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
by Adelie Salagnac It is no secret that I have a terrible sense of humor – and to prove my point, I’ll tell you that my current favorite joke is “How did the hipster burn his tongue?” (In... Read More
by Adelie Salagnac “Punk is musical freedom,” Kurt Cobain once said. “It’s saying, doing and playing what you want. In Webster’s terms, ‘nirvana’ means freedom from pain, suffering and the... Read More
by Adelie Salagnac “I have never ever thought that the band would come to an end. Even at our lowest lows, all of us had passion for what we were doing. As long as people continue to come out and... Read More
SWMRS Drive North Reviewed by: Lauren Rosier The Oakland, California based quartet, SWMRS, is unlike any other. The four-piece pulls together different elements of classic punk rockers, The... Read More
Lance Neptune Animal Eclipse Reviewed by: Ziggy Merritt When reviewing electronic albums I always have to keep in mind that, in part, I don’t know what I’m talking about. My lack of experience in... Read More
Josh McIlvain & the Generals of SEXCOP The Supermodel Who Loved Me Reviewed by: Jen Levins It is appropriate that this album starts with an invitation to ride a flying saucer. It occupies a space of otherwise uncharted musical territory. If you ever wondered what a mash-up of Read More