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Inside Hustle Returns May 13 for a Free Night of Music Industry Insight and Networking

Inside Hustle returns on Tuesday, May 13, at 5:30pm. Hosted in World Cafe Live, this two-and-a-half-hour event brings together emerging artists and aspiring industry…

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David Shaw and SUNDAY (1994) Close Out Day 4 of NON-COMM 2025

NON-COMMvention 2025 comes to a close today, Friday, May 9, with one last burst of live music at WXPN’s Free At Noon concert. At…

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Counting Crows, Tune-Yards & Bartees Strange Headline Day 3 of NON-COMM 2025

Thursday at NON-COMMvention 2025 kept the momentum going at WXPN with a full day of live music. Things kicked off at noon with inventive,…

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Tunde Adebimpe, Margo Price, Maren Morris Headline Day 2 of NON-COMM 2025

Day two of NON-COMMvention 2025 picked right up where Tuesday left off. On Wednesday, May 7, WXPN’s annual Triple-A showcase opened with an intimate…

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The Head and The Heart, Bob Mould, Arcade Fire, Lady Blackbird Kick Off Day 1 of NON-COMM 2025

NON-COMMvention 2025 opened on Tuesday, May 6, with eight back-to-back live sets streamed from World Cafe Live’s Music Hall and the PRX Stage at…

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WXPN’s Concert Picks: The Bouncing Souls, Sharon Van Etten, Devo, Allison Russell, and More

WXPN’s John Vettese is back to bring you this week’s concert picks and provide a snapshot of Philadelphia’s evolving music landscape. Here’s your guide…

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WXPN 2025 Song Challenge: Can You Write a Song in One Day?

Here’s your chance to prove it. Registration is now open – sign up by May 22 when entries close. On May 31 at noon,…

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WXPN’s Full NON-COMM 2025 Artist Lineup

For over two decades, NON-COMM has served as the premier gathering for public (non-commercial) Triple-A radio stations. This annual event brings together radio music…

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WXPN’s Concert Picks: The Linda Lindas, Nick Cave, Bartees Strange, Orla Gartland and More

Philadelphia’s venues are bringing in some incredible artists this week, and WXPN’s own John Vettese is here to keep you in the loop. Here’s…

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RSVP for WXPN Homegrown Live! with dd Toby Leaman Trio, Eliza Hardy Jones, and Cadre Noir

By John Vettese

Lucy Dacus, Remi Wolf and more will play the 2025 Make The World Better benefit

By John Vettese

10 concerts to see this week, including Kim Deal, Wilder Woods, Brandee Younger and more

By John Vettese

Like it or not, Father John Misty gave one of his best performances at The Fillmore

By Paige Walter

11 concerts to see this week, including Kraftwerk, Inhaler, Jorja Smith and more

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Lionel Richie will headline an intimate concert at Union Transfer

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16 concerts to see this week including Father John Misty, Benjamin Booker, Humilitarian and more

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Phish is returning to The Mann for two nights in July

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D’Angelo, Lenny Kravitz, GloRilla, Meek Mill and more will play Roots Picnic 2025

By John Vettese

15 concerts to see this week including Lauren Mayberry, Jason Isbell, Mdou Moctar and more

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13 concerts to see this week including Black Buttafly, Native Harrow, Oh He Dead and more

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Alabama Shakes announces first tour in eight years, including Mann Center date

By John Vettese

12 concerts to see this week, including Greensky Bluegrass, Joy Oladokun, Phantogram and more

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Hozier’s ‘Unreal Unearth’ tour returns to Camden

By Jack Clark

Dave Matthews Band showing out for a two-night stand in Camden

By Jack Clark

12 concerts to see this week, including Hippo Campus, Jamie xx, The Bul Bey and more

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Sing Us Home Festival’s full 2025 lineup stars Bouncing Souls, Speedy Ortiz, Buzz Zeemer and more

By John Vettese

Nine Inch Nails announces 2025 tour, including Wells Fargo Center date

By John Vettese

10 concerts to see this week, including Guster, Soccer Mommy, David Gray and more

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8 concerts to see this week, including Black Buttafly, The Vaccines, Robert Glasper and more

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Blondshell announces 2025 tour, including summer date at Union Transfer

By John Vettese

11 concerts to see this week, including Speedy Ortiz, Chris Kasper, Sug Daniels and more

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9 concerts to see in the rest of 2024 including SNACKTIME, The Menzingers, Ruby The Hatchet and more

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13 concerts to see this week, including Matt Quinn, Olivia Rubini, Euphoria Again and more

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10 concerts to see this week, including Kathleen Edwards, Low Cut Connie, Suki Waterhouse and more

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Kendrick Lamar teams up with SZA for stadium tour coming to The Linc

By Jack Clark

14 concerts to see this week, including Interpol, Oh He Dead, Wednesday and more

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9 concerts to see this week, including The Menzingers, Adrianne Lenker, Dopapod and more

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13 concerts to see this week, including Lucinda Williams, Dawes, WXPN Homegrown Live and more

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Celebrate the holidays with Don McCloskey and WXPN!

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14 concerts to see this week, including Slowdive, The Wood Brothers, Ratboys and more

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16 concerts to see this week, including Neko Case, Anderson .Paak, Yard Act, Bilal and more

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12 concerts to see this week, including Michael Kiwanuka and Brittany Howard, Soul Coughing, The Red Clay Strays and more

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Guster’s flame-filled set brought the XPoNential Music Festival to a groovy close

By Elie Pichanick

Bully delivers a blistering set at XPNFest

By Izabella Patrizio

18 concerts to see this week, including Vampire Weekend, Charli XCX, Lancaster Roots and Blues Festival and more

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Trampled By Turtles brought a piece of Duluth to the River Stage

By Emma Zoe Polyak

Jade Bird returns to the Marina Stage with a set of old favorites, covers and more

By Atticus Deeny

Grace Bowers electrifies the XPoNential Music Festival

By Izabella Patrizio

The Heavy Heavy brings a whirlwind of vintage energy to XPNFest

By Atticus Deeny

Julia Pratt brings a dynamic and emotional performance to the XPNFest River Stage

By Emma Zoe Polyak

Brittany Ann Tranbaugh’s sunny folk opens up day three of XPNFest

By Elie Pichanick

Rosanne Cash’s XPNFest set was rich with historic and personal resonance

By Izabella Patrizio

Shakey Graves goes solo for a revved-up XPNFest set

By John Vettese

Blondshell brings casual rage to the River Stage

By Emma Zoe Polyak

Brigitte Calls Me Baby brings a suave, retro-inspired set to XPNFest

By Atticus Deeny

Phosphorescent delivers a masterclass in atmospheric Americana at XPNFest

By Izabella Patrizio

Lizzie No delivers a set full of surprises on the Marina stage

By Emma Zoe Polyak

Florry breaks out the country twang at XPNFest

By Atticus Deeny

Moustapha Noumbissi ignites the Marina Stage with indie rock and psychedelic soul

By Izabella Patrizio

24 Hour Song Challenge winner Khalil Amaru makes a breathtaking debut at XPNFest

By John Vettese

Reunited indie rock royalty The Walkmen don’t hold back on the XPNFest River Stage

By Atticus Deeny

George Porter Jr. and Runnin’ Pardners jam out on the Marina Stage

By Emma Zoe Polyak

Pete Yorn plays the old and the new by the water’s edge at XPNFest

By Izabella Patrizio

Cedric Burnside takes the XPNFest marina stage on a sonic trip to Mississippi Hill Country

By Atticus Deeny

Carla Gamble opened up the XPNFest River Stage in style with a grooving set

By Emma Zoe Polyak

Velvet Rouge kicks off XPNFest with powerful femme energy

By Izabella Patrizio

8 concerts to see this week, including The National, The Sisters of Mercy, the XPoNential Music Festival and more

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14 concerts to see this week, including PJ Harvey, Weezer, Beabadoobee, and more

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11 concerts to see this week, including Pearl Jam, St. Vincent, Waxahatchee and more

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15 concerts to see this week including Usher, Tedeschi Trucks Band, King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard and more

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Modest Mouse announces 20th Anniversary tour for ‘Good News For People Who Love Bad News’

By Maeve Zeleniak

12 concerts to see this week, including Bruce Springsteen, Childish Gambino, Indigo Girls and more

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15 concerts to see this week, including Philadelphia Folk Fest, Rayland Baxter, Khalil Amaru and more

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10 concerts to see this week, including Green Day, Iron and Wine, Missy Elliott and more

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14 concerts to see this week, including Sleater-Kinney, The Mountain Goats and more

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15 concerts to see this week, including Foo Fighters, Beck, Faye Webster and more

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Clairo announces ‘Charm’ tour dates

By Maeve Zeleniak

12 concerts to see this week including Pretenders, Dave Matthews Band, Charley Crockett and more

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Getting psyched for Philly Youth Music Fest on WXPN Local

By John Vettese

12 concerts to see this week, including Dr. Dog, Amos Lee, Mates Of State and more

