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King Gizzard and The Wizard Lizard brought their unique psychedelic rock to Franklin Music Hall on October 22nd. The venue packed the two floors that evening for the concert, and the fans were eager to see the group perform following several postponements as far back as 2020. Their tour kicked off in September following the announcement of their latest album, Changes. It had been selling out several cities across North America before finally arriving at Franklin Music Hall.

Melbourne-based folk singer/songwriter Leah Senior opened the show with her soft and catchy tunes that had everyone in attendance captivated from beginning to end. Her performance featured tracks from her 2020 release, The Passing Scene, which included songs such as “Time Traveler,” “Daisy,” and “Where Am I.” Senior’s opening performance was the perfect precursor to their set and definitely got the crowd warmed up.

At half past nine, King Gizz took the stage and delivered a blistering set that had the crowd rocking all night long. The enthusiasm from the fans was tremendous as they played original favorites such as “O.N.E.” to newer songs like “Iron Lung.” They played the gauntlet of their songs that evening. The stage design was stunning, a heat map bases visuals flooded screens behind the band, flowing to the beat of their riffs. 

King Gizz at Franklin Music Hall was a fantastic concert. We highly recommend seeing them and Leah Senior if they come to your town, as tickets are still on sale for this tour. The band’s album Changes was released on October 28th.  

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On the small but mighty stage of Ukie Club on Franklin, Catfite (Also known as Catbite), Abraskadabra, and Kill Lincoln performed to a packed crowd Monday night (10/24) for what would be the most energetic, lively, and two-step happy performance for SKA and Hardcore genre enthusiasts across the city.

For those unfamiliar with SKA, it is a genre of music that originated in Jamaica in the late 1950s. It is characterized by a fast tempo, upbeat rhythms, and lighthearted tonality. The genre has come far from its brass-heavy, suit, and hat-bearing formalities. Each group provided their unique take on the genre with their incredible performances.

Abraskadabra opened the night; they have an intense Brazilian ska/punk sound whose high-energy set gave way to the perfect kick-off point for what would be one incredible evening. The group dove into their horn and riff-heavy set after a quick thanks to the growing crowd for turning out to their show. It didn’t take long for the circle pit to start forming, and this energy carried through their entire performance until Kill Lincoln took the stage.

Kill Lincoln is a D.C.-based group formed by merging two great traditions. Their live performance was nothing short of incredible and worthy of every circle pit and headbanger in the front row as they powered through tracks such as “Used Up,” “Last Ditch Stand,” and “Can’t Complain.”

Catfite is known as the hardcore-influenced version of local ska group Catbite. The four-piece closed the show on a high note, and fans could not have been more excited to see them perform “Scrach Me Up,” “Can’t Give You Love,” and “As You Will.” Catfite, Abraskadabra, and Kill Lincoln put on an excellent show for Ukie Club that evening. 

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Last Saturday marked the unforgettable conclusion of back-to-back performances at The Met in Philadelphia from legendary virtual musical act Gorillaz and hip-hop duo EARTHGANG. Fans from across the city and tri-state area packed both floors that night, excited to experience another round of the group’s first performance in the city in over four years.

Kicking off the evening right at half past seven was EARTHGANG. The duo was formed in ’07 and is composed of founder Olu and WowGr8. Their striking lyrics and bold stage presence took the crowd by storm, elevating the room’s energy levels tenfold. Their “Ghetto Gods” performance had the crowd captivated and chanting along with every word. In addition to their original tracks, the duo incorporated a cover of “Big Love” by Louis The Child and a rendition of “Run it Up” by Snakehips.

All in all, EARTHGANG brought a fantastic experience that had the audience more than prepared for what was to come next.

As the Gorillaz entered the stage, the house lights went down. The cheering crowd greeted frontman Damon Albarn as the first verse of “M1 A1” reverbed throughout the room. “Hello, is anyone there?” his voice called out, quoting the opening line. The crowd grew louder and louder as he continued through the song. 

That’s when the stage lights lit up, illuminating an enormous visual spectacle that animated behind Albarn and the rest of the band. The animations featured cameos from each band member’s persona characters, including 2-D, Noodle, Murdoc Niccals, and Russell Hobbs. That mesmerized the audience as they sang along to Albam’s vocals, which shone on newer hit tracks such as ‘Cracker Island’ (Off their upcoming album of the same name) and continued to impress with older songs like “Dirty Harry,” “Stylo,” and well-known fan favorite, “Feel Good, Inc.”

