Why Third Eye Blind is donating profits from its new EP to the Warhol Museum
“You don’t meet a lot of cowards in Pittsburgh.”
Homicide charges filed against Michael Rosfeld, the officer who fatally shot Antwon Rose
Allegheny County D.A. Stephen Zappala said the officer’s actions were intentional, and said Rose “didn’t do anything resembling any crimes.”
7 Days of Concerts
It might be the week of Independence Day but there are still plenty of shows to rock out to, like the pop-punk of SECRETS or the funky jams of Snarky Puppy. Or, you can have your heart torn in half and sewn back together by Neko Case. Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday
Timeline of events in Antwon Rose shooting and protests
Since Antwon Rose was killed by East Pittsburgh Police Officer Michael Rosfeld on June 19, there have been at least a dozen protests, and charges have been filed against Rosfeld, the other passenger who was in the same car as Rose, and a Sewickley man who allegedly drove through a crowd of protestors. Here’s everything…
CP’s July Fourth all-day marathon of events
It involves exercise, Bill Pullman and flags
Lynn Cullen Live – 6/26/18
Video Archive Lynn and Susan are starting off the show this morning with a discussion of shaming. Susan is talking about how she can’t be silent anymore. They are also mentioning Prince William’s visit to Israel, specifically his reaction to Yad Vashem, The World Holocaust Remembrance Center. This has lead to a discussion of an…
Lynn Cullen Live – 6/25/18
Video Archive To start off this week Lynn is touching upon many topics, including today’s funeral for Antwon Rose. Protests are expected to pick back up tomorrow. Also, Tump’s approval rating with Republicans is now at 90%. The main subject she is covering today is the public shaming of elected officials. Some examples are Kristjen…
Pittsburgh protests of slain teen Antwon Rose extend into weekend
Citizens take to various neighborhoods in wake of 17-year-old Antwon Rose’s killing by East Pittsburgh police
Lynn Cullen Live – 6/22/18
Video Archive We’re starting this Friday’s show with the big local story from last night; the protest over the death of Antwon Rose that shut down the Parkway East. In addition Lynn is talking about how we seem to be living in a constant maelstrom of chaos, and the unbelievable. An example is the “I…
Should a Larimer parking lot also be pitched as a transit center?
Mass transit advocates say a proposed Larimer development is offering conflicting visions how people move around the East End.
Pittsburgh rally for police-shooting victim Antwon Rose begs people to get politically involved
A Downtown rally attracted thousands of protesters who focused on getting justice for Rose, and political action so it doesn’t happen again.
Lynn Cullen Live – 6/21/18
Video Archive Lynn is starting off the show today talking about Trump’s executive order from last night. The fact that this doesn’t change enough. Now family units will be used instead of separating children from parents. This is a result of a leader who is incapable of thoughtfulness. She is also having second thought on…
Lynn Cullen Live – 6/20/18
Video Archive Lynn is picking up today’s show right where she left off yesterday, discussing the separating of children from parents. Tonight is the first opportunity in Pittsburgh to take to the streets. All the information can be found in the link below. Also, Holy Family Institute, housing some of these children from age 4…
A how-to guide for musicians
Self-promotion is essential for musicians. When pitching to music journalists around town, heed these helpful tips: Find a form Send music in an easily accessible listening format. Bandcamp and Soundcloud links work great, but if you’re sending your songs via Google Drive, be sure to put them in a folder. Nobody has time to download…
Cool Like Dat to bring local black musicians together in Market Square
Anqwenique Wingfield is a classically trained opera singer with a soprano voice that is powerful and impressive. But she grew up in Homewood, listening to jazz, funk and R&B, and she’s been breaking the mold. “A lot of my creative practice is trying to break down the barriers that exist between genres of music as…
Fortune Teller releases self-titled, full-length debut
Fortune Teller Fortune Teller Self-released fortunetellerpgh.bandcamp.com Fortune Teller’s fuzzy stoner rock and its garage-y roots come to life on a full-length, self-titled debut. The record clocks in at a little under 50 minutes, but if you’re accustomed to the patient, meandering stoner rock genre it’ll be nothing new. Fortune Teller is strong and cohesive with…
Tale of Two Promoters: Joshua Bakaitus and Brett Shumaker
