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by Ziggy Merritt Alter egos allow us to adopt something foreign and exciting into what we otherwise might perceive as a mundane character. But like many the many superheroes we associate with the term, this persona is only a disguise. Kristin Welchez, the artist who for years led Read More

review and photos by Matt Kelchner The weekend leading up to the Democratic National Convention takeover in Philadelphia, local stalwarts of the music scene here brought their annual three-day celebration across the river in Camden. The XPoNential Music Festival presented by Read More

By Adam McGrath Friday was a busy day in Philly for psychedelic pop band Quilt, as they enjoyed the patronage of WXPN listeners during Free at Noon in University City before headlining an evening show at Fishtown’s The Foundry. Quilt’s 75-minute set Friday night featured many of Read More

review/photos by Ziggy Merritt This past Friday at World Cafe Live marked the release of June Divided’s lead vocalist, Melissa Menago’s debut album, Little Crimes. Performing in the more intimate setting of the venue’s upper bar area, Menago’s voice managed to seize the attention Read More

review and photos by Alexandra Healey I usually hurry to shows at Underground Arts to get a good spot. Because of the fact that I’m pretty short and if I don’t get there soon enough, I’m almost always behind the tallest person in the room. But for Drive-By Read More

by Alexandra Healey I can’t remember the last time I went to a concert early in the day, especially on a Sunday. It was perfect weather for the free concert held by Radio 104.5. The sun was shining and though it was a little hot, there was a wonderful breeze that helped you cool Read More