Overall, both Gorillaz and EARTHGANG put on an amazing performance. The two acts created a unique sound that combined the genres of hip-hop, R&B, and electronic music, delighting both old and new fans. Gorillaz will release their latest album, Cracker Island, on February 24th. Digital Orders and Pre-saves can be purchased here. 

Both Gorillaz and EARTHGANG are continuing to tour across North America –tickets for upcoming shows are available on their site.

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Acclaimed Los Angeles indie-pop group MUNA and pop-punk trio Meet Me @ The Altar played a sold-out show at the Filmore last week as part of the first leg of their highly anticipated North American tour.

Their devoted fans gathered from all across the city to experience their live show; the energy in the room started strong for Meet Me @ The Altar, or MM@TA for short.

Formed in 2015, MM@TA members initially began collaborating remotely from different states before finally banding together for their first tour in 2018. They have become known for their live shows and energetic music, and their set that night included many tracks from their most recent EP, “Say It (To My Face).” Notable standouts from their performance included “King of Everything,” “Beyond My Control,” “Give it Up,” and “Garden.”

Finally, following Meet Me @ The Altar’s final song was MUNA. The group was formed in 2013 by three friends, Katie Gavin, Naomi McPherson, and Josette Maskin. The trio met while they were all attending the University of Southern California. Their most recent self-titled album marked their first release as independent artists since their departure from RCA records. It met with critical acclaim once it became available to listeners across the country.

MUNA’s live performance left the audience in awe that evening because their powerful vocals and synchronized choreography perfectly matched their music fantastic. Greeting their gleefully screaming audience, the trio kicked off their set with their single “What I Want,” followed by “Number One Fan,” “Solid,” and many other fan favorites. There wasn’t a person in the crowd who wasn’t singing along to every song’s lyrics. Their performance left everyone with a smile.

MUNA and Meet Me @ The Altar are still on tour until the end of the month, then they will be touring the UK in November.  

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This past weekend saw the return of WXPN‘s highly anticipated XPoNential Music Festival at Camden Waterfront’s Wiggins Park and Freedom Mortgage Pavillion. With over 25 years of experience curating this two-day live music experience, the team at WXPN successfully exceeded all expectations for this year’s XPoNential fest in terms of layout, vendors, and talent.

Upon entering the venue, the first thing that became apparent was the simplicity and spaciousness of the festival layout. Camden Waterfront’s Wiggins Park, while outdoors only, provided a simple pathway to the event’s Marina and River stages. Grassy hills and dips also provided attendees with perfect spots to sit (blankets and all) and listen to their favorite bands’ play. All while being just a stone’s throw away from a variety of food and drink vendors (our favorite was the Thai boba tea from Oishii!). In addition, attendees interacted with the live automobile set-up for Subaru, who sponsored the event. They grabbed a few complimentary cans from Coca-Cola, who had their truck set up right by the River Stage.

When it came to talent, XPoNential never has (and so far never will) fallen short by any means. With over 20+ local and national artists slated to play the two-day event, there was a set for everyone to enjoy. Popular picks for day one included the opening set from a local Philly Ska band, Catbite, along with memorable afternoon sets from The Felice Brothers. Despite being the first ones on the bill, Catbite had no issue reeling in the crowd with their high-energy performance. Armed with the perfect blend of old and new style SKA tunes, they had the crowd dancing right from start to finish with fast-paced, two-tone heavy singles such as “Everybody Talks,” which is fresh off their latest EP titled “Wavebreaker #2.”

The Felice Brothers was another act that played for the second day of XPoNential. This Catskill, NY-based folk/country rock group was named one of XPN’s artists to watch, dating back to 2008, and their set at XPoNential showcased the best of their most recent album, “Dreams to Dust.” Heavily influenced by the Americana genre and rich with storytelling lyrics, the Felice Brothers captivated the packed Marina stage with tracks such as “Jazz on the Autobahn.” Their set, while on the mellower side, delighted the attentive ears of both older and newer folk fans alike.

For another year in a row,  XPoNential Music Festival served as a well-deserved, annual mainstay of Philadelphia’s events scene. With a carefully curated lineup, vendors, and its cozy, open-air stage set-up, Xponential hit the sweet spot in balancing the mix of locally sourced talent with more corporate sponsorships. They provided a high-quality outlet for attendees to discover their new favorite artists. 

