Blu & Exile ~ Quelle Chris ~ Sirplus
AGE RESTRICTION: Only Ages 21+ can purchase tickets for this show. NO REFUNDS/EXCHANGES for anyone underage who purchases or attempts to use these tickets.Doors: 7:00 PMShow: 7:30 PM Time Heals Everything Tour Blu & Exile In 2007, while headlines were dominated by Kanye West vs. 50 Cent and the industry fixated on first-week sales, two artists on the West Coast were quietly crafting something timeless. Blu and Exile weren’t chasing the spotlight — they were building their own gravitational pull. On July 17, 2007, they released Below the Heavens — a debut that felt more like a sacred document than a first statement. Soul-soaked, sample-driven production. Raw, unfiltered vulnerability. No gloss. No gimmicks. Just truth pressed into wax. Early believers recognized it immediately. Underground purists and tastemakers hailed it as an instant classic. Limited to just 3,000 physical copies and leaked prematurely online, its scarcity only strengthened its mythology. If you had it, you understood. If you didn’t, you were already behind. Blu’s everyman reflections — grappling with faith, doubt, love, frustration, and ambition resonated deeply over Exile’s warm, golden-era-inspired soundscapes. Static in the samples. Dust in the drums. Pain and poetry in every bar. For the Okayplayer generation and beyond, it became a defining statement of West Coast underground hip-hop. The chemistry was organic. Introduced through Aloe Blacc of Emanon, Exile first witnessed Blu command a Los Angeles stage — hungry, electric, undeniable. One session became “Party ofTwo.” Then “Maintain.” Then a vision. A full-length statement. They knew it was special. By 2009, Blu’s momentum earned him a place in the XXL Freshman Class alongside Wale, Kid Cudi, B.o.B, and Charles Hamilton — proof that the underground could crown its own stars. But they never stopped building. The Albums That Followed After Below the Heavens, Blu & Exile continued to evolve together across four full-length releases, each expanding their sonic universe while preserving their unmistakable chemistry. Meanwhile, Blu expanded his catalog with one-producer masterpieces alongside Madlib, Evidence, and Nottz, while collaborating with artists such as Anderson .Paak, Talib Kweli, Your Old Droog, and Rome Streetz. Exile solidified his reputation as a producer’s producer with the modern classic Boy Meets World for Fashawn, experimental projects like Exile Radio, and production credits for Mobb Deep, 50 Cent. Big Sean, Wiz Khalifa, and Snoop Dogg. Now, with nearly two decades of growth, experimentation, and refinement behind them, Blu & Exile return not as hungry newcomers — but as master craftsmen of their own lane. Their latest offering doesn’t feel like just another release; it feels like culmination. For longtime listeners, it’s a reunion charged with nostalgia and elevation. For new fans, it’s an invitation into a world where lyricism and soul still reign supreme. The foundation is solid. The chemistry is proven. And history has shown: when Blu and Exile connect, something timeless follows. Album Announcement on the way.
Disarmed ~ Brigades ~ Midfield ~ Five Steps Back
AGE RESTRICTION: Only Ages 21+ can purchase tickets for this show. NO REFUNDS/EXCHANGES for anyone underage who purchases or attempts to use these tickets. Doors: 6:00 PM Show: 7:00 PM DisarmedBrigadesMidfield Five Steps Back
KELS
AGE RESTRICTION: Only Ages 21+ can purchase tickets for this show. NO REFUNDS/EXCHANGES for anyone underage who purchases or attempts to use these tickets. Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 8:00 PM KELS Originally from Pittsburgh, KELS has been based in Atlanta for three years. She gained significant buzz when she went on a 52 show US Tour in 2023 independently with no management and no label. Her following grew by 5 times while she was on the road for 8 months on her own. Her fans funded the entire tour. KELS recently headlined the Atlanta Jazz Festival in May 2024, opening for Andre 3000. In 2024 she headed back on another independent tour for a 25 show run in the Northeast that started in August 2024. With co-signs from both Big Boi and Timbaland, she is currently working on her debut EP and album in 2025.
