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Live Nation Operated Ticket Monopoly, Federal Jury Finds
A federal jury delivered a victory to concertgoers Wednesday, ruling the actions of Live Nation and its subsidiary Ticketmaster led to overpriced tickets. It’s unclear what will follow the decision, but the company promises to fight back.
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Our Hosts’ Favorite Guest Tracks From Vinyl Day
Check out these top selections played by guests during last week’s Vinyl Day. Plus, we’ve got a playlist of (nearly) all the songs they spun for you to stream!
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Mannequin Pussy Plays NPR Tiny Desk With String Quartet Accompaniment
The beloved punk rockers from Philadelphia stopped by NPR’s Tiny Desk for a four-song performance, and they were accompanied by a string quartet, bringing new life to the tracks. Watch their set below.
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Doing It Scared: Jada Lee On Faith, Vulnerability, And ‘Love Lives Here’
The Philly transplant from Maryland discussed forgoing a career in medicine to pursue music full time, her new EP ‘Love Lives Here,’ and her history of performing leading up to her biggest gig yet.
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Where’s The Balance? Following And Enjoying New Music In 2026
New music is more available than ever, so how do you balance keeping up with regular releases while still enjoying the listening experience?
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Record Store Day 2026 Events: What’s Happening In The Region
The stores carrying our all-Philly, limited-edition ‘Homegrown Originals Volume 4’ compilation vinyl are hosting performances, giveaways, meet and greets, and more.
