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Events
17 concerts to see this week, including Laura Jane Grace, Dinosaur Jr., Samara Joy, the Lame-O Turns Ten festival and more
Recordings
WXPN’s Holiday Splashdown: 12 new seasonal singles by Phoebe Bridgers, Spoon, Sug Daniels and more
Recordings
Gladie return stronger than ever on contemplative new LP ‘Don’t Know What You’re In Until You’re Out’
Events
8 concerts to see this week, including Chestnut Grove, The Last Waltz Philly, The Menzingers and more
News
Black Music City returns for a third year of supporting art inspired by Philadelphia’s Black music history
Events
Theatre in the X and Drexel University explore the legacy of rap martyrs Tupac Shakur and Notorious B.I.G. in new original play
Events
15 concerts to see this week, including Valerie June, Plains, Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, Catbite and more
Events
16 concerts to see this week including NNAMDÏ, Beth Orton, Trombone Shorty, The Warhawks and more
Events
Tailgate Time! Listen to a WXPN-curated playlist to get you excited for Game One of the World Series
Tailgate Time! Listen to a WXPN-curated playlist to get you excited for Game One of the World Series
WXPN Local
Phillies anthem “Dancing On My Own” gets a funky reinvention by SNACKTIME ahead of the World Series
Events
14 concerts to see this week, including Metric, Tegan & Sara, Zoh Amba, Ceramic Animal, and more
WXPN Local
Deck the halls! Eagles’ Jason Kelce announces a new Christmas LP, featuring teammates, and local musicians
Events
Chaotic Good: Broken Social Scene celebrates 20 years of ‘You Forgot It In People’ at Union Transfer
Chaotic Good: Broken Social Scene celebrates 20 years of ‘You Forgot It In People’ at Union Transfer
Events
15 concerts to see this week, including Sudan Archives, Broken Social Scene, Rufus Wainwright, Philly Music Fest and more
Events
17 concerts to see this week, including Pavement, Fontaines D.C., Cate Le Bon, Resistance Revival Chorus and more
WXPN Local
The Line Goes On Forever: The Wonder Years bring a multifaceted album celebration to Doylestown
Events
John Morrison’s Philly Top 5: September highlights from Kingsley Ibeneche to the Philadelphia Eagles’
Events
Firefly On The Fly: Poptimistic highs from Dua Lipa, Charli XCX, T-Pain and more to end the weekend
Events
Firefly On The Fly: A high drama Saturday with Green Day, Haim, Lo Moon, The Head and the Heart and more
Events
Firefly On The Fly: Anthems for elder emos with My Chemical Romance, Weezer, Avril Lavigne, and more
Firefly On The Fly: Anthems for elder emos with My Chemical Romance, Weezer, Avril Lavigne, and more
Events
Lil Nas X Delivers A Theatrical, Exuberant Three Act Show, Performs New Single At The Met Philadelphia
Events
Firefly On The Fly: A Sheer Mag surprise, rock and rage from Halsey, Willow, Mannequin Pussy and more on day one
Morning Show
Tangled Up In (Red and) Blue: Listen to Penn President Liz Magill’s guest edition of the Friday Morning Mixtape
WXPN Local
Listen to Crooks & Nannies’ first new single in five years ahead of their Franklin Music Hall show
WXPN Local
Watch Maya de Vitry play live on the WXPN Folk Show, listen to her interview with Ian Zolitor
XPoNential Music Festival 2022
Jenny Lewis closed out XPNFest on the River stage with sharp wit and hard-earned wisdom
XPoNential Music Festival 2022
Neal Francis’ Marina stage set was the classic rock radio jam session of your dreams
XPoNential Music Festival 2022
Buffalo Nichols delivers a pensive, profound set on the XPNFest Marina Stage
XPoNential Music Festival 2022
Cosmic Guilt’s countrydelic tones sounded majestic on the XPNFest River Stage
XPoNential Music Festival 2022
Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats team up with The Revivalists for a soul-shaking night two closer at XPNFest
XPoNential Music Festival 2022
The Felice Brothers bring a storytelling-rich set to the XPNFest Marina Stage
XPoNential Music Festival 2022
Black Opry Revue showcases songwriters and community at the XPNFest Marina Stage
XPoNential Music Festival 2022
Catbite has enough energy to power all of Camden on the XPNFest Marina Stage
XPoNential Music Festival 2022
Highnoon’s soaring and sunny indie pop greets the XPNFest crowd on day two
XPoNential Music Festival 2022
Master classes with The War on Drugs and Patti Smith to end day one XPNFest
XPoNential Music Festival 2022
Legendary bluesman Taj Mahal was silly, swinging, and seductive on the River stage
XPoNential Music Festival 2022
Sarah Shook & the Disarmers took the River stage on a tour through country-rock history
XPoNential Music Festival 2022
Omar’s Hat opens up the XPNFest River Stage with a delightful set of classic and modern soul
WXPN Local
Transforming chaos with A Country Western and They Are Gutting A Body Of Water’s ‘An Insult To The Sport’
Events
#XPNFest Guide: Discover new faves and fall back in love with seasoned players on the Camden Waterfront this week
Events
Never Turn Your Back On Mother Earth: The naturalistic drama of Neko Case resonates at Union Transfer
WXPN Local
Regothereshego shares new tantrum anthem “I Wanna See It,” playing Nas Parkour memorial Saturday
Artists
“Back to self-remembering”: Naked Lake break down their fearless debut, ‘Should We Go Home Now?’
Recordings
“Captain” Kirk Douglas of The Roots shares single “We Can Be One” from forthcoming solo record as Hundred Watt Heart
WXPN Local
PHL to NZ: Listen to Rachel Andie showcase her two home bases in a WXPN Local guest DJ set
Events
The Shins played ‘Oh, Inverted World’ in full, plus a parade of other hits, at Franklin Music Hall
Events
12 concerts to see this week, including The Mountain Goats, Best Bear, Red Hot Chili Peppers and more
Artists
Girlpool announce breakup, remaining tour dates including Underground Arts will be their last
Artists
Deeply Traditional and Extremely Experimental: Remembering Philly jazz legend Monnette Sudler
Events
The swoon-worthy Wild Hearts Tour brings Sharon Van Etten, Angel Olsen, and Julien Baker to The Mann
The swoon-worthy Wild Hearts Tour brings Sharon Van Etten, Angel Olsen, and Julien Baker to The Mann
WXPN Local
Meet the Bug shares a powerful coming-of-age story on self-produced new EP ‘Beet the Mug’
Events
16 concerts to see this week, including Sharon Van Etten, Brandi Carlile, Philly Folk Fest and more
Free At Noon
Christone “Kingfish” Ingram delivers a fiery performance at Ardmore Music Hall for Free at Noon
WXPN Local
The Human Fly’s new ‘Thrill of Living’ is a marvelous feat of friendship over time and distance
WXPN Local
Versatile cellist Alyssa Almeida debuts pop alter ego Machouse, collabs with Niqu on infectious single “Push/Pull”
Events
11 concerts to see this week, including A Giant Dog, Susquehanna Folk Festival, Leon Bridges and more
WXPN Local
Listen to Riverby cover Bright Eyes for tribute compilation by Take This To Heart Records
Free At Noon
Chris Kasper previews his vibrant new album ‘Holysmoke’ at Free at Noon and on the WXPN Folk Show
WXPN Local
Meditative instrumental project The Early returns with “Broad Street Runt” from new album ‘On Juniper’
Artists
The War on Drugs’ Adam Granduciel talks touring, the Stones, Dylan, and Philly with WXPN’s Bruce Warren
WXPN Local
Still Swinging On My Vine: How the perpetually busy friends of Friendship reassmbled to make their stunning Merge Records debut
WXPN Local
Ruby the Hatchet messes with the wrong biker gang in their “Thruster” video; new album ‘Fear Is A Cruel Master’ out this fall
Recordings
Brian Eno announces new studio album ‘ForeverAndEverNoMore’; listen to “There Were Bells”
Free At Noon
The Dedicated Men of Zion bring a spirit-raising set to World Cafe Live for Free at Noon
News
Joni Mitchell’s third archival series is available now for preorder, watch the artist return to the stage at Newport Folk Festival
Recordings
Waxahatchee’s Katie Crutchfield and singer-songwriter Jess Williamson form new duo Plains
WXPN Local
Alex G shares new single “Cross The Sea”; watch the trippy video, listen to him chat with WXPN’s Dan Reed
WXPN Local
Listen to Suzanne Sheer spin Max Swan, Emily Robb, Miles Chancellor and more in her WXPN Local guest DJ s
Events
25 concerts (!) to see this week, including Jackson Browne, Phish, Warpaint, Japanese Breakfast and more
Free At Noon
Beth Orton previews ‘Weather Alive,’ revisits ‘Central Reservation’ and more for Free at Noon
WXPN Local
Black Soul Summer: DJ Brotha Taaj on music, community, and the party he’s throwing at Sunflower this weekend
Recordings
Margo Price, Mavis Staples, and Adia Victoria urge listeners to keep up the fight on “Fight To Make It”
WXPN Local
Listen to #BlackMusicCity winner Sug Daniels cover Jill Scott’s “Golden” with Samuel Nobles
Events
17 concerts to see this week, including CJ Mills and Sophie Coran, Bikini Kill, Shady Grove Music Festival and more
WXPN Local
How Pine Barons dove into the psychedelic world of Tokyo’s Fishmans on new tribute LP ‘I LOVE FISH’
WXPN Local
The Tisburys write a love letter to their city, their inspiration, and the music they’ve made so far on “Garden”
Events
10 concerts to see this week, including The O’Jays, Attia Taylor, Lancaster Roots and Blues and more
10 concerts to see this week, including The O’Jays, Attia Taylor, Lancaster Roots and Blues and more
WXPN Local
‘Songs For Rick’ celebrates the passionate work of DJ Rick Dirck with new music from Waxahatchee, Radiator Hospital, and many more
Artists
Jake Blount shares “Didn’t It Rain” from new album that will spin Black spirituals into dystopian soundscapes
WXPN Local
The Oval XP brings music back to the Parkway with Queen of Jeans, Max Swan, Chill Moody and more
Recordings
Watch Abi Reimold, Curtis Cooper, Morgane Fouse and Jack Zaferes cover Iron and Wine in Bartram’s Garden; listen to their Elliott Smith cover
Throwback Thursday
#TBTXPN: We’re Number 2
Throwback Thursday on XPN is made possible with support from Nolan Painting, Otto’s BMW, and Otto’s MINI.
Throwback Thursday on XPN is made possible with support from Nolan Painting, Otto’s BMW, and Otto’s MINI.
#TBTXPN: We’re Number 2
Throwback Thursday on XPN is made possible with support from Nolan Painting, Otto’s BMW, and Otto’s MINI.
WXPN Local
Rosie Thorne, a Mannequin Pussy side project, shares romantic new video for single “You’re My Future”
WXPN Local
Punk trio Cult Objects releases their long in-the-making debut ‘Secrets of Pain-Free Living’
WXPN Local
Behind The Scene: Building a visual brand for your band through photography with Julia Lieby, Emily Burtner and Rachel Del Sordo
WXPN Local
Moor Mother explores untold stories of American music on ‘Jazz Codes’; listen to “Woody Shaw”
WXPN Local
Listen to Arthur Thomas play his top James Brown cuts and Philly funk faves on WXPN Local
News
Mannequin Pussy, Low Cut Connie, Shamir, Screaming Females and more will play Philly Music Fest 2022
Mannequin Pussy, Low Cut Connie, Shamir, Screaming Females and more will play Philly Music Fest 2022
Recordings
Yeah Yeah Yeahs return with first new music in nine years, “Spitting off the Edge of the World”
Recordings
Electronica duo Sons of El carves a lane for rustic futurism with “Georgie” and “Tame,” two teasers from debut project ‘Heat’
Recordings
Five From Philly: Homeground sounds to hear from R-Son The Voice, Anwar Marshall and more
WXPN Local
Philly pop punk vets The Wonder Years get nostalgic for the season on new single “Summer Clothes”
WXPN Local
Sadurn breaks out their beautiful debut ‘Radiator’ at Johnny Brenda’s with friends Shannen Moser and The Afterglows
Events
SNL Big: Japanese Breakfast takes on late night with “Be Sweet” and “Paprika” live from New York (and more)
WXPN Local
Sadurn might not have all the answers, but on ‘Radiator’ they’re asking all the right questions
Recordings
Santigold pioneers the future of music with unbelievable punk/rap hybrid “High Priestess”
Artists
Friendship share “Hank” from new LP ‘Love The Stranger’ with a foggy, Atlantic coast music video
Recordings
Pine Barons’ next album is a tribute to Fishmans; watch an ethereal video for “ナイトクルージング (Night Cruising)”
News
The 60th Philadelphia Folk Festival stars Michael Franti & Spearhead, Arrested Development, Hiss Golden Messenger, The War and Treaty and more
Free At Noon
Steve Forbert Celebrates the release of <i>Moving Through America</i> with a Free At Noon performance
Recordings
Attia Taylor repurposes childhood trauma into catchy psych rock on Lame-O records debut LP
NON-COMM
Joanna Sternberg’s whimsical anti-folk turns sadness on its head with warmth and wit at #NONCOMM
NON-COMM
Old Crow Medicine Show brings down the #NONCOMM house with Molly Tuttle, a Beastie Boys cover, and of course, “Wagon Wheel”
NON-COMM
Spoon’s Britt Daniel and Alex Fischel rise to the occasion of going (mostly) unplugged at #NONCOMM
NON-COMM
G. Love celebrates the past and looks to the future in a formidable one-man show at #NONCOMM
WXPN Local
Musical portraits were created at The Black Canvas Experience’s Rittenhouse Soundworks showcase
Artist To Watch
The Dip | WXPN Artist To Watch – May 2022
Watch the band performing live at public radio's NON-COMMvention on Thursday, May 5, 2022.
Watch the band performing live at public radio's NON-COMMvention on Thursday, May 5, 2022.
The Dip | WXPN Artist To Watch – May 2022
Watch the band performing live at public radio's NON-COMMvention on Thursday, May 5, 2022.
Morning Show
Jonathan Russell of The Head and The Heart has an album release day chat about ‘Every Shade Of Blue’ on XPN Morning Show
Recordings
The Wonder Years’ latest anthem “Oldest Daughter” picks up where 2013’s “Madelyn” left off, new full-length album forthcoming
WXPN Local
Listen to a teaser of Anthony Green’s latest album ‘Boom. Done.’, out this summer on Born Losers
Recordings
Bartees Strange shares electrifying single “Cosigns” from forthcoming sophomore ‘Farm to Table’ on 4AD
Events
The War on Drugs, Patti Smith, Nathaniel Rateliff, Jenny Lewis, Bartees Strange and more are playing XPoNential Music Festival 2022
Events
Outdoor concert season is back with alt-J, Portugal. The Man, and Cherry Glazerr opening the Mann Center
Artists
The War On Drugs bassist Dave Hartley announces new record “Moonshine” for solo project Nightlands
Artists
Listen to Amos Lee preview his gig at The Met Philly and guest DJ on the XPN Midday Show with Mike Vasilikos
Events
Spirit of the Beehive captivates the Church basement at their first hometown headliner since 2018
Artists
“It felt really witchy.” Bitch talks community, collaboration, and making ‘Bitchcraft’ on Amazon Country
Events
Love was in the air as Snail Mail brought ‘Valentine’ (and Philly’s Joy Again) to Union Transfer
Artists
Brittany Ann Tranbaugh on the pressure of music, queer identity, and her first release in over a decade
Artist To Watch
Grace Cummings | WXPN Artist To Watch – April 2022
Grace has an arresting, striking, and unique vocal style. The songs on her recent album, Storm Queen, are intimate and beautifully expressive.
Grace has an arresting, striking, and unique vocal style. The songs on her recent album, Storm Queen, are intimate and beautifully expressive.
Grace Cummings | WXPN Artist To Watch – April 2022
Grace has an arresting, striking, and unique vocal style. The songs on her recent album, Storm Queen, are intimate and beautifully expressive.
Free At Noon
Langhorne Slim spreads love at Ardmore Music Hall’s divine dancefloor for a freewheeling Free at Noon
WXPN Local
Boot & Saddle is reportedly reopening under management from Ars Nova Workshop’s Mark Christman
Recordings
Kurt Vile is at home — literally and figuratively — in new video for “Mount Airy Hill (Way Gone)”
Events
Courtney Barnett’s ‘Here And There’ touring festival brings Lucy Dacus, Faye Webster, Caroline Rose to XL Live
WXPN Local
Kayleigh Goldsworthy reflects on a toxic relationship with newfound confidence and humor in video for “Boomerang”
News
Rehearsing Philadelphia brings progressive and experimental concerts to public spaces across the city
News
Adia Victoria returns with rollicking new single “Ain’t Killed Me Yet”; see her at MilkBoy in April
Recordings
700 Bliss will release their debut album ‘Nothing To Declare’ this spring; listen to heady single “Totally Spies”
Events
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…
For a quiet Sunday night in late winter, there was an abundance of life and energy in the Lounge at World Cafe Live last…
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…
Events
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…
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…
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…
Events
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…
I first came across Blood entirely by accident. The nervy post-punk band — previously from Austin, Texas — relocated to Philadelphia a couple years…
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…
Events
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…
Veteran Seattle rockers Pearl Jam just announced a late summer tour — many of then rescheduled dates in support of their March 2020 album…
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…
Recordings
Jack Zaferes releases the pent-up emotion of a panic attack in thrilling new piece “Amygdala”
News
Get a taste of Ryan Tennis’ new album ‘Hey Rollercoaster’ ahead of World Cafe Live release show
Singer-songwriter and world traveler Ryan Tennis comes to the Lounge at World Cafe Live on March 12th to celebrate the release of his new…
Singer-songwriter and world traveler Ryan Tennis comes to the Lounge at World Cafe Live on March 12th to celebrate the release of his new…
Get a taste of Ryan Tennis’ new album ‘Hey Rollercoaster’ ahead of World Cafe Live release show
Singer-songwriter and world traveler Ryan Tennis comes to the Lounge at World Cafe Live on March 12th to celebrate the release of his new…
Events
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.
This past Wednesday eve at Union Transfer was a Kinder Surprise egg of a show designed by headliner and practiced hive mind, Animal Collective.
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.
News
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out March 11th!
The locals lead the way on this week’s batch of new releases. The Districts shift towards a bold, new wave-influenced direction on Great American…
The locals lead the way on this week’s batch of new releases. The Districts shift towards a bold, new wave-influenced direction on Great American…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out March 11th!
The locals lead the way on this week’s batch of new releases. The Districts shift towards a bold, new wave-influenced direction on Great American…
WXPN Local
Building community through vinyl at new Phoenixville store Forever Changes
When Shawn Cephas’ father passed away in the fall of 1997, the grief of this loss was tied up with other feelings. Shawn’s dad,…
When Shawn Cephas’ father passed away in the fall of 1997, the grief of this loss was tied up with other feelings. Shawn’s dad,…
Building community through vinyl at new Phoenixville store Forever Changes
When Shawn Cephas’ father passed away in the fall of 1997, the grief of this loss was tied up with other feelings. Shawn’s dad,…
Artists
SASAMI on evolving from indie rock with ‘Squeeze’
Genre-bending is becoming the new norm in indie rock, and leading the charge into metal and hard rock from mild-tempered, reverb-drowned guitar music is…
Genre-bending is becoming the new norm in indie rock, and leading the charge into metal and hard rock from mild-tempered, reverb-drowned guitar music is…
SASAMI on evolving from indie rock with ‘Squeeze’
Genre-bending is becoming the new norm in indie rock, and leading the charge into metal and hard rock from mild-tempered, reverb-drowned guitar music is…
Events
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…
Mark your calendars for an exciting presentation by the Kimmel Cultural Campus on Friday March 18th: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin: The Queen of…
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…
Morning Show
Listen to Patrick Carney talk ‘Dropout Boogie’ and 20 years of The Black Keys on the XPN Morning Show
“We have been having more fun together lately than we have at any other point in the past,” says The Black Keys drummer Patrick…
“We have been having more fun together lately than we have at any other point in the past,” says The Black Keys drummer Patrick…
Listen to Patrick Carney talk ‘Dropout Boogie’ and 20 years of The Black Keys on the XPN Morning Show
“We have been having more fun together lately than we have at any other point in the past,” says The Black Keys drummer Patrick…
Recordings
Soul Glo tackles wealth inequality on new song “Driponomics”
We’re about two weeks out from Diaspora Problems, the Epitaph Records debut from visionary Philadelphia punk rock outfit Soul Glo. The band recently shared…
We’re about two weeks out from Diaspora Problems, the Epitaph Records debut from visionary Philadelphia punk rock outfit Soul Glo. The band recently shared…
Soul Glo tackles wealth inequality on new song “Driponomics”
We’re about two weeks out from Diaspora Problems, the Epitaph Records debut from visionary Philadelphia punk rock outfit Soul Glo. The band recently shared…
Artists
How Philly’s Nonfiction made their haunting, intimate new album ‘I Painted This One Blue’
For a handful of weeks between May 2019 and June 2020, a remote cabin in Narrowsburg, New York became a creative oasis. Located between…
For a handful of weeks between May 2019 and June 2020, a remote cabin in Narrowsburg, New York became a creative oasis. Located between…
How Philly’s Nonfiction made their haunting, intimate new album ‘I Painted This One Blue’
For a handful of weeks between May 2019 and June 2020, a remote cabin in Narrowsburg, New York became a creative oasis. Located between…
Events
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…
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…
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…
Recordings
Blanketflowers channels shimmering 80s pop on new single “It’s Got Legs”
Philly duo Blanketflowers began as a darkwave duo, but they’re slowly stepping into the light. The two-years-running project has always been built around 80s…
Philly duo Blanketflowers began as a darkwave duo, but they’re slowly stepping into the light. The two-years-running project has always been built around 80s…
Blanketflowers channels shimmering 80s pop on new single “It’s Got Legs”
Philly duo Blanketflowers began as a darkwave duo, but they’re slowly stepping into the light. The two-years-running project has always been built around 80s…
Recordings
Static Shapes looks for companionship through trying times on new single “Blursday”
After debuting in late 2020 with a shimmering album of synth-driven indie rock, Static Shapes is back this spring with a new EP called…
After debuting in late 2020 with a shimmering album of synth-driven indie rock, Static Shapes is back this spring with a new EP called…
Static Shapes looks for companionship through trying times on new single “Blursday”
After debuting in late 2020 with a shimmering album of synth-driven indie rock, Static Shapes is back this spring with a new EP called…
Recordings
Sadurn gets lost in nature in their new “Golden Arm” video
Philadelphia indie-folk band Sadurn, the project of singer-songwriter Genevieve DeGroot, is gearing up to release a stunning debut called Radiator on Run For Cover…
Philadelphia indie-folk band Sadurn, the project of singer-songwriter Genevieve DeGroot, is gearing up to release a stunning debut called Radiator on Run For Cover…
Sadurn gets lost in nature in their new “Golden Arm” video
Philadelphia indie-folk band Sadurn, the project of singer-songwriter Genevieve DeGroot, is gearing up to release a stunning debut called Radiator on Run For Cover…
Recordings
Watch Catbite’s video for their Sic & Mad cover “Police Man (Kick Me In The Head)”
Philly ska-punk revivalists Catbite released a new single this past Bandcamp Friday — a cover of “Police Man (Kick Me in the Head)” by…
Philly ska-punk revivalists Catbite released a new single this past Bandcamp Friday — a cover of “Police Man (Kick Me in the Head)” by…
Watch Catbite’s video for their Sic & Mad cover “Police Man (Kick Me In The Head)”
Philly ska-punk revivalists Catbite released a new single this past Bandcamp Friday — a cover of “Police Man (Kick Me in the Head)” by…
Recordings
Froggy rages with a broken heart on new single “Jimmy’s Song”
When Philly-area punk trio Froggy performed live on The Key Studio Sessions last month, they were super stoked to share news of their latest…
When Philly-area punk trio Froggy performed live on The Key Studio Sessions last month, they were super stoked to share news of their latest…
Froggy rages with a broken heart on new single “Jimmy’s Song”
When Philly-area punk trio Froggy performed live on The Key Studio Sessions last month, they were super stoked to share news of their latest…
Recordings
Saleka’s debut album ‘Seance’ comes out April 8th; listen to “There Is A Place”
Singer-songwriter Saleka released an impressive run of singles over the course of 2020 and 2021, and played a breathtaking Key Studio Session last fall.…
Singer-songwriter Saleka released an impressive run of singles over the course of 2020 and 2021, and played a breathtaking Key Studio Session last fall.…
Saleka’s debut album ‘Seance’ comes out April 8th; listen to “There Is A Place”
Singer-songwriter Saleka released an impressive run of singles over the course of 2020 and 2021, and played a breathtaking Key Studio Session last fall.…
Events
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…
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…
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…
Events
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…
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…
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…
Artists
Jocko Henderson was a Philadelphia DJ decades ahead of his time
In a fantastic clip uploaded to youtube by veteran radio personality, Ellis B. Feaster, Baltimore-born, Philly radio legend, Douglas “Jocko” Henderson can be heard…
In a fantastic clip uploaded to youtube by veteran radio personality, Ellis B. Feaster, Baltimore-born, Philly radio legend, Douglas “Jocko” Henderson can be heard…
Jocko Henderson was a Philadelphia DJ decades ahead of his time
In a fantastic clip uploaded to youtube by veteran radio personality, Ellis B. Feaster, Baltimore-born, Philly radio legend, Douglas “Jocko” Henderson can be heard…
News
International Women’s Day 2022 on WXPN: Your on-air schedule
Join us on International Women’s Day as we celebrate everyone from the femme fatales who birthed jazz, blues, and rock & roll; to the…
Join us on International Women’s Day as we celebrate everyone from the femme fatales who birthed jazz, blues, and rock & roll; to the…
International Women’s Day 2022 on WXPN: Your on-air schedule
Join us on International Women’s Day as we celebrate everyone from the femme fatales who birthed jazz, blues, and rock & roll; to the…
Events
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).
Late last week, Philadelphia singer-songwriter Kurt Vile released the second pre-release teaser of his Verve Records debut (watch my moves).
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).
Events
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…
Saturday night in Lancaster County, the NYC rock group Sunflower Bean toured their upcoming album Head Full of Sugar to an intimate crowd at…
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…
Events
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…
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…
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…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out March 4th!
February 2022 was one of the busiest months for album releases in recent memory. If you were hoping that March would offer some reprieve,…
February 2022 was one of the busiest months for album releases in recent memory. If you were hoping that March would offer some reprieve,…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out March 4th!
