On Stage: Loreena McKennitt makes rare local appearance
Also: The Darkness, Froth and Ryan Beaver on local stages
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Canadian singer-songwriter Loreena McKennitt is doing a pair of shows in the Delaware Valley this week.
On first listen, Canadian singer-songwriter Loreena McKennitt might sound like just another folk artist with a nice voice and a Celtic vibe. But, listen more and you’ll find a talented singer whose...
On Stage Extra: Anderson & Ponty team up
Solo artists in midweek spotlight
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
This past weekend was a heavy period for top-flight concerts in the area and it isn’t about to stop just because the weekend is drawing to a close.
On Sunday night, two talented solo artists will have shows in the city — Bob Forrest and Greg Holden. South African singer Jeremy Loops has a show slated for Monday night...
On Stage: The legendary Al Kooper
Also: U.S. Reggae acts swarm into Philly
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The legendary Al Kooper plays a rare show at the Sellersville Theater, Oct. 22.
There are only a few artists in the realm of rock music who genuinely deserve to be called legends. Al Kooper is one of them.
Kooper, who will perform on October 22 at the Sellersville Theater (24 West Temple Avenue, Sellersville, 215-257-5808, www.st94.com),...
On Stage: Danzig covers it all
Also: This Wild Life, Twiztid have area performances
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Glenn Danzig and his band Danzig, hit the road in support of their new album of covers, “Skeletons.”
A lot of bands will play covers (songs made popular by other artists) during their live sets and some will occasionally put a cover song on their albums. It’s rare to see a band or a singer do...
Art Watch: Kennett artists show in Oxford
Stolen art from DVAL; brilliant music from Kennett Symphony
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
The Oxford Art Alliance show of “Kennett Square Artists” opens this Friday, with reception 5-8pm at their location at 38 South Third Street in downtown Oxford. Ten artists, including Dave Beck, Katee Boyle, Dorthy Bucher, Frank DiPietro, Lele Galer, Carol Lesher, Susan Myers, Janice Silberman,...
On Stage Extra: Critically-acclaimed Decker. hits Philly
Hollywood Undead, Archie Palmer and more on local stages
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Brandon Decker — who performs as decker. — brings his unique bend of rock, folk and psychedelic to Philadelphia Friday night.
When Brandon Decker, who is headlining a show on October 9 at Bourbon and Branch (705 North Second Street, Philadelphia, 215-238-0660, bourbonandbranchphilly.com), makes...
On Stage: Legendary British rockers come to area
Ray Davies, Peter Frampton and the Zombies all with local shows
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Over the next few days, there will be three shows in the area featuring legendary British rockers whose careers began in the early-to-mid 1960s — rockers who are still making relevant music and are far from past their prime. Area fans will be treated to shows by former Kinks’ lead guitarist...
Art Watch: Legendary N.C. Wyeth works featured in West Chester
Chester County Art Association will show 17 paintings never shown together before
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
This October rings with themes of American Patriotism, starting with the historic exhibition of 17 never before seen together N.C. Wyeth paintings on exhibit at Chester County Art Association at 100 Bradford Avenue in West Chester, October 10-18. These paintings illustrate pivotal moments...
On Stage: Philly’s new Fillmore opens tonight
New Fishtown music venue to open with Hall & Oates
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
An artists’ rendering of the new Fillmore in Philadelphia, which opens tonight.
Starting tonight, the live music scene in Philadelphia will have a new look. A new high-profile venue has come to town. October 1 will mark the Grand Opening of Philadelphia Fillmore (Frankford Avenue and Richmond Street,...
Art Watch: Gallery Walk West Chester goes big time
Friday’s event charged up with shows in 25 locations
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
Gallery Walk West Chester this Friday is charged up with art shows in 25 locations, including Clay Days at CCAA and Murder of Crows at The Art Trust
West Chester’s 25th Annual Gallery Walk is charged up with art shows in 25 locations throughout the town from 5-9pm this Friday, October 2nd. The Chamber...
