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Adrian Sherwood ponders ‘The Collapse of Everything’
The British record producer talks about releasing his first non-collaborative album in 12 years, plus Sherwood looks back on the U.K.’s electrifying dub scene.
By Miguel Perez
WXPN Local
Watch Philly power pop band Benny P play live at WXPN Studios
The West Philly jangle-popsters show off the infectious melodies and upbeat energy of their debut album ‘No Place’ in this instudio session.
By John Vettese
World Cafe
The Culture Corner: Santana’s ‘Abraxas’ was a blend of musical traditions
World Cafe correspondent John Morrison revisits the rock band’s chart-topping sophomore album from 1970.
Concert Reviews
Sam Fender brings big Brit rock riffs and good times to The Fillmore
From intimate moments to soaring choruses, Fender proved why he’s a rising star.
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How Stephen King helped The Beths’ Liz Stokes write again
Lead vocalist and songwriter Liz Stokes took pointers from Stephen King’s On Writing to get the New Zealand band’s creative energy flowing.
WXPN Local
Inside the Clef Club’s Love Supreme Weekend
The Philadelphia Jazz institution will pay tribute to one of the highest artistic achievements of the 20th Century, John Coltrane’s ‘A Love Supreme.’
September 22, 2025 | By WXPN
XPoNential Music Festival 2025
Courtney Barnett jams with Kurt Vile to close out XPNFest
The Melbourne rocker delivered a long-awaited show for her Philly-area fans at Wiggins Park tonight.