February 2022 was one of the busiest months for album releases in recent memory. If you were hoping that March would offer some reprieve,…
Recordings
Bartees Strange signs to 4AD, releases new song “Heavy Heart” and a music video featuring a Philly cast
Bartees Strange’s career has hit another milestone: the Washington, DC-based songwriter has signed to 4AD records, home of his personal heroes The National among…
Bartees Strange’s career has hit another milestone: the Washington, DC-based songwriter has signed to 4AD records, home of his personal heroes The National among…
Bartees Strange signs to 4AD, releases new song “Heavy Heart” and a music video featuring a Philly cast
Bartees Strange’s career has hit another milestone: the Washington, DC-based songwriter has signed to 4AD records, home of his personal heroes The National among…
News
Stereolab’s North American tour brings them to Franklin Music Hall this fall
Loungey avant-pop favorites Stereolab are coming to Philadelphia on their 2022 North American tour. The historic group will play Franklin Music Hall on October…
Loungey avant-pop favorites Stereolab are coming to Philadelphia on their 2022 North American tour. The historic group will play Franklin Music Hall on October…
Stereolab’s North American tour brings them to Franklin Music Hall this fall
Loungey avant-pop favorites Stereolab are coming to Philadelphia on their 2022 North American tour. The historic group will play Franklin Music Hall on October…
Events
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…
On her 2020 album Pursuance: The Coltranes, saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin presents some new and exciting interpretations of the music of jazz pioneers Alice and…
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…
Events
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…
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…
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…
Recordings
The Key Studio Sessions: Marissa Paternoster
New Jersey’s Marissa Paternoster has built a strong reputation over the past decade and a half as the singer, songwriter, and shredder at the…
New Jersey’s Marissa Paternoster has built a strong reputation over the past decade and a half as the singer, songwriter, and shredder at the…
The Key Studio Sessions: Marissa Paternoster
New Jersey’s Marissa Paternoster has built a strong reputation over the past decade and a half as the singer, songwriter, and shredder at the…
Recordings
Sharon Van Etten muses on the many types of connection in new “Used To It” video
New from Sharon Van Etten: “Used To It” and music video directed by bandmate Charley Damaski. Not to be confused with “Like I Used…
New from Sharon Van Etten: “Used To It” and music video directed by bandmate Charley Damaski. Not to be confused with “Like I Used…
Sharon Van Etten muses on the many types of connection in new “Used To It” video
New from Sharon Van Etten: “Used To It” and music video directed by bandmate Charley Damaski. Not to be confused with “Like I Used…
News
Belle and Sebastian announces new album ‘A Bit of Previous’ with the incredibly catchy “Unnecessary Drama”
Veteran Scottish indie pop outfit Belle and Sebastian will release their first studio full-length in seven years this spring. A Bit Of Previous is…
Veteran Scottish indie pop outfit Belle and Sebastian will release their first studio full-length in seven years this spring. A Bit Of Previous is…
Belle and Sebastian announces new album ‘A Bit of Previous’ with the incredibly catchy “Unnecessary Drama”
Veteran Scottish indie pop outfit Belle and Sebastian will release their first studio full-length in seven years this spring. A Bit Of Previous is…
Events
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,…
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,…
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,…
News
Four albums that inspired Zinskē’s ‘Murder Mart’
Listening to Murder Mart, the debut LP from Philadelphia rock four-piece Zinskē, it’s quickly evident that this is a band who appreciates a wide…
Listening to Murder Mart, the debut LP from Philadelphia rock four-piece Zinskē, it’s quickly evident that this is a band who appreciates a wide…
Four albums that inspired Zinskē’s ‘Murder Mart’
Listening to Murder Mart, the debut LP from Philadelphia rock four-piece Zinskē, it’s quickly evident that this is a band who appreciates a wide…
Events
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…
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…
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…
Events
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…
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…
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…
News
DJ Robert Drake is throwing a FREE Land Of The Lost 80s dance party and you’re invited
Join us at World Cafe Live for a FREE Land of the Lost ‘80s dance party on March 11th presented and spun by DJ…
Join us at World Cafe Live for a FREE Land of the Lost ‘80s dance party on March 11th presented and spun by DJ…
DJ Robert Drake is throwing a FREE Land Of The Lost 80s dance party and you’re invited
Join us at World Cafe Live for a FREE Land of the Lost ‘80s dance party on March 11th presented and spun by DJ…
Events
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…
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…
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…
Artists
Give Them Their Flowers: Evita Colon on open mics, mixtapes, and poetry
One thing that artist who are based in Philadelphia learn is that the city will make you earn every applause you get. The city…
One thing that artist who are based in Philadelphia learn is that the city will make you earn every applause you get. The city…
Give Them Their Flowers: Evita Colon on open mics, mixtapes, and poetry
One thing that artist who are based in Philadelphia learn is that the city will make you earn every applause you get. The city…
Events
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…
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…
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…
Blues
Get to know Artist To Watch Buffalo Nichols in his Friday Morning Mixtape on the XPN Morning Show
When Milwaukee, Wisconsin singer-guitarist Buffalo Nichols was named WXPN Artist to Watch in February of 2022, our programming department called his self-titled debut record,…
When Milwaukee, Wisconsin singer-guitarist Buffalo Nichols was named WXPN Artist to Watch in February of 2022, our programming department called his self-titled debut record,…
Get to know Artist To Watch Buffalo Nichols in his Friday Morning Mixtape on the XPN Morning Show
When Milwaukee, Wisconsin singer-guitarist Buffalo Nichols was named WXPN Artist to Watch in February of 2022, our programming department called his self-titled debut record,…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out February 25th!
One of the busiest months of album releases comes to a close with, you guessed it, another round of quality albums! Dreamy faves Lo…
One of the busiest months of album releases comes to a close with, you guessed it, another round of quality albums! Dreamy faves Lo…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out February 25th!
One of the busiest months of album releases comes to a close with, you guessed it, another round of quality albums! Dreamy faves Lo…
Recordings
Lizzy McAlpine’s “reckless driving” is another chapter in a collection of short films about heartbreak
Rising Philadelphia-to-LA songwriter Lizzy McAlpine shared a new video this week for single “reckless driving” from her forthcoming album, five seconds flat, out April…
Rising Philadelphia-to-LA songwriter Lizzy McAlpine shared a new video this week for single “reckless driving” from her forthcoming album, five seconds flat, out April…
Lizzy McAlpine’s “reckless driving” is another chapter in a collection of short films about heartbreak
Rising Philadelphia-to-LA songwriter Lizzy McAlpine shared a new video this week for single “reckless driving” from her forthcoming album, five seconds flat, out April…
Recordings
Jacqueline Constance takes command of 2022 with video for “DFWM” and new GentleJawns mixtape
Jacqueline Constance is a bad-ass, gothic boss in their new video for “DFWM,” which if you don’t already know, stands for “don’t fuck with…
Jacqueline Constance is a bad-ass, gothic boss in their new video for “DFWM,” which if you don’t already know, stands for “don’t fuck with…
Jacqueline Constance takes command of 2022 with video for “DFWM” and new GentleJawns mixtape
Jacqueline Constance is a bad-ass, gothic boss in their new video for “DFWM,” which if you don’t already know, stands for “don’t fuck with…
Events
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…
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…
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…
Recordings
The Key Studio Sessions: Froggy
Considering that they only last week celebrated the one-year anniversary of their debut EP, Bucks County punk trio Froggy has accomplished a lot. They…
Considering that they only last week celebrated the one-year anniversary of their debut EP, Bucks County punk trio Froggy has accomplished a lot. They…
The Key Studio Sessions: Froggy
Considering that they only last week celebrated the one-year anniversary of their debut EP, Bucks County punk trio Froggy has accomplished a lot. They…
Recordings
ILL DOOTS get existential in new video for “Peaking” set on stage at The Wilma
Hip-hop and jazz-rock collective ILL DOOTS released a striking new video for their 2020 single “Peaking.” Bursting with energy and personality, the video gloriously…
Hip-hop and jazz-rock collective ILL DOOTS released a striking new video for their 2020 single “Peaking.” Bursting with energy and personality, the video gloriously…
ILL DOOTS get existential in new video for “Peaking” set on stage at The Wilma
Hip-hop and jazz-rock collective ILL DOOTS released a striking new video for their 2020 single “Peaking.” Bursting with energy and personality, the video gloriously…
Events
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…
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…
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…
Recordings
The Afterglows choose hope over despair on ‘The Sound Of The Afterglows’
Tuesday mornings in February are among the most forgettable on the calendar. Dreary, cold (usually), gray, unexceptional. In step The Afterglows, mercifully breaking the…
Tuesday mornings in February are among the most forgettable on the calendar. Dreary, cold (usually), gray, unexceptional. In step The Afterglows, mercifully breaking the…
The Afterglows choose hope over despair on ‘The Sound Of The Afterglows’
Tuesday mornings in February are among the most forgettable on the calendar. Dreary, cold (usually), gray, unexceptional. In step The Afterglows, mercifully breaking the…
Events
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,…
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,…
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,…
Recordings
Watch Kayleigh Goldsworthy’s sparse, intimate video for “Keep The Light On”
Philly singer-songwriter Kayleigh Goldsworthy released a great single last year called “Overambitious,” and today — for her birthday, no less — she released a…
Philly singer-songwriter Kayleigh Goldsworthy released a great single last year called “Overambitious,” and today — for her birthday, no less — she released a…
Watch Kayleigh Goldsworthy’s sparse, intimate video for “Keep The Light On”
Philly singer-songwriter Kayleigh Goldsworthy released a great single last year called “Overambitious,” and today — for her birthday, no less — she released a…
Events
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…
“I was programmed by Magdalena Bay to be your guide through the Mercurial World,” spoke a giant projected thermal face named Chaeri to start…
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…
Events
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…
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…
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…
Events
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…
Firefly Music Festival is returning to the Woodlands of Dover, Delaware — and just like XPoNential Music Festival, it’s keeping its new autumn dates…
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…
News
LCD Soundsystem will play four nights at Franklin Music Hall at the end of March
Aughties indie dance collective LCD Soundsystem returns to Philly next month, playing four nights in a row at Franklin Music Hall. They will set…
Aughties indie dance collective LCD Soundsystem returns to Philly next month, playing four nights in a row at Franklin Music Hall. They will set…
LCD Soundsystem will play four nights at Franklin Music Hall at the end of March
Aughties indie dance collective LCD Soundsystem returns to Philly next month, playing four nights in a row at Franklin Music Hall. They will set…
News
John Mayer brings ‘Sob Rock’ to Philly at Wells Fargo Center
Friday night at the Wells Fargo Center thousands of fans gathered to welcome John Mayer to Philadelphia for the second night of his Sob…
Friday night at the Wells Fargo Center thousands of fans gathered to welcome John Mayer to Philadelphia for the second night of his Sob…
John Mayer brings ‘Sob Rock’ to Philly at Wells Fargo Center
Friday night at the Wells Fargo Center thousands of fans gathered to welcome John Mayer to Philadelphia for the second night of his Sob…
Events
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.
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.
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.
News
The Key Studio Sessions: Highnoon
Kennedy Freeman and their project Highnoon first hit our radar in summer of 2019, when the breezy single “Lens” began making the rounds on…
Kennedy Freeman and their project Highnoon first hit our radar in summer of 2019, when the breezy single “Lens” began making the rounds on…
The Key Studio Sessions: Highnoon
Kennedy Freeman and their project Highnoon first hit our radar in summer of 2019, when the breezy single “Lens” began making the rounds on…
Recordings
Give Them Their Flowers: D Is For Darius on reggae, dancehall, and Philly DJ culture
The one thing I’ve learned about the DJ community in Philadelphia is that it’s very diverse and supportive of one another. The DJs in…
The one thing I’ve learned about the DJ community in Philadelphia is that it’s very diverse and supportive of one another. The DJs in…
Give Them Their Flowers: D Is For Darius on reggae, dancehall, and Philly DJ culture
The one thing I’ve learned about the DJ community in Philadelphia is that it’s very diverse and supportive of one another. The DJs in…
Recordings
Ruby the Hatchet kick off a momentous year of releases with single “1000 Years” from new live EP
The first new music by Ruby the Hatchet in five years is out now. “1000 Years,” a song from the forthcoming Live at Earthquaker…
The first new music by Ruby the Hatchet in five years is out now. “1000 Years,” a song from the forthcoming Live at Earthquaker…
Ruby the Hatchet kick off a momentous year of releases with single “1000 Years” from new live EP
The first new music by Ruby the Hatchet in five years is out now. “1000 Years,” a song from the forthcoming Live at Earthquaker…
Artists
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out February 18th
Once again we’ve arrived at a particularly bountiful release day. Baltimore duo Beach House deliver their most expansive (and adventurous) set to date; the…
Once again we’ve arrived at a particularly bountiful release day. Baltimore duo Beach House deliver their most expansive (and adventurous) set to date; the…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out February 18th
Once again we’ve arrived at a particularly bountiful release day. Baltimore duo Beach House deliver their most expansive (and adventurous) set to date; the…
Recordings
Fontaines D.C. share their first “overtly political song,” come to Underground Arts in April
Today, Irish post-punk band Fontaines D.C. shares “I Love You,” the second track released from their upcoming third LP, Skinty Fia. The new record…
Today, Irish post-punk band Fontaines D.C. shares “I Love You,” the second track released from their upcoming third LP, Skinty Fia. The new record…
Fontaines D.C. share their first “overtly political song,” come to Underground Arts in April
Today, Irish post-punk band Fontaines D.C. shares “I Love You,” the second track released from their upcoming third LP, Skinty Fia. The new record…
Events
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…
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…
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…
Events
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…
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…
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…
Recordings
Oceanator pairs anxious ruminating with comical imagery in “Bad Brain Daze” video
Indie rock project Oceanator released a new single, “Bad Brain Daze” with a music video directed by Chris Farren. The noisy, upbeat tune about…
Indie rock project Oceanator released a new single, “Bad Brain Daze” with a music video directed by Chris Farren. The noisy, upbeat tune about…
Oceanator pairs anxious ruminating with comical imagery in “Bad Brain Daze” video
Indie rock project Oceanator released a new single, “Bad Brain Daze” with a music video directed by Chris Farren. The noisy, upbeat tune about…
Recordings
Tomberlin announces new album with new single “Happy Accident”
Soft singer-songwriter Tomberlin shared “Happy Accident” today, the second single from her sophomore LP, i don’t know who needs to hear this…, out April…
Soft singer-songwriter Tomberlin shared “Happy Accident” today, the second single from her sophomore LP, i don’t know who needs to hear this…, out April…
Tomberlin announces new album with new single “Happy Accident”
Soft singer-songwriter Tomberlin shared “Happy Accident” today, the second single from her sophomore LP, i don’t know who needs to hear this…, out April…
Recordings
Watch AnnonXL perform “BBY BOI” for upandovr
Songwriter AnnonXL is back in Philadelphia, and spent time in the upandovr studio for a session version of his song “BBY BOI” from 2021’s…
Songwriter AnnonXL is back in Philadelphia, and spent time in the upandovr studio for a session version of his song “BBY BOI” from 2021’s…
Watch AnnonXL perform “BBY BOI” for upandovr
Songwriter AnnonXL is back in Philadelphia, and spent time in the upandovr studio for a session version of his song “BBY BOI” from 2021’s…
Events
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.
Jam scene veterans Phish are taking to the road again this summer, and gifting the Philly region with five stops along the way.
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.
Recordings
Grocer’s new album ‘Numbers Game’ is out this spring via GrindSelect; listen to “Pick A Way”
Philly indie rock four-piece Grocer will release their next album on May 6th via GrindSelect Records, the Philly label that’s put out music by…
Philly indie rock four-piece Grocer will release their next album on May 6th via GrindSelect Records, the Philly label that’s put out music by…
Grocer’s new album ‘Numbers Game’ is out this spring via GrindSelect; listen to “Pick A Way”
Philly indie rock four-piece Grocer will release their next album on May 6th via GrindSelect Records, the Philly label that’s put out music by…
News
Kurt Vile’s new album ‘(watch my moves)’ comes out in April on Verve; watch a trippy video for “Like Exploding Stones”
Philly singer-songwriter Kurt Vile is making his Verve Records debut this year, and his first song for the new label doesn’t hold back in…
Philly singer-songwriter Kurt Vile is making his Verve Records debut this year, and his first song for the new label doesn’t hold back in…
Kurt Vile’s new album ‘(watch my moves)’ comes out in April on Verve; watch a trippy video for “Like Exploding Stones”
Philly singer-songwriter Kurt Vile is making his Verve Records debut this year, and his first song for the new label doesn’t hold back in…
News
Black Music City announces 46 grants for local artists
Black Music City is back for a second year, and this year the collaboration between WXPN, WRTI and REC Philly is doubling its impact.…
Black Music City is back for a second year, and this year the collaboration between WXPN, WRTI and REC Philly is doubling its impact.…
Black Music City announces 46 grants for local artists
Black Music City is back for a second year, and this year the collaboration between WXPN, WRTI and REC Philly is doubling its impact.…
Events
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…
When the Roots Picnic had its last in-person installment in 2019, it had just settled into a glorious new home — the verdant expanse…
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…
Events
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…
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…
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…
Events
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…
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…
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…
Events
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…
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…
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…
Events
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…
The duality of a Billie Eilish concert: she can make you acutely aware that you are in a crowd of thousands upon thousands, and…
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…
News
Nation of Language throws a new wave dance party at World Cafe Live
There was a lot of open space on the World Cafe Live stage when Brooklyn three-piece Nation of Language — all they brought with…
There was a lot of open space on the World Cafe Live stage when Brooklyn three-piece Nation of Language — all they brought with…
Nation of Language throws a new wave dance party at World Cafe Live
There was a lot of open space on the World Cafe Live stage when Brooklyn three-piece Nation of Language — all they brought with…
Artists
Empath discuss state fairs, songwriting, Crass, and their new album ‘Visitor’
Putting out an album during the pandemic can be a bit of a fool’s errand: Will it be safe to tour? How many times…
Putting out an album during the pandemic can be a bit of a fool’s errand: Will it be safe to tour? How many times…
Empath discuss state fairs, songwriting, Crass, and their new album ‘Visitor’
Putting out an album during the pandemic can be a bit of a fool’s errand: Will it be safe to tour? How many times…
Artists
Understanding Shamir: Philly’s multifaceted pop auteur on being yourself and following your muse
Shamir Bailey is not an artist to shy away. If his career is proof of anything, it’s that embracing the novel and new is…
Shamir Bailey is not an artist to shy away. If his career is proof of anything, it’s that embracing the novel and new is…
Understanding Shamir: Philly’s multifaceted pop auteur on being yourself and following your muse
Shamir Bailey is not an artist to shy away. If his career is proof of anything, it’s that embracing the novel and new is…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out February 11th!
I know we’re only about six weeks into the new year but so far February has been the month to beat in terms of…
I know we’re only about six weeks into the new year but so far February has been the month to beat in terms of…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out February 11th!
I know we’re only about six weeks into the new year but so far February has been the month to beat in terms of…
News
The Key Studio Sessions: Sug Daniels
Leading the dynamic Delawarean funk / soul / rock and roll powerhouse Hoochi Coochi, singer-songwriter Sug Daniels is a high-energy and unbelievably engaging frontperson.…
Leading the dynamic Delawarean funk / soul / rock and roll powerhouse Hoochi Coochi, singer-songwriter Sug Daniels is a high-energy and unbelievably engaging frontperson.…
The Key Studio Sessions: Sug Daniels
Leading the dynamic Delawarean funk / soul / rock and roll powerhouse Hoochi Coochi, singer-songwriter Sug Daniels is a high-energy and unbelievably engaging frontperson.…
Recordings
Sadurn has a soft story to tell on new LP ‘Radiator,’ out this spring on Run For Cover Records
Budding indie-rock quartet Sadurn are gearing up to put out their first record, Radiator, via Run for Cover Records. In preparation for the release,…
Budding indie-rock quartet Sadurn are gearing up to put out their first record, Radiator, via Run for Cover Records. In preparation for the release,…
Sadurn has a soft story to tell on new LP ‘Radiator,’ out this spring on Run For Cover Records
Budding indie-rock quartet Sadurn are gearing up to put out their first record, Radiator, via Run for Cover Records. In preparation for the release,…
Recordings
Riverby takes matters into their own hands in video for new single, “Baseless”
The first track from Riverby’s new album Absolution – due March 25th via Take This To Heart Records – is out today, with an…
The first track from Riverby’s new album Absolution – due March 25th via Take This To Heart Records – is out today, with an…
Riverby takes matters into their own hands in video for new single, “Baseless”
The first track from Riverby’s new album Absolution – due March 25th via Take This To Heart Records – is out today, with an…
By Abdur - Rahman
Give Them Their Flowers: Mollie Rose on voices, violin concertos, and Philadelphia’s boundlessly creative scene
I meet a lot of talented musicians whenever I host an open mic event called The Juice Jam, and that includes violinist Mollie Rose.…
I meet a lot of talented musicians whenever I host an open mic event called The Juice Jam, and that includes violinist Mollie Rose.…
Give Them Their Flowers: Mollie Rose on voices, violin concertos, and Philadelphia’s boundlessly creative scene
I meet a lot of talented musicians whenever I host an open mic event called The Juice Jam, and that includes violinist Mollie Rose.…
WXPN Local
A brief history of J. Dilla and The Soulquarians
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dewey Bryan Saunders (@deweysaunders) From his early days working with local legends Phat Kat, 5…
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dewey Bryan Saunders (@deweysaunders) From his early days working with local legends Phat Kat, 5…
A brief history of J. Dilla and The Soulquarians
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dewey Bryan Saunders (@deweysaunders) From his early days working with local legends Phat Kat, 5…
Events
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…
Modern rock / folk outfit The Lumineers announced a 2022 tour today that takes them across North America beginning in late spring and running…
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…
Events
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…
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…
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…
Recordings
Fleet Foxes announce a long-awaited tour for Grammy-nominated ‘Shore’ with a late summer date at The Mann
Of all the shows that never were in 2020, many fans of indie rock missed out on a Fleet Foxes tour the most. Songwriter…
Of all the shows that never were in 2020, many fans of indie rock missed out on a Fleet Foxes tour the most. Songwriter…
Fleet Foxes announce a long-awaited tour for Grammy-nominated ‘Shore’ with a late summer date at The Mann
Of all the shows that never were in 2020, many fans of indie rock missed out on a Fleet Foxes tour the most. Songwriter…
Recordings
Sunflower Bean pivot to pop-rock with new disillusioned single “Who Put You Up To This?”
Brooklyn indie rock trio Sunflower Bean released a new single and music video for “Who Put You Up To This?” today, ahead of their…
Brooklyn indie rock trio Sunflower Bean released a new single and music video for “Who Put You Up To This?” today, ahead of their…
Sunflower Bean pivot to pop-rock with new disillusioned single “Who Put You Up To This?”
Brooklyn indie rock trio Sunflower Bean released a new single and music video for “Who Put You Up To This?” today, ahead of their…
Recordings
Listen to Sharon Van Etten’s sleek, 80s-inspired new single “Porta”
Singer-songwriter Sharon Van Etten just released an uplifting, electropop-driven new single called “Porta.” With sleek 80s stylings from the driving beats to the aerobics-inspired…
Singer-songwriter Sharon Van Etten just released an uplifting, electropop-driven new single called “Porta.” With sleek 80s stylings from the driving beats to the aerobics-inspired…
Listen to Sharon Van Etten’s sleek, 80s-inspired new single “Porta”
Singer-songwriter Sharon Van Etten just released an uplifting, electropop-driven new single called “Porta.” With sleek 80s stylings from the driving beats to the aerobics-inspired…
Local
Orion Sun announces new EP ‘Getaway,’ shares breathtaking new single “dirty dancer”
Philly-rooted, NYC-based singer-songwriter Orion Sun returns this spring with a new collection of gorgeous music. The Getaway EP is out March 11th via Mom…
Philly-rooted, NYC-based singer-songwriter Orion Sun returns this spring with a new collection of gorgeous music. The Getaway EP is out March 11th via Mom…
Orion Sun announces new EP ‘Getaway,’ shares breathtaking new single “dirty dancer”
Philly-rooted, NYC-based singer-songwriter Orion Sun returns this spring with a new collection of gorgeous music. The Getaway EP is out March 11th via Mom…
Recordings
Later Fortune ponders what it means to be human on stirring new single “Lateral to the Devil”
Two longtime Philly indie scene singer-songwriters, Chet Delcampo and Heyward Howkins, teamed up a few years back under the name Later Fortune, mixing pensive…
Two longtime Philly indie scene singer-songwriters, Chet Delcampo and Heyward Howkins, teamed up a few years back under the name Later Fortune, mixing pensive…
Later Fortune ponders what it means to be human on stirring new single “Lateral to the Devil”
Two longtime Philly indie scene singer-songwriters, Chet Delcampo and Heyward Howkins, teamed up a few years back under the name Later Fortune, mixing pensive…
Events
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…
Next Thursday, the National Liberty Museum is hosting NLM at Night: The Sound of Philadelphia, a celebration of Black voices and music with DJs…
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…
Events
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…
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…
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…
Recordings
The Key Studio Sessions: Love? Said The Commander
Connecting online in 2018 has yielded a stirring creative collaboration for Kate Hall and Chris Bishop. Under the evocative name Love? Said The Commander…
Connecting online in 2018 has yielded a stirring creative collaboration for Kate Hall and Chris Bishop. Under the evocative name Love? Said The Commander…
The Key Studio Sessions: Love? Said The Commander
Connecting online in 2018 has yielded a stirring creative collaboration for Kate Hall and Chris Bishop. Under the evocative name Love? Said The Commander…
Artists
Indie Rock Hit Parade (home-recorded) Session: Hatchie
Joining us for this home-recorded Indie Rock Hit Parade session is a group that’s preparing to release their long-awaited sophomore album. We were first…
Joining us for this home-recorded Indie Rock Hit Parade session is a group that’s preparing to release their long-awaited sophomore album. We were first…
Indie Rock Hit Parade (home-recorded) Session: Hatchie
Joining us for this home-recorded Indie Rock Hit Parade session is a group that’s preparing to release their long-awaited sophomore album. We were first…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out February 4th!
That no-good groundhog might have saddled us with six more weeks of winter, but the first Friday of February brings plenty of thrilling new…
That no-good groundhog might have saddled us with six more weeks of winter, but the first Friday of February brings plenty of thrilling new…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out February 4th!
