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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 […]
Brian Basher Program Director, WTYU.rocks Every week, I dig through the noise to find a lucky 13 tracks worth cranking up. This week, it’s almost impossible for me to pick a winner because every song deserves to win, in my opinion, so I'll need your help more than ever. Hit play, discover something new, vote for your favorite, and then hear them on WTYU.rocks—alongside even more music in the same […]
A Tune Up Session with Jackie “Jax” Chambers (Girlschool, Syteria) Brian Basher Program Director, WTYU.rocks We’re kicking things off The Tune Up Sessions with a true rock veteran—Jackie “Jax” Chambers of Girlschool and Syteria. With nearly three decades in Girlschool, countless tours, and a side project that blends pop-punk energy with melodic rock hooks, Jax has seen it all—and still loves every minute. We caught up with her for a […]
Brian Basher Program Director, WTYU.rocks Rock Royalty Pays Homage to Triumph (and It Rules) I know everyone has been on a Triumph kick here lately, but damn their new tribute album "Magic Power: All Star Tribute To Triumph" kicks ass from start to finish and it is heavy on the "all stars" My favorites are from Tesla the Band's Jeff Keith with "Hold On" and Night Ranger's Jack Blades "Follow […]
Article and photos by Melissa DeBrigida-ParentMusic Matters Media Productions, LLCSteel Panther lit up Glenside this past Sunday with their electrifying 15th-anniversary “Feel The Steel” tour stop at the Keswick Theatre.The show was a lively homage to glam metal, giving fans everything they could have hoped for from this flamboyant group. Many attendees arrived dressed in their best '80s-inspired outfits, ready to rock out to hits like “Eyes Of A Panther,” […]
The Faces: The Band That Lit My Musical Fire Chris Herninko Bassist, The Circus Hearts I can’t tell you how many times I’ve had this conversation about my favorite band. It usually starts with someone (neighbor, family member, etc.) asking me how my band is doing. The usual follow-up question is, “What do you guys sound like?” So I start to list our musical influences: The Rolling Stones, Sam Cooke, […]
Kevin McElroy Editor, Tune Up Magazine It starts with Guiseppe “Joe” DiPietro, the man behind Howard & Nan’s at the Berlin Farmer’s Market—or as we locals call it, The Auction. I didn’t know Joe, and in fact, just this past year was the first time we got to talk on one of my occasional Sunday morning trips to The Auction. I was picking up some jazz records for my wife […]
KK Law Middays, 10am - 2pm, WTYU.rocks (Starting Jan. 2025) You know, the boss never puts bad songs on the list—just a lot of them. And while every track deserves its moment, I’m working with a six-pack budget here, so a sixer for me it is. Some weeks are easier to pare it down, but not this time. Trimming this list down was tough, but these are the songs that […]
"Metal for Breakfast" is a hard-hitting morning show that serves up heavy riffs and epic anthems to kickstart the day. Fueled by classic and contemporary metal tracks, this show wakes up listeners with a sonic blast that goes well beyond the usual coffee routine. Each episode brings a mix of legendary metal tunes and hidden gems, making it the perfect morning ritual for those who want to start their day on a high-voltage note. Grab your air guitar, turn up the volume, and get ready to rock your way into the day with "Metal for Breakfast."
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