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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…

By Josh Leidy

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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…

By Paige Walter

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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…

By Eric Schuman

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Dylan Cartlidge gives a kinetic one-person Free at Noon performance

By WXPN

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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…

By John Morrison

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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…

By Eric Schuman

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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…

By Eric Schuman

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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,…

By Eric Schuman

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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…

By Eric Schuman