Presented by Asian Arts Initiative (AAI), SOUND TYPE 2025, a one of a kind music festival and writers residency, returns for its second year, bringing together musicians and writers in a groundbreaking partnership that challenges musical genres, forms, and stereotypes. With an emphasis on experimentation and critical feedback, SOUND TYPE showcases the work of Asian and BIPOC musicians and critics, creating authentic creative platforms that celebrate and elevate diverse voices. The Music Writers Residency envisions an equitable space for both performers and audiences to engage with music and writing that pushes boundaries and fosters artistic bravery. This year’s festival seeks to build community and power for the Asian and BIPOC music and music writing community in Philadelphia, one of the nation’s most vibrant music hubs.
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Xasthur / Decay / Duress / Honey | 7:00pm | Ortlieb's | 21+ |
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Moontype / Smile Machine | 7:00pm | Ortlieb's | 21+ |
Chained Saint | 7:30pm | Kung Fu Necktie | 21+ |
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Rachel Bochner | 7:30pm | Silk City | 21+ |
Personal Injury / Lena Fine / Feaster / Flavorless Gum | 8:00pm | PhilaMOCA | All Ages |
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Fullscreen (Record Release) / Lizdelise | 8:00pm | Johnny Brenda's | 21+ |
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(Film) WIRED FOR CHAOS w/ Harley Flanagan in attendance / plus live performances from YDI and Minefield | 7:00pm | PhilaMOCA | All Ages |
VCTMS / Crystal Lake / Not Enough Space / Face Yourself | 8:00pm | Underground Arts | 21+ |
Ouija Macc / Sinizter | 8:00pm | Nikki Lopez | 21+ |
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Bob Log III / Jim E. Brown / Ecology: HomeStones | 8:00pm | PhilaMOCA | All Ages |
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West Philadelphia Orchestra | 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Penn Museum - Stoner Courtyard | All Ages |
Lifeguard | 7:00pm | Warehouse on Watts | All Ages |
Jazz Jam w/ Orrin Evans | 8:00pm | The Lounge at World Cafe Live | All Ages |
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Snooper | 6:00pm | Spruce Street Harbor | All Ages |
Countdown From Ten / Dumb Waiter / This Temper | 7:00pm | Ortlieb's | 21+ |