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Local favorites stand out among national acts at 63rd Philly Folk Fest
As a lifelong Philadelphia Folk Festival attendee, witnessing this volunteer-run institution emerge from post-COVID turmoil has been truly remarkable. While the volunteer core has…
As a lifelong Philadelphia Folk Festival attendee, witnessing this volunteer-run institution emerge from post-COVID turmoil has been truly remarkable. While the volunteer core has…
Local favorites stand out among national acts at 63rd Philly Folk Fest
As a lifelong Philadelphia Folk Festival attendee, witnessing this volunteer-run institution emerge from post-COVID turmoil has been truly remarkable. While the volunteer core has…
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Low Cut Connie gives love to South Philly’s diversity and toughness at steamy, free street show
“We’re getting down here with the people,” quite literally. That’s the first line of the chorus of Low Cut Connie’s “Boozophilia,” the breakthrough hit…
“We’re getting down here with the people,” quite literally. That’s the first line of the chorus of Low Cut Connie’s “Boozophilia,” the breakthrough hit…
Low Cut Connie gives love to South Philly’s diversity and toughness at steamy, free street show
“We’re getting down here with the people,” quite literally. That’s the first line of the chorus of Low Cut Connie’s “Boozophilia,” the breakthrough hit…
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Jill Scott plays the hits on ‘To Whom This May Concern’ tour at The Met
There’s a scene in the 2005 concert documentary Dave Chappelle’s Block Party where Jill Scott tells us exactly who she is. Seated in the…
There’s a scene in the 2005 concert documentary Dave Chappelle’s Block Party where Jill Scott tells us exactly who she is. Seated in the…
Jill Scott plays the hits on ‘To Whom This May Concern’ tour at The Met
There’s a scene in the 2005 concert documentary Dave Chappelle’s Block Party where Jill Scott tells us exactly who she is. Seated in the…
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Make The World Better concerts rock The Dell to help rehab Philly parks and rec centers
Night One — Pavement and Ratboys It was a perfect summer night at the Dell Music Center as two of the finest alt-rock outfits…
Night One — Pavement and Ratboys It was a perfect summer night at the Dell Music Center as two of the finest alt-rock outfits…
Make The World Better concerts rock The Dell to help rehab Philly parks and rec centers
Night One — Pavement and Ratboys It was a perfect summer night at the Dell Music Center as two of the finest alt-rock outfits…
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Man Man makes triumphant return to Philly
The prodigious son of Philly indie music absurdism, Honus Honus, aka Ryan Kattner, returned to Underground Arts Thursday to mark Man Man’s hometown stop…
The prodigious son of Philly indie music absurdism, Honus Honus, aka Ryan Kattner, returned to Underground Arts Thursday to mark Man Man’s hometown stop…
Man Man makes triumphant return to Philly
The prodigious son of Philly indie music absurdism, Honus Honus, aka Ryan Kattner, returned to Underground Arts Thursday to mark Man Man’s hometown stop…
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The Strokes highlight classic 2000s tracks at sold-out Philly show
The Strokes are a sort of generational band. Created in the late 90’s and putting out records semi-regularly since, they’ve garnered an all-ages fan…
The Strokes are a sort of generational band. Created in the late 90’s and putting out records semi-regularly since, they’ve garnered an all-ages fan…
The Strokes highlight classic 2000s tracks at sold-out Philly show
The Strokes are a sort of generational band. Created in the late 90’s and putting out records semi-regularly since, they’ve garnered an all-ages fan…
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Spoon gets the crowd moving at The Fillmore
Indie rock rarely sits still long enough to be studied or defined, but it has suffered the same criticisms since The Clean and the…
Indie rock rarely sits still long enough to be studied or defined, but it has suffered the same criticisms since The Clean and the…
Spoon gets the crowd moving at The Fillmore
Indie rock rarely sits still long enough to be studied or defined, but it has suffered the same criticisms since The Clean and the…
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Philly’s A Country Western, Ruth in the Bardo join Horse Jumper of Love for riverside show
The Spruce Harbor Live & Local Series of concerts is in full swing, and last Thursday Massachusetts-based Horse Jumper of Love were joined by…
The Spruce Harbor Live & Local Series of concerts is in full swing, and last Thursday Massachusetts-based Horse Jumper of Love were joined by…
Philly’s A Country Western, Ruth in the Bardo join Horse Jumper of Love for riverside show
The Spruce Harbor Live & Local Series of concerts is in full swing, and last Thursday Massachusetts-based Horse Jumper of Love were joined by…
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Jack Antonoff brings the full Bleachers band in return to Philly
On a beautiful summer night, Jack Antonoff and his band Bleachers took us from The Mann to New Jersey. Walking out to Sinatra classic,…
On a beautiful summer night, Jack Antonoff and his band Bleachers took us from The Mann to New Jersey. Walking out to Sinatra classic,…
Jack Antonoff brings the full Bleachers band in return to Philly
On a beautiful summer night, Jack Antonoff and his band Bleachers took us from The Mann to New Jersey. Walking out to Sinatra classic,…
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Holly Humberstone leans on the rock of pop rock at TLA show
Long before the doors opened Tuesday night, a line stretched down South Street for Holly Humberstone’s sold-out show at the Theatre of Living Arts.…
Long before the doors opened Tuesday night, a line stretched down South Street for Holly Humberstone’s sold-out show at the Theatre of Living Arts.…
Holly Humberstone leans on the rock of pop rock at TLA show
Long before the doors opened Tuesday night, a line stretched down South Street for Holly Humberstone’s sold-out show at the Theatre of Living Arts.…
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James Blake brings a fluid, unfixed set to Franklin Music Hall
