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Pittsburgh psych rock band Grand Piano are calling it quits! The group, fronted by enigmatic singer and guitarist Zak Kane, will leave us with a mind-bendingly uninhibited final album, "Information Superhigh."
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Rocket Loves Blue is an Outlaw Americana band from Josh and Nikki Shapiro. Their latest release — “Big Shot Money” — came to life after spending some time at the Westmoreland County Fair. -
The production wizard behind Michael Jackson's Thriller won 28 Grammy awards during a career that spanned more than 70 years as a performer, songwriter, producer and music executive. -
In March of 2016, Bonnie Raitt performed in Pittsburgh at the Benedum Center, and WYEP's Rosemary Welsch was lucky enough to go backstage and record an interview. -
The Cure's first album in 16 years, Songs of a Lost World, is thematically dark, but sonically rich and inviting. Still, though, Robert Smith says there's so much more to come. -
Remembering the legacy of the Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh, who died last week at the age of 84. -
With so many different kinds of zombies threatening human existence in the movies and on TV, it’s hard to know for sure how to take care of them. Lucky for us, Scotts Roger has the answer. -
Lesh, an original member of America's preeminent jam band, died Friday morning. -
WYEP's Halloween Show rises once again on Oct. 31! Join Rosemary Welsch this Thursday at 2 p.m. for an afternoon of songs and stories about ghosts, vampires, monsters and more. -
The historic Martin & Co. guitar factory and museum in the swing state of Pennsylvania reflects tradition and innovation, anchored by meticulous handcrafting and reliable tech. -
Like many Pittsburgh jazz luminaries, he emerged from humble beginnings. But while most found fame only after leaving town, Johnny Costa (1922-1996), remained here only to achieve immortality as both a musicians’ musician and vital part of “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.” -
WYEP has been Pittsburgh’s non-profit, member-supported station for 50 years, and we get by with a little help from our friends, members, listeners, music community, and partners. Seeing 30 of Pittsburgh’s best musicians on stage together singing the classic Beatles song was a testament to the beautiful community that the station is proud to support and be a part of. -
Pittsburgh multi-instrumentalist Zack Leya loves to write songs, and he finds inspiration even in the most mundane situations. His song “Hang Out” came together after killing some time with friends at a local bar.
Celebrating music and culture from the African diaspora — tune in on Friday from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.