JOSHUA BAKAITUS Company: Mr. Smalls Presents Title: Partner/Talent Buyer Bio: Began booking shows at 13. Started Bridgeport Promotions at 19. Former VP at Drusky Entertainment. He says: “I liked bringing people together and introducing people to something different, which I still do. That’s probably the main reason I still do what I do.” Twitter: @joshbakaitus…
American Planning Association podcast features Pittsburgh city planner Kristin Saunders
If I told you to listen to a podcast from the American Planning Association, you’d probably say “what?” or “no.” But what if I told you they had a Pittsburgh-centered episode? A-ha, your interest piqued now that it’s about you. People Behind the Plans, a series from the APA podcast hosted by Courtney Kashima in…
Free Will Astrology
ARIES (March 21-April 19): According to my analysis of the astrological omens, you have cosmic permission to enjoy extra helpings of waffles, crepes, pancakes and blintzes. Eating additional pastries and doughnuts is also encouraged. Why? Because it’s high time for you to acquire more ballast. You need more gravitas and greater stability. You can’t afford…
Savage Love
I am a 24-year-old straight guy who recently broke up with my girlfriend of more than four years. One of the reasons we broke up was a general lack of sexually compatibility. She had a particular aversion to oral sex — both giving and receiving. I didn’t get a blowjob the whole time we were…
Some Good Music Videos by Pittsburgh artists
1,2,3: “Scared But Not That Scared” (2012) directed by Sue-Ling Braun In typical fashion for this crew, this song and video are both charming and unsettling. It covers a cult, poisonous pudding and a cute ass animated asteroid headed for earth. Badboxes: “The Mystery” (2014) directed by Thom Glunt This video is about as ambitious…
Checking up on the Pittsburgh Music Ecosystem Project eight months after its launch
Walk down the streets of a city like New Orleans, Austin or Nashville at night, and you’ll hear the sounds of music emanating from venues. Here in Pittsburgh, though, the sounds of live music can get a club’s management in trouble. Under current regulations, a venue’s liquor license can be called into question if music…
Top 5 Unforgettable Pittsburgh sports songs
“Here We Go” A regularly-updated, migraine-inducing ditty that proves Pittsburgh is a Steelers town with a cheesy theme problem. “Beat ’Em Bucs (the Bucs Are Going All the Way)” Harsh truth, Steelers Nation: songs about the Pirates have always been superior. We offer as evidence, from 1960, the Coca-Cola Classic of Pittsburgh sports tunes. Or…
Self-promotion as an art
Modern musicians face unique challenges in self-promotion, given the sheer quantity of artists and the ubiquity of internet access. With so many artists having so much reach, putting on unique events and choosing what to post on the Internet has never been trickier. Some Pittsburgh artists have figured it out. Redfishbowl is a collective of…
Top 5 Pittsburgh songs
“A Good Man is Hard to Find (Pittsburgh)” After an opening that notes “it’s cloudy out in Pittsburgh, raining in Saigon,” Bruce Springsteen spins a yarn about broken hearts and promises. You know … new territory for The Boss. “The Range War” There are thirsty cows awaiting their maker on a farm near Pittsburgh, which…
Eat Me: Cajun Remy Chicken taco
Location: Doce Taqueria, 1220 E. Carson St., South Side Ambiance: Steady stream of customers. Pop-punk blasting from the speakers. Lots of sugar-skull artwork. Everyone in the place, both customers and staff, is in good spirits. What we ate: Cajun Remy Chicken taco Cost: $3 Hot Take: I got the special of the day, a taco…
MUSIC ISSUE: Where to see live music and buy local
VENUE HIGHLIGHTS There are tons of venues in Pittsburgh, each with their own quirks and strengths and communities. In honor of City Paper’s Music Issue, here are just a few venues of interest to get you hungry to do some exploring yourself. Smiling Moose 1306 E. Carson St., South Side smiling-moose.com This venue is one…
Feminist Zine Fest Pittsburgh fosters community for its participants and readers
A “zine” is a foreshortening of magazine, and a cultural phenomenon of non-commercially published material that usually includes artwork, often devoted to specialized and unconventional subjects. Also see definition for rad. Pittsburgh has been a hotbed for zine culture over the decades, stemming from its do-it-yourself culture and small artists communities. In 2011, the Pittsburgh Zine…
Spike your summer reading list
Whether lounging by the pool or killing time at the airport, summer offers a chance to kick back and catch up on reading. Here are a few new boozy books to consider. Drinking Distilled: A User’s Manual by Jeffrey Morgenthaler For years, Jeffrey Morgenthaler has run an excellent website for bartenders, where he sporadically posts…
Top 5 Pittsburgh Concerts (since moving here in August 2005)