James Blake’s music is often discussed in terms of production. Since emerging from the UK’s post-dubstep scene in the late 2000s, the British singer,…
James Blake’s music is often discussed in terms of production. Since emerging from the UK’s post-dubstep scene in the late 2000s, the British singer,…
James Blake brings a fluid, unfixed set to Franklin Music Hall
James Blake’s music is often discussed in terms of production. Since emerging from the UK’s post-dubstep scene in the late 2000s, the British singer,…
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Roots Picnic celebrates local acts alongside headliners JAŸ-Z and Erykah Badu at Belmont Plateau
Belmont Plateau was the center of the music world this past weekend as people flocked to the 18th annual Roots Picnic. For nearly the…
Belmont Plateau was the center of the music world this past weekend as people flocked to the 18th annual Roots Picnic. For nearly the…
Roots Picnic celebrates local acts alongside headliners JAŸ-Z and Erykah Badu at Belmont Plateau
Belmont Plateau was the center of the music world this past weekend as people flocked to the 18th annual Roots Picnic. For nearly the…
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The Head and The Heart pay tribute to debut album at Keswick Theatre
Fifteen years ago, Seattle-based indie-folk band The Head and The Heart released their debut namesake album. To commemorate this crucial moment, the band announced…
Fifteen years ago, Seattle-based indie-folk band The Head and The Heart released their debut namesake album. To commemorate this crucial moment, the band announced…
The Head and The Heart pay tribute to debut album at Keswick Theatre
Fifteen years ago, Seattle-based indie-folk band The Head and The Heart released their debut namesake album. To commemorate this crucial moment, the band announced…
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CMAT gets silly in Philly
A moonwalking bassist, a drummer who was crowned the lesbian queen, and Skirt Cobain walk into a venue. It may sound like the beginning of a…
A moonwalking bassist, a drummer who was crowned the lesbian queen, and Skirt Cobain walk into a venue. It may sound like the beginning of a…
CMAT gets silly in Philly
A moonwalking bassist, a drummer who was crowned the lesbian queen, and Skirt Cobain walk into a venue. It may sound like the beginning of a…
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Sing Us Home Festival’s joy gets amplified by perfect weather
Sing Us Home Festival was back in Manayunk over the weekend for its fourth year, and Philadelphia’s own Dave and Tim Hause — who…
Sing Us Home Festival was back in Manayunk over the weekend for its fourth year, and Philadelphia’s own Dave and Tim Hause — who…
Sing Us Home Festival’s joy gets amplified by perfect weather
Sing Us Home Festival was back in Manayunk over the weekend for its fourth year, and Philadelphia’s own Dave and Tim Hause — who…
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TLA Goes Goth At Clan of Xymox, Cold Cave Show
A post-punk, industrial, and darkwave show co-headlined by Cold Cave and Clan of Xymox led to hordes of humans donned in dark overtaking the…
A post-punk, industrial, and darkwave show co-headlined by Cold Cave and Clan of Xymox led to hordes of humans donned in dark overtaking the…
TLA Goes Goth At Clan of Xymox, Cold Cave Show
A post-punk, industrial, and darkwave show co-headlined by Cold Cave and Clan of Xymox led to hordes of humans donned in dark overtaking the…
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Stepping Into Zinadelphia’s Boutique
“Everything I seek is also seeking me,” sings Zinadelphia on the title track of her new EP, The Boutique. It’s a phrase that doubles…
“Everything I seek is also seeking me,” sings Zinadelphia on the title track of her new EP, The Boutique. It’s a phrase that doubles…
Stepping Into Zinadelphia’s Boutique
“Everything I seek is also seeking me,” sings Zinadelphia on the title track of her new EP, The Boutique. It’s a phrase that doubles…
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Black Buttafly, Denison Witmer, John Faye Showcase Local Music Prowess At Homegrown Originals Gig
WXPN Thursday night was packed with local music aficionados there to catch three standout artists who are featured on our limited-release, all-Philly vinyl album…
WXPN Thursday night was packed with local music aficionados there to catch three standout artists who are featured on our limited-release, all-Philly vinyl album…
Black Buttafly, Denison Witmer, John Faye Showcase Local Music Prowess At Homegrown Originals Gig
WXPN Thursday night was packed with local music aficionados there to catch three standout artists who are featured on our limited-release, all-Philly vinyl album…
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Waxahatchee And MJ Lenderman Shrink The Met Down To An Intimate Living Room
MJ Lenderman and Waxahatchee were back in Philadelphia for a springtime show as a duo over the weekend. The pair sold out The Met…
MJ Lenderman and Waxahatchee were back in Philadelphia for a springtime show as a duo over the weekend. The pair sold out The Met…
Waxahatchee And MJ Lenderman Shrink The Met Down To An Intimate Living Room
MJ Lenderman and Waxahatchee were back in Philadelphia for a springtime show as a duo over the weekend. The pair sold out The Met…
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Tigers Jaw Leave Sold-Out Union Transfer Crowd A ‘Sweaty, Happy Mess’
Tigers Jaw touched down from the emo-sphere last night at a sold-out Union Transfer and played a whopping, high-energy 22-song set. The Scranton exports…
Tigers Jaw touched down from the emo-sphere last night at a sold-out Union Transfer and played a whopping, high-energy 22-song set. The Scranton exports…
Tigers Jaw Leave Sold-Out Union Transfer Crowd A ‘Sweaty, Happy Mess’
Tigers Jaw touched down from the emo-sphere last night at a sold-out Union Transfer and played a whopping, high-energy 22-song set. The Scranton exports…
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Hayley Williams’ Philly Spectacular
Is Ego Death right for you? Just before Hayley Williams took the stage at a sold-out Franklin Music Hall, she played what sounded like…
Is Ego Death right for you? Just before Hayley Williams took the stage at a sold-out Franklin Music Hall, she played what sounded like…
Hayley Williams’ Philly Spectacular