That no-good groundhog might have saddled us with six more weeks of winter, but the first Friday of February brings plenty of thrilling new…
News
Ceramic Animal navigates long distance love in “Tangled”
Doylestown rockers Ceramic Animal have a big year ahead of them. Their Dan Auerbach-produced fourth LP, Sweet Unknown, releases in exactly month, and after…
Doylestown rockers Ceramic Animal have a big year ahead of them. Their Dan Auerbach-produced fourth LP, Sweet Unknown, releases in exactly month, and after…
Ceramic Animal navigates long distance love in “Tangled”
Doylestown rockers Ceramic Animal have a big year ahead of them. Their Dan Auerbach-produced fourth LP, Sweet Unknown, releases in exactly month, and after…
Recordings
Watch Kamasi Washington and his expansive band bring “The Garden Path” to ‘The Tonight Show’
West Coast jazz visionary Kamasi Washington has emerged back on the scene in an appropriately larger-than-life way. This week, he released his first new,…
West Coast jazz visionary Kamasi Washington has emerged back on the scene in an appropriately larger-than-life way. This week, he released his first new,…
Watch Kamasi Washington and his expansive band bring “The Garden Path” to ‘The Tonight Show’
West Coast jazz visionary Kamasi Washington has emerged back on the scene in an appropriately larger-than-life way. This week, he released his first new,…
Recordings
SASAMI’s “Call Me Home” reveals another mood of an eclectic forthcoming LP
Almost half of SASAMI’s sophomore record Squeeze is available now with the release of the album’s fifth single, “Call Me Home.” The Los Angeles-based…
Almost half of SASAMI’s sophomore record Squeeze is available now with the release of the album’s fifth single, “Call Me Home.” The Los Angeles-based…
SASAMI’s “Call Me Home” reveals another mood of an eclectic forthcoming LP
Almost half of SASAMI’s sophomore record Squeeze is available now with the release of the album’s fifth single, “Call Me Home.” The Los Angeles-based…
Recordings
“Still Sorta Healing” shows off a new, warmer side of Big Nothing, previews what’s to come in sophomore LP
Indie rock / power-pop four-piece Big Nothing joke that the real reason for band practice is the opportunity to get dinner together afterwards. But…
Indie rock / power-pop four-piece Big Nothing joke that the real reason for band practice is the opportunity to get dinner together afterwards. But…
“Still Sorta Healing” shows off a new, warmer side of Big Nothing, previews what’s to come in sophomore LP
Indie rock / power-pop four-piece Big Nothing joke that the real reason for band practice is the opportunity to get dinner together afterwards. But…
News
Deer Scout signs to Carpark Records, shares new single from forthcoming debut LP
Fans of soft indie-rock rejoice: new music from Philly-adjacent Deer Scout is due out via Carpark Records on April 8th. Songwriter Dena Miller, a…
Fans of soft indie-rock rejoice: new music from Philly-adjacent Deer Scout is due out via Carpark Records on April 8th. Songwriter Dena Miller, a…
Deer Scout signs to Carpark Records, shares new single from forthcoming debut LP
Fans of soft indie-rock rejoice: new music from Philly-adjacent Deer Scout is due out via Carpark Records on April 8th. Songwriter Dena Miller, a…
By Abdur - Rahman
Give Them Their Flowers: Beano French on Musiq Soulchild, 90s R&B, and the wide reach of Philly talent
Last year for Black History Month I created a series called Give Them Their Flowers, where I asked hometown heroes of different genres and artistic practices…
Last year for Black History Month I created a series called Give Them Their Flowers, where I asked hometown heroes of different genres and artistic practices…
Give Them Their Flowers: Beano French on Musiq Soulchild, 90s R&B, and the wide reach of Philly talent
Last year for Black History Month I created a series called Give Them Their Flowers, where I asked hometown heroes of different genres and artistic practices…
Recordings
The Key Studio Sessions: Chuck Acid
Philly’s Chuck Acid has been on the grind since 2017 when he released his first project, Food for Your Sole, but the post-quarantine rush…
Philly’s Chuck Acid has been on the grind since 2017 when he released his first project, Food for Your Sole, but the post-quarantine rush…
The Key Studio Sessions: Chuck Acid
Philly’s Chuck Acid has been on the grind since 2017 when he released his first project, Food for Your Sole, but the post-quarantine rush…
News
New documentary set to tell the story of Philly Soul and legendary Philadelphia International Records
A historic chapter of Philadelphia’s music scene is coming to the silver screen: an upcoming documentary titled The Sound of Philadelphia will tell the…
A historic chapter of Philadelphia’s music scene is coming to the silver screen: an upcoming documentary titled The Sound of Philadelphia will tell the…
New documentary set to tell the story of Philly Soul and legendary Philadelphia International Records
A historic chapter of Philadelphia’s music scene is coming to the silver screen: an upcoming documentary titled The Sound of Philadelphia will tell the…
Recordings
The Districts share emotional new single “No Blood” from ‘Great American Painting’
The release of The Districts’ next LP, Great American Painting, is getting closer, and in the midst of the growing excitement comes their latest…
The release of The Districts’ next LP, Great American Painting, is getting closer, and in the midst of the growing excitement comes their latest…
The Districts share emotional new single “No Blood” from ‘Great American Painting’
The release of The Districts’ next LP, Great American Painting, is getting closer, and in the midst of the growing excitement comes their latest…
Events
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…
Did you hear Lucy Dacus’ newest single via a phone call from a number on a street flyer? If this sounds familiar, then you…
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…
News
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s 2022 nominees include Beck, A Tribe Called Quest, Kate Bush and more
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has announced this year’s nominees — 17 artists who are eligible for induction to the Cleveland music…
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has announced this year’s nominees — 17 artists who are eligible for induction to the Cleveland music…
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s 2022 nominees include Beck, A Tribe Called Quest, Kate Bush and more
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has announced this year’s nominees — 17 artists who are eligible for induction to the Cleveland music…
News
Black Inspirations: The albums that shaped our favorite artists
For Black History Month, WXPN is once again presenting Black Inspirations, a recurring on-air and online feature, this time focusing on influential albums from…
For Black History Month, WXPN is once again presenting Black Inspirations, a recurring on-air and online feature, this time focusing on influential albums from…
Black Inspirations: The albums that shaped our favorite artists
For Black History Month, WXPN is once again presenting Black Inspirations, a recurring on-air and online feature, this time focusing on influential albums from…
News
Lake Street Dive will play The Mann Center with The Lone Bellow
The spring concert season keeps heating up, now with a stellar double-header at The Mann Center in June starring Lake Street Dive. The eclectic…
The spring concert season keeps heating up, now with a stellar double-header at The Mann Center in June starring Lake Street Dive. The eclectic…
Lake Street Dive will play The Mann Center with The Lone Bellow
The spring concert season keeps heating up, now with a stellar double-header at The Mann Center in June starring Lake Street Dive. The eclectic…
Events
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…
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…
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…
News
Black History Month on WXPN: Our February schedule of interviews, spotlights and more
February is Black History Month, and once again WXPN will present a month of special programming features on the Midday Show, on World Cafe,…
February is Black History Month, and once again WXPN will present a month of special programming features on the Midday Show, on World Cafe,…
Black History Month on WXPN: Our February schedule of interviews, spotlights and more
February is Black History Month, and once again WXPN will present a month of special programming features on the Midday Show, on World Cafe,…
Events
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…
Immanuel Wilkins and his quartet have produced another work of staggering ambition, tenacity and spirit in The 7th Hand. The alto saxophonist, raised in…
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…
Events
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…
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…
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…
News
The War on Drugs take flight at The Met Philly homecoming
“We wouldn’t miss this for the world,” Adam Granduciel told The Met Philly last night, and it truly felt reassuring. In the week leading…
“We wouldn’t miss this for the world,” Adam Granduciel told The Met Philly last night, and it truly felt reassuring. In the week leading…
The War on Drugs take flight at The Met Philly homecoming
“We wouldn’t miss this for the world,” Adam Granduciel told The Met Philly last night, and it truly felt reassuring. In the week leading…
News
Presenting Sleepy Hollow Through The Decades: A celebration of quiet sounds across the generations
Join us February 5th and 6th as we honor the history of one of XPN’s longest running and most iconic shows on Sleepy Hollow…
Join us February 5th and 6th as we honor the history of one of XPN’s longest running and most iconic shows on Sleepy Hollow…
Presenting Sleepy Hollow Through The Decades: A celebration of quiet sounds across the generations
Join us February 5th and 6th as we honor the history of one of XPN’s longest running and most iconic shows on Sleepy Hollow…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out January 28th
Another week is ushered to a close by a crop of new releases from all across the musical spectrum. Anaïs Mitchell‘s self-titled album is…
Another week is ushered to a close by a crop of new releases from all across the musical spectrum. Anaïs Mitchell‘s self-titled album is…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out January 28th
Another week is ushered to a close by a crop of new releases from all across the musical spectrum. Anaïs Mitchell‘s self-titled album is…
Recordings
Ivy Sole finds strength on a deserted Ghanaian beach in new “Bamboo” video; new album ‘CANDID’ out next week
Next week, east coast hip-hop favorite Ivy Sole releases her latest project CANDID, and she says the album questions what we believe about relationships…
Next week, east coast hip-hop favorite Ivy Sole releases her latest project CANDID, and she says the album questions what we believe about relationships…
Ivy Sole finds strength on a deserted Ghanaian beach in new “Bamboo” video; new album ‘CANDID’ out next week
Next week, east coast hip-hop favorite Ivy Sole releases her latest project CANDID, and she says the album questions what we believe about relationships…
Events
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…
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…
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…
News
Sophie Coran releases a kaleidoscopic video for “S P A C E”
Last year, Philly’s Sophie Coran released her first full-length project, S P A C E, an amalgam of smoky jazz, shimmering pop, and heartfelt…
Last year, Philly’s Sophie Coran released her first full-length project, S P A C E, an amalgam of smoky jazz, shimmering pop, and heartfelt…
Sophie Coran releases a kaleidoscopic video for “S P A C E”
Last year, Philly’s Sophie Coran released her first full-length project, S P A C E, an amalgam of smoky jazz, shimmering pop, and heartfelt…
Artists
Back Like She Never Left: ‘Here Goes Nothing’ with Shortie No Mass
In 1993 the world got its first taste of Terressa Thompson, aka Shortie No Mass. She was featured on both De La Soul’s Buhloone…
In 1993 the world got its first taste of Terressa Thompson, aka Shortie No Mass. She was featured on both De La Soul’s Buhloone…
Back Like She Never Left: ‘Here Goes Nothing’ with Shortie No Mass
In 1993 the world got its first taste of Terressa Thompson, aka Shortie No Mass. She was featured on both De La Soul’s Buhloone…
News
Kacey Musgraves cultivated joy in ‘Star-Crossed’ heartbreak, covered “9 to 5” at Wells Fargo Center
“It feels good to be off the couch and out of your PJs, amirite?” Kacey Musgraves inquired last night as she looked out at…
“It feels good to be off the couch and out of your PJs, amirite?” Kacey Musgraves inquired last night as she looked out at…
Kacey Musgraves cultivated joy in ‘Star-Crossed’ heartbreak, covered “9 to 5” at Wells Fargo Center
“It feels good to be off the couch and out of your PJs, amirite?” Kacey Musgraves inquired last night as she looked out at…
WXPN Local
Kacey Musgraves popped in at Philly piano bar Tavern On Camac to sing Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams”
Country-pop singer-songwriter Kacey Musgraves is in Philly tonight to headline Wells Fargo Center in support of her latest album, Star-Crossed, and we’re very excited…
Country-pop singer-songwriter Kacey Musgraves is in Philly tonight to headline Wells Fargo Center in support of her latest album, Star-Crossed, and we’re very excited…
Kacey Musgraves popped in at Philly piano bar Tavern On Camac to sing Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams”
Country-pop singer-songwriter Kacey Musgraves is in Philly tonight to headline Wells Fargo Center in support of her latest album, Star-Crossed, and we’re very excited…
Recordings
Listen to Japanese Breakfast cover Yoko Ono’s “Nobody Sees Me Like You Do” for the ‘Ocean Child’ tribute
Iconic musician and artist Yoko Ono will celebrate her 89th birthday on February 18th, and a lineup of contemporary artists are teaming up to…
Iconic musician and artist Yoko Ono will celebrate her 89th birthday on February 18th, and a lineup of contemporary artists are teaming up to…
Listen to Japanese Breakfast cover Yoko Ono’s “Nobody Sees Me Like You Do” for the ‘Ocean Child’ tribute
Iconic musician and artist Yoko Ono will celebrate her 89th birthday on February 18th, and a lineup of contemporary artists are teaming up to…
Events
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…
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…
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…
Events
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…
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…
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…
Events
The Decemberists will bring ‘Arise From The Bunkers’ tour to The Met Philly in August
Portland indie-folk faves The Decemberists are going on tour this summer. Their Arise From The Bunkers! run stretches across the month of August and…
Portland indie-folk faves The Decemberists are going on tour this summer. Their Arise From The Bunkers! run stretches across the month of August and…
The Decemberists will bring ‘Arise From The Bunkers’ tour to The Met Philly in August
Portland indie-folk faves The Decemberists are going on tour this summer. Their Arise From The Bunkers! run stretches across the month of August and…
Artists
Inside the dreamlike world of pop alchemist St. Sol
St. Sol is self-described as an avant-pop artist, but underneath that gossamer-thin genre coating lies an ever shifting darkness that can only be felt…
St. Sol is self-described as an avant-pop artist, but underneath that gossamer-thin genre coating lies an ever shifting darkness that can only be felt…
Inside the dreamlike world of pop alchemist St. Sol
St. Sol is self-described as an avant-pop artist, but underneath that gossamer-thin genre coating lies an ever shifting darkness that can only be felt…
WXPN Local
How Lot 49 Books and Launderette Records are running their stores with a DIY spirit
If you’ve hung around the music scene for any length of time you might have a general sense of what “do it yourself” means…
If you’ve hung around the music scene for any length of time you might have a general sense of what “do it yourself” means…
How Lot 49 Books and Launderette Records are running their stores with a DIY spirit
If you’ve hung around the music scene for any length of time you might have a general sense of what “do it yourself” means…
News
Culture Cypher Radio January Chart: Remembering lost heroes and sparking inspiration in dark times
We’ve only just arrived in 2022 and the past month or so has been difficult to say the least. In addition to increasing COVID…
We’ve only just arrived in 2022 and the past month or so has been difficult to say the least. In addition to increasing COVID…
Culture Cypher Radio January Chart: Remembering lost heroes and sparking inspiration in dark times
We’ve only just arrived in 2022 and the past month or so has been difficult to say the least. In addition to increasing COVID…
Events
Daryl Hall and Todd Rundgren will play The Met Philly in April
Two Philly pop / rock icons will share the stage at The Met this spring. Daryl Hall, one half of the hitmaking duo Hall…
Two Philly pop / rock icons will share the stage at The Met this spring. Daryl Hall, one half of the hitmaking duo Hall…
Daryl Hall and Todd Rundgren will play The Met Philly in April
Two Philly pop / rock icons will share the stage at The Met this spring. Daryl Hall, one half of the hitmaking duo Hall…
Recordings
Avataria takes it again from the top on “Crash”
Philly guitarist and singer-songwriter Avataria just released her first single of 2022 and, appropriately enough for a song landing near the top of the…
Philly guitarist and singer-songwriter Avataria just released her first single of 2022 and, appropriately enough for a song landing near the top of the…
Avataria takes it again from the top on “Crash”
Philly guitarist and singer-songwriter Avataria just released her first single of 2022 and, appropriately enough for a song landing near the top of the…
Events
Arnetta Johnson will headline The Kimmel Center’s Pearlman Theater in March
Boundary-pushing trumpeter Arnetta Johnson has big plans for 2022. On the heels of her 2021 single “Move Around,” the self-styled “disruptive jazz” musician from…
Boundary-pushing trumpeter Arnetta Johnson has big plans for 2022. On the heels of her 2021 single “Move Around,” the self-styled “disruptive jazz” musician from…
Arnetta Johnson will headline The Kimmel Center’s Pearlman Theater in March
Boundary-pushing trumpeter Arnetta Johnson has big plans for 2022. On the heels of her 2021 single “Move Around,” the self-styled “disruptive jazz” musician from…
Recordings
Taylor Kelly and Zeek Burse combine forces on powerful new single “Sabotage”
The collaboration the Philly music community has been waiting on for weeks is here. R&B visionary Taylor Kelly teamed up with equally transcendent Zeek…
The collaboration the Philly music community has been waiting on for weeks is here. R&B visionary Taylor Kelly teamed up with equally transcendent Zeek…
Taylor Kelly and Zeek Burse combine forces on powerful new single “Sabotage”
The collaboration the Philly music community has been waiting on for weeks is here. R&B visionary Taylor Kelly teamed up with equally transcendent Zeek…
Recordings
Todd Henkin and The Great Unknown return with trans-global new EP ‘Every Night Fireworks’
Since making a string of beautiful records out of West Philadelphia’s bustling folk scene a decade ago, Todd Henkin and The Great Unknown have…
Since making a string of beautiful records out of West Philadelphia’s bustling folk scene a decade ago, Todd Henkin and The Great Unknown have…
Todd Henkin and The Great Unknown return with trans-global new EP ‘Every Night Fireworks’
Since making a string of beautiful records out of West Philadelphia’s bustling folk scene a decade ago, Todd Henkin and The Great Unknown have…
Recordings
Ali Awan and Air Devi channel classic French pop in Les Flammes Obscures collab “Musée Des Erreurs”
Starting out 2022 on an incredibly vibey note, prolific Philly artists Ali Awan and Air Devi teamed up to collaborate with producer Les Flammes…
Starting out 2022 on an incredibly vibey note, prolific Philly artists Ali Awan and Air Devi teamed up to collaborate with producer Les Flammes…
Ali Awan and Air Devi channel classic French pop in Les Flammes Obscures collab “Musée Des Erreurs”
Starting out 2022 on an incredibly vibey note, prolific Philly artists Ali Awan and Air Devi teamed up to collaborate with producer Les Flammes…
Recordings
Valerie June adds six acoustic songs and three covers (including Nick Drake) to deluxe edition of ‘The Moon and Stars: Prescriptions for Dreamers’
There’s more to Valerie June’s beloved 2021 LP The Moon and Stars: Prescriptions for Dreamers than we heard in 2021. Released today, the album’s…
There’s more to Valerie June’s beloved 2021 LP The Moon and Stars: Prescriptions for Dreamers than we heard in 2021. Released today, the album’s…
Valerie June adds six acoustic songs and three covers (including Nick Drake) to deluxe edition of ‘The Moon and Stars: Prescriptions for Dreamers’
There’s more to Valerie June’s beloved 2021 LP The Moon and Stars: Prescriptions for Dreamers than we heard in 2021. Released today, the album’s…
Americana
Cosmic Guilt will release its debut album this April
After a year developing buzz on the scene, Philly psychedelic country supergroup Cosmic Guilt is ready to release its debut album. Fronted by Scantron’s…
After a year developing buzz on the scene, Philly psychedelic country supergroup Cosmic Guilt is ready to release its debut album. Fronted by Scantron’s…
Cosmic Guilt will release its debut album this April
After a year developing buzz on the scene, Philly psychedelic country supergroup Cosmic Guilt is ready to release its debut album. Fronted by Scantron’s…
Events
Free at Noon Flashback: Nashville shredders The Infamous Stringdusters showcase ‘Toward The Fray’ at World Cafe Live
It was clear out the gate at The Infamous Stringdusters’ Free at Noon concert that a lot of pickin’ and shredding was going to…
It was clear out the gate at The Infamous Stringdusters’ Free at Noon concert that a lot of pickin’ and shredding was going to…
Free at Noon Flashback: Nashville shredders The Infamous Stringdusters showcase ‘Toward The Fray’ at World Cafe Live
It was clear out the gate at The Infamous Stringdusters’ Free at Noon concert that a lot of pickin’ and shredding was going to…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out January 21st!
There’s something for everybody in this week’s batch of new releases. Age of Apathy is the first solo album in six years from award-winning…
There’s something for everybody in this week’s batch of new releases. Age of Apathy is the first solo album in six years from award-winning…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out January 21st!
There’s something for everybody in this week’s batch of new releases. Age of Apathy is the first solo album in six years from award-winning…
Artists
Explaining CrimSon: A conversation with Philly MC Uncle CrimSon
In the Southwest section of Philadelphia resides one of the cities best rappers: Dante Hill, professionally known as Uncle CrimSon. He is one of…
In the Southwest section of Philadelphia resides one of the cities best rappers: Dante Hill, professionally known as Uncle CrimSon. He is one of…
Explaining CrimSon: A conversation with Philly MC Uncle CrimSon
In the Southwest section of Philadelphia resides one of the cities best rappers: Dante Hill, professionally known as Uncle CrimSon. He is one of…
Artists
HUEY, the Cosmonaut talks about creating the greatest imaginary R&B station in the midwest on new album ‘Rustbelt Radio’
Representing the midwest in Philadelphia is eclectic artist HUEY, the Cosmonaut, whose music spans hip-hop, R&B, electronic rock and beyond. The Illinois transplant has…
Representing the midwest in Philadelphia is eclectic artist HUEY, the Cosmonaut, whose music spans hip-hop, R&B, electronic rock and beyond. The Illinois transplant has…
HUEY, the Cosmonaut talks about creating the greatest imaginary R&B station in the midwest on new album ‘Rustbelt Radio’
Representing the midwest in Philadelphia is eclectic artist HUEY, the Cosmonaut, whose music spans hip-hop, R&B, electronic rock and beyond. The Illinois transplant has…
News
Nilüfer Yanya shines a light through the darkness with new single “midnight sun”
New from singer-songwriter Nilüfer Yanya: the single “midnight sun” and a visualizer featuring the artist walking through a buzzing city and wearing pink angel’s…
New from singer-songwriter Nilüfer Yanya: the single “midnight sun” and a visualizer featuring the artist walking through a buzzing city and wearing pink angel’s…
Nilüfer Yanya shines a light through the darkness with new single “midnight sun”
New from singer-songwriter Nilüfer Yanya: the single “midnight sun” and a visualizer featuring the artist walking through a buzzing city and wearing pink angel’s…
Recordings
Big Nothing get a new home on Lame-O Records, share “A Lot Of Finding Out” from new LP ‘Dog Hours’
Philly indie power-pop four-piece Big Nothing are returning next month with another helping of crunchy riffs and soaring hooks — this time from their…
Philly indie power-pop four-piece Big Nothing are returning next month with another helping of crunchy riffs and soaring hooks — this time from their…
Big Nothing get a new home on Lame-O Records, share “A Lot Of Finding Out” from new LP ‘Dog Hours’
Philly indie power-pop four-piece Big Nothing are returning next month with another helping of crunchy riffs and soaring hooks — this time from their…
Recordings
The Key Studio Sessions: Maxwell Stern
Though he’s lived and made music in Philadelphia for the better part of ten years, Maxwell Stern will forever be an Ohioan. The contrast…
Though he’s lived and made music in Philadelphia for the better part of ten years, Maxwell Stern will forever be an Ohioan. The contrast…
The Key Studio Sessions: Maxwell Stern
Though he’s lived and made music in Philadelphia for the better part of ten years, Maxwell Stern will forever be an Ohioan. The contrast…
Recordings
Watch Japanese Breakfast play “Slide Tackle” and talk Union Transfer on ‘The Late Late Show’
After a hugely successful 2021, Japanese Breakfast is still out there bringing Jubilee to the world, most recently with a stop on late-night television.…
After a hugely successful 2021, Japanese Breakfast is still out there bringing Jubilee to the world, most recently with a stop on late-night television.…
Watch Japanese Breakfast play “Slide Tackle” and talk Union Transfer on ‘The Late Late Show’
After a hugely successful 2021, Japanese Breakfast is still out there bringing Jubilee to the world, most recently with a stop on late-night television.…
Recordings
Ivy Sole meditates on labels, connections, and personal space in new single “Call Me”
East Coast rapper Ivy Sole grew up in the Carolinas, started making music in Philly, currently resides in Brooklyn, and just released her first…
East Coast rapper Ivy Sole grew up in the Carolinas, started making music in Philly, currently resides in Brooklyn, and just released her first…
Ivy Sole meditates on labels, connections, and personal space in new single “Call Me”
East Coast rapper Ivy Sole grew up in the Carolinas, started making music in Philly, currently resides in Brooklyn, and just released her first…
News
Zinskē’s music video for “Freon Dumb” is delightfully strange
Philly indie four-piece Zinskē played exactly one live show last year, but it was a great one: a support slot on The Vernes’ sold-out…
Philly indie four-piece Zinskē played exactly one live show last year, but it was a great one: a support slot on The Vernes’ sold-out…
Zinskē’s music video for “Freon Dumb” is delightfully strange
Philly indie four-piece Zinskē played exactly one live show last year, but it was a great one: a support slot on The Vernes’ sold-out…
Recordings
Highnoon enters a new era of growth with single and video for “Back to You”
Lo-fi indie dream-pop artist Highnoon is stepping up their game with new single, “Back to You,” their first song written as a full band,…
Lo-fi indie dream-pop artist Highnoon is stepping up their game with new single, “Back to You,” their first song written as a full band,…
Highnoon enters a new era of growth with single and video for “Back to You”
Lo-fi indie dream-pop artist Highnoon is stepping up their game with new single, “Back to You,” their first song written as a full band,…
News
Kurt Vile and The Violators played their first show in two years at Anchor Rock Club in A.C.
It was 21 degrees Fahrenheit on the New Jersey shore last night, and significantly warmer inside Atlantic City’s Anchor Rock Club, where hundreds of…
It was 21 degrees Fahrenheit on the New Jersey shore last night, and significantly warmer inside Atlantic City’s Anchor Rock Club, where hundreds of…
Kurt Vile and The Violators played their first show in two years at Anchor Rock Club in A.C.