Oceans In The Sky ~ The Earth & All Within ~ No Trees Touch The Sky ~ Connor Lin Frost
AGE RESTRICTION: Only Ages 21+ can purchase tickets for this show. NO REFUNDS/EXCHANGES for anyone underage who purchases or attempts to use these tickets. Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 7:30 PM Oceans in the Sky (NYC)Oceans in the Sky is Liam Frost’s high-energy project, blending soaring pop melodies with punk energy and multilingual lyrics. Now performing as a full band, they released their debut album Parallels in 2023 and toured throughout the U.S., Canada and Taiwan from 2023 to 2025. Signed to Philadelphia-based Heading East Records, run by Fred Mascherino (Taking Back Sunday), their latest release Parallels (Deluxe) was co-produced by Jon Markson (The Story So Far) and mastered by Brian Lucey (Green Day, Post Malone). It explores themes of identity and belonging while bridging Western and Eastern musical influences. Connor Lin Frost (VT)Burlington, VT-based Taiwanese-American artist Connor Lin Frost is a trumpeter, songwriter, and producer who explores themes of isolation, loss, and identity through dramatic strings and emotional brass that define his “chamber-pop” style. Drawing inspiration from Sufjan Stevens, The Postal Service, and Owl City, Frost uses storytelling-driven lyrics to invite listeners into deeply personal experiences. Since releasing his debut single “Real Friends” in December 2024, he has consistently released new self-produced music every 4-8 weeks. Frost previously fronted the NY-based pop-punk band Dizzy Bats for over a decade, touring across the U.S. and internationally from 2012 to 2023. No Trees Touch the Sky (Philadelphia)No Trees Touch the Sky emerged from the Philadelphia music scene in late 2023, formed by members of a previous project. Drawing from late ’90s to mid-2010s post-hardcore, they blend ambient textures with indie sensibilities. Their releases, including “Chrysalis,” “3 Visits,” and “Enrythm,” showcase a dynamic range from mellow ambience to intense crescendos, delivering emotionally driven performances that continue to build a strong connection with their audience. The Earth & All Within (Philadelphia)The Earth & All Within represents a deliberate collision between the raw energy of late ’90s and early 2000s rock and the refined elegance of classical music. Built on the duality of “The Earth” (grit, guitars, rebellion) and “All Within” (brought to life through a string quartet), the project blends veteran Philadelphia rock musicians with globally trained orchestral collaborators. The result is a cinematic, story-driven live experience that bridges rock and classical worlds.
Ben Lapidus
AGE RESTRICTION: Only Ages 21+ can purchase tickets for this show. NO REFUNDS/EXCHANGES for anyone underage who purchases or attempts to use these tickets. Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 8:00 PM Ben Lapidus
Royale Lynn
AGE RESTRICTION: Only Ages 21+ can purchase tickets for this show. NO REFUNDS/EXCHANGES for anyone underage who purchases or attempts to use these tickets. Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 8:00 PM Royale Lynn
The Cosmic Microwave Background Radiation ~ Certain Luck
AGE RESTRICTION: Only Ages 21+ can purchase tickets for this show. NO REFUNDS/EXCHANGES for anyone underage who purchases or attempts to use these tickets. Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 7:30 PM The Cosmic Microwave Background Radiation The Cosmic Microwave Background Radiation Band (“the CMBR band”) emerged from Philadelphia’s vibrant music scene in 2024, bringing together four distinct voices with a shared appetite for experimentation. Fronted by Renee on vocals and guitar, alongside Will on drums and vocals, Jimmy on guitar and Vanja on bass, the quartet quickly carved out a sound that resists common categorization. Drawing inspiration from across the musical spectrum, the CMBR band blends elements of indie rock, psychedelic textures, experimental noise, alt-country, improvisation and rhythmic grooves into something uniquely their own. Their songs often shift unexpectedly, layering melodic hooks over creative arrangements, while still maintaining an emotional core that is anchored by Renee’s expressive vocals. Since forming, the band has built a reputation for immersive live performances and a willingness to push sonic boundaries, positioning themselves as one of the more intriguing new acts to come out of Philadelphia’s ever-evolving music scene. tiktok.com/@cmbr_band Certain Luck Certain Luck balances light melodies and heavy textures to recapture the worn-out optimism of late 90s/early 2000s alt rock. Fans of Soccer Mommy, Slow Pulp, and Alvvays will find something to appreciate in the Philadelphia-based act’s vulnerable musings delivered through distorted guitars and laid-back rhythms. Instagram: @certainluck
Zoh Amba
AGE RESTRICTION: Only Ages 21+ can purchase tickets for this show. NO REFUNDS/EXCHANGES for anyone underage who purchases or attempts to use these tickets. Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 8:00 PM Zoh Amba
CLUB SLAYYY: SLAYYYTER + HYPERPOP NIGHT
AGE RESTRICTION: Only Ages 21+ can purchase tickets for this show. NO REFUNDS/EXCHANGES for anyone underage who purchases or attempts to use these tickets. Doors / Party: 9:00PM WHAT THE DANCE PRESENTS CLUB SLAYYY: SLAYYYTER + HYPERPOP NIGHT WOR$T PARTY IN PHILLY: JOHNNY BRENDA’S FRIDAY, MAY 22 9PM 21+
Kill Bill: The Rapper ~ Ashtin Larold
AGE RESTRICTION: All Ages Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 8:00 PM I FOUND THE END TOUR Kill Bill: The Rapper Underground rap’s own kaiju, Philadelphia based Kill Bill: The Rapper’s deep rasp and hard-hitting, emotional lyrics offer many cathartic moments that are easy to relate to. Known for his knack of taking a dip into romantic nostalgia and collecting the bones of what once was, he’s been a staple in the underground lofi rap scene for over a decade at this point. After charting top 50 on Billboard on his last solo release completely independently, he’s back to destroy the city. Ashtin Larold Ashtin Larold is a South Jersey–raised, Philadelphia-based rapper known for his bouncy, hard hitting production and sharp, bar heavy lyricism. Blending punchy, playful flows with an irreverent swagger, his music is packed with wit, sarcasm, and offbeat references pulled from pop culture and anime. His distinct style has helped him build a growing fanbase online, where his colorful personality and style have provided the perfect visual pairing for his over the top writing. VIP INCLUDES: GA ticket 12×18 tour poster Pre show Q&A hangout 1 Hour Early Entry Before GA Doors