Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Urban Ditty Event Insiders!


  Interested in attending great local music, art and fashion events in the city? Have a knack for writing articles and reviews?? If so, Urban Ditty has just the gig for you! We are currently searching for “Urban Ditty Event Insiders” to assist our readers in getting the exclusive on Philly events and venues. Spreading the word about Philadelphia's best events AND utilizing your writing talent. Sounds good to us! Please e-mail us with your inquiries and a sample of your work at urbanditty@gmail.com!!!

Hope to hear from you soon!

Tonight: "SUPERDOPE!"

  Ladies and gents make your way to Raven Lounge for "SUPERDOPE!" The best way to liven up your Tuesday night in Philly!
  Catch Philly's own DJ Phsh doing his thing on the ones and two's! MC F.A.M.E ONE will be in the building!

With event photos by Vanache!

Prepare to dance all night! PHILLY LET'S GO!

::NO COVER
::This event is 21+

Location: Raven Lounge
1718 Sansom Street
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 10:00pm - 2:00am

RSVP on Facebook.

Tonight: "FreshFest! Vol. 2"


  Tonight Silk City hosts "FreshFest! Vol. 2"! Presented to you by Starline Radio, Anmlhse Movement, Sëla AND S.Frosty Networx (SFX) this event WILL definitely be a banger.







With special performances by:
Douglas Lee
Selina Carrera
WyldLyfe
Sëla
and Asaad.

DJ Dee Square will be in the building spinning his magic!


::$5 to get in.
::This event is 21+

Location: Silk City
5th and Spring Garden Streets
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 8:30pm - 2:00am

RSVP on Facebook.

Tonight: "A SPECIAL ONLY FOR ONE NIGHT United We Band Jam Session!"

  This evening the The Arts Garage hosts "A SPECIAL FOR ONE NIGHT United We Band Jam Session!"

  This biweekly jam session sets the stage for local musicians and vocalists to showcase their talent! Free up your Tuesday night to experience the soul and ingenuity the Philadelphia music industry has to offer.


With special guest, former Motown president Andre Harrell!!

And LIVE performances by:
Tyra Starr
Alexis Joi
Anthony Riley
Treena Ferbee
Barbara Sheree
Jeff Murrell
Sap Sound
Ron Draper
Ayana of Aaries
Zenia
Tia Mintz
Nandi Walker
Ebony Khan
and Aaron Thomas

  The Artists United, NU Millenium Sound, Major Studios, and S Factor Entertainment will be recording performances LIVE!

Location: The Arts Garage
1533 Ridge Avenue
Philadelphia, PA.


Time: 8:00pm - 12:00am

RSVP on Facebook.

Monday, August 30, 2010

Random Funny: 80's Dating Show Footage lol


Maybe this is a little creepy too....lol


Tonight: "Snoop Dogg at the TLA!!"


  The Theater of th Living Arts is kicking off a week of GREAT concerts with the the one and only Snoop Dogg!

  Make your way to the TLA to see Snoop perform some of his newest music AND his hip hop classics. Bring your friends!


Get your tickets HERE!!






Location: Theater of the Living Arts
334 south street
Philadelphia, Pa.


Time: 8:00pm - 11:00pm (doors open at 7)

LET'S GO!!!

"Best and Better" Solo Showing Review


  Is it an effectuation with hands reaching from out the ground? Or did the inspiration emanate from a recent loss? Anni Altshuler, a Philadelphia artist and current student at The University of The Arts, also located in Philadelphia, tells it all. Anni interprets her pieces as women who struggle to find their place in life, or as she best described it, “being half way there." Some of the work featured at her “Best and Better" solo showing consist of only women groups taking on masculine duties. Anni feels that she has a fairly close connection with women, and women unity. If you are at all keen on a strong based Indie artwork, please explore Anni Altshuler further at: http://www.hollyhollyhobbyhobby.tumblr.com/

By Freddie Johnson

Tonight: "MAD DECENT MONDAY W/ GNARWHALE!!"


