March 5th, 2024 – Amidst a haze of anticipation and nostalgia, The Fillmore Philly played host to a historic occasion as Cold War Kids took to the stage to commemorate two decades of their undeniable presence in the music scene. The atmosphere crackled with electricity, a testament to the band’s enduring legacy and the fervor […]
February 28th, 2024 – Step right up, fellow travelers of the night, for I have ventured through the corridors of Union Transfer to bear witness to an otherworldly spectacle, none other than the bewitching Twin Temple. Prepare to be ensnared in a vortex of retro occult charm and devilishly delightful tunes as we delve into […]
February 22nd, 2024 – In a realm where pulsating beats are the heartbeat of the universe and the stage is a portal to otherworldly dimensions, ✞✞✞ (Crosses) took the stage at the Fillmore Silver Spring unleashing sonic mayhem that left the audience drenched in a concoction of euphoria and existential wonder. Photos and Article by […]
In the wild, untamed jungle of modern music, there lurks a creature known as John 5. A virtuoso guitarist with fingers that dance along the fretboard like dervishes on acid, he recently graced the hallowed stage of Mickey’s Black Box, unleashing a torrential storm of fury upon the unsuspecting denizens of the night. What ensued […]
You would think that Escuela Grind, a band who performed 170+ shows in 2023, would take some time off heading into the new year. Well they’ve done the exact opposite; taking full advantage of December to record their third album, then hit the ground running in early January with a 30 show, no days off […]
[ by Rick Pettine ] February 10, 2024 – Wilmington, DE — The Philadelphia Seventy Sixer’s G-League affiliate Delaware Blue Coats were sorely missing many of their stars in a crushing 128-87 loss to Austin Spurs, the affiliate of the San Antonia Spurs. In a back to back series in which the Blue Coats beat the Spurs […]
[ by Rick Pettine ] December 2, 2023 – Villanova, PA — The Villanova Wildcats are one step closer to the FCS Championship game with a dominate win over the Youngstown State Penguins, 45-28. Key offensive players for Villanova were quarterback Connor Watkins (12 of 21 pass attempts, 275 yards, and 3 touchdowns) and running back Jalen […]
[ by Rick Pettine ] November 19, 2023 – Philadelphia, PA — In ex-Flyer Ivan Provorov’s first return to the Wells Fargo Center since being traded, the Flyers dominated the Columbus Blue Jackets in 5-2 win. Philly started the scoring in the first period when Joel Farabee (86) scored, assisted by Ryan Poehling (25) and Cam York […]
[ by Rick Pettine ] November 18, 2023 – Newark, DE — Another decisive win (35-7) for the Villanova Wildcats over the University of Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens, and the Battle of the Blue trophy stays with Nova. The game started as expected, back and forth with no shortage of penalties on both sides. But after the […]
[ Photos and Article by Rick Pettine ] November 11, 2023 – Villanova, PA — Dominant – that’s how Villanova handled the visiting Towson Tigers in a 33-10 blowout on a picturesque Fall day. The Wildcats took control of the game right from the start, amassing 555 total yards! Rayjuon Pringle (#19) scored on a 79-yard TD pass from […]
[ Photos and Article by Rick Pettine ] October 28, 2023 – Villanova, PA — On a very warm Fall day, the Villanova Wildcats produced a dominate win against the Stony Brook Seawolves in front of a special Homecoming crowd. The National Football Foundation (NFF) also celebrated Brian Westbrook’s enshrinement into the 2023 College Football Hall of Fame. The […]
[ Interview by Jen Strogatz ] [ Photos by Jen Strogatz ] Independent Philly: Where does the name ‘Jungle Giants’ come from? Who thought of it? Andrew Dooris: When we were first starting up the band, we all came up with a few names; I think The Jungle Giants was Sam’s. We handn’t formally decided […]
[Interview by David J. Miller] The Cold War Kids are in the midst of a tour that brings them to the City of Brotherly Love on Friday, January 31st, 2020 at The Fillmore. Back in November, lead singer Nathan Willett spoke with us about the new album, their live show, the challenges of adapting to […]
