Pretend Collective’s self-titled debut album is scheduled to arrive on September 13 via The Giving Groove. The ensemble recently shared a new single, “Higher Than A Flying Cloud Castle Made of White Light”. A multidimensional, sonic tower arises as hypnotic, vocal harmonies unfold. It’s a graceful, psych groove that draws the listener in and suggests that you should stay for a while.

Vapor, the new EP from Buddy Leezle, recently entered the equation. Produced by Wiardon, these tracks ooze with a composed, dramatic intensity, complemented by the boom bap. It’s a reminder of an old school, timeless sound and style. Go on, and breathe it all in.

Shriveling is the new tape from Philly sound sculptor QQQ. Synth-saturated, electro beats generate movement within a mysterious, mercurial setting. Sonics build creating darker corners to explore. You can experience it all live this evening at Johnny Brenda’s, where he’ll be supporting Mark Redito.

Harmony Woods just shared, “Ghosts,” the lead single from their forthcoming sophomore album Make Yourself at Home, which is scheduled for release on October 4 via Skeletal Lightning. The song gradually gathers speed as Sofia Verbilla existentially observes individuals and processes. Taking in the longterm view, while also remembering to live in the moment, the track is soothing in its poised, energetic poignance. Harmony Woods will be performing tomorrow evening at Everybody Hits, as part of a lineup that also includes Shannen Moser, Half Thought, and Jetty Bones.

This & That Tapes recently released Dreamlife: A Summer Mixtape & Zine to Benefit Womanly. The compilation includes music from Womanly Magazine founder and Strange Parts member Attia Taylor, as well as Philly contributors Remote/Control, Little Stray, Avery Cerulean, Emily Bate, and many others. The publication "provides accessible health information to women and non-binary people through visual and literary art." Each purchase of the album will also come with a download of the Dreamlife zine.

Philly singer-songwriter Abi Reimold recently shared their take of Brenton Brown/Glenn Robertson’s “All Who Are Thirsty”. A solemn, heaviness hangs in the air. Accompanied by guitar, Reimold stretches out a hand in an eerily inviting manner, as the weight of the words pile up. Allow it all to sink in. (Photo by Kathryn Rogers)

The trio of Great Time recently shared a new video for its latest single, “Rushin”. The track and group coolly and confidently strut their stuff through the streets of West Philly as the undeniable groove takes. Meshing sleek vocals and a funky, upbeat tone, the song has an infectious, dance-inducing atmosphere. You can catch Great Time performing at this year’s Philadelphia Folk Festival on Saturday, August 17, as well as Johnny Brenda’s on Thursday, August 29.

The legendary Raekwon (of the Wu-Tang Clan) is coming to The Ardmore Music Hall this Saturday, July 27, where he’ll be joined by Philly’s own Dice Raw, Mike Voss, and Frankie Vado. To enter for a chance to win a pair of tix, just send an email to thedelimagazinephiladelphia@gmail.com with the subject line: "Da Chef". Please also include your cell number in the body of the message (in case of an emergency). Good luck!

“The Weight of Water” is featured on Mother Moses‘s new EP Bowling Shoes, which is available via Before the World Ends Tapes. The song strolls along in a folk familiarity as Sadurn bandmates Jon Cox and Genevieve DeGroot share vocal duties, curating innately intimate harmonies. The song taps into the isolating escape of creating a personal facade while pointing out its shortcomings. The cabin-esque feel is amplified by the fire-kindling warmth of Pete Gill’s (Friendship, Hour) pedal steel playing.

Taiwan Housing Project have released another lethal LP Sub-Language Trustees, which is now available via ever/never records. The band generates a jarring intensity, shaking up the status quo. Kilynn Lunsford’s vocals demand one’s attention, in a mesmerizing fashion as the experimental instrumentation swirls in a chaotic, post-apocalyptic fashion. Unlikely combinations create unsettling sonic surroundings in the aftermath. Thrown into a cacophony of chaos that rumbles and roars, the band leads you through the fiery force of the unknown. This Saturday night, Cousin Danny’s will be hosting the Taiwan Housing Project’s record release celebration, with support from The Doilies and Eat (who were just added to the bill due to Chronic Anxiety’s Mitch Esparza being injured during a strong-arm robbery – we are certainly wishing him well and hoping for a speedy recovery). Stay cool & hydrated out there! (Photo by Rich Wexler) – Michael Colavita

Other places where you can hit this weekend before global warming really ends it all…

Cousin Danny’s (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more info.) SAT Taiwan Housing Project (Record Release), Eat

Johnny Brenda’s (1201 N. Frankford Ave.) FRI Call To ACCTion (Dance Party to Benefit ACCT Philly): John D, Elijvh Vrms, Baby Berlin, SAT Goodnight Lights, Spelling Reform, La Palma, SUN I Think Like Midnight