Is Ego Death right for you? Just before Hayley Williams took the stage at a sold-out Franklin Music Hall, she played what sounded like…
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Glen Hansard Is Making a New Album in Philadelphia and He Just Previewed It to a Sold Out Room
We might be able to break a little news here: Philadelphia, over these last few hard months, Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard has been in…
We might be able to break a little news here: Philadelphia, over these last few hard months, Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard has been in…
Glen Hansard Is Making a New Album in Philadelphia and He Just Previewed It to a Sold Out Room
We might be able to break a little news here: Philadelphia, over these last few hard months, Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard has been in…
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In The Meadow With Madison Cunningham
Among pots of lush greenery and lavender, Madison Cunningham soundtracked a mystical night at Ardmore Music Hall Thursday. Touring on her newest album Ace,…
Among pots of lush greenery and lavender, Madison Cunningham soundtracked a mystical night at Ardmore Music Hall Thursday. Touring on her newest album Ace,…
In The Meadow With Madison Cunningham
Among pots of lush greenery and lavender, Madison Cunningham soundtracked a mystical night at Ardmore Music Hall Thursday. Touring on her newest album Ace,…
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The Teaches of Peaches Pull No Punches at Union Transfer
The Teaches of Peaches are pretty simple. Basically, the rules are: “Be nice” and “Stop policing our bodies and what we do with them.” Likewise,…
The Teaches of Peaches are pretty simple. Basically, the rules are: “Be nice” and “Stop policing our bodies and what we do with them.” Likewise,…
The Teaches of Peaches Pull No Punches at Union Transfer
The Teaches of Peaches are pretty simple. Basically, the rules are: “Be nice” and “Stop policing our bodies and what we do with them.” Likewise,…
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Brandi Carlile Made Xfinity Mobile Arena Feel Intimate on Her Opening Night in Philadelphia
The first show on a tour, I believe, always carries a particular kind of excitement: There’s a sense that anything can happen. By every…
The first show on a tour, I believe, always carries a particular kind of excitement: There’s a sense that anything can happen. By every…
Brandi Carlile Made Xfinity Mobile Arena Feel Intimate on Her Opening Night in Philadelphia
The first show on a tour, I believe, always carries a particular kind of excitement: There’s a sense that anything can happen. By every…
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Philly Braves the Cold for Kashus Culpepper
“I’m a long way from home /It must be something about the weather, babe/That makes me feel so alone” — Culpepper sings to start…
“I’m a long way from home /It must be something about the weather, babe/That makes me feel so alone” — Culpepper sings to start…
Philly Braves the Cold for Kashus Culpepper
“I’m a long way from home /It must be something about the weather, babe/That makes me feel so alone” — Culpepper sings to start…
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Cate Le Bon Brought Honest To Goodness Art Rock To Union Transfer
Women of the world, take overBecause if you don’t, the world will come to an endAnd we haven’t got longWomen of the world, take…
Women of the world, take overBecause if you don’t, the world will come to an endAnd we haven’t got longWomen of the world, take…
Cate Le Bon Brought Honest To Goodness Art Rock To Union Transfer
Women of the world, take overBecause if you don’t, the world will come to an endAnd we haven’t got longWomen of the world, take…
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The War On Drugs’ Drugcember Rocked The Dickens Out Of This Town
TO BEGIN WITH, Marley was dead. Lennon was dead. Jerry was dead. Rock itself — dead! But people kept doing it anyway. Rock was…
TO BEGIN WITH, Marley was dead. Lennon was dead. Jerry was dead. Rock itself — dead! But people kept doing it anyway. Rock was…
The War On Drugs’ Drugcember Rocked The Dickens Out Of This Town
TO BEGIN WITH, Marley was dead. Lennon was dead. Jerry was dead. Rock itself — dead! But people kept doing it anyway. Rock was…
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They Are Gutting A Body Of Water Closes Out A Big 2025 at the First Unitarian Church
The local shoegaze trailblazers known as They Are Gutting A Body Of Water (or TAGABOW) may have reached a new peak this year: Starting…
The local shoegaze trailblazers known as They Are Gutting A Body Of Water (or TAGABOW) may have reached a new peak this year: Starting…
They Are Gutting A Body Of Water Closes Out A Big 2025 at the First Unitarian Church
The local shoegaze trailblazers known as They Are Gutting A Body Of Water (or TAGABOW) may have reached a new peak this year: Starting…
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Portugal. The Man Shake Up Philadelphia
Union Transfer gathered under the full moon this Thursday, dancing and howling the night away with Portugal. The Man. Yes, you read that right…
Union Transfer gathered under the full moon this Thursday, dancing and howling the night away with Portugal. The Man. Yes, you read that right…
Portugal. The Man Shake Up Philadelphia
Union Transfer gathered under the full moon this Thursday, dancing and howling the night away with Portugal. The Man. Yes, you read that right…
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Die Spitz and Babe Haven Ring the Bell at First Unitarian Church
Hailing from Austin, Texas, Die Spitz is one of those bands that grasps onto reality long enough that fans actually slow down for once…
Hailing from Austin, Texas, Die Spitz is one of those bands that grasps onto reality long enough that fans actually slow down for once…
Die Spitz and Babe Haven Ring the Bell at First Unitarian Church
Hailing from Austin, Texas, Die Spitz is one of those bands that grasps onto reality long enough that fans actually slow down for once…
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Inside Geese mania at Union Transfer
Remember the last time you were counting down the days to a show? I bet that’s how many of the attendees of Geese’s sold-out…
