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  • Tim Stevens: The Singing Activist - Melody and the Mission

    Tim Stevens: The Singing Activist - Melody and the Mission
    2026/01/15
    Tim Stevens wasn’t just a Pittsburgh musician—he was a voice for the city in every sense of the word. By day, Stevens worked in the trenches of change: a Hill District native who became a leader in civil rights and Black political empowerment, serving as Executive Director of the Pittsburgh NAACP and later President of the Pittsburgh branch for a full decade. But when the sun went down, he stepped into a different kind of spotlight—crooning jazz, blues, and pop with a rich, throaty voice in clubs that carried the soul of old Pittsburgh.

    In this episode, we trace the rare double-life of a man who could move a crowd with a song… then move a city with a speech. From his roots at Trinity AME Church to the creation of the Black Political Empowerment Project (B-PEP), Tim Stevens lived at the intersection of music, power, and purpose—and left a legacy that still echoes through Pittsburgh.
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    41 分
  • Tina Daniels: Heart, Heat, and Pittsburgh Rock ‘n’ Roll

    Tina Daniels: Heart, Heat, and Pittsburgh Rock ‘n’ Roll
    2026/01/15
    Tina Daniels has spent the last decade becoming one of Pittsburgh’s go-to live-rock forces—fronting a band built for packed rooms, big singalongs, and the kind of “oh man, I forgot how much I love this song” moments that hit the second they kick in. The Tina Daniels Band delivers a wide-span set of rock favorites, leaning into the hits people don’t always hear anymore—but still know every word to once the chorus lands. It’s high-energy, crowd-friendly, and all about that sweet spot between nostalgia and adrenaline. If you’re looking for a night of guitars up front, voices loud, and a dance floor that doesn’t quit… this is the one.
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    53 分
  • Nick Scanga: Vocalist & Guitarist Full of Soul

    Nick Scanga: Vocalist & Guitarist Full of Soul
    2026/01/15
    Nick Scanga has been a working musician since his teenage years, carving out a reputation in Pittsburgh as a versatile vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter who can move effortlessly through nearly any style. His credits include The Night Owl Band, who scored a local hit with “Lay That Rhythm Down” and opened shows for legends like Blood, Sweat & Tears, Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes, Gil Scott-Heron, and Johnny “Guitar” Watson. Over the years, Nick has performed and co-written with Chuck Corby, collaborated with artists spanning cool jazz to Santana-style fire, and played with standout acts including Stillwater, Freeze, The Fabulous Gemtones, and The Skyliners. Whether solo, duo, or full band, Nick’s story is pure Pittsburgh music history—built on talent, range, and decades of stage-tested soul.
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    50 分
  • Jason Kendall Dynamic Pittsburgh Entertainer Delivering Energy, Elegance, and Fun

    Jason Kendall Dynamic Pittsburgh Entertainer Delivering Energy, Elegance, and Fun
    2025/08/15
    Jason Kendall is a multi‑instrumentalist—vocals, saxophone, piano, guitar, harmonica—who began performing professionally at age 15. Since founding Jason Kendall Productions in 2007, he’s delivered tailored live entertainment across classical, smooth‑jazz trio, acoustic pop, dance‑band, and DJ formats for weddings, corporate events, fundraisers, and more! A songwriter and composer, his music appears in two feature documentaries. He also taught music at Penn State University (2005–2015) and holds a Master’s degree in music from West Virginia University’s College of Creative Arts.
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    1 時間 2 分
  • Craig Zinger: Versatile Pianist‑Vocalist Delivering Elegant Performances & Heartfelt Parodies

    Craig Zinger: Versatile Pianist‑Vocalist Delivering Elegant Performances & Heartfelt Parodies
    2025/08/15
    Craig Zinger is a talented pianist, vocalist, and parody‑writer whose musical journey began at age 10. He’s performed at prestigious venues—such as a Duquesne Club event benefiting the Andrea Bocelli Foundation—and opened for Yanni at Pittsburgh’s Star Lake Amphitheatre. He also recorded with a young Christina Aguilera and performed alongside icons including Peter Noone, Lou Christie, The Drifters, The Shirelles, and Leslie Gore. Craig has five recordings, available on Spotify, iTunes, and Amazon Music, and his work has aired on NPR, WDUQ, 3‑W‑S, and WPXI‑TV. Additionally, he offers piano lessons and creates playful parodies, including one featured at the Pittsburgh Pirates’ Pierogi Races
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    48 分
  • Gary Prisby: Pittsburgh Blues Guitarist Blending Originals with Classic Rock and Blues

    Gary Prisby: Pittsburgh Blues Guitarist Blending Originals with Classic Rock and Blues
    2025/08/15
    A native of McMurray, Pennsylvania, Gary Prisby began teaching himself guitar at age seven and sang publicly for the first time at 16. With over 50 years of musical experience and nearly 40 as a pro, he’s performed in bands like Reckless Abandon, Bush & Gary, Smokin’ Section, and more, featuring at festivals such as the Pittsburgh Blues Festival and on Pittsburgh radio. Today, he performs mostly solo acoustic shows—mixing blues, classic rock, alternative, and original songs—and since 2018 has made music his full-time career, while also volunteering through the Music Smiles program.
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    56 分
  • Joel Lindsey: British-Born, Pittsburgh-Based Powerhouse

    Joel Lindsey: British-Born, Pittsburgh-Based Powerhouse
    2025/07/24
    Joel Lindsey is the British-born, Pittsburgh-based powerhouse behind Joel Lindsey Entertainment—your all-in-one party starter. Singer. Guitarist. DJ. Vibe curator. Since 2008, Joel’s brought unforgettable energy to events across Western PA with electrifying live music, epic DJ sets, and full-throttle lighting. Bonus: he writes bangers too—check out “Take Some Love and Pass It On.” Let’s get this party started.
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    1 時間 9 分
  • Joe Grushecky: Houserocker, Authentic, Honest, & Pittsburgh Icon

    Joe Grushecky: Houserocker, Authentic, Honest, & Pittsburgh Icon
    2025/07/11
    Joe Grushecky is a Pittsburgh-born rock singer-songwriter known for gritty, blue-collar anthems with his band The Houserockers. A longtime collaborator with Bruce Springsteen, Joe’s music blends heartland rock with honest storytelling. A true working-class hero in and out of the studio.
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    1 時間 14 分