If you are in the mood to get down tonight but want to class it up a bit with a taste of culture, then FIRST FRIDAY! Philadelphia Artist Spotlight at the Barnes is where you want to be. Not only will you have access to its priceless collection of artwork, you’ll also have the rare opportunity to hear soulful experimental pop duo Pattern is Movement taking on selected works by the late, great hip-hop producer J Dilla for an entire set. Will they have guest emcees? Will you see Andrew Thiboldeaux and/or Chris Ward spitting some bars in the Barnes? They were in a rap group together as teenagers so that option doesn’t seem to be off the table just yet. Pattern is Movement will also be joined by Mr. Sonny James, co-founder of the Illvibe Collective, Las Gallas and more. The Barnes, 2025 Ben Franklin Parkway, 6pm – 10pm, $12.50 (free for members), All Ages – H.M Kauffman
