On Stage (Extra): Gilfillian returns to his roots
Devon Gilfillian
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
It’s not uncommon for musicians who have relocated to different cities to return to their hometowns to perform in concert for their welcoming fans.
Such is the case with Devon Gilfillian.
Gilfillian grew up in suburban Philadelphia – in Morton in Delaware County – and then got his degree from West Chester University.
A few years ago,...
On Stage (Bonus): Pokey LaFarge, old-time with a new twist
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Pokey LaFarge
Pokey LaFarge’s new album “Manic Revelations” was just released on May 19 on Rounder Records. On the following day, he started a tour in support of the album with a special album release show at St. Louis’ The Pageant.
The tour makes a stop locally on July 14 at the World Café Live (3025 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, 215-222-1400, www.worldcafelive.com)
On Stage: Dinosaur Pile-Up finds identity as a band
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Dinosaur Pile-Up
If you’re going to Chevelle’s show on July 13 The Fillmore Philadelphia (1100 Canal Street, Philadelphia, 215-309-0150, www.thefillmorephilly.com), you’d be wise to get there shortly after the doors open.
Getting there early is not about getting a good place in front of the stage to watch – although that is another good reason –...
Art Watch: From wild African Dogs to Sound & Light journey in Wilmington
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
Summer is a great time to take respite from the heat, and enjoy viewing art in the cool, open settings of a gallery space or museum. There are plenty of excellent shows currently on view at our local museums, galleries and art centers, which are continuing throughout the Summer, and this weekend we have two special new exhibitions to start up your art weekend...
On Stage (Extra): Andy T Band overcomes to play the blues
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Andy T Band
Blues will be in the spotlight when Andy Talamantez and Michael A. Benjamin headline a show at the Sellersville Theater (24 West Temple Avenue, Sellersville, 215-257-5808, www.st94.com) on July 9.
Blues fans may not recognize this act until they realize the act’s stage name is The Andy T Band featuring Alabama Mike.
Andy T, a veteran Nashville...
On Stage (Extra): Caravan Palace manages to combine EDM with Swing
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Caravan Palace
In recent years, there have been blends of things that seem unlikely in concept but work out well in reality. One example is the coming together of Philadelphia food and oriental cuisine – the highly-popular cheesesteak egg roll.
In the world of popular music, the combination of modern electronic music and traditional swing music seems like...
On Stage: Music offerings, domestic and international
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
David Cook
If you’re looking for some live music this weekend, you can go American or international.
On July 6, American Idol winner David Cook will play at the World Café Live while Tengger Cavalry, a metal band fronted by a Mongolian throat singer will headline a show at The Fire.
Art Watch: First Friday and much, much more
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
First Friday this July 7th kicks off with brand new exhibits from Kennett Square Pennsylvania to Elkton Maryland, as well as artist demonstrations at local galleries. Blockbuster museum shows, including “Andrew Wyeth-In Retrospect” at the Brandywine River Museum of Art and “The Original Mad Man: Illustrations by Mac Conner” at The Delaware...
On Stage (Extra): A music battle of Philly vs. Pittsburgh
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Rosu Lup
Pennsylvania’s two major cities – Philadelphia and Pittsburgh – will both be represented by hometown bands headlining venues.
Two of the many acts playing Philly on July 1 are Pittsburgh’s Homeless Gospel Choir and Philadelphia’s Rosu Lup.
Rosu Lup, which is headlining a show on June 1 at Boot and Saddle (1131 South Broad Street, Philadelphia,...
On Stage: CCR is ‘Revisited’ without Fogerty
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Creedence Clearwater Revisited
Back in the late 1960s and early 1970s, Creedence Clearwater Revival was a huge band.
The five musicians from the San Francisco Bay area were responsible for a huge number of hits, including classic rock standards such as “Proud Mary,” “Born on the Bayou,” “Have You Ever Seen the Rain?,” “Bad Moon Rising,” “Who’ll...
