Culture

by Andi Bricklin A few years ago I attended a New Year’s Eve show at the Painted Bride that featured the Philadelphia area band 4 Way Street.  At the time the band held five singer-songwriters that teamed up and would perform each other’s songs to a combined fan base.  At this Read More

by Ari Roth For the past seven years, the annual Roots Picnic has become legendary as one of the best music festivals in Philadelphia. Hosted by acclaimed Philly hip hop band The Roots (who just released their new album last week), the festival boasts an impressive roster. This Read More

by Ari Roth Are you a sandwich aficionado? Looking to try some great food this Wednesday, and maybe even win some prizes? Union Transfer is hosting the Great Sandwiches event on May 28th, and it looks delicious. The event is City Paper‘s inaugural launch party for their Read More

by Meaghan Paulosky As part of Philly Beer Week, the International Great Beer Expo: Philadelphia is coming back for a sixth year next Saturday, May 31st. The Expo is part of a larger, multi-state series that already stopped in Seacaucus and will hit Long Island this November, Read More

by Dan Emmons Are you a fan of soul, R&B or any of the similar sub-genres?  Hate paying high-ticket prices to see major names, but love the hits?  Want to know about the most talented artists in the Philadelphia soul scene?  Well you can start by getting over to World Café Read More

by Ari Roth The Sundrop Music and Arts Festival describes itself as “three nights and two days of the best Philadelphia music has to offer,” and, given the quality of the lineup, it’s hard to disagree. Notable headlining acts will include Leana Song, I Yahn I Read More