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Algernon Cadwallader shows off their first album in 14 years at WXPN Studios

The beloved Philly punk band plays four songs from ‘Trying Not To Have A Thought’ in this studio session.

By John Vettese

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Hotbed is just warming up

The eclectic and electrifying indie psych band talk about the journey to their latest record, ‘Forgot How 2 Chill’.

By Nishanth Bhargava

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WXPN Local Picks – Week of October 6, 2025

Every weekday afternoon in the 1:00 hour, WXPN celebrates the Philly-regional music scene with the WXPN Local Picks. That’s when midday host Mike Vasilikos…

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Golden Apples’ Russell Edling talks art, music, and collaboration on WXPN Local

Golden Apples on WXPN Local Russell Edling is not just the singer, songwriter, and guitarist behind the Philly band Golden Apples; he’s also a…

By John Vettese

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Singer-songwriter fave Ben Arnold brings new music and old faves to Homegrown Live

The Philly music scene vet got fans ready for this weekend’s record release party celebrating his new album XI.

By John Vettese

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Watch Philly power pop band Benny P play live at WXPN Studios

The West Philly jangle-popsters show off the infectious melodies and upbeat energy of their debut album ‘No Place’ in this instudio session.

By John Vettese

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John Morrison’s Philly Top 5: Punk history and rap relics rediscovered for September

Here’s what caught the Culture Cypher Radio host’s ear this month.

By John Morrison

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Inside the Clef Club’s Love Supreme Weekend

The Philadelphia Jazz institution will pay tribute to one of the highest artistic achievements of the 20th Century, John Coltrane’s ‘A Love Supreme.’

By John Morrison

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WXPN Local Picks – Week of September 22, 2025

Every weekday afternoon in the 1:00 hour, WXPN celebrates the Philly-regional music scene with the WXPN Local Picks. That’s when midday host Mike Vasilikos…

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