Music
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A&E in FishtownSHOW PREVIEW: Cymbals Eat Guitars, Field Mouse and Wildhoney at Johnny Brenda’s
Local Show Preview Upcoming on Sunday, October 16 at Johnny Brendas, you can catch what is sure to be a thumpin’ good show with Cymbals Eat Guitars, Field Mouse,…
Justin Helm | 10/05/2016 -
A&E in FishtownCheck Out RJD2 Tomorrow Night At The Foundry
Few names in the electronic and DJ scene carry as much weight as the prolific man of many hats, RJD2. Having collaborated with everyone from Massive Attack to Yo La Tengo,…
Justin Helm | 09/29/2016 -
Education in KensingtonReady to Rock? For 7 Years Running, Rock to the Future Has Nurtured Young Musicians
Not every local musician can cite that they’ve performed at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland or hit the court for a performance at a Philadelphia…
Amy Strauss | 09/22/2016 -
Features in Strawberry MansionRemembering the Coltrane Legacy in Philadelphia
John William Coltrane, one of the most innovative jazz artists in history, was born September 23, 1926. While most jazz lovers know that Coltrane started his professional career in…
Marilyn Kai Jewett | 09/21/2016 -
A&EColtrane At 90: Nine Days of Celebration and Music Starts Tomorrow!
In conjunction with Temple University Libraries, WRTI, PhillyCAM, Jazz Near You and other partners, Philadelphia Jazz Project will be hosting a 90th birthday celebration honoring prolific jazz artist John Coltrane.…
Jordyn Cordner | 09/16/2016 -
A&E in KensingtonMUSIC ROW: Birthday Ponies, Kensington Indie Rockers
Birthday Ponies: Kensington’s Indie Rockers According to vocalist/bassist Alex Tilson, Birthday Ponies’ sound rests somewhere “between Fugazi and indie rock.” This Kensington-based post-indie band also calls their neighborhood “musician…
Jordyn Cordner | 08/25/2016 -
Features in Northern LibertiesRekindling The Fire: 16-Year-Old NoLibs Music Venue Set For Comeback Show This Saturday
Derek Dorsey is looking to make a big statement. Just a week shy of The Fire’s relaunch party on Aug. 13, I touched base with its longtime talent buyer and…
Amy Strauss | 08/10/2016 -
A&E in FishtownWho Knew? Dillinger Escape Plan is Playing Kung Fu Necktie and Their Bassist Lives in Fishtown
Early last month, Kung Fu Necktie flashed the news that Dillinger Escape Plan would be taking stage on August 10. Receiving an instant surge of backlash, comments flooded their…
Amy Strauss | 08/03/2016 -
A&EMUSIC ROW: Mannequin Pussy and The Claypool Lennon Delirium
ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Mannequin Pussy After being friends for over twenty years, longtime friends Marisa Dabice and Thanasi Paul decided to form the creation that would soon become Mannequin Pussy…
Justin Helm | 07/27/2016 -
A&E in Cecil B. MooreJazz on the Ave: Jazz Musical Festival Celebrating Its 10th Year at Broad and Cecil B. Moore
Saturday, July 30th will be the aluminum anniversary of the “Jazz on the Ave” Musical Festival when Beech Community Services hosts the tenth annual event. Between Broad and 17th Street,…
Spencer Homan | 07/27/2016 -
A&E in Northern LibertiesLOCAL BAND INTERVIEW: Northern Liberties’ Jank
Like many other cities in the country, Philadelphia is experiencing a resurgence of punk rock. One of these up-and-coming punk groups is Jank. [caption id="attachment_10305" align="aligncenter" width="900"] Jank[/caption] If Into…
Justin Helm | 07/18/2016 -
Family in FairmountTOMORROW: Kidchella Concert Coming to Smith Memorial Playground
For youngsters who are ready to rock, Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse will be hosting an event on Friday, July 15th: The 3rd annual Kidchella, an annual children’s concert. “[Kidchella]…
Jordyn Cordner | 07/14/2016