On Stage: Jefferson Berry & the Urban Acoustic Coalition bring new album to 118 North

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Jefferson Berry & the Urban Acoustic Coalition Jefferson Berry & the Urban Acoustic Coalition have spent more than a decade establishing themselves as one of the Philly area’s top folk-rock/folk bands. Jefferson Berry & the UAC released their fourth studio album, “Soon!” on April 16, 2021. The band’s previous albums...

On Stage: Yamagata celebrates new album

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Rachael Yamagata When Rachael Yamagata performs on September 23 at Union Transfer (1026 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, 215-232-2100, www.utphilly.com), there will be many reasons for celebrations. Fans at the venue can raise a toast to celebrate the birthdays of a trio of music luminaries – John Coltrane, Ray Charles and Bruce Springsteen. They can...