  Tonight!! Fluid Nightclub hosts "MAD DECENT MONDAY W/ GNARWHALE!!". The hottest Monday night party in Philly will be in full effect with special guest, local DJ GNARWHALE.


::Suga Shay will be in the building hosting the event!!
::$3 Cover! (FREE W/ RT from @maddecentmonday)
::$1PBR & $3 drinks from 10pm - 12am
::This event is 21+

Location:Fluid Nightclub
613 S 4th Street
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 10:00pm - 2:00am

RSVP on Facebook!

Saturday, August 28, 2010

Tonight: "Fourth Wall Arts Salon"


  Tonight The Trinity Center for Urban Life hosts "Fourth Wall Arts Salon"!!

  Liven up your Saturday evening with the sights, sounds, AND tastes of Philly culture.

Check out LIVE music by:
DJ Supreme, house band Jimmy Crack Corn, Jessi Teich and Alicia Mendoza

Special spoken word performance by:
Just Greg Corbin

AND Artwork and Photography by:
John Abner and Nema Ete'bar

With a special tap dancing performance by Brinae Ali.

::Food and bar 7pm - 8pm
::Arts program 9pm - 9:30pm
::Tickets are $15 (or pay $15 at the door)
(Previous or future 4W Artists are free +1)

Purchase tickets HERE.

Location:
Trinity Center for Urban Life
South 22nd & Spruce Streets
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 7:00pm - 9:30pm

RSVP on Facebook.

Tonight: "Mojito Saturday Outdoors w/ Gun$ Garcia & Suga Shay"


  Get your dancing shoes ready! Mojito Philly and Fresh Melt Water, "MOJITO -with- GUN$ GARCIA + SUGA SHAY"! Come out to Octo Lounge's outdoor dance party on the waterfront!

  LIVE sets by Suga Shay AND Gun$ Garcia!





::$5 cover with RSVP, $10 without!
::Complementary Vodka W/ RSVP 10-11PM
::$3 PBR ALL NIGHT!


Location: Outside at Octo
221 N. Columbus Blvd
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 10:00pm - 2:00am

Today: "Artists for Social Change | Battle of the Canvas 2010!!"


  TONIGHT The Arts Garage hosts "Artists for Social Change | Battle of the Canvas 2010!!" Some of the finest visual artists in Philadelphia will have their best work on display in hopes of obtaining a grand prize of $500!!







Expect great LIVE sets and jam sessions by:
Sëla
Mazon
The Spades
Selina Carrera & Camae Defstar (Henny & L's)
Ryshon Jones
Matthew Ford aka S.I.R.
The Lyrical Playground
Queen Earth
Lyrical God
Out of the Basement Band
& MORE

With DJ sets by:
DJ Ambush
DJ Wooferface
& DJ Jovi Baby

::Cost $5 with student I.D., $10 without
::Food and drinks will be available
::This event is for ALL ages

Location:
The Arts Garage
1533 Ridge Avenue (at Parrish Street)
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 4:00pm - 12:00am

For more info and to RSVP check out the EVENT on Facebook.

Today: "End of Summer Jam 2"


  This afternoon come out to witness some of best LOCAL B-boys and B-girls as they show off their footwork in LOVE PARK. Expect call out battles and some of the craziest 4 on 4 b-boy battles. Trust us, these guys know how to go in.


  Bring your crew out to dance and enjoy the qualities of Hip-Hop culture.


  This is a FREE event!!!


Location:
Love Park
(MEETING PLACE, actual battle will take place in Love Park or Bc-1)

Time: 3:00pm - 7:00pm

RSVP on Facebook.

Friday, August 27, 2010

Random Funny: Crazy Church Singer


....We definitely weren't expecting this lol.


Tonight: "Jim Stephens Presents: End of Summer/Going Back to School Party!"


  Tonight S.Frosty Networx (SFX), Jim Stephens and World Cafe live present "Jim Stephens Presents: End of Summer/Going Back to School Party!"





With special performances by:
GDAG w/ Selina Carrera
Government Cheaze
Lydia Rene
Aly Cat
Philadelphia Youth Poetry Movement (PYPM)


::This event is for all ages
::Cost, $12.00
::"Proceeds benefit young artists and community action organizers."

