpiradio.orgThis episode of the podcast features local band Raising Kane.Dave Ortega, Tara, Ed, and Kane Silva make up this powerhouse band from Montgomery, PA.  We chat about the road from Noise Pollution to Raising Kane with a few side-trips to chat about Kane's growing legion of fans and his incredible skills on lead guitar.Plus...Kane is featured in our very first video Rig-Rundown (on our Facebook page).Music: “6-string Interlude” by Kane Silva(c) 2023 The Rec Room Radio Hourwww.wxpiradio.org

We pick up Ken's story where we left off in part 1!His life during and after his incarceration, his life after his time in prison, and his amazing journey to central PA!His book, "The Philosophy Of Arson" is out now!The soundtrack to the book is available on Spotify: Ken BaxterSongs:"Fortune Teller""Can't Let Go"(c) 2023 The Rec Room Radio Hourwww.wxpiradio.org

Welcome to lucky episode 13 ...our first 2-part episode with the remarkable Ken Baxter!!He's done it all; written musicals, written a book, was an intricate part of  the classic song "The 12 Pains Of Christmas", a Black Belt, a professional firefighter, and so much more.Along the way we meet the legendary Bob Rivers, Joe Cocker and his Touring Band, Doc, and Rupert.  His story can be summed up with one word: "Inspiring".  His book, "The Philosophy Of Arson" is out now!The soundtrack to the book is available on Spotify: Ken BaxterSongs:"Cinderella Knows""I'm In Here"(c) 2023 The Rec Room Radio Hourwww.wxpiradio.org

Welcome Back To The Rec Room Radio Hour Podcast!We sit down with the prolific and uber-talented songwriter, Kevin Regan.  He's led a very interesting life and that contributes to his songwriting.  He's a singer-songwriter & storyteller in the truest sense of the word.From Brooklyn to California to Central PA, Kevin shares his stories of songwriting, recording, and the time the Davy Jones (of the Monkees) did him a big favor!Songs:"Sure Looks Good""Nancy Malone""Billy McBride""Stay With Me" (featuring Rebecca Jade)Theme music courtesy of The Clark McLane Band.(c) 2023 The Rec Room Radio Hourwww.wxpiradio.org

Welcome to this episode of The Rec Room Radio Hour Podcast!We sit down with one of central PA’s  premier dance & party bands, Flushots!Tim Tyler, Kevin Mix, Adam Westover, and Eric Brown have been making people happy and keeping them dancing here in the central Susquehanna Valleys for 20 years!We chat about their background, their influences, and how they've kept the good times going for 2 decades!(c) 2023 The Rec Room Radio Hourwww.wxpiradio.org

This episode of The Rec Room Radio Hour Podcast features Central Pennsylvania Music Award Nominee, Keith Randall.We chat with Keith about his life, his influences, his Greek heritage, and his collaboration with his wife and musical partner, Sonya.Music (all from the album "Aspire")"Aspire""Catching Feelings, Catching Fire""The Moonlight And You""Laikó"(c) 2023 The Rec Room Radio Hourwww.wxpiradio.org

Our latest episode features LoBrau: Hoy Riegel (Bass & Vocals), Steve George (Guitar & Vocals), and Wade Fausey (Drums & Vocals).LoBrau is a 3-peice band based out of Sunbury and have been together since 2019.  We learn not only about their early days, how they came together, and their creative process but also...we get some fishing tips!Plus, we do our first audio Rig Rundown"!Songs (all from the album "Spruce Street")"Off The Ranch""Monkey Milk""Sheeple""Call My Guitar"(c) 2023 Rec Room Radio Hour www.wxpiradio.org

Ahoy and welcome to Episode 8 of The Rec Room Radio Hour Podcast!This week we sit down and learn a little about the local recording scene in the central Susquehanna Valleys with Luke Shellenberger.  Luke has built Blackberry Alley Studios in Selinsgrove, PA and it is fast becoming the "go to" studio for local artists.  He has recorded everyone from Kevin Regan, Rebecca Jade, Frank Wicher, and Becky Blue to name just a few.  Plus, he's laid down tracks for his own projects, Tonewall Jackson & Audioburn.We learn how Luke caught the recording bug, his style and technique, and why his studio is...on parr...with any other studio not only here but also across the country.Featured Music:Kevin Regan: "Billy McBride"Rebecca Jade: "Down That Highway"Frank Wicher: "If It Wasn't For You"Tonewall Jackson: "Clarity" **All Songs Recored At Blackberry Alley Studios, Selinsgrove, PA(c) 2023 The Rec Room Radio Hourwww.wxpiradio.org