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13 concerts to see this week, including Alanis Morissette, Willie Nelson, Sweet Juice Fest and more

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WXPN at Bonnaroo ’24

By Avi Warren

15 concerts to see this week, including Sarah McLachlan, Fleet Foxes, Goose and more

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22 concerts to see this week, including Santana, Jenny Lewis, Schoolly D and more

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Laura Jane Grace announces tour with Catbite, comes to New Jersey beaches in September

By Maeve Zeleniak

12 concerts to see this week, including The Rolling Stones, Stevie Nicks, Modest Mouse and more

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14 concerts to see this week, including Bonnie Raitt, Gary Clark Jr., Sophie Ellis-Bextor and more

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10 concerts to see this week, including Roots Picnic, Cosmic Guilt, Ladybug Music Festival and more

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11 concerts to see this week, including Khruangbin, Rufus Wainwright, Hozier and more

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14 concerts to see this week, including Neil Young, Norah Jones, The Avett Brothers and more

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16 concerts to see this week, including The Decemberists, Kamasi Washington, Julia Pratt and more

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Brittany Howard and Michael Kiwanuka are going on tour together this fall

By Dylan Itkin

Stephen Sanchez announces North American tour with a stop at The Met Philly

By Emma Zoe Polyak

Squeeze and Boy George join forces on an upcoming tour

By Emma Zoe Polyak

Being there with Ty Segall

By Megan Matuzak

Eric Slick has a homecoming showcase of ‘New Age Rage’ at Johnny Brenda’s

By Ellen Miller

Announcing the WXPN 24-Hour Song Challenge!

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16 concerts to see this week, including Sing Us Home Festival, Darlingside, Ty Segall and more

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12 concerts to see this week, including Belle and Sebastian, Madison Cunningham, XPN Weekend at Dogfish Head and more

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Look what’s happening in Philly on Record Store Day 2024

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17 concerts to see this week, including The Pharcyde, Night Of 1000 Kates, Bad Bunny and more

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11 concerts to see this week, including Caroline Rose, Richard Thompson, Rosali and more

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10 concerts to see this week, including Slaughter Beach, Dog, Buddy Guy, Lady Alma and more

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Meet the artists who decorated WXPN Studio for #XPN80sWeek, Nicole and Nicole of South Street Art Mart!

By John Vettese

7 concerts to see this week including Arlo Parks, Nickel Creek, Clap Your Hands Say Yeah and more

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15 concerts to see this week, including Sleater-Kinney, Jon Batiste, Lizzie No, and more

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Weezer will play ‘The Blue Album’ in full at Wells Fargo Center this September

By John Vettese

12 concerts to see this week, including Glen Hansard, Common, Pissed Jeans and more

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Daryl Hall and Elvis Costello announce co-headlining tour

By Paige Walter

9 concerts to see this week, including Laura Jane Grace, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, The Teeth and more

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PJ Harvey announces North American tour, will headline The Met in September

By John Vettese

The National and The War On Drugs will bring their co-headlining tour to The Mann Center

By John Vettese

14 concerts to see this week, including Hurray for the Riff Raff, Trombone Shorty, Joan Osborne and more

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Roots Picnic 2024 features a New Orleans celebration with Lil Wayne, plus sets by Jill Scott, André 3000, Victoria Monet and more

By John Vettese

11 concerts to see this week, including Jason Isbell, St. Paul and the Broken Bones, Indigo De Souza and more

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Vampire Weekend is coming to The Mann in September

By Paige Walter

Dr. Dog will headline The Mann this summer with Kevin Morby and The Teeth

By John Vettese

14 concerts to see this week, including Sammy Rae And The Friends, Sunny War, Brigitte Calls Me Baby and more

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Goose come to The Mann this summer, release audition tapes for new drummer

By Paige Walter

Usher’s summer tour comes to Wells Fargo Center in August

By John Vettese

Incubus will play ‘Morning View’ in full at Wells Fargo Center this summer

By John Vettese

The Decemberists share new song “Burial Ground,” announce 2024 tour (including Fillmore Philly)

By John Vettese

Bikini Kill will return to Franklin Music Hall on their 2024 tour

By Dylan Itkin

9 concerts to see this week, including Mitski, Bailen, Moustapha Noumbissi and more

By WXPN

Gary Clark Jr. comes to The Met this summer after release of new record in March

By Paige Walter

Hozier’s next lap of the ‘Unreal Unearth’ tour comes to Camden in May

By Dylan Itkin

Khruangbin’s 2024 tour brings them to The Met for two nights in May

By Dylan Itkin

10 concerts to see this week, including Lucius, Tim Reynolds, Hiruy Tirfe and more

By WXPN

Dave Matthews Band returns to Camden’s waterfront for two nights in July

By John Vettese

The Black Crowes will bring their first new album in 15 years to The Met Philly in May

By Izabella Patrizio

Pixies and Modest Mouse are going on a co-headlining 2024 summer tour

By Izabella Patrizio

P!nk levels up to The Linc this August

By John Vettese

Anthony Green is taking ‘Boom. Done.’ on the road with Queen of Jeans and Kayleigh Goldsworthy

By John Vettese

Norah Jones is bringing her new album ‘Visions’ to The Met Philly this May

By John Vettese

15 concerts to see this week, including Madonna, Dinosaur Jr., Juliana Hatfield and more

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9 concerts to see this week, including Black Pumas, Wednesday, Ride and more

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Tré Burt’s soulful serenades captivate the Free At Noon crowd

By Izabella Patrizio

Waxahatchee will bring new album ‘Tigers Blood’ to the Fillmore Philly for two nights in September

By Izabella Patrizio

10 concerts to see this week, including Robert Glasper, Zoe Lemon, A Night Of Stardust and more

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11 concerts to see this week, including Candy Volcano, Black Opry Revue, SNACKTIME and more

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8 concerts to see this week, including David Wax Museum, Marsha Ambrosius and more

By John Vettese

Preview The 31st annual Night Before on XPN with Robert Drake and Eric Schuman

By WXPN

Watch the 15th Annual WXPN Home for the Holidays Concert

By WXPN

12 concerts to see this week, including Samara Joy, Petal, Friends of Jerry and more

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Sing Us Home Festival returns with The Jayhawks, Amythyst Kiah, a Loved Ones reunion and more

By Izabella Patrizio

Sarah McLachlan’s ‘Fumbling Towards Ecstasy’ anniversary tour comes to The Mann in June

By Izabella Patrizio

10 concerts to see this week, including Cosmic Guilt, The Bouncing Souls, Darlene Love and more

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The wholehearted ferocity of Baroness’ hometown headliner

By Megan Matuzak

11 concerts to see this week, including Patti LaBelle, Stephen Sanchez, Thee Sacred Souls and more

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14 concerts to see this week, including The Mountain Goats, Lydia Loveless, Baroness and more

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10 concerts to see this week, including Liz Phair, Mike Doughty’s Ghost of Vroom, Chestnut Grove, and more

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Alanis Morissette’s Triple Moon tour with Joan Jett comes to Camden next summer

By Kaylee Lemasney

14 concerts to see this week, including Slaughter Beach, Dog, Sampha, Valerie June and more

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18 concerts to see this week, including Yeah Yeah Yeahs, LP, Abraham Alexander and more

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12 concerts to see this week, including Japanese Breakfast, J. Roddy Walston, S.G. Goodman and more

By WXPN

Bad Bunny is bringing his MOST WANTED tour to Philly in 2024

By Izabella Patrizio

14 concerts to see this week including The Fugees, Depeche Mode, My Morning Jacket and more

By WXPN

Dessa invites the Free at Noon audience into her jam session

By Kaylee Lemasney

11 concerts to see this week, including Say She She, Genesis Owusu, Palehound and and more

By WXPN

10 concerts to see this week ft. Philly Music Fest, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Iris De Ment and more

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Mitski’s 2024 tour includes a stop at The Met with Tamino

By John Vettese

15 concerts to see this week, including Whitney, Macy Gray, Don Giovanni Records’ 20th Anniversary Expo and more

By WXPN

Philip Selway’s cinematic soundscapes enthrall Free at Noon

By Laila Keaton

Low Cut Connie keeps rock and roll alive at XPNFest

By Kaylee Lemasney

Bruce Hornsby and The Noisemakers keep XPNFest on its toes

By John Vettese

Allison Russell welcomed the XPNFest audience into her circle

By Kaylee Lemasney

Clouds parted for Josh Ritter’s solo performance on the River Stage 

By Gavyn Green

Follow updates for XPNFest 2023!