Location:
World Cafe Life (downstairs)
3025 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 7:00pm - 11:00pm

RSVP on Facebook.

Tonight: "Making Time with OPTIMO."


  Tonight Voyeur Nightclub hosts "Making Time with Optimo!" This legendary DJing duo will be in town for one more night headlining what is sure to be an EPIC event.

   Optimo Djs, JD Twich and JG Wilkes, are the creators of the well known self titled party which occurred weekly for 12 years in Glasgow, Scotland. Don’t miss your opportunity to see them LIVE!



With special performances by:
Dave P
Dave Pak and
Mike Z


In the basement, a Rocktits event with:
Joel
Nez
Russ Alexander and
Steve Vena

In the Hypercage:
Adam Sparkles
Pink Skull and
The Broadzilla DJs

::9pm - 11pm Complementary PBR and Sailor Jerry Rum!
:: Cost, $10.
::Free hotdogs all night long!

Get your tickets HERE!

Location:
Voyeur Nightclub
1221 St. James Street
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 9:00pm - 3:30am

RSVP on Facebook.

Tonight: "Best & Better" by Anni Altshuler


  This evening come celebrate and support local art as the TrickGo Boutique hosts “Best & Better” by Anni Astshuler! This Philadelphia artist is well known for her involvement in the Space 1026 collective as well as the "Holly Holly Hobby Hobby" zine which she co-creates with friend Leah Mackin.


  In addition to the art show, TrickGo will also premier their Typography Shop tees!


Location:
TrickGo Boutique
1135 Pine Street
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 6:00pm - 10:00pm

RSVP on Facebook.

Thursday, August 26, 2010

Tonight: "Bar AIDS Philadelphia"


  Tonight choose from the 11 bars/cafes participating in Bar AIDS Philadelphia and 33% of the liquor and coffee proceeds will go to local HIV/AIDS related foundations (ActionAIDS , AIDS Law Project , Mazzoni Center, and Philadelphia FIGHT)

  Gather your friends and head out to help raise awareness for this noteworthy cause.

Participating Locations:
The Bike Stop
Cafe Cret
City Tap House
Fergie's
Knock
Small Oven Bakery (at Tutti Frutti)
Tabu
Tavern on Camac
The Westbury
Woody's
Uncle's
and XIX (Nineteen)

::For further information: BarAIDS@VlahosPR.com

Action AIDS Location:
1216 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107


RSVP on Facebook.

'Concerts in the Park' 8/25 Review


  Last night Philadelphia Weekly's ‘Concerts in the Park’ series continued with original indie talent. Local music enthusiasts of all ages packed the center of Rittenhouse Square with the intention to rock out to quality indie rock performances (which were put on hold until this week due to last week's inclimate weather).
  Doylestown, Pa’s Drink Up Buttercup took the stage first, hooking the crowds interest with their genuine lyricism and harmonized vocals. Their steady tempos are reminiscent of a 60‘s folk meets 70‘s classic rock impression that set the stage for the rest of the evening.
  Brooklyn’s A Place to Bury Strangers headlined the event with songs that truly embody indie rock. The bands smooth consistent bass tones accompanied the melodic cries of front man, Oliver Ackermann’s, guitar as it rang throughout the park to the enjoyment of those in attendance.
  Overall, the show certainly did not disappoint as the Concerts in the Park series continues to preserve the city's live music scene. Be sure to come out to Rittenhouse Square next Wednesday, September 1st, for Philadelphia Weekly’s Concerts in the Park finale with Terrible Things and The Homophones.

By Ari K. Wilson

Tonight: "Propaganda Thursday's"

  Medusa Lounge hosts "Propaganda Thursdays"!! Tonight special guest DJ Mistah Maniac will be in the house spinning tantalizing house and electro sets that'll meet your partying needs!

With mixes from Nathan Dark and Nick Cosmo!

...we know, it sounds good. Find out for yourself, TONIGHT!

