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SNACKTIME’s new single just dropped, listen to it here

Philly’s standout funk-soul-hip-hop fusion band SNACKTIME, hot off their performances at Newport Folk Festival and Lollapalooza, released their newest single Wednesday. The band—comprised of…

By Max Bennett

Music News

John Morrison’s Philly Top 5: Jazz & Pop Past & Future

It’s early 2026 and Philly’s music scene is already on fire with activity. From viral dance challenges and resurrected rap classics to jazz of…

By John Morrison

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How Vince Barreras manages the vinyl pressing floor at Studio 4 and still finds time to run Abandon Everything Records

On a good day, Studio 4 Vinyl in Coatesville, PA, presses 4,500 records. Pressing floor manager Vince Barreras knows every machine in the 20,000…

By Megan Matuzak

WXPN Local

John Morrison’s October Top 5: Joe McPhee, Greg Weeks, ENESS, and more

October has brought several fantastic releases from Philly artists and some novel and creative musical experiences throughout the city. Staying somewhat true to my…

By John Morrison