Big Rube’s Philly

Bumi Fernandez-West

The iconic photographer, brand marketer and chef interviews the family woman behind Odunde — celebrating 50 years this Sunday

By Reuben Harley

Putting the Blues in Sinners

How Philadelphia guitarist Randy Bowland shaped Hollywood’s next breakout star

By Malcolm Burnley

Political Satire for the TikTok Age

Philly punk rocker Ron Gallo once avoided social media. Now he’s made it the stage for his most unseriously serious music yet, attracting both worldwide fans and MAGA haters

By Malcolm Burnley

Essential Viewing for All Black Philadelphians

Sinners, Ryan Coogler’s latest film in theaters now, is a tribute to Black people, their music, and their American experience

By Dr. James Peterson

“We Are in Survival Mode”

Even with a city budget proposal that pays for community-driven gun violence intervention work, organizers are worried about President Donald Trump’s promises to slash federal funding

By Afea Tucker
The Citizen Recommend

The Philadelphia Music Alliance Walk of Fame Gala

Celebrate Jordan Mailata, Bob Geldoff and the 40th anniversary of Live Aid, Stephen Sondheim, Schooly D and other Philly legends on April 30

By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy

How to Make that Super Bowl Feeling Last Forever …

The Birds won by playing as a team. You can, too. Join something!

By Lauren McCutcheon
Citizen of the Year Awards

Lifetime Achievement Larry Magid

The legendary concert promoter and rock and roll impresario didn’t just help create the 60s and 70s counterculture. He rocked the world, but he’s as Philly as they come

By Larry Platt
REVIEW

Thyme After Time

The Plough & The Stars Irish pub open mic stays spirited on a Sunday afternoon after 27 years of practice

By Nora Grace-Flood

What Really Happened When Dylan Went Electric?

The South Philly-based author of the book that’s the basis for the biopic A Complete Unknown on what the movie missed, how the Dylan and Swift cults compare, and who owns pop culture antihero status today.

By Larry Platt