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Theatre Exile's Production of JOB Extends Through Late November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2025

South Philadelphia-based theater company Theatre Exile will present the Philadelphia premiere of award-winning playwright Max Wolf Friedlich's psychological thriller JOB, directed by Producing Artistic Director Deborah Block

JOB Comes to Theatre Exile This Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2025

South Philadelphia-based theater company Theatre Exile will present the Philadelphia premiere of award-winning playwright Max Wolf Friedlich's psychological thriller JOB.

International Contemporary Ensemble Joins the Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians for PERFORMING WHILE BLACK
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2025

International Contemporary Ensemble will perform works by and with four composer-performers from the New York Chapter of the renowned experimental music collective, the Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians (AACM), in Composing While Black: ICE collaborates with AACM members Thurman Barker, Adegoke Steve Colson, Iqua Colson and Reggie Nicholson on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. at NYU Skirball.

Real Sickies Share 'Triage' Single From Newly Announced LP
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 13, 2025

Real Sickies are set to release their fifth full-length album, Under a Plastic Bag next month. The album's first single, 'Triage,' is out now, offering a glimpse into the band's knack for blending raw punk energy with sharp, melodic hooks. Check it out here!

Isabelle Huppert & More to be Featured in NYU Skirball Winter/Spring 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2024

NYU Skirball’s Winter/Spring 2025 season will feature Robert Wilson, Isabelle Huppert, Florentina Holzinger, and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

White Reaper and Spiritual Camp Release 7' Two Song Split
by Josh Sharpe - May 16, 2024

Louisville garage rockers, White Reaper, and San Francisco punks, Spiritual Cramp, have released their two-song 7” split which is now available on all streaming platforms and in two exclusive vinyl variants (Clear and Black Ice). White Reaper and Spiritual Cramp will play a handful of dates together to celebrate the 7” which will get underway June 17th in Boston; they’ll also hit Brooklyn, Philadelphia, and DC. Listen to the songs now!

VIDEO: Get A First Look at LADYSITTING at Arden Theatre Company; Now Extended
by Alan Henry - Jan 29, 2024

Get a first look at Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company's world premiere of Ladysitting. Ladysitting is written by Lorene Cary, acclaimed Philadelphia-based author and playwright, University of Pennsylvania senior lecturer, and advocate.

LADYSITTING Extends at Arden Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Jan 19, 2024

 Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company announced the extension of its third production of the 2023/24 season, the world premiere of Ladysitting.

T-Pain Releases 'On Top Of The Covers (Live From The Sun Rose)'
by Michael Major - Dec 22, 2023

The band included Rodney ‘Lil Rod' Jones Jr. (Music Director/Bass/Keys), Curt Chambers (Guitar), Clemons Poindexter (Drums), Joe Flip Wilson (Keys), Porcha Clay (Background Vocals/Vocal Director), Chelsea “Peaches” West (Background Vocals), Kirsten Dawkins (Background Vocals) and Jasmine Patton (Background Vocals).

Fueled By Ramen Announces Limited Edition Releases of Fall Out Boy's 'Take This To Your Grave'
by Michael Major - Oct 31, 2023

Fueled By Ramen announces limited edition releases of Fall Out Boy’s Take This to Your Grave, including vinyl with never-before-released demos and a special coffee table book. The album was originally released on May 6, 2003, and features fan favorite track “Grand Theft Autumn/Where Is Your Boy Tonight” which has now been certified Platinum.

Kaien Cruz Presents Long-Awaited Debut Album 'Kaien'
by Michael Major - Oct 26, 2023

Featuring production from the likes of Dan Farber (Lizzo, Tkay Maidza, Dragonette), Os Young (Xenia Manasseh, Ray Vaughn), and Sonic Major (Chxrry22, Dreamville, Don Toliver), Kaien’s signature songwriting shines through on each of the record’s 12 tracks, intertwined with “Tell No One” and previous releases “Black Ice'' and “I Lay.”

Green Day Release 'The American Dream Is Killing Me'
by Michael Major - Oct 24, 2023

Global rock superstars Green Day – Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt and Tré Cool – have returned with a fiery call to action on “The American Dream Is Killing Me,” the first single and opening track from the group's 14th studio album Saviors. Watch the accompanying music video, directed by Brendan Walter and Ryan Baxley, now!

Kaien Cruz Releases New Track 'Show N Hoes' & Self-Titled Debut Album
by Michael Major - Oct 11, 2023

Bolstered by latest singles “Black Ice” and “I Lay”, Cruz’s “Show N Hoes” showcases their scorching signature style and offers a tantalizing glimpse into what to expect from KAIEN. With the euphoric fusion of mellow synthesizers and pulsating percussions, entwined with Cruz’s ethereal and entrancing vocals.

MeX Theater at Kentucky Center to Showcase BLACK BOY NARRATIVES and BRO CODE
by Stephi Wild - Aug 22, 2023

Kentucky Performing Arts ArtsReach will showcase the voices of Louisville Black men and boys in a two-part event in the MeX Theater at The Kentucky Center. The events will offer an important perspective and address issues that impact boys and men of color, inspiring discussion and thought.

Video: Kaien Cruz Releases 'I Lay' Animated Visualizer
by Michael Major - Jul 26, 2023

Queer South Africa-born, Los Angeles-based independent recording artist Kaien Cruz (they/them) unveils the animated visualizer for their upbeat summer afropop anthem 'I Lay.' The track is accompanied by a breathtaking cinematic video – directed by Hunter So with production by Anna Dickson – that was shot on location in Costa Rica.

Manchester Camerata Will Perform Three World Premieres This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Jun 15, 2023

Manchester Camerata continues to be at the forefront of the UK’s contemporary classical music scene with three world premiere performances this summer.

Kaien Cruz Unveils Upbeat Summer Afropop Anthem 'I Lay'
by Michael Major - Jun 7, 2023

Kaien Cruz (they/them) – is back in full force blessing us with the upbeat summer Afropop anthem “I Lay” available to stream now on all digital platforms via The Orchard. The track is accompanied by a breathtaking cinematic video – directed by Hunter So with production by Anna Dickson – that was shot in Costa Rica and features Kai’s partner.

Ars Nova Announces Lineup For 15th Annual ANT Fest
by Blair Ingenthron - May 23, 2023

Ars Nova, under the leadership of Founding Artistic Director Jason Eagan and Producing Executive Director Renee Blinkwolt, has announced the lineup for its 15th Annual ANT Fest featuring 13 shows, 12 of which will premiere in-person and on Ars Nova Supra with one exclusively premiering on Ars Nova Supra.

Kaien Cruz Returns with Heartfelt New Single 'Black Ice'
by Michael Major - Apr 19, 2023

Written by Kai with Tre Wright (Ty Dolla $ign, YG, Guapdad 4000) who co-produced it alongside Cam Griffin (Summer Walker, Kiana Lede, Rico Nasty), “Black Ice” sets the tone for what’s further to come from the multi-faceted artist’s forthcoming project due out later this year. 

Oropendola Releases New Single Ahead of Album Release on Friday
by Michael Major - Mar 14, 2023

Brooklyn artist Oropendola (who has played with Half Waif, Barrie, Samir Langus) has released her new single Rorschach Sky. This is the third & final single (following Knocking Down Flowers and Trust the Sun ) off of her upcoming album “Waiting for the Sky to Speak” via Spirit House Records and Wilbur & Moore Records.