Sunday, June 29, 2014

July 5, 2014 9:00 PM Ursula Rucker with Jim Hamilton - Tim Motzer Duo at Mermaid Inn

The dynamic duo of Jim Hamilton and Tim Motzer join forces with friend and celebrated poet Ursula Rucker for wonderous sounds and captivating words in an intimate setting, The Mermaid Inn.

"Declare your artistic Independence ! On July 5th We will be celebrating a different kind of revolution. I will be doing a gig at the Mermaid Inn 7673 Germantown Ave. Its not just any gig though. This one feat: guitarist Tim Motzer along w/ special guest Ursula Rucker. We're better together. Come on out. 9 p.m. free at the door, contribute if you can."
Jim Hamilton.

Not to be missed!

2 sets.

Saturday July 5th 9pm
The Mermaid Inn, Chestnut Hill
7673 Germantown Ave.

Saturday, June 28, 2014

July 4, 2014 12;00-7:00 PM WaWa's Welcome America July 4th Party on The Parkway

Of course, there are all kinds of free music performances on the parkway on fourth of July, but world music lovers will pay particular attention to the lineup on the Global Music Stage
El Caribefunk will perform at 3:30 pm on the Global Music Stage
Rennie Harris' RHAW will also be on the Global stage with the best street dance styles including hip hop WaWa Welcome America Festival 2014

July 4, 2014 3;00 PM COLOMBIA vs. BRASIL - Rumba de Cuartos de Final •• WC game & dance fiesta at Sancho Pistola's


Sancho Pistola's
19 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19123

No todos los dias tenemos la oportunidad de ver a Colombia contra Brasil en los cuartos de final de una copa mundial asi que hay que celebrar a lo grande! Con sonido en español!

Medio tiempo y despues del juego hay rumba!
Acompañanos con la gran musica de Juanderful Juan (TROPICALISMO MUNDIAL) y la excelente comida bebida y ambiente de Sancho Pistola's.

Ademas es 4 de Julio y el area se presta para los que quieran ver los Fuegos Artificales y demas actividades en la ciudad esa noche.

Gratis! Para todas las Edades!
Puertas abren a las 3pm
Philly Alternativo


Not every day we get the chance to see Colombia vs. Brasil at a world cup quarter final game, and that's why we have to celebrate big time! The game will be with sound on in spanish!

During half-time and after the game there's fiesta!
Come join us with the amazing music of Juanderful and the excellent food, drinks and ambiance of Sancho Pistolas.

On top of that it's 4th of July and the area is perfect for those who wish to see fireworks and other activities that night in the city.

No Cover! All welcome!
Doors at 3pm

No Cover! All Ages!

Friday, June 27, 2014

July 1, 2014 8:00 PM Brazilian Singer Rodrigo Amarante and Jenny O at World Cafe Live PHL

Brazilian singer/songwriter Rodrigo Amarante has released his first solo recording, Cavalo, after previously being a member of Little Joy, Los Hermanos, and Orquestra Imperial.One of the masterminds behind Brazilian band Los Hermanos and founding member of the samba supergroup Orquestra Imperial, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Rodrigo Amarante is an inescapable musical figure in his native South American home.

Breaking out of the Brazilian market in 2008, alongside friends Fabrizio Moretti and Binki Shapiro, Amarante formed the group Little Joy and the trio released their self titled debut album which gained critical acclaim in the US and worldwide.

Living in the US since then and recording and performing with such artists as Devendra Banhart, Gilberto Gil, Adam Green and Tom Zé, Amarante is now ready to release his stunning first solo album "Cavalo", which will be available worldwide on May 6th.
World Cafe Live
3025 Walnut St.
Philadelphia Pa
Tickets $15. plus fees

Wednesday, June 4, 2014

June 10, 2014 7:00-8:45 PM Free Concert at Bardascino Park with Pagode Project and El Caribefunk (RAINED OUT - TO BE RESCHEDULED)

Yo, Philly! The Pagode Project is playing tomorrow at Bardascino Park (10th and Carpenter) at 7pm, weather permitting. Free and open to the public, so bring the family and hang out with us for a couple hours. Playing some Brazilian tunes, at times mixed with Jazz & Latin flavors. We may even have some special Colombian guests El Caribefunk sitting in with us at some point in the evening... Hope to see you there! — with David Palan, Josh Robinson, Patricio Acevedo and Jeremy Dyen.

Monday, June 2, 2014

June 7, 2014 6:00-9:00 PM Philadelphia Folklore Project's 27th Birthday Bash

Join PFP for a special 27th year celebration on June 7, 2014:

* WELCOME SELINA MORALES as PFP's next Director
* Say FAREWELL to DEBORA KODISH after 27 years!
* HONOR Folk Arts and Social Change Awardees
* SING with the Liberian Women's Chorus for Change
* DANCE with Kulu Mele African Dance and Drum Ensemble
* Enjoy great food and drink!
Expect food, fun, engaging activities, a wonderful crowd of people, and an all-around joyful evening! This year marks big changes, includes great performances (with your participation) and it honors amazing women who are inspiring models in folk arts and change. This is your chance to:

* Bid farewell to PFP founder and longtime Director, Debora Kodish, and welcome incoming Director Selina Morales. The Birthday Bash marks a changing of the guard at PFP. Kodish is stepping down after 27 years at the helm.
Honor the 2014 Folk Arts and Social Change Awards recipients: Groundbreaking percussionists Nana Korantema Ayeboafo and Elaine Watts. Both artistic and social change innovators, Nana and Elaine are dynamic and inspiring women. Each was told that "women can't play drums" and discouraged from playing their chosen instrument. Lucky for us (and for so many others) each persevered. We honor Nana and Elaine for their courage, artistry and knowledge, for the ways in which they have made African and klezmer drumming (respectively) accessible to new generations, and for the inspiration they continue to provide as women and role models,

* Sing with the Liberian Women's Chorus for Change, and dance with Kulu Mele African Dance and Drum Ensemble. The Chorus is a new PFP Folk Arts and Social Change project: an ensemble that is using Liberian song traditions to address gender violence. They'll perform (and Bash attendees will get to sing along). And Kulu Mele will close the evening out with a participatory bantaba dance (including lessons!)
Where: The Painted Bride Art Center
230 Vine St.
Philadelphia Pa
Tickets start at $30.

June 7, 2014 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM Tenth Annual Sugar Cane Festival at 5th and Berks Streets

Featured performers:
Rotimi and the Afrophonik Rhythms
Muevete Dancers
Tambores de Samba
The Village African Dance Company
Los Bomberos de La Calle
Fuego Dance Company
DJ Rahsaan

June 7, 2014 12;00 Noon to 4:00 PM Official Launch of Radio Station Ray Jess at Centro Musical