
Heavy Medical & Bubonic Bear Show Moved from The After School Special to Black Actor House Aug. 9


New Track: “Sterling” (Nihiti Remix) – Strand of Oaks
Take a listen to the ambient and eerily tranquil remix of Philly transplant Strand of Oaks’ “Sterling” by Nihiti. It’s a hauntingly beautiful interpretation of the track from Pope Killdragon. You can stream it HERE via Tiny Mix Tapes. Enjoy!
New Track: “Sterling” (Nihiti Remix) – Strand of Oaks
Take a listen to the ambient and eerily tranquil remix of Strand of Oaks’ “Sterling” by NYC’s Nihiti. It’s a hauntingly beautiful interpretation of the track from Pope Killdragon. You can stream it HERE via Tiny Mix Tapes. Enjoy!
WrittenHouse Open for Nas & Damian Marley at The E Factory Aug. 9
With so many tours and shows bundled in exclusive package deals by big agency booking agents (definitely one of the many problems with the music industry), it’s always nice to see local acts getting their opportunity to support and shine in front of larger audiences when big name artists comes through town. Tonight WrittenHouse will be opening for the legendary Nas and Damian Marley. The Germantown outfit of old buddies consisting of producers Chris Conway, Kush Shalimar and emcee Charlie K (with hypeman Somerville Sleeves during live performances) will get their chance to win over some new fans with their jams which are heavily influenced by hip hop’s golden era. It’s just a shame that you can’t find the group’s name (as well as Solomonic Sound System) anywhere on the Electric Factory’s or Ticketbastard’s websites. Well, get there early and show a little hometown love by making plenty of noise for the locals. Electric Factory, 421 N. 7th St., 8pm, $39.50 (plus fees), All Ages – H.M. Kauffman
Purling Hiss Announce Fall Tour in Europe and U.S. Dates w/The War on Drugs & Carter Tanton
Purling Hiss just announced a hefty fall tour which includes a jaunt through Europe and U.S. dates with local pals The War on Drugs and Carter Tanton from the band Tulsa (Park the Van). You can check out the dates that have been announced so far below. Purling Hiss’ next Philly show will be on August 20 at Johnny Brenda’s with Pearls & Brass and Serpent Throne. (Photo by Tim Bugbee)
Photo Recap: Mad Decent Block Party at The Piazza

Free Download: Clausen – Cough Cool
Mad Decent Block Party at The Piazza & Official After-Party at The Barbary Aug. 7

2:00-3:00 – Kito
3:00-4:00 – Brick Bandits
4:00-5:00 – Louis Brodinski
4:30-5:00 – POPO
5:00-5:45 – Paul Devro
5:45-6:15 – Das Racist
6:15-7:00 – DJ Sega
7:00-8:00 – Diplo

Mad Decent Pre-Party w/Dirty South Joe & Uncle Ron at UBIQ Aug. 6
If you really can’t wait for the Mad Decent Block Party tomorrow, then head over to UBIQ tonight for its official pre-party with DJ sets by Dirty South Joe and Uncle Ron. There will also be FREE Heineken Light, well, until supplies last. (BTW: I actually prefer Heineken Light over regular Heineken. Does anyone else feel that way?) The pre-party is also FREE. Just a reminder to RSVP HERE for tomorrow’s main event to avoid any chance of getting shut out. Cheers! UBIQ, 1509 Walnut St., 6 – 10pm, FREE, All Ages – H.M. Kauffman
No Excuses Summer Series Continues at D!D!G Aug. 6

Weekend Warrior, August 5-7

