Weekend Warrior, September 10 – 12

One of the most prolific hardcore bands to rise from the underbelly of Philly is set to come back for one night only. Pagan Babies are considered one of the pioneers of fusing hardcore and punk with rap and hip hop, and were also known for the graffiti style artwork that appeared on their albums courtesy of their drummer Bruce Boyd. Aside from returning to play the “Legends of Philly Hardcore” show in July of 2007, the band has essentially called it quits since 1989. But in honor of the release of their special anthology Last on drp records, the band is set to perform tonight at The Troc for one more time (but I bet that they might change their tune if Last takes off). They’ll be joined by another local hardcore legend McRad who have been a Philly music institution since the 80s and Reading thrash masters Common Enemy who have been assaulting the scene since 1998. Add in the newest project from Kermit “Hell” Lyman of Slumlord, Thee Nosebleeds, who will also be performing with legendary thrashers D.R.I. later this month. And you have a lineup that’s ready to fuck shit up! The Trocadero, 1003 Arch St., 7:30pm, $12 adv/$15 door, All Ages (Artwork by Bruce Boyd)