Here’s hoping XPoNential 2023 will be on the same level, if not better!

Brooklyn-based duo Sleigh Bells performed the last stop of their US Texis tour this past Saturday evening at Philadelphia’s Theater of Living Arts. The band is known for its unique, catchy noise pop sound and heavy-hitting beats. They have been playing together since ’06 and have released four albums throughout their career, with their latest release Texis, marking their triumphant return to the genre.

This show also marked the first performance from the group in the area in over two years and served as a high-energy, memorable send-off for fans that packed the venue floor that evening.

Supporting Sleigh Bells that evening were Baltimore’s rap/trap rock solo artist EU1OGY and Denver-based pop artist N3PTUNE. 

EU1OGY is an experimental artist who most definitely cannot be defined by a single genre. His sound is a bold, unapologetic blend of hardcore, trap, and hip-hop. Live, He synthesized these varieties of styles into a brave, almost hard-to-decipher performance, switching his melodies between distorted guitar riffs, synths, and growly vocals. Listeners were all headbanging along at some points, and that same energy carried over as he made way for the second act, N3PTUNE, to take the stage.

N3PTUNE is an up-and-coming artist hailed as a ‘Denver Musician to Watch’ and widely praised for his enigmatic live performances. With his unmatched energy and awe-inspiring musical fusion of blues, gospel, and soul, N3PTUNE and his dedicated guitarist and drummer quickly captivated the crowd, filling their set with cheers, dances, and arms raised high. Standout tracks included the group’s gripping cover of Nancy Sinatra’s “Bang Bang” and the original track, “Black Horse.”

Finally, following N3PTUNE was Sleigh Bells. Vocalist Alexis Krauss and Guitarist/producer Derek Miller were met with the screams of adoring fans as they dove right into the opening chords of “Justine Go Genesis.” By this point, the floor was fully packed out, with fans lining the front row and grooving along with the duo’s high-energy vocals and riffs. They thanked the crowd for being there and said they wanted to make the most of their current tour’s last show. Throughout their performance, Krauss utilized the full use of the stage, jumping and encouraging fans to shout along to lyrics of favorites such as “Riot Rythm,” “Crown on The Ground,” and “Infinity Guitars.” There wasn’t an audience member who wasn’t dancing, singing, or nodding along to the music that evening, and the same energy and drive that carried the group through the past decade of albums and tours still shone strong.

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Made in America Festival is slated to take over Philadelphia’s Benjamin Franklin Parkway from September 3rd-4th. This Jay-Z curated event started in 2012 and has become a staple of the city’s Labor Day Weekend celebrations. 

This year’s Made in America will span two days and feature over 30 artists, 27 food vendors, and various social impact organizations to the public. Slated headliners for the event include rapper Tyler The Creator, Bad Bunny, and Lil Uzi Vert. Additionally, acts such as Toro Y Moi and Ryan Castro will also play the stages.

Food vendors will provide patrons with a range of tasty options, including everything from traditional American classics to Puerto Rican and African dishes. New to the two-day event is Made’s ‘Cause Village.’ In partnership with clothing brand SHEIN, this festival segment will focus heavily on locally and nationally social impact organizations, including Philadelphia Works, Planned Parenthood, Roc Nation School of Music, and Jay Z’s own Shawn Carter Foundation.

Two-day GA, VIP, and single-day passes for Made in America are still available on their website. Our staff at That Mag can’t wait to see you at this year’s MIA! Stay tuned for on-the-ground coverage!

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L.A based indie rock group Local Natives packed out The Fillmore last Wednesday as part of the final leg of their ‘Inside the Hourglass’ tour. With their live performances at a standstill for the past three years due to the pandemic, fans from across the city filled the venue floor in anticipation, ready to be reunited with the group’s memorable, symphonic melodies and atmospheric vocals.

Supporting Local Natives on this tour was Maryland-based synth/bedroom-pop artist Jordana (Jordan Nye). Armed with her bandmates and bright, lo-fi tunes, Jordana kicked off the evening on a jubilant note. Her set consisted of notable singles off her most recent albums, Summer’s Over and Face The Wall. Placed throughout the set were dance-worthy tracks such as “Get Up” and “Better In The Dark.” Live, the group was the perfect mix of soft, bedroom-pop vocals and eclectic sound that left listeners wanting more.

