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One of my favorite pass-times is going out and catching local bands. There's a lot of talent out there that never sees any radio airtime, gets corporate sponsors or gets mainstream distribution. Hidden in local clubs are these treasure troves of talent. On this page, I'll continue to list a few of my favorites. I encourage you to download them, give them a listen, and maybe even purchase their CDs or catch them when they play locally.

Downfall: Pittsburgh's Most Aggressive Metal Band

Distractions: Alternative/Pop band that's been around for years and doesn't get nearly enough attention-- www.distractions.net

Dustin Overbeek: Folk/Christian rocker that has a compelling, private sound with mainstream potential-- www.dustinoverbeek.com
Scott Mangene: a true balladeer. It seems he's just found his acoustic side after years of fronting the jam band, Sideshow Bob. His music seems based on a topic close to his hart--his family. His song about Jack is very cute and a Song for His Wife is straight and true as well. I highly encourage you to check him out: www.scottmangene.com
The Promise
The Jack Song
A Song For My Wife
Ted McCloskey: All around musician featuring everything from folk to rock. I used to enjoy his music with a band called Sideshow Bob. Now he's out on his own and running a few side projects out of State College, good stuff!-- www.tedmccloskey.com
MAINSTREAM FAVORITES
FOO FIGHTERS -- WWW.FOOFIGHTERS.COM
NINE INCH NAILS -- WWW.NIN.COM

LIZ PHAIR -- WWW.LIZPHAIR.COM

RADIOHEAD -- WWW.RADIOHEAD.COM
METALLICA-- WWW.METALLICA.COM
THE CURE -- WWW.THECURE.COM
THE DEAD MILKMEN -- WWW.THEDEADMILKMEN.COM