George’s Weekend Picks: Can You Keep Up With An Old Dude Like Me?

There’s a ton of fun stuff coming up this weekend. I will be attending all of these events, and you should too. Unless you can’t keep with me …

FRIDAY

Work Drugs at a.k.a. music

These guys make super-chill music that will make you think it’s 76 degrees outside and sunny. Work Drugs‘ electro stylings would make the perfect soundtrack to your most ridiculous adventures. This will be their record release party for Delta, an album you can purchase in vinyl … and the record is straight up yellow. Oh, and the show is free.

Apiary Magazine’s New Issue Launch Party featuring DJ AfroDJiak at the Latvian Society

Our friends at Philly’s DIY literary magazine will celebrate their new issue with readings and then a massive dance party.

The Coup, Japanther and Lushlife at Underground Arts

Yet another reason to love Underground Arts. This is a massive lineup. The Coup are classic old-school political rappers who make good time music. Japanther may be the best art-punk musicians you will ever experience. And Lushlife? That dude is smooth. And he calls Philly home. His richly layered tracks will have you thinking and dancing.

SATURDAY

The Collaborate Philly Networking Beertacular

Our friends at Collaborate Philly, an organization trying to bring creative types together, are having a little party with free beer. Not a real music connection (except that JUMP will be presenting). But it’s good people doing good stuff. And there’s free beer.

DCS Concerts Holiday Party and Hurricane Relief Fundraiser at Rebel Rock Bar

Here’s a chance to listen to some music and help a good cause.

The Joey Sweeney Experience at Johnny Brenda’s

The king of the hipsters (in the image above) is turning 40 so he’s throwing a party and playing 20 years of his music. Call it narcissistic if you want but no doubt, it will be entertaining as all hell.

SUNDAY

Punk Rock Flea Market at The Dome on 9th Street

Fuck the big box stores and their crappy ass sales. Do your holiday shopping on Sunday and give your hard-earned cash to local artists and vendors.