What’s old is new again this week for New Music Friday, Sept. 20, 2024. Billy Strings who is leading the bluegrass revival is out with “Highway Prayers.” For the 90s rock fans, Soul Asylum and […]
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Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band Knocks The Rock Out Of Citizens Bank Park
The Boss returned to the City of Brotherly Love with the legendary E-Street Band, delivering a three-hour spectacle at Citizens Bank Park that was both a celebration and a deeply personal reflection. From the moment […]
New Music Friday, Sept. 13, 2024
There’s nothing to be afraid of for New Music Friday, Sept. 13 – The High Note has all the latest releases to breathe new life into your weekend playlist. For the rock fans Nada Surf […]
Episode 41 – Shanna In A Dress
Shanna in a Dress is one of those performers you just can’t help but smile while watching. I had the pleasure of sitting down with Shanna at the 61st annual Philadelphia Folk Festival for an […]
New Music Friday, Sept. 6, 2024
As we enter September, New Music Friday for Sept. 6, 2024 kicks off the month with an eclectic mix of sounds to freshen up your playlists. Rex Orange County brings his soulful introspection to “The […]
New Music Friday, Aug. 30, 2024
As we close out August and head into Labor Day weekend, this week’s New Music Friday has everything you need to celebrate the unofficial end of summer. Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds deliver their […]
The Philadelphia Folk Festival Yields A Fresh Crop Of Memories For 61st Edition
The Philadelphia Folksong Society welcomed home thousands of music fans to the Old Pool Farm for the 61st annual Philadelphia Folk Festival Aug. 15-18. After a one-year hiatus, a triumphant spirit reverberated throughout the 80-acre […]
New Music Friday, Aug. 23, 2024
This week’s New Music Friday for Friday, Aug. 23 brings an eclectic mix of fresh releases from across the musical spectrum. Indie rock fans will be thrilled with Fontaines D.C.’s new album “Romance.” Kishi Bashi, […]
Episode 40 – Sug Daniels
Philadelphia-based singer-songwriter and ukulele player Sug Daniels is more than just a musician; she’s a storyteller who uses her art to capture the emotions of an era. In this episode of The High Note Podcast, […]
Episode 39 – Tony Trischka
As the Philadelphia Folk Festival gears up for its 61st annual event this August, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with legendary banjo player Tony Trischka. Tony is set to perform on the […]