On Stage (Bonus): Human Heat gets back to Midwest roots
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Human Heat
Human heat can best be measured by a non-contact MEMS thermal sensor.
Human Heat can best be measured by fan response.
Human Heat, a music act that evolved from a previous band Yellow Ostrich, will be looking to generate some heat when it plays a show at Kung Fu Necktie (1248 North Front Street, Philadelphia, 215-291-4919, kungfunecktie.com).
Human...
On Stage: Chris Hillman isn’t just ‘bidin’ his time
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Chris Hillman
Music fans – young and old – have been drawn to the music of the Byrds for more than a half-century.
Those who love the jangly pop sound pioneered by the Byrds will be in a state of ecstasy with the arrival of Chris Hillman’s new album “Bidin’ My Time,” which will be officially released on September 22 on Rounder Records.
On September...
Art Watch: Celebrating Gallery 222’s first anniversary
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
The big go-to art event this weekend is Saturday’s 1st Anniversary Exhibition and celebration reception at Gallery 222 in Malvern from 6:30pm to 9:30. Artists, art lovers , friends and public are all welcome to enjoy art, live music, food and drinks to toast the gallery’s first year in business. Gallery 222’s 1st Anniversary Show, “Graham,...
On Stage (Spotlight): Colony House is not what it seems
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Colony House
Colony House, which is headlining a show on September 19 at Fillmore Philadelphia (1100 Canal Street, Philadelphia, 215-309-0150, www.thefillmorephilly.com), is a band that could be confusing to people.
The quartet from Franklin, Tennessee – Caleb Chapman, lead vocals, guitar; Will Chapman, drums, percussion; Scott Mills, guitar, additional vocals;...
On Stage (Bonus): Sleeping With Sirens rocks The Foundry
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Sleeping With Sirens
Area fans of the band Sleeping With Sirens are in for a treat this weekend.
Sleeping With Sirens has embarked on a North American underplay tour this Fall in support of its new album “Gossip,” which will be released September 22 via Warner Bros. Records.
The four-week tour kicked off August 31 in San Francisco at Slim’s and will touch...
On Stage: Ramonda Hammer hitting its stride
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Ramonda Hammer
Ramonda Hammer is a relatively new Los Angeles grunge band that is beginning to hit its stride.
The foursome of Devin Davis, Andy Hengl, Justin Geter, and Mark Edwards just released a five-song EP called “Destroyers” on New Professor Records.
Now, Ramonda Hammer is out on tour in support of the disc – a tour that brings them to the area...
On Stage: Mancari offers new treats for the ears
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Becca Mancari
People have many different preferences when it comes to music listening tastes.
Some prefer the ultimate familiar. Just look at the popularity of radio stations with oldies or classic rock formats.
Some prefer current music – again with a sense of familiarity. So many EDM acts and modern rock bands adhere to a pattern – an act will introduce...
Art Watch: Under the Influences and giving back for Harvey
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
So many great shows and art events happening this weekend that it will be very difficult for you to choose which event to go to!
After months of an important retrospective show of Andrew Wyeth’s works, Somerville Manning Gallery opens this Friday with “Under the Influences,” a wonderful show that pairs a contemporary artist’s work with original...
On Stage: Batten makes rare area appearance
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Jennifer Batten
To land the gig as lead guitarist for Michael Jackson’s world tours during the height of his world-wide popularity, you had to be an amazing musician – a musician who could handle the complexities of the pop legend’s arrangements.
To be able to tour and record with Jeff Beck, one of rock’s all-time great guitarists, you had to be a guitarist...
On Stage: Duhon decides not to go it alone anymore
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The Andrew Duhon Trio
For years, Andrew Duhon pursued his music career as a solo artist. He toured and recorded on his own. But, that changed recently.
Duhon is a songwriter from New Orleans — a teller of stories with insightful lyrics and a distinctive voice. He has released three albums, the latest of which (“The Moorings”) was nominated for a Grammy...
