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 […]
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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 […]
New Music Friday, Aug. 9, 2024
As summer continues to bring the heat, so does New Music Friday for Aug. 9, 2024. Beabadoobee returns with”This Is How Tomorrow Moves.” Psychedelic rock band King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard drop “Flight b741.” […]
New Music Friday, Aug. 2, 2024
We’re finally into August and we’re celebrating with all the new albums released for New Music Friday for Aug. 2, 2024. Killer Mike teams up with The Mighty Midnight Revival for a powerful and soulful […]
The Triumphant Return Of The Philadelphia Folk Festival
The 61st Annual Philadelphia Folk Festival Returns Aug. 16-18 At The Old Pool Farm It’s back! After a one-year hiatus, the Philadelphia Folk Festival will return on August 16-18 at the Old Pool Farm in […]
New Music Friday, July 26, 2024
We’re closing out July with some very anticipated albums released today for New Music Friday, July 26, 2024. On of my favorite electronic artists, Porter Robinson returns with “Smile!” Also, jazzheads like myself are looking […]
Episode 38 – Kimberly Sinclair
Previewing the 61st Annual Philadelphia Folk Festival With Kimberly Sinclair Join me on this week’s podcast as I sit down with Philadelphia Folk Festival Artistic and Marketing Director Kimberly Sinclair. We delve into the exciting […]
New Music Friday, July 19, 2024
Welcome to New Music Friday for July 19, 2024! This week is packed with a diverse selection of releases sure to captivate your ears. Beechwood Sparks returns with their dreamy album “Across the River of […]