This past saturday was the finals of the Philly Cup to benefit a group that helps build skate parks around Philadelphia. Below are a few pictures and a short flick highlighting the competition.
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Arrested Development Playing Tennessee Live at the Blockley
The year was 1992 and I was deep in High School. One of my favorite albums was Arrested Development’s album 3 Years, 5 Months And 2 Days in the life of…
Their music was so easy to digest and enjoy – it was upbeat and gave us something to really start parties off on the right foot. Now 20 years latter Arrested Development is out touring in celebration of this monumentous 90′s album. Peep them doing “Tennnessee” at the Blockley – this version includes Speech offering the true background of the song which was quite misunderstood by the masses.
Vacationer Live at Underground Arts 9.28.12
Philadelphia’s Vacationer owns the summer with their lofty feel-good vocals and laid-back vibe and beats. They played their second Philadelphia show at the cities newest or at least redone music venue Underground Arts. The show caught fire around the time they performed “Trip” and what I believe to be a remixed version of “Jesus” by DOM that really made the 200 or so move. It should also be noted that this venue is spectacular! Set in a warehouse style basement, it’s got character galore, great sound, solid lights, low stage, choice beer and one heck of a recording studio in the back. Peep Vacationer doing “Good As New” and “Trip” live and get a feel for the new Underground Arts venue.
alt-J – Live in Philadelphia – 9.14.12 – Video
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alt-J – the four man Indie group from the UK is fast blowing up in the states. With a song on the last season of Weeds and a new album entitled An Awesome Wave just released, alt-J landed at Johnny Brenda’s for a sold out show. This band is even Favorited to win the 2012 Murcury Prize. I suspect that will be the last time seeing them in a small club. Peep them as their front man Joe Newman craftily winds us through some of the most interesting and easiest vocals to the ears on their song “Tessellate”
The Bright Light Social Hour and Black Taxi Video Live In Philly
The Bright Light Social Hour and Black Taxi came through Philadelphia at the beginning of August and absolutely blew up the Northstar Bar with an amazing show packed with some high energy dance-able rock. Peep the video below of their show.
Grimace Federation – Last show of residency at The Kung-Fu Necktie
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Peep these Philly cats as they throw down at the Kung-Fu Necktie with a gusto and precision that boggles the ears and mind. They are playing a bunch of dates in Philly over the next months. Now is a great time to see more of what you’ll witness in the video below.
Sunday Video Mash-up of the Made In America Festival
Sunday Video Mash-up of the Made In America Festival. Made with a $200 fuji film point and shoot and Premiere Pro and fueled by plenty of good ole american budweiser
The Allman Brothers Peach Festival – Sat Video Mash-Up
A few panoramic images to get an idea from the scene
TAUK covering the Beatles “I Want You (She’s So Heavy)”
Tauk a rock fusion band out of NYC offers their slow smoldering take on the Beatles “I Want You (She’s So Heavy)” see below if you dig it catch them at the Blockley August 4th or at the upcoming Peach Festival with The Allman Brothers at Montage Mtn on Aug 10-12. thepeachmusicfestival.com