
Music
The War on Drugs’ Adam Granduciel on new live album, tour and his ‘life-changing’ time in Philly
“My time that I lived in Philly was 100% the most inspiring time I could ever imagine,” Granduciel said.
11 months ago
Listen 1:17Philadelphia legend, soul singer Frankie Beverly dies at 77, family announces
Beverly was known for his time with the funk band Maze.
11 months ago
Taylor Swift, ‘Childless Cat Lady,’ endorses Kamala Harris for president after debate ends
Swift included a picture of herself holding her cat Benjamin Button, and she signed the message “Childless Cat Lady.”
11 months ago
A cast of seven Aimee Mann clones populate Dito van Reigersberg’s return to Pig Iron Theatre.
11 months ago
Listen 2:33Philadelphia program allows students to tap into healing power of music
Beyond the Bars pulls techniques from music therapy to help students tie music and social-emotional learning together.
11 months ago
Listen 5:49Speaking from the depths, Springsteen’s ‘Nebraska’ continues to inspire
A new special about Bruce Springsteen's 1982 album “Nebraska” debuts Aug. 31 on WHYY. Host Matt Guilhem discusses the album’s legacy with music biographer Warren Zanes.
11 months ago
Listen 8:19Opera Philadelphia will offer all tickets for $11 all season long
All tickets, all season, will start at $11 and go up as much or as little as patrons wish.
11 months ago
Listen 1:06John Oates returns to his roots for Philadelphia Folk Festival 2024
John Oates is celebrating his new album “Reunion” with a heartfelt return to folk.
12 months ago
Listen 7:59Philadelphia Folk Festival returns this weekend at Old Pool Farm
After a hiatus in 2023, the festival’s seven stages will once again provide a soundtrack for campers.
12 months ago
3rd Philly Special Christmas album in the works, Lane Johnson says
The Eagles' offensive tackle said he, Jordan Mailata and Jason Kelce hope to have something soon for this year.
12 months ago
New Music Friday on a Thursday – from “brat summer” to Sabrina Carpenter
Charlie XCX's "brat" album cover, with its bright green background and simple font, is a visual hit. On the show, we discuss new music and revisiting some oldies.
Air Date: August 8, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:08Top musicians are teaching jazz music to middle and high school students in Philadelphia through the All City Orchestra Summer Academy.
12 months ago
Music never dies: Bruce Springsteen, Terell Stafford, and the industry’s future
We discuss how AI is transforming music, while artists struggle with streaming payouts. Plus, we explore the Boss's influence on our region, and lasting commentary on the US.
Air Date: July 31, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 52:14A Philadelphian helped pave the way to breaking’s Olympic debut in Paris
Breakdancing has been around since the 1980s. It’s finally getting its due at the 2024 Olympic Games.
1 year ago
Listen 6:09Justice returns to Philly, bringing new music and a festival-sized light show to The Met
The French duo are looking forward to sharing their music and stage show Wednesday.
1 year ago