Ahead of their upcoming Step to the Local Motion Tour and their show at the TLA in Philadelphia on February 15th, Pepper’s drummer Yesod Williams took some time to speak with IndependentPhilly.com about their new album, Local Motion, the band’s history, his favorite thing about Philly, how much pot the 3 members of Pepper can all smoke […]
Independent Philly recently had the opportunity to speak with Nashville-based singer-songwriter, Ron Pope. If you haven’t heard of Ron Pope, you might recognize his music from features on shows like like NBC’s “The Voice,” CW’s “Vampire Diaries,” “90210,” and multiple seasons of FOX’s “So You Think You Can Dance,” which sent two of his albums into […]
In advance of two concerts planned for December 28th (SOLD OUT) and December 29th at the Fillmore, I had the pleasure of speaking with The Struts’ lead singer, and front-man extraordinaire, Luke Spiller! {Interview and photos by Rick Pettine} Rick Pettine (IP): Hey, hello Luke – how are you? Luke Spiller: Well, I’m really, really […]
Not too long ago, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the Growlers frontman, Brooks Nielson (on their high-tech tour bus with a super chill vibe), before he had to run to soundcheck at Union Transfer. I ending up learning a lot about the band that unwittingly created the genre known today as “beach […]
The Duffy String Band, a renowned participant in Philadelphia’s annual Mummer’s Parade, has long been celebrated for its vibrant and entertaining performances that captivate audiences and exemplify the rich tradition of Mummers in the city. The Mummers Parade, held annually on New Year’s Day, is a cherished Philadelphia tradition dating back to the 19th century, […]
The block party took over The Fillmore Campus on Friday, doing its darnedest to make everyone forget the near 100° temperatures The Adult Swim Festival was billed as a block party bonanza that offered chart-topping artists, comedic stalwarts, and a bevy of concessions and activities. Despite the weekend scorcher, the festival delivered on all that […]
The three day block party will showcase 15+ performances & panels across 4 venues, food trucks, beer gardens, street art & murals, and a bevy of other activities and attractions. Run The Jewels, Philly natives Tierra Whack & DJ Diamond Kuts, Dethklok, and more than a dozen other acts are gearing up for what looks […]
Mondo Cozmo – the chart-topping brainchild of alternative singer-songwriter (and Philly native) Josh Ostrander has announced today’s premiere of his eagerly awaited new single. “Upside Down” is available now via Last Gang Records at all DSPs and streaming services and we couldn’t be more excited. The companion video is also available TODAY on the official […]
The Duffy String Band, a renowned participant in Philadelphia’s annual Mummer’s Parade, has long been celebrated for its vibrant and entertaining performances that captivate audiences and exemplify the rich tradition of Mummers in the city. The Mummers Parade, held annually on New Year’s Day, is a cherished Philadelphia tradition dating back to the 19th century, […]
Theater of Living Arts, it’s been awhile. Reminiscing of my days living on south street, randomly catching a show after drinks and tots at Tattooed Moms. You’ve had some work done: new floors, a paint job, new sound, and what’s this… a Photo pit! I was delighted to see those Chandeliers still hanging in […]
Article & Photos by Keith Baker As the pulsating heartbeat of Philadelphia’s vibrant music scene, Union Transfer found itself engulfed in a tempest of sound and energy when the mighty Baroness came to town this past week. In this hallowed space where music and mettle converge, Baroness forged an unforgettable aural odyssey that echoed through […]
Photos + Article by A.J.Kinney In a parallel dimension where time is but a suggestion, Tool descended upon the Wells Fargo Center like interdimensional wizards, wielding sonic spells that left the audience dazed, enlightened, and perhaps slightly unhinged. The Fall 2023 tour had reached its zenith in Philadelphia, and what transpired was nothing short of […]
Photos by Keith Baker, and Article by A.J.Kinney Legendary death metal band Dying Fetus graced the stage at Brooklyn Bowl Philly, delivering a relentless onslaught of technical mastery. The evening kicked off with an impressive lineup of supporting acts, each progressively intensifying the atmosphere in preparation for the impending onslaught. Chamber Chamber’s opening performance was […]