Episode 819 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show features Pittsburgh hard rock band Mimic, as they celebrate the release of their first original single, “Shadowbox.” Host Bill sits down with the band to discuss their evolution from a high-energy cover band to original recording artists in the Pittsburgh music scene.
Formed in 2022, Mimic has quickly built a reputation as a versatile and crowd-pleasing hard rock band, performing covers that span five decades of rock music—from the 1970s, 80s, and 90s to modern rock hits. Their ability to deliver a wide range of styles has made them a standout act in the Western Pennsylvania live music circuit, attracting fans of classic rock, alternative rock, and modern hard rock alike.
With the release of “Shadowbox,” Mimic takes a major step forward, showcasing their own songwriting, musical identity, and creative direction. The track highlights their transition into the world of independent original music, while still maintaining the energy and influence of the rock eras that shaped them.
In this episode, listeners will hear about:
• The formation of Mimic and their journey since 2022
• Performing hard rock covers across multiple decades
• The inspiration and creation of their debut original song “Shadowbox”
• The transition from cover band to original recording artist
• Their role in the Pittsburgh independent music scene
• What’s next for Mimic, including future music and live shows
Fans of hard rock, classic rock, cover bands, emerging artists, and independent music podcasts will enjoy this episode highlighting a band on the rise in the Pittsburgh music community.
Discover more about Mimic and their music at:
www.mimicband.com/
