WXPN’s Concert Picks: Erin Fox album release show, Ben Folds, Kid Cudi and Big Boi, more
Live shows coming up in the area are featuring pop, hip-hop, black metal, electronic, and more artists. See who’s playing locally!
Erin Fox | photo by Abad Rosa | courtesy of the artist
Friday — Chet Faker at Union Transfer
Melbourne, Australia native Chet Faker (real name Nicholas James Murphy) dropped his fourth album, A Love For Strangers, back in February and is out on tour support the release. Chances are you’ve heard “This Time For Real” from the record, and maybe his 2012 cover of Blackstreet’s “No Diggity,” on the WXPN airwaves.
Saturday — Mo Lowda & the Humble at Concerts Under the Stars
Local indie rockers Mo Lowda & the Humble will be up in King of Prussia Friday night for an outdoor show. The band and concertgoers are in luck: Saturday’s weather is looking perfect for a plein air performance.
Sunday — Ben Folds at The Fillmore
The alt-rock legend is stopping by Philly this weekend on his “Ben Folds & A Piano Tour.” His last studio release was a Christmas album, but you can hear him talk about 2023’s What Matters Most — and play some songs from it — on World Cafe here.
Monday — Eph See at Nikki Lopez
Up-and-coming pop singer Eph See is being joined by Baltimore’s Megagonefree and Harrisburg’s Peachkka for a gig at South Street’s Nikki Lopez early in the week.
Tuesday — Kid Cudi at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
Kid Cudi will be joined by Outkast’s Big Boi, A-Trak, and Chip The Ripper over in Camden Tuesday. A portion of ticket sales will be donated to The Big Bro Foundation, which works to guide, uplift, and empower youth — especially Black youth — who face mental health challenges.
Wednesday — Portrayal of Guilty at Johnny Brenda’s
Austin-based four piece Portrayal of Guilt is bringing their black metal and hardcore sound to JB’s for a killer weeknight show as they tour their latest release, …Beginning of the End. They’re joined by Street Sects, The Infinity Ring, and Philly hardcore outfit Commitment.
Thursday — Erin fox & The Hounds at Johnny Brenda’s
WXPN favorite Erin Fox will celebrate the release of her third album, Uprooting, with a hometown show featuring plenty of friends. Kelsey Cork & the Swigs, John Faye, and Lo-Priestess are all on the bill with Fox and her band.