Pennsylvania Rock and Blues Rock Interview | IntoxXxication | PA Scene | the Pennsylvania Rock Show 826

Pennsylvania Rock and Blues Rock Interview | IntoxXxication | PA Scene | the Pennsylvania Rock Show 826

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May 12, 2026 · 1h 1m

About this episode

Episode 826 features an interview with heavy metal bands Burnt Santa and IntoxXxication, exploring their history and evolution.

Burnt Santa & IntoxXxication Episode information: Episode 826 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show features heavy metal bands Burnt Santa and IntoxXxication , as host Bill dives into the history, rebirth, and continuing legacy of these underground projects. Founded in the 1990s by longtime collaborators Anthony Zangara and Henry Ray Branch , Burnt Santa became known for its dedication to blues rock. Anthony and Henry served as the primary songwriters behind the band’s catalog. Many of the songs discussed during this episode were originally written and copyrighted during the late 1990s and early 2000s, preserving a creative era rooted in classic underground. Now, the rebranding and resurrection of IntoxXxication is bringing renewed life to the band’s heavy sound while introducing it to a new generation of metal fans. In Episode 826, listeners will hear about: • Anthony Zangara and Henry Ray Branch’s songwriting partnership • Reviving classic material for modern audiences • The rebirth and evolution of IntoxXxication • The importance of underground and independent music Fans of classic heavy metal, underground metal, 80s inspired metal bands, independent hard rock, blues rock, and…

People in this episode

Host: Bill

Topics covered

  • heavy metal
  • blues rock
  • underground music
  • songwriting
  • music history
  • band evolution

Keywords

  • heavy metal
  • blues rock
  • IntoxXxication
  • Burnt Santa
  • music interview
  • underground music
  • songwriting
  • Pittsburgh music

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Burnt Santa, IntoxXxication, Pennsylvania Rock Show

Places: Pennsylvania

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