By WXPN

16 concerts to see this week, including Red Hot Chili Peppers, Raphael Saadiq, Becca Mancari and more

By WXPN

Wednesday’s cool charm and cathartic sounds closed day two at XPNFest

By Izabella Patrizio

Bobby Rush’s raucous, raunchy blues rocks the Marina Stage

By John Vettese

Sammy Rae & The Friends raise spirits on the River Stage

By Sean Fennell

There was something in the air during Bailen’s set at XPNFest, and it wasn’t the rain

By Izabella Patrizio

We’re all The Hold Steady at XPNFest

By Sean Fennell

Old Crow Medicine Show salutes their heroes and jams with Margo Price at XPNFest

By Sean Fennell

Say She She brings disco back to life at XPNFest

By Kaylee Lemasney

The multifaceted Margo Price pulls out all the stops on the XPNFest River Stage

By Izabella Patrizio

Don McCloskey is interactive, emotive, and endlessly engaging at XPNFest

By Gavyn Green

Nik Greeley and the Operators brings Funky Friday energy to the XPNFest River Stage

By Sean Fennell

Christine Havrilla launches XPNFest with a bang of rootsy energy and California-toned rock

By Kaylee Lemasney

10 concerts to see this week, including Janelle Monae, The Breeders, XPoNential Music Festival and more

By WXPN

Yeah Yeah Yeahs will bring ‘Cool It Down’ to The Met Philly this fall

By John Vettese

15 concerts to see this week, including Peter Gabriel, Digable Planets, Madison McFerrin and more

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15 concerts to see this week including Beck, Arctic Monkeys, Hannah Jadagu and more

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Alex G and Alvvays head up a benefit for the Make The World Better Foundation

By John Vettese

13 concerts to see this week, including Local Natives, Carsie Blanton, Anthony Green and more

By WXPN

The Record Company rocked their sold-out Free at Noon set

By Roni Birchak

Noname announces fall tour for recent album ‘Sundial’

By Atticus Deeny

Ms. Lauryn Hill announces 25th anniversary tour for ‘The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill’

By Atticus Deeny

15 concerts to see this week, including Pixies, Alvvays, a tribute to ‘The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill’ and more

By WXPN

Open Sound Lansdowne shares 2023 lineup of free, Philly-centric

By Atticus Deeny

16 concerts to see this week including Lionel Richie, The War On Drugs, Ardmore Rock N’ Ride and more

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12 concerts to see this week, including Queens of the Stone Age, Sylvan Esso, DJ Aktive and more

By WXPN

The National sell out two nights at The Met Philly

By Paige Walter

The Pharcyde’s fall tour brings them to Brooklyn Bowl Philly this November

By Gavyn Green

Sobering and Intimate: King Krule at Union Transfer

By Melissa Simpson

15 concerts to see this week including The National, Aimee Mann, Chiddy Bang and more

By WXPN

Jenny Lewis spreads ‘Joy’all’ at The Met

By John Vettese

14 concerts to see this week, including Maggie Rogers, Phish, Beta Hi-Fi and more

By WXPN

Magical Memories at the Mann with Amos Lee and The Philadelphia Orchestra

By Dylan Eddinger

A joyful first round with Dave Matthews Band in Camden

By Mike Vasilikos

Mdou Moctar plays a scorching set at a sold out Ardmore Music Hall

By Gavyn Green

Explosions In The Sky announce new album ‘End’ and share new song “Ten Billion People”

By Gavyn Green

Noel Gallagher, Garbage, and Metric’s Mann Center show was a mixed bill in more ways than one

By Josh Pelta-Heller

First Aid Kit’s latest chapter takes center stage at The Fillmore

By Megan Matuzak

The Head and The Heart heads up a thrilling night out at The Mann

By Ellen Miller

My Morning Jacket comes to Philly in October, playing two nights at The Met

By Gavyn Green

16 concerts to see this week, including Amos Lee, Jenny Lewis, Sweet Juice Fest and more

By WXPN

Going on a wild ride with Elvis Costello at The Met Philly

By Jim McGuinn

Amos Lee talks about his Philadelphia Orchestra collaboration on the WXPN Midday Show

By Mike Vasilikos

Beyoncé kicks off her North American Renaissance tour in Philadelphia with a dazzling show at The Linc

By Melissa Simpson

Courtney Barnett announces ambient album and an intimate venue tour

By Atticus Deeny

Porno for Pyros is reuniting for a 30th anniversary tour

By Atticus Deeny

boygenius will make its Philly debut at The Mann Center this September

By Roni Birchak

Japanese Breakfast will play The Fillmore Philly with Hop Along on Halloween

By John Vettese

And The Crowd Met This Smile: The Smile at Franklin Music Hall

By Josh Pelta-Heller

18 concerts to see this week, including Elvis Costello, First Aid Kit, Sheila E, Cosmic Guilt and more

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15 concerts to see this week, including The Smile, Goose, Tori Amos and more

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Taking it back to ’88 with The Jungle Brothers

By Matthew Shaver

Listen to The Breeders’ long-lost ‘Last Splash’ outtake “Go Man Go”, see them at The Fillmore this fall

By Gavyn Green

Saturday Wait: The Cure goes the distance at Wells Fargo Center

By Josh Pelta-Heller

10 concerts to see this week, including Natalie Merchant, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Sparks and more

By WXPN

Baby Rose and friends’ Through The Soul tour is a showcase of pure talent and energy

By Melissa Simpson

Once in a Lifetime: Robert Glasper at Brooklyn Bowl Philly

By Josh Leidy

Looking To The Past, Shaping The Future: Souls of Mischief’s forward-directed anniversary show at World Cafe Live

By John Morrison

Wednesday brought a sold-out crowd to Union Transfer with All Dogs and Tenci

By John Vettese

A stadium-sized singalong with Billy Joel and Stevie Nicks at The Linc

By Maureen Walsh and John Vettese

Balance and Composure played their first concert since 2019 at Union Transfer

By WXPN

Cosmic Guilt, Bonerama, Arthur Thomas and more packed the streets for Wayne Music Festival

By WXPN

Philly’s love for Dead & Company will not fade away

By Dylan Eddinger

18 concerts to see this week, including Rufus Wainwright, Madison Cunningham, Robert Glasper, Brandee Younger and more

By WXPN

Black Music City showcases new projects for 2023 at World Cafe Live

By WXPN

Views from Bonnaroo 2023!

By Avi Warren

Nina de Vitry celebrates social justice activism in new music video “History”

By John Vettese

Celebrate Black Voices on WXPN this Juneteenth

By WXPN

Lizzo, SZA, Lil Yachty, Ice Spice to play Made In America 2023

By John Vettese

Valerie June brings a one-woman show to City Winery Philadelphia

By WXPN

Joni Mitchell played her first headlining concert in 23 years with Brandi Carlile, Annie Lennox, Sarah McLachlan and more

By John Vettese

13 concerts to see this week, including Dead & Co, Strand Of Oaks, Buffalo Nichols, Wednesday and more

By John Vettese

Sweet Juice Festival is back for 2023 with Shamir, American Trappist and more

By John Vettese

Red Hot Chili Peppers and St. Vincent will play Hershey Park Stadium this fall

By John Vettese

Patti LaBelle will play a holiday homecoming show at The Met in December

By John Vettese

How Dell-P and Cratediggaz are helping lyricists hone their craft with The Wordsmith Experience

By Melissa Simpson

Announcing OUT LOUD!: A Pride radio special curated by DJ Robert Drake

By WXPN

Scenes from West Philly Porchfest

By John Vettese

Culture, Community, Creativity: Inside Roots Picnic 2023

By Melissa Simpson

14 concerts to see this week, including Wayne Music Festival, Corinne Bailey Rae, Rachel Andie and more

By WXPN

Janelle Monáe will play The Met Philly this fall

By Gavyn Green

A Master At Work: Big Boi at Brooklyn Bowl Philly on Memorial Day

By Josh Leidy

Le Tigre kicked off their first club tour in almost 20 years at Union Transfer

By John Vettese

14 concerts to see this week, including Roots Picnic, West Philly Porchfest, Christian Lee Hutson, Carly Rae Jepsen and more

By WXPN

Every Emotion Felt Enormous: Indigo De Souza at Union Transfer

By Megan Matuzak

Announcing WXPN Through The Years: A Memorial Day Weekend musical party

By WXPN

Julia Pratt and Kikashima will rep Philly at Tiny Desk On The Road; listen to Julia’s new single “Little Bug”

By John Vettese

12 concerts to see this week, including Crowded House, Neal Francis, Madison McFerrin and more

By WXPN

Feist’s immersive live show mesmerizes The Fillmore

By Koof Ibi Umoren

Paying homage to Giuseppi Logan, a musical innovator, at Solar Myth

By John Morrison

Celebrate 25 years of ‘The Miseducation Of Lauryn Hill’ with Black Canvas and WXPN Local at World Cafe Live

By Abdur Rahman

10 concerts to see this week, including Feist, Y La Bamba, Josh Ritter and more

By Paige Walter

Scenes from the Sing Us Home Festival

By John Vettese

Lean In With Love: Seal enthralls at The Met Philly

By John Vettese

Taylor Swift’s epic Eras Tour made a big, bold touchdown at The Linc

By Maureen Walsh and John Vettese

The Watson Twins showcase new ‘Holler’ LP at Free At Noon

By WXPN

Hozier’s ‘Eat Your Young’ pop-up concert shakes World Cafe Live

By John Vettese

Photos: MUNA and Nova Twins at The Met Philly

By WXPN

10 concerts to see this week, including Seal, Bailen, Citizen Cope and more

By John Vettese

Bailen raises their voices for an album release day NON-COMM set

By John Vettese

Dave Hause chats about the Sing Us Home Festival on the WXPN Midday Show ahead of opening day