Remember the last time you were counting down the days to a show? I bet that’s how many of the attendees of Geese’s sold-out…
Inside Geese mania at Union Transfer
Remember the last time you were counting down the days to a show? I bet that’s how many of the attendees of Geese’s sold-out…
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Philly’s Lilith Fair tribute honors women artists, raises funds for queer youth
“In my Lilith Fair era,” writes one woman on the r/AskWomenOver30 subreddit asking for music recommendations — and she’s not alone. Her sentiment speaks…
“In my Lilith Fair era,” writes one woman on the r/AskWomenOver30 subreddit asking for music recommendations — and she’s not alone. Her sentiment speaks…
Philly’s Lilith Fair tribute honors women artists, raises funds for queer youth
“In my Lilith Fair era,” writes one woman on the r/AskWomenOver30 subreddit asking for music recommendations — and she’s not alone. Her sentiment speaks…
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Big Thief is incomprehensible at The Met
Three years isn’t long for any other band to spend between records, except Big Thief. Earlier this year, the illustrious indie act followed up…
Three years isn’t long for any other band to spend between records, except Big Thief. Earlier this year, the illustrious indie act followed up…
Big Thief is incomprehensible at The Met
Three years isn’t long for any other band to spend between records, except Big Thief. Earlier this year, the illustrious indie act followed up…
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Jeff Tweedy Brings Twilight Override to Union Transfer
“I think he is going through something… but I think it’s good,” is what I say to my partner over Sunday dinner when she…
“I think he is going through something… but I think it’s good,” is what I say to my partner over Sunday dinner when she…
Jeff Tweedy Brings Twilight Override to Union Transfer
“I think he is going through something… but I think it’s good,” is what I say to my partner over Sunday dinner when she…
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Horrendous Lástima, and Shygodwin close out Philly Music Fest
This year’s Philly Music Fest ended this past weekend at a packed, raucous MilkBoy, with metal bands Horrendous, Lástima, and Shygodwin. Shygodwin kicked the…
This year’s Philly Music Fest ended this past weekend at a packed, raucous MilkBoy, with metal bands Horrendous, Lástima, and Shygodwin. Shygodwin kicked the…
Horrendous Lástima, and Shygodwin close out Philly Music Fest
This year’s Philly Music Fest ended this past weekend at a packed, raucous MilkBoy, with metal bands Horrendous, Lástima, and Shygodwin. Shygodwin kicked the…
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The Art of Appreciation: Pat Finnerty and Friends Pay Homage to Tom Petty on his 75th Birthday
There was no shortage of star power as the Philadelphia Tom Petty Appreciation Band took to the stage at a packed Union Transfer to…
There was no shortage of star power as the Philadelphia Tom Petty Appreciation Band took to the stage at a packed Union Transfer to…
The Art of Appreciation: Pat Finnerty and Friends Pay Homage to Tom Petty on his 75th Birthday
There was no shortage of star power as the Philadelphia Tom Petty Appreciation Band took to the stage at a packed Union Transfer to…
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The Wonder Years headline second sold-out Philly Music Fest Show with Caracara and Kulfigirls
Just a few minutes into The Wonder Years’ set, the crowd was already swimming in crowd surfers. Underground Arts was packed for a second…
Just a few minutes into The Wonder Years’ set, the crowd was already swimming in crowd surfers. Underground Arts was packed for a second…
The Wonder Years headline second sold-out Philly Music Fest Show with Caracara and Kulfigirls
Just a few minutes into The Wonder Years’ set, the crowd was already swimming in crowd surfers. Underground Arts was packed for a second…
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Philly Music Fest welcomes The Wonder Years home with two sold-out nights at Underground Arts
Pop-punk giants The Wonder Years played a rare barricade-free show in the city for the first of two nights at Underground Arts during this…
Pop-punk giants The Wonder Years played a rare barricade-free show in the city for the first of two nights at Underground Arts during this…
Philly Music Fest welcomes The Wonder Years home with two sold-out nights at Underground Arts
Pop-punk giants The Wonder Years played a rare barricade-free show in the city for the first of two nights at Underground Arts during this…
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Matt Quinn Brings a Star-Studded Celebration to Philly Music Fest at Underground Arts
Day four of Philly Music Fest brought a full-on celebration of local artistry, filling both stages at Underground Arts on Thursday, October 16. The…
Day four of Philly Music Fest brought a full-on celebration of local artistry, filling both stages at Underground Arts on Thursday, October 16. The…
Matt Quinn Brings a Star-Studded Celebration to Philly Music Fest at Underground Arts
Day four of Philly Music Fest brought a full-on celebration of local artistry, filling both stages at Underground Arts on Thursday, October 16. The…
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Greg Mendez, 22° Halo and Soup Dreams bring day 3 of Philly Music Fest to Johnny Brenda’s
Day Three of the Philly Music Fest featured an all-star trio of local indie pop/rock acts – Soup Dreams, 22° Halo, and Greg Mendez…
Day Three of the Philly Music Fest featured an all-star trio of local indie pop/rock acts – Soup Dreams, 22° Halo, and Greg Mendez…
Greg Mendez, 22° Halo and Soup Dreams bring day 3 of Philly Music Fest to Johnny Brenda’s
Day Three of the Philly Music Fest featured an all-star trio of local indie pop/rock acts – Soup Dreams, 22° Halo, and Greg Mendez…
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Mumford & Sons debut new song “Rubberband Man” at sold-out Philadelphia show
Tuesday night, Mumford & Sons turned the Xfinity Mobile Arena into a campfire singalong at their sold-out show in Philadelphia on Oct. 14. With…
Tuesday night, Mumford & Sons turned the Xfinity Mobile Arena into a campfire singalong at their sold-out show in Philadelphia on Oct. 14. With…
Mumford & Sons debut new song “Rubberband Man” at sold-out Philadelphia show
