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Philly Punx Picnic Is Back!

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Philly Punx Picnic is back for its sixth year of mayhem, DIY and uniting Philly bands with touring out-of-towners. The music kicks off tonight with a South Philly potluck BBQ, and continues with events throughout the entire city until July 1. Be sure to check out locals Bad Doctors, the Adults, No Lessons Learned, scene veterans Violent Society, and more hometown acts. Among the many touring bands invited to perform are The Proselyte from Boston and Liebestod from Pittsburgh. For the full lineup and coverage of each day’s events, swing by the Philly Punx Picnic blog. Also learn more about the annual tradition by reading our interview from last year with organizers Nyssa Capps and Chris Tsonos HERE. 

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New Track: “A Secret for You and Me (Trip Inside this House)” – The Tweeds

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Below is a new track from psych rockers The Tweeds called “A Secret for You and Me (Trip Inside this House).” It was produced by Fancy Time Studio’s Kyle “Slick” Johnson, and recorded for The 88.1 KDHX St. Louis Summer Solstice Sampler. They’ll be performing tomorrow night at The Grape Room.
 

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Heyward Howkins Official Post-release Show at PhilaMOCA June 27

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Former lead guitarist of The Trouble with Sweeney and founding member of The Silver Ages, Heyward Howkins has really come into his own with the release of his solo debut LP The Hale & Hearty (which you can stream in its entirety via Spinner). From the fine production work of Chet Delcampo (an artist who has been linked to such greats as Smokey Robinson, Kid Congo Powers, and David Lovering), to the merged melodies of British twee and Americana roots, it’s an impressive album that will resonate for years to come. While the artist had an album release party at Fishtown’s Maas building earlier this month, Howkins will be now having his official post-release celebration at PhilaMOCA tonight which will also feature whimsical Swedish singer-songwriter Sofia Talvik and radiant folk beauty Emily Arin. And along with an impressive lineup of music, the venue will be providing complimentary home-made hard lemonade, Narragansett Lager, and gourmet sandwiches. PhilaMOCA, 531 N 12th St., 8pm, $8, All Ages (Photo by Tyler Costill) – Bill McThrill

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Rodney Anonymous Tells You How To Live on Y-Not Radio

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Y-Not Radio just announced that The Dead Milkmen’s Rodney Annonymous will be hosting his own segment every first Friday of the month at 9pm starting July 6. the show will be call Rodney Anonymous Tells You How To Live which will feature “the best in Goth, Industrial, Dark Wave, Noise, and 18th century whaling songs. You know; pretty much picking up where Car Talk left off.” Station owner Josh T. Landow states, “This is Rodney’s time to share music that he loves from artists who aren’t heard anywhere on the radio.   Besides, he’s Rodney F*^#ing Anonymous!  He can play whatever he wants on his show!  I could listen to Rodney read Dr. Who fanfic for an hour.” You can check it out HERE, and it will also be available for one month on demand HERE.
 
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The Deli Philly’s Featured Artist(s) Poll Winner: Skeleton Lipstick

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In the world of music, you’ll find artists working on their craft from all walks of life. We’re guessing that The Deli Philly’s most recent Featured Artist(s) Poll Winner Skeleton Lipstick a.k.a. Chris Smith is our first oral surgery resident. The fledgling project is just putting on its make-up and getting ready for its coming out party with the release of a full-length album on July 4 via Airlines Tapes. But first, get to know Skeleton Lipstick by reading our interview HERE.

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Purling Hiss Get Awesomely Loud at JB’s June 26

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Imagine the badassery of a blues guitar solo, the reckless, chaotic attitude of a punk show, and noise so all encompassing, Kevin Shields would ask to turn it down. Intense, right? Something like that’s happening tonight at Jonny Brenda’s where Deli favorites Purling Hiss are headlining. On record, these guys sound like a seriously vintage blues band on a vinyl not quite dusted properly after years spent oin the garage. Which is to say, awesome. And it only promises to be more awesome live; fresh off tours with The War on Drugs, Dr. Dog and Wilco, the grungy, unapologetic trio is known for its energetic live shows, matching the intensity of its sound in its performance. With creepy noisers Far-Out Fangtooth and the newly-signed-to-Matador The Young opening, JB’s is sure to be one of the loudest rooms in Philly this evening. Which, again, is to say, awesome. Johnny Brendas, 1201 N Frankford Ave., 9pm, $10 adv/$12 door, 21+ – Adam Downer

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Tuesday Tune-Out w/Oh! Pears at PhilaMOCA June 26

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Oh! Pears, the orchestral/chamber pop project of Corey Duncan, takes the stage tonight at PhilaMOCA. He will be doing a solo set followed by an improvisational vocal set which definitely will require some audience participation. His voice, which is a bit reminiscent of acts like Beirut and Grizzly Bear, is honest and versatile. His music is complex in instrumentation and lyrically thoughtful. What always seem to stand out are Duncan’s effortless guitar work and its nuances of hidden treasures. This evening’s show is part of PhilaMOCA’s Tuesday Tune-Outs, where a musician performs and then selects a movie to be screened (which is usually unannounced) for the crowd to enjoy after their set. It’s fun and intimate! Well, I happen to know that Duncan has chosen The Room, a cult film that was dubbed the “Citizen Kane of bad movies.” So warm up your vocal chords and prepare to view a movie that’s so good at being bad. PhilaMOCA, 531 N. 12th St., 8pm Music/9pm Movie, $5, All Ages – Maura Filoromo
 
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Mad Decent Block Party Dates Announced

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It’s that time of year again. Dates for the Mad Decent Block Party were just announced. The traveling rager will be making its way to Philly on August 4 (location hasn’t yet been revealed). It has expanded to 5 cities this summer which also includes Toronto (7/28), New York (8/5), Chicago (8/18), and Los Angeles (8/25). You can RSVP HERE, and check out this year’s promo trailer below (which is accompanied by PO PO’s “Let’s Get Away”).
 

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New Track: “Seems to Last Forever” – Daniel Ryan Belski

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Below is the first track called “Seems to Last Forever” off Daniel Ryan Belski’s forthcoming EP They Always Haunt at Night. You may be familiar with his music under the moniker The Divine Lorraine as well as his guitar work as a member of Arrah & The Ferns. He’ll be celebrating the release of his record this Friday with Adam & Dave’s Bloodline and Lion Versus.