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

On this episode of the podcast, we get to know local singer / songwriter Anthony LaLota. Anthony is a Central PA-based modern folk singer/songwriter, with a strong storyteller style. He released his debut album, "Songs of St. James," on October 15, 2021. 

His music blends folk, Americana, blues, roots rock, and soulful storytelling focused on working-class life, troubled relationships, loneliness, and the struggles of ordinary people.

This episode of the podcast was recorded live at The Bullfrog Brewing Company in downtown Williamsport, PA. 

**PLEASE NOTE: there were some challenges with the audio of this episode.  We fixed it as best we could but certainly apologize for the quality.

All Songs Written By Anthony LaLota

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"Leaving On The Train", "Bayard Park 1986", "Penny Spades", and "Ruby Sang The Blues"

On this episode of The Rec Room Radio Hour, we experience an engaging and enlightening conversation with Mara Katria. 

Mara welds a number of tools to communicate her vision and her passions; musician, film director, videogame world-builder, writer, and photographer.  She uses these various media (alone or in combinations) to immerse her audiences in the depths of history and the perpetuity of genuine emotion. 

To that end, Mara has written and recorded a 10-song LP with the seminal post punk band Modern English. The album, Modern M , promises to guide listeners on a sonic adventure that spans the ribbon of time. Katria aims to use song as a mirror: echoing our mythic past; reflecting the musical renaissance of the 1980s; and projecting epochs yet to come.

Songs (all songs written by Mara Katria from her album "Modern M"):

• "People Turn To Gold"
• "Snow"
• "Skipping Stones"
• "What Archetypes Say"

Mara's  website

Modern English's website...

Mara's Youtube Page

Mara's film "Please, Talk With Me"

We go back to the beginning with this episode!

The Rec Room Radio Hour is sitting down again with our very first podcast guests; Celtic Wood and Wires.

We'll catchup on all the happenings and shenanagans with this amazing band including their new members, Stacie Lynn and Carl Kirby!

Music Recorded Live By Celtic Wood and Wires:

1. "Catharsis"
2. "Hector The Hero"
3. "The Blarney Pilgrim/John Ryan's Polka"
4. "Wild Mountain Thyme"

Celtic Wood and Wire's Facebook Page.

Celtic Wood and Wire's Website

Link to the guitar Carl Kirby mentioned during the show; PreWar Guitar Company 

Stacie's other project: Nittany Highland Pipe & Drum Band's Facebook Page

The Rec Room Radio Hour is back with a really great chat featuring the epically talented Dyana Cannon!

Dyana is an independent singer-songwriter and recording artist based out of the Philadelphia, PA area. Dyana is a prolific songwriter, composer, performer, and recording artist with a vast amount of songs across multiple streaming platforms. 

We chat about her early years, her time in upstate New York as a member of the band Beautiful Strange, her songwriting and recording process, and her current collaborative musical partnership with Earl Wilt.

Songs (all written by Dyana Cannon):

1. "White Horse"
2. "Letting Go"
3. "Ay Te Quiero"
4. "You Work Hard"
5. "Help"

For more information about our discussion, please check out this hyperlink!  

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Welcome Back!

After a little hiatus, we're back with Rebecca Jade & Jay Moore!

They have a new venture in downtown Sunbury; Music Culture Supply Company.

Rebecca and Jay talk about this new concept in community building with not only music but also dialog and collaboration.

We welcome their collaboration with our new podcast format.  The video version of this episode can be found on their YouTube Channel!

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On this episode of the Rec Room Radio Podcast we sit down with local songwriter & performer, Kate Wasson.

Her's is a fascinating story.  Not only is Kate an awesome songwriter, vocalist, and performer but she's also a seasoned politician, an astute business woman, and an up and coming social media influencer!

All songs written and performed by Kate Wasson

"Waiting Game"

"Hopeless Hope"

"Over It"

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On this episode of the Rec Romm Radio Hour Podcast we meet an up and coming singer/songwriter making an impact here in the Valleys; Noah Mellott.

We'll hear Noah's fascinating story and the lessons & inspirations he's collected in his life.

We'll also get to hear some of his original songs plus a great cover of Tyler Childers' "Lady May".

Songs (all performed live by Noah Mellott):

"Pennsylvania Sky" written by Noah Mellott

"Lady May" written by Tyler Childers

"Till The Cows Come Home" written by Noah Mellott

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Welcome to Episode 40 of the podcast!  

This landmark episode features two of the areas best songwriters, musicians, and all around great guys, John Sweeney and Mike Hickey!

A great chat about their lives, their muses, this songwriting and music craftsmanship, and other sundry topics!

Songs (all preformed live bu John & Mike)

"Morning Light" & "Sometimes A Friend" written by John Sweeney 

"Nina" and "Blue Cat Bix" written by Mike Hickey

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We chat with one of the most well known and most respected musicians in the area, Bryan Noaker.

From his humble begins, to his mastery of the guitar (not only playing but also repairing), we get to meet one of the areas best and most versatile musical.  He also shares some sage advice from his Dad that would serve most musicians well! 

Songs (all written and preformed by Bryan Noaker)
"Go The Distance" *written with Alan Combs*
"24 Hours From Now"
"Unconditionally"
"Biggest Fan"


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We chat with the legendary Frank Wicher on this episode of the Rec Room Radio Hour Podcast.

Frank's life story takes us from Germany to Southern Michigan, through Ohio, and finally to the Central Susquehanna Valleys.

Frank shares his musical and life journey as well as his songwriting style and process.  A remarkable story from a remarkable musician.

Frank's Website.
Facebook Page
YouTube Channel

All songs on this episode were written by Frank Wicher and recorded live at the WXPI Community Radio studio in Williamsport, PA.

Songs:
"Van Down By The River"
"Take Me Back"
"PA Gray"
"WalMart Mom"


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