Written by : Max Bennett. Photos provided by Derek Dorsey Philadelphia — Derek Dorsey has been a fixture in the Philadelphia music scene for more than two decades. Chances are, you haven’t heardRead More
Written by : Nick Hopton & Photographed by Bob Linneman There’s something about Philadelphia during the holidays. I’m talking about the ones we used to have: snow, laughter, love. We don’tRead More
Written by: Max Bennett, Photos by: Ali Brant; David Lisowski; Matt DeVito Altarviolet Is No Alter Ego, It’s Greta Hotmer’s Essence. Go listen to the 2021 album Sojourn byRead More
Rebel Girl, by Kathleen Hanna Written by: Lisa Melograno As I dove into Kathleen Hanna‘s “Rebel Girl,” I was captivated by her vivid descriptions of her life, from childhood andRead More
Written and Photographed by: Max Bennett This summer, Philadelphia’s premier public radio station, WXPN, challenged local musicians to write a song in 24 hours. While Khalil Amaru was... Read More
Written and Photographed by : Liv Foltiny As the final remnants of orange and blue faded from the sky, I walked up to the TLA and was greeted by its illuminated marquee, which displayed the name... Read More
Written and Photographed by: Max Bennett Philly Music Fest offered an eclectic array of local acts at numerous venues in and around the city. And at Johnny Brenda’s on Oct. 23, Philly... Read More
Written By: Lisa Melograno In a world where music can often feel like an endless cycle of sameness, Quiet Time emerges as a refreshing breath of bubblegrunge air. Their debut EP, “Everyone’s... Read More
Written and Photographed by Liv Foltiny Walking along V St. NW in Washington, D.C., one could easily miss the 9:30 Club. With its brick facade and lack of any conspicuous signage, the 9:3... Read More
Written By: Eric Sperrazza | Photographed By: Christina Cosenza There are some bands that, to truly know them, you must see live. Take KISS as an example; they were on the verge of losing their record deal because, although they played sold-out shows on the road, they Read More
Written By Noelle Simeon Poolblood’s debut album, Mole, is a record that reminds me why I love writing about music: it is gentle and careful and open. It is both self-affirming and self-deprecating. To be honest, it reminded me of the part of myself that lingers from my Read More