It was 21 degrees Fahrenheit on the New Jersey shore last night, and significantly warmer inside Atlantic City’s Anchor Rock Club, where hundreds of…
Artists
Indie Rock Hit Parade Live Session: Dean Wareham and Britta Phillips
Joining us in the studio for this Indie Rock Hit Parade live session is a duo who’ve become cherished friends of this show (and…
Joining us in the studio for this Indie Rock Hit Parade live session is a duo who’ve become cherished friends of this show (and…
Indie Rock Hit Parade Live Session: Dean Wareham and Britta Phillips
Joining us in the studio for this Indie Rock Hit Parade live session is a duo who’ve become cherished friends of this show (and…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out January 14th
Okay now we’re starting to get into it. The new year has found its footing and offers up a fresh batch of new albums…
Okay now we’re starting to get into it. The new year has found its footing and offers up a fresh batch of new albums…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out January 14th
Okay now we’re starting to get into it. The new year has found its footing and offers up a fresh batch of new albums…
News
The Key Studio Sessions: Kate Dressed Up
New Jersey-rooted singer-songwriter Katie Miller has been making music under the Kate Dressed Up banner for about six years, and that means a few…
New Jersey-rooted singer-songwriter Katie Miller has been making music under the Kate Dressed Up banner for about six years, and that means a few…
The Key Studio Sessions: Kate Dressed Up
New Jersey-rooted singer-songwriter Katie Miller has been making music under the Kate Dressed Up banner for about six years, and that means a few…
Events
Spoon is bringing ‘Lucifer On The Sofa’ to The Fillmore in April
Veteran indie rockers Spoon have been teasing their latest LP Lucifer on the Sofa since late last year, and as the release date nears…
Veteran indie rockers Spoon have been teasing their latest LP Lucifer on the Sofa since late last year, and as the release date nears…
Spoon is bringing ‘Lucifer On The Sofa’ to The Fillmore in April
Veteran indie rockers Spoon have been teasing their latest LP Lucifer on the Sofa since late last year, and as the release date nears…
News
Anaïs Mitchell reminisces about a dearly departed friend in new single “On Your Way (Felix Song)”
It’s been eight years since we last had a new solo album from New England singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell, but that’s okay. Between sweeping the…
It’s been eight years since we last had a new solo album from New England singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell, but that’s okay. Between sweeping the…
Anaïs Mitchell reminisces about a dearly departed friend in new single “On Your Way (Felix Song)”
It’s been eight years since we last had a new solo album from New England singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell, but that’s okay. Between sweeping the…
Recordings
Prepare to love Mitski more with fourth single and video from ‘Laurel Hell’
There’s more to love from Mitski in advance of her new LP Laurel Hell, due February 4th. Today, the musician behind possibly the most…
There’s more to love from Mitski in advance of her new LP Laurel Hell, due February 4th. Today, the musician behind possibly the most…
Prepare to love Mitski more with fourth single and video from ‘Laurel Hell’
There’s more to love from Mitski in advance of her new LP Laurel Hell, due February 4th. Today, the musician behind possibly the most…
Events
The Dead Milkmen line up a trio of springtime shows in NJ and DE
Philly icons The Dead Milkmen have a way of picking auspicious dates for their hometown-adjacent shows; usually they land around Halloween, but for one…
Philly icons The Dead Milkmen have a way of picking auspicious dates for their hometown-adjacent shows; usually they land around Halloween, but for one…
The Dead Milkmen line up a trio of springtime shows in NJ and DE
Philly icons The Dead Milkmen have a way of picking auspicious dates for their hometown-adjacent shows; usually they land around Halloween, but for one…
Recordings
Listen to Avataria talk late blooming, gear-building and more on the 25 O’Clock Podcast
Philly-area indie rocker Niki Flanly, better known onstage and on streaming services as Avataria, talked about her creative journey on the latest episode of…
Philly-area indie rocker Niki Flanly, better known onstage and on streaming services as Avataria, talked about her creative journey on the latest episode of…
Listen to Avataria talk late blooming, gear-building and more on the 25 O’Clock Podcast
Philly-area indie rocker Niki Flanly, better known onstage and on streaming services as Avataria, talked about her creative journey on the latest episode of…
Events
Ted Leo and Marissa Paternoster will play The Lounge at World Cafe Live next month
It is certainly a strange concert landscape in these early weeks of 2022, but here at The Key we hope things get more settled…
It is certainly a strange concert landscape in these early weeks of 2022, but here at The Key we hope things get more settled…
Ted Leo and Marissa Paternoster will play The Lounge at World Cafe Live next month
It is certainly a strange concert landscape in these early weeks of 2022, but here at The Key we hope things get more settled…
Recordings
Shamir continues to break beyond the gender binary and societal expectations on “Reproductive”
Unconventional pop artist Shamir shared new single “Reproductive” today alongside a lo-fi music video filmed at Front Street’s Boom Room Studio. “Reproductive” is the…
Unconventional pop artist Shamir shared new single “Reproductive” today alongside a lo-fi music video filmed at Front Street’s Boom Room Studio. “Reproductive” is the…
Shamir continues to break beyond the gender binary and societal expectations on “Reproductive”
Unconventional pop artist Shamir shared new single “Reproductive” today alongside a lo-fi music video filmed at Front Street’s Boom Room Studio. “Reproductive” is the…
WXPN Local
RIP Khan Jamal, Philly vibraphonist and composer, gone at 75
A sublime performer and visionary composer, a master of his instrument in a way that shaped music for generations, Philadelphia vibraphone player Khan Jamal…
A sublime performer and visionary composer, a master of his instrument in a way that shaped music for generations, Philadelphia vibraphone player Khan Jamal…
RIP Khan Jamal, Philly vibraphonist and composer, gone at 75
A sublime performer and visionary composer, a master of his instrument in a way that shaped music for generations, Philadelphia vibraphone player Khan Jamal…
Recordings
Lo Moon’s sophomore album ‘A Modern Life’ will be out next month; listen to “Raincoats,” see them at Johnny Brenda’s
Los Angeles modern rock band Lo Moon just announced its return to the scene with a new album called A Modern Life. Out February…
Los Angeles modern rock band Lo Moon just announced its return to the scene with a new album called A Modern Life. Out February…
Lo Moon’s sophomore album ‘A Modern Life’ will be out next month; listen to “Raincoats,” see them at Johnny Brenda’s
Los Angeles modern rock band Lo Moon just announced its return to the scene with a new album called A Modern Life. Out February…
Events
Lord Huron and First Aid Kit will play Riverfront Park in Harrisburg this summer
Harrisburg University is rolling out its annual outdoor concert series in Riverfront Park, and the first show to get announced for 2022 features a…
Harrisburg University is rolling out its annual outdoor concert series in Riverfront Park, and the first show to get announced for 2022 features a…
Lord Huron and First Aid Kit will play Riverfront Park in Harrisburg this summer
Harrisburg University is rolling out its annual outdoor concert series in Riverfront Park, and the first show to get announced for 2022 features a…
Recordings
Fontaines D.C. will bring new album ‘Skinty Fia’ to Underground Arts in April
Post-punk inspired Dubliners Fontaines D.C. made a big impression on the XPN universe two years ago with their sophomore album A Hero’s Death; this…
Post-punk inspired Dubliners Fontaines D.C. made a big impression on the XPN universe two years ago with their sophomore album A Hero’s Death; this…
Fontaines D.C. will bring new album ‘Skinty Fia’ to Underground Arts in April
Post-punk inspired Dubliners Fontaines D.C. made a big impression on the XPN universe two years ago with their sophomore album A Hero’s Death; this…
Events
The War On Drugs, Japanese Breakfast, Nothing, and Tierra Whack will rep Philly at Bonnaroo 2022
The lineup for Bonnaroo 2022 hit the internet this week, and as usual, it’s a spectrum of genres and eras, with a fair amount…
The lineup for Bonnaroo 2022 hit the internet this week, and as usual, it’s a spectrum of genres and eras, with a fair amount…
The War On Drugs, Japanese Breakfast, Nothing, and Tierra Whack will rep Philly at Bonnaroo 2022
The lineup for Bonnaroo 2022 hit the internet this week, and as usual, it’s a spectrum of genres and eras, with a fair amount…
Recordings
Lizdelise frontperson Elizabeth de Lise soundtracks ‘Material Feels’ podcast; listen to “The Ceremony”
Singer-songwriter and guitarist Elizabeth de Lise has always had a lot of creative pursuits going at once. In addition to fronting the arty indie…
Singer-songwriter and guitarist Elizabeth de Lise has always had a lot of creative pursuits going at once. In addition to fronting the arty indie…
Lizdelise frontperson Elizabeth de Lise soundtracks ‘Material Feels’ podcast; listen to “The Ceremony”
Singer-songwriter and guitarist Elizabeth de Lise has always had a lot of creative pursuits going at once. In addition to fronting the arty indie…
Events
Gregor Barnett goes dark on “The First Dead Body I Ever Saw”
When The Menzingers were unable to play shows in 2020 and 2021, co-songwriter and co-frontperson Gregor Barnett filled his downtime by writing a solo…
When The Menzingers were unable to play shows in 2020 and 2021, co-songwriter and co-frontperson Gregor Barnett filled his downtime by writing a solo…
Gregor Barnett goes dark on “The First Dead Body I Ever Saw”
When The Menzingers were unable to play shows in 2020 and 2021, co-songwriter and co-frontperson Gregor Barnett filled his downtime by writing a solo…
Recordings
Tangled Up’s “Infinite Haircut” is a stirring mortality jam
Delaware-rooted, Philly based band Tangled Up is releasing a new EP this winter on Philly punk label Knife Hits Records, and this week they…
Delaware-rooted, Philly based band Tangled Up is releasing a new EP this winter on Philly punk label Knife Hits Records, and this week they…
Tangled Up’s “Infinite Haircut” is a stirring mortality jam
Delaware-rooted, Philly based band Tangled Up is releasing a new EP this winter on Philly punk label Knife Hits Records, and this week they…
Recordings
Empath dives into the fog of memory in new single “Passing Stranger”
West Philly indie-psych four-piece Empath releases their second full-length record, Visitor, next month on Fat Possum Records, and their new single “Passing Stranger” ventures…
West Philly indie-psych four-piece Empath releases their second full-length record, Visitor, next month on Fat Possum Records, and their new single “Passing Stranger” ventures…
Empath dives into the fog of memory in new single “Passing Stranger”
West Philly indie-psych four-piece Empath releases their second full-length record, Visitor, next month on Fat Possum Records, and their new single “Passing Stranger” ventures…
News
Cat Power postpones ‘Covers’ tour till spring
Cat Power is set to release their latest album, Covers, this Friday, featuring frontperson Chan Marshall interpreting a variety of songs by Frank Ocean,…
Cat Power is set to release their latest album, Covers, this Friday, featuring frontperson Chan Marshall interpreting a variety of songs by Frank Ocean,…
Cat Power postpones ‘Covers’ tour till spring
Cat Power is set to release their latest album, Covers, this Friday, featuring frontperson Chan Marshall interpreting a variety of songs by Frank Ocean,…
News
Soul Glo’s new album ‘Diaspora Problems’ comes out in March; listen to “Jump!! (Or Get Jumped!!!)((by the future))”
After joining the roster at Epitaph Records last year, celebrated Philadelphia punk four-piece Soul Glo announced its first full-length record for the label; Diaspora…
After joining the roster at Epitaph Records last year, celebrated Philadelphia punk four-piece Soul Glo announced its first full-length record for the label; Diaspora…
Soul Glo’s new album ‘Diaspora Problems’ comes out in March; listen to “Jump!! (Or Get Jumped!!!)((by the future))”
After joining the roster at Epitaph Records last year, celebrated Philadelphia punk four-piece Soul Glo announced its first full-length record for the label; Diaspora…
Events
Lucius returns with discofied new song “Next To Normal,” Fillmore date in May
Lately we’ve been hearing the voices of Holly Laessig and Jess Wolfe as side players on acclaimed albums — Brandi Carlile’s In These Silent…
Lately we’ve been hearing the voices of Holly Laessig and Jess Wolfe as side players on acclaimed albums — Brandi Carlile’s In These Silent…
Lucius returns with discofied new song “Next To Normal,” Fillmore date in May
Lately we’ve been hearing the voices of Holly Laessig and Jess Wolfe as side players on acclaimed albums — Brandi Carlile’s In These Silent…
Artists
Remembering James Mtume: Performer, composer, and holistic champion of Black music
I’ve never met the late James Mtume and I recently missed an opportunity to interview him about his life and work. About seven months…
I’ve never met the late James Mtume and I recently missed an opportunity to interview him about his life and work. About seven months…
Remembering James Mtume: Performer, composer, and holistic champion of Black music
I’ve never met the late James Mtume and I recently missed an opportunity to interview him about his life and work. About seven months…
Events
The ‘Wild Hearts’ tour will bring Sharon Van Etten, Angel Olsen, and Julien Baker to The Mann this summer
Exciting news today for fans of feeling all the feelings: 2021 collaborators Sharon Van Etten and Angel Olsen are going on tour together this…
Exciting news today for fans of feeling all the feelings: 2021 collaborators Sharon Van Etten and Angel Olsen are going on tour together this…
The ‘Wild Hearts’ tour will bring Sharon Van Etten, Angel Olsen, and Julien Baker to The Mann this summer
Exciting news today for fans of feeling all the feelings: 2021 collaborators Sharon Van Etten and Angel Olsen are going on tour together this…
Recordings
RedTouchBlack premieres new video for “Pick Your Poison” with an all-star hard rock cast
South Philly hard rock comes up north in RedTouchBlack’s new music video for “Pick Your Poison.” Directed by Bob Sweeney, the video shows the…
South Philly hard rock comes up north in RedTouchBlack’s new music video for “Pick Your Poison.” Directed by Bob Sweeney, the video shows the…
RedTouchBlack premieres new video for “Pick Your Poison” with an all-star hard rock cast
South Philly hard rock comes up north in RedTouchBlack’s new music video for “Pick Your Poison.” Directed by Bob Sweeney, the video shows the…
Recordings
Pete Donnelly starts off 2022 with the power-pop sampler EP ‘Anthem of the Time’
Singer-songwriter Pete Donnelly says he’s ringing in the new year with some power-pop goodness. “No subtlety here,” he writes on Bandcamp. “I usually bristle…
Singer-songwriter Pete Donnelly says he’s ringing in the new year with some power-pop goodness. “No subtlety here,” he writes on Bandcamp. “I usually bristle…
Pete Donnelly starts off 2022 with the power-pop sampler EP ‘Anthem of the Time’
Singer-songwriter Pete Donnelly says he’s ringing in the new year with some power-pop goodness. “No subtlety here,” he writes on Bandcamp. “I usually bristle…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out January 7th
After a short holiday break, PRESS PLAY is back to keep you updated on each week’s new releases. Australian indie veteran Angus Stone presents…
After a short holiday break, PRESS PLAY is back to keep you updated on each week’s new releases. Australian indie veteran Angus Stone presents…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out January 7th
After a short holiday break, PRESS PLAY is back to keep you updated on each week’s new releases. Australian indie veteran Angus Stone presents…
Recordings
Rubber and friends will take you on a shopping spree in their “Queen Cash” video
Money money money is the the theme of Philly pop duo Rubber‘s latest single, “Queen Cash,” a vibrant jam where the band and their…
Money money money is the the theme of Philly pop duo Rubber‘s latest single, “Queen Cash,” a vibrant jam where the band and their…
Rubber and friends will take you on a shopping spree in their “Queen Cash” video
Money money money is the the theme of Philly pop duo Rubber‘s latest single, “Queen Cash,” a vibrant jam where the band and their…
Recordings
Listen to Restorations’ interpretation of R.E.M.’s “Radio Free Europe”
It’s been some three years since last we’ve heard from amped-up Philly rockers Restorations, and though their first track back is a cover, it…
It’s been some three years since last we’ve heard from amped-up Philly rockers Restorations, and though their first track back is a cover, it…
Listen to Restorations’ interpretation of R.E.M.’s “Radio Free Europe”
It’s been some three years since last we’ve heard from amped-up Philly rockers Restorations, and though their first track back is a cover, it…
Recordings
Watch Justmadnice’s on-the-fly new video for “Resolution”
Philly singer-songwriter Justmadnice started out 2022 with a pair of delicate new songs and an on-the-fly music video. “Yesterday I met up with the…
Philly singer-songwriter Justmadnice started out 2022 with a pair of delicate new songs and an on-the-fly music video. “Yesterday I met up with the…
Watch Justmadnice’s on-the-fly new video for “Resolution”
Philly singer-songwriter Justmadnice started out 2022 with a pair of delicate new songs and an on-the-fly music video. “Yesterday I met up with the…
Recordings
Father John Misty announces ‘Chloe and the Next 20th Century’ LP, shares decadent “Funny Girl” video
Father John Misty is back, with apocalyptic imagery and cinematic, noir decadence. His new single, “Funny Girl,” is out now with an accompanying accompanying…
Father John Misty is back, with apocalyptic imagery and cinematic, noir decadence. His new single, “Funny Girl,” is out now with an accompanying accompanying…
Father John Misty announces ‘Chloe and the Next 20th Century’ LP, shares decadent “Funny Girl” video
Father John Misty is back, with apocalyptic imagery and cinematic, noir decadence. His new single, “Funny Girl,” is out now with an accompanying accompanying…
Recordings
SASAMI turns rage into melody on new single “Say It”
There’s another single from the upcoming SASAMI record available today, and if you’ve been following the artist up until now, prepare to be pleasantly…
There’s another single from the upcoming SASAMI record available today, and if you’ve been following the artist up until now, prepare to be pleasantly…
SASAMI turns rage into melody on new single “Say It”
There’s another single from the upcoming SASAMI record available today, and if you’ve been following the artist up until now, prepare to be pleasantly…
Recordings
Chill Moody relaunches his #MoodyMondays series with weekly new jams for 2022
“Bars matter,” Philly rapper Chill Moody posted on social media earlier this week, and that’s evident in the latest singles he’s been rolling out…
“Bars matter,” Philly rapper Chill Moody posted on social media earlier this week, and that’s evident in the latest singles he’s been rolling out…
Chill Moody relaunches his #MoodyMondays series with weekly new jams for 2022
“Bars matter,” Philly rapper Chill Moody posted on social media earlier this week, and that’s evident in the latest singles he’s been rolling out…
Recordings
Arthur Thomas and the Funkitorium greet the new year with “Minding My Business”
West Philly party rock favorites Arthur Thomas and The Funkitorium said goodbye to one year and hello to another with “Minding My Business,” a…
West Philly party rock favorites Arthur Thomas and The Funkitorium said goodbye to one year and hello to another with “Minding My Business,” a…
Arthur Thomas and the Funkitorium greet the new year with “Minding My Business”
West Philly party rock favorites Arthur Thomas and The Funkitorium said goodbye to one year and hello to another with “Minding My Business,” a…
Events
Patty Griffin’s 2022 tour brings her to World Cafe Live this month
Legendary folk songwriter Patty Griffin is set to play The Music Hall at World Cafe Live on January 31st. The two-time Grammy Award winning…
Legendary folk songwriter Patty Griffin is set to play The Music Hall at World Cafe Live on January 31st. The two-time Grammy Award winning…
Patty Griffin’s 2022 tour brings her to World Cafe Live this month
Legendary folk songwriter Patty Griffin is set to play The Music Hall at World Cafe Live on January 31st. The two-time Grammy Award winning…
Recordings
V. Shayne Frederick’s new “Return To Paradise” is his most expansive song to date
Pianist and singer-songwriter V. Shayne Frederick has a sound rooted in jazz, soul, and classic balladry, and his latest song finds him stretching his…
Pianist and singer-songwriter V. Shayne Frederick has a sound rooted in jazz, soul, and classic balladry, and his latest song finds him stretching his…
V. Shayne Frederick’s new “Return To Paradise” is his most expansive song to date
Pianist and singer-songwriter V. Shayne Frederick has a sound rooted in jazz, soul, and classic balladry, and his latest song finds him stretching his…
Recordings
Sug Daniels brings her folk solo project and positive energy to CART Music’s session series
Sug Daniels at CART Music Sessions | still from video Sug Daniels, the songwriter behind R&B powerhouse band Hoochi Coochi, performed a live video…
Sug Daniels at CART Music Sessions | still from video Sug Daniels, the songwriter behind R&B powerhouse band Hoochi Coochi, performed a live video…
Sug Daniels brings her folk solo project and positive energy to CART Music’s session series
Sug Daniels at CART Music Sessions | still from video Sug Daniels, the songwriter behind R&B powerhouse band Hoochi Coochi, performed a live video…
Recordings
The Districts embrace personal growth and change on “Outlaw Love”
This winter, Philly indie rockers The Districts will release their fifth album, The Great American Painting, and gave us the latest taste of it…
This winter, Philly indie rockers The Districts will release their fifth album, The Great American Painting, and gave us the latest taste of it…
The Districts embrace personal growth and change on “Outlaw Love”
This winter, Philly indie rockers The Districts will release their fifth album, The Great American Painting, and gave us the latest taste of it…
Recordings
Watch The War on Drugs play “I Don’t Live Here Anymore” on ‘Ellen’
With their fifth LP I Don’t Live Here Anymore topping year-end lists last month, the Philly-rooted rockers The War on Drugs brought the title…
With their fifth LP I Don’t Live Here Anymore topping year-end lists last month, the Philly-rooted rockers The War on Drugs brought the title…
Watch The War on Drugs play “I Don’t Live Here Anymore” on ‘Ellen’
With their fifth LP I Don’t Live Here Anymore topping year-end lists last month, the Philly-rooted rockers The War on Drugs brought the title…
News
Kanaval Ball featuring Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Ram, Boukman Eksperyans and more is postponed to March 20
This weekend’s Philly Kanaval Ball, the capstone event to WXPN’s year-long project Kanaval: Haitian Rhythms & the Music of New Orleans, has been postponed.…
This weekend’s Philly Kanaval Ball, the capstone event to WXPN’s year-long project Kanaval: Haitian Rhythms & the Music of New Orleans, has been postponed.…
Kanaval Ball featuring Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Ram, Boukman Eksperyans and more is postponed to March 20
This weekend’s Philly Kanaval Ball, the capstone event to WXPN’s year-long project Kanaval: Haitian Rhythms & the Music of New Orleans, has been postponed.…
Best of 2021
XPN’s Top 100 Most-Played Songs of 2021
Happy New Year! We spent the first day of 2021 counting down the top 100 most played songs of 2020 all day on XPN.…
Happy New Year! We spent the first day of 2021 counting down the top 100 most played songs of 2020 all day on XPN.…
XPN’s Top 100 Most-Played Songs of 2021
Happy New Year! We spent the first day of 2021 counting down the top 100 most played songs of 2020 all day on XPN.…
News
WXPN Best of 2021: Stories
Show reviews, stats, stories from Philly music history and more — these are the most-read articles on The Key in 2021.
Show reviews, stats, stories from Philly music history and more — these are the most-read articles on The Key in 2021.
WXPN Best of 2021: Stories
Show reviews, stats, stories from Philly music history and more — these are the most-read articles on The Key in 2021.
Best of 2021
WXPN Best of 2021: Video Sessions
Even before concerts came back, video sessions were a way artists and their fans remained connected in 2021. Whether it was a Facebook livestream…
Even before concerts came back, video sessions were a way artists and their fans remained connected in 2021. Whether it was a Facebook livestream…
WXPN Best of 2021: Video Sessions
Even before concerts came back, video sessions were a way artists and their fans remained connected in 2021. Whether it was a Facebook livestream…
Best of 2021
WXPN Best of 2021: Music Photography
If a tree falls in the forest, and there’s no one around to hear it…does it really make a sound? And similarly, if there’s…
If a tree falls in the forest, and there’s no one around to hear it…does it really make a sound? And similarly, if there’s…
WXPN Best of 2021: Music Photography
If a tree falls in the forest, and there’s no one around to hear it…does it really make a sound? And similarly, if there’s…
News
The Districts have cancelled their year-end shows, including NYE at Johnny Brenda’s
Philly rockers The Districts have called off their year-end shows. The band was set to cap 2021 with concerts at Johnny Brenda’s on December…
Philly rockers The Districts have called off their year-end shows. The band was set to cap 2021 with concerts at Johnny Brenda’s on December…
The Districts have cancelled their year-end shows, including NYE at Johnny Brenda’s
Philly rockers The Districts have called off their year-end shows. The band was set to cap 2021 with concerts at Johnny Brenda’s on December…
News
Dr. Dog’s final run of Philly concerts (including NYE) will go on as scheduled
As the Omicron variant of COVID-19 surges across the United States and year-end concerts are cancelled or postponed, the future of Dr. Dog‘s final…
As the Omicron variant of COVID-19 surges across the United States and year-end concerts are cancelled or postponed, the future of Dr. Dog‘s final…
Dr. Dog’s final run of Philly concerts (including NYE) will go on as scheduled
As the Omicron variant of COVID-19 surges across the United States and year-end concerts are cancelled or postponed, the future of Dr. Dog‘s final…
Events
The Gilfillian Brothers postpone their benefit concert at World Cafe Live
Morton-born Nashville-based singer-songwriter Devon Gilfillian was scheduled to play a benefit concert with and for his brother Ryan at World Cafe Live tonight, but…
Morton-born Nashville-based singer-songwriter Devon Gilfillian was scheduled to play a benefit concert with and for his brother Ryan at World Cafe Live tonight, but…
The Gilfillian Brothers postpone their benefit concert at World Cafe Live
Morton-born Nashville-based singer-songwriter Devon Gilfillian was scheduled to play a benefit concert with and for his brother Ryan at World Cafe Live tonight, but…
Events
4 concerts to see this week, including K.T. Tunstall, Devon and Ryan Gilfillian, and more
Before we get into this week’s concert picks, we’d like to take a moment and acknowledge the state of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the…
Before we get into this week’s concert picks, we’d like to take a moment and acknowledge the state of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the…
4 concerts to see this week, including K.T. Tunstall, Devon and Ryan Gilfillian, and more
Before we get into this week’s concert picks, we’d like to take a moment and acknowledge the state of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the…
News
Culture Cypher Radio December Chart: Revisiting the radical and revolutionary music of 2021
It’s a bit strange for me to look back and make an assessment of the past year because it feels like 2020 never really…
It’s a bit strange for me to look back and make an assessment of the past year because it feels like 2020 never really…
Culture Cypher Radio December Chart: Revisiting the radical and revolutionary music of 2021
It’s a bit strange for me to look back and make an assessment of the past year because it feels like 2020 never really…
Events
Eric Bazilian shares old faves and new collabs with Alexis Cunningham and Danny Black at Free at Noon
Veteran Philly singer-songwriter Eric Bazilian of The Hooters took the stage at Free at Noon today with two friends. He and guitarist Danny Black…
Veteran Philly singer-songwriter Eric Bazilian of The Hooters took the stage at Free at Noon today with two friends. He and guitarist Danny Black…
Eric Bazilian shares old faves and new collabs with Alexis Cunningham and Danny Black at Free at Noon
Veteran Philly singer-songwriter Eric Bazilian of The Hooters took the stage at Free at Noon today with two friends. He and guitarist Danny Black…
WXPN Local
The Skeleton Key: End the year right with Cakes Da Killa, two 24-hour Christmas radio marathons, new releases from Rid of Me and Chuck van Zyl, and so many NYE shows
It’s my last Skeleton Key of the year and the one thing I can say is that 2021 was a weird time to be…
It’s my last Skeleton Key of the year and the one thing I can say is that 2021 was a weird time to be…
The Skeleton Key: End the year right with Cakes Da Killa, two 24-hour Christmas radio marathons, new releases from Rid of Me and Chuck van Zyl, and so many NYE shows
It’s my last Skeleton Key of the year and the one thing I can say is that 2021 was a weird time to be…
Recordings
The Key Studio Sessions: Kuf Knotz and Christine Elise
Welcome to the Key Studio Sessions three-timers club, Kuf Knotz! For his latest appearance on our long-running series documenting the Philly music scene, the…
Welcome to the Key Studio Sessions three-timers club, Kuf Knotz! For his latest appearance on our long-running series documenting the Philly music scene, the…
The Key Studio Sessions: Kuf Knotz and Christine Elise
Welcome to the Key Studio Sessions three-timers club, Kuf Knotz! For his latest appearance on our long-running series documenting the Philly music scene, the…
Recordings
Watch Reef the Lost Cauze play ‘IZ Alive’ — LIVE!
One thing that can be a drag about writing best-of-your-music-scene rundowns like the one we published earlier this week? Records we love invariably and…
One thing that can be a drag about writing best-of-your-music-scene rundowns like the one we published earlier this week? Records we love invariably and…
Watch Reef the Lost Cauze play ‘IZ Alive’ — LIVE!