Tuesday night, Mumford & Sons turned the Xfinity Mobile Arena into a campfire singalong at their sold-out show in Philadelphia on Oct. 14. With…
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Dr. Dog kicks off Philly Music Fest with deep cuts and Wawa hoagies
The term “underplay” is used in the music industry to describe when a band performs at small venues with capacities significantly lower than their…
The term “underplay” is used in the music industry to describe when a band performs at small venues with capacities significantly lower than their…
Dr. Dog kicks off Philly Music Fest with deep cuts and Wawa hoagies
The term “underplay” is used in the music industry to describe when a band performs at small venues with capacities significantly lower than their…
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Choose Transcendence: An inside look at Making Time ∞, Philly’s most daring music festival
At Making Time ∞, transcendence is both a guiding principle and a lived experience. You see it plastered on signs across the historic grounds…
At Making Time ∞, transcendence is both a guiding principle and a lived experience. You see it plastered on signs across the historic grounds…
Choose Transcendence: An inside look at Making Time ∞, Philly’s most daring music festival
At Making Time ∞, transcendence is both a guiding principle and a lived experience. You see it plastered on signs across the historic grounds…
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Unadorned and uninhibited, Lorde’s ‘Ultrasound’ tour rocks Philly
On the last day of September, Lorde asked, “Do you have the stones?” and dared us to be brave and meet her where she…
On the last day of September, Lorde asked, “Do you have the stones?” and dared us to be brave and meet her where she…
Unadorned and uninhibited, Lorde’s ‘Ultrasound’ tour rocks Philly
On the last day of September, Lorde asked, “Do you have the stones?” and dared us to be brave and meet her where she…
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NxWorries bring soul, nostalgia, and humor to Philly on the ‘Why Lawd?’ tour
When people think of Anderson .Paak in a duo, Silk Sonic with Bruno Mars is usually the first that comes to mind. But for…
When people think of Anderson .Paak in a duo, Silk Sonic with Bruno Mars is usually the first that comes to mind. But for…
NxWorries bring soul, nostalgia, and humor to Philly on the ‘Why Lawd?’ tour
When people think of Anderson .Paak in a duo, Silk Sonic with Bruno Mars is usually the first that comes to mind. But for…
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Sam Fender brings big Brit rock riffs and good times to The Fillmore
The Fillmore was littered with sports merch this Sunday. Kelly green Eagles gear was to be expected, but for every Birds shirt there was…
The Fillmore was littered with sports merch this Sunday. Kelly green Eagles gear was to be expected, but for every Birds shirt there was…
Sam Fender brings big Brit rock riffs and good times to The Fillmore
The Fillmore was littered with sports merch this Sunday. Kelly green Eagles gear was to be expected, but for every Birds shirt there was…
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A reunited Alabama Shakes rock The Mann
Almost ten years to the day from their last Philadelphia appearance, Alabama Shakes took the stage of the Mann Center — the same venue…
Almost ten years to the day from their last Philadelphia appearance, Alabama Shakes took the stage of the Mann Center — the same venue…
A reunited Alabama Shakes rock The Mann
Almost ten years to the day from their last Philadelphia appearance, Alabama Shakes took the stage of the Mann Center — the same venue…
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Wolf Alice’s untethered energy captivates Union Transfer
The siren sound that filled Union Transfer on Monday night didn’t happen until about halfway through the set, when Wolf Alice singer Ellie Rowsell…
The siren sound that filled Union Transfer on Monday night didn’t happen until about halfway through the set, when Wolf Alice singer Ellie Rowsell…
Wolf Alice’s untethered energy captivates Union Transfer
The siren sound that filled Union Transfer on Monday night didn’t happen until about halfway through the set, when Wolf Alice singer Ellie Rowsell…
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Wet Leg’s ‘Moisturizer’ tour packs Franklin Music Hall
UK rockers Wet Leg exploded on the scene three years ago with their self-titled debut LP and its unstoppable single, “Chaise Longue.” This year,…
UK rockers Wet Leg exploded on the scene three years ago with their self-titled debut LP and its unstoppable single, “Chaise Longue.” This year,…
Wet Leg’s ‘Moisturizer’ tour packs Franklin Music Hall
UK rockers Wet Leg exploded on the scene three years ago with their self-titled debut LP and its unstoppable single, “Chaise Longue.” This year,…
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Pulp soars at The Met Philly
When beloved Brit rockers Pulp took the stage at The Met this week, it had been just over 29 years since they last performed…
When beloved Brit rockers Pulp took the stage at The Met this week, it had been just over 29 years since they last performed…
Pulp soars at The Met Philly
When beloved Brit rockers Pulp took the stage at The Met this week, it had been just over 29 years since they last performed…
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The joy and deliverance of an undead Rilo Kiley
Indie rock used to float on invisible currents, didn’t it? How big is a band? Who are their fans? Which songs are the “hits”?…
Indie rock used to float on invisible currents, didn’t it? How big is a band? Who are their fans? Which songs are the “hits”?…
The joy and deliverance of an undead Rilo Kiley
Indie rock used to float on invisible currents, didn’t it? How big is a band? Who are their fans? Which songs are the “hits”?…
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Live Forever: The Oasis reunion through the eyes and ears of WXPN
It’s weird how certain artists come to represent eras or styles. I was a massive fan of Oasis thru the ‘90s, but found myself…
It’s weird how certain artists come to represent eras or styles. I was a massive fan of Oasis thru the ‘90s, but found myself…
Live Forever: The Oasis reunion through the eyes and ears of WXPN
It’s weird how certain artists come to represent eras or styles. I was a massive fan of Oasis thru the ‘90s, but found myself…
