The first in a series of letters from Popblerd’s editor, MJ.
Posts tagged "Pittsburgh"
“Doin’ It” – An Interview with Bad Rabbits
Hailing from Popblerd’s homebase of Boston, MA, Bad Rabbits have been crafting their blend of r&b, funk, and rock (sprinkled with elements of hardcore) for six years. Building a reputation for their energetic live shows and gaining national recognition for their recorded output, 2013 marks a milestone for the band: the release of their first full-length LP, American Love (2013, Bad Records). What’s more, they’ve got another completed full-length LP in the can. We caught up with Bad Rabbits just before their […]
The Popblerd Travel Guide to Pittsburgh
The Steel City. The City of Champions. The Golden Triangle. Sixburgh. The City of Bridges. Pittsburgh goes by many names, but my personal favorite is of course “home.” I was born and raised in the Pittsburgh area, and a five year notwithstanding, have lived here for as long. One of the things that most surprises me about Pittsburgh is its perception in the broader culture. Oftentimes, when people think “Pittsburgh,” they picture something like this: True, for decades, Pittsburgh was […]
Spin Cycle: Broken Fences, Broken Fences
Since moving back to the area three years ago (three years already?!), one thing that I’ve discovered is that Pittsburgh is an embarrassment of riches as far as music is concerned. We may not have the hipster cache of Portland or Austin, nor the widely acknowledged and mythologized history of New Orleans and Chicago. But I’m consistently amazed at the quality of musicians floating around this city that I so happily call home. My most recent discovery is Broken Fences, […]
We Saw It! Van Halen @ Consol Energy Center, Pittsburgh, PA 3/30/2012
I’ve seen a lot of shows over the years. And while a handful certainly rise above the rest, it’s incredibly rare that I leave a show feeling disappointed. I’m a sucker when it comes to music, and I can pretty easily get lost in the thrill and energy of a live performance. So in those very rare instances that a show flat out disappoints me, something really has to have gone horribly awry with the performance. I can be very […]
Cold as Ice: The Popblerd Rivalry, Part 2
For the vast majority of the NHL season, column writers Jay and I are on pretty good terms, following the action, dividing the writing, and commenting on the league’s many stories, players, and events. But for a few nights each season, the fellowship must be broken. And this week, it was rendered asunder for two straight days. Why? Because his Toronto Maple Leafs and my Pittsburgh Penguins met for a rare back-to-back series, one at each team’s arena. This is […]
Cold as Ice: The Popblerd Rivalry, Part 1
For the vast majority of the NHL season, column writers Jay and I are on pretty good terms, following the action, dividing the writing, and commenting on the league’s many stories, players, and events. But for a few nights each season, the fellowship must be broken. And this week, it was rendered asunder for two straight days. Why? Because his Toronto Maple Leafs and my Pittsburgh Penguins met for a rare back-to-back series, one at each team’s arena. This is […]
Cold as Ice: A West Coaster Visits Consol
Happy holidays, everyone! It’s been a wonderful time with family (time that’s going to keep this post rather short), but in the spirit of giving (and okay, possibly just to gloat), I thought this week I’d share my Christmas gift of the year with you all: a visit to see my favorite Pittsburgh Penguins play a home game at the new Consol Energy Center in Pittsburgh, PA. Now in its second year, Consol feels far more in the heart of […]
Aging Hip Replacement #20: Bad Puppy
Something weird happened when Dave listened to the latest CD by one of his favorite bands. Check out what it was in the latest Aging Hip Replacement column.
Aging Hip Replacement II: Compromise
College for me was supposed to be a stopping point on my way to international stardom. I grew up in a suburb about a half hour outside of Pittsburgh and spent most of my senior year in high school and all of the summer dreaming about getting the hell out of there and to the city. It didn’t matter that Pittsburgh wasn’t New York, it was a first step on my way to New York where real culture presided. My […]
