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Music

Frankie Beverly singing
Arts & Entertainment

Frankie Beverly, Philly music legend, says farewell in final hometown concert

The Philly-native singer is retiring after 50 years. He said goodbye to fans at the Dell Music Center earlier this month, where $25,000 was donated to local students.

1 year ago

Listen 1:49
Questlove headshot
Arts & Entertainment

In an industry of conformity, Philly native Questlove remains a hip-hop iconoclast

In a new interview, Questlove reveals why Drake vs. Kendrick was so triggering, how he regained his passion for hip-hop and what to expect from the new Roots album.

2 years ago

Porchfest attendees watch a band
Arts & Entertainment

Photo essay: West Philly Porchfest fills the neighborhood with cool tunes and good vibes

The neighborhood’s annual DIY festival didn’t disappoint, with dozens of performances dotting the neighborhood Saturday.

2 years ago

Listen 1:21
Tierra Whack and her band with the Phanatic
Arts & Entertainment

Tierra Whack: NPR Tiny Desk Concert

The Philly rapper gave playful, grade school shenanigans in her Tiny Desk featuring a surprise visit from the Phillie Phanatic.

2 years ago

African heritage dancers perform at Philadelphia's Odunde Festival.
Arts & Entertainment

Odunde, art festivals and Pride events this weekend in Philly

The Odunde Festival, Art for the Cash Poor and West Philly Porchfest are some of the things happening this weekend.

2 years ago

There Was Nothing You Could Do: Bruce Springsteen’s “Born In The U.S.A.” and the End of the Heartland by Steven Hyden
Studio 2
Arts & Entertainment

Bruce Springsteen’s “Born in the U.S.A.” anniversary, UArts in Philadelphia closing

The legendary album of the Boss turns 40 and we reflect on the impact of Bruce Springsteen's music and what it says about our region, country, politics and more.

Air Date: June 4, 2024 12:00 pm

Listen 50:03
Attendees watching a show and smiling at the camera
Arts & Entertainment

Celebrating Black joy: The enduring appeal of the Roots Picnic

The Roots hosted the 15th iteration of their iconic Philly music festival with performances from Jill Scott, André 3000 and more.

2 years ago

Jill Scott returned to her Alma mater for an unveiling of a mural featuring her, and young scholars from Girls' High, on May 30, 2024. (Amanda Fitzpatrick/WHYY)
Community

An emotional Jill Scott couldn’t hold back tears as she caught a glimpse of the new mural set to feature her at her alma mater

On "Jill Scott Day," the Grammy Award winner was honored with the unveiling of a 900-square-foot mural that will go up on the school's facade.

2 years ago

Those enjoying the LadyBug Music Festival sat at one of the festival's designated rest spots, where food vendors await, during the 2023 event. (Courtesy of Moonloop Photography)
Arts & Entertainment

Ladybug Music Festival returns to Wilmington to empower women in music and address gender inequality

The annual festival returns Friday with a lineup of more than 30 women artists spanning the genres of hip-hop, R&B, rock and country.

2 years ago

Listen 1:12
Talia Schlanger on stage
Arts & Entertainment

Former ‘World Cafe’ host Talia Schlanger embraces emotional truth in her debut album, ‘Grace for the Going’

Talia Schlanger once interviewed performers for a living — Sting, Lizzo, Macy Gray and Willie Nelson among them. Now she’s on the other side of the microphone.

2 years ago

Listen 7:58
Waxahatchee by a tree
Community

Philly Music Fest returns this October with 21 different acts across 7 days

This year’s festival will feature headliners Waxahatchee on Oct. 22 and singer-songwriter Amos Lee on Oct. 24.

2 years ago

Listen 0:52
Serban Petrescu and Tatyana Roytshteyn’s younger daughter, Alexandra (9) in this photo at a studio recital, with their older daughter Beatrice playing the piano at Widener University. (Courtesy of Serban Petrescu and Tatyana Roytshteyn)
The Pulse
Science

For scientists, musical giftedness remains an enigma of human biology

Researcher Dawn Merrett at the International Laboratory for Brain, Music and Sound Research in Montreal is one of many scientists looking for answers.

2 years ago

Listen 9:14
Frankie Beverly, Maze
Arts & Entertainment
6abc

Germantown street renamed in honor of Philadelphia musical icon

"You guys have taken me and made me what I am today," music legend Frankie Beverly told the crowd at the Dell Music Center.

2 years ago

Vinyl sales are trending with a new age group firing into the trend. Surprise, many don't even own a record player.
Studio 2
Arts & Entertainment

The music industry – from vinyl to AI, native plants and invasive species

AI is disrupting the industry, musicians are making less for their art thanks to streaming services. Join us for a panel on the state of music.

Air Date: May 16, 2024 12:00 pm

Listen 49:47
Johnson Cano and Ryan Bradford
Arts & Entertainment

Love in a time of dementia: ‘A Song by Mahler’ combines science and music

A piece of music theater by Marc Neikrug, about the role of music in dementia therapy, makes its Philly premiere.

2 years ago

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