Big Rube’s Philly

The Musical Artist Edit

The legendary marketing guru, chef and photographer shares some favorite photos and stories of Jay-Z, Snoop, DMC, Rakim, Biz Markie and other musicians he’s worked with, befriended and captured on camera

By Reuben Harley
Big Rube’s Philly

The Celebrity Edit

Michael K. Williams, Nicky Hilton, Leslie Odom Jr., Zendaya, and his Nan’s favorite, Terrence Howard are some of the celebs who’ve stopped for the camera of an iconic chef, trendsetter and street photographer

By Reuben Harley
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Philly Loves Bowie Week Turns 10!

Celebrate the Starman with dance parties, concerts, even kids' events

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Things to Do on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day in Philadelphia

It's not too late to get in on fireworks, kid-friendly countdowns or full-on glam to ring in 2026

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The War on Drugs School Fundraiser

The Philly fave band will be back at Johnny Brenda’s in December for a three-night-only fundraiser to benefit Philly schools. Tickets go on sale November 21.

By Malcolm Burnley
Guest Commentary

Remembering Pierre Robert

A Philadelphian remembers the legendary WMMR DJ who died this week

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Philly Music Fest

The annual event presents nine shows over seven days in venues all over town to raise money for music education in schools. Come for the bands you don’t yet know you’ll love

By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy
Overheard at Fitler

With Rock Impresario Larry Magid

The legendary concert promoter and rock pioneer steps back in time with Citizen Co-creator Larry Platt to relive the 40th anniversary of Live Aid and other ways Magid made Philly rock history

By J.P. Romney
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the 2025 Make the World Better Concert

Remi Wolf, Jay Som, Lucy Dacus, Hop Along and more indie rockers alight on FDR Park for a two-night concert benefiting Connor Barwin’s efforts to rebuild Philly playgrounds and rec centers

By Lauren McCutcheon

Hip Hop + Bluegrass?

Before Beyoncé became Cowboy Carter, this Philadelphia / Brooklyn-based band fused sounds that you didn’t know needed to be together

By Dr. James Peterson