Boot & Saddle (1131 S. Broad St.) SAT Cheerleader

Kung Fu Necktie (1250 N. Front St.) FRI Botis/DJ Deejay, SAT DJSC, SUN Seismic

PhilaMOCA (531 N. 12^th St.) SAT Blushed, Trash Boy, Dear Forbidden, SUN Curtis Cooper

Underground Arts (1200 Callowhill St.) SAT Moros

TLA (334 South St.) SAT  Tailgunner, Looks That Kill

World Café Live (3025 Walnut St.) FRI (Upstairs) Beta Hi-Fi Emerging Artist Festival/(Downstairs) C.R.E.W Love Showcase, SAT (Upstairs) Dukes of Destiny, Deb Callahan, SUN Brewhouse Rock

The Fire (412 W. Girard Ave.) FRI Irv The Villain (EP Release), Spazz Black, The Hailstones, SAT The Fall of Chernobyl, Duress, Infinity/The Philly DJ: A Tribute to Scratching & the Art of Turntablism

MilkBoy Philly (1100 Chestnut St.) FRI American Trappist, SAT The Good Mess (Album Release), Peace and the City Grease

Ortlieb’s Lounge (847 N. 3rd St) FRI Legion 76, Duffy’s Cut, SAT Yikes the Zero, Grand Mantis, Zilla Rocca, Teef, Flote, ialive, Grand Mantis

The Barbary (951 Frankford Ave.) Bad Habits Fest FRI  Alright Junior, Cassettes, American Dinosaur, Jesse Gimbel/Naps Past Noon, Summer Scouts, Kennel Club, Sitting in Cars, SAT Jamie and the Guarded Heart, Local Smokes, The Tisburys/Andorra, Knightlife

Silk City (435 Spring Garden St.) FRI Bo Bliz, SAT DJ Deejay

Fergie’s (1214 Sansom St.) FRI Live Band Karaoke, SUN Rusty Cadillac 

Bourbon & Branch (705 N. 2^nd St.) SAT Doug Wartman (Record Release), Starterjacket, CaveWomen, SUN Don Casilono

Connie’s Ric Rac (1132 S. 9^th St.) FRI Gibby Haynes with Paul Green Rock Academy, Gibbous Moon, Los Bambinos, SAT Gibby Haynes with Paul Green Rock Academy, YDI, 7th Victim

Voltage Lounge (421 N. 7th St.) FRI Korine

Morgan’s Pier (221 N. Columbus Blvd.) SAT DJ Pfeffer, SUN Frank Daly

Frankie Bradley’s (1320 Chancellor St.) FRI DJ Ben Aire, SAT Crabaret: an All-Cancer Sign Show/DJ Ed Cristof

Century (1350 S. 29^th St.) FRI Atomic Cretins, Josh Alvarez, SAT Destroying Angel (Release Show), Kiss of the Whip

The Grape Room (105 Grape St.) FRI Civil Holdup, Nyla Fairway, Synergetix, SAT EDO

Ardmore Music Hall (23 E. Lancaster Ave.) FRI Steal Your Peach, SAT Marah, Pawnshop Roses

The Pharmacy (1300 S. 18^th St.) FRI Primitive Heart, Panophonic, Under The Wire, SAT Countdown from Ten, Black Dirty, Palmlines, SUN Suburban Living, So Totally, Blood Sound

Creep Records (1050 N. Hancock St.) FRI  Endless Taile, Line Leader

Warehouse on Watts (923 N. Watts St.) FRI Pink Party: Astro 8000/Elvin T, Shang, DJ Matpat

Planet Phitness (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more info.) FRI Dignity Act Benefit: Pinkwash, Greg Electric, Big Heet

Anthorna Gallery (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more info.) FRI Lenny Ranallo, Noera, Scyphozoan

The Tide Pool (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more info.) FRI goodnight/goodluck, Chill Dad

“Hereditary Trauma Dream Sprinting (Oxford Circle)” is the lead single from MARANASATI 19111, the forthcoming debut full-length from Nina Keith. The LP is slated to arrive on August 30 via Grind Select. From its bird-chirping opening through the elegant expansive piano and flourishes of flute, etc., Keith creates a vivid, sonic landscape that also includes vocal assistance from Becki Freiberg. A graceful, weightless atmosphere thrives within an inherently complex, classical setting. It feels as though all your senses have been finely tuned to fully appreciate the nuanced layers. (Photo by Madeleine Bishop)

Attia Taylor & Corey Duncan, a.k.a. Strange Parts, have shared a new video for “Weathersby”. The track is featured on the duo’s 2018 album, Oh God, What A Beautiful Time I Spent In The Wild, which was recently reissued via This & That Tapes. Shot in black & white with bright bursts of pinkish-purple fireworks, the video ties into the summer season. The pair naturally sway to the hypnotic groove. There’s a fantasy-inspiring, daydreaming aesthetic at play.