Thirty years ago, as a student at Syracuse University, Chicago native and aspiring musician Ken Goldstein visited the Buffalo area and got a glimpse of how the closing of the local steel mill in Lackawanna, N.Y. put thousands out of work and gutted a community. In the ensuing days, he penned a song, “Bethlehem Steel,” that he’s carried with him throughout his career.
Riverside Films is nearing completion of “Make Art Local,” a Bethlehem-centric documentary “that celebrates and investigates the history and future of grassroots arts in Bethlehem.”
Now, they need your help to finish the project.
Rofo Audio, a rock band from nearby Royersford, took 18 months to create their debut album, “Now Broadcasting.” Their passion towards this project shines through, not only in the band’s music, but in the band’s willingness to document its journey for all to see.
We were made aware of this band and its webisode series Inside “Now Broadcasting” on our Facebook page, and we wanted to make sure we shared it. It’s an honest and in-depth look at the band’s creative process, and we think creators of original music will be able to relate.
The first episode is below for your convenience!