world cafe live

by Jane Roser Chuck Prophet has a cool swagger and a distinct, purposeful voice that blends Leonard Cohen with a smooth bourbon. It’s easy to see why icons such as Heart and Solomon Burke have recorded his songs- they’re gritty, honest and pure rock and roll. Stephen Read More

by Andi Bricklin Have you ever listened to an album that affects you so much that you tell all of your friends “this is going to be huge.” Sure people look at you and appreciate your enthusiasm, they may even give you a “Dude, I’ll totally check it out,” but inside they all think Read More

by John Nicholson You know it’s going to be a good night of rock and roll when WXPN’s the host and the crowd can’t stop jerking around in joy. In his young career, Benjamin Booker has already played the World Cafe Live in Philadelphia three times. Telling of the band’s Read More

by Andi Bricklin Last Saturday night The Last Bison rolled into Philly hauling a slew of string and percussion instruments, and boy was I glad that I made a table reservation, because by the time Norwegian songstress (and monster finger picker) Monica Heldal took the stage it was Read More

by Adam McGrath Fall concert season continues apace this weekend, with plenty of amazing shows all over Philadelphia. Here are just a few that promise to be worth the price of admission. Remember to tag your check-ins and photos with #phillyconcerts, and keep supporting live Read More

by Andi Bricklin It’s your everyday run of the mill story. You know, dad helps son form band, sister and son’s friend get involved with said band, then sister and friend fall in love and get married. We’ve all heard the story before right? No, are you sure?! Well this is the Read More