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Lady Gaga’s Mayhem Ball is packed with theatrical majesty
“Welcome to the opera house, New York City.” Coming from just about any other performer at Madison Square Garden, this phrase would not feel…
“Welcome to the opera house, New York City.” Coming from just about any other performer at Madison Square Garden, this phrase would not feel…
Lady Gaga’s Mayhem Ball is packed with theatrical majesty
“Welcome to the opera house, New York City.” Coming from just about any other performer at Madison Square Garden, this phrase would not feel…
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My Chemical Romance’s world-building theatrics rock Citizens Bank Park
In My Chemical Romance’s imagined world of DRAAG, The Black Parade lives forever. Or, rather, it keeps coming back to life. It’s a concrete,…
In My Chemical Romance’s imagined world of DRAAG, The Black Parade lives forever. Or, rather, it keeps coming back to life. It’s a concrete,…
My Chemical Romance’s world-building theatrics rock Citizens Bank Park
In My Chemical Romance’s imagined world of DRAAG, The Black Parade lives forever. Or, rather, it keeps coming back to life. It’s a concrete,…
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The “soul-filling” experience of Newport Jazz Fest
Newport Jazz Festival has spent seven decades proving that tradition and innovation can share the same stage. The legendary festival took place at Rhode…
Newport Jazz Festival has spent seven decades proving that tradition and innovation can share the same stage. The legendary festival took place at Rhode…
The “soul-filling” experience of Newport Jazz Fest
Newport Jazz Festival has spent seven decades proving that tradition and innovation can share the same stage. The legendary festival took place at Rhode…
Concert Reviews
The slow burn of an evening with Wilco
A Wilco concert has a way of sneaking up on you. Over their 30-plus year career, the eclectic rock veterans have honed their grasp…
A Wilco concert has a way of sneaking up on you. Over their 30-plus year career, the eclectic rock veterans have honed their grasp…
The slow burn of an evening with Wilco
A Wilco concert has a way of sneaking up on you. Over their 30-plus year career, the eclectic rock veterans have honed their grasp…
Concert Reviews
Alex G, Mt. Joy, SNACKTIME: Philly artists helped define this year’s Newport Folk
Kenny Loggins was a few minutes away from taking the stage on the first day of the Newport Folk Festival when the emergency announcement…
Kenny Loggins was a few minutes away from taking the stage on the first day of the Newport Folk Festival when the emergency announcement…
Alex G, Mt. Joy, SNACKTIME: Philly artists helped define this year’s Newport Folk
Kenny Loggins was a few minutes away from taking the stage on the first day of the Newport Folk Festival when the emergency announcement…
Concert Reviews
“I Feel Like My Ancestors Came Here”: Why musicians keep coming back to Newport Folk Festival
Alynda Segarra of Hurray for the Riff Raff captured something truly essential when I asked her what Newport Folk Festival means to her. “As…
Alynda Segarra of Hurray for the Riff Raff captured something truly essential when I asked her what Newport Folk Festival means to her. “As…
“I Feel Like My Ancestors Came Here”: Why musicians keep coming back to Newport Folk Festival
Alynda Segarra of Hurray for the Riff Raff captured something truly essential when I asked her what Newport Folk Festival means to her. “As…
Concert Reviews
TV On The Radio electrifies Philly
From their days playing Brooklyn art spaces in the early 2000s to their singular and uncompromising discography, TV On The Radio has always been…
From their days playing Brooklyn art spaces in the early 2000s to their singular and uncompromising discography, TV On The Radio has always been…
TV On The Radio electrifies Philly
From their days playing Brooklyn art spaces in the early 2000s to their singular and uncompromising discography, TV On The Radio has always been…
Concert Reviews
Scenes from the Make The World Better weekend
In 2013, Connor Barwin staged his first Make The World Better benefit concert with Kurt Vile and The Districts, raising money to rehab Ralph…
In 2013, Connor Barwin staged his first Make The World Better benefit concert with Kurt Vile and The Districts, raising money to rehab Ralph…
Scenes from the Make The World Better weekend
In 2013, Connor Barwin staged his first Make The World Better benefit concert with Kurt Vile and The Districts, raising money to rehab Ralph…
Concert Reviews
Pixies and Kurt Vile team up for a two-night stand at The Fillmore Philly
Two indie favorites, Pixies and Kurt Vile, are in the midst of their summer tour and brought tunes and vibes to The Fillmore Philadelphia…
Two indie favorites, Pixies and Kurt Vile, are in the midst of their summer tour and brought tunes and vibes to The Fillmore Philadelphia…
Pixies and Kurt Vile team up for a two-night stand at The Fillmore Philly
Two indie favorites, Pixies and Kurt Vile, are in the midst of their summer tour and brought tunes and vibes to The Fillmore Philadelphia…
Concert Reviews
Wu-Tang Clan’s Final Chamber tour concludes in Philly
It’s the end of an amazing era for the Wu-Tang Clan, who completed their Final Chamber Tour in Philadelphia on Friday, giving fans a heavy dose of…
It’s the end of an amazing era for the Wu-Tang Clan, who completed their Final Chamber Tour in Philadelphia on Friday, giving fans a heavy dose of…
Wu-Tang Clan’s Final Chamber tour concludes in Philly
It’s the end of an amazing era for the Wu-Tang Clan, who completed their Final Chamber Tour in Philadelphia on Friday, giving fans a heavy dose of…
Concert Reviews
Dawes and Phosphorescent light up Concerts Under The Stars
Two WXPN favorites played the Upper Merion Township Building Park on July 10th: indie singer-songwriter Phosphorescent, and rousing rootsy rockers Dawes. The bands played…
Two WXPN favorites played the Upper Merion Township Building Park on July 10th: indie singer-songwriter Phosphorescent, and rousing rootsy rockers Dawes. The bands played…
Dawes and Phosphorescent light up Concerts Under The Stars
Two WXPN favorites played the Upper Merion Township Building Park on July 10th: indie singer-songwriter Phosphorescent, and rousing rootsy rockers Dawes. The bands played…