::This event is 21+

Location: Medusa Lounge
27 South 21st Street
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 10:00pm - 2:00am

RSVP on Facebook.

Tonight: "Living Proof Radio"


Volta Radio Presents "Living Proof Radio"!!

  This local internet radio show provides you with quality hip hop tracks and REAL talk about the latest events, hot topics, and musical artists.



This week R&B duo L&S will be LIVE in studio. Tune in to Volta Radio TONIGHT, 10PM - 12AM. Click the "Listen" link and you'll be set!

Don't miss it!


Photo Credit:Volta Radio, http://www.voltaradio.com

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Jazmine Sullivan - "Holding You Down (Goin' In Circles)"

One of our favorite tracks by hometown hero, Jazmine Sullivan.


Random Funny: Best Goal Celebration Ever



This is awesome, lol.

Tonight: "Rockers! - August 2010"


   Tonight Tritone Bar hosts "Rockers! - August 2010!!"

  With performances by The Mighty Paradocs, theSPADES, and Ugh God, well known for their electrifying shows!







::This event is 21+

Location: Tritone
1508 South Street
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 9:30pm - 2:00am

RSVP on Facebook.

Tonight: "Concerts in the Park"


  Tonight!! Come out to Rittenhouse Square as Philadelphia Weekly presents "Concerts in the Park"!!

Local bands Government Cheaze and Drink Up Buttercup will be taking the stage. With a special performance by Brooklyn Rock/Psychedelic band, A Place To Bury Strangers.

& its FREE of course!

Location: Rittenhouse Square
18th and Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

RSVP on Facebook.

Tonight: "Rocktits Returns w/ OPTIMO! Special ALL ROCK SET!"


  TONIGHT!! Rocktits! present "Rocktits Returns w/ OPTIMO! Special ALL ROCK SET! And what better way to kick off their new season with special guests Optimo!?

   Right out of Glagow, Scotland, Optimo ( JD Twitch and JG Wilkes) have been throwing weekly parties for over 10 YEARS! So trust us, they know how to party it up!


::First 100 people get a ticket for $5 admission to Friday's Making Time with OPTIMO.
::$2 sly foxes, free rocktits foxes!


Location: Pope
1501 Passyunk Ave (near Acme)
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 10:00pm - 2:00am

RSVP on Facebook.

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Wednesday, August 25th: "The Post Folk Fest Folk Parade"


  Missed last weekend's Folk Fest? No worries! Tomorrow night The Grape Room hosts this indie rock event with a folksy flair.

  With special performances by Joe Duffy Band, Double Wides, Chris Grunwald, and Josh Park!

  Allison Polans of Miami acoustic band, Paper Trees will also be in the building.


Location: The Grape Room
105 Grape Street
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 9:00pm - 1:00am

RSVP on Facebook.

Tonight: "SUPERDOPE!"


  Ladies and gents make your way to Raven Lounge for "SUPERDOPE!" The best way to liven up your Tuesday night in Philly!



  Catch Philly's own DJ Phsh spinning his hottest mixes!
MC F.A.M.E ONE will be in the building!

Event photos by Vanache!

::NO COVER
::This event is 21+

Location: Raven Lounge
1718 Sansom Street
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 10:00pm - 2:00am

RSVP on Facebook!!

Tonight: "SECRET MOUNTAINS with Da Comrade!, Hop Along & Dragonzord!"


  TONIGHT, Kung Fu Necktie hosts "SECRET MOUNTAINS with Da Comrade!, Hop Along & Dragonzord!". Come out and witness the some of the best indie rock performances in town.

The lineup includes:
Secret Mountains
Hop Along
Da Comrade! AND
Dragonzoid


::This event is 21+
::Cost, $8


Location: Kung Fu Necktie
1248 N. Front St.
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 8:00pm - 1:30am

RSVP on Facebook.

Monday, August 23, 2010

Random Funny: Girlfriend's Remote Control Prank


Harrrrsh!

Tonight: "TIGERBEATS!"


Tonight The Barbary hosts weekly indie party, "TIGERBEATS!"