By Mike Vasilikos

Ben Folds mixes clever storytelling and emotive songwriting at NON-COMM

By Gavyn Green

Say She She’s soul-tinged psychedelia is infectious at NON-COMM

By Samantha Sullivan

Arlo Parks is transcendentally cool at NON-COMM

By Sean Fennell

Thee Sacred Souls sets a tender tone at NON-COMM

By Gavyn Green

Blondshell brings a refreshing air of authenticity to NON-COMM

By Samantha Sullivan

Melissa Carper’s portable Americana finds a home at NON-COMM

By Sean Fennell

The atmospheric folk of Nanna enchants NON-COMM

By John Vettese

Abraham Alexander’s powerhouse voice has NON-COMM tuned in

By John Vettese

The legendary War is engaging, expressive, and electrifying at NON-COMM

By Gavyn Green

The Heavy’s energy can’t be contained at NON-COMM

By Samantha Sullivan

Genesis Owusu’s high-octane, genre-bending NON-COMM set was a feast for the ears and eyes

By Sean Fennell

Bully’s seismic tension-and-release makes an impact at NON-COMM

By Samantha Sullivan

Margaret Glaspy doesn’t hold back at NON-COMM

By Sean Fennell

Catbite spreads two-tone love at NON-COMM

By Gavyn Green

You And Me: Sparking nostalgic joy with The Walkmen at Union Transfer

By Josh Pelta-Heller

Black Opry Revue showed off exemplary songcraft and a supportive community at NON-COMM

By John Vettese

Purr warms up NON-COMM’s Free at Noon crowd to kick off day two

By John Vettese

Josh Ritter and the Royal City Band close out night one of NON-COMM with new cuts and old faves

By John Vettese

Natalie Merchant’s commanding set hushes the NON-COMM crowd

By Paige Walter

The Heavy Heavy shakes NON-COMM with a dazzling psychedelic groove

By John Vettese

Joshua Henry plays to his theatrical strengths at NON-COMM

By Paige Walter

Low Cut Connie pulls out all the stops to get NON-COMM started

By Sean Fennell

Hannah Jadagu finds strength in duality during her NON-COMM debut

By Gavyn Green

Listen to Petal’s new single “You Really Love Me,” hear frontperson Kiley Lotz talk No More Dysphoria Fest with Hit Like A Girl’s Nicolle Maroulis

By John Vettese

The casual brilliance of Built to Spill

By Josh Pelta-Heller

14 concerts to see this week, including The Walkmen, The War and Treaty, Sing Us Home Festival and more

By WXPN

John Morrison’s Philly Top 5: April notes from The Out-Sect to cinéSPEAK

By John Morrison

Emily King shows off the slow grooves of ‘Special Occasion’ for Free At Noon

By John Vettese

Scott McMicken and The EVER-EXPANDING bring ‘SHABANG’ to the stage at South Street’s TLA

By Koof Ibi Umoren

The glorious return of Center City Jazz Fest

By John Vettese

No Fear On The Jersey Shore: Ruby The Hatchet and friends at Anchor Rock Club

By John Vettese

Ruston Kelly finds strength in ‘The Weakness’ at the TLA

By Matthew Shaver

Andy Shauf plays the quietest Union Transfer show ever

By Paige Walter

18 concerts to see this week, including Father John Misty, Nickel Creek, John Kim Faye, Arnetta Johnson and more

By WXPN

Photos: Sun Ra Arkestra at World Cafe Live

By WXPN

Black Belt Eagle Scout play their first Philly headliner at Johnny Brenda’s

By Paige Walter

Caroline Polachek brings her full creative vision to Franklin Music Hall

By Paige Walter

Becoming A Convert: The MIKE show at the First Unitarian Church

By Josh Leidy

Photos: Taylor Kelly, Great Time, Jasmine Cassell at Johnny Brenda’s

By WXPN

18 concerts to see this week, including Black Belt Eagle Scout, Andy Shauf, Natalie Merchant, Ruston Kelly and more

By WXPN

The lows and high of Caroline Rose at Union Transfer

By Dylan Eddinger

Ron Gallo celebrated ‘Foreground Music’ at a sold-out Johnny Brenda’s

By WXPN

19 concerts to see this week, including Caroline Rose, Caroline Polachek, Andrew Bird and more

By WXPN

Photos: Titus Andronicus at Underground Arts

By WXPN

Rebel Girl: Bikini Kill rallies fans at a long-awaited Franklin Music Hall show

By Megan Matuzak

Maggie Rogers comes to The Mann this summer with Soccer Mommy

By Paige Walter

Wilder Woods brings a stadium-ready show to Free At Noon

By John Vettese

Tears For Fears’ 2023 tour with Cold War Kids kicks off in A.C.

By Paige Walter

Striking a balance with Lukas Nelson and Promise Of The Real at The Queen

By Joe del Tufo

18 concerts to see this week, including Hadassah Edith, Titus Andronicus, Lucius and more

By WXPN

Cosmic Guilt bring their fresh take on classic country to Brooklyn Bowl

By Dylan Eddinger

The Black Opry Residency showcase was an emotional finale to a “life-changing” week

By WXPN

The War On Drugs will headline an outdoor show at the Stone Pony Summer Stage

By John Vettese

Madonna expands her Celebration tour, including Wells Fargo Center stop in December

By John Vettese

King Tuff gets back to nature at Johnny Brenda’s

By Megan Matuzak

Jam-packed sets and epic grooves from Goose at The Met Philly

By Dylan Eddinger

16 concerts to see this week, including Etran de L’Aïr, Pete Donnelly, Cosmic Guilt and more

By WXPN

Ari Lennox ties a bow on a perfect week of soul in Philly

By Abdur Rahman

Yo La Tengo performs two breathtaking sets at Union Transfer on St. Patrick’s Day

By Paige Walter

10 concerts to see this week, including Tedeschi Trucks Band, the Black Opry Residency showcase, Ibeyi and more

By WXPN

Do You Remember: Jill Scott takes hometown fans on an anniversary journey through her classic debut

By Abdur Rahman

Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band bring classics, covers, and rock and roll celebration to South Philly

By Josh Pelta-Heller

Center City Jazz Festival returns for 2023 across four downtown venues

By Paige Walter

10 concerts to see this week, including Bleary Eyed, Carla Gamble, Dawes and more

By WXPN

Margo Price packed the house at the TLA, covered John Prine with Kurt Vile

By WXPN

Paisley Fields, Sug Daniels, and Sean Barna kick off their journey to Texas at Ortlieb’s

By WXPN

The Cure announces 2023 North American tour; playing Wells Fargo Center in June

By John Vettese

Your 2023 International Women’s Day on WXPN programming guide

By WXPN

Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire will team up at Wells Fargo Center this August

By John Vettese

Jenny Lewis’ 2023 tour comes to The Met Philly in July; watch new music video for “Puppy And A Truck”

By John Vettese

17 concerts to see this week, including Shemekia Copeland, Marco Benevento, an array of Philly artists at the Philadelphia Flower Show and more

By WXPN

Weyes Blood gave a stunning home crowd performance at Union Transfer

By Paige Walter

The Lumineers will headline The Mann on their 2023 summer tour

By WXPN

14 concerts to see this week, including Margo Price, Anaïs Mitchell, Bill Callahan and more

By WXPN

Overcoats reinvent themselves for a deconstructed Free at Noon

By John Vettese

No More Dysphoria Festival featuring Petal, Crooks and Nannies, Hit Like A Girl and more will support the transgender community

By Paige Walter

The Philadelphia Flower Show features a stellar lineup of local artists including SNACKTIME, Great Time, Kingsley Ibeneche and more

By Paige Walter

Screaming Females return to the Union Transfer stage this April

By John Vettese

Lauryn Hill, Lil Uzi Vert, Diddy, Eve, The Isley Brothers and more will play Roots Picnic Weekend 2023

By John Vettese

12 concerts to see this week, including Elvis Costello, The Dip, Sunny War and more

By WXPN

Listen to Nik Greeley and the Operators play Free At Noon

By WXPN

Depeche Mode is coming to Wells Fargo Center on 2023 world tour

By Paige Walter

Danielle Ponder packs the lounge at World Cafe Live

By WXPN

Honesty and Intimacy: Kimbra brings Valentine’s Day blessings to Philly

By Megan Matuzak

Phish’s summer tour dates announced; playing The Mann for two nights

By John Vettese

12 concerts to see this week including Billy Strings, Eliza Edens, Wilmo Rock Circus and more

By WXPN

SYML showcases sensitive cinematic anthems at Free at Noon

By John Vettese

Amos Lee is joined by The Philadelphia Orchestra for summer show at The Mann

By Paige Walter

Big Thief’s grand anthems brought together their largest Philly crowd at Franklin Music Hall

