‘A Complete Unknown’ Offers the Usual Biopic Clichés … And That’s Alright, Ma

‘A Complete Unknown’ Offers the Usual Biopic Clichés … And That’s Alright, Ma

Andy Vineberg Features Writer, Tune Up Magazine I’m a sucker for music biopics. Always have been. Despite the usual flaws (hackneyed timelines, over-the-top substance abuse-fueled scenes, exaggerated or outright fictionalized events, and all the other clichés so memorably parodied in 2007’s “Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story”), I get a kick from seeing the lives and music of my favorite artists (and even many of my non-favorites) portrayed on the […]

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Tuning Into Passion: The Magic of Norman’s Rare Guitars

Kevin McElroy Editor, Tune Up Magazine The Ripple Effect of Passion: Inspiring Creativity Norman Harris built more than a guitar shop. He created a haven for musicians, a time capsule of music history, and a treasure trove of stories that continues to inspire generations. Norman’s Rare Guitars, the Netflix documentary chronicling his life and legacy, is a masterclass in how one person’s passion can change the world. The film captures […]

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KK’s Six Pack 1.7.2025

KK Law Middays, 10am - 2pm, WTYU.rocks Apologies for the delay, folks—still shaking off the holiday hangover, but we’re back and ready to rock! The boss hasn’t let up on the homework, and honestly, I couldn’t be happier. Out of a big stack of tunes, these six stood out and made the cut. Crank ‘em up, let me know what hits hardest, and drop your own Sixpack picks in the […]

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KK’s Pick Six 12.16

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 […]

December 16, 2024 29

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KK’s Pick Six 12.9

KK Law Middays, 10am - 2pm, WTYU.rocks (Starting Jan. 2025) Out of a growing pool of 50+ songs the boss handed me this week, here are the six that stood out and made me wanna dig deeper. Most of these are new to me, so don’t expect deep dives—just gut reactions from first listens. Crank ‘em up and let me know what you think—or drop your own Sixpack […]

December 9, 2024 25

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Gloryholes and Guitar Solos: Steel Panther Brings the Party to Glenside

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,” […]

December 3, 2024 27 1

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KK’s Pick Six 12.2

KK Law Middays, 10am - 2pm, WTYU.rocks (Starting Jan. 2025) The boss doesn’t let up—homework, even on the weekends! This time, it’s another stack of new music to explore, and I’ve pulled these six off the shelf to get tuned up on this week. Give them a spin and let me know your thoughts—or better yet, share your own Six Pack with me. You’ll hear these tracks soon on WTYU.rocks! […]

December 2, 2024 40

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South Jersey’s Rock Legacy Lives On in Rich Fuscia’s RockSHOTS

Rich Fuscia captured more than memories—he captured a scene that will never come back. Kevin McElroy Editor, Tune Up Magazine It can’t be overstated that Rich Fuscia has documented a moment in music history that we’ll never see again. Sure, he shot just about every big-name rock act you can think of back in the day, but where he truly cemented his legacy was on the local scene. With his […]

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Stryper’s 40th Anniversary Tour Electrifies the Keswick Theatre

November 9, 2024 Article and photos by Melissa DeBrigida-Parent Music Matters Media Productions, LLC Heavy metal fans know there’s nothing quite like the surge of adrenaline that hits when a band you love takes the stage. Now, throw in the high-voltage energy of Stryper—a band that’s been blending faith and furious riffs for four decades—and you’ve got yourself a night that hits harder than a double-shot of espresso. This past […]

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