The Roots at Carnegie Mellon University (free!) April 2008 I have seen some good free shows, but nothing will ever compare to this one. There were extended drum solos (Questlove’s sticks lit up!), extended un-boring jam sessions and of course, Tuba Gooding Jr. Delicate Steve at Thunderbird Cafe April 2015 This one was so good…
Top 5 Not ‘Pittsburgh’ Songs
“Clarinet Concerto” As swan songs go, this finale from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is, uh, pretty OK. “Rapper’s Delight” Quoth the Sugarhill Gang: bubba to the bang bang boogie, boogie to the boogie! “Shake It Off” A few years later, we still can’t. Damn you, Taylor Swift! “We Are the Champions” Queen’s classic is now playing in…
Top 5 Best Pittsburgh jingles
“Century III Chevrolet” The granddaddy of Pittsburgh jingles. Random shouts of “minutes from the mall!” can be heard at many a Pittsburgh gathering. It’s cheesy, but Lebanon Church Road will live in our collective memory forever thanks to it. “Molyneux Tile Carpet Wood” The entire jingle is “feel the comfort of home, get to…
Three artists of note at Pittsburgh’s Feminist Zine Fest
“Learning Good Consent,” Fair Moans This self-described, sex-positive collective is a great source of information for those who are looking to get down while gettin’ down with safety, consent and a little bit of kink. Tabling at FZF with a welcoming attitude, body-safe products and informative and sexy zines, like “Learning Good Consent,” this zine…
A new update of RUSafe app seeks to help victims of domestic violence
Domestic abuse affects people of all ages, genders and races. Aspirant, in partnership with the Women’s Center and Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh (WC&S), looks to make finding resources and help easier for victims through an updated version of its app, RUSafe. “[Abuse] is a real problem, and you’re just seeing the beginning of it coming…
Hearts Beat Loud isn’t the movie it wants to be
The trailer for indie dramedy Hearts Beat Loud, out Friday, has everything a good trailer should: catchy song, lively montages and enough to pique your interest into watching the full-length feature. But watching the movie feels too much like watching an extended version of the trailer. The entire time, it seems like the real movie…
Southwestern Pa. United Way wants to help disadvantaged kids ride their first bike
Riding and owning a bike is a rite of passage for most people. But just because everyone should be able to ride their own bike, doesn’t mean that everyone gets to. United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania is intent on giving hundreds of kids that chance. For the fifth consecutive year, the organization is staging a…
Take a trip to the Amalfi Coast with a sip of limoncello
With long summer days stretching into hazy evenings, the idea of getting away from the city may be fresh on the mind. While a summer vacation may or may not be in the cards, a sip of limoncello can temporarily transport the imbiber to the beaches and lemon trees of the Amalfi Coast. Limoncello…
Local psychiatrist Dr. Gary Swanson discusses rising suicide rates and how to help
As has become common when high-profile people take their own lives, the recent deaths of Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain have thrust the topic of rising suicide rates back into the American spotlight. Nationally, rates have been increasing for decades; suicides in Allegheny County are higher than average. Dr. Gary Swanson, longtime psychiatrist at Allegheny…
7 Days of Concerts
From the raw, political punk of Appalachian Terror Unit to the mysterious cloaked synthwave of Magic Sword, this week in Pittsburgh shows is going to be a doozy. Find yourself in your feelings while watching Soccer Mommy or dance the evening away to Descartes a Kant. Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday
Groups are the only good thing left on Facebook
Going on Facebook has started to feel like being stuck in a joyless marriage, only instead of silence, the torture comes in form of despair-inducing articles, updates from high school enemies and notifications for events you would never attend. I can pinpoint when Facebook, against all odds, recently started to feel fun. When I discovered…
Examining the intersections of the music and service industries
The late, great Anthony Bourdain compared kitchen life to a pirate ship: employees are the crew, bonded by companionship born of a nightly trial-by-fire nature. Yet there’s also a meticulously choreographed dance that makes up the workings of meal service. Restaurant work is a fast-paced, on-the-go profession that requires creativity, flexibility and constant adaptation in…
A look inside NatuRoll’s rolled ice cream kitchen
A look behind the scenes of NatuRoll’s rolled ice cream in Lawrenceville.