One thing that can be a drag about writing best-of-your-music-scene rundowns like the one we published earlier this week? Records we love invariably and…
News
DJs Michael Brun and Win Butler will join Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Ram, and Boukman Eksperyans at Kanaval Ball
WXPN’s year-long project Kanaval: Haitian Rhthms and the Music of New Orleans concludes on January 9th with Philly’s first Kanaval Ball, a free event…
WXPN’s year-long project Kanaval: Haitian Rhthms and the Music of New Orleans concludes on January 9th with Philly’s first Kanaval Ball, a free event…
DJs Michael Brun and Win Butler will join Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Ram, and Boukman Eksperyans at Kanaval Ball
WXPN’s year-long project Kanaval: Haitian Rhthms and the Music of New Orleans concludes on January 9th with Philly’s first Kanaval Ball, a free event…
Events
WXPN Best of 2021: Philly
Did anyone believe we’d be back to “normal” by 2021? If anything, this year was even more unpredictable than the last. For a brief…
Did anyone believe we’d be back to “normal” by 2021? If anything, this year was even more unpredictable than the last. For a brief…
WXPN Best of 2021: Philly
Did anyone believe we’d be back to “normal” by 2021? If anything, this year was even more unpredictable than the last. For a brief…
Events
Philly’s music workers union is hosting a gear drive to support Beyond the Bars and incarcerated musicians
UPDATE: UMAW Philly has extended its instrument drive to January 25th. ‘Tis the season for…the Philadelphia music community to organize for the greater good.…
UPDATE: UMAW Philly has extended its instrument drive to January 25th. ‘Tis the season for…the Philadelphia music community to organize for the greater good.…
Philly’s music workers union is hosting a gear drive to support Beyond the Bars and incarcerated musicians
UPDATE: UMAW Philly has extended its instrument drive to January 25th. ‘Tis the season for…the Philadelphia music community to organize for the greater good.…
News
Bonnie Raitt will play The Mann in June with Lucinda Williams
Singer-songwriter icon Bonnie Raitt is touring in 2022, her first time on the road in five years. The spring run of dates in support…
Singer-songwriter icon Bonnie Raitt is touring in 2022, her first time on the road in five years. The spring run of dates in support…
Bonnie Raitt will play The Mann in June with Lucinda Williams
Singer-songwriter icon Bonnie Raitt is touring in 2022, her first time on the road in five years. The spring run of dates in support…
Recordings
Tierra Whack embraces genre-fluidity on “Body Of Water”
Philly visionary Tierra Whack just released a stellar pair of EPs called Pop? and Rap?, those titles with the question marks alluding to the…
Philly visionary Tierra Whack just released a stellar pair of EPs called Pop? and Rap?, those titles with the question marks alluding to the…
Tierra Whack embraces genre-fluidity on “Body Of Water”
Philly visionary Tierra Whack just released a stellar pair of EPs called Pop? and Rap?, those titles with the question marks alluding to the…
Recordings
emospacebird. shows off their full-band prowess on Cart Sessions
Singer-songwriter multi-instrumentalist Erin Dillard has been making vibey music under the name emospacebird. for the past couple years she’s lived in Philly, performing as…
Singer-songwriter multi-instrumentalist Erin Dillard has been making vibey music under the name emospacebird. for the past couple years she’s lived in Philly, performing as…
emospacebird. shows off their full-band prowess on Cart Sessions
Singer-songwriter multi-instrumentalist Erin Dillard has been making vibey music under the name emospacebird. for the past couple years she’s lived in Philly, performing as…
Recordings
Watch Harmony Woods play ‘Graceful Rage’ and more at Audiotree
Philly’s Harmony Woods released their stellar third LP Graceful Rage back in March — read Regina Schleip’s great interview with frontperson Sofia Verbilla here…
Philly’s Harmony Woods released their stellar third LP Graceful Rage back in March — read Regina Schleip’s great interview with frontperson Sofia Verbilla here…
Watch Harmony Woods play ‘Graceful Rage’ and more at Audiotree
Philly’s Harmony Woods released their stellar third LP Graceful Rage back in March — read Regina Schleip’s great interview with frontperson Sofia Verbilla here…
Events
Iron & Wine and Andrew Bird will play SteelStacks in July
It’ll be a terrific double-bill of singer-songwriters who made their name in the aughts when Iron & Wine and Andrew Bird hit the road…
It’ll be a terrific double-bill of singer-songwriters who made their name in the aughts when Iron & Wine and Andrew Bird hit the road…
Iron & Wine and Andrew Bird will play SteelStacks in July
It’ll be a terrific double-bill of singer-songwriters who made their name in the aughts when Iron & Wine and Andrew Bird hit the road…
WXPN Local
Rahsaan Lucas talks about the journey of AFROTAINO on 25 O’Clock
We met Philly promoter, DJ and tastemaker Rahsaan Lucas through his company AFROTAINO Productions, and their stellar series of events like Nuevofest, the Latin…
We met Philly promoter, DJ and tastemaker Rahsaan Lucas through his company AFROTAINO Productions, and their stellar series of events like Nuevofest, the Latin…
Rahsaan Lucas talks about the journey of AFROTAINO on 25 O’Clock
We met Philly promoter, DJ and tastemaker Rahsaan Lucas through his company AFROTAINO Productions, and their stellar series of events like Nuevofest, the Latin…
Events
Stars brings an emotional rush to their World Cafe Live show
Evolution is a word that gets tossed around a lot in the world of contemporary music.Evolution of the musicians.Evolution of the business.Evolution of how…
Evolution is a word that gets tossed around a lot in the world of contemporary music.Evolution of the musicians.Evolution of the business.Evolution of how…
Stars brings an emotional rush to their World Cafe Live show
Evolution is a word that gets tossed around a lot in the world of contemporary music.Evolution of the musicians.Evolution of the business.Evolution of how…
Recordings
Producer / songwriter Samryebread shines on new track “Softie”
As Samryebread, producer / engineer about-town Sam Rosen channels their own visionary sound for fans of shoegaze and all genres of electronic music. Last…
As Samryebread, producer / engineer about-town Sam Rosen channels their own visionary sound for fans of shoegaze and all genres of electronic music. Last…
Producer / songwriter Samryebread shines on new track “Softie”
As Samryebread, producer / engineer about-town Sam Rosen channels their own visionary sound for fans of shoegaze and all genres of electronic music. Last…
Events
The Mavericks bring ‘En Español’ and holiday cheer to Free at Noon
Before heading up to The Keswick Theater in Glenside, The Mavericks took the stage to a sold out Music Hall at World Cafe Live…
Before heading up to The Keswick Theater in Glenside, The Mavericks took the stage to a sold out Music Hall at World Cafe Live…
The Mavericks bring ‘En Español’ and holiday cheer to Free at Noon
Before heading up to The Keswick Theater in Glenside, The Mavericks took the stage to a sold out Music Hall at World Cafe Live…
Events
Brittney Spencer showcased her range at Free at Noon
Brittney Spencer‘s Free At Noon performance started off with a high-energy Ramones-style drumstick countoff into a high-energy honkey tonk, into a gentle melodic verse…
Brittney Spencer‘s Free At Noon performance started off with a high-energy Ramones-style drumstick countoff into a high-energy honkey tonk, into a gentle melodic verse…
Brittney Spencer showcased her range at Free at Noon
Brittney Spencer‘s Free At Noon performance started off with a high-energy Ramones-style drumstick countoff into a high-energy honkey tonk, into a gentle melodic verse…
Recordings
Kayleigh Goldsworthy releases two powerful new songs with producer Will Yip; watch video for “Overambitious”
2020 brought touring regular Kayleigh Goldsworthy back home for the first time since forming her own band over a decade ago, and she used…
2020 brought touring regular Kayleigh Goldsworthy back home for the first time since forming her own band over a decade ago, and she used…
Kayleigh Goldsworthy releases two powerful new songs with producer Will Yip; watch video for “Overambitious”
2020 brought touring regular Kayleigh Goldsworthy back home for the first time since forming her own band over a decade ago, and she used…
Events
11 concerts to see this week, including Chicano Batman, Full Bush, Taylor Kelly, Eric Slick and more
Album releases and victory laps, shows in Philly and shows in Central PA, groove-minded psychedelic rock and punchy pop — we’ve got a solid…
Album releases and victory laps, shows in Philly and shows in Central PA, groove-minded psychedelic rock and punchy pop — we’ve got a solid…
11 concerts to see this week, including Chicano Batman, Full Bush, Taylor Kelly, Eric Slick and more
Album releases and victory laps, shows in Philly and shows in Central PA, groove-minded psychedelic rock and punchy pop — we’ve got a solid…
Artists
Indie Rock Hit Parade Live Session: Shilpa Ray (2021)
Joining us in the studio for this Indie Rock Hit Parade live session is an artist who’s been a longtime friend and favorite of…
Joining us in the studio for this Indie Rock Hit Parade live session is an artist who’s been a longtime friend and favorite of…
Indie Rock Hit Parade Live Session: Shilpa Ray (2021)
Joining us in the studio for this Indie Rock Hit Parade live session is an artist who’s been a longtime friend and favorite of…
Artists
Indie Rock Hit Parade Live Session: Squid
Joining us in the studio for this Indie Rock Hit Parade live session is a group whose new album is one of 2021’s…
Joining us in the studio for this Indie Rock Hit Parade live session is a group whose new album is one of 2021’s…
Indie Rock Hit Parade Live Session: Squid
Joining us in the studio for this Indie Rock Hit Parade live session is a group whose new album is one of 2021’s…
News
‘Get Back’ gives fans something more to love about The Beatles fifty years later
With The Beatles coming in at the top of WXPN’s listener-voted All Time Greatest Albums countdown with their classic Abbey Road, it gives us…
With The Beatles coming in at the top of WXPN’s listener-voted All Time Greatest Albums countdown with their classic Abbey Road, it gives us…
‘Get Back’ gives fans something more to love about The Beatles fifty years later
With The Beatles coming in at the top of WXPN’s listener-voted All Time Greatest Albums countdown with their classic Abbey Road, it gives us…
2021
#XPN2021: The Philly Factor
Being the huge Philly music advocates we are here at The Key, of course we’re going to look at the 2,021 All-Time Greatest Albums…
Being the huge Philly music advocates we are here at The Key, of course we’re going to look at the 2,021 All-Time Greatest Albums…
#XPN2021: The Philly Factor
Being the huge Philly music advocates we are here at The Key, of course we’re going to look at the 2,021 All-Time Greatest Albums…
Events
Pissed Jeans and Bill Nace join the lineup for Kurt Vile’s Anchor Rock Club show next month
Kurt Vile’s Anchor Rock date just got a little more interesting. While seeing the Philly indie rock hero in the small Atlantic City room…
Kurt Vile’s Anchor Rock date just got a little more interesting. While seeing the Philly indie rock hero in the small Atlantic City room…
Pissed Jeans and Bill Nace join the lineup for Kurt Vile’s Anchor Rock Club show next month
Kurt Vile’s Anchor Rock date just got a little more interesting. While seeing the Philly indie rock hero in the small Atlantic City room…
Events
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Erykah Badu’s ‘Baduizm’ with Omar’s Hat, XPN Local, and World Cafe Live
This February, XPN Local and World Cafe Live are once again teaming up for an all-Philly tribute to an iconic album, and this time…
This February, XPN Local and World Cafe Live are once again teaming up for an all-Philly tribute to an iconic album, and this time…
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Erykah Badu’s ‘Baduizm’ with Omar’s Hat, XPN Local, and World Cafe Live
This February, XPN Local and World Cafe Live are once again teaming up for an all-Philly tribute to an iconic album, and this time…
Best of 2021
WXPN Best of 2021: Songs
Anticipation to frustration, dreams to dread, we experienced a full range of emotional states these past twelve months, and the songs that reflect them…
Anticipation to frustration, dreams to dread, we experienced a full range of emotional states these past twelve months, and the songs that reflect them…
WXPN Best of 2021: Songs
Anticipation to frustration, dreams to dread, we experienced a full range of emotional states these past twelve months, and the songs that reflect them…
News
7 concerts to see this week, including Hiss Golden Messenger, Deer Scout and more
All things musical tend to wind down towards the end of the year, and concerts are no exception. Or maybe we’re so wrapped up…
All things musical tend to wind down towards the end of the year, and concerts are no exception. Or maybe we’re so wrapped up…
7 concerts to see this week, including Hiss Golden Messenger, Deer Scout and more
All things musical tend to wind down towards the end of the year, and concerts are no exception. Or maybe we’re so wrapped up…
Events
HAIM announces 2022 tour; playing The Mann in May with Sasami
California family band HAIM is hitting the road in 2022 in support of Women In Music Pt. III, their acclaimed third studio album released…
California family band HAIM is hitting the road in 2022 in support of Women In Music Pt. III, their acclaimed third studio album released…
HAIM announces 2022 tour; playing The Mann in May with Sasami
California family band HAIM is hitting the road in 2022 in support of Women In Music Pt. III, their acclaimed third studio album released…
Events
Cheers Elephant talks reuniting, slide guitar-jamming, and playlist-making in XPN Local Guest DJ set
Philly-born rockers Cheers Elephant are back, baby. These four garage-psych-inspired fellas burned bright in the late aughties and early 20-teens, then took a hiatus…
Philly-born rockers Cheers Elephant are back, baby. These four garage-psych-inspired fellas burned bright in the late aughties and early 20-teens, then took a hiatus…
Cheers Elephant talks reuniting, slide guitar-jamming, and playlist-making in XPN Local Guest DJ set
Philly-born rockers Cheers Elephant are back, baby. These four garage-psych-inspired fellas burned bright in the late aughties and early 20-teens, then took a hiatus…
Recordings
The Key Studio Sessions: Lady HD
On his 30th birthday this summer, Ciaran Wall played Sunflower Philly with Lady HD, the band he was bringing back onto the scene in…
On his 30th birthday this summer, Ciaran Wall played Sunflower Philly with Lady HD, the band he was bringing back onto the scene in…
The Key Studio Sessions: Lady HD
On his 30th birthday this summer, Ciaran Wall played Sunflower Philly with Lady HD, the band he was bringing back onto the scene in…
2021
Follow the #XPN2021 All-Time Greatest Albums countdown on Spotify
The 2021 Countdown at WXPN is under way, and this year, we’re ranking the 2,021 All-Time Greatest Albums, as chosen by the XPN Listening…
The 2021 Countdown at WXPN is under way, and this year, we’re ranking the 2,021 All-Time Greatest Albums, as chosen by the XPN Listening…
Follow the #XPN2021 All-Time Greatest Albums countdown on Spotify
The 2021 Countdown at WXPN is under way, and this year, we’re ranking the 2,021 All-Time Greatest Albums, as chosen by the XPN Listening…
News
Ceramic Animal signs to Easy Eye Sound, announces Dan Auerbach-produced album, shares title track “Sweet Unknown”
Doylestown sweethearts Ceramic Animal announced today their upcoming album Sweet Unknown out on March 4th. With the announcement comes the record’s first single, title…
Doylestown sweethearts Ceramic Animal announced today their upcoming album Sweet Unknown out on March 4th. With the announcement comes the record’s first single, title…
Ceramic Animal signs to Easy Eye Sound, announces Dan Auerbach-produced album, shares title track “Sweet Unknown”
Doylestown sweethearts Ceramic Animal announced today their upcoming album Sweet Unknown out on March 4th. With the announcement comes the record’s first single, title…
WXPN Local
The Skeleton Key: Warm up this December with heavy metal, Hasidic hip hop, new noise rock, and “Eraserhead” in the Eraserhood
Hello Philadelphia! Welcome to the first December edition of The Skeleton Key, your bi-monthly column about all the things happening in our fair city.…
Hello Philadelphia! Welcome to the first December edition of The Skeleton Key, your bi-monthly column about all the things happening in our fair city.…
The Skeleton Key: Warm up this December with heavy metal, Hasidic hip hop, new noise rock, and “Eraserhead” in the Eraserhood
Hello Philadelphia! Welcome to the first December edition of The Skeleton Key, your bi-monthly column about all the things happening in our fair city.…
Artist To Watch
Geese | WXPN Artist To Watch – December 2021
Not to be confused with the jam band Goose. Geese recently released its debut album, Projector.
Not to be confused with the jam band Goose. Geese recently released its debut album, Projector.
Geese | WXPN Artist To Watch – December 2021
Not to be confused with the jam band Goose. Geese recently released its debut album, Projector.
Events
Amanda Blank channels her inner Amy Winehouse in “Love You Again”
Philly native Amanda Blank is back with the latest single from her much-anticipated new project The Ruiner, which she’s been gradually rolling out since…
Philly native Amanda Blank is back with the latest single from her much-anticipated new project The Ruiner, which she’s been gradually rolling out since…
Amanda Blank channels her inner Amy Winehouse in “Love You Again”
Philly native Amanda Blank is back with the latest single from her much-anticipated new project The Ruiner, which she’s been gradually rolling out since…
News
Number One Lovers forge an unholy alliance in the “Livin'” video
Philly indie rockers The Vernes packed the house at Johnny Brenda’s a couple weekends ago, but most of their primary players are also making…
Philly indie rockers The Vernes packed the house at Johnny Brenda’s a couple weekends ago, but most of their primary players are also making…
Number One Lovers forge an unholy alliance in the “Livin'” video
Philly indie rockers The Vernes packed the house at Johnny Brenda’s a couple weekends ago, but most of their primary players are also making…
News
Marissa Paternoster wanders the fog of loss in the new “Black Hole” video
Screaming Females frontperson Marissa Paternoster is releasing her first solo album under her own name this Friday, December 3rd, when Peace Meter comes out…
Screaming Females frontperson Marissa Paternoster is releasing her first solo album under her own name this Friday, December 3rd, when Peace Meter comes out…
Marissa Paternoster wanders the fog of loss in the new “Black Hole” video
Screaming Females frontperson Marissa Paternoster is releasing her first solo album under her own name this Friday, December 3rd, when Peace Meter comes out…
Recordings
Pouty gives a candid look at indie rock motherhood in new music video “Bambina”
For Philly native Rachel Gagliardi, punk rock and parenthood are not mutually exclusive. The latest single from her project Pouty — which, in the…
For Philly native Rachel Gagliardi, punk rock and parenthood are not mutually exclusive. The latest single from her project Pouty — which, in the…
Pouty gives a candid look at indie rock motherhood in new music video “Bambina”
For Philly native Rachel Gagliardi, punk rock and parenthood are not mutually exclusive. The latest single from her project Pouty — which, in the…
Events
Photos: Caroline Polachek at Union Transfer
Indie pop singer-songwriter Caroline Polachek brought her enchanting, theatrical live show to Union Trasnfer last night to play for a sold-out crowd of Philly…
Indie pop singer-songwriter Caroline Polachek brought her enchanting, theatrical live show to Union Trasnfer last night to play for a sold-out crowd of Philly…
Photos: Caroline Polachek at Union Transfer
Indie pop singer-songwriter Caroline Polachek brought her enchanting, theatrical live show to Union Trasnfer last night to play for a sold-out crowd of Philly…
Events
Inside The Garden’s sold-out spectacle at Union Transfer
Orange County, California duo The Garden rocked a sold out show at Union transfer Sunday night, and fans came prepared. Patrons flocked to the…
Orange County, California duo The Garden rocked a sold out show at Union transfer Sunday night, and fans came prepared. Patrons flocked to the…
Inside The Garden’s sold-out spectacle at Union Transfer
Orange County, California duo The Garden rocked a sold out show at Union transfer Sunday night, and fans came prepared. Patrons flocked to the…
Events
Foo Fighters will play Lincoln Financial Field in 2022
This just in: veteran modern rockers Foo Fighters are going on a 2022 North American tour in the spring and summer, and as part…
This just in: veteran modern rockers Foo Fighters are going on a 2022 North American tour in the spring and summer, and as part…
Foo Fighters will play Lincoln Financial Field in 2022
This just in: veteran modern rockers Foo Fighters are going on a 2022 North American tour in the spring and summer, and as part…
Recordings
Trek to the midwest and back in Chestnut Grove’s new video for “Newspaper Hats”
When the great reopening of the live music scene happened in the summer of 2021, Philly regional roots rockers Chestnut Grove wasted no time…
When the great reopening of the live music scene happened in the summer of 2021, Philly regional roots rockers Chestnut Grove wasted no time…
Trek to the midwest and back in Chestnut Grove’s new video for “Newspaper Hats”
When the great reopening of the live music scene happened in the summer of 2021, Philly regional roots rockers Chestnut Grove wasted no time…
Best of 2021
WXPN Best of 2021: Albums
Here at XPN, the common thread among the albums we were excited about in 2021 is uncommonality. When the on-air and digital staff was…
Here at XPN, the common thread among the albums we were excited about in 2021 is uncommonality. When the on-air and digital staff was…
WXPN Best of 2021: Albums
Here at XPN, the common thread among the albums we were excited about in 2021 is uncommonality. When the on-air and digital staff was…
Events
Nothing and Mannequin Pussy will ring in 2022 at Franklin Music Hall to benefit Prevention Point
Finally: a New Year’s Eve show for the punks. While there’s no shortage of awesome music-related parties for Philly to ring in 2022, there…
Finally: a New Year’s Eve show for the punks. While there’s no shortage of awesome music-related parties for Philly to ring in 2022, there…
Nothing and Mannequin Pussy will ring in 2022 at Franklin Music Hall to benefit Prevention Point
Finally: a New Year’s Eve show for the punks. While there’s no shortage of awesome music-related parties for Philly to ring in 2022, there…
Events
21 concerts to see this week including Bob Dylan, CHVRCHES, Tasha, Cheers Elephant and more
We hope you got a lot of rest this holiday weekend, since December’s concert calendar is about to open in a big way. There…
We hope you got a lot of rest this holiday weekend, since December’s concert calendar is about to open in a big way. There…
21 concerts to see this week including Bob Dylan, CHVRCHES, Tasha, Cheers Elephant and more
We hope you got a lot of rest this holiday weekend, since December’s concert calendar is about to open in a big way. There…
Events
Ron Gallo plays a high-energy homecoming set for a holiday weekend Free at Noon
It’s always good to see Ron Gallo take the stage in his hometown, and when it’s in front of a full house at World…
It’s always good to see Ron Gallo take the stage in his hometown, and when it’s in front of a full house at World…
Ron Gallo plays a high-energy homecoming set for a holiday weekend Free at Noon
It’s always good to see Ron Gallo take the stage in his hometown, and when it’s in front of a full house at World…
Artists
Indie Rock Hit Parade Live Session: Renée Reed
Joining us for this Indie Rock Hit Parade live session is an artist whose debut album is one of 2021’s best. Hailing from Lafayette,…
Joining us for this Indie Rock Hit Parade live session is an artist whose debut album is one of 2021’s best. Hailing from Lafayette,…
Indie Rock Hit Parade Live Session: Renée Reed
Joining us for this Indie Rock Hit Parade live session is an artist whose debut album is one of 2021’s best. Hailing from Lafayette,…
Artists
Indie Rock Hit Parade Live Session: Shannon & the Clams
Joining us for this Indie Rock Hit Parade live session is a group whose just-before Halloween visit to our studio was extremely on-the-nose. Oakland’s…
Joining us for this Indie Rock Hit Parade live session is a group whose just-before Halloween visit to our studio was extremely on-the-nose. Oakland’s…
Indie Rock Hit Parade Live Session: Shannon & the Clams
Joining us for this Indie Rock Hit Parade live session is a group whose just-before Halloween visit to our studio was extremely on-the-nose. Oakland’s…
Events
Strand of Oaks on the sacred space of the studio, the ecstasy of live music, and the making of ‘In Heaven’
There are some for whom live shows are simply an extension of their recorded music, an add-on, an exercise they participate in which allows…
There are some for whom live shows are simply an extension of their recorded music, an add-on, an exercise they participate in which allows…
Strand of Oaks on the sacred space of the studio, the ecstasy of live music, and the making of ‘In Heaven’
There are some for whom live shows are simply an extension of their recorded music, an add-on, an exercise they participate in which allows…
Artists
Lost and Found: A conversation with Reef the Lost Cauze
About 10 years ago, Sharif Lacey — better known as Reef the Lost Cauze — was ready to hang it up. After fits and…
About 10 years ago, Sharif Lacey — better known as Reef the Lost Cauze — was ready to hang it up. After fits and…
Lost and Found: A conversation with Reef the Lost Cauze
About 10 years ago, Sharif Lacey — better known as Reef the Lost Cauze — was ready to hang it up. After fits and…
News
Culture Cypher Radio November Chart: A mirror to 50 years of hip-hop with Wu-Tang Clan, Junglepussy, Curly Castro and more
Part of what made and makes hip-hop culture so radical is that it considers, reevaluates, and recontextualizes everything. Whether it’s Jazzy Jay playing records…
Part of what made and makes hip-hop culture so radical is that it considers, reevaluates, and recontextualizes everything. Whether it’s Jazzy Jay playing records…
Culture Cypher Radio November Chart: A mirror to 50 years of hip-hop with Wu-Tang Clan, Junglepussy, Curly Castro and more
Part of what made and makes hip-hop culture so radical is that it considers, reevaluates, and recontextualizes everything. Whether it’s Jazzy Jay playing records…
News
Dinosaur Jr. packs Union Transfer with a sweaty, happy mess of fans
The Union Transfer stage was a little crowded Thursday night for the sold-out Dinosaur Jr. show. Three drum sets, a full stack, half stack…
The Union Transfer stage was a little crowded Thursday night for the sold-out Dinosaur Jr. show. Three drum sets, a full stack, half stack…
Dinosaur Jr. packs Union Transfer with a sweaty, happy mess of fans
The Union Transfer stage was a little crowded Thursday night for the sold-out Dinosaur Jr. show. Three drum sets, a full stack, half stack…
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Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, and GZA bring a night of hip-hop classics to Franklin Music Hall
During an interview on Drink Champs’ Podcast, veteran hip hop artist N.O.R.E. told his guests Raekwon and Ghostface Killah a story about Loud Records…
During an interview on Drink Champs’ Podcast, veteran hip hop artist N.O.R.E. told his guests Raekwon and Ghostface Killah a story about Loud Records…
Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, and GZA bring a night of hip-hop classics to Franklin Music Hall
During an interview on Drink Champs’ Podcast, veteran hip hop artist N.O.R.E. told his guests Raekwon and Ghostface Killah a story about Loud Records…
Artists
Checking in with Philly prodigal son Nick Cianci
It’s not unusual to feel the most at home in the city that you grew up with instead of the one you currently live…
It’s not unusual to feel the most at home in the city that you grew up with instead of the one you currently live…
Checking in with Philly prodigal son Nick Cianci
It’s not unusual to feel the most at home in the city that you grew up with instead of the one you currently live…
News
XPN’s Holiday Programming Schedule for 2021
WXPN has the soundtrack to your holiday season. Wherever and however you celebrate, we’ve got a festive programming schedule which you can check out…
WXPN has the soundtrack to your holiday season. Wherever and however you celebrate, we’ve got a festive programming schedule which you can check out…
XPN’s Holiday Programming Schedule for 2021
WXPN has the soundtrack to your holiday season. Wherever and however you celebrate, we’ve got a festive programming schedule which you can check out…
Events
The XPN Home for the Holidays livestream celebrates the season with Strand of Oaks, Carsie Blanton, Queen of Jeans and more
As the 2021 calendar winds down, WXPN is preparing to celebrate the holiday season with a slate of special programming, and a cornerstone of…
As the 2021 calendar winds down, WXPN is preparing to celebrate the holiday season with a slate of special programming, and a cornerstone of…
The XPN Home for the Holidays livestream celebrates the season with Strand of Oaks, Carsie Blanton, Queen of Jeans and more
As the 2021 calendar winds down, WXPN is preparing to celebrate the holiday season with a slate of special programming, and a cornerstone of…
News
PRESS PLAY Holiday 2021 Special – Merry PRESSmas!
To coincide with the launch of our Jingle Jams stream (and the general holiday season), please enjoy this special edition of PRESS PLAY, highlighting…
To coincide with the launch of our Jingle Jams stream (and the general holiday season), please enjoy this special edition of PRESS PLAY, highlighting…
PRESS PLAY Holiday 2021 Special – Merry PRESSmas!
To coincide with the launch of our Jingle Jams stream (and the general holiday season), please enjoy this special edition of PRESS PLAY, highlighting…
Events
Houndmouth return to Free At Noon to promote new album <i>Good For You</i>
Indie rockers Houndmouth filled the floor in front of the World Cafe stage this afternoon for their second performance at XPN’s Free At Noon.…
Indie rockers Houndmouth filled the floor in front of the World Cafe stage this afternoon for their second performance at XPN’s Free At Noon.…
Houndmouth return to Free At Noon to promote new album <i>Good For You</i>
Indie rockers Houndmouth filled the floor in front of the World Cafe stage this afternoon for their second performance at XPN’s Free At Noon.…
Events
R&B singers Saleka and Jacqueline Constance create a night of jazzy rhythms and soulful blues at World Cafe Live
The last show I saw at World Cafe Live was to see singer Raveena in 2019, right before Covid-19 hit and changed what we…
The last show I saw at World Cafe Live was to see singer Raveena in 2019, right before Covid-19 hit and changed what we…
R&B singers Saleka and Jacqueline Constance create a night of jazzy rhythms and soulful blues at World Cafe Live
The last show I saw at World Cafe Live was to see singer Raveena in 2019, right before Covid-19 hit and changed what we…
Artists
A conversation with Dan Campbell, storyteller, about his new album ‘Other People’s Lives’
Storytelling has always been a huge part of every project that Dan Campbell has worked on, from The Wonder Years to Aaron West and…
Storytelling has always been a huge part of every project that Dan Campbell has worked on, from The Wonder Years to Aaron West and…
A conversation with Dan Campbell, storyteller, about his new album ‘Other People’s Lives’
Storytelling has always been a huge part of every project that Dan Campbell has worked on, from The Wonder Years to Aaron West and…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out November 19th!
Adele‘s new album is out this week. That’s what you’re here for, right? Well lucky you there are plenty of other stellar new releases…
Adele‘s new album is out this week. That’s what you’re here for, right? Well lucky you there are plenty of other stellar new releases…
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out November 19th!
Adele‘s new album is out this week. That’s what you’re here for, right? Well lucky you there are plenty of other stellar new releases…
Events
Exploring the solo songwriting of Big Thief’s Adrianne Lenker and Buck Meek at Johnny Brenda’s and Arden Gild Hall
Indie powerhouse Big Thief has been steadily producing albums to a growing cult following since 2016. With four full-lengths already under their belt —…
Indie powerhouse Big Thief has been steadily producing albums to a growing cult following since 2016. With four full-lengths already under their belt —…
Exploring the solo songwriting of Big Thief’s Adrianne Lenker and Buck Meek at Johnny Brenda’s and Arden Gild Hall
Indie powerhouse Big Thief has been steadily producing albums to a growing cult following since 2016. With four full-lengths already under their belt —…
Recordings
Watch Anika Pyle showcase ‘Wild River,’ cover Kasey Musgraves, and share new music on Left Of The Dial live
When singer-songwriter Anika Pyle played a sold-out run of shows with Laura Stevenson this fall, she brought a dream lineup of bandmates for the…
When singer-songwriter Anika Pyle played a sold-out run of shows with Laura Stevenson this fall, she brought a dream lineup of bandmates for the…
Watch Anika Pyle showcase ‘Wild River,’ cover Kasey Musgraves, and share new music on Left Of The Dial live
When singer-songwriter Anika Pyle played a sold-out run of shows with Laura Stevenson this fall, she brought a dream lineup of bandmates for the…
News
Kingsley Ibeneche will curate World Cafe Live’s first Mixtape residency ft. Ivy Sole, Khemist, Blu3 W3rd and more
With the new year, World Cafe Live is bringing a new feature into their programming calendar: the seasonal Mixtape residency, where the venue is…
With the new year, World Cafe Live is bringing a new feature into their programming calendar: the seasonal Mixtape residency, where the venue is…
Kingsley Ibeneche will curate World Cafe Live’s first Mixtape residency ft. Ivy Sole, Khemist, Blu3 W3rd and more
With the new year, World Cafe Live is bringing a new feature into their programming calendar: the seasonal Mixtape residency, where the venue is…
Events
Reef the Lost Cauze navigates the rough road of mental health in his new single and video “Unstable”
Over a muted shot of the Delaware River looking across at the Jersey shoreline, the new Reef the Lost Cauze video opens on a…
Over a muted shot of the Delaware River looking across at the Jersey shoreline, the new Reef the Lost Cauze video opens on a…
Reef the Lost Cauze navigates the rough road of mental health in his new single and video “Unstable”
Over a muted shot of the Delaware River looking across at the Jersey shoreline, the new Reef the Lost Cauze video opens on a…
News
The official ‘John’s Dollar Bin’ guide to the best discount record shops in Philly
“From the time I was a kid, music was it,” says John Stanley. “Whatever has been thrown my way in life, music will always…
“From the time I was a kid, music was it,” says John Stanley. “Whatever has been thrown my way in life, music will always…
The official ‘John’s Dollar Bin’ guide to the best discount record shops in Philly
“From the time I was a kid, music was it,” says John Stanley. “Whatever has been thrown my way in life, music will always…
Events
Eric Slick announces tour dates for 2020’s ‘Wiseacre’ with hometown show at Johnny Brenda’s
Dr. Dog may be coming to an end, but their drummer Eric Slick is just getting started. The singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist is touring now…
Dr. Dog may be coming to an end, but their drummer Eric Slick is just getting started. The singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist is touring now…
Eric Slick announces tour dates for 2020’s ‘Wiseacre’ with hometown show at Johnny Brenda’s
Dr. Dog may be coming to an end, but their drummer Eric Slick is just getting started. The singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist is touring now…
Events
The War On Drugs perform on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’, announce new global live stream
In support of their new album I Don’t Live Here Anymore, The War On Drugs appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on November 17th for…
In support of their new album I Don’t Live Here Anymore, The War On Drugs appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on November 17th for…
The War On Drugs perform on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’, announce new global live stream
In support of their new album I Don’t Live Here Anymore, The War On Drugs appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on November 17th for…
Recordings
The Key Studio Sessions: Jello Vibes
His name is Angelo Outlaw. He plays the vibraphone. Hence, Jello Vibes, who released a stellar two-part project this year called The Outlaw Sessions,…
His name is Angelo Outlaw. He plays the vibraphone. Hence, Jello Vibes, who released a stellar two-part project this year called The Outlaw Sessions,…
The Key Studio Sessions: Jello Vibes
His name is Angelo Outlaw. He plays the vibraphone. Hence, Jello Vibes, who released a stellar two-part project this year called The Outlaw Sessions,…
Recordings
The Districts build hype for ‘Great American Painting’ with “Do It Over” video and Union Transfer show
Hometown heroes The Districts shared some big news this morning: they released a video for new single “Do It Over,” and announced a show…
Hometown heroes The Districts shared some big news this morning: they released a video for new single “Do It Over,” and announced a show…
The Districts build hype for ‘Great American Painting’ with “Do It Over” video and Union Transfer show
Hometown heroes The Districts shared some big news this morning: they released a video for new single “Do It Over,” and announced a show…
Events
Big Thief announces new double-LP recorded with Dr. Dog’s Scott McMicken, shares new single “Time Escaping”
It took a while for Big Thief to find their footing following the isolation that marked the beginning of the pandemic. The New York-based…
It took a while for Big Thief to find their footing following the isolation that marked the beginning of the pandemic. The New York-based…
Big Thief announces new double-LP recorded with Dr. Dog’s Scott McMicken, shares new single “Time Escaping”
It took a while for Big Thief to find their footing following the isolation that marked the beginning of the pandemic. The New York-based…
Events
The Gilfillian Brothers, Devon and Ryan, will play a benefit at World Cafe Live in December
When Devon Gilfillian performed his song “The Good Life” at XPoNential Music Festival this year, he called upon a special guest to join him:…
When Devon Gilfillian performed his song “The Good Life” at XPoNential Music Festival this year, he called upon a special guest to join him:…
The Gilfillian Brothers, Devon and Ryan, will play a benefit at World Cafe Live in December
When Devon Gilfillian performed his song “The Good Life” at XPoNential Music Festival this year, he called upon a special guest to join him:…
Events
Turnstile and friends will bring blistering hardcore and a wild bill to The Fillmore in May
Baltimore hardcore band Turnstile released its latest album, Glow On, over the summer to widespread praise. After a handful of fall gigs on the festival…
Baltimore hardcore band Turnstile released its latest album, Glow On, over the summer to widespread praise. After a handful of fall gigs on the festival…
Turnstile and friends will bring blistering hardcore and a wild bill to The Fillmore in May
Baltimore hardcore band Turnstile released its latest album, Glow On, over the summer to widespread praise. After a handful of fall gigs on the festival…
Recordings
They Are Gutting A Body of Water drops distorted video for “Diamond Dallas Page” and split with Full Body 2
They Are Gutting a Body of Water will have you wondering if you’re in heaven or hell with their latest track, “Diamond Dallas Page.”…
They Are Gutting a Body of Water will have you wondering if you’re in heaven or hell with their latest track, “Diamond Dallas Page.”…
They Are Gutting A Body of Water drops distorted video for “Diamond Dallas Page” and split with Full Body 2
They Are Gutting a Body of Water will have you wondering if you’re in heaven or hell with their latest track, “Diamond Dallas Page.”…
WXPN Local
The Skeleton Key: Just a normal November with ska, weird movies, Soul Glo, new folk and psych, and Yngwie Malmsteen
Just like SEPTA’s old slogan boldly proclaimed: we’re getting there, Philadelphia. Sure, not everything is “normal” or whatever, but compared to six months ago,…
Just like SEPTA’s old slogan boldly proclaimed: we’re getting there, Philadelphia. Sure, not everything is “normal” or whatever, but compared to six months ago,…
The Skeleton Key: Just a normal November with ska, weird movies, Soul Glo, new folk and psych, and Yngwie Malmsteen
Just like SEPTA’s old slogan boldly proclaimed: we’re getting there, Philadelphia. Sure, not everything is “normal” or whatever, but compared to six months ago,…
Events
17 concerts to see this week including Bat Fangs, The Lone Bellow, Vagabon, Carsie Blanton and more
The temperatures are getting ideal for concert season, quite honestly; it’s nice enough that you want to get out of the house, but not…
The temperatures are getting ideal for concert season, quite honestly; it’s nice enough that you want to get out of the house, but not…
17 concerts to see this week including Bat Fangs, The Lone Bellow, Vagabon, Carsie Blanton and more
The temperatures are getting ideal for concert season, quite honestly; it’s nice enough that you want to get out of the house, but not…
News
Knifeplay releases spine-chilling new single “Hurt Someone”
It’s been almost three years since Knifeplay dropped off the face of the Earth, but the Philadelphia-based band is back and ready to get…
It’s been almost three years since Knifeplay dropped off the face of the Earth, but the Philadelphia-based band is back and ready to get…
Knifeplay releases spine-chilling new single “Hurt Someone”
It’s been almost three years since Knifeplay dropped off the face of the Earth, but the Philadelphia-based band is back and ready to get…
Events
Wesley Stace and his bandmates deliver a suave and sublime Free at Noon set
Boasting a muted pink pinkstripe suit and mixing breezy bossa nova melodies with witty wordplay, Wesley Stace‘s vibe was very lounge chic as he…
Boasting a muted pink pinkstripe suit and mixing breezy bossa nova melodies with witty wordplay, Wesley Stace‘s vibe was very lounge chic as he…
Wesley Stace and his bandmates deliver a suave and sublime Free at Noon set
Boasting a muted pink pinkstripe suit and mixing breezy bossa nova melodies with witty wordplay, Wesley Stace‘s vibe was very lounge chic as he…
News
Philly Strings: Bluegrass phenom Billy Strings plays a sold-out run at the Fillmore
Wednesday night at the Fillmore I finally got see Billy Strings perform for my first time. This summer especially, there was a lot of…
Wednesday night at the Fillmore I finally got see Billy Strings perform for my first time. This summer especially, there was a lot of…
Philly Strings: Bluegrass phenom Billy Strings plays a sold-out run at the Fillmore
Wednesday night at the Fillmore I finally got see Billy Strings perform for my first time. This summer especially, there was a lot of…
News
The Goodbye Party delivers devastating ambient sounds on new album ‘Stray Sparks’
Stray Sparks aims straight for your heart and doesn’t miss. The latest album from The Goodbye Party, it is their most raw and intimate…
Stray Sparks aims straight for your heart and doesn’t miss. The latest album from The Goodbye Party, it is their most raw and intimate…
The Goodbye Party delivers devastating ambient sounds on new album ‘Stray Sparks’
Stray Sparks aims straight for your heart and doesn’t miss. The latest album from The Goodbye Party, it is their most raw and intimate…
News
SPIRIT OF THE BEEHIVE will give you an out-of-body experience on their new 7″
SPIRIT OF THE BEEHIVE isn’t done with the immersive, otherworldly explorations of ENTERTAINMENT, DEATH, and rightfully so. The Philadelphia-based band has announced a 7”…
SPIRIT OF THE BEEHIVE isn’t done with the immersive, otherworldly explorations of ENTERTAINMENT, DEATH, and rightfully so. The Philadelphia-based band has announced a 7”…
SPIRIT OF THE BEEHIVE will give you an out-of-body experience on their new 7″
SPIRIT OF THE BEEHIVE isn’t done with the immersive, otherworldly explorations of ENTERTAINMENT, DEATH, and rightfully so. The Philadelphia-based band has announced a 7”…
News
A Rush of Noise and Feeling: Reflections on My Bloody Valentine’s ‘Loveless’
The first time I heard My Bloody Valentine, I was a junior in high school. As a pre-teen, I saw the cultural explosion of…
The first time I heard My Bloody Valentine, I was a junior in high school. As a pre-teen, I saw the cultural explosion of…
A Rush of Noise and Feeling: Reflections on My Bloody Valentine’s ‘Loveless’
The first time I heard My Bloody Valentine, I was a junior in high school. As a pre-teen, I saw the cultural explosion of…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out November 12th!
