Here at Almost Famous we want to use our platform to share as many forms of art and expression that we can. With the Share Your Story submissions we are looking for any and all types of projects one is proud of and excited to show off. We would like to highlight two-three stories eachContinue reading “Share Your Story Submission Form”
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Black Belt Eagle Scout at Johnny Brenda’s, Philadelphia
On April 17th, Black Belt Eagle Scout brought a show full of heart-stopping music and artistry to Philadelphia’s Johnny Brenda’s. Released in February of this year, Katherine Paul’s new album The Land, The Water, The Sky, touches on her ancestral roots and the beauty of the world around her. The band opened with one of their mostContinue reading “Black Belt Eagle Scout at Johnny Brenda’s, Philadelphia “
Only cool Grandmas allowed in Brooklyn 4/11
Grandma opened for Coco & Clair Clair during their first ever headlining tour, bringing the heat that only cool grandmas know how to bring. Playing to a sold out Music Hall of Williamsburg in Brooklyn on 4/11/23, Grandma controlled the crowd with their energy and made us feel as if we had a belly fullContinue reading “Only cool Grandmas allowed in Brooklyn 4/11”
Ethel Cain: Preacher’s Daughter, an article by Summer Reid
The name Ethel is of Old English origin, the last time it was a popular name amongst newborn babies was in the 20th century. It is a feminine Anglo Saxon name that means “noble.” Cain is a Hebrew name that was given to the firstborn son of the bible who murdered his brother, jealous ofContinue reading “Ethel Cain: Preacher’s Daughter, an article by Summer Reid”
Chappell Roan’s Naked in North America Tour at Brooklyn Bowl
On February 25th, Chappell Roan brought her “Naked in North America” tour to Brooklyn Bowl in Philly. Both the crowd and I were lucky enough to catch the singer on her first-ever headlining tour, where she brought enough energy, talent, and excitement to make it seem like she’s been doing this for decades. Having localContinue reading “Chappell Roan’s Naked in North America Tour at Brooklyn Bowl”
Ex Pilots Album Release Show @ Thunderbird Café and Music Hall in Pittsburgh, Pa 2.19.23
On February 19, 2023, local band Ex Pilots had an album release show at the Thunderbird Café and Music Hall in Pittsburgh, PA. Ella and Madalyn always love to find new local musicians and check out what they are working on, so they were sure to add this show to their list! Ella got toContinue reading “Ex Pilots Album Release Show @ Thunderbird Café and Music Hall in Pittsburgh, Pa 2.19.23 “
An Interview with Flipturn
On February 12, 2023 Florida-based band Flipturn made a stop in Pittsburgh, PA at the Thunderbird Cafe and Music Hall. Now on the second leg of their Shadowglow Tour, Flipturn was able to completely sell-out this beloved Pittsburgh venue after previously playing there as an opener in the beginning of 2022. Ella and Madalyn wereContinue reading “An Interview with Flipturn”
Highnoon on Their New Single and Writing Music that Makes You Feel Something
After releasing their most recent single in early January, Philly-based band Highnoon has proven that they’re well on their way to captivating hearts and minds everywhere with their unique sound and intimate lyricism. Interview with images by Erika Lyijynen, @exrka on instagram. On January 15th, I had the opportunity to sit down in Brooklyn with KennedyContinue reading “Highnoon on Their New Single and Writing Music that Makes You Feel Something”
The Front Bottoms’ Champagne Jam 2022
The Front Bottoms brought their annual year-end celebration, known as the “Champagne Jam,” to Philly this past Friday night. With a stacked two-day lineup featuring names like Joyce Manor, Soul Glo, Kevin Devine, and the Front Bottoms themselves, people from all over the area flocked to the Fillmore for two nights of incredible music. IContinue reading “The Front Bottoms’ Champagne Jam 2022”
The 1975 At Their Very Best in Camden, NJ
After releasing their 5th studio album, “Being Funny in a Foreign Language,” the 1975 have embarked on their most ambitious tour yet. Front man, Matty Healy, is no stranger to satire. With this in mind, the band titled their new tour “The 1975 At Their Very Best,” leaving dedicated fans more than unsure of theContinue reading “The 1975 At Their Very Best in Camden, NJ”
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