By Paige Walter

The Hold Steady’s East Coast Weekend packs it in at Brooklyn Bowl Philly

By Sean Fennell

13 concerts to see this week, including Lake Street Dive, Samia, Macy Gray, Lilys and more

By WXPN

Turning up the heat with Chestnut Grove and friends at World Cafe Live

By WXPN

Sunny War showcases her new LP ‘Anarchist Gospel’ to Free at Noon

By John Vettese

London R&B trio FLO will make their Philly debut at The Foundry in April

By John Vettese

Mixing it up at the Philly jam session Mixed Bag

By Abdur Rahman

Watch Yves Tumor’s gripping new music video for “Echolalia”

By John Vettese

Synthpop icons Sparks are bringing their 2023 tour to Glenside’s Keswick Theatre this summer

By John Vettese

Pixies will play The Met Philly in June with Franz Ferdinand and Bully

By John Vettese

Y La Bamba announces new album ‘Luche,’ shares 2023 tour dates

By John Vettese

Tori Amos’ summer 2023 tour comes to Hershey Theater

By John Vettese

The Smile announces North American tour, including Franklin Music Hall date

By John Vettese

11 concerts to see this week, including Say She She, Chestnut Grove, The Hold Steady and more

By John Vettese

Dave Hause announces Sing Us Home Festival with Drive-By Truckers, Kathleen Edwards, Catbite & more

By Paige Walter

Le Tigre will kick off its first tour in 18 years at Union Transfer

By John Vettese

Dave Matthews Band shares revved up new song “Madman’s Eyes,” announces tour with two Camden dates

By John Vettese

Beck and Phoenix will headline The Mann in September with Weyes Blood

By John Vettese

13 concerts to see this week including Nick Hakim, Neko Case, Stereo League and more

By WXPN

All about Passages: a transcendent audiovisual series presented by Great Circles at St. Michael’s Lutheran Church

By Thomas Hagen

Arlo Parks returns with fervent new single “Weightless”

By John Vettese

The National announces new album, summer tour coming to The Met Philly in August with The Beths

By John Vettese

12 concerts to see this week, including Rhett Miller, Kuf Knotz and Christine Elise, Mitamu and more

By WXPN

We’re So In Tune: A co-bill of Kississippi and Highnoon sells out Johnny Brenda’s

By John Vettese

MUNA announces 2023 with Philly show at The Met

By Paige Walter

Lilys return to Philly for two nights at the Latvian Society in Callowhill

By John Vettese

Remembering Philly’s Tom Walling, a gentle giant of the drums

By John Vettese

Sylvan Esso will bring ‘No Rules Sandy’ to Franklin Music Hall this summer

By John Vettese

Kendrick Lamar, Foo Fighters, Jenny Lewis, My Morning Jacket and other XPN faves will play Bonnaroo 2023

By John Vettese

12 concerts to see this week, including Kississippi, Chaka Khan, Wheatus and more

By WXPN

Candy Volcano kicks off Philly Loves Bowie Week with a celebratory Free At Noon

By John Vettese

Sam Smith announces North American tour with Philly date in August

By Paige Walter

Here’s what’s on tap for Philly Bowie Week 2023!

By WXPN

6 concerts to see this week, including Buffalo Nichols, Chuck Prophet, and more

By WXPN

Free At Noon’s last dance of 2022 with St. Paul and the Broken Bones

By John Vettese

9 concerts to see this week, including Devon Gilfillian, The Felice Brothers, St. Paul and the Broken Bones and more

By WXPN

Where to see live music this New Year’s Eve in Philly!

By Paige Walter

Nice On Ice: Modest Mouse celebrates the legacy of ‘Lonesome Crowded West’ at a packed Fillmore

By John Vettese

Watch the 14th Annual WXPN Home for the Holidays Concert

By WXPN

8 concerts to see this week, including Sun Ra Arkestra, Ron Gallo, Samara Joy and more

By WXPN

WXPN’s 2022 Holiday Listening Menu!

By WXPN

12 concerts to see this week, including The Lemonheads, Son Little, Cosmic Guilt and more

By WXPN

The XPN 90s A to Z by the numbers!

By WXPN

20+ movie soundtrack essentials heard on the #XPN90sAtoZ

By John Vettese

17 concerts to see this week, including Indigo Girls, The Districts, Strand of Oaks and more

By WXPN

“Our Home Away From Home”: Adam Granduciel of The War On Drugs on returning to Johnny Brenda’s this month for A Drugcember To Remember

By John Vettese

Laura Jane Grace played her last show of 2022 at Ardmore Music Hall with Gladie

By John Vettese

10 Years of ‘On The Impossible Past’: The Menzingers at Union Transfer

By Rachel Del Sordo

17 concerts to see this week, including Laura Jane Grace, Dinosaur Jr., Samara Joy, the Lame-O Turns Ten festival and more

By WXPN

The London Suede and Manic Street Preachers bring Britpop to The Met

By Joe del Tufo

Alex G played three sold out nights at Union Transfer this weekend

By John Vettese

8 concerts to see this week, including Chestnut Grove, The Last Waltz Philly, The Menzingers and more

By WXPN

Rayland Baxter stretches out for an hour-long Free at Noon

By John Vettese

Ani DiFranco returns to Philly with three decades’ worth of compelling folk

By John Vettese

Pure and Powerful: Thee Sacred Souls at Underground Arts

By Abdur Rahman

Heating up on a Sunday night with Magdalena Bay

By John Vettese

Soaring with Billy Strings at The Met Philly

By Dylan Eddinger

15 concerts to see this week, including Ani DiFranco, Josh Ritter, Bartees Strange and more

By WXPN

From Blur v Oasis to R&B Gold: Celebrate the 90s on WXPN ahead of the 90s A to Z

By WXPN

Starcrawler and Vixen 77 bring the rock and bombast to Underground Arts

By Megan Matuzak

Theatre in the X and Drexel University explore the legacy of rap martyrs Tupac Shakur and Notorious B.I.G. in new original play

By Paige Walter

15 concerts to see this week, including Valerie June, Plains, Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, Catbite and more

By John Vettese

Everything In Its Place: Kevin Morby at Ardmore Music Hall

By John Vettese

16 concerts to see this week including NNAMDÏ, Beth Orton, Trombone Shorty, The Warhawks and more

By WXPN

Tegan and Sara played their first full band show since 2017 at Union Transfer

By John Vettese

Halloween on WXPN: Spooky songs and terrifying tunes

By WXPN

A reunited Algernon Cadwallader packs Union Transfer for two nights

By John Vettese

Tailgate Time! Listen to a WXPN-curated playlist to get you excited for Game One of the World Series

By WXPN

Lizzy Goodman talks ‘Meet Me In The Bathroom’ with Kristen Kurtis on the XPN Morning Show

By John Vettese

John Morrison’s Philly Top 5: October highlights from Illadelph Archives to Secret Cinema

By John Morrison

14 concerts to see this week, including Metric, Tegan & Sara, Zoh Amba, Ceramic Animal, and more

By WXPN

The Smashing Pumpkins go it alone at Wells Fargo Center for an epic arena-size home run

By Tom Beck

Danielle Ponder delivered her sermon at today’s Free at Noon set

By Walden Green

WXPN Celebrates Public Radio Music Day with live local performances and YOUR requests

By WXPN

Rock The House: Gorillaz at The Met Philly

By Rachel Del Sordo

16 concerts to see this week, including Vixen 77, DEHD, Early James, Ghost Light and more

By John Vettese

Chaotic Good: Broken Social Scene celebrates 20 years of ‘You Forgot It In People’ at Union Transfer

By John Vettese

The Wonder Years bring ‘The Hum Goes On Forever’ to Franklin Music Hall

By Rachel Del Sordo

Stereo League’s Free at Noon set was blue-eyed soul in shades of retro cool

By Walden Green

It’s Going Up on a Tuesday: Sudan Archives at World Cafe Live 

By Josh Leidy

Don McCloskey’s high energy set has the Free at Noon crowd on its feet

By John Vettese

15 concerts to see this week, including Sudan Archives, Broken Social Scene, Rufus Wainwright, Philly Music Fest and more

By WXPN

Pavement jams with Kurt Vile, rocks the hits, and digs for deep cuts at The Met

By John Vettese

Lost in the moment with Carly Rae Jepsen at The Met Philly

By Maureen Walsh

17 concerts to see this week, including Pavement, Fontaines D.C., Cate Le Bon, Resistance Revival Chorus and more

By John Vettese

The ever-charismatic King Princess reigns supreme at The Fillmore

By Megan Matuzak

The Line Goes On Forever: The Wonder Years bring a multifaceted album celebration to Doylestown

By Rachel Del Sordo

John Morrison’s Philly Top 5: September highlights from Kingsley Ibeneche to the Philadelphia Eagles’

By John Morrison

Lizzy McAlpine took the Theater of Living Arts from a whisper to a scream

By Walden Green

Firefly On The Fly: Poptimistic highs from Dua Lipa, Charli XCX, T-Pain and more to end the weekend

