On Stage (Extra): The Wildwoods return to Philly with a unique sound
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
The Wildwoods
In the heart of Lincoln, Nebraska, The Wildwoods emerged as a folk/Americana trio — a musical tapestry woven by the husband-and-wife duo, Noah Gose (guitar) and Chloe Gose (violin), alongside long-time friend and bassist, Andrew Vaggalis.
United by a passion for folk/Americana, the trio’s influences range from Watchhouse...
On Stage: Veteran acts hit local venues
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Eric Andersen
Over the next few days, there will be several music acts playing shows in the area which have longevity as part of their DNA.
There will be singer/songwriter Eric Andersen, whose first album was released in 1965.
There will be Orleans, a veteran band of hitmakers who have been making music since 1972.
There will be Humbleman Band,...
On Stage: Grant-Lee Phillips comes to Philly to support new album
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Grant-Lee Phillips
Acclaimed Nashville-based singer-songwriter Grant-Lee Phillips is out on the first leg of a U.S. tour in support of his 13th album – “In The Hour of Dust.”
This leg begins on September 7 in Vienna, Virginia and now swings into the “City Winery Segment” with three shows in a row at City Winery venues in Philadelphia,...
On Stage: The Who come to Philly as part of farewell
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Time is running out.
Back in May, The Who announced their final tour of the United States and Canada as a truly grand finale of their illustrious six-decade career.
The legendary duo revealed the news live and Livestream during a press conference at the Iconic Images gallery in Piccadilly, London.
Time is running out to experience a vital part...
On Stage: Tom Rush returns for show at Sellersville
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Tom Rush
Tom Rush, one of America’s most revered folksingers, is a New Englander through and through. However, in recent years, he has built a connection with Chester County.
One of his last live shows prior to the COVID pandemic was a concert at Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center in West Chester. Rush returned to the area in March 2023 for...
On Stage Extra: Ozomatli leads busy Wednesday night show schedule
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Ozomatli
For most of the year, the main focus of live shows is on the weekend – Friday, Saturday and Sunday when people have more free time.
Tuesday and Thursday are just O.K. but Wednesday is the least desirable night to perform a show.
In summer, things tend to even out and Wednesdays can have schedules filled with attractive shows.
This...
On Stage: Boney James returns to Philly
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Boney James
This weekend, Boney James returns to the Philly area with a new album and a show at comfortable outdoor venue.
James will treat fans to music from his recently released album, “Slow Burn,” in a concert on August 7 at Dell Music Center (2400 Strawberry Mansion Drive, Philadelphia, boneyjames.com).
“I released the new album back...
On Stage: A tale of two Lauras on the concert schedule
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Laura Auer
This weekend, two of the top shows in the area will feature singer/musicians named Laura — Laura Auer and Laura Cheadle.
Laura Auer is a singer from West Chester who relocated to the West Coast and established a reputation as one of the best new classical crossover artists.
This weekend, she returns to the area for a pair of...
On Stage: ‘Sweet’ show coming to Sellersville
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Steve Priest’s Sweet
There was a band that formed in London in 1968 and went on to log a series of top-rated singes such as “Fox on the Run,” “Block Buster!” and “Ballroom Blitz.”
Right from the very beginning, the was a confusing element to the band’s name. On all its record issues, the band was billed as “The Sweet.”
Founding...
On Stage Extra: John Lodge is helping to keep the sounds of the Moody Blues alive
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
John Lodge
There was a time when the Moody Blues were one of the hottest bands in the rock music world.
In the United States, 14 of the group’s albums reached Gold or Platinum status, according to the Recording Industry Association of America.
From 1969-1971, the band had three Number 1 albums in the U.K. – “On the Threshold of a Dream,”...
