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.

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.”

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.

About a decade ago, Rusted Root founding member Jim Donovan set out to create something new with his band Sun King Warriors. Their new album is coming out soon and features the song “The Way You Shine.”

Giant’s Causeway push the boundaries of funk on their new release "Stokin’ The Heat." The song “Snackapotamus” takes an honest look at self-identity, dreams, and challenges and lands on the idea that, in the end, it’s all about love and music.

For 15 years, local DJs have been spinning soul, funk and Motown vinyl records for dancing crowds at a variety of area venues. This weekend, they’ll celebrate the anniversary with a rotating crew of Pittsburgh and international DJs at Spirit in Lawrenceville.

Pittsburgh band The Buckle Downs put out a couple of new songs recently with the promise of more to come. Check out "Unstoppable."

For a few years in the 1960s, a building in Downtown Pittsburgh housed Gateway Records, an independent record company that produced music by local bluegrass bands, polka performers and the beloved “Chiller Theater.”

How is a record made? What materials go into its creation? Who’s behind the work? Join WYEP’s Brian Siewiorek as we take a tour of Hellbender Vinyl, Pittsburgh’s vinyl record pressing plant in Lawrenceville! We’ll look at the specific functions of the vinyl pressing machine, see how the labels are “baked” and watch how quality control is done at Hellbender.

Warren Zevon was a songwriter who created rockers and ballads that veered between his caustic wit and his empathetic character sketches. Occasionally his songs leaned toward nostalgia. On Jan. 30, just after his 53rd birthday, Zevon visited the studios to promote his album, "Life'll Kill Ya."