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Step into the DeLorean, fire up the flux capacitor, and travel back to 2021 on this episode of The Pennsylvania Rock Show Flashback. Host Bill Domiano reconnects with Jozey of Jozey and the Corruption to revisit a hard-hitting track from the show’s past and explore how the band crafted their sound.

In this episode, we spotlight the 2021 single “Sin City Outlaw.” Bill and Jozey dive deep into the making of the track, discussing the songwriting process, recording sessions, band lineup at the time, and the gear and equipment that helped shape its gritty, high-energy sound.

In the second segment, the conversation continues with another standout track, “Grip.” Jozey breaks down how this song came together, comparing the recording process, band dynamics, and production approach to “Sin City Outlaw,” giving listeners a detailed look at the band’s evolution and creative workflow.

As always, the episode features “Sin City Outlaw” along with “Grip,” connecting the story behind the music with the sound itself.

The Pennsylvania Rock Show Flashback travels through time with Bill Domiano as he revisits previously featured songs, reconnects with the artists behind them, and explores how their music continues to evolve in today’s scene.

Featured Artist: Jozey and the Corruption
Guest: Jozey
Songs Featured: “Sin City Outlaw” (2021) / “Grip”
Host: Bill Domiano
Genre: Rock / Hard Rock / Independent Music

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Laura Rullo Episode information:

Episode 820 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show features rising young singer-songwriter Laura Rullo from Greensburg, Pennsylvania. At just 15 years old, Laura is already building an impressive resume in the Western Pennsylvania independent music scene, performing nearly one hundred live shows in a single year and expanding her reach across multiple states.

Laura joins host Bill for an in-depth conversation about her songwriting process, performing live as a young artist, building a fanbase through touring, and recording her upcoming debut album scheduled for release in spring 2026. The discussion highlights the dedication required to pursue music at a young age and the support of local venues, festivals, and radio stations that help emerging artists grow.

In 2025 alone, Laura performed 98 live shows, establishing herself as one of the hardest-working young performers in the regional music scene. Her momentum continues into 2026 with more than 65 shows already scheduled across Western and Central Pennsylvania and neighboring states.

Laura also made history as the youngest musician ever to perform at Greensburg SummerSounds, earning front-page coverage from the Tribune-Review following the performance.

Her growing reputation has led to opening slots for national touring artists including Dylan Triplett and Ira Dean, with additional shows scheduled including a performance opening for Ira Dean in Morgantown.

Laura’s music and interviews have already been featured on multiple platforms including HUGS Radio, Rocky 99.1, WPSU, BuildTheScene Radio, and even internationally on the Dublin-based program Buskbeats.

During Episode 820, listeners will learn about:

• Laura Rullo’s journey as a 15-year-old independent musician

• Her songwriting inspiration and musical influences

• The experience of playing nearly 100 shows in a year

• Recording and preparing her debut album for 2026

• Growing a music career through live performance

• Opportunities for young artists in the Pennsylvania music scene

Fans of singer-songwriters, emerging artists, acoustic music, and the Western Pennsylvania music community will enjoy this inspiring episode highlighting the next generation of regional talent.

For more information about Laura and her upcoming shows visit:
https://laurarullomusic.com/

Featuring music from: The Scarlett Goodbye, The Despair Collective, Laura Rullo, The Jaded Lips, Derek Woods Band, The Lyricals, Neostem

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Step into the DeLorean, fire up the flux capacitor, and travel all the way back to Day 1 of The Pennsylvania Rock Show Flashback. In this special episode, host Bill Domiano rewinds to September 14, 2004—the very beginning of the journey—and reconnects with a key figure from those early days, Brian Shaffer.

This episode revisits one of the first breakout tracks to gain major attention through the show, “Stranded” by KAJ. Bill and Brian dive into the story behind the song, what was happening in the scene at the time, and how it became one of the earliest fan-favorite hits associated with The Pennsylvania Rock Show. They also reflect on the early days of the show itself and the role that music like “Stranded” played in building its identity.

From there, the conversation fast-forwards to today, where Brian shares his current musical direction and creative evolution. The episode also features his solo track “Supposed to Be Family,” showcasing how his sound and perspective have grown over the years.