The room quickly packed wall to wall with cheering fans as Local Natives made their way on stage following Jordana’s performance. Lead singer/guitarist Taylor Rice greeted the crowd enthusiastically before diving right into the opening riffs of “Statues in The Garden.” Fans nodded, danced, and sang along to the words, never slowing down as the band continued through their vibrant, fun performance. Their live rendition of their latest single, “Desert Snow,” had the whole floor chanting along in unison, lost in the blissful riffs and melodies of the beloved track. 

Overall, Local Natives delivered a standout performance that appealed to both older and newer listeners with their captivating stage presence and lush instrumentals. Suppose you’re not familiar with Local Natives or you haven’t had the opportunity to check out Inside The Hourglass yet. In that case, we definitely recommend giving it a listen. 

Local Natives and Jordana are wrapping up the last few dates of their tour –upcoming dates and tickets can be found here:

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Solar Sounds is a Philadelphia-based events community for all identities joined through music and art. The organization was started a year ago in 2021 by co-founders Riva, Bianca, and Sara to create a safe space for local artists to express themselves freely without fear of judgment. It has provided an outlet for people from all walks of life to come together and enjoy unique, curated events with a collective of artists committed to their craft and each other. Our crew at ThatMag had the unique opportunity to speak with their founding staff about Solar Sound’s origins, thoughts on the Philadelphia music scene, and goals for the future of the collective.

For Bianca, Riva, and Sara, the inspiration behind starting Solar Sounds boiled down to a love of electronic music and events. 

“Solar Sounds was something that started between me, Riva, and Sarah,” Bianca explained, “So about a year ago, we all moved to Philly, and we started dipping our toes into the local events and music scene here. We’ve always liked hosting and attending EDM events and electronic music. We have always wanted to create our own space to enjoy this music in a more inclusive and safe way for people of all identities. That’s how we decided to start our event production organization. We wanted to curate that space for not just ourselves, but everybody in our community.” 

However, the process of creating Solar Sounds did not come without its challenges, especially after a global pandemic that had put live events at a standstill for over a year. 

“I think everyone had all that time in quarantine to think about the things they’re passionate about that they want to focus on,” Bianca said, “In a way, we fell into that boat. Sarah, on our team, is a little older than us, so she’s been doing anything from artist relations and event production with local and regional events and festivals for at least ten years. She dreamed of putting in the work towards something like Solar Sounds and had been envisioning it for a while.” 

For the trio, creating a successful event collective meant they needed to hone down on a unique kind of experience they wanted to make for the community. 

“We were somewhat familiar with the scene here in Philly, but it’s different once you’re living in the city,” She explained. “It came down to understanding the ins and outs of the scene here and honoring the folks who have created the path for the last 10-20 years in dance music and want to make sure that we can still support them while still being intentional with our own goals with Solar Sounds. There’s so much beauty in the world of music and art. Connecting those two and finding out the best way to do that and uplifting as many as possible as a mission statement is great, but in execution, we try to be as intentional as we can.” 

What is the typical event for Solar Sounds to put on? It combines local talent, intentional themes/designs, and a great time with friends. 

“We have a large network of folks in the northeast region and beyond, so for each event, we always try to layer in regional talent that meshes well with the theme.” Bianca stated, “We try to balance thematically what makes sense between the core design and space while still trying to make the environment inclusive and acceptable to as many people as possible. And the crowd at our events is honestly like a big group of friends –even when we’re busy running the event, we’re always running into people and stopping by to say hi and have a conversation. It’s nice to see all types of people in a good, healthy space to just dance and have fun!”

 Added to their events rotation is their exclusive charity “Supernova” series, curated with proceeds going directly to local organizations around Philadelphia. 

“Right now, we have a particular events series called “Supernova” that is a charity series from top to bottom,” Sara explains, “So all folks who participate in that are donating their time and talent to have a “party with a cause” essentially. In doing so, we’ve had some unforgettable nights with folks coming together while donating to local organizations across the city, like Women Against Abuse and others. Supporting one another from the talent sense is very important, but supporting the community around us and recognizing the community around us is grounding for how we can help and make an impact.” 