Come hang out and dance to LIVE DJ Sets from:
Jhn Rdn
Luis Angel Cancel
Tonymont AND
Flicky!

And special tigerguest, Ian ST. Laurent

::$1 drinks from 9pm- 11pm
::BARBARELLA opens upstairs at 5pm
:: kitchen open 'til 1am

Location:The Barbary
951 Frankford Avenue
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 9:00pm - 2:00am

RSVP on Facebook!

Photo Credit: Sarah S./Yelp

Tonight: "MAD DECENT MONDAY W/ BBU (BIN LADEN BLOWIN UP!)!!!"


  Tonight!! Fluid Nightclub hosts "MAD DECENT MONDAY W/ BBU (BIN LADEN BLOWIN UP!)". The hottest Monday night party in Philly will be in full effect with special guest, BBU (Bin Laden Blowin Up) right out of Chi Town.


::Suga Shay will be in the building hosting the event!!
::$3 Cover! (FREE W/ RT from @maddecentmonday)
::$1PBR & $3 drinks from 10pm - 12am
::This event is 21+

Location:Fluid Nightclub
613 S 4th Street
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 10:00pm - 2:00am

RSVP on Facebook!

Saturday, August 21, 2010

Tonight: "MOJITO -with- GUN$ GARCIA + SUGA SHAY"


  Get your dancing shoes ready! Mojito Philly and Fresh Melt Water, "MOJITO -with- GUN$ GARCIA + SUGA SHAY"! Come out to Octo Lounge's outdoor dance party on the waterfront!

  LIVE sets by Suga Shay AND Gun$ Garcia!





::$5 cover with RSVP, $10 without!
::Complementary Vodka W/ RSVP 10-11PM
::$3 PBR ALL NIGHT!

Location: Outside at Octo
221 N. Columbus Blvd
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 10:00pm - 2:00am

Tonight: "THE BOOM BAP"



  Tonight Medusa Lounge is the place to be! Every third Saturday, "THE BOOM BAP" returns to take true hip hop classics and combine them with the hottest party bangers!

  Mix , mingle, and enjoy live sets by Lil Dave, Coolout, Apple Juice, and Case Bloom!


Location: Medusa Lounge
27 South 21st Street
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 9:00pm - 2:30am

RSVP on Facebook.

Tonight: "PhiLLy Youth Poetry Night"


  This evening join local lyricists and lovers of poetry at S.Frosty Networx (SFX)' "PhiLLy Youth Poetry Night".

  Prepare to be wowed by the talented The 2010 PHILLY YOUTH POETRY TEAM who have recently returned from competition in Los Angeles.

$10 for adults, $7 for youth.
($2 off w/donation of food or clothes for the less fortunate.)

Location: The Rotunda
4014 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 6:00pm - 10:0pm

RSVP on Facebook.

Friday, August 20, 2010

Urban Ditty Artist Feature: Dosage

  This week's Urban Ditty Artist Feature is Philly's own Dosage. Recently returning from touring with Lupe Fiasco during his Steppin Lasers Tour , this lyrical emcee plans on taking the hip-hop scene by storm. He feels (just as Urban Ditty does) that musical talent throughout the city of Philadelphia is making a serious comeback over the nations airwaves.
  One aspect we noticed about Dosage is that he truly shows love and a great appreciation for his fans. You can always catch him responding on Twitter to the many mentions he receives from his fans all over the nation. Very rarely do artists reach out to their fanbase in small personal gestures in the manner that Dosage does. In doing this, he is establishing a foundation for his future success.
  Make sure you check out his new mixtape, "IT" which was released today in relation to the "8/20" fever you may have witnessed on Facebook. If you enjoy what your hear, by all means give a listen to his previous mixtape "Sand and Foam", which pairs the insight of Lebanese poet & philosopher, Kahlil Gibran, with Dosages one of a kind style of lyricism.
  We recently had the opportunity to attend one of Dosage's rehearsals where he shared with us his work ethic as well as his introduction into the rap game. Check out our exclusive footage of Dosage at work.





