Music
XPoNential Music Festival returns to Camden Sept. 18–20. Here’s who’s performing
For its 33rd iteration, XPNFest will set up shop at Wiggins Park on the Camden Waterfront with multiple acts, including Dawes and Little Feat.
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Listen 0:46Philly celebrates John Coltrane’s 100th birthday with $27,000 in grant funding for artists
Artists with a “soul-tie” to Coltrane’s music have the opportunity to showcase new ideas with Coltrane 100 Philly.
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How Dolly Parton made her mark on Philadelphia
A look at some of the late country star’s most notable Philly appearances.
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Dolly Parton lived her motto: ‘More is more’
"I've always believed that a part of my magic, if there was any, was the fact that I look so artificial — but I am so totally real," Parton said in 2001.
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Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations has died at 80
The beloved music and film star known for her vibrant personality and poignant songwriting has died at 80.
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Tattooed Mom works to bring live music events back after licensing violation
The longtime South Street bar is adjusting its events while its owner navigates city licensing requirements.
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This Bucks County teenager is taking competitive jump rope to new heights
17-year-old Zach Peckman, a U.S. national champion and world record holder in competitive jump rope, hopes the sport will be added to the Olympics.
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Listen 1:07Shhh! A silent concert is coming to Chestnut Hill this Saturday
This Silent Music at Philly’s James Turrell’s Skyspace is an experimental show about unplugging from the algorithm and back into nature.
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On the debut album that brought her to Philadelphia, Hawk’s variety of influences provides listeners a glimpse into what future projects hold.
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Listen 2:25Lo que comenzó con una parada para una entrega de DoorDash y un piano descuidado se ha convertido en una serie de sesiones de improvisación que atraen a colaboradores.
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The band’s eighth studio album was recorded at Memory Music Studios in South Philadelphia and produced by local Grammy winner Will Yip.
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Listen 1:17Remember Wawa’s iconic Hoagiefest jingles? This is the guy who made them
Emmy-winning songwriter, internet pioneer and Nerf Herder frontman Parry Gripp reflects on those years writing Hoagiefest songs.
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What began with a DoorDash stop and a neglected piano has grown into a series of jam sessions drawing collaborators from far and wide.
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Listen 2:13Art Cure: the healing power of the arts
Why going to a concert or museum, taking up painting or dancing, joining a book group, or going to the movies is a big boost to your health.
Air Date: July 10, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 50:00The city’s free July Fourth concert on the Parkway is still on. Organizers say Saturday's star-studded show will happen rain or shine.
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