Look at western Pennsylvania’s smaller and a few larger concert venues and you’ll find an endless stream of tribute concerts.

Growing old isn’t guaranteed and as Pittsburgh songwriter Max Rosen sees it, it’s an incredible gift. Growing up and weathering changes inspire his new song “Turn December.”

WYEP's "More Bounce" host Clara Kent has some incredible tunes to share for Christmas and Kwanzaa!

If you’re exhausted from the vitriol and division in today’s world, Leon Bridges offers a respite, a place of gentleness and beauty.

Bill Deasy seems like he’s got it all together, but just like the rest of us, he’s still a work in progress. A familiar name in Pittsburgh music, Bill’s Western Pennsylvania meets Laurel Canyon sound feels like running into an old friend and spending the rest of the day together catching up. Listen to "Work In Progress" here!

Merce Lemon has long been a staple of the Pittsburgh DIY scene, but with the release of her latest album, she may be singing from bigger stages soon. "Let Me Drive Them Dogs Wild" is the kind of album you find yourself getting lost in.

This year WYEP celebrated 50 years of being on the airwaves here in Pittsburgh. We had an exciting year, and wanted to look back at everything you might have heard or learned from the “station where the music comes first.” Revisit Live & Direct Sessions, check out photos from our festivals and read about music history throughout western Pennsylvania.

Aubrey Burchell’s cheery exterior doesn’t always match up with what she’s feeling inside. Her new song “Spinning Out” expertly conjures the feelings of an anxious person with a big smile.

Artist Susan Nardulli is collecting Pittsburgh sounds for an art installation at the new airport.

Tom Waits recent turned 75, and 10 years ago, we unearthed a 1976 interview with a then 26-year-old Waits. It was conducted by former WYEP DJs at a Howard Johnson's Restaurant in York, Pa.