Pierre Robert didn’t just play the music — he made us believe in each other. Kevin McElroy Editor, Tune Up Magazine Pierre Robert died today. To say it was a shock would be an understatement. And for Philadelphia, it feels like the city lost its heart. Not a celebrity. Not just a voice. But a presence — a living, breathing human current that reminded us that joy, art, and connection […]

Brian Basher Program Director, WTYU.rocks Hey everyone I know it's been a minute since I posted a "Basher's Dozen", but here's 13 brand spanking new tasty tunes to stick in your ears. Hit play, discover something new, vote for your favorite, and let us know what you want to hear on WTYU.rocks. Heavy Pettin "Line In The Sand” Scottish legends Heavy Pettin are back with "Line In The Sand" the […]

No sponsor, no spotlight. Period. Kevin McElroy Editor, Tune Up Magazine Local Radio Spotlight: A Rare Chance for Bands This past weekend, the major rock radio station in town did something that almost never happens: they dedicated an entire weekend to local music. About two songs an hour, all weekend long. For the average listener, it was a nice change of pace. For the bands who made it on air? […]