Regarding what’s next for their collective, the team is looking on the road ahead to the annual Elements Music and Arts Festival, a four-day event held annually in Long Pond, PA. 

“As far as what’s next for us right now, we’re going all in on the stage partnership with Elements Festival. We’re official stage partners with Elements, so we’re creating a Renegade Stage with our crew in Pittsburgh to perform on a custom-built-up stage we’re creating as part of the group camp. Leading up to that, Bianca and Riva will be throwing a series of “Road to Elements” events in Pittsburgh, and we’re all three going to set up and do the decor leading up to that. From there, we’re headed straight to the festival!”  

It has been and still is a busy summer for Solar Sounds so far, and we’re looking forward to seeing what’s next for this unique collective.

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There’s something special about Philadelphia’s music venues. They’re not just places to see local and touring bands -they’re a vital part of the city’s musical fabric. Philly music venues have a unique character from their historic buildings, intimate settings, and passionate audiences. As ardent supporters of all things local music, our staff at That Mag will be shining the spotlight in this series on some local venues that have become staples of Philadelphia’s thriving music community.

If you’re looking for a new venue to check out the next time you’re in Philly, Warehouse on Watts (WOW for short) should be at the top of your list. This DIY spot has been hosting concerts and events since 2018, gaining traction amongst the community for its unique setting and grassroots-centric ethic. 

WOW has been a place for music lovers and artists alike to come together since its inception. We asked co-founders Gavin DiRusso and Meg Bassett how their venue reflects that spirit, its history, and what they have planned for the warehouse next.

Initially, when DiRusso purchased the 10,000-square foot property, he had no intentions of building a music venue –at least not at first. 

“I just wanted to purchase this property as a real estate investment,” He explained. “It was a garage attached to a 10,000-square-foot warehouse, and I got it for an insanely good deal.” 

He continues, “So I was taking my time with it, trying to figure out what to do. I was building out spaces in here to rent out for commercial use for a while.”

 As time passed, his thoughts began turning to how he could turn the space into something more.

He continued, “I started rehabbing the event spaces using the funds I made from the commercial tenants. By 2016, it got to a point where I could host some underground parties, BYOs, and 6 AM afters types of things. There was just a market for it at the time.”

 Around that time, Meg Bassett, managing partner of WoW and experienced events guru, began helping out on the operations side. Their small parties quickly grew into larger-scale events. 

“I came on board and started creating some organization around bookings, creating events, writings, SOPs, writing, run of shows, and just getting more acts through the door,” She said. “It was the two of us running all of it, with freelancers coming in and doing pay-per-play along the way to pitch in.” 

As their parties started gaining traction, they got the attention of the PEX community (Philadelphia Experiment). After about a year of working with a founding member of PEX, they decided to make it an actual venue. After building out the bars and kitchen, they acquired a liquor license and got things fully operational in 2018.

Gavin adds, “My inspiration to make it an event space came from the fact that I was hosting and planning similar events before I bought the building. I loved having an event area accessible to everyone, not pigeonholing people into being one genre or having exorbitant rental fees and whatnot.” 

Managing the growth of Warehouse on Watts was not without its set of challenges. For DiRusso and Bassett, booking more events required bringing on the right staff, developing impeccable multitasking skills, and finding the best workarounds to make the most of a limited capacity space. 

“It was a gamble between getting people who are both passionate and who want to put their time and efforts into a space that isn’t corporate,” Bassett stated on the process of sourcing WoW staff. “Plus, there’s the different grind of finding people who are more dynamic and able to be inventive with their decisions at the drop of a hat because this place is not built to be a 100% traditional venue. It’s reformatted to be one; you need to be able to pivot and think on your feet when planning and executing things.” 

As for multitasking, for DiRusso, it’s something that comes with the territory of managing and working within a DIY space. 

“We got to wear a lot of different hats. It’s not like you come in and say, “I’m going to do this one job.” You’re going to do at least eight jobs. And you have to know a little bit of everything because, unfortunately, we don’t have the resources to hire one person for each department we need. But I don’t think I would want to work in a position where I’m just doing the same thing every day.” 

Dealing with the limited capacity of operating an independent venue was also a process. 

“We have solid capacity, but we don’t have the power for those more prominent headliner crowds that bring in lots and lots of money.” Bassett said, “We try to book the up-and-coming or the nostalgic, even Boiler Room set-type events. We’re also trying to branch out in many different ways to activate things offsite.”