Familiar voices express themselves in fresh ways in this week’s batch of new albums. Courtney Barnett steers a new set of wry observations on…
Familiar voices express themselves in fresh ways in this week’s batch of new albums. Courtney Barnett steers a new set of wry observations on…
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out November 12th!
Familiar voices express themselves in fresh ways in this week’s batch of new albums. Courtney Barnett steers a new set of wry observations on…
Recordings
The Key Studio Sessions: Rentboy
For Philly singer and songwriter Bobby Brown, the band Rentboy has been an ever-moving journey of self-discovery. The music you’ll hear in the session…
For Philly singer and songwriter Bobby Brown, the band Rentboy has been an ever-moving journey of self-discovery. The music you’ll hear in the session…
The Key Studio Sessions: Rentboy
For Philly singer and songwriter Bobby Brown, the band Rentboy has been an ever-moving journey of self-discovery. The music you’ll hear in the session…
Recordings
Amos Lee shares vulnerable new single “Into the Clearing”
Philly’s own Amos Lee shared a new single, “Into the Clearing,” this week in advance of his latest record, Dreamland due out February 11th.…
Philly’s own Amos Lee shared a new single, “Into the Clearing,” this week in advance of his latest record, Dreamland due out February 11th.…
Amos Lee shares vulnerable new single “Into the Clearing”
Philly’s own Amos Lee shared a new single, “Into the Clearing,” this week in advance of his latest record, Dreamland due out February 11th.…
News
Curse Reverser drop final single “Recipe Book” ahead of new album Paper Dinner out 11/12
Curse Reverser sews together haunted memories on their latest single, “Recipe Book.” The song is the final release from their upcoming album, Paper Dinner, which will…
Curse Reverser sews together haunted memories on their latest single, “Recipe Book.” The song is the final release from their upcoming album, Paper Dinner, which will…
Curse Reverser drop final single “Recipe Book” ahead of new album Paper Dinner out 11/12
Curse Reverser sews together haunted memories on their latest single, “Recipe Book.” The song is the final release from their upcoming album, Paper Dinner, which will…
News
Anticipation for Mitski’s 2022 album <i>Laurel Hell</i> reaches all-time high, watch new video for “The Only Heartbreaker”
What happens when, as an artist, you fulfill the loftiest of goals for commercial success? What comes next after you win the accolades of…
What happens when, as an artist, you fulfill the loftiest of goals for commercial success? What comes next after you win the accolades of…
Anticipation for Mitski’s 2022 album <i>Laurel Hell</i> reaches all-time high, watch new video for “The Only Heartbreaker”
What happens when, as an artist, you fulfill the loftiest of goals for commercial success? What comes next after you win the accolades of…
Indie Rock Hit Parade
Indie Rock Hit Parade Live Session: Mac McCaughan
Joining us in the studio for this Indie Rock Hit Parade live session is… well, let me pause and ruminate for a moment on…
Joining us in the studio for this Indie Rock Hit Parade live session is… well, let me pause and ruminate for a moment on…
Indie Rock Hit Parade Live Session: Mac McCaughan
Joining us in the studio for this Indie Rock Hit Parade live session is… well, let me pause and ruminate for a moment on…
News
Five reasons Wendy Rollins is excited to return to Philly on the XPN airwaves
This fall, the XPN community will hear a new voice in the mix that’s very familiar to radio listeners in Philly. Wendy Rollins is…
This fall, the XPN community will hear a new voice in the mix that’s very familiar to radio listeners in Philly. Wendy Rollins is…
Five reasons Wendy Rollins is excited to return to Philly on the XPN airwaves
This fall, the XPN community will hear a new voice in the mix that’s very familiar to radio listeners in Philly. Wendy Rollins is…
WXPN Local
Black Music City Returns, supporting creatives inspired by Philadelphia’s black music history
Black Music City, a collaboration between Philadelphia public music radio stations WXPN and WRTI, as well as talent incubator REC Philly, returns for 2022…
Black Music City, a collaboration between Philadelphia public music radio stations WXPN and WRTI, as well as talent incubator REC Philly, returns for 2022…
Black Music City Returns, supporting creatives inspired by Philadelphia’s black music history
Black Music City, a collaboration between Philadelphia public music radio stations WXPN and WRTI, as well as talent incubator REC Philly, returns for 2022…
News
Empath announces new album ‘Visitor’ with new single “Diamond Eyelids” and an off-kilter music video
Empath make it impossible to take your eyes off of the music video for their new single, “Diamond Eyelids.” Offbeat and slightly out there,…
Empath make it impossible to take your eyes off of the music video for their new single, “Diamond Eyelids.” Offbeat and slightly out there,…
Empath announces new album ‘Visitor’ with new single “Diamond Eyelids” and an off-kilter music video
Empath make it impossible to take your eyes off of the music video for their new single, “Diamond Eyelids.” Offbeat and slightly out there,…
News
Watch Queen Jo’s hypnotic video for “Feast”
Spitfire Philly rapper Queen Jo is back with a kinetic visual for her latest single, “Feast.”
Spitfire Philly rapper Queen Jo is back with a kinetic visual for her latest single, “Feast.”
Watch Queen Jo’s hypnotic video for “Feast”
Spitfire Philly rapper Queen Jo is back with a kinetic visual for her latest single, “Feast.”
News
Tank And The Bangas announce spring 2022 tour with a stop at Union Transfer
Tank And The Bangas are here to contribute to the torrent of Spring tour news today, with the announcement of a string of dates.…
Tank And The Bangas are here to contribute to the torrent of Spring tour news today, with the announcement of a string of dates.…
Tank And The Bangas announce spring 2022 tour with a stop at Union Transfer
Tank And The Bangas are here to contribute to the torrent of Spring tour news today, with the announcement of a string of dates.…
Events
Beach House return in 2022 with new double LP ‘Once Twice Melody,’ will play The Met Philly in July
Beach House are re-emerging with new music next year. The Baltimore dream-pop duo today announced the release of Once Twice Melody, their eighth release…
Beach House are re-emerging with new music next year. The Baltimore dream-pop duo today announced the release of Once Twice Melody, their eighth release…
Beach House return in 2022 with new double LP ‘Once Twice Melody,’ will play The Met Philly in July
Beach House are re-emerging with new music next year. The Baltimore dream-pop duo today announced the release of Once Twice Melody, their eighth release…
Events
PUP will headline a killer bill at Franklin Music Hall with Pinkshift and Sheer Mag
Toronto punk four-piece PUP are longtime faves of us here at The Key, going back to their wild show at Golden Tea House in…
Toronto punk four-piece PUP are longtime faves of us here at The Key, going back to their wild show at Golden Tea House in…
PUP will headline a killer bill at Franklin Music Hall with Pinkshift and Sheer Mag
Toronto punk four-piece PUP are longtime faves of us here at The Key, going back to their wild show at Golden Tea House in…
News
Marissa Paternoster releases apprehensive second-single “I Lost You” from her upcoming album Peace Meter
Marissa Paternoster’s latest album, Peace Meter, was written in her deceased grandmother’s house during a worldwide pandemic. However, despite the eerie circumstances it was penned under,…
Marissa Paternoster’s latest album, Peace Meter, was written in her deceased grandmother’s house during a worldwide pandemic. However, despite the eerie circumstances it was penned under,…
Marissa Paternoster releases apprehensive second-single “I Lost You” from her upcoming album Peace Meter
Marissa Paternoster’s latest album, Peace Meter, was written in her deceased grandmother’s house during a worldwide pandemic. However, despite the eerie circumstances it was penned under,…
News
Caracara face down an identity crisis in new single and video “Hyacinth”
Caracara find themselves buried under the stress of modern life on their latest release, “Hyacinth.” After almost two years of writing and recording, the…
Caracara find themselves buried under the stress of modern life on their latest release, “Hyacinth.” After almost two years of writing and recording, the…
Caracara face down an identity crisis in new single and video “Hyacinth”
Caracara find themselves buried under the stress of modern life on their latest release, “Hyacinth.” After almost two years of writing and recording, the…
News
The Flaming Lips kicked off the ‘American Head’ tour with psychedelic displays, inflatable rainbows, glowing birds and giant robots
The Flaming Lips kicked off tour in support of their new album American Head at The Fillmore Philadelphia Sunday night. The first leg of…
The Flaming Lips kicked off tour in support of their new album American Head at The Fillmore Philadelphia Sunday night. The first leg of…
The Flaming Lips kicked off the ‘American Head’ tour with psychedelic displays, inflatable rainbows, glowing birds and giant robots
The Flaming Lips kicked off tour in support of their new album American Head at The Fillmore Philadelphia Sunday night. The first leg of…
Recordings
Shamir challenges the gender binary on new single “Cisgender”
Multi-disciplinary artist Shamir sees the world for what it is, expansive and complex, not one or the other, but everything. Refusing to conform to…
Multi-disciplinary artist Shamir sees the world for what it is, expansive and complex, not one or the other, but everything. Refusing to conform to…
Shamir challenges the gender binary on new single “Cisgender”
Multi-disciplinary artist Shamir sees the world for what it is, expansive and complex, not one or the other, but everything. Refusing to conform to…
Recordings
The Menzingers’ Gregor Barnett embraces Americana on the title track from his solo debut ‘Don’t Go Throwing Roses In My Grave’
Gregor Barnett wants you to tell the people you love how you feel while you still have the chance. The guitarist/co-vocalist for The Menzingers…
Gregor Barnett wants you to tell the people you love how you feel while you still have the chance. The guitarist/co-vocalist for The Menzingers…
The Menzingers’ Gregor Barnett embraces Americana on the title track from his solo debut ‘Don’t Go Throwing Roses In My Grave’
Gregor Barnett wants you to tell the people you love how you feel while you still have the chance. The guitarist/co-vocalist for The Menzingers…
Events
15 concerts to see this week including Drive-By Truckers, Rosanne Cash, Bacchae, Grocer and more
Another week, another incredible range of Philly concerts, from roots-rock to rap to revved-up punk rock and beyond. Read on for 15 concerts to…
Another week, another incredible range of Philly concerts, from roots-rock to rap to revved-up punk rock and beyond. Read on for 15 concerts to…
15 concerts to see this week including Drive-By Truckers, Rosanne Cash, Bacchae, Grocer and more
Another week, another incredible range of Philly concerts, from roots-rock to rap to revved-up punk rock and beyond. Read on for 15 concerts to…
News
Celebrate Public Radio Music Day with WXPN, WRTI, and our member community
In celebration of the ways music keeps us connected, the second annual Public Radio Music Day returns this Wednesday, November 10th, and WXPN is…
In celebration of the ways music keeps us connected, the second annual Public Radio Music Day returns this Wednesday, November 10th, and WXPN is…
Celebrate Public Radio Music Day with WXPN, WRTI, and our member community
In celebration of the ways music keeps us connected, the second annual Public Radio Music Day returns this Wednesday, November 10th, and WXPN is…
Americana
Brandi Carlile and friends rise to the challenge of playing Joni Mitchell’s ‘Blue’ at Carnegie Hall
There’s nothing easy about Joni Mitchell’s music. It’s compositionally complex with unique tunings, unusual chord changes, and arrangements that range from minimal to massive.…
There’s nothing easy about Joni Mitchell’s music. It’s compositionally complex with unique tunings, unusual chord changes, and arrangements that range from minimal to massive.…
Brandi Carlile and friends rise to the challenge of playing Joni Mitchell’s ‘Blue’ at Carnegie Hall
There’s nothing easy about Joni Mitchell’s music. It’s compositionally complex with unique tunings, unusual chord changes, and arrangements that range from minimal to massive.…
Americana
Cosmic Guilt packs the stage and the house at Free at Noon
“We were not expecting all of you,” joked James Everhart at a break during Cosmic Guilt‘s Free at Noon concert. “I would have made…
“We were not expecting all of you,” joked James Everhart at a break during Cosmic Guilt‘s Free at Noon concert. “I would have made…
Cosmic Guilt packs the stage and the house at Free at Noon
“We were not expecting all of you,” joked James Everhart at a break during Cosmic Guilt‘s Free at Noon concert. “I would have made…
Artists
Radiohead re-releases ‘Kid A’ and ‘Amnesiac’ along with B-sides, demos, and rarities on ‘Kid A Mnesia’
Radiohead never wanted to be famous. When their single, “Creep,” became a worldwide hit in 1992, the band automatically resented it. Since then, they’ve…
Radiohead never wanted to be famous. When their single, “Creep,” became a worldwide hit in 1992, the band automatically resented it. Since then, they’ve…
Radiohead re-releases ‘Kid A’ and ‘Amnesiac’ along with B-sides, demos, and rarities on ‘Kid A Mnesia’
Radiohead never wanted to be famous. When their single, “Creep,” became a worldwide hit in 1992, the band automatically resented it. Since then, they’ve…
Events
Thundercat holds court and connects at The Fillmore Philly
Thursday was a insanely busy night on Allen Street in Fishtown. Thundercat absolutely melted my brain with a sold-out performance of high tempo jazz…
Thursday was a insanely busy night on Allen Street in Fishtown. Thundercat absolutely melted my brain with a sold-out performance of high tempo jazz…
Thundercat holds court and connects at The Fillmore Philly
Thursday was a insanely busy night on Allen Street in Fishtown. Thundercat absolutely melted my brain with a sold-out performance of high tempo jazz…
Recordings
11 releases from Philly artists to support on Bandcamp Friday
We don’t know how much longer Bandcamp will continue offering their Bandcamp Friday fundraisers, now that the light at the end of the pandemic…
We don’t know how much longer Bandcamp will continue offering their Bandcamp Friday fundraisers, now that the light at the end of the pandemic…
11 releases from Philly artists to support on Bandcamp Friday
We don’t know how much longer Bandcamp will continue offering their Bandcamp Friday fundraisers, now that the light at the end of the pandemic…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out November 5th!
A new month brings… you guessed it: a bunch of cool new albums to enjoy! XPN Artist to Watch Neal Francis shows off his…
A new month brings… you guessed it: a bunch of cool new albums to enjoy! XPN Artist to Watch Neal Francis shows off his…
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out November 5th!
A new month brings… you guessed it: a bunch of cool new albums to enjoy! XPN Artist to Watch Neal Francis shows off his…
WXPN Local
Behind The Scene: Advocating for accessibility with James Cassar and Cassie Wilson
Behind The Scene is a new series which attempts to bring focus to the overlooked aspects of the Philadelphia music community. This is a collection…
Behind The Scene is a new series which attempts to bring focus to the overlooked aspects of the Philadelphia music community. This is a collection…
Behind The Scene: Advocating for accessibility with James Cassar and Cassie Wilson
Behind The Scene is a new series which attempts to bring focus to the overlooked aspects of the Philadelphia music community. This is a collection…
News
Be Part of the Solution: How ‘Safe x Sound’ documentary hopes to make a better showgoing culture
One of the most magical things about independent music is the community it fosters. The friendships that come from a shared adoration of certain…
One of the most magical things about independent music is the community it fosters. The friendships that come from a shared adoration of certain…
Be Part of the Solution: How ‘Safe x Sound’ documentary hopes to make a better showgoing culture
One of the most magical things about independent music is the community it fosters. The friendships that come from a shared adoration of certain…
Recordings
The Key Studio Sessions: screamcloud
Emily Daly and Danielle Lovier have impeccable musical chemistry; they play side-by-side in the askew indie-punk four-piece Grocer, who touched down in the Philly…
Emily Daly and Danielle Lovier have impeccable musical chemistry; they play side-by-side in the askew indie-punk four-piece Grocer, who touched down in the Philly…
The Key Studio Sessions: screamcloud
Emily Daly and Danielle Lovier have impeccable musical chemistry; they play side-by-side in the askew indie-punk four-piece Grocer, who touched down in the Philly…
Artists
Lisa Flynn talks about the return of Lisa Christ Superstar on XPN Local
Going back a couple decades, and Philly rocker Lisa Flynn was at the center of the late 90s / early 00s indie-punk scene in…
Going back a couple decades, and Philly rocker Lisa Flynn was at the center of the late 90s / early 00s indie-punk scene in…
Lisa Flynn talks about the return of Lisa Christ Superstar on XPN Local
Going back a couple decades, and Philly rocker Lisa Flynn was at the center of the late 90s / early 00s indie-punk scene in…
News
West Philadelphia Orchestra advocates for climate change relief in Philly on new song “Ancestors”
No doubt climate change has been on the minds of many Philadelphians recently. It won’t be easy to forget the image of I-76 flooded…
No doubt climate change has been on the minds of many Philadelphians recently. It won’t be easy to forget the image of I-76 flooded…
West Philadelphia Orchestra advocates for climate change relief in Philly on new song “Ancestors”
No doubt climate change has been on the minds of many Philadelphians recently. It won’t be easy to forget the image of I-76 flooded…
News
Kurt Vile is playing Atlantic City’s Anchor Rock Club in January
If you’ve never been on the beach in the winter, it is secluded and serene and quite contemplative; the ideal vibes to experience Lansdowne…
If you’ve never been on the beach in the winter, it is secluded and serene and quite contemplative; the ideal vibes to experience Lansdowne…
Kurt Vile is playing Atlantic City’s Anchor Rock Club in January
If you’ve never been on the beach in the winter, it is secluded and serene and quite contemplative; the ideal vibes to experience Lansdowne…
WXPN Local
The Skeleton Key: Remembering Pat Martino, appreciating Philly, and listening to new music from The Ire, Jenna and the Pups and more
THIS IS something to be shown at the end
THIS IS something to be shown at the end
The Skeleton Key: Remembering Pat Martino, appreciating Philly, and listening to new music from The Ire, Jenna and the Pups and more
THIS IS something to be shown at the end
Events
serpentwithfeet announces a 2022 tour (features a Valentine’s Day gig at Union Transfer), and new EP ‘DEACON’S GROVE’
Regardless of whether you love or loathe Valentine’s Day, serpentwithfeet will make you think twice when you roll your eyes at the mention of…
Regardless of whether you love or loathe Valentine’s Day, serpentwithfeet will make you think twice when you roll your eyes at the mention of…
serpentwithfeet announces a 2022 tour (features a Valentine’s Day gig at Union Transfer), and new EP ‘DEACON’S GROVE’
Regardless of whether you love or loathe Valentine’s Day, serpentwithfeet will make you think twice when you roll your eyes at the mention of…
News
Kristine Leschper releases ornate lead single “Ribbon” from her upcoming album ‘The Opening, Or Closing Of A Door’
After breaking up with her old moniker, Kristine Leschper (FKA Mothers), has tunnel vision on love. A step away from the aching of her…
After breaking up with her old moniker, Kristine Leschper (FKA Mothers), has tunnel vision on love. A step away from the aching of her…
Kristine Leschper releases ornate lead single “Ribbon” from her upcoming album ‘The Opening, Or Closing Of A Door’
After breaking up with her old moniker, Kristine Leschper (FKA Mothers), has tunnel vision on love. A step away from the aching of her…
WXPN Local
The Skeleton Key: Remembering Pat Martino, appreciating Philly, and listening to new music from The Ire, Jenna and the Pups and more
It’s always nice to lean into the NO ONE LIKES US, WE DON’T CARE trope – I mean, it’s gotten us this far, ya…
It’s always nice to lean into the NO ONE LIKES US, WE DON’T CARE trope – I mean, it’s gotten us this far, ya…
The Skeleton Key: Remembering Pat Martino, appreciating Philly, and listening to new music from The Ire, Jenna and the Pups and more
It’s always nice to lean into the NO ONE LIKES US, WE DON’T CARE trope – I mean, it’s gotten us this far, ya…
News
Watch a new video for a lost Radiohead song, “Follow Me Around”
The song “Follow Me Around” might be the biggest Radiohead hit that never got released…until now.
The song “Follow Me Around” might be the biggest Radiohead hit that never got released…until now.
Watch a new video for a lost Radiohead song, “Follow Me Around”
The song “Follow Me Around” might be the biggest Radiohead hit that never got released…until now.