Photo Credit: Afieldb, http://www.afieldb.blogspot.com & Robert Armour (Creative Eye Designs)

Tonight: "Banana Clips And The Ancient Scrolls of Passyunk Avenue (August Edition)"


  Tonight Vice Magazine and Colt 45 present "Banana Clips And The Ancient Scrolls of Passyunk Avenue (August Edition)" at >The Adobe Cafe (Passyunk and Mifflin location).

  Expect something a little different this time around. The "special guests" will remain a SUPER secret until YOU get there tonight!


Sammy Slice and Cool Hand Luke will be in attendance!
Door by Jacci Stallone (www.beingperfectishard.com)

FREE Colt 45
$5 Before 12:00am, $7 after.

Location: Upstairs at Adobe Cafe (Passyunk and Mifflin)
1919 East Passyunk Ave
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 10:00pm - 2:00am

RSVP on Facebook.

Tonight: "Fel Sweetenberg"!


  TONIGHT!! Live at The Fresh Melt Water Shop, Camden, NJ emcee and producer, Fel Sweetenberg will be in the building performing a few tracks from his new album, "The Jinx"!


Fel Sweetenberg - "Awful Pretty"




  Fresh Melt Water will also be releasing limited edition "Jinx" T-shirts in honor of the event.

Check it out!

Location: The Fresh Melt Water Shop
Unit 20 (The Piazza at Schmidt's) 1001 N. 2nd St.
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 8:00pm - 11:30pm

RSVP on Facebook.

Tonight: "adidas' FW'10 ObyO Collection Launch Party at UBIQ Walnut St."


  This evening UBIQ is the place to be for adidas' FW'10 ObyO Collection launch!

   Come check out the FW'10 ObyO by designer extraordinaire Kazuki Kuraishi and take in the sounds of Breakbeat DJ, Chairman Mao!

  Expect great giveaways, cocktails, the latest ObyO product, and an all around good time!


Location: UBIQ (Walnut Street)
1509 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 7:30pm - 11:00pm

RSVP on Facebook.

Tonight: "The 2nd Annual Subdivision Bass Safari!!!"


  The M-Room hosts "The 2nd Annual Subdivision Bass Safari!!!."

  BE THERE for hot dj sets by GIRL U.N.I.T , Sgt. Sass, Subdivision Crew (Flufftronix, Lady Prowl, Rx, Battleaxe Baby), AND Seclusiasis Crew (Dev79, Siyoung, Sonkin)! Buddy Leezle will be hosting this event.

  Last years party was a banger, don't miss out on this one!


$6 before 12:00am, $8 after.


Location: The M-Room
15 W. Girard Avenue
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 10:00pm - 2:00am

RSVP on Facebook.

Today: "Break the Limits"!


   Armed n' Dangerous & All in One present "Break the Limits" a B-boy CLASSIC!

  This afternoon come witness some of Philly's best B-boys in full effect.

  With DJ's Tonka,Foxx Boogie, and Host/MC Atomic Goofball.

1 on 1 B-boy Battles for $300!!
Cost:$7

Location: William Way Community Center
1315 Spruce st.
Philadelphia, PA


Time: 4:00pm - 10:00pm
(Doors open at 4pm, sign-up will be from 4 - 5:30pm, battles begin at 6pm)

RSVP on Facebook.

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Tonight: "snacks. w/ The Swiss (live!!!) & Sinden. anything goes."!


  Want something new to satisfy your musical taste buds? Tonight Voyeur Nightclub hosts "snacks. w/ The Swiss (live!!!) & Sinden. anything goes."! Come out for this musical experience.

  With special quests The Swiss, a band out of Australia known internationally for their mind blowing performances.

  ALSO catch a live sets by Sinden, Dave P., and Adam Sparkles.

No Cover!

$1 PBR & $2 Sparks & $2 well drinks until midnight!

FREE Hot Dogs (and Veggie Dogs!) all night long.

Location: Voyeur Nightclub
1221 Saint James Street
Philadelphia, PA

(far entrance @ Camac St.)

Time: 10:00pm - 3:30am

RSVP on Facebook.