Music

An influx of $6 million in federal COVID recovery funds is coming to Philly. But a new study shows the progress in the arts sector is uneven.

Penn climate scientist Michael Mann shares lessons from Earth’s prehistoric past. Plus, how to taste, pair and love cheese from around the world with Tenaya Darlington.

“If you would have told me that I could even get a show at Johnny Brenda's would have been a dream,” Matt Quinn told WHYY News.

The musician, who played bass and sang with the influential all-women country music band from 1989-93, was pronounced deceased on the scene.

Former students and current hip-hop artists talked to teachers about the importance of African American studies.

Dec. 21 - 24 : Samara Joy in Philly, Motown Holiday tribute in N.J., and WinterQueen concert in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

Composer David Lang wrote “poor hymnals” for a congregation solely focused on helping the less fortunate.

Swift’s impact as a woman, and on young women specifically, can’t be understated, lawmakers said.

Dec. 14 - 17: Trans-Siberian Orchestra in Philly, “The Nutcracker” in N.J., and 90s Rock Fest in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

The “Taylor Swift Challenge” urges Swifties across the country to donate $13 to their local animal shelter on the singer’s birthday, Dec. 13.

The ink is dry on a deal to buy the musical theater giant’s property in Doylestown, Pa., to turn it into a museum and education center.

Philadelphia Ballet is extending the baton to aspiring conductors for selected performances of the holiday classic.

Piffaro, Philadelphia authentic Renaissance band, will play music of Southern Germany from 500 years ago.

Dec. 7 - 10: Rare Book Fair in Philly, “Who’s Holiday” in N.J., and Winterthur seasonal events in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

The international pop star has been playing to massive crowds on her Eras Tour and has garnered attention for her budding romance with Kansas City tight end Travis Kelce.