Recordings
The War On Drugs bring their infectious new album to NPR and CBS This Morning
It’s been quite the month for The War On Drugs. The Philly-rooted rockers released their fifth studio record, I Don’t Live Here Anymore, on October 29…
It’s been quite the month for The War On Drugs. The Philly-rooted rockers released their fifth studio record, I Don’t Live Here Anymore, on October 29…
The War On Drugs bring their infectious new album to NPR and CBS This Morning
It’s been quite the month for The War On Drugs. The Philly-rooted rockers released their fifth studio record, I Don’t Live Here Anymore, on October 29…
Events
Boyz II Men come home to The Met Philly this February
Though they’ve got shows in the Philadelphia orbit in the next month, pop / R&B icons Boyz II Men will return to their hometown…
Though they’ve got shows in the Philadelphia orbit in the next month, pop / R&B icons Boyz II Men will return to their hometown…
Boyz II Men come home to The Met Philly this February
Though they’ve got shows in the Philadelphia orbit in the next month, pop / R&B icons Boyz II Men will return to their hometown…
Events
Kraftwerk’s 2022 tour comes to The Met Philly
In the wake of their rock and roll hall of fame induction last night, electronic pop pioneers Kraftwerk announced a 2022 tour that brings…
In the wake of their rock and roll hall of fame induction last night, electronic pop pioneers Kraftwerk announced a 2022 tour that brings…
Kraftwerk’s 2022 tour comes to The Met Philly
In the wake of their rock and roll hall of fame induction last night, electronic pop pioneers Kraftwerk announced a 2022 tour that brings…
Events
Cat Power sings Frank Ocean and more on new album ‘Covers’; 2022 tour brings them to the TLA
You can always count on Chan Marshall for transformative cover songs. Following up on her project Cat Power‘s last studio album, 2018’s Wanderer, Marshall…
You can always count on Chan Marshall for transformative cover songs. Following up on her project Cat Power‘s last studio album, 2018’s Wanderer, Marshall…
Cat Power sings Frank Ocean and more on new album ‘Covers’; 2022 tour brings them to the TLA
You can always count on Chan Marshall for transformative cover songs. Following up on her project Cat Power‘s last studio album, 2018’s Wanderer, Marshall…
Events
16 concerts to see this week including Pom Pom Squad, Old 97s, The Flaming Lips, Samantha Fish and more
From veteran rockers and XPN favorites to emerging artists and stacked Philly bills, this first week of November is showing that the eleventh month…
From veteran rockers and XPN favorites to emerging artists and stacked Philly bills, this first week of November is showing that the eleventh month…
16 concerts to see this week including Pom Pom Squad, Old 97s, The Flaming Lips, Samantha Fish and more
From veteran rockers and XPN favorites to emerging artists and stacked Philly bills, this first week of November is showing that the eleventh month…
Artists
mitamu’s Tammy Huynh tells the story of her stunning, kaleidoscopic debut album <em>sunflower in the east</em>
“I heard that for young sunflowers, the blooms are constantly following the sun,” says Tammy Huynh of mitamu. “But once they mature, they permanently…
“I heard that for young sunflowers, the blooms are constantly following the sun,” says Tammy Huynh of mitamu. “But once they mature, they permanently…
mitamu’s Tammy Huynh tells the story of her stunning, kaleidoscopic debut album <em>sunflower in the east</em>
“I heard that for young sunflowers, the blooms are constantly following the sun,” says Tammy Huynh of mitamu. “But once they mature, they permanently…
News
Mannequin Pussy takes a cathartic victory lap for their sold-out Union Transfer homecoming
After seven weeks on the road playing two legs of tour with three bands in 35 cities, Mannequin Pussy are home. The last two…
After seven weeks on the road playing two legs of tour with three bands in 35 cities, Mannequin Pussy are home. The last two…
Mannequin Pussy takes a cathartic victory lap for their sold-out Union Transfer homecoming
After seven weeks on the road playing two legs of tour with three bands in 35 cities, Mannequin Pussy are home. The last two…
WXPN Local
St. Mary’s Church: Half a century of music
What do the late Canadian folk singer Stan Rogers, venerated jazz explorers The Sun Ra Arkestra, Philadelphia’s Buddhist hardcore punk band Ruin, singer songwriter…
What do the late Canadian folk singer Stan Rogers, venerated jazz explorers The Sun Ra Arkestra, Philadelphia’s Buddhist hardcore punk band Ruin, singer songwriter…
St. Mary’s Church: Half a century of music
What do the late Canadian folk singer Stan Rogers, venerated jazz explorers The Sun Ra Arkestra, Philadelphia’s Buddhist hardcore punk band Ruin, singer songwriter…
Events
Scenes from Ashnikko’s packed house at The Fillmore Philly
While Arlo Parks played to a packed house upstairs at The Foundry of the Fillmore Philly Wednesday night, the NC-born London-based rapper and singer…
While Arlo Parks played to a packed house upstairs at The Foundry of the Fillmore Philly Wednesday night, the NC-born London-based rapper and singer…
Scenes from Ashnikko’s packed house at The Fillmore Philly
While Arlo Parks played to a packed house upstairs at The Foundry of the Fillmore Philly Wednesday night, the NC-born London-based rapper and singer…
Recordings
Sixteen Jackies releases playfully gory music video for “Creature Feature”
Sixteen Jackies lean into spooky season with their latest release, “Creature Feature.” Simultaneously camp and creepy, the track is from their latest EP, Hostile Architecture, out…
Sixteen Jackies lean into spooky season with their latest release, “Creature Feature.” Simultaneously camp and creepy, the track is from their latest EP, Hostile Architecture, out…
Sixteen Jackies releases playfully gory music video for “Creature Feature”
Sixteen Jackies lean into spooky season with their latest release, “Creature Feature.” Simultaneously camp and creepy, the track is from their latest EP, Hostile Architecture, out…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out October 29th
As the coffin lid closes on another month, we dig up a fresh batch of new albums to round out October. Philly cornerstones The…
As the coffin lid closes on another month, we dig up a fresh batch of new albums to round out October. Philly cornerstones The…
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out October 29th
As the coffin lid closes on another month, we dig up a fresh batch of new albums to round out October. Philly cornerstones The…
News
“Make tonight a wonderful thing”: Steely Dan plays ‘Aja’ in full and other hits to open its run at The Met
Last night, Steely Dan founding member Donald Fagen performed a complex and beautiful set of heady pop and jazz rock with his group of…
Last night, Steely Dan founding member Donald Fagen performed a complex and beautiful set of heady pop and jazz rock with his group of…
“Make tonight a wonderful thing”: Steely Dan plays ‘Aja’ in full and other hits to open its run at The Met
Last night, Steely Dan founding member Donald Fagen performed a complex and beautiful set of heady pop and jazz rock with his group of…
Events
Rising star Arlo Parks plays a transformative set at The Foundry
After a particularly emotive performance of her breakout song “Black Dog” last night, Arlo Parks scanned the devoted crowd in the front rows of…
After a particularly emotive performance of her breakout song “Black Dog” last night, Arlo Parks scanned the devoted crowd in the front rows of…
Rising star Arlo Parks plays a transformative set at The Foundry
After a particularly emotive performance of her breakout song “Black Dog” last night, Arlo Parks scanned the devoted crowd in the front rows of…
Recordings
Watch Justmadnice’s new video for unreleased track “Hunny”
In the waning days of late summer, in a grass field and with an acoustic-electric guitar sits Justmadnice in the setting of their latest…
In the waning days of late summer, in a grass field and with an acoustic-electric guitar sits Justmadnice in the setting of their latest…
Watch Justmadnice’s new video for unreleased track “Hunny”
In the waning days of late summer, in a grass field and with an acoustic-electric guitar sits Justmadnice in the setting of their latest…
Recordings
Japanese Breakfast performed a stripped down set (and covered Weezer) for their new EP recorded live at Electric Lady Studios
New in the Live At Electric Lady studio session series is Japanese Breakfast, performing stripped-down versions of songs from 2021’s Jubilee and two of…
New in the Live At Electric Lady studio session series is Japanese Breakfast, performing stripped-down versions of songs from 2021’s Jubilee and two of…
Japanese Breakfast performed a stripped down set (and covered Weezer) for their new EP recorded live at Electric Lady Studios
New in the Live At Electric Lady studio session series is Japanese Breakfast, performing stripped-down versions of songs from 2021’s Jubilee and two of…
Events
Strand of Oaks’ ‘Winter Classic’ returns this December with a new home at Johnny Brenda’s
When he lived in Philly, Strand of Oaks‘ Tim Showalter made an annual tradition of ending the year with intimate solo shows mixed with…
When he lived in Philly, Strand of Oaks‘ Tim Showalter made an annual tradition of ending the year with intimate solo shows mixed with…
Strand of Oaks’ ‘Winter Classic’ returns this December with a new home at Johnny Brenda’s
When he lived in Philly, Strand of Oaks‘ Tim Showalter made an annual tradition of ending the year with intimate solo shows mixed with…
Recordings
Hurray For The Riff Raff will return in 2022 with new album ‘Life On Earth’; listen to “RHODODENDRON”
Hurray for the Riff Raff‘s Alynda Segarra is calling their new album “nature punk.” Announced today and due out on Nonesuch Records in February,…
Hurray for the Riff Raff‘s Alynda Segarra is calling their new album “nature punk.” Announced today and due out on Nonesuch Records in February,…
Hurray For The Riff Raff will return in 2022 with new album ‘Life On Earth’; listen to “RHODODENDRON”
Hurray for the Riff Raff‘s Alynda Segarra is calling their new album “nature punk.” Announced today and due out on Nonesuch Records in February,…
Recordings
Queen of Jeans and Gladie’s Augusta Koch covered “Teenage Dirtbag” by Wheatus and it’s glorious
Philly indie pop faves Queen of Jeans are readying their first new releases since 2019’s stellar LP If You’re Not Afraid I’m Not Afraid,…
Philly indie pop faves Queen of Jeans are readying their first new releases since 2019’s stellar LP If You’re Not Afraid I’m Not Afraid,…
Queen of Jeans and Gladie’s Augusta Koch covered “Teenage Dirtbag” by Wheatus and it’s glorious
Philly indie pop faves Queen of Jeans are readying their first new releases since 2019’s stellar LP If You’re Not Afraid I’m Not Afraid,…
Recordings
Watch Chris Kasper play wordsmith in his “No Reservations” lyric video
Long-running Philly singer-songwriter Chris Kasper returns tomorrow with his latest project, a homegrown collection of songs called Stowaways Vol. 1. Kasper, who cut his…
Long-running Philly singer-songwriter Chris Kasper returns tomorrow with his latest project, a homegrown collection of songs called Stowaways Vol. 1. Kasper, who cut his…
Watch Chris Kasper play wordsmith in his “No Reservations” lyric video
Long-running Philly singer-songwriter Chris Kasper returns tomorrow with his latest project, a homegrown collection of songs called Stowaways Vol. 1. Kasper, who cut his…
Recordings
22° Halo release luminous new single, “Ripple,” ahead of their upcoming album
22° Halo is back and as ethereal as ever. The Philly-based band fronted by Will Kennedy, who runs Sleeper Records, just released “Ripple,” their…
22° Halo is back and as ethereal as ever. The Philly-based band fronted by Will Kennedy, who runs Sleeper Records, just released “Ripple,” their…
22° Halo release luminous new single, “Ripple,” ahead of their upcoming album
22° Halo is back and as ethereal as ever. The Philly-based band fronted by Will Kennedy, who runs Sleeper Records, just released “Ripple,” their…
News
Irreversible Entanglements release expansive new song “Keys To Creation”
Irreversible Entanglements calls into question everything you know about music. Sonically complex, they take the typical song structure and turn it on its head.…
Irreversible Entanglements calls into question everything you know about music. Sonically complex, they take the typical song structure and turn it on its head.…
Irreversible Entanglements release expansive new song “Keys To Creation”
Irreversible Entanglements calls into question everything you know about music. Sonically complex, they take the typical song structure and turn it on its head.…
Recordings
Circa Survive wipes their slate clean in the new music video for “Imposter Syndrome”
Circa Survive isn’t afraid to start over in the music video to their song “Imposter Syndrome,” the gripping opening to the band’s first release…
Circa Survive isn’t afraid to start over in the music video to their song “Imposter Syndrome,” the gripping opening to the band’s first release…
Circa Survive wipes their slate clean in the new music video for “Imposter Syndrome”
Circa Survive isn’t afraid to start over in the music video to their song “Imposter Syndrome,” the gripping opening to the band’s first release…
News
Spirit of the Beehive and Body Meat are touring together in 2022
Weird Philly is going on tour, people. Next spring, one of the city’s most unusual and captivating artists — the punk-rooted psychedelic head trippers…
Weird Philly is going on tour, people. Next spring, one of the city’s most unusual and captivating artists — the punk-rooted psychedelic head trippers…
Spirit of the Beehive and Body Meat are touring together in 2022
Weird Philly is going on tour, people. Next spring, one of the city’s most unusual and captivating artists — the punk-rooted psychedelic head trippers…
News
And now, WXPN’s on-air schedule for your haunted Halloweekend 2021
Halloween is around the corner, and here at XPN, we’ve got practically three days of programming for your own personal spooky weekend, beginning on…
Halloween is around the corner, and here at XPN, we’ve got practically three days of programming for your own personal spooky weekend, beginning on…
And now, WXPN’s on-air schedule for your haunted Halloweekend 2021
Halloween is around the corner, and here at XPN, we’ve got practically three days of programming for your own personal spooky weekend, beginning on…
News
Taylor Kelly pushes past self-doubt in new music video “Maybe”
Taylor Kelly is no stranger to self-doubt. On her latest single, “Maybe,” the Philadelphia-based singer-songwriter confronts the never-ending stream of what-if’s that we often…
Taylor Kelly is no stranger to self-doubt. On her latest single, “Maybe,” the Philadelphia-based singer-songwriter confronts the never-ending stream of what-if’s that we often…
Taylor Kelly pushes past self-doubt in new music video “Maybe”
Taylor Kelly is no stranger to self-doubt. On her latest single, “Maybe,” the Philadelphia-based singer-songwriter confronts the never-ending stream of what-if’s that we often…
Recordings
Listen to The War on Drugs’ latest single “Change”; new album ‘I Don’t Live Here Anymore’ out Friday
The War on Drugs‘ fifth album I Don’t Live Here Anymore comes out this Friday, October 29th, and the Philly-born rock outfit have released…
The War on Drugs‘ fifth album I Don’t Live Here Anymore comes out this Friday, October 29th, and the Philly-born rock outfit have released…
Listen to The War on Drugs’ latest single “Change”; new album ‘I Don’t Live Here Anymore’ out Friday
The War on Drugs‘ fifth album I Don’t Live Here Anymore comes out this Friday, October 29th, and the Philly-born rock outfit have released…
Artists
The superconnected isolation of Catherine Moan
Catherine Moan will have you completely immersed in a digital daze. It sounds like she somehow broke the boundary between where your computer screen…
Catherine Moan will have you completely immersed in a digital daze. It sounds like she somehow broke the boundary between where your computer screen…
The superconnected isolation of Catherine Moan
Catherine Moan will have you completely immersed in a digital daze. It sounds like she somehow broke the boundary between where your computer screen…
Events
Breaking down Lucy Dacus’ stellar two night stand at Union Transfer
Last week, indie singer-songwriter Lucy Dacus played two nights for capacity crowds at Union Transfer, the first of which sold out well ahead of…
Last week, indie singer-songwriter Lucy Dacus played two nights for capacity crowds at Union Transfer, the first of which sold out well ahead of…
Breaking down Lucy Dacus’ stellar two night stand at Union Transfer
Last week, indie singer-songwriter Lucy Dacus played two nights for capacity crowds at Union Transfer, the first of which sold out well ahead of…
News
DECOUPLR releases a remixed, reimagined version of their debut ‘Digital Bonfire’ with some help from their friends
During the pandemic, it often felt like we were living in a vacuum. Isolated from each other, concepts like collaboration and community felt foreign.…
During the pandemic, it often felt like we were living in a vacuum. Isolated from each other, concepts like collaboration and community felt foreign.…
DECOUPLR releases a remixed, reimagined version of their debut ‘Digital Bonfire’ with some help from their friends
During the pandemic, it often felt like we were living in a vacuum. Isolated from each other, concepts like collaboration and community felt foreign.…
News
Zo revels in a dangerous romance in new video for “Never Meant”
Philly pop / rock artist Zo captures the consequences of a whirlwind romance with the wrong person in her new music video “Never Meant.”…
Philly pop / rock artist Zo captures the consequences of a whirlwind romance with the wrong person in her new music video “Never Meant.”…
Zo revels in a dangerous romance in new video for “Never Meant”
Philly pop / rock artist Zo captures the consequences of a whirlwind romance with the wrong person in her new music video “Never Meant.”…
Events
18 concerts to see this week including Mavis Staples, Steely Dan, Whitney, Grace Vonderkuhn and more
It’s another busy week, concertgoing friends. If you didn’t snag tickets to the sold-out Mannequin Pussy headliner at Union Transfer, or the sold-out Making…
It’s another busy week, concertgoing friends. If you didn’t snag tickets to the sold-out Mannequin Pussy headliner at Union Transfer, or the sold-out Making…
18 concerts to see this week including Mavis Staples, Steely Dan, Whitney, Grace Vonderkuhn and more
It’s another busy week, concertgoing friends. If you didn’t snag tickets to the sold-out Mannequin Pussy headliner at Union Transfer, or the sold-out Making…
Recordings
Watch Brandi Carlile bring ‘In These Silent Days’ to SNL
Singer-songwriter and XPN favorite Brandi Carlile was the musical guest on last night’s episode of Saturday Night Live.
Singer-songwriter and XPN favorite Brandi Carlile was the musical guest on last night’s episode of Saturday Night Live.
Watch Brandi Carlile bring ‘In These Silent Days’ to SNL
Singer-songwriter and XPN favorite Brandi Carlile was the musical guest on last night’s episode of Saturday Night Live.
News
The Culture Cypher Radio October Chart: A global view with Fela and Femi Kuti, Tom Tom Club, Ahmad Jamal, Seba Kepstaad and more
From the airing of our first show back in September 2019, the musical programming of Culture Cypher Radio has always had a global focus.…
From the airing of our first show back in September 2019, the musical programming of Culture Cypher Radio has always had a global focus.…
The Culture Cypher Radio October Chart: A global view with Fela and Femi Kuti, Tom Tom Club, Ahmad Jamal, Seba Kepstaad and more
From the airing of our first show back in September 2019, the musical programming of Culture Cypher Radio has always had a global focus.…
Events
Free at Noon Flashback: Slothrust shows off their stylistic range at World Cafe Live
Wrapping up their first leg of tour in support of the new album Parallel Timeline, Boston three-piece Slothrust played to the midday crowd at…
Wrapping up their first leg of tour in support of the new album Parallel Timeline, Boston three-piece Slothrust played to the midday crowd at…
Free at Noon Flashback: Slothrust shows off their stylistic range at World Cafe Live
Wrapping up their first leg of tour in support of the new album Parallel Timeline, Boston three-piece Slothrust played to the midday crowd at…
Rock / Pop
The War On Drugs is selling hand-signed Soundwave prints to benefit Sweet Relief fund
The live music industry is undeniably in the process of rebounding on the tail end of the COVID-19 pandemic, but for many folks who…
The live music industry is undeniably in the process of rebounding on the tail end of the COVID-19 pandemic, but for many folks who…
The War On Drugs is selling hand-signed Soundwave prints to benefit Sweet Relief fund
The live music industry is undeniably in the process of rebounding on the tail end of the COVID-19 pandemic, but for many folks who…
Recordings
The Key Studio Sessions: Chestnut Grove
Over the past few years, Chestnut Grove has steadily rose to prominence in the regional music scene — particularly with this summer’s full-length release,…
Over the past few years, Chestnut Grove has steadily rose to prominence in the regional music scene — particularly with this summer’s full-length release,…
The Key Studio Sessions: Chestnut Grove
Over the past few years, Chestnut Grove has steadily rose to prominence in the regional music scene — particularly with this summer’s full-length release,…
Recordings
Snail Mail continues to push their sound further on new song and video “Ben Franklin”
You could be forgiven for mistaking Snail Mail’s new single “Ben Franklin” for another artist. Singer-songwriter Lindsey Jordan breaks away from her guitar-centric sound…
You could be forgiven for mistaking Snail Mail’s new single “Ben Franklin” for another artist. Singer-songwriter Lindsey Jordan breaks away from her guitar-centric sound…
Snail Mail continues to push their sound further on new song and video “Ben Franklin”
You could be forgiven for mistaking Snail Mail’s new single “Ben Franklin” for another artist. Singer-songwriter Lindsey Jordan breaks away from her guitar-centric sound…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 10 New Albums out October 22nd
What is it about this particular October day that is irresistible to artists releasing new albums? No one can say! Aubrie Sellers and Jade…
What is it about this particular October day that is irresistible to artists releasing new albums? No one can say! Aubrie Sellers and Jade…
PRESS PLAY: 10 New Albums out October 22nd
What is it about this particular October day that is irresistible to artists releasing new albums? No one can say! Aubrie Sellers and Jade…
Recordings
Amos Lee celebrates The City of Brotherly Love with his latest music video “Worry No More”
Amos Lee’s video for “Worry No More” highlights the often overlooked beauty that makes The City of Brotherly Love so wonderful. The video was…
Amos Lee’s video for “Worry No More” highlights the often overlooked beauty that makes The City of Brotherly Love so wonderful. The video was…
Amos Lee celebrates The City of Brotherly Love with his latest music video “Worry No More”
Amos Lee’s video for “Worry No More” highlights the often overlooked beauty that makes The City of Brotherly Love so wonderful. The video was…
Events
The Mountain Goats fully assemble for an elevated, expressive set at The Fillmore
John Darnielle’s three-decades-running project The Mountain Goats has gone through many iterations and variations in its lifespan so far, and for many die-hards, the…
John Darnielle’s three-decades-running project The Mountain Goats has gone through many iterations and variations in its lifespan so far, and for many die-hards, the…
The Mountain Goats fully assemble for an elevated, expressive set at The Fillmore
John Darnielle’s three-decades-running project The Mountain Goats has gone through many iterations and variations in its lifespan so far, and for many die-hards, the…
Events
Animal Collective announce new record and US tour in 2022
Animal Collective announced today their new album Time Skiffs out via Domino on February 4th. With the new record released, Animal Collective will tour…
Animal Collective announced today their new album Time Skiffs out via Domino on February 4th. With the new record released, Animal Collective will tour…
Animal Collective announce new record and US tour in 2022
Animal Collective announced today their new album Time Skiffs out via Domino on February 4th. With the new record released, Animal Collective will tour…
WXPN Local
Modular On The Spot: A picnic for modular synthesis lovers and learners, in Philly and around the world
Month after month for almost five years now, Philadelphia musicians, listeners and technicians have gathered outside for Modular On The Spot. MOTS Philly is…
Month after month for almost five years now, Philadelphia musicians, listeners and technicians have gathered outside for Modular On The Spot. MOTS Philly is…
Modular On The Spot: A picnic for modular synthesis lovers and learners, in Philly and around the world
Month after month for almost five years now, Philadelphia musicians, listeners and technicians have gathered outside for Modular On The Spot. MOTS Philly is…
WXPN Local
XPoNential Analog: Revisiting our weekend of music and community on film
A month ago today, the XPN staff and community was collectively in the afterglow of a glorious weekend on the Camden Waterfront: the 2021…
A month ago today, the XPN staff and community was collectively in the afterglow of a glorious weekend on the Camden Waterfront: the 2021…
XPoNential Analog: Revisiting our weekend of music and community on film
A month ago today, the XPN staff and community was collectively in the afterglow of a glorious weekend on the Camden Waterfront: the 2021…
Recordings
Avey Tare of Animal Collective reimagines Spirit of the Beehive Track “It Might Take Some Time”
It’s common knowledge that Spirit of the Beehive’s latest album, ENTERTAINMENT, DEATH, is an absolute masterpiece. The band’s magnum opus, it’s an intoxicating blur…
It’s common knowledge that Spirit of the Beehive’s latest album, ENTERTAINMENT, DEATH, is an absolute masterpiece. The band’s magnum opus, it’s an intoxicating blur…
Avey Tare of Animal Collective reimagines Spirit of the Beehive Track “It Might Take Some Time”
It’s common knowledge that Spirit of the Beehive’s latest album, ENTERTAINMENT, DEATH, is an absolute masterpiece. The band’s magnum opus, it’s an intoxicating blur…
Recordings
Dan Campbell of The Wonder Years announces new solo album ‘Other People’s Lives’ with heartrending new single “Flight No. 5”
Over the past year and a half, joy has become a weird thing to talk about. Navigating the world amidst a pandemic, usually, it’s…
Over the past year and a half, joy has become a weird thing to talk about. Navigating the world amidst a pandemic, usually, it’s…
Dan Campbell of The Wonder Years announces new solo album ‘Other People’s Lives’ with heartrending new single “Flight No. 5”
Over the past year and a half, joy has become a weird thing to talk about. Navigating the world amidst a pandemic, usually, it’s…
Recordings
Full Bush talks about their new EP ‘Movie Night,’ out in December with release show at Johnny Brenda’s
Hard rock is making a popular comeback, and here to lead the charge in Philadelphia is Full Bush, a powerful foursome channeling their personal…
Hard rock is making a popular comeback, and here to lead the charge in Philadelphia is Full Bush, a powerful foursome channeling their personal…
Full Bush talks about their new EP ‘Movie Night,’ out in December with release show at Johnny Brenda’s
Hard rock is making a popular comeback, and here to lead the charge in Philadelphia is Full Bush, a powerful foursome channeling their personal…
Events
Grace Vonderkuhn will play the last Sunflower Philly show of the season
It only took until halfway through October, but it is finally starting to feel like fall. To celebrate the change of season, Grace Vonderkuhn…
It only took until halfway through October, but it is finally starting to feel like fall. To celebrate the change of season, Grace Vonderkuhn…
Grace Vonderkuhn will play the last Sunflower Philly show of the season
It only took until halfway through October, but it is finally starting to feel like fall. To celebrate the change of season, Grace Vonderkuhn…
Recordings
Courtney Barnett shares “Smile Real Pretty,” a punky and playful theme song for ‘Harriet the Spy’
Courtney Barnett is ready to rile up the next generation of wannabe spies with “Smile Real Nice.” The track is the theme song for…
Courtney Barnett is ready to rile up the next generation of wannabe spies with “Smile Real Nice.” The track is the theme song for…
Courtney Barnett shares “Smile Real Pretty,” a punky and playful theme song for ‘Harriet the Spy’
Courtney Barnett is ready to rile up the next generation of wannabe spies with “Smile Real Nice.” The track is the theme song for…
Events
18 concerts to see this week including Robert Finley, The Mountain Goats, Caroline Rose, Tigers Jaw and more
While the concert landscape in Philly never (COVID notwithstanding) hits those proverbial famine levels, this week is definitely a feast. In addition to super…
While the concert landscape in Philly never (COVID notwithstanding) hits those proverbial famine levels, this week is definitely a feast. In addition to super…
18 concerts to see this week including Robert Finley, The Mountain Goats, Caroline Rose, Tigers Jaw and more
While the concert landscape in Philly never (COVID notwithstanding) hits those proverbial famine levels, this week is definitely a feast. In addition to super…
Events
Jade Bird was introspective, vulnerable, and occasionally angry in her acoustic Free at Noon set
“Respect to those drinking!” Jade Bird said a few minutes into her Free at Noon performance today at World Cafe Life. “I guess it…
“Respect to those drinking!” Jade Bird said a few minutes into her Free at Noon performance today at World Cafe Life. “I guess it…
Jade Bird was introspective, vulnerable, and occasionally angry in her acoustic Free at Noon set
“Respect to those drinking!” Jade Bird said a few minutes into her Free at Noon performance today at World Cafe Life. “I guess it…
Recordings
Grocer drops thrashing new single “Comply” from Super Wimpy Punch benefit compilation tape
Self-described as “four pals dying on guitar music hill,” Grocer are modern-day martyrs. In our increasingly digital world, it seems like the perfect guitar…
Self-described as “four pals dying on guitar music hill,” Grocer are modern-day martyrs. In our increasingly digital world, it seems like the perfect guitar…
Grocer drops thrashing new single “Comply” from Super Wimpy Punch benefit compilation tape
Self-described as “four pals dying on guitar music hill,” Grocer are modern-day martyrs. In our increasingly digital world, it seems like the perfect guitar…
Recordings
Adele is back with new full length this fall, watch video for single “Easy On Me”
Adele wants you to know she’s “finally ready to put this album out.” She’s referring to, of course, 30, her first release since 2015’s…
Adele wants you to know she’s “finally ready to put this album out.” She’s referring to, of course, 30, her first release since 2015’s…
Adele is back with new full length this fall, watch video for single “Easy On Me”
Adele wants you to know she’s “finally ready to put this album out.” She’s referring to, of course, 30, her first release since 2015’s…
WXPN Local
Listen to Kitzy talk about Left Of The Dial’s journey on 25 O’Clock Podcast, watch The Lunar Year’s LOTD session
Debuting in early 2020, Left Of The Dial instantly made a name for itself. Hosted by Kitzy and Caleb, it has expanded from a…
Debuting in early 2020, Left Of The Dial instantly made a name for itself. Hosted by Kitzy and Caleb, it has expanded from a…
Listen to Kitzy talk about Left Of The Dial’s journey on 25 O’Clock Podcast, watch The Lunar Year’s LOTD session
Debuting in early 2020, Left Of The Dial instantly made a name for itself. Hosted by Kitzy and Caleb, it has expanded from a…
WXPN Local
The Skeleton Key: Everyday is Halloween so get spooky with a full calendar of shows, new goth and hardcore, the return of a band called Quarantine, and more
I’m no scientist but I have spent a lot of time reading about COVID-19, vaccines, masks, and the dangers of closed environments packed full…
I’m no scientist but I have spent a lot of time reading about COVID-19, vaccines, masks, and the dangers of closed environments packed full…
The Skeleton Key: Everyday is Halloween so get spooky with a full calendar of shows, new goth and hardcore, the return of a band called Quarantine, and more
I’m no scientist but I have spent a lot of time reading about COVID-19, vaccines, masks, and the dangers of closed environments packed full…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out October 15th
Your quest to find a bunch of new albums to enjoy has reached its thrilling conclusion (at least for this week). Jason Isbell recruits…
Your quest to find a bunch of new albums to enjoy has reached its thrilling conclusion (at least for this week). Jason Isbell recruits…
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out October 15th
Your quest to find a bunch of new albums to enjoy has reached its thrilling conclusion (at least for this week). Jason Isbell recruits…
News
Scenes from Philly Music Fest 2021
The annual Philly Music Fest touched down last week, showcasing 20 regional artists in six concerts at five independent venues over the course of…
