
Music
WHYY’s Lifting Voices in Praise competition celebrates the legacy of gospel music in Philadelphia
The grand finale of WHYY’s Lifting Voices in Praise competition showcased gospel’s rich history, thriving present, and bright future in Philadelphia.
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Listen 2:04Biden’s Hydrogen Hubs, Celebrating Gospel Music, Door-to-Door Against Overdoses
Hydrogen hubs are coming to our region....but how clean is this clean energy? Plus, a celebration of gospel music through the Lifting Voices in Praise Grand Finale.
Air Date: October 24, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:16Philadelphia Orchestra and musicians agree to 3-year labor deal with 15.8% salary increase
The deal with Local 77 of the American Federation of Musicians covers Sept. 11 this year through Sept. 13, 2026.
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Oct. 19 - 22: Philadelphia Film Festival, Hagley Craft Fair in Delaware, and Hallowine on Haddon in N.J. are among the weekend’s highlights.
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Listen 5:30Breast Cancer Treatment, The Electric Factory, Philadelphia City Council Election
It's Breast Cancer Awareness month and we discuss new treatments and changing guidelines. Plus, celebrating Philadelphia's iconic Electric Factory.
Air Date: October 18, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:38A Philly rising star shines on ‘Amateur Night at the Apollo,’ and moves on to the semifinals
Nathanael Barlow, 16, soulfully sings his way into the legendary Apollo Theater, guided by an uplifting community.
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Listen 1:34Mendelssohn Chorus opens 150th season with a prayer for peace
For its 150th season, the classical choral ensemble will perform a program of anti-war, anti-violence music.
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Listen 1:20New Jersey native, DJ confirmed dead in Israel amid growing war
His parents call him a gentle giant and say they can't understand why anyone would want to hurt him.
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Philly Bike Ride, Little Feat, and Latin American Book Fair in this week’s ‘Things To Do’
Oct. 11 - 15: Philly Bike Ride, Little Feat in N.J., and Freaky Friday at the Delaware Contemporary in Wilmington are among the weekend’s highlights.
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Listen 4:58Delaware celebrates its influence on hip-hop with 50th anniversary summit
More than a thousand people gathered at the Delaware Art Museum for a hip-hop summit celebrating the genre’s history.
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Listen 1:04Philadelphia DJ John Hershock dies from injuries following shooting
Police said they hope to make an arrest in the case very soon.
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‘Dancing On My Own’ singer Calum Scott says he’ll perform for Phillies if they win the World Series
His calendar is open and he's rooting for the Phillies to go all the way.
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Stars cleaning stars on Philly’s Walk of Fame
City life can tarnish even the brightest star. Some of Philly’s music celebrities came to South Broad Street to keep their legacies bright.
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Kurt Vile is set to headline two shows during Philly Music Fest. Hip-hop pioneer Schoolly D and platinum-selling duo Marian Hill will also perform.
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Listen 1:32Uosikkinen’s life in music spans more than four decades. He joined WHYY’s “Morning Edition” to chat with host Jennifer Lynn.
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