By John Vettese

Firefly On The Fly: A high drama Saturday with Green Day, Haim, Lo Moon, The Head and the Heart and more

By John Vettese

20 concerts to see this week, including New Order, Lucy Dacus, Lizzo, Billy Bragg and more

By John Vettese

Firefly On The Fly: Anthems for elder emos with My Chemical Romance, Weezer, Avril Lavigne, and more

By John Vettese

Lil Nas X Delivers A Theatrical, Exuberant Three Act Show, Performs New Single At The Met Philadelphia 

By Megan Matuzak

Nikki Lane had a lesson to teach and a story to tell at Free at Noon

By Walden Green

Firefly On The Fly: A Sheer Mag surprise, rock and rage from Halsey, Willow, Mannequin Pussy and more on day one

By John Vettese

Jenny Lewis closed out XPNFest on the River stage with sharp wit and hard-earned wisdom

By Walden Green

The Dip keeps the XPNFest Marina Stage on its toes

By John Vettese

Neal Francis’ Marina stage set was the classic rock radio jam session of your dreams

By Walden Green

Kathleen Edwards rides again at XPNFest

By John Vettese

The Suffers return to XPNFest with songs of love, rage, and joy

By Paige Walter

Buffalo Nichols delivers a pensive, profound set on the XPNFest Marina Stage

By John Vettese

Cosmic Guilt’s countrydelic tones sounded majestic on the XPNFest River Stage

By Walden Green

Chestnut Grove opens up day three of XPNFest with a bang

By John Vettese

Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats team up with The Revivalists for a soul-shaking night two closer at XPNFest

By Sean Fennell

Lucinda Williams plays an impassioned, inspiring set at XPNFest

By Walden Green

Houndmouth makes a rousing return to XPNFest

By John Vettese

Valerie June shared visions of a brighter future in her XPNFest set

By Paige Walter

The Felice Brothers bring a storytelling-rich set to the XPNFest Marina Stage

By Sean Fennell

Bartees Strange’s River stage set slayed and shattered expectations

By Walden Green

Black Opry Revue showcases songwriters and community at the XPNFest Marina Stage

By John Vettese

Lo Moon brings their A-game to the XPNFest River Stage

By Sean Fennell

Catbite has enough energy to power all of Camden on the XPNFest Marina Stage

By Walden Green

Highnoon’s soaring and sunny indie pop greets the XPNFest crowd on day two

By Paige Walter

Master classes with The War on Drugs and Patti Smith to end day one XPNFest

By Sean Fennell

Legendary bluesman Taj Mahal was silly, swinging, and seductive on the River stage

By Walden Green

Behind the scenes at XPNFest 2022!

By WXPN

Samantha Fish’s infectious showmanship shines at XPNFest

By Sean Fennell

Sarah Shook & the Disarmers took the River stage on a tour through country-rock history

By Walden Green

Dos Santos takes XPNFest on a psychedelic cumbia odyssey

By John Vettese

Omar’s Hat opens up the XPNFest River Stage with a delightful set of classic and modern soul

By Sean Fennell

On the XPNFest Marina stage, Tamino was more than just a pretty face

By Walden Green

On the run with The Tisburys at XPNFest

By John Vettese

Generations of chic with Roxy Music and St. Vincent

By Maureen Walsh

Pearl Jam sails into Camden

By Tom Beck

Hit the road with Eight on their frenetic “Rainbow” video featuring Ivy 2

By John Vettese

Before The Rain: Scenes from Moon River Festival, including Lucius, The National and more

By Avi Warren

#XPNFest Guide: Discover new faves and fall back in love with seasoned players on the Camden Waterfront this week

By Sean Fennell

Never Turn Your Back On Mother Earth: The naturalistic drama of Neko Case resonates at Union Transfer

By Josh Pelta-Heller

Neal Francis joins the 2022 XPoNential Festival lineup

By Paige Walter

The freewheeling Red Hot Chili Peppers hold court, unpredictably, at Citizens Bank Park

By John Vettese

8 concerts to see this week, including Built To Spill, Neko Case, Diana Ross and more

By WXPN

Give ‘Em Hell: My Chemical Romance reunites and rages at Wells Fargo Center

By John Vettese

The Shins played ‘Oh, Inverted World’ in full, plus a parade of other hits, at Franklin Music Hall

By Megan Matuzak

12 concerts to see this week, including The Mountain Goats, Best Bear, Red Hot Chili Peppers and more

By WXPN

Chestnut Grove stretches their sound at a revved-up Free at Noon

By John Vettese

John Morrison’s Philly Top 5: August highlights from RJD2 to Art/Rock/Revelry

By John Morrison

Farewell, mewithoutYou: Scenes from the Philly post-hardcore faves’ final show

By John Vettese

Peaches celebrates her ‘Teaches’ for Philthy crowd

By Megan Matuzak

The swoon-worthy Wild Hearts Tour brings Sharon Van Etten, Angel Olsen, and Julien Baker to The Mann

By WXPN

Walking through the scene’s past with Art/Rock/Revelry’s Alyssa Shea

By Will Kirkpatrick

Right On Time: The rapturous return of Brandi Carlile

By John Vettese

18 concerts to see this week, including Amos Lee, Devon Gilfillian, Indigo Girls and more

By WXPN

Dustbowl Revival brings energy and passion to their eclectic #FreeAtNoon set

By Will Kirkpatrick

Mystical Medicine Music: Santana and Earth, Wind & Fire lift spirits in Camden

By John Vettese

Leon Bridges was smooth, silky, and soulful at The Mann Center

By Bruce Warren

Fleet Foxes bring lofty folk to The Mann’s outdoor stage

By Paige Walter

16 concerts to see this week, including Sharon Van Etten, Brandi Carlile, Philly Folk Fest and more

By John Vettese

Christone “Kingfish” Ingram delivers a fiery performance at Ardmore Music Hall for Free at Noon

By Will Kirkpatrick

Remember Sports plays its first show since 2019 at PhilaMOCA

By Will Kirkpatrick

Total Immersion: Hiatus Kaiyote at Union Transfer

By Josh Leidy

Alicia Keys and the ultimate mixtape

By John Vettese

11 concerts to see this week, including A Giant Dog, Susquehanna Folk Festival, Leon Bridges and more

By WXPN

Chris Kasper previews his vibrant new album ‘Holysmoke’ at Free at Noon and on the WXPN Folk Show

By Will Kirkpatrick

The Black Keys honor their roots and reach for the stars in Camden

By Bruce Warren

15 concerts to see this week, including Ani DiFranco, Oh He Dead, Santana, and more

By WXPN

Mitski captivated a sold out Franklin Music Hall in her return to Philly

By Paige Walter

Japanese Breakfast and friends rally at The Dell to Make The World Better

By John Vettese

12 concerts to see this week, including Hop Along, DhakaBrakha, The Black Keys, and more

By WXPN

Phish returns to The Mann for a sold out crowd and a second set Tweezerfest

By Dylan Eddinger

25 concerts (!) to see this week, including Jackson Browne, Phish, Warpaint, Japanese Breakfast and more

By WXPN

Beth Orton previews ‘Weather Alive,’ revisits ‘Central Reservation’ and more for Free at Noon

By John Vettese

Tamino makes an enchanting Free at Noon debut

By John Vettese

The sweltering sounds of the Punknews Summer Soiree

By Will Kirkpatrick

17 concerts to see this week, including CJ Mills and Sophie Coran, Bikini Kill, Shady Grove Music Festival and more

By WXPN

Lucy Dacus kicks off her summer tour with a Free at Noon set showcasing ‘Home Video’

By Will Kirkpatrick

Alvvays will release third album ‘Blue Rev’ this fall; listen to “Pharmacist”

By John Vettese

Full Bush head up a stacked and cathartic Sunday bill at Ortlieb’s

By Megan Matuzak

It’s Going to be a Beautiful Night: Prince’s ‘Sign O’ The Times’ to screen in Clark Park

By John Morrison

10 concerts to see this week, including The O’Jays, Attia Taylor, Lancaster Roots and Blues and more

By WXPN

Catbite brings the ska revival to Free at Noon with maximum energy

By John Vettese

Photos: Purity Ring at Union Transfer

By WXPN

Tears for Fears and Garbage shone bright at The Mann Center

By Josh Pelta-Heller

The Oval XP brings music back to the Parkway with Queen of Jeans, Max Swan, Chill Moody and more

By Will Kirkpatrick

Poliça builds up their music bit by bit at The Foundry

By Megan Matuzak

Capturing all of the ‘Good Stuff’ at Bonnaroo 2022

By Avi Warren

Kurt Vile delivers a wonderful Free At Noon performance

By Will Kirkpatrick

Watch a live WXPN Kanaval Concert featuring Lakou Mizik

By WXPN

Setting it off with Sweet Pill and friends at Ukie Club

By Megan Matuzak

Robert Plant and Alison Krauss deliver a perfect Sunday night serenade at The Mann

