Harold Melvin & the blue notes
Besides "Love I Lost" being one of the greatest songs of all time, it is also a perfect example of the soulful disco that was in many ways born and bred in Philadelphia. When it comes to getting down with a true Philly Sound, it doesn't get much better than Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes.
The Philly Mural Arts Program (http://muralarts.org/) has been redefining the walls and streets of the city for years. A common theme in these murals is a presentation of prominent figures in the city's culture and history. Here is a picture that I took in West Philly of Patti Labelle smiling proudly over the corner of 34th & Mantua. |
Philly doesn't only pay tribute to its roots on walls and street corners, but also on the stages of its biggest celebrations. The 4th of July serves as a celebration of our country's beginnings in Philadelphia and as a return home for many of the city's greatest musicians. Hosted and curated by ?uestlove and The Roots, this year's celebration played host to this killer duet of "Sara's Smile" by Daryl Hall (Hall & Oates) and Queen Latifah. |
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