As always, the episode includes both “Stranded” and “Supposed to Be Family,” connecting the origins of the show with the present-day artistry of one of its early contributors.

The Pennsylvania Rock Show Flashback travels through time with Bill Domiano as he revisits the songs that helped shape the show, reconnects with the artists behind them, and explores where they are now in the music scene.

Featured Guest: Brian Shaffer
Songs Featured: “Stranded” (KAJ, 2005) / “Supposed to Be Family” (Solo)
(kaj) Members: Brian Shaffer, Curt Costanzo, Kris Righi, Eric Anthony
Host: Bill Domiano
Genre: Rock / Independent / Regional Music

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Mimic Episode information:

Episode 819 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show features Pittsburgh hard rock band Mimic, as they celebrate the release of their first original single, “Shadowbox.” Host Bill sits down with the band to discuss their evolution from a high-energy cover band to original recording artists in the Pittsburgh music scene.

Formed in 2022, Mimic has quickly built a reputation as a versatile and crowd-pleasing hard rock band, performing covers that span five decades of rock music—from the 1970s, 80s, and 90s to modern rock hits. Their ability to deliver a wide range of styles has made them a standout act in the Western Pennsylvania live music circuit, attracting fans of classic rock, alternative rock, and modern hard rock alike.

With the release of “Shadowbox,” Mimic takes a major step forward, showcasing their own songwriting, musical identity, and creative direction. The track highlights their transition into the world of independent original music, while still maintaining the energy and influence of the rock eras that shaped them.

In this episode, listeners will hear about:

• The formation of Mimic and their journey since 2022
• Performing hard rock covers across multiple decades
• The inspiration and creation of their debut original song “Shadowbox”
• The transition from cover band to original recording artist
• Their role in the Pittsburgh independent music scene
• What’s next for Mimic, including future music and live shows

Fans of hard rock, classic rock, cover bands, emerging artists, and independent music podcasts will enjoy this episode highlighting a band on the rise in the Pittsburgh music community.

Discover more about Mimic, tour dates, and their music at:
https://www.mimicband.com/

Featuring music from: Blood Union, Overload in Stereo, MiMiC, Keller, Neostem, King Catfish, Rebel Revolver

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Salvasin Episode information:

The Pennsylvania Rock Show Episode 818 features a powerful interview with SALVASIN, a hard-hitting rock band from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, celebrating the release of their brand new single, “DEGENERATES,” released February 13th.

In this episode, host Bill dives deep into the origins, evolution, and future of SALVASIN. Formed in the early 2000s by guitarist James and drummer Eric, SALVASIN has built a reputation in the Pittsburgh rock and metal scene for delivering aggressive riffs, innovative songwriting, and high-energy performances. While the lineup has evolved over the years, the band’s signature sound remains powerful, driving, and unapologetically intense.

Guitarist James fuels the SALVASIN sound with crushing guitar riffs, screaming leads, and commanding stage presence. Eric delivers strong, intricate drum work that anchors the band’s rhythm with precision and force. Vocalist Philip brings dramatic vocal power and thought-provoking lyrics, adding emotional depth and intensity to the band’s hard rock foundation.

During Episode 813, we discuss the creation and release of “DEGENERATES,” the direction of the band’s current lineup, and how SALVASIN continues to evolve while staying true to their hard driving rock roots. The conversation highlights Pittsburgh’s thriving independent music scene, modern rock production, songwriting, and the dedication required to build longevity as an independent band.

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This episode delivers insight, authenticity, and pure rock energy.

Discover why SALVASIN is ready to take their music to new heights and why “DEGENERATES” is a must-hear single for fans of aggressive, innovative rock music.

Featuring music from: Victoria Fire, Eden on Fire, SALVASIN, Awaiting Abigail, Theriaca, Shattered, Neverwake

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Step into the DeLorean, fire up the flux capacitor, and head back in time on this episode of The Pennsylvania Rock Show Flashback. Host Bill Domiano revisits another memorable track from the show’s history and reconnects with the artist behind it to explore how their music and creative process have evolved. Joining Bill for this episode is John Vento of the Nied’s Hotel Band. Together they travel back to 2004 and the release of the band’s album The Nied’s Hotel. John and Bill discuss the making of the record and dive into the story behind the song “600 Hundred Under.” The conversation explores the songwriting process, the recording environment at the time, the production approach used in the early 2000s, and what it was like creating music in that era of the Pittsburgh music scene.