By Josh Pelta-Heller

Sigur Ros makes a majestic return to Philly at The Met

By Joe del Tufo

Kurt Vile and the Violators fly high at Union Transfer with Sun Ra Arkestra

By Thomas Hagen

The Lumineers celebrate their community with a night of joy and togetherness

By Dylan Eddinger

What You Feel: Digable Planets live in the moment at Ardmore Music Hall

By John Vettese

Early James brings a classic country feel to Free at Noon

By Will Kirkpatrick

Boston Calling in photos, from Backseat Lovers to Japanese Breakfast

By Avi Warren

NNAMDÏ is otherworldly and engaging at Johnny Brenda’s

By John Morrison

HAIM brings ‘Women In Music Pt. III’ to The Mann

By Dylan Eddinger

Even Deeper: Nine Inch Nails takes fans on an unpredictable ride at The Met Philly

By John Vettese

Sadurn breaks out their beautiful debut ‘Radiator’ at Johnny Brenda’s with friends Shannen Moser and The Afterglows

By Thomas Hagen

RSVP: Lakou Mizik Concert at World Cafe Live

By WXPN

Amyl and the Sniffers was delightfully rowdy at a packed Underground Arts

By Skylar Watkins

Makaya McCraven played an expansive, genre-defying set at World Cafe Live

By Maureen Walsh

SNL Big: Japanese Breakfast takes on late night with “Be Sweet” and “Paprika” live from New York (and more)

By John Vettese

In This Together: Dave at the TLA

By Josh Leidy

Interpol headlines an invigorating show to The Met Philly

By Matthew Shaver

Steve Forbert Celebrates the release of <i>Moving Through America</i> with a Free At Noon performance

By Will Kirkpatrick

Joy Oladokun brings warmth and wisdom to Ardmore Music Hall

By Rachel Barrish

PUP and pals rage on a rainy Friday at Franklin Music Hall

By John Vettese

Lucius closes #NONCOMM with heartbreak, harmonies, and disco

By John Vettese

Joanna Sternberg’s whimsical anti-folk turns sadness on its head with warmth and wit at #NONCOMM

By John Vettese

Old Crow Medicine Show brings down the #NONCOMM house with Molly Tuttle, a Beastie Boys cover, and of course, “Wagon Wheel”

By John Vettese

Kiwi Jr. brings storytelling lyrics and throwback charm work their magic at #NONCOMM

By Will Kirkpatrick

Late Thursday, Nilüfer Yanya lights up beautiful PAINLESS cuts and more at #NONCOMM

By Thomas Hagen

Sarah Shook and the Disarmers gets rowdy with the PRX Stage crowd at #NONCOMM

By Sean Fennell

The Dip are the ultimate party band at #NONCOMM

By John Vettese

Curtis Harding heady hybrid of genres goes over big at #NONCOMM

By Will Kirkpatrick

S.G. Goodman makes a strong impression on #NONCOMM’s NPR Music stage

By Sean Fennell

Madison Cunningham shines in a stunning trio set Thursday night at #NONCOMM

By Thomas Hagen

Spoon leads a master class in indie rock endurance to The Fillmore

By Josh Pelta-Heller

Buffalo Nichols eases into #NONCOMM day three with dazzling ambience and guitar shredding

By John Vettese

Father John Misty’s unwavering swagger was on full display at #NONCOMM

By Paige Walter

Charley Crockett and his band bring a slick country set to #NONCOMM late Wednesday

By Thomas Hagen

Sharon Van Etten debuts music from ‘We’ve Been Going About This All Wrong’ at #NONCOMM

By Sean Fennell

Sugaray Rayford has no time for regrets at #NONCOMM

By Will Kirkpatrick

Indigo De Souza soars on #NONCOMM’s second night

By Thomas Hagen

Ondara draws in the crowd at #NONCOMM with velvety vocals and a troubadour’s charisma

By Sean Fennell

Cosmic Guilt’s dreamy Americana finds strength in numbers at #NONCOMM

By Will Kirkpatrick

Spoon’s Britt Daniel and Alex Fischel rise to the occasion of going (mostly) unplugged at #NONCOMM

By John Vettese

Allison Russell’s dynamic folk was a transformative start to #NONCOMM day two

By John Vettese

Geese’s chaotic, compelling set closes out day one of #NONCOMM

By Will Kirkpatrick

G. Love celebrates the past and looks to the future in a formidable one-man show at #NONCOMM

By John Vettese

Craig Finn shows #NONCOMM why he’s one of indie rock’s premiere storytellers

By Sean Fennell

Grace Vonderkuhn comes out swinging with basement show energy at #NONCOMM

By Will Kirkpatrick

Art d’Ecco brings 70s swagger and 80s flare to #NONCOMM

By John Vettese

Ryan Culwell guides a musical tour of America’s heartland at #NONCOMM

By Sean Fennell

Janis Ian’s solo acoustic set at #NONCOMM was resonant and reflective

By Will Kirkpatrick

Ben Arnold and his band get #NONCOMM off to a rollicking start

By John Vettese

Musical portraits were created at The Black Canvas Experience’s Rittenhouse Soundworks showcase

By Abdur Rahman

Suzanne Sheer previews ‘The Blue Hour’ in a subtly sublime set at Warehouse on Watts

By John Vettese

Ceramic Animal’s grooves run from mellow to massive at Free at Noon

By John Vettese

Fontaines D.C. get down to business at their sold out album release day Free at Noon

By John Vettese

Lorde embraces change and light in a radiant ‘Solar Power’ performance at The Met

By John Vettese

Record Store Day 2022 in Philly: Eight shops to visit

By John Morrison

The War on Drugs, Patti Smith, Nathaniel Rateliff, Jenny Lewis, Bartees Strange and more are playing XPoNential Music Festival 2022

By John Vettese

Seratones bring a funky psychedelic rock and soul party to Free at Noon

By John Vettese

Outdoor concert season is back with alt-J, Portugal. The Man, and Cherry Glazerr opening the Mann Center

By Dylan Eddinger

Waxahatchee and fans find release in a soaring ‘Saint Cloud’ performance at Union Transfer

By Emily Herbein

Spirit of the Beehive captivates the Church basement at their first hometown headliner since 2018

By Skylar Watkins

Christian Lee Hutson’s contemplative charm shines in Free at Noon set

By John Vettese

Love was in the air as Snail Mail brought ‘Valentine’ (and Philly’s Joy Again) to Union Transfer

By Mariah Hall

Beach Fuzz rock World Cafe Live with Gabi Gamberg and Alex the Astronaut

By Dylan Eddinger

Candy Volcano throws a belated Bowie birthday bash at Free at Noon

By John Vettese

Scenes from Tank and the Bangas and Cory Henry’s work night party at Union Transfer

By Ellen Miller

Langhorne Slim spreads love at Ardmore Music Hall’s divine dancefloor for a freewheeling Free at Noon

By John Vettese

Perfume Genius and Hand Habits deliver immersive, emotive performances at Union Transfer

By Megan Matuzak

Courtney Barnett’s ‘Here And There’ touring festival brings Lucy Dacus, Faye Webster, Caroline Rose to XL Live

By Paige Walter

Tame Impala filled the Wells Fargo Center with heavy vibes and powerful psychedelia

By Bruce Warren

The wordless grooves of Khruangbin move The Met Philly

By Abdur Rahman

Tank and the Bangas bring new soul to World Cafe Live for Free At Noon

By Paige Walter

Garcia Peoples deliver expansive jams during the Free at Noon hour

By John Vettese

James Weldon and friends throw a Sunday night party at World Cafe Live

For a quiet Sunday night in late winter, there was an abundance of life and energy in the Lounge at World Cafe Live last…

By John Vettese

An Evening With Jackson Browne comes to The Mann Center in July

Singer-songwriter icon Jackson Browne is heading on tour this summer, and his run of ‘An Evening With’ dates swings through the Philly region on…

By John Vettese

Blood plays a hot Ortlieb’s set on a chilly March night with Florry and Family Vision

I first came across Blood entirely by accident. The nervy post-punk band — previously from Austin, Texas — relocated to Philadelphia a couple years…

By Skylar Watkins

Pearl Jam is coming to Waterfont Music in Camden this September

Veteran Seattle rockers Pearl Jam just announced a late summer tour — many of then rescheduled dates in support of their March 2020 album…

By John Vettese

Animal Collective take fans on a journey through the unexpected at Union Transfer

This past Wednesday eve at Union Transfer was a Kinder Surprise egg of a show designed by headliner and practiced hive mind, Animal Collective.

By Megan Matuzak

Kimmel Center hosts a tribute to the queen of soul, Aretha Franklin, featuring Damien Sneed and Karen Clark Sheard

Mark your calendars for an exciting presentation by the Kimmel Cultural Campus on Friday March 18th: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin: The Queen of…

By Paige Walter

Norah Jones and Regina Spektor will play The Mann Center together this July

It’s a powerhouse duo of modern singer-songwriter favorites when Norah Jones and Regina Spektor team up on tour this summer — and the newly…

By John Vettese

Phoebe Bridgers’ summer tour will make a stop at the Stone Pony Summer Stage

Singer-songwriter favorite Phoebe Bridgers spent the second half of 2021 on the road supporting her sophomore album, Punisher, and after a brief pause, she…

By John Vettese

Mandy Moore’s new album ‘In Real Life’ features members of Dawes, Lucius and more; listen to the title track

Singer-songwriter Mandy Moore released her sublime sixth album Silver Landings right at the top of the pandemic in March of 2020, and after over…

By John Vettese

Kurt Vile reflects on personal connections on rootsy pop single “Hey Like A Child”

Late last week, Philadelphia singer-songwriter Kurt Vile released the second pre-release teaser of his Verve Records debut (watch my moves).

