Pittsburgh Artist of the Week

Love is hard and Pittsburgh artist Halloway has been through it. Halloway’s new album, “Rhapsody” reads like a novel with each song pushing the tragic tale further while reminding us to love well and love gently.

My Politic is an indie-folk duo who specialize in telling stories through their songs. Their newest release “Signs of Life” is a reminder to stay curious, connected, and engaged with the world especially in these difficult and uncertain times.

Kelly McCafferty loves a good story song — so she shared one of her own ahead of the release of her new EP "Texas Heat." “Red T-Shirt” tells the story of a relationship from start to finish with cinematic detail.

Tony From Bowling is a crushingly loud psychedelic rock band formed while its members attended West Virginia University. Now residing in Pittsburgh, they recently released the album "Appear." Their song “Found Out” is a celebration of staying up all night.

Pittsburgh rapper Saïd is a cultural commentator for whom no topic is off limits. His latest project "Revolutionary But Gorgeous" deals with the unapologetic similarities between politics and the streets — all while staying fresh with a nice pair of sneakers.

ORANGE MUSIC returned this year with another timely love song for Valentine’s Day. “Only One” is smooth and sensual — a trademark of singer and bandleader Isaiah Small.

Pittsburgh rock and roll band Jack Swing have big plans for 2025 and they’re already cooking with the brand-new album “Like Water.” Their song “Meteorite” is all about fighting darkness to make something beautiful.

Pittsburgh-based folk artist Lounna has a new album coming out this week. “Garden For Winter” has what she calls a “badass grandma” vibe full of warm sound and powerful, personal lyrics that deal with grief, healing, and living life intentionally.

Pittsburgh’s Abstract Theory has grown. The jazzy hip-hop project from Louie Petrone is now a fully-functioning live band with a new album on the way. Their new song, “Caught In The Deep,” is an agonizing journey through unrequited love.

Steve Ippolito is a drummer who’s quite adept at crafting soundscapes that can transport you to different musical worlds — if you let them. His latest release, “Silence Is Golden,” revels in knowing when to shut up and watch the chaos fly by.