The annual Philly Music Fest touched down last week, showcasing 20 regional artists in six concerts at five independent venues over the course of…
Scenes from Philly Music Fest 2021
The annual Philly Music Fest touched down last week, showcasing 20 regional artists in six concerts at five independent venues over the course of…
News
The First Days of World Cafe
The broadcast of the first live World Cafe on October 14, 1991, could not have been more tense, technologically challenged and different than the…
The broadcast of the first live World Cafe on October 14, 1991, could not have been more tense, technologically challenged and different than the…
The First Days of World Cafe
The broadcast of the first live World Cafe on October 14, 1991, could not have been more tense, technologically challenged and different than the…
News
The Key Studio Sessions: Dante Robinson and The It’s Lit Family Band
I first encountered the music of singer-songwriter Dante Robinson last spring, when he was a clear standout amid a flurry of Bandcamp Friday recommendations.…
I first encountered the music of singer-songwriter Dante Robinson last spring, when he was a clear standout amid a flurry of Bandcamp Friday recommendations.…
The Key Studio Sessions: Dante Robinson and The It’s Lit Family Band
I first encountered the music of singer-songwriter Dante Robinson last spring, when he was a clear standout amid a flurry of Bandcamp Friday recommendations.…
Recordings
Orion Sun’s new single “Concrete” explores connection to nature and family
Philly-rooted singer songwriter Orion Sun released new single “Concrete” today, along with a stunningly colorful music video with an analog aesthetic. The single is…
Philly-rooted singer songwriter Orion Sun released new single “Concrete” today, along with a stunningly colorful music video with an analog aesthetic. The single is…
Orion Sun’s new single “Concrete” explores connection to nature and family
Philly-rooted singer songwriter Orion Sun released new single “Concrete” today, along with a stunningly colorful music video with an analog aesthetic. The single is…
Recordings
Sunflower Bean return with “Baby Don’t Cry” and plans to get back on the road late this year
Mom+Pop Records sweethearts Sunflower Bean are riding a huge wave in their young career. In 2018, their sophomore record Twentytwo in Blue rose to…
Mom+Pop Records sweethearts Sunflower Bean are riding a huge wave in their young career. In 2018, their sophomore record Twentytwo in Blue rose to…
Sunflower Bean return with “Baby Don’t Cry” and plans to get back on the road late this year
Mom+Pop Records sweethearts Sunflower Bean are riding a huge wave in their young career. In 2018, their sophomore record Twentytwo in Blue rose to…
Events
A night of high-energy punk with Willow Smith and friends
This summer, Willow released her fourth studio album lately I feel EVERYTHING, and since then the young rock star has been traveling across the country…
This summer, Willow released her fourth studio album lately I feel EVERYTHING, and since then the young rock star has been traveling across the country…
A night of high-energy punk with Willow Smith and friends
This summer, Willow released her fourth studio album lately I feel EVERYTHING, and since then the young rock star has been traveling across the country…
Recordings
Madalean Gauze releases emotive new single “I feel like you’re making fun of me”
Madalean Gauze will send you back to the most tumultuous relationship you’ve ever been in. Her latest two-track single, “I feel like you’re making…
Madalean Gauze will send you back to the most tumultuous relationship you’ve ever been in. Her latest two-track single, “I feel like you’re making…
Madalean Gauze releases emotive new single “I feel like you’re making fun of me”
Madalean Gauze will send you back to the most tumultuous relationship you’ve ever been in. Her latest two-track single, “I feel like you’re making…
Recordings
Marissa Paternoster announces first album under her own name, shares lead single “White Dove”
Marissa Paternoster of Screaming Females and Noun announced today a new solo record called Peace Meter. The new record, which is the first to…
Marissa Paternoster of Screaming Females and Noun announced today a new solo record called Peace Meter. The new record, which is the first to…
Marissa Paternoster announces first album under her own name, shares lead single “White Dove”
Marissa Paternoster of Screaming Females and Noun announced today a new solo record called Peace Meter. The new record, which is the first to…
Recordings
Get to know Philly singer-songwriter imani! in her debut single “Plant Song”
Earlier this year, I caught a solid cover of Phoebe Bridgers’ “Kyoto” circulating my social media feed, home-recorded by Philly artist imani!…which, yes, that…
Earlier this year, I caught a solid cover of Phoebe Bridgers’ “Kyoto” circulating my social media feed, home-recorded by Philly artist imani!…which, yes, that…
Get to know Philly singer-songwriter imani! in her debut single “Plant Song”
Earlier this year, I caught a solid cover of Phoebe Bridgers’ “Kyoto” circulating my social media feed, home-recorded by Philly artist imani!…which, yes, that…
News
Keys & The Never Before’s heart-stopping “Prefontane” video is a nightmare in Wynnewood
When singer Jeremy Keys delivered lyrics about the need to keep on running in “Prefontaine,” it seemed to be a metaphor for facing the…
When singer Jeremy Keys delivered lyrics about the need to keep on running in “Prefontaine,” it seemed to be a metaphor for facing the…
Keys & The Never Before’s heart-stopping “Prefontane” video is a nightmare in Wynnewood
When singer Jeremy Keys delivered lyrics about the need to keep on running in “Prefontaine,” it seemed to be a metaphor for facing the…
Recordings
Trap Rabbit, Maxfield Gast, and Tatyana release jazz-infused new single “This Once Was Out Of Shape”
Despite their moniker, Trap Rabbit makes lush and intricate music that is as far away from trap as you can get. While the name…
Despite their moniker, Trap Rabbit makes lush and intricate music that is as far away from trap as you can get. While the name…
Trap Rabbit, Maxfield Gast, and Tatyana release jazz-infused new single “This Once Was Out Of Shape”
Despite their moniker, Trap Rabbit makes lush and intricate music that is as far away from trap as you can get. While the name…
News
Shamir’s new single “Gay Agenda” is empowering and unapologetic
At this point, it seems like there’s nothing Shamir can’t do. Following the release of his self-titled album in 2020, the multi-disciplinary artist has…
At this point, it seems like there’s nothing Shamir can’t do. Following the release of his self-titled album in 2020, the multi-disciplinary artist has…
Shamir’s new single “Gay Agenda” is empowering and unapologetic
At this point, it seems like there’s nothing Shamir can’t do. Following the release of his self-titled album in 2020, the multi-disciplinary artist has…
Recordings
Rashied Ali and his quintet push against the grain on ‘First Time Out: Live at Slug’s 1967’
In her 1977 book, As Serious As Your Life: Black Music And The Free Jazz Revolution 1957-1977, journalist and photographer Val Wilmer gives a…
In her 1977 book, As Serious As Your Life: Black Music And The Free Jazz Revolution 1957-1977, journalist and photographer Val Wilmer gives a…
Rashied Ali and his quintet push against the grain on ‘First Time Out: Live at Slug’s 1967’
In her 1977 book, As Serious As Your Life: Black Music And The Free Jazz Revolution 1957-1977, journalist and photographer Val Wilmer gives a…
Artists
Armani White is back and feeling grateful with his new EP ‘Things We Lost in the Fire’
The last time I spoke to Armani White, I talked to him about his early beginnings as a hip-hop artist, his album Keep In Touch,…
The last time I spoke to Armani White, I talked to him about his early beginnings as a hip-hop artist, his album Keep In Touch,…
Armani White is back and feeling grateful with his new EP ‘Things We Lost in the Fire’
The last time I spoke to Armani White, I talked to him about his early beginnings as a hip-hop artist, his album Keep In Touch,…
Recordings
Chynna’s posthumous debut album ‘drug opera’ is a bittersweet symphony
drug opera, the new posthumous release from West Philly’s own Chynna Rodgers — aka Chynna — is a glaring example of an extremely talented…
drug opera, the new posthumous release from West Philly’s own Chynna Rodgers — aka Chynna — is a glaring example of an extremely talented…
Chynna’s posthumous debut album ‘drug opera’ is a bittersweet symphony
drug opera, the new posthumous release from West Philly’s own Chynna Rodgers — aka Chynna — is a glaring example of an extremely talented…
Events
Nine concerts to see this week including St. Vincent, John Legend, Jade Bird, Lukas Nelson and more
Coming off a massive few weeks of shows, between XPoNential and Firefly and Philly Music Fest, a chill week is in order. But when…
Coming off a massive few weeks of shows, between XPoNential and Firefly and Philly Music Fest, a chill week is in order. But when…
Nine concerts to see this week including St. Vincent, John Legend, Jade Bird, Lukas Nelson and more
Coming off a massive few weeks of shows, between XPoNential and Firefly and Philly Music Fest, a chill week is in order. But when…
Recordings
DJ Sega shares a KDU EMM warmup mix on XPN Local
Drexel’s student-run radio station WDKU is closing in on the first 24 hours of its annual Electronic Music Marathon, which runs nonstop through Monday…
Drexel’s student-run radio station WDKU is closing in on the first 24 hours of its annual Electronic Music Marathon, which runs nonstop through Monday…
DJ Sega shares a KDU EMM warmup mix on XPN Local
Drexel’s student-run radio station WDKU is closing in on the first 24 hours of its annual Electronic Music Marathon, which runs nonstop through Monday…
Events
Bilal celebrates the 20th anniversary of ‘1st Born Second’ with a Philly soulful night at City Winery
This past summer Philly’s own Bilal’s celebrated the 20th anniversary of his album 1st Born Second. In 2001, the soulful crooner from Germantown made…
This past summer Philly’s own Bilal’s celebrated the 20th anniversary of his album 1st Born Second. In 2001, the soulful crooner from Germantown made…
Bilal celebrates the 20th anniversary of ‘1st Born Second’ with a Philly soulful night at City Winery
This past summer Philly’s own Bilal’s celebrated the 20th anniversary of his album 1st Born Second. In 2001, the soulful crooner from Germantown made…
Events
Listen to Hamilton Leithauser debut new music and bring ‘The Loves of Your Life’ to Free at Noon
After fronting The Walkmen for 13 years, New York’s Hamilton Leithauser has become an esteemed singer-songwriter — and over the past year and change,…
After fronting The Walkmen for 13 years, New York’s Hamilton Leithauser has become an esteemed singer-songwriter — and over the past year and change,…
Listen to Hamilton Leithauser debut new music and bring ‘The Loves of Your Life’ to Free at Noon
After fronting The Walkmen for 13 years, New York’s Hamilton Leithauser has become an esteemed singer-songwriter — and over the past year and change,…
Events
Miss #XPNFest? Flash back to our weekend on the Camden Waterfront with this XPoNential Music Festival video playlist
From the Funky Friday opening with Wilmington’s Hoochi Coochi all the way to a Sunday evening sundown with Shovels and Rove, the 2021 XPoNential…
From the Funky Friday opening with Wilmington’s Hoochi Coochi all the way to a Sunday evening sundown with Shovels and Rove, the 2021 XPoNential…
Miss #XPNFest? Flash back to our weekend on the Camden Waterfront with this XPoNential Music Festival video playlist
From the Funky Friday opening with Wilmington’s Hoochi Coochi all the way to a Sunday evening sundown with Shovels and Rove, the 2021 XPoNential…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 9 New Albums out October 8th!
Familiar favorites and celebrated songwriters highlight this week’s batch of newly released albums. Recent XPNFest headliners (and even more recent World Cafe guests) The…
Familiar favorites and celebrated songwriters highlight this week’s batch of newly released albums. Recent XPNFest headliners (and even more recent World Cafe guests) The…
PRESS PLAY: 9 New Albums out October 8th!
Familiar favorites and celebrated songwriters highlight this week’s batch of newly released albums. Recent XPNFest headliners (and even more recent World Cafe guests) The…
Artists
Catching up with Deer Scout
The first time I saw Deer Scout play, I was 22 and freshly out of college. I had moved to New York City earlier…
The first time I saw Deer Scout play, I was 22 and freshly out of college. I had moved to New York City earlier…
Catching up with Deer Scout
The first time I saw Deer Scout play, I was 22 and freshly out of college. I had moved to New York City earlier…
Recordings
The Key Studio Sessions: Amanda Blank
This week marks the formal return of The Key Studio Sessions here at XPN, and for the occasion, we’re going to travel back almost…
This week marks the formal return of The Key Studio Sessions here at XPN, and for the occasion, we’re going to travel back almost…
The Key Studio Sessions: Amanda Blank
This week marks the formal return of The Key Studio Sessions here at XPN, and for the occasion, we’re going to travel back almost…
Recordings
Watch Ali Awan perform “Sticky Sneakers” as part of Small Songs, a global session series
Philly indie rocker Ali Awan is the most recent performer to debut a session on Small Songs, a session series directed by Cole Mitchek…
Philly indie rocker Ali Awan is the most recent performer to debut a session on Small Songs, a session series directed by Cole Mitchek…
Watch Ali Awan perform “Sticky Sneakers” as part of Small Songs, a global session series
Philly indie rocker Ali Awan is the most recent performer to debut a session on Small Songs, a session series directed by Cole Mitchek…
Events
Speedy Ortiz comes to Sunflower Philly for an end-of-season banger
As the chill in the air starts to hang around more permanently, outdoor concert season is coming to a close. And Sunflower Philly, the…
As the chill in the air starts to hang around more permanently, outdoor concert season is coming to a close. And Sunflower Philly, the…
Speedy Ortiz comes to Sunflower Philly for an end-of-season banger
As the chill in the air starts to hang around more permanently, outdoor concert season is coming to a close. And Sunflower Philly, the…
Events
Red Hot Chili Peppers will headline Citizens Bank Park with The Strokes and Thundercat
Talk about a freaking lineup, in more ways than one. This week, alt-rock favorites Red Hot Chili Peppers announced they were reuniting their golden-era…
Talk about a freaking lineup, in more ways than one. This week, alt-rock favorites Red Hot Chili Peppers announced they were reuniting their golden-era…
Red Hot Chili Peppers will headline Citizens Bank Park with The Strokes and Thundercat
Talk about a freaking lineup, in more ways than one. This week, alt-rock favorites Red Hot Chili Peppers announced they were reuniting their golden-era…
Recordings
Kristine Leschper of Mothers releases raw and rhythmic new track “Figure And I”
Kristine Leschper is officially hanging up her sad girl hat. While she has spent the past 8 years releasing emotive and atmospheric indie under…
Kristine Leschper is officially hanging up her sad girl hat. While she has spent the past 8 years releasing emotive and atmospheric indie under…
Kristine Leschper of Mothers releases raw and rhythmic new track “Figure And I”
Kristine Leschper is officially hanging up her sad girl hat. While she has spent the past 8 years releasing emotive and atmospheric indie under…
News
Travis touring for the 20th anniversary of ‘The Invisible Band,’ playing The Keswick in 2022
Age may be just a number, but Travis is determined to make the 20 year anniversary of their 9x certified Platinum album, The Invisible…
Age may be just a number, but Travis is determined to make the 20 year anniversary of their 9x certified Platinum album, The Invisible…
Travis touring for the 20th anniversary of ‘The Invisible Band,’ playing The Keswick in 2022
Age may be just a number, but Travis is determined to make the 20 year anniversary of their 9x certified Platinum album, The Invisible…
Events
The Funkitorium and friends will play Funktoberfest, an all-day music and beer festival at Attic Brewing this Saturday
Your October is about to get a whole lot groovier, thanks to the folks at Attic Brewing Company. The Germantown brewery will be hosting…
Your October is about to get a whole lot groovier, thanks to the folks at Attic Brewing Company. The Germantown brewery will be hosting…
The Funkitorium and friends will play Funktoberfest, an all-day music and beer festival at Attic Brewing this Saturday
Your October is about to get a whole lot groovier, thanks to the folks at Attic Brewing Company. The Germantown brewery will be hosting…
News
King of The Queen: Marcus King Band delivers a sold out show in Wilmington
Tuesday evening, The Marcus King Band rocked The Queen in Wilmington for a sold-out night of Americana, rock n blues, and especially impressive solos…
Tuesday evening, The Marcus King Band rocked The Queen in Wilmington for a sold-out night of Americana, rock n blues, and especially impressive solos…
King of The Queen: Marcus King Band delivers a sold out show in Wilmington
Tuesday evening, The Marcus King Band rocked The Queen in Wilmington for a sold-out night of Americana, rock n blues, and especially impressive solos…
Recordings
The Districts will release ‘Great American Painting’ LP this winter; watch the “I Want To Feel It All” video
On the heels of their North American run with Modest Mouse, Philly rockers The Districts shared news today that they will release their fifth…
On the heels of their North American run with Modest Mouse, Philly rockers The Districts shared news today that they will release their fifth…
The Districts will release ‘Great American Painting’ LP this winter; watch the “I Want To Feel It All” video
On the heels of their North American run with Modest Mouse, Philly rockers The Districts shared news today that they will release their fifth…
Events
Mitski shares new song “Working For The Knife,” will play Franklin Music Hall on 2022 tour
Indie singer-songwriter Mitski has re-emerged from hiatus. After going mostly off the grid once her tour cycle for 2018’s acclaimed Be The Cowboy LP…
Indie singer-songwriter Mitski has re-emerged from hiatus. After going mostly off the grid once her tour cycle for 2018’s acclaimed Be The Cowboy LP…
Mitski shares new song “Working For The Knife,” will play Franklin Music Hall on 2022 tour
Indie singer-songwriter Mitski has re-emerged from hiatus. After going mostly off the grid once her tour cycle for 2018’s acclaimed Be The Cowboy LP…
Events
Big Thief gave a transcendent performance at Union Transfer
Big Thief has made massive strides in the music industry since making their debut in 2016 with Masterpiece. The name of their first record…
Big Thief has made massive strides in the music industry since making their debut in 2016 with Masterpiece. The name of their first record…
Big Thief gave a transcendent performance at Union Transfer
Big Thief has made massive strides in the music industry since making their debut in 2016 with Masterpiece. The name of their first record…
Recordings
Feeble Little Horse deliver biting lead single “Drama Queen”
On their latest single, Feeble Little Horse promised drama, and that’s exactly what they deliver. The follow-up to their EP “Modern Tourism,” “Drama Queen”…
On their latest single, Feeble Little Horse promised drama, and that’s exactly what they deliver. The follow-up to their EP “Modern Tourism,” “Drama Queen”…
Feeble Little Horse deliver biting lead single “Drama Queen”
On their latest single, Feeble Little Horse promised drama, and that’s exactly what they deliver. The follow-up to their EP “Modern Tourism,” “Drama Queen”…
Events
10 concerts to see this week including Courtney Marie Andrews, Nothing, Body Meat, KRS-One and more
It’s a busy week for music in Philadelphia, and we easily could have recommended another ten shows for you to see; particularly since Philly…
It’s a busy week for music in Philadelphia, and we easily could have recommended another ten shows for you to see; particularly since Philly…
10 concerts to see this week including Courtney Marie Andrews, Nothing, Body Meat, KRS-One and more
It’s a busy week for music in Philadelphia, and we easily could have recommended another ten shows for you to see; particularly since Philly…
Events
Samia spins sad songs into pure, unfiltered joy at Johnny Brenda’s
The power behind New York-based songstress Samia is almost unfairly understated on her debut LP, 2020’s The Baby. But seeing these songs brought to…
The power behind New York-based songstress Samia is almost unfairly understated on her debut LP, 2020’s The Baby. But seeing these songs brought to…
Samia spins sad songs into pure, unfiltered joy at Johnny Brenda’s
The power behind New York-based songstress Samia is almost unfairly understated on her debut LP, 2020’s The Baby. But seeing these songs brought to…
Events
WKDU celebrates the 17th annual Electronic Music Marathon October 8th to the 11th
Initially designed as a radio class project in 1997, WKDU’s Electronic Music Marathon has evolved into a highly anticipated annual event. This year, the…
Initially designed as a radio class project in 1997, WKDU’s Electronic Music Marathon has evolved into a highly anticipated annual event. This year, the…
WKDU celebrates the 17th annual Electronic Music Marathon October 8th to the 11th
Initially designed as a radio class project in 1997, WKDU’s Electronic Music Marathon has evolved into a highly anticipated annual event. This year, the…
Free At Noon
An explosive Heartless Bastards set marks the return to in-person Free at Noon
“We’re back!” shouted Dan Reed at the top of today’s Free at Noon — XPN’s first in-person midday concert in 574 days — and…
“We’re back!” shouted Dan Reed at the top of today’s Free at Noon — XPN’s first in-person midday concert in 574 days — and…
An explosive Heartless Bastards set marks the return to in-person Free at Noon
“We’re back!” shouted Dan Reed at the top of today’s Free at Noon — XPN’s first in-person midday concert in 574 days — and…
Recordings
Ten releases from Philly artists to support on Bandcamp Friday
It’s the start of another month, and that means our regular Bandcamp Friday shopping spree — your chance to buy local while shopping digitally.…
It’s the start of another month, and that means our regular Bandcamp Friday shopping spree — your chance to buy local while shopping digitally.…
Ten releases from Philly artists to support on Bandcamp Friday
It’s the start of another month, and that means our regular Bandcamp Friday shopping spree — your chance to buy local while shopping digitally.…
WXPN Local
The Skeleton Key: Get into Rocktober with Philly Music Fest, new tunes from Ghosh and Irreversible Entanglements, and a whole lot more
Was everything this busy two years ago? I’m not being hyperbolic, that’s an honest question! I don’t know if it’s due to taking all…
Was everything this busy two years ago? I’m not being hyperbolic, that’s an honest question! I don’t know if it’s due to taking all…
The Skeleton Key: Get into Rocktober with Philly Music Fest, new tunes from Ghosh and Irreversible Entanglements, and a whole lot more
Was everything this busy two years ago? I’m not being hyperbolic, that’s an honest question! I don’t know if it’s due to taking all…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out October 1st!
The dawn of a new month brings a bounty of new albums for October! Brandi Carlile‘s In These Silent Days is the long-awaited followup…
The dawn of a new month brings a bounty of new albums for October! Brandi Carlile‘s In These Silent Days is the long-awaited followup…
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out October 1st!
The dawn of a new month brings a bounty of new albums for October! Brandi Carlile‘s In These Silent Days is the long-awaited followup…
Free At Noon
Interludes: A true story of grief and love at Free at Noon
Catherine Ricketts was on XPN’s staff in 2013-2015. In this essay, she recalls how her weekly encounters with music during the Free at Noon…
Catherine Ricketts was on XPN’s staff in 2013-2015. In this essay, she recalls how her weekly encounters with music during the Free at Noon…
Interludes: A true story of grief and love at Free at Noon
Catherine Ricketts was on XPN’s staff in 2013-2015. In this essay, she recalls how her weekly encounters with music during the Free at Noon…
Artists
Finding Your Rhythm: Barbara Duncan learns and leads from behind the drumkit
Let’s not tokenize her. Yeah, she’s a female. Yeah, she’s a drummer. And yeah, she fits into those identities both simultaneously and separately, but…
Let’s not tokenize her. Yeah, she’s a female. Yeah, she’s a drummer. And yeah, she fits into those identities both simultaneously and separately, but…
Finding Your Rhythm: Barbara Duncan learns and leads from behind the drumkit
Let’s not tokenize her. Yeah, she’s a female. Yeah, she’s a drummer. And yeah, she fits into those identities both simultaneously and separately, but…
Recordings
Watch Empath crash the New York State Fair in their new “Born 100 Times” video
Trippy Philly four-piece Empath made a lot of noise a couple years back with Active Listening: Night On Earth, and today are back with…
Trippy Philly four-piece Empath made a lot of noise a couple years back with Active Listening: Night On Earth, and today are back with…
Watch Empath crash the New York State Fair in their new “Born 100 Times” video
Trippy Philly four-piece Empath made a lot of noise a couple years back with Active Listening: Night On Earth, and today are back with…
Events
Watch Screamcloud’s new lyric video for “Let’s Break Something” off forthcoming debut LP
Days before the release of their debut full-length album, post-punk rockers Screamcloud released a video for their single, “Let’s Break Something.” The video features…
Days before the release of their debut full-length album, post-punk rockers Screamcloud released a video for their single, “Let’s Break Something.” The video features…
Watch Screamcloud’s new lyric video for “Let’s Break Something” off forthcoming debut LP
Days before the release of their debut full-length album, post-punk rockers Screamcloud released a video for their single, “Let’s Break Something.” The video features…
News
Watch Japanese Breakfast perform “Better the Mask,” her favorite song from Sable score
Today Japanese Breakfast shared a live in-studio video for “Better the Mask,” a song from frontperson Michelle Zauner’s score for Sable, an open world…
Today Japanese Breakfast shared a live in-studio video for “Better the Mask,” a song from frontperson Michelle Zauner’s score for Sable, an open world…
Watch Japanese Breakfast perform “Better the Mask,” her favorite song from Sable score
Today Japanese Breakfast shared a live in-studio video for “Better the Mask,” a song from frontperson Michelle Zauner’s score for Sable, an open world…
News
Porchfest comes to Lambertville, NJ this weekend
Porchestfest is back in Lambertville, NJ on October 2nd. The DIY music festival, which has spread to over 100 cities including Philadelphia, features musicians…
Porchestfest is back in Lambertville, NJ on October 2nd. The DIY music festival, which has spread to over 100 cities including Philadelphia, features musicians…
Porchfest comes to Lambertville, NJ this weekend
Porchestfest is back in Lambertville, NJ on October 2nd. The DIY music festival, which has spread to over 100 cities including Philadelphia, features musicians…
Events
Baroness’ all-request fall tour will end with two nights at Kung Fu Necktie in December
Philly-via-Savannah heavy rock four-piece Baroness are taking to the road for the first time since the pandemic, and this fall’s run of shows have…
Philly-via-Savannah heavy rock four-piece Baroness are taking to the road for the first time since the pandemic, and this fall’s run of shows have…
Baroness’ all-request fall tour will end with two nights at Kung Fu Necktie in December
Philly-via-Savannah heavy rock four-piece Baroness are taking to the road for the first time since the pandemic, and this fall’s run of shows have…
Events
American Trappist is throwing a belated album release party for ‘The Gate’ at Johnny Brenda’s with Grace Vonderkuhn and Lily McKown
A year and a half after releasing their terrific third album The Gate, NJ-based indie rock outfit American Trappist will finally throw a proper…
A year and a half after releasing their terrific third album The Gate, NJ-based indie rock outfit American Trappist will finally throw a proper…
American Trappist is throwing a belated album release party for ‘The Gate’ at Johnny Brenda’s with Grace Vonderkuhn and Lily McKown
A year and a half after releasing their terrific third album The Gate, NJ-based indie rock outfit American Trappist will finally throw a proper…
Events
Cheers Elephant will play World Cafe Live for their first hometown show in seven years
We took it as something of a good sign this spring when Cheers Elephant posted to their Instagram page for the first time in…
We took it as something of a good sign this spring when Cheers Elephant posted to their Instagram page for the first time in…
Cheers Elephant will play World Cafe Live for their first hometown show in seven years
We took it as something of a good sign this spring when Cheers Elephant posted to their Instagram page for the first time in…
News
Bob Dylan will play back-to-back shows at The Met in November
No one is more fitting to help The Met ease back into live music than Bob Dylan. The folk-rock icon was the first act…
No one is more fitting to help The Met ease back into live music than Bob Dylan. The folk-rock icon was the first act…
Bob Dylan will play back-to-back shows at The Met in November
No one is more fitting to help The Met ease back into live music than Bob Dylan. The folk-rock icon was the first act…
News
Tool will headline Wells Fargo Center in 2022
Tool are ready to finish what they started, according to lead singer Maynard James Keenan. The band has announced a sweeping 2022 tour throughout…
Tool are ready to finish what they started, according to lead singer Maynard James Keenan. The band has announced a sweeping 2022 tour throughout…
Tool will headline Wells Fargo Center in 2022
Tool are ready to finish what they started, according to lead singer Maynard James Keenan. The band has announced a sweeping 2022 tour throughout…
Recordings
Irreversible Entanglements takes an impressionistic look at the slave trade and its aftermath on “Lágrimas Del Mar”
The east coast free-jazz ensemble Irreversible Entanglements performs next week at Philly Music Fest, giving the local crowd a taste of their next album…
The east coast free-jazz ensemble Irreversible Entanglements performs next week at Philly Music Fest, giving the local crowd a taste of their next album…
Irreversible Entanglements takes an impressionistic look at the slave trade and its aftermath on “Lágrimas Del Mar”
The east coast free-jazz ensemble Irreversible Entanglements performs next week at Philly Music Fest, giving the local crowd a taste of their next album…
Recordings
Listen to Bartees Strange, Eric Slick, and Ohmme cover TV On The Radio, Anjimile cover Beverly Glenn-Copeland
Sylvan Esso’s Durham-based indie label Psychic Hotline runs a recurring split single series, and their latest installment finds a cross section of artists we…
Sylvan Esso’s Durham-based indie label Psychic Hotline runs a recurring split single series, and their latest installment finds a cross section of artists we…
Listen to Bartees Strange, Eric Slick, and Ohmme cover TV On The Radio, Anjimile cover Beverly Glenn-Copeland
Sylvan Esso’s Durham-based indie label Psychic Hotline runs a recurring split single series, and their latest installment finds a cross section of artists we…
Events
Geese drops angsty new single “Projector,” will play Johnny Brenda’s on their 2022 tour
Geese will do whatever it takes to make music. For their latest album, Projector, due out on October 29 via Partisan Records, the buzzing…
Geese will do whatever it takes to make music. For their latest album, Projector, due out on October 29 via Partisan Records, the buzzing…
Geese drops angsty new single “Projector,” will play Johnny Brenda’s on their 2022 tour
Geese will do whatever it takes to make music. For their latest album, Projector, due out on October 29 via Partisan Records, the buzzing…
Recordings
Buzzard Buzzard Buzzard delivers infectious glam-rock on new single “You”
Buzzard Buzzard Buzzard is this generation’s T. Rex. Their glam rock and over-the-top antics make them instant icons. The Wales-based band who played a…
Buzzard Buzzard Buzzard is this generation’s T. Rex. Their glam rock and over-the-top antics make them instant icons. The Wales-based band who played a…
Buzzard Buzzard Buzzard delivers infectious glam-rock on new single “You”
Buzzard Buzzard Buzzard is this generation’s T. Rex. Their glam rock and over-the-top antics make them instant icons. The Wales-based band who played a…
News
Firefly On The Fly: Ending on a day four high with Lizzo, Megan Thee Stallion, Sofi Tukker, Orion Sun and more
The last day of Firefly was a long haul, starting out in the noon hour and going all the way through to midnight. I…
The last day of Firefly was a long haul, starting out in the noon hour and going all the way through to midnight. I…
Firefly On The Fly: Ending on a day four high with Lizzo, Megan Thee Stallion, Sofi Tukker, Orion Sun and more
The last day of Firefly was a long haul, starting out in the noon hour and going all the way through to midnight. I…