Grrrr… sex-pop outfit Night Panther returns from their isolation at Miner Street Recordings with a new uplifting track called "Mountain," which you can stream and download for free below. The band recently celebrated lead singer Farzad Houshiarnejad’s birthday with a performance at MOMs in Doylestown, PA. They’ll also be joining the annual Caravan Music Fest in August. Expect more new music to come!

Here is our new edition of Krust Toons by Teddy Hazard entitled "Going on Tour." Please feel free to drop him a line at teddandthehazards@gmail.com if you dig or have any funny ideas. You can also check out more of his illustrations HERE.

We already knew that Strand of Oaks‘ "Last to Swim" is a powerful tune, making it one of our favorites. Well, Our Griffins recently stopped by Nomad Recording Studio to lay down his take on the heart-wrenching track, with such a hushed intesity, for Root Down in the Shadow‘s #CoverClub. You can catch Our Griffins live this Friday, June 27 at Bourbon & Branch. Also, don’t forget to grab your copy of Strand of Oaks’ new LP HEAL tomorrow, and he’ll be making an appearance at World Cafe Live this Friday as well for WXPN’s Free at Noon.

Aaron Livingston, a.k.a. ANTI- recording artist Son Little, the opening act for tonight’s show at Johnny Brenda’s, has the type of natural soul-gripping vocals that make you stop what you’re doing, hone-in, and ask, "Who’s that?" Already having worked with such accomplished artists as The Roots and rjd2, Son Little’s neo-soul pulls from the toolbox of his predecessors, using his vocals as a means to skillfully express a full palette of emotion from pleasure to perseverance, giving listeners a zoomed-in view of his inner workings – a personal proximity that exudes strength. The sleek synth & string-layered indie pop of Snowmine will bridge the gap to the electro-dance pop of fellow Brooklynites Small Black. Johnny Brenda’s, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., 8pm, $12, 21+ – Michael Colavita

A Sunny Day in Glasgow recently shared their new LP Sea When Absent over at Pitchfork Advance. It’s the group’s first release with outside help from producer Jeff Zeigler, and the album officially comes out tomorrow June 24 via Lefse Records. They will be back in Philly on Sunday, July 27 at Johnny Bredna’s with Pattern is Movement and Myrrias.

Anchored in the groove, resulting from the interplay of keys and a kit, Chris Wood’s (Orbit to Leslie, Grimace Federation) Gorgeous Porch is difficult to pin down, but maybe that isn’t the point. With it’s target primarily in sustaining valuable beats/grooves that gravitationally pull you in, Wood’s soft drifting voice becomes a secondary supplement, elevating the cosmic debris vibe by providing a shape and gauge of the environment, contrasting the proximity of that core groove with just out of reach vocals. On a similarly linked/related note, the garage-psych of Relatives is significantly propelled by their constantly churning combination of bass and percussion, pushing their polished sound ever forward. The delightfully dark and twisted carnival music experience of Oh Bree add yet another branch to this Golden Tea House Sunday bill that also includes Ohio math-punk rock outfit, Ultrasphinx. Golden Tea House, (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more info.), 7:30pm, $5 Donation, All Ages – Michael Colavita

A 40+ year festival tradition returns when Clark Park holds its annual Music and Art Festival in the Dog Bowl today, and this is also the year it returns to being a two-part Summer Solstice and Fall Equinox event. The fest will feature its usual plethora of craft vendors, food trucks, and family activities that start with a special performance by the Rock to the Future band, but at the center of the festival is a diverse lineup of 10 musical acts. Co-headliners City Rain will be bringing their vibrant soundscapes that radiate from the duo’s latest album, Songs for a High School Dance, and "golden age" indie rockers Commonwealth Choir will deliver a pumped-up set, fueled by songs from their noteworthy debut EP Shirtless. Saturday will be a good opportunity for charismatic Toy Soldiers frontman Ron Gallo to preview songs from his forthcoming album project Ronny, and you’ll find the whimsical folk collaboration of Dani Mari and Reverend TJ McGlinchey that’s known as Lovers League. The fest will also feature performances by Former Belle, Portland Senator, Family Vacation, and more. Clark Park, 43rd & Chester Ave., 12pm, FREE, All Ages – Bill McThrill

Connor Barwin’s Make The World Better Foundation, R5 Productions, and WXPN host a special fundraiser for the revitalization of Ralph Brooks Park in South Philly tonight. The big project will feature a state of the art basketball court, an urban farm, and a mural made by renowned artist, Steve “ESPO” Powers. The show features a stellar lineup that includes a headlining set from “constant hitmaker” Kurt Vile & his Violators. Vile will be joined by our most recent Philly Best Emerging Artist of the Year Poll Winners, The Districts, who have had a breakout year with their Fat Possum release and hefty touring schedule, which includes stints with Dr. Dog and White Denim. Rounding out the lineup will be Houston’s The Tontons. Union Transfer, 1026 Spring Garden St., 9pm, $25 – $300, All Ages – Bill McThrill

Peter Matthew Bauer‘s debut LP Liberation! is available for streaming over at Pitchfork Advance. "Liberation! is the soundtrack of one man’s journey inside himself, in preparation for the rest of the world to follow." It’s by far the most interesting and promising post-Walkmen project of the three in the works. The album officially comes out June 24 via Mexican Summer, and Bauer will be celebrating its release that evening at Johnny Brenda’s.

"We are back! Just FYI We are still a fucking band!!!! Here is proof!" Heavy Medical’s new three-song demo EP Constant Disappointment comes at you in full-on attack mode. The penetrating percussion smashing away, vocals tearing through in that authoritative pissed off perspective. It’s an unrelenting release of aggression forcefully tumbling down a steep hill headed right for you. Heavy Medical will be performing next in Philly on Wednesday, June 25 at Kung Fu Necktie. They also have plans to release new material and do a couple of small tours this summer.

Alex G, a.k.a. Alex Giannascoli, dropped his new full-length album DSU earlier this week via Orchid Tapes. The record is garnering him some very nice praise from major music media outlets, and the vinyl is already into its third pressing. He’ll be celebrating the album’s release tonight at Golden Tea House, which is presented by Guild Shows, before hitting the road for an extensive tour with labelmates Elvis Depressedly. Check out our interview with Alex G from earlier this year HERE when he won our Philly Year End Readers’/Fans’ Poll! He’ll also be joined this evening by locals Roof Doctor, Snoozer, and Orlando’s Sales. Golden Tea House, (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more info.), 7:30pm, $5 – $7 Donation, All Ages – H.M. Kauffman