Tape Swap Radio is an original live music series that was started to spotlight the DIY, punk, and independent music in the Lehigh Valley region of Pennsylvania.
Since 2013, a dedicated group in the Valley's music community has helped create Tape Swap's many parts: radio broadcasts, podcasts, online videos, a twice-annual punk rock flea market, and other live events.
Listen to our radio broadcasts on:
WDIY 88.1 FM - Lehigh Valley Public Radio
Last Friday of the month, 11 pm - 1 am (Eastern)
Listen to the complete latest show that debuted on WDIY 88.1 FM on January 2, 2026 where Shamus and Matt premiere the Shards Session from Bethlehem weirdo experimental rockers Rubix Pube. Plus, a look back at the Lehigh Valley DIY/punk/indie music scene in 2025. Spotify and Tidal playlists of the songs are included, as well.
We sat down with Bethlehem indie folk artist William H. Travis at Lit Roastery and Bakeshop in Bethlehem to discuss the show he was preparing for at the time, the βFellowship of Loveβ at the Gap Theatre; his recently-released album, Ruby; his musical beginnings; and more.
On this episode, we premiere the Shards Session from Lehigh Valley alt-metal band Leadpetal; we feature live sets recorded at the Ice House in Bethlehem in January 2025 from Spoing, Party Nerves, and Fictional Name; and we interview Bethlehem indie folk artist William H. Travis.
Listen to a mixtape made by Lehigh Valley photographer Derick Fiedler aka @tumbleweed_photographer featuring his favorite bands that heβs photographed over the years.
Listen to an interview with and mixtape made by Lehigh Valley bassist Mindie Riley (Ultra Death Cult, ex-Grieving Eucalyptus) that aired during Tape Swap Radioβs broadcast on WDIY 88.1 FM on October 31, 2025. Plus, hear recent live sets recorded at the Ice House in Bethlehem from Toxiq Chameleon, Humilitarian, and Bren.
Listen to a Spotify and Tidal playlist of the music that aired during Tape Swap Radio's broadcast on WDIY 88.1 FM on November 1, 2024. Featuring the premiere of the Rooftop Session from Allentown psych-punk band Pale Fang; plus a Halloween mix of punk, garage rock, indie, and other DIY music.
The Lehigh Valley Punk Rock Flea Market returned to the Ice House in Bethlehem on Saturday, September 6 for the second and final time in 2025 . Check out some photos from the event.
Tape Swap Radio brought the Lehigh Valley Punk Rock Flea Market back to the Ice House in Bethlehem on Saturday. Check out some photos from the event.