Welcome to Episode 7 where we sit down with local legend, Rock Anello.Rock's shares his fascinating story of music not only here in the central Susquehanna Valleys but also his time spent in Colorado, on tour with classic rock band The Spiral Staircase, committing a minor misdemeanor at the expense of a Hollywood legend, and his mentorship of many local musicians.  Songs: "Tag, You're It" * "Cryin' Dry" *"Yesterday's Makeup" * "Just Thinking Of You"***performed by Sarah Snyder**performed live by Rock Anello @ The WXPI Studio(c) 2023 The Rec Room Radio Hourwww.wxpiradio.org

In this episode of The Rec Room Radio Podcast we chat with Coast Two Coast Electric Trio!  This versatile trio is made up of Steve Kerns (Guitar & Vocals), Jenny Kerns (Violin, Percussion, & Vocals), and George Nash (Percussion & Vocals).We learn about their journey from points west (California) and east (Berwick, PA) as well as their approach to performing, their songwriting craft, and their memorable run-ins with megastars Freddie Fender and Stevie Nicks.  We also discuss who is really the gear head in this band! Songs: "Blue Behind Your Eyes"; "Ride On The Wind"; "Fool Out Of Me" (all recorded live)(c) 2023 The Rec Room Radio Hourwww.wxpiradio.org

In this episode of the The Rec Room Radio Hour Podcast we chat with Cass Chatham & Mike Steppe from Cass And The Bailout Crew.  Missing from this confab qa Bassett Nick Laylon & drummer Mike Wrench Jr.Cass and Mike chat about their musical journey, their approach to songwriting, and their performance philosophy.  Plus we learn a few new things about this remarkable band and it's members. Cass And The Bail Crew are one of the hottest and most popular band in the central Susquehanna Valleys and beyond, with a solid and growing fanbase.  Their first album, "Room To Breathe", is out on all streaming services.Songs: "Sun Comes Up" and "The Fade" (recorded live) plus "The Cat Song" (studio recording).Listen to The Rec Room Radio Hour every Tuesday evening at 6pm Eastern Time on www.wxpiradio.org.(c) 2023 The Rec Room Radio Hourwww.wxpiradio.org

On this episode of The Rec Room Radio Hour Podcast, we sit down for a delightful, insightful, and inspirational conversation with Andromeda The  Artist.Andromeda shares with us her diverse and eclectic muse, her songwriting style and inspiration, and her recording techniques.  Her work defies categorization and speaks to the intimacy and strength of the human spirit.   Songs: ""Cries From The Ravine"; "Prism Of Light": and "End Of The Line" from her album "Firewater".Check her work & art out at: www.andromedatheartist.comListen to The Rec Room Radio Hour live each Tuesday 2 6PM Eastern Tim on www.wxpiradio.org.(c) 2023 The Rec Room Radio Hourwww.wxpiradio.org

We sit down with local music icon Leo Armbruster on this episode of The Rec Room Radio Hour Podcast.We hear from Leo about his musical background, his various projects currently in the works, and how meeting ones musical heroes is an enlightening and very positive experience.Songs: "Mama Says Love Don't Pay", "Powerball Song", and "James Dean".Listen to The Rec Room Radio Hour live each Tuesday 2 6PM Eastern Tim on www.wxpiradio.org.(c) 2023 The Rec Room Radio Hourwww.wxpiradio.org

The first episode of The Rec Room Radio Hour Podcast features our chat with Celtic Wood & Wires: Carl Finnerty, Sandi Finnerty, Shelly Whitnack, Billie Jo Shank, and Michael J. Miller. The band talks about their various influences, how the band was formed, how the Williamsport High School Orchestra was, in fact, and early version of CC&W, their preparation for "St. Patrick's Month", and what it really means to be a "paper trained musician".Plus, they perform three songs for us live: "John Ryan's Polka/I’ll Tell Me Ma”, “Close The Back Door", and "Whiskey Before Breakfast".Listen to "The Rec Room Radio Hour" live each Tuesday evening at 6PM Eastern time on: www.wxpiradio.org(c) 2023 Rec Room Radio Hourwww.wxpiradio.org

Welcome back to episode 2 of The Rec Room Radio Hour Podcast.  In this episode we sit down with 2 fantastic songwriters, Michael J. Miller (Celtic Wood & Wires) and Jim Colbert.We learn about the craft of songwriting, growing up in California and Central PA (respectively), and how professional wresting factors into the creative process for one of our guests!Songs: “Ol Tom Bailey” & “It Took Hands”Listen to The Rec Room Radio Hour live each Tuesday at 6PM on www.wxpiradio.org.(c) 2023 The Rec Room Radio Hourwww.wxpiradio.org