From there, the discussion fast-forwards twenty years to the present. John shares insight into the band’s more recent work, including their 2024 single “We’re In This Together.” They compare how the songwriting, recording, and production process has evolved since the early days of the band, highlighting the differences between creating music in 2004 and in today’s modern recording landscape.

They also do a quick commercial for a great organization that John is involved with, Band Together Pittsburgh, which provides innovative programming, experiences, and vocational opportunities to enhance the lives of those on the autism spectrum.

As always, the episode features both “600 Hundred Under” from the 2004 album The Nied’s Hotel and the more recent single “We’re In This Together,” connecting the band’s past with their present-day sound.

The Pennsylvania Rock Show Flashback travels through time with Bill Domiano as he revisits songs previously featured on the show, reconnects with the artists behind them, and explores where their musical journey has taken them today.

Featured Guest: John Vento (Nied’s Hotel Band)
Songs Featured: “600 Hundred Under” (2004) / “We’re In This Together” (2024)
Album: The Nied’s Hotel
Host: Bill Domiano
Genre: Rock / Roots Rock / Independent Music

Band Together Pittsburgh believes that music has the power to unify the world.

We envision using music to inspire and enrich the lives of those on the autism spectrum, enabling integration with family, friends, and society as a whole.

Band Together Pittsburgh

Creating Music With People On The Autism Spectrum

Donate to Nied's Hotel Restoration Project

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Step into the DeLorean, fire up the flux capacitor, and travel back to 1998 on this episode of The Pennsylvania Rock Show Flashback. Host Bill Domiano reconnects with Matt Ferrante, formerly of Hybrid and currently involved in multiple projects across the independent music scene, to revisit a song that helped lay the foundation for both their shared history and the early days of the show. This episode takes listeners back to Substance, the 1998 release from Hybrid that became a backbone of the early Pennsylvania Rock Show era. Hybrid was the first band Bill ever worked with in the local music scene, making this flashback especially meaningful. Together, Bill and Matt dive into the story behind the song “Unfaithful,” exploring the writing process, recording sessions, studio environment, working with the producer, and the energy surrounding the band at that pivotal time.

The conversation then fast-forwards to the present, highlighting Matt’s continued evolution as a musician. The episode also features “Slow Down,” the newest track from A Common Crown, released January 21, 2026. Matt discusses how his songwriting and approach to recording have developed over the years, as well as what drives his current projects.

As always, the episode features both “Unfaithful” and “Slow Down,” connecting the roots of the late ’90s independent rock scene to today’s modern sound.

The Pennsylvania Rock Show Flashback travels through time with Bill Domiano as he revisits standout songs from the show’s history, reconnects with the artists behind them, and showcases where they are now in the music scene.

Featured Guest: Matt Ferrante
Hybrid’s Members: Tim Henry, Matt Ferrante, Steve Craven, & John Couslin
Songs Featured: “Unfaithful” (Hybrid, 1998) / “Slow Down” (A Common Crown, 2026)
Album: Substance (Hybrid)
Host: Bill Domiano
Genre: Rock / Alternative Rock / Independent Music

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Shellshock Multimedia's Episode information:

Episode 817 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show welcomes back Ryan Dowden, founder of Shellshock Multimedia, for a wide-ranging conversation about independent filmmaking, multimedia production, and the intersection of music, film, and storytelling.

Ryan Dowden returns to the show to discuss his latest creative project: a newly completed Batman inspired short film that has recently wrapped production. In this episode, host Bill explores the filmmaking process behind the project, including writing, filming, directing, and the challenges of bringing a cinematic vision to life in the independent film world. The conversation dives into the passion required to produce fan-inspired films and how independent creators continue to build compelling visual storytelling outside of major studios.

Beyond the Batman short film, Ryan shares exciting updates on two additional film projects currently in pre-production. These upcoming films focus on mental health awareness, highlighting the importance of storytelling as a tool for education, empathy, and discussion. The projects aim to shed light on personal struggles and real-world issues while demonstrating the power of film as a medium for meaningful social conversation.

