On Stage (Extra): Cold Roses evolve into Philly powerhouse
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Cold Roses
Warm weather has arrived in the area this weekend – and so has Cold Roses.
Cold Roses is a Philadelphia-based band that will be performing a hometown show at the Summer Kickoff Music Fest on June 3. The show is in support of the band’s upcoming CD, “Escape to Anywhere,” which will be released on July 21 on Recorded Records.
The one-day festival...
On Stage: Lauren Hoffman finds catharsis in ‘Family Ghost’
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Lauren Hoffman
In 1997, Lauren Hoffman was living in Charlottesville, Virginia when she released her debut album “Megiddo” on Virgin Records America.
Now, in 2017, she is still living in Charlottesville. An, she is still playing songs from “Megiddo” on her current tour – a tour that brings her to Philly on June 2 for a show at The Fire (412 West Girard...
On Stage (Bonus): Lulu’s impact stretches across decades
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Lulu
Lulu is a veteran singer whose name you may not recognize. But, music fans – especially music fans who are also movie fans –almost definitely know some of her songs.
Remember the title track to the hit movie “To Sir with Love”? That was Lulu singing. And, she also acted in the film.
How about the James Bond film “The Man with the Golden Gun”?...
Art Watch: A mammoth weekend for art in Kennett Square
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
June kicks off with a mammoth art event in Kennett Square this Friday from 6-9pm to celebrate the arts and salute the first public art sculpture installation in the town. From the start of State Street all the way to the Creamery on Birth Street, art is happening indoors and out.
On Saturday, the beautiful Scarlett Thicket Farm Art Show, at 284 West Street Road in...
On Stage (Extra): Motown comes to Philly
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Motown, The Musical
The “Motown Sound” began in 1959 when Berry Gordy Jr. founded Tamla Records in Detroit, Michigan.
One year later, the record company was incorporated as the Motown Record Corporation with the name coming from “motor” and “town” — a reference to the city’s link to the auto manufacturing industry.
Over the years, the “Motown...
On Stage: Shadows of Knight moves beyond Gloria
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The Shadows of Knight are one of those bands that most people know. They may not recognize the band’s name but they’re very familiar with the band’s greatest hit.
In 1966, the Chicago-based quintet formed by Jimy Sohns and friends had a Top 10 with their version of “Gloria,” a song originally recorded by the U.K. band Them.
Sohns has kept the Shadows...
Art Watch: Reflections and hanging out this weekend with art and wine
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
After last weekend’s whirlwind art adventure on The Chester County Studio Tour, this week offers some calmer, interesting, compelling discussions about creating and selling art here in Chester County. After looking at so much art all weekend, now is a great week to reflect on it all. Share in captivating art discussions Wednesday and Thursday, and enjoy a delicious...
On Stage (Bonus): Ottmar Liebert is as international as it gets
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Ottmar Liebert
A project by Ottmar Liebert can be as international as a United Nations committee meeting.
Liebert, who will be performing with his band Luna Negra on May 24 at the Sellersville Theater (24 West Temple Avenue, Sellersville, 215-257-5808, www.st94.com), has been multi-national since he was born.
The talented musician grew up in Köln, Germany...
On Stage (Bonus): Anders Osborne is on a writing spree
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Anders Osborne
On May 20, downtown Wilmington will welcome the inaugural staging of David Bromberg’s Big Noise Festival at Tubman Garrett Park (815 Justison Street, Wilmington, http://www.bignoisefestival.com).
The festival’s all-star line-up will feature David Bromberg Big Band, Chris Robinson Brotherhood, Dr. John, Anders Osborne, Larry Campbell &...
On Stage: Jarre finally comes to North America
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Jean-Michel Jarre
Jean-Michel Jarre is a legend in the world of electronic music.
Ever since his debut album, the French composer/performer has been pushing the boundaries of music – and of attracting live audiences.
In 1990, Jarre attracted an audience of 2.5 million in front of La Défense skyline, Paris in a show commemoration celebration of the 200th...
