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| Music News - Carrie Underwood New Single/Album; Courtney Barnett London Video; Patti Smith Aqua Teen |
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 by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 08/21/15 7:28 am | updated: 08/21/15 7:28 am |
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| Carrie Underwood surprised her fans and released a brand new single called "Smoke Break" to country radio on Thursday. The song was written with longtime collaborators Hillary Lindsey and Chris DeStefano. She explained that the inspiration for the song came during songwriting sessions after they found themselves stopping and going outside for a break after getting stuck writing. (She doesn't smoke, btw). She calls it she calls "an anthem for every hard-working person." Underwood also... Read More |
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| Papal Playbook to be Published; Man Sentenced in Pocono Crash; Cobbs Creek Assault Suspect |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 08/20/15 11:00 pm | updated: 08/20/15 11:00 pm |
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| Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter and other city officials held a press conference today to announce the creation of the Papal Playbook, a comprehensive online guide for residents to help them answer questions and plan for the World Meeting of Families next month. The living document will provide recommendations on everything happening in the city surrounding the WMOF and the Papal Visit including events beyond the main attraction. The Playbook will also have transportation information,... Read More |
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| Music News - Mumford Sons/Mark Hoppus Cover Eurythmics; Karen O New Short Film; Brandi Carlile Video |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 08/20/15 7:47 am | updated: 08/20/15 7:47 am |
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| On Mumford & Sons latest album Wilder Mind the band explored a more rock and roll sound, ditching the acoustic instruments of their folkier past. On their current tour they pushed that even further adding a cover of the Eurythmics synth-pop "Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)" to setlists. Tuesday night at the Forum in Inglewood, CA, they were joined on stage by tour openers the Vaccines and Jack Garratt as well as Blink-182 bassist Mark Hoppus. The Vaccines added synth layers and... Read More |
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| Chase Utley Traded to LA Dodgers; Teacher Promises Harvard for Sex; In Person Papal Pass Sales |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 08/19/15 9:56 pm | updated: 08/19/15 10:06 pm |
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| The Philadelphia Phillies and Los Angeles Dodgers have reportedly agreed on a deal to trade for 2B Chase Utley. This comes a day after Phillies GM Ruben Amaro Jr. say it was 'very likely' Utley would remain a Phillie this year. The 13-year veteran has spent his entire career in Philadelphia and has expressed a desire to stay in the city. The 36-year-old Los Angeles-area native has been hot at the plate going 15-for-31 since returning from the DL on August 7th. Utley is a 6-time All-Star... Read More |
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| Woman Steals 86 Bras in Bucks Co.; Cell Service Upgrades on Parkway; Utley Likely to Remain Phillie |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 08/18/15 9:09 pm | updated: 08/18/15 9:09 pm |
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| Police in Middletown Township, Bucks County are investigating after a thief stole dozens of bras from a lingerie store over the weekend. Authorities say that a women was seen on surveillance video browsing the Victoria's Secret store inside the Oxford Valley Mall for about an hour on Saturday. When she left she had some how managed to conceal and leave with 86 bras. The garments are worth a total of $4,600. An image of the suspect has been released. If you recognize her you should... Read More |
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| Music News - Tracy Morgan to Host SNL in Oct; Kaskade 'Disarm You' Video; Casablancas Cancels Tour |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 08/18/15 8:52 am | updated: 08/18/15 8:52 am |
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| Saturday Night Live announced the first few hosts for the start of its upcoming 41st season. Miley Cyrus will host Oct 3rd for the premiere with comedian Amy Schumer on Oct. 10th. The big news came with the announcement that SNL alum and '30 Rock' star Tracy Morgan will return to host on October 17th. Morgan has been recovering from severe injuries since his limo bus was rear ended by a tractor trailer on the New Jersey Turnpike in June 2014. Comedian James 'Jimmy Mack' McNair was... Read More |
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| PHL Live Center Stage is Back! Kick Off Party at TLA 8/18 7pm LIVE Broadcast |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 08/18/15 5:49 am | updated: 08/18/15 5:49 am |
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| PHL Live Center Stage is back for its second season. Last year, hundreds of talented Philadelphia area artist/musicians/bands submitted applications, five finalists in ten genres performed at showcases around the city in front of judges, and winners were announced at an award show at the Trocadero. It was a success by any definition. Our city is teeming with talent and rich in musical history. The music scene and industry as a whole in Philly has found itself in a resurgence and reemerging from... Read More |
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| Stevie Wonder Surprises Center City; Man Shocked, Knocked 4 Stories; Papal Business Hotline Open |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 08/17/15 10:01 pm | updated: 08/17/15 10:01 pm |
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| Stevie Wonder popped up in Center City this afternoon for a free concert at Dillworth Park next to City Hall to promote a just announced fall extension to his "Songs in the Key of Life" tour. Around a 1,000 people packed the western apron of City Hall around 3pm to catch the living R&B legend perform a few songs. Earlier in the day Wonder had done the same thing at Armory Mall in D.C. and will do it again in Central Park on Monday evening in New York City. Due to high demand, he just... Read More |
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| Nutter Announces Two Papal Security Perimeters; Man Guilty Flushing Casino Chips; Bike Sweep Nets 73 |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 08/13/15 10:27 pm | updated: 08/13/15 10:27 pm |
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| Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter held a press conference this afternoon to announce more plans surrounding the Papal visit next month. Last week they revealed a 'traffic box' where vehicle traffic will be allowed to leave but not enter. This is to "protect millions of people walking on narrow city streets and sidewalks." Today they revealed two more levels of secure zones. There will be a 'Secure Vehicle Perimeter' around the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and Independence Hall areas where... Read More |
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| 54th Annual Philadelphia Folk Fest August 13-16th; LIVE Broadcast |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 08/13/15 8:33 pm | updated: 08/13/15 8:33 pm |
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| The Philadelphia Folk Festival returns to the Old Pool Farm in Upper Salford Township near Schwenksville, PA this weekend for its 54th year. The longest continuously running outdoor music festival of its kind in North America is a unique combination of music, showcases, workshops, crafts, children's activities, camaraderie, and community. The Folk Festival features both traditional and contemporary folk music on a variety of stages during the day and on the Main Stage each afternoon/evening. In... Read More |
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Alvin Clay
