WIN FREE TICKETS: Communion with Vacationer, Pearl and The Beard and More @ Underground Arts on 3/6!
We’re working with the folks at one of our favorite joints, Underground Arts, and we’ll be giving away a bunch of tickets to shows in the coming weeks.
The next Communion event, the monthly showcase/celebration of local music, will feature the smooth summer sounds of Vacationer. And if that isn’t appealing to you right now, well, what would appeal? How about the fact that Vacationer shows tend to be super-fun parties? It’s true.
Kenny and the boys will be joined by Pearl and the Beard, Bear’s Den, Worshyper, Dustin Tebutt, Drone Ranger and The Ghost In You.
Like us on facebook and email us at FreeJumpStuff@gmail.com to enter to win a pair of tickets (give us your name and put “Communion” in the subject line).
If you want to play it safe and get your own tickets, find details for the show here.
Baa Ram Ewe: The Odd Squad.
Baa Ram Ewe isn’t just that chant from the movie about a pig. It’s a sister act between Meghan and Maura Filoromo, two 20-somethings from West Philadelphia who took their love for an underrated, selfless Babe and turned it into a power-pop ensemble.
“It’s whimsical,” says Meghan under a smile. “It’s fun to say and it sticks out.”
Intern Derrick’s Weekend Picks: Get Romantic!
Whether you like it or not, Valentine’s Day is this upcoming Friday (guys, you’re welcome for the reminder). Now, some view the day as the most romantic date on the calendar, while others see it as a glorified corporate-created waste of time and money. No matter how you spin it and no matter who you spend it with, you’ll want to leave the house at some point. So how about you treat yourself or the one you love to a night (or weekend) of great music in an even greater city. Admit it, the whole flowers-and-chocolate thing is pretty overrated by this point anyway. – Derrick Krom.
FRIDAY
The Autumn Defense and Dawn Landes at Boot & Saddle
John Stirratt and Patrick Sansone—two members of renowned indie band Wilco—are bound to make you feel all warm and sunny inside this Valentine’s Day as they tour in support of their new album Fifth. Along with singer-songwriter Dawn Landes, The Autumn Defense will help put your heart, mind and soul at ease.
Deaf Havana, Born Cages, Modern Suits and Desoto Jones at MilkBoy
Check out one of the UK’s fastest rising underground acts this Friday at MilkBoy when Deaf Havana brings its youthful, optimistic and constantly evolving material across the pond. Coming off the release of their debut US album Old Souls last month, Deaf Havana are joined by alt-rockers Born Cages and Philly locals Modern Suits and Desoto Jones.
SATURDAY
Peggy Sue, The Mariner’s Children (solo) and The Pretty Greens at Ortlieb’s Lounge
Another UK act will be paying Philly a visit in the form of Peggy Sue, a hypnotic and introspective post-folk trio. Having toured with a number of experienced acts over their career, Peggy Sue is currently on tour in support of their latest album Choir of Echoes. The Mariner’s Children and Philly act The Pretty Greens will also round out the bill.
There’s really no better way to spend the majority of your Saturday than experiencing 12 non-stop hours of Philly music. From The Police tribute band Rent-A-Cops to the Americana country rockers Gavilán, World Café Live will be hosting an eclectic lineup of local artists in support of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s David Eric Cohen Memorial Fund.
SUNDAY
Soweto Gospel Choir at Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts
Continuing with their African Roots Series, the Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts will host Soweto Gospel Choir this Sunday. Fusing South African gospel, reggae and pop, the GRAMMY® award-winning vocal group will blend their wide-ranging styles and influences to create a cultural night of joyous and uplifting music.
Missed your ticket to the GRAMMYS® this year? Not to worry. The 3rd Annual Tri State Indie Music Awards celebrates the best acts Philadelphia and the surrounding area has to offer. Not only is it a red carpet awards show, but you’ll also witness live performances from the likes of Philly locals The Lawsuits, Chill Moody, Maitland and JUMP cover girl Ali Wadsworth. Talk about a great end to a musically romantic weekend.
WIN FREE TICKETS: The Expendables @ The Trocadero on Friday!
Santa Cruz reggae/punk/funk/groove band The Expendables will perform a special Valentine’s Day show on Friday at the Trocadero with Bong Hits for Jesus, Seedless and Stick Figure, and we’re giving away tickets.
Like us on facebook and email us at FreeJumpStuff@gmail.com to enter to win a pair of tickets (give us your name and put “Expendables” in the subject line).
If you want to play it safe and get your own tickets, find details for the show here.
We’re working with the folks at one of our favorite joints, Underground Arts, and we’ll be giving away a bunch of tickets to shows in the coming weeks.
Philly pysch rockers Needle Points (above) will open for Dead Meadow on Wednesday, along with Brother JT.
Like us on facebook and email us at FreeJumpStuff@gmail.com to enter to win a pair of tickets (give us your name and put “Needle Points” in the subject line).
If you want to play it safe and get your own tickets, find details for the show here.
Phosphorescent and Caveman @ Union Transfer.
Text and images by Kate McCann.
After postponing their Philadelphia show that was scheduled in January because of a heavy snowstorm, Phosphorescent made it back this Sunday with tour-mates Caveman.
Lord Huron @ The TLA.
Text and images by Grace Dickinson.
One of the best parts of a live show is its ability to transform you into another world. Likely each member of the audience exits to a different state. But, it’s a world, nonetheless, outside of all that junk filling up your head.
On Saturday night, Lord Huron came to the TLA to take Philly out of its bitter February plight. Touring for their first full-length album, the five-piece group sold out the venue, filling the space tight with people and their thick winter jackets.
Pissed Jeans, Purling Hiss and Trophy Wife @ Union Transfer.
Text and images by Derrick Krom.
A trio of local acts brought their raw and raucous sights and sounds back home on Saturday when Philly punk act Pissed Jeans – along with Purling Hiss and Trophy Wife – took over Union Transfer.
It was a hometown showcase that left the lively and near riotous crowd sore, sweaty, satisfied and just-that-bit closer to being deaf.
Snarky Puppy @ World Cafe Live.
Text and images by Holli Stephens.
An audience full of musicians, friends, and family graced the downstairs of World Café Live last night. Philadelphia was the first of 30 stops on Snarky Puppy’s North American tour and spectators were treated to a 2 ½ hour set featuring a variety of different instrumentalists.
WIN FREE TICKETS: NOBUNNY @ Underground Arts on Friday!
We’re working with the folks at one of our favorite joints, Underground Arts, and we’ll be giving away a bunch of tickets to shows in the coming weeks.
NOBUNNY performs on Friday, with The Hussy, Bad Side and The Whips.
Like us on facebook and email us at FreeJumpStuff@gmail.com to enter to win a pair of tickets (give us your name and put “NOBUNNY” in the subject line).
If you want to play it safe and get your own tickets, find details for the show here.
JUMP: The Philly Music Project 