Weyes Blood performs by candlelight at Union Transfer [Article and Photos by A.J. Kinney] After several cancelations over the past few years, Weyes Blood finally made her triumphant return to Pennsylvania with two mid-week, sold out shows (Tues 2/28 and Wed 3/01) at Union Transfer in Philadelphia. Molly Lewis Australia-born musician Molly Lewis was a […]

Jinjer recruit P.O.D., Vended, and Space of Variations to inspire Youth of the Nation on Fall Tour. [ Photos and Article by A.J. Kinney, special thanks Aaron Salsbury ] It’s been one year to the date since Jinjer last took the stage in Philadelphia, and much has changed during that time. In the midst of […]

Mac Sabbath perform on HMAC’s Herr Stage Halloween Weekend. [Article and Photos by A.J. Kinney] Two things you couldn’t do in Harrisburg last week; See a Black Sabbath concert, or find a McDonald’s with a working shake machine. There was no need to grimace; mix the two together and heavy metal fans got to shake […]

Suki Waterhouse provided support on a night filled with subtle lighting, moving ballads, and masterful stage presence Suki Waterhouse Father John Misty

Jack Black harkened “this might be the greatest show you’ve ever seen”, and he wasn’t kidding, as Tenacious D tore the roof off of The Mann Center Like a fiery phoenix or whirling durvish, Tenacious D rumbled into The Mann Center this past Sunday for what Jack Black called “the greatest show they ever played”. […]

[ All photos and article by Rick Pettine ] November 19, 2022 – Villanova, PA — It was an annual rivalry game that had it all – big plays, turnovers, hard hits, back and forth leads, senior day – punctuated by a Navy F-18 flyover! In the end, Villanova grabbed the last lead with a Connor Watkins QB run […]

[ All photos and article by Rick Pettine ] November 13, 2022 – Philadelphia, PA — Coming off a loss the day before to their ex-captain Claud Giroux’s new team, Flyers drop another match to the Dallas Stars 5-1. Scoring leaders for Dallas were Joe Pavelski (1 goal, 2 assists) and goals from Mates Blumel, Eso Lindell, Luke Glendening, […]

[ All photos and article by Rick Pettine ] November 12, 2022 – Philadelphia, PA — It was an emotional return of beloved Flyers’ ex-captain Claude Giroux. Unfortunately Giroux helped his new team, the Ottawa Senators, defeat Philadelphia 4-1 with two key assists. The Flyer’s dominated the game in most aspects, except scoring. While they played a very physical […]

[ All photos and article by Rick Pettine ] November 5, 2022 – Philadelphia, PA — The temperature was a warm 75 degrees, but the Temple offense was hot! The Owls racked up 54 points vs only 28 from South Florida. The key scoring for the Temple Owl was led by running back Edward Saydee, who totaled 265 yards […]

[ All photos and article by Rick Pettine ] October 22, 2022 – Philadelphia, PA — Villanova dominated the majority of the game, but barely squeaked out a win against the Albany Great Danes, 31-29. Connor Watkins threw three touchdown passes to Rayjoun Pringle, Dez Boykin, and Jaaron Hayek. But it took a 28-yard field goal by Matthew Mercurio […]

[ Photos and story by Rick Pettine ] October 20, 2022 – Camden, NJ — The Philadelphia Union continue their remarkable season by defeating Cincinnati 1-0 to advance to the MLS Eastern Conference finals. The Sons of Ben chants could be heard across the river, and the special guest to bang the drum was Phillies’ shortstop Edmundo Sosa! […]

[ 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 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 […]

Born and raised in the western suburbs of Philadelphia (hence the name of his independent label, West of Philly Records), singer, pianist and songsmith, Jared Feinman will be performing his original jazz infused songs – affectionately known as “murder ballads” — at The Locks in Manayunk on February 15th. Jared will be joined onstage by the fast rising trumpet player, Arnetta […]

August 7, 2022 – Philadelphia — As they do each year, the Eagles held their public training camp practice at the Linc this weekend. Over 30,000 fans – yes 30K – attended to get their first in-person glimpse at the 2022-23 team, including several rookies and new draft picks.  It was a special night, and […]

All photos and story by Rick Pettine September 12, 2021 – Malvern, PA — Each Fall (well, not counting 2020), the Radnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance provides automobile aficionados with a 3-day East Coast spectacle, rivaling famous West Coast shows such as Pebble Beach. Proceeds from the event benefit two Philadelphia-region non-profit organizations – Thorncroft Equestrian […]

September 4, 2021 – Millville, NJ – Aviation fans packed the historic grounds of the nearby Millville Airport this Labor Day Weekend for a celebration of American history, pride, and air power. The airport was dedicated as “America’s First Defense Airport” in 1941, and in 1943, the Millville Army Air Field opened as a gunnery […]

[ Story and Photos by Rick Pettine ] August 20-21, 2021 – Long Pond, PA — Pocono Raceway put on an awesome display of speed this weekend, but this time it was in the air not on the track!  The Great Pocono Raceway Airshow showcased numerous entertainers, including the incredible United States Air Force Thunderbirds, for “kids” of […]

Philadelphia is the most historic city in all of America. American democracy was founded here, it was our Nation’s first capitol, and there has been no shortage of great American citizens or their innovations for hundreds of years. But not all of our city’s legacy was born here. Some moved here at a young age, […]