Eastern Pennsylvania Interview | IntoxXxication | PA Scene | the Pennsylvania Rock Show 826

Episode 826 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show features 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:

• The origins of Burnt Santa in the 1990s metal scene
• Anthony Zangara and Henry Ray Branch’s songwriting partnership
• Reviving classic material for modern audiences
• The rebirth and evolution into 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 metal podcast interviews will enjoy this episode spotlighting musicians dedicated to keeping traditional heavy metal alive.

The Pennsylvania Rock Show continues to support the Pittsburgh and Pennsylvania independent music scene, showcasing emerging artists, veteran musicians, and underground bands from across the region.