Music
Fugees’ rapper Pras Michel convicted in foreign influence case
Michel has been convicted in a federal court on 10 counts related to charges that include conspiracy, witness tampering and failing to register as an agent of China.
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April 27 - April 30: KRS One celebrates hip hop in Delaware, Penn Relays in Philly, and a Short Film Fest in South Jersey are among this weekend’s event highlights.
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Listen 5:29Mayoral Candidate Allan Domb, the Politics of Public Toilets, Billie Holiday in Philly
Billie Holiday's music comes to life in “Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill.” Allan Domb on public safety and more. Plus, the long history and politics of public restrooms.
Air Date: April 25, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 43:21Harry Belafonte, singer, actor and activist, has died at age 96
He broke racial barriers and balanced his activism with his artistry in ways that made people around the world listen.
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Did Ed Sheeran hit pilfer Marvin Gaye classic? Trial to tell
The heirs of Gaye's co-writer of the 1973 soul classic, Ed Townsend, are suing Sheeran in a trial that started in Manhattan federal court Monday.
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The stars were honored with plaques embedded in the sidewalk along South Broad Street to celebrate Philadelphia’s musical heritage.
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Earth Day, StrEAT Festival, Center City Jazz Festival in this week’s ‘Things To Do’
April 20 - April 23: James Beard dinner in Del., Jazz Fest in Philly, and “Beauty and the Beast, Jr." in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.
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Listen 5:00Ahmad Jamal, measured maestro of the jazz piano, dies at 92
Jamal's influence and admirers spread far and wide in jazz.
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Biden taps Lady Gaga to co-chair an arts advisory committee that dissolved under Trump
The President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities will advise the president on cultural policy.
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Philly Pops files lawsuit against Philadelphia Orchestra/Kimmel Center
The lawsuit comes after the nation's largest stand-alone Pops orchestra announced in November it will cease operations.
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Cherry Blossom Festival, Slow Art Day, Festival of Colors in this week’s ‘Things To Do’
April 14 - April 16: Wine & Daffodils in Del., Cherry Blossom Fest in Philly, Chicago Experience in South Jersey are among the weekend event highlights.
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Listen 5:14Wharton Grad’s Alleged Startup Scam, Candidate Derek Green, Harry Bertoia’s Legacy
Philadelphia mayoral candidate Derek Green. Sound sculptures, a sibling rivalry, and artist Harry Bertoia’s legacy. And, an alleged financial aid startup scam of $175 million.
Air Date: April 12, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 45:43April 6 - April 9: Yamato in Del., Easter Promenade in Philly, and Super Sand Sculptures in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.
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Listen 5:13ChatGPT Panic, Medicaid Protections Expire, New Philly Music
AI chatbots are everywhere -- along with the fear that they are taking over education and the workplace. What does our future with these AI tools look like?
Air Date: April 5, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 45:43Mummers will come to New Jersey to strut along Haddon Avenue
The Mummers are coming to New Jersey to strut in an event organized by Camden County, Haddon Township, and Haddonfield.
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