Episode 817 also highlights the wide range of services offered by Shellshock Multimedia. The company supports artists, creators, and businesses through professional audio recording, live sound engineering, mixing and mastering, video production, podcast production, and multimedia content creation. For independent musicians, podcasters, and filmmakers, Shellshock Multimedia provides the tools and expertise necessary to bring creative visions to life.

Listeners interested in independent filmmaking, multimedia production, podcast production, recording studios, audio engineering, live sound services, and creative entrepreneurship will find this episode especially valuable. Ryan Dowden shares insight into building a creative brand, balancing multiple production disciplines, and supporting independent artists within the local and regional creative community.

Whether you are an independent musician, filmmaker, podcaster, or fan of behind-the-scenes creative processes, Episode 817 of The Pennsylvania Rock Show offers an engaging discussion about creativity, storytelling, and the future of independent multimedia production.

Featuring music from: GrimRock, DEATĦ B¥ LØVE, G.E. Long Band, Laura Rullo, The Despair Collective, Fell Harvest, LunarScape

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Step into the DeLorean, fire up the flux capacitor, and travel back to 2019 on this episode of The Pennsylvania Rock Show Flashback. Host Bill Domiano reconnects with the guys from Neostem to revisit a fan-favorite track and explore how their sound has evolved over time. In this episode, we head back to the No Mr. Upside album, released January 16, 2019, and take a deep dive into the song “Red Dress.” The band shares insight into the writing and recording process, the creative direction behind the track, studio experiences, working with the producer, and the energy that defined that era of Neostem’s music.

From there, the conversation fast-forwards to the present with their newest single, “Lackluster,” released February 14, 2026. The band discusses how their songwriting has matured, what inspired the new release, and how their approach to recording and production has changed since No Mr. Upside.

As always, this episode features both “Red Dress” and their latest single “Lackluster,” connecting the past and present through conversation and music.

The Pennsylvania Rock Show Flashback travels through time with Bill Domiano as he revisits standout songs from the show’s history, reconnects with the artists behind them, and spotlights where they are today in the independent music scene.

Featured Artist: Neostem
Songs Featured: “Red Dress” (2019), “Lackluster” (2026)
Album: No Mr. Upside
Host: Bill Domiano
Genre: Grunge, Punk, Metal / Independent Music

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Episode information:

The Pennsylvania Rock Show Episode 816 welcomes Moonshine Vagabonds, the powerful musical union of Craig Veltri and Megan Pennington—two decorated veterans of their craft who have each built strong reputations in the independent and regional music scene before coming together to create something deeply personal and authentic.

Both Craig Veltri and Megan Pennington have appeared on The Pennsylvania Rock Show over the years with previous projects, making this episode a full-circle moment for fans of the Pittsburgh music scene, Pennsylvania independent artists, and listeners who follow the evolution of seasoned musicians. Now united as Moonshine Vagabonds, they are channeling years of songwriting experience, stage performance, and storytelling into a collaboration rooted in honesty and emotional depth.

In Episode 816, host Bill dives into:

• How the Moonshine Vagabonds partnership became reality

• The creative chemistry between Craig Veltri and Megan Pennington

• Their songwriting and collaborative writing process

• The themes behind their deeply personal lyrics

• The transition from solo and band projects into a shared vision

• The growth of independent Americana, rock, and singer-songwriter music in Pennsylvania

Moonshine Vagabonds craft songs that tell real stories—raw, reflective, and grounded in life experience. Their music blends elements of Americana, acoustic rock, folk rock, and roots-inspired songwriting, creating a sound that resonates with audiences who value authenticity and lyrical substance.

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This episode delivers insight into how two established musicians combine creative forces to build something new while honoring their individual artistic journeys.

Episode 816 highlights not only the formation of Moonshine Vagabonds but also the strength of the Western Pennsylvania independent music community and the power of collaboration in today’s music landscape.

Featuring music from: Jay Wiley, Letizia Collini, Moonshine Vagabonds, Moonshine Jasmine, Craig Veltri, Appalachian Honey, Noble Hops

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