Concert Reviews
Shakedown Street to “Sand”: WXPN’s day in Phish-town
Almost 32 years to the day since they first headlined The Mann Center for the Performing Arts, jam scene titans Phish returned to its…
Almost 32 years to the day since they first headlined The Mann Center for the Performing Arts, jam scene titans Phish returned to its…
Shakedown Street to “Sand”: WXPN’s day in Phish-town
Almost 32 years to the day since they first headlined The Mann Center for the Performing Arts, jam scene titans Phish returned to its…
Concert Reviews
Tiny Desk Contest winner Ruby Ibarra stuns at her Philly debut
Since the early years of NPR Music’s Tiny Desk Contest, a tour with the winner was part of the package. It made it so…
Since the early years of NPR Music’s Tiny Desk Contest, a tour with the winner was part of the package. It made it so…
Tiny Desk Contest winner Ruby Ibarra stuns at her Philly debut
Since the early years of NPR Music’s Tiny Desk Contest, a tour with the winner was part of the package. It made it so…
Concert Reviews
Blondshell gives Union Transfer her take on pop stardom
Philly venue Union Transfer holds, give or take, 1,200 people. It would be difficult, impossible even, for one person to hold a meaningful conversation…
Philly venue Union Transfer holds, give or take, 1,200 people. It would be difficult, impossible even, for one person to hold a meaningful conversation…
Blondshell gives Union Transfer her take on pop stardom
Philly venue Union Transfer holds, give or take, 1,200 people. It would be difficult, impossible even, for one person to hold a meaningful conversation…
Concert Reviews
Santigold Lights Up the TLA With a Powerful Philly Return
Santigold returned to her hometown on June 10 for a performance at the Theater of Living Arts that was part joy ride, part revival.…
Santigold returned to her hometown on June 10 for a performance at the Theater of Living Arts that was part joy ride, part revival.…
Santigold Lights Up the TLA With a Powerful Philly Return
Santigold returned to her hometown on June 10 for a performance at the Theater of Living Arts that was part joy ride, part revival.…
Concert Reviews
Mt. Joy’s Set with Gigi Perez Becomes a Governors Ball Highlight
Among the renowned lineup of artists that performed in Flushing Meadows Corona Park this past weekend at Governor’s Ball was Philadelphia’s own folk alternative…
Among the renowned lineup of artists that performed in Flushing Meadows Corona Park this past weekend at Governor’s Ball was Philadelphia’s own folk alternative…
Mt. Joy’s Set with Gigi Perez Becomes a Governors Ball Highlight
Among the renowned lineup of artists that performed in Flushing Meadows Corona Park this past weekend at Governor’s Ball was Philadelphia’s own folk alternative…
Concert Reviews
Governors Ball 2025 Brings the Energy Despite the Rain
Even a four-hour rain delay couldn’t stop Governors Ball, New York City’s largest music festival, from delivering a weekend packed with standout performances. From…
Even a four-hour rain delay couldn’t stop Governors Ball, New York City’s largest music festival, from delivering a weekend packed with standout performances. From…
Governors Ball 2025 Brings the Energy Despite the Rain
Even a four-hour rain delay couldn’t stop Governors Ball, New York City’s largest music festival, from delivering a weekend packed with standout performances. From…
Concert Reviews
Perfume Genius wrestles with Glory at Union Transfer
“If you want to see something this weekend that’ll blow your mind, I have an extra ticket to Perfume Genius on Sunday,” read a…
“If you want to see something this weekend that’ll blow your mind, I have an extra ticket to Perfume Genius on Sunday,” read a…
Perfume Genius wrestles with Glory at Union Transfer
“If you want to see something this weekend that’ll blow your mind, I have an extra ticket to Perfume Genius on Sunday,” read a…
Concert Reviews
After a rocky start, the Roots Picnic finds redemption
Day two of this year’s Roots Picnic felt like a redemption arc — and the city showed up ready. After a chaotic Saturday where…
Day two of this year’s Roots Picnic felt like a redemption arc — and the city showed up ready. After a chaotic Saturday where…
After a rocky start, the Roots Picnic finds redemption
Day two of this year’s Roots Picnic felt like a redemption arc — and the city showed up ready. After a chaotic Saturday where…
Concert Reviews
An encore weekend with Vampire Weekend at The Met
Vampire Weekend returned to Philadelphia for a sold-out two-night run at The Met this past weekend. Philly was one of the first stops of…
Vampire Weekend returned to Philadelphia for a sold-out two-night run at The Met this past weekend. Philly was one of the first stops of…
An encore weekend with Vampire Weekend at The Met
Vampire Weekend returned to Philadelphia for a sold-out two-night run at The Met this past weekend. Philly was one of the first stops of…
Concert Reviews
Transcending with Samia at the TLA
Every time Samia comes to Philadelphia, she changes my life. This week it happened at the Theatre of Living Arts. In years’ past, it…
Every time Samia comes to Philadelphia, she changes my life. This week it happened at the Theatre of Living Arts. In years’ past, it…
Transcending with Samia at the TLA
Every time Samia comes to Philadelphia, she changes my life. This week it happened at the Theatre of Living Arts. In years’ past, it…
Concert Reviews
Inside Metallica’s Philly takeover
At the midway point of Metallica‘s opening concert of a two-night stand Philly, singer-guitarist James Hetfield gazed at the 65,000-something fans filling The Linc,…
At the midway point of Metallica‘s opening concert of a two-night stand Philly, singer-guitarist James Hetfield gazed at the 65,000-something fans filling The Linc,…
Inside Metallica’s Philly takeover
At the midway point of Metallica‘s opening concert of a two-night stand Philly, singer-guitarist James Hetfield gazed at the 65,000-something fans filling The Linc,…
Concert Reviews
Carsie Blanton, Brittany Ann Tranbaugh team up at World Cafe Live
“Are you ready for protest songs?” Carsie Blanton asked the crowd at World Cafe Live, kicking off Memorial Day Weekend and her Philly headlining…
“Are you ready for protest songs?” Carsie Blanton asked the crowd at World Cafe Live, kicking off Memorial Day Weekend and her Philly headlining…
Carsie Blanton, Brittany Ann Tranbaugh team up at World Cafe Live
