WXPN’s Concert Picks: Rufus Wainwright, Snail Mail, Band of Horses, More
Band of Horses | photo by Avi Warren for WXPN
Friday: JR Everhart At Johnny Brenda’s
The former Scantron frontman and current bandleader of Cosmic Guilt is in for a solo show (with the help of some familiar faces) Friday at JB’s. He’ll be joined by supporting acts Keenan O’Meara and The High Chiefs.
Saturday: The Belair Lip Bombs At PhilaMOCA
The breakout Aussie rockers are coming to Philly two days in a row: Friday for a Free At Noon performance here at WXPN and then Saturday for a show with dust and Laveda at PhilaMOCA, with limited tickets available. You’ve got TWO chances to see them, don’t miss out.
Sunday: The Outlaws At Strand Theatre
The guitar-slinging southern rock legends are heading to York Sunday for solo show. Though it’s been about 20 years since founding member and guitarist Hughie Thomasson’s death, The Outlaws still rip through their fiery track, including the “Freebird”-esque “Green Grass and High Tides,” complete with extended solos.
Monday: Jennifer Castle At Silk City
Canadian singer-songwriter Jennifer Castle is out on a seven-date tour starting Sunday, and she’s coming to Philly Monday. Check out her 2015 Folkadelphia performance here.
Tuesday: Band of Horses At The Fillmore
20 years ago, Seattle’s Band of Horses released their debut album, Everything all The Time, and became fast indie rock favorites. Now, they’re on the road playing the record in full, followed by a set of select tracks that span their career.
Wednesday: Rufus Wainwright At Sellersville Theater
Rufus Wainwright, the prolific singer-songwriter from Canada born to folk icons Loudon Wainwright III and Katie McGarrigle, is heading to Bucks County for a solo show at Sellersville Theater. With 11 studio albums, seven live albums, four compilation albums, four EPs, and many more releases, show goers are in for an eclectic night.
Thursday: Snail Mail At The Fillmore
Lindsey Jordan’s indie emo project Snail Mail is on a victory lap after releasing Ricochet on March 27. We’ve been playing the lead single “Dead End” quite a bit on air, and you can catch it live at next week’s show, which has Swirlies and Sharp Pins on the bill, too.