By John Vettese

Sunflower Bean gives Millersville a taste of ‘Head Full Of Sugar’

Saturday night in Lancaster County, the NYC rock group Sunflower Bean toured their upcoming album Head Full of Sugar to an intimate crowd at…

By Dylan Eddinger

Tyler, The Creator celebrated his birthday with a packed house at Wells Fargo Center

Nobody but Tyler, The Creator and his fans could’ve imagined that he would be one of the biggest names in music after seeing the…

By Abdur Rahman

Lakecia Benjamin on paying tribute to the Coltranes with her project ‘Pursuance’

On her 2020 album Pursuance: The Coltranes, saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin presents some new and exciting interpretations of the music of jazz pioneers Alice and…

By John Morrison

Corinne Bailey Rae comes to York’s Appell Center, Camden’s Wiggins Park, in first US tour in over five years

More exciting Spring/Summer tours are being announced, including a special one from Corinne Bailey Rae with support from Jensen McRae, Melanie Charlies, and Adria…

By Paige Walter

Courtney Barnett and Lucy Dacus will play The Mann Center in July

Singer-songwriter Courtney Barnett just announced the make-up date for her postponed Met Philly show from last month, and it’s a good one. This summer,…

By John Vettese

The Chicks will play Waterfront Music Pavillion this summer with Patty Griffin

Country music legends The Chicks returned from a 15-year hiatus in 2020 with the release of Gaslighter, their eighth studio LP. This summer, the…

By John Vettese

POLIÇA’s 2022 tour brings them to The Foundry; watch new music video for “Rotting”

Atmospheric twin cities rockers POLIÇA return this summer with a new single called “Rotting” and a U.S. tour that has the band headlining The…

By John Vettese

Lo Moon celebrates ‘A Modern Life,’ plays their first show since 2018 at Free at Noon

Anthemic Los Angeles rock band Lo Moon released their second album today, the stirring A Modern Life, and they celebrated with a whisper-to-a-scream Free…

By John Vettese

I’m Getting Excited: The Beths at Underground Arts

I don’t mean to brag (yes I do, actually), but I was at the first ever Beths show in Philadelphia. It was at Ortlieb’s…

By Tom Beck

Shamir will celebrate the release of ‘Heterosexuality’ LP at MilkBoy with Riverby (who just released a new single)

Shamir released his eighth album Heterosexuality last month, and it finds him exploring themes ranging from self-identity to capitalism over gritty grungey indie rock…

By John Vettese

Strand of Oaks’ re-scheduled ‘In Heaven’ tour comes to Union Transfer in June

To date, the only full-band show Strand of Oaks has played since the rollout began on their seventh album Eraserland was a rousing set…

By John Vettese

Electric Candlelight brought good old-fashioned rock and roll to World Cafe on an all-local bill

It’s rare that the music hall at World Cafe Live hosts a show as hyper-local as the one last Saturday night. The cavernous venue,…

By Paige Walter

Magdalena Bay debuts at The Foundry with trippy visuals, electropop jams, and a high-concept show

“I was programmed by Magdalena Bay to be your guide through the Mercurial World,” spoke a giant projected thermal face named Chaeri to start…

By Skylar Watkins

Sigur Ros’ first tour in five years comes to The Met Philly in June

Experimental Icelandic soundscapers Sigur Ros released their chilly, mystical untitled third LP in October of 2002, and ahead of the album’s 20th anniversary, the…

By John Vettese

Firefly’s 2022 lineup includes Green Day, Halsey, My Chemical Romance, Mannequin Pussy, Willow and more

Firefly Music Festival is returning to the Woodlands of Dover, Delaware — and just like XPoNential Music Festival, it’s keeping its new autumn dates…

By John Vettese

Neal Francis’ solo-piano Free At Noon transforms his songs in all sorts of stylish directions

Chicago singer-songwriter Neal Francis captured our attention last spring as the sparkling and impressive glam-fueled rocker with a breakout set at the virtual NON-COMMvention.

By John Vettese

Leon Bridges will play The Mann Center’s Skyline Stage in August with Little Dragon

It’s only February, but singer-songwriter Leon Bridges has practically the rest of the year mapped out ahead of him. His third studio LP, Gold-Diggers…

By John Vettese

Brandi Carlile will bring ‘In These Silent Days’ to The Mann this August

Singer-songwriter Brandi Carlile‘s seventh studio album In These Silent Days has one of our favorite Americana stars shining brighter then ever, garnering her five…

By John Vettese

Phish will play two shows at The Mann, three shows at the AC beach this summer

Jam scene veterans Phish are taking to the road again this summer, and gifting the Philly region with five stops along the way.

By John Vettese

Mary J. Blige, Kamasi Washington, Jazmine Sullivan and more tapped for Roots Picnic’s two-day return in June

When the Roots Picnic had its last in-person installment in 2019, it had just settled into a glorious new home — the verdant expanse…

By John Vettese

Orville Peck shares first installment of new music, announces show at The Fillmore in May

Orville Peck is set to release his new album, Bronco on April 8th. Country music’s greatest enigma is changing the game once again by…

By Paige Walter

Ray LaMontagne will headline Hershey Theatre and The Met Philly this spring

Singer-songwriter Ray LaMontagne released his eighth studio LP MONOVISION in the thick of the COVID-19 pandemic back in June of 2020. Now, two years…

By John Vettese

Screaming Females and friends celebrate tri-state DIY at the return of their annual garden party

Over the weekend, Screaming Females threw their annual Garden Party at Jersey City’s White Eagle Hall. The lineup was centered around DIY punk and…

By Skylar Watkins

Billie Eilish forges connections in a crowd of thousands at Wells Fargo Center

The duality of a Billie Eilish concert: she can make you acutely aware that you are in a crowd of thousands upon thousands, and…

By John Vettese

The Lumineers will return to the Waterfront Music Pavilion in June

Modern rock / folk outfit The Lumineers announced a 2022 tour today that takes them across North America beginning in late spring and running…

By John Vettese

The Wood Brothers play to “the best-singing city in the nation” at The Fillmore

Last Thursday night, on a rainy and unseasonably warm February evening, The Wood Brothers came to Philly’s The Fillmore. The Americana act, who were…

By Paige Walter

John Morrison and DJ DuiJi to spin soul classics at National Liberty Museum’s tribute to The Sound of Philadelphia

Next Thursday, the National Liberty Museum is hosting NLM at Night: The Sound of Philadelphia, a celebration of Black voices and music with DJs…

By Paige Walter

Pom Pom Squad bring hooks and high energy to Free at Noon

Brooklyn indie rock four-piece Pom Pom Squad brought a jolt of energy to a rainy Friday afternoon at today’s Free at Noon concert. The…

By John Vettese

Lucy Dacus shares “Kissing Lessons” from the ‘Home Video’ sessions, announces summer show with Hop Along in NYC

Did you hear Lucy Dacus’ newest single via a phone call from a number on a street flyer? If this sounds familiar, then you…

By Paige Walter

Tori Amos will bring ‘Ocean to Ocean’ to The Met Philly in May

Singer-songwriter Tori Amos released her acclaimed sixteenth album Ocean to Ocean last year, and its vibrant single “Spies” was heavy in the mix on…

By John Vettese

Immanuel Wilkins premieres his staggering new suite ‘The 7th Hand’ at PhilaMOCA

Immanuel Wilkins and his quartet have produced another work of staggering ambition, tenacity and spirit in The 7th Hand. The alto saxophonist, raised in…

By Thomas Hagen

The Black Keys will play Waterfront Music Pavilion in Camden with Band of Horses and Ceramic Animal

Akron, Ohio rockers The Black Keys are going on tour this summer, and they’ve got some Philly-area friends joining them for the ride. Doylestown…

By John Vettese

Carly Cosgrove will release their debut LP ‘See You In Chemistry’ next month on Wax Bodega

Philly trio Carly Cosgrove have turned a lot of heads over the past few years, particularly last July when they headlined 4333 Collective’s legendary…

By John Vettese

Kim Gordon announces 2022 tour dates, including a stop at the TLA in Philly

Kim Gordon is going on a long-awaited solo-tour this spring. A founding member of Sonic Youth, the singer-songwriter, author and artist released her solo…

By John Vettese

Drive-By Truckers spring tour stops at Brooklyn Bowl Philly and more

One of the last big Philly concerts before the 2020 pandemic lockdown was from alt-country faves Drive-By Truckers, who headlined Union Transfer just weeks…

By John Vettese