“Are you ready for protest songs?” Carsie Blanton asked the crowd at World Cafe Live, kicking off Memorial Day Weekend and her Philly headlining…
Concert Reviews
Amyl and The Sniffers tear through Franklin Music Hall
Amyl and The Sniffers’ show at Franklin Music Hall wasn’t the typical reprieve you get from live music. Instead of offering an escape, they…
Amyl and The Sniffers’ show at Franklin Music Hall wasn’t the typical reprieve you get from live music. Instead of offering an escape, they…
Amyl and The Sniffers tear through Franklin Music Hall
Amyl and The Sniffers’ show at Franklin Music Hall wasn’t the typical reprieve you get from live music. Instead of offering an escape, they…
Concert Reviews
The ascent of MJ Lenderman continues at a packed Franklin Music Hall
He’s got a houseboat docked at the himbo dome. There are people for whom that will mean absolutely nothing, but for those who do,…
He’s got a houseboat docked at the himbo dome. There are people for whom that will mean absolutely nothing, but for those who do,…
The ascent of MJ Lenderman continues at a packed Franklin Music Hall
He’s got a houseboat docked at the himbo dome. There are people for whom that will mean absolutely nothing, but for those who do,…
Concert Reviews
Michelle Zauner’s in her Melancholy phase, but the sadness isn’t infinite
The lights come up and there’s Michelle Zauner up on a pedestal, sitting on the lower lip of a giant shimmering seashell, strumming a…
The lights come up and there’s Michelle Zauner up on a pedestal, sitting on the lower lip of a giant shimmering seashell, strumming a…
Michelle Zauner’s in her Melancholy phase, but the sadness isn’t infinite
The lights come up and there’s Michelle Zauner up on a pedestal, sitting on the lower lip of a giant shimmering seashell, strumming a…
Concert Reviews
The adrenaline high of Djo and Post Animal at Franklin Music Hall
How long would you wait in early onset summer heat for your favorite musician? For some Djo fans, it was 15 hours between when…
How long would you wait in early onset summer heat for your favorite musician? For some Djo fans, it was 15 hours between when…
The adrenaline high of Djo and Post Animal at Franklin Music Hall
How long would you wait in early onset summer heat for your favorite musician? For some Djo fans, it was 15 hours between when…
Concert Reviews
Sharon Van Etten comes full circle with The Attachment Theory in Philly
In 2008, a 27-year-old Sharon Van Etten would begin working with audio engineer Greg Weeks at his own Hexham Head Studio in Philadelphia. The…
In 2008, a 27-year-old Sharon Van Etten would begin working with audio engineer Greg Weeks at his own Hexham Head Studio in Philadelphia. The…
Sharon Van Etten comes full circle with The Attachment Theory in Philly
In 2008, a 27-year-old Sharon Van Etten would begin working with audio engineer Greg Weeks at his own Hexham Head Studio in Philadelphia. The…
Concert Reviews
Swing takes center stage for Squirrel Nut Zippers holiday spectacle at World Cafe Live
Concert Reviews
They Might Be Giants lit up Union Transfer with an innovative, engaging retrospective
Concert Reviews
Greg Mendez heads up a showcase of stunning indie singer-songwriters at Johnny Brenda’s
Concert Reviews
Weezer, The Flaming Lips, and Dinosaur Jr. lit up Friday night at Wells Fargo Center
Concert Reviews
Incubus played ‘Morning View’ and more for a packed house of fans at Wells Fargo Center
Concert Reviews
Usher brought his “Past, Present, and Future” tour to Philly with an unforgettable night at Wells Fargo Center
Concert Reviews
Indigo Girls and Melissa Etheridge brought a nostalgia-filled summer tour to The Mann Center
Concert Reviews
The Felice Brothers deliver a rousing performance for Philly fans at World Cafe Live
Concert Reviews
Roots Picnic 2024 in the books: relive the festival’s bright spots with Philly legends and up-and-comers
Concert Reviews
Mannequin Pussy and Soul Glo validate Philly’s rage at one of three sold-out Union Transfer shows
Concert Reviews
Buck Meek’s ‘Haunted Mountain’ gets a Philly release show with his co-writer Jolie Holland
Concert Reviews
Neil Young & Crazy Horse traverse the genres in a career capsule performance at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
Concert Reviews
The Decemberists appreciate the little things then finish Philly off with a double tap at the Fillmore
Concert Reviews
Madison Cunningham and Juana Molina’s Ardmore Music Hall show was cleansing, cathartic, and incredibly engaging
Concert Reviews
Caroline Rose performed an unhinged set at Union Transfer on their second lap with ‘The Art of Forgetting’
WXPN Local
Slide Away In The Rearview: Nothing’s one-day festival embraces the eclecticism of shoegaze
Concert Reviews
Thievery Corporation performed a lively set of globally-conscious music at Brooklyn Bowl Philly
Concert Reviews
Sammy Rae & The Friends and Julia Pratt level up with love in a Valentine’s Day Fillmore gig
Concert Reviews
Not just a concert, but a frenzied multi-media experience with Oliver Tree at The Met
Concert Reviews
Black Pumas kicked off their ‘Chronicles of a Diamond’ tour at The Fillmore Philly with Digable Planets
Concert Reviews
Saturday Night School: 25 Years of ‘The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill’ at Wells Fargo Center
Concert Reviews
Slaughter Beach, Dog gets a warm Philly welcome for their ‘Crying, Laughing, Waving, Smiling’ tour
Concert Reviews
The spirit of old-school punk returns to Philly as The Menzingers slay their hometown show
WXPN Local
Taking it back to the record store with ShrapKnel and friends at South Philly’s Cratediggaz Records
Concert Reviews
Everything Counts: Depeche Mode travels through the decades in a stunning return to Philly
Concert Reviews
Courtney Barnett turned The Sanctuary at First Unitarian into a sacred listening room
WXPN Local
Soul Glo, Zulu, and Playytime fill The First Unitarian Church with community and camaraderie
Concert Reviews
The Postal Service and Death Cab for Cutie share the anniversary of two landmark records
Events
Noel Gallagher, Garbage, and Metric’s Mann Center show was a mixed bill in more ways than one
Events
Beyoncé kicks off her North American Renaissance tour in Philadelphia with a dazzling show at The Linc
Events
Looking To The Past, Shaping The Future: Souls of Mischief’s forward-directed anniversary show at World Cafe Live
