Here are ten live shows to see within the subsequent seven days, throughout Philly; particulars and tickets might be discovered on the WXPN Concert Calendar.
Sunday 3/21: Caracara at Johnny Brenda's
Starting off the week robust is that this native invoice at Johnny Brenda’s. Indie rock group Caracara, filled with multi-talented Philly musicians, is again on the scene submit their well-regarded 2022 LP New Preoccupations. Their latest single “Colorglut (Lazerbreak Version)”, a remix of an earlier collaboration with Anthony Green, reveals there may very well be extra electronica within the band’s future. Steady Hands, Caracara’s rowdier cousin, shares the billing, with newer alt-rock group Ultra-Lite beginning off the present. // 8 p.m., $15, 21+ — Paige Walter
Monday 4/1: Slaughter Beach, Dog at The State Theatre
Frontperson Jake Ewald offers his band members in Slaughter Beach, Dog a break for this latest run of reveals, together with this mellow Monday present at The State Theatre. Crying, Laughing, Waving, Smiling contributing vocalist and songwriter in her personal proper Erin Rae opens the present. Central PA, we wouldn’t miss this chance to see some intelligent, stripped-down folks music. // 8 p.m., $35, AA — P.W.
Wednesday 4/3: Dear Nora at Johnny Brenda’s
DIY indie group Dear Nora had probably the most enjoyable of their awkward section of the late 90s and early aughts, leaning into lo-fi manufacturing, cheeky punk-rock lyricism, and youthful spirit. Since getting back from a seven-year sabbatical in 2017, they’ve matured their sound whereas sustaining what made the group particular. Their latest, 2022’s human futures, piles onto the mountain of recent self-aware artwork bemoaning late-stage capitalism, and I imply that in a great way. // 8 p.m., $15, 21+ — P.W.
Thursday 4/4: GA-20 at Mauch Chunk Opera House
Contemporary blues favorites GA-20 go to Jim Thorpe’s Mauch Chunk Opera House this Thursday night time. If you noticed these guys play Free At Noon round this time final 12 months, you already know they’re all-star rockers. Definitely really useful for followers of The Black Keys’ Thickfreakness period, however with extra soul. // 7:30 p.m., $22, AA — P.W.
Thursday 4/4: TEKE::TEKE at World Cafe Live
Montreal-based, psychedelic rock group TEKE::TEKE is throughout the corridor from the XPN workplaces at World Cafe Live this Thursday. There’s positively rather a lot happening of their eclectic sound: the band cites influences resembling Japanese folks and Brazilian surf rock. Give their 2023 LP Hagata a spin to know what you’re getting your self into with this one. All the band’s sonic extra solely offers you extra to like. // 8:30 p.m., $16, AA — P.W.
Friday 4/5: Buddy Guy at Parx Casino
At 87, Buddy Guy is without doubt one of the final residing legends of blues guitar. Born and raised in Lettsworth, Louisiana, he began enjoying with a two-string guitar his father purchased for 2 {dollars}. Inspired by pioneers resembling John Lee Hooker, Guy has carried out with fellow titans of the blues: Muddy Waters, B.B. King, Howlin’ Wolf. In flip, generations of guitarists together with Jimi Hendrix, Keith Richards, John Mayer, and Stevie Ray Vaughn have named him as a key inspiration. Some of Guy’s greatest hits have been surprising however nice collaborations: “Feels Like Rain” with Bonnie Raitt, “Ain’t No Sunshine” with Tracy Chapman, and “Mustang Sally” with Jeff Beck. He’s presently embarking on his final main tour appropriately entitled the “Damn Right Farewell Tour.” On Friday, Bobby Rush will open for Guy on the Parx Casino. // 8 p.m., $40 and up, 21+ — Dylan I cried
Friday 4/5: Local Honeymoon at Kung Fu Necktie
The rising indie rock group Local Honeymoon hails from South Philly and not too long ago launched their first single on streaming: the rousing and witty “Everything is a Lot.” Their subsequent monitor, “25-29,” drops on April fifth they usually’ll be celebrating the discharge with a efficiency at Kung Fu Necktie. A trio of openers joins them: Connor Bracken & the Mother Leeds Band, the Far Out, and the Latchkey Kids. // 7 p.m., $12, 21+ — D.I.
Friday 4/5: Shovels and Rope at White Eagle Hall
Shovels and Rope consists of Michael Trent and Cary Ann Hearst. husband and spouse – each musical powerhouses on their very own. As a duo, they mix folks, rock, and Americana influences right into a singular and really private sound. Both Trent and Hearst play nearly each instrument – together with harmonica – however their duetting voices really make the band a must-see. // 8 p.m., $30, AA — D.I.
Saturday 4/6: Lady Alma at World Cafe Live
Philly legend Lady Alma is without doubt one of the definitive voices of home music. Growing up, she studied singing, dance, and theater on the Settlement Music School and the Freedom Theater. Her music is diversified in sound however constantly optimistic and inspirational. She appeared on 2023’s “A Philly Special Christmas,” singing alongside Eagles participant Jordan Mailata. DJ Marley Marl and DJ Reddz will be a part of her at World Cafe Live. // 8 p.m., $25 and up, AA — D.I.
Saturday 4/6: Young Fathers at Underground Arts
Alloysious Massaquoi, Kayus Bankole, and G. Hastings began performing collectively in 2008. They have been solely youngsters on the time however the Edinburgh trio started began to launch a sequence of critically acclaimed mixtapes. In 2014, they received the celebrated Mercury Prize for his or her debut album, Dead. Their music is commonly deeply political and at all times surprising, switching from hard-hitting hip-hop to experimental pop. Fellow Edinburgh genre-bender Callum Easter will open for the group at Underground Arts. // 8 p.m., $25, 21+ — D.I.
