On Stage: Willie Nile returns to Philly
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Willie Nile
Willie Nile loves the Philadelphia area – and, without a doubt, the Philly area loves him back.
Around 16 months ago, Nile — much to his relief and much to his delight — started playing live shows for live audiences again after a year-and-a-half of pandemic restrictions.
Since mid-2021, Nile has come down from New York...
On Stage: Blues fans, this is your time for great local shows
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Christone “Kingfish” Ingram
We’re in the midst of a stretch of live concerts that will have blues music fans in the area in hog heaven (which is defined as “a state of complete happiness”).
Over a period of two weeks, the area’s concert schedule features performances by Selwyn Birchwood, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Mike Zito, Albert...
On Stage: Violet Bell bring progressive folk to Delaware Valley
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Violet Bell
The Philadelphia area always has the Liberty Bell as a prime attraction.
On November 21, there will be two “bells” for area residents to enjoy – the Liberty Bell in Old City and Violet Bell, which is headlining a show at the Living Room (35 East Lancaster Avenue, Ardmore, https://thelivingroomat35east.com)
Violet Bell is touring...
On Stage: Albert Castiglia was born under a good sign
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Albert Castiglia
Over the next few days, Kennett Flash (102 Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square, 484-732-8295, http://www.kennettflash.org) is presenting a series of shows that will please a wide variety of music tastes – blues, western swing, classic rock tribute, singer/songwriter and indie pop.
It starts on July 25 with modern bluesman Albert Castiglia.
“Born...