They were welcomed and supported by the community and the other venues in the area. 

“It is nice to have a community to fall back on. Especially during the pandemic, everyone got together with organizations like
 (National Independent Venues Association) and PIVOT, Philadelphia Independent Venues Operating Together,” DiRusso explained. “Everyone in the city is looking out for each other. “We’re all out here to benefit the community and entertain people.” 

Despite their challenges, witnessing WOW evolve over the years provided DiRusso and Bassett with countless unforgettable moments. 

“Yves Tumor was here for a show last year, and that was incredible,” Bassett recalled, “With Yves, it’s a mixed bag of genres, and there were so many kinds of people here, just all reveling in it together, that was amazing to watch.” 

She added, “Another close second was this whole activation set up with the tequila brand Teremana, which does much of our event sponsoring. We worked with them on a few Latin night-themed parties. It was fun to see cause we’d never done those events before, and it was cool to see it bring in a different crowd than what we’ve catered to. We had these salsa dancers dancing up on little pedestals and stuff –it was great!”

 For DiRusso, his unforgettable moment involved a very fancy (and flooded) New Year’s party during the earliest days of the venue: 

“I bought the building in October/November, and my buddies and I had to throw a New Year’s Eve party cause we wanted to do something with it to celebrate. And this was before I knew anything about the building. So I opened the doors for the first time; there was dust everywhere, holes in the ceiling, the room, no heat, and half the toilets didn’t work. My friends and I spent the whole week cleaning up the upstairs, adding propane heaters, rearranging, and making the space semi-functional and excellent.” 

He continued, “Then halfway through the actual party, around 11 PM, the building sprinkler popped open because one of the propane heaters was close to it. I didn’t know the sprinkler system was active, so it popped and started blowing out black water all over the ground. I had no idea where the shutoff valve was, and it was just running and flooding the dance floor. So I figured out that we had a basement. So I ran down there, was wearing my tux, and jumped in this hole. I was turning valves and called upstairs, “Is it off yet? Is it off yet?” And we finally shut it off.” 

He laughed, “Then we had to deal with all the water on the floor. I had all these empty boxes from Amazon from past event supplies orders, so we got them out, created a little water dam, and had everyone push all the water to one corner. Anything we could find that could sop water up, we had it on the dance floor. By that time, it was 11:45, right before the ball dropped. After that happened, people just like, “F—it. Let’s Party.” That was probably one of the most memorable events because of the shenanigans. It was an excellent Christening of the space.” 

With their sights set high for the future of their venue, DiRusso and Bassett are looking forward to all the things to come in the next few months. 

“First, we’re creating our little series of events called Warehouse on Watts presents with in-house booking for artists and vendors.” DiRusso revealed, “My goal is to make each event we do a little bit different than the last and create more activation and make it where, if you come to a Warehouse on Watts Presents event, it’s going to be something truly unique. So keep an eye out for those details once we get our ducks in a row.”

In addition, they are also setting things in place to offer more food options at their events. 

“We’re working on getting a kitchen where people can order a carte and stuff like that,” Bassett explained. “We even had someone come in recently with talks about utilizing it consistently as a common commissary kitchen as we advance in the next few weeks. If that happens, it’ll run through the late night too. So if people are leaving or they place their order by 1:45 or so when they’re closing their tab, they can order it and pick it up on the way out.”  

“There’s also something we’re calling the ‘WOW Wagon,'” DiRusso chimed in, “It’s our little project for Nomadic Craft Cocktails & Off Site Bar Services that will essentially be utilized for mobile bar sales. . Stay tuned for that too.” 

Lastly, the duo is busy planning the details for WOW’s annual block party in September. 

“Last year was rough because post-COVID, it rained the whole time, but we made it work,” Meg said, “This year, we’re planning on being able to do popup bars with our partners.” She added, “We’re also trying to utilize WoW differently at upcoming festivals. For example, we’re activating all the bars at Making Time at Fort Mifflin this year, so that should be fun!”

Warehouse on Watts has come a long way since it opened its doors as a venue in the Philadelphia community. This space is quickly becoming known for its eclectic and electric atmosphere, offering high-quality DIY events and programming. 

If you’re looking for something unique to do in Philly, be sure to check out all of the upcoming events at Warehouse on Watts here: wowphilly.com

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