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.
Time | Venue | Age | |
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WKDU Presents: Sunday Brunch at Johnny Brenda's featuring Birthday Boy Yoni and WPRB's Dana K | 1:00pm | Johnny Brenda's | All Ages |
Pucker Up! / Westmain / Monster Truck Fire Truck | 7:00pm | Ortlieb's | 21+ |
TOWER | 7:30pm | Kung Fu Necktie | 21+ |
Time | Venue | Age | |
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Amy Jay / Stone Cold Grace / Allison Stiel | 7:00pm | Silk City | 21+ |
Reba Meyers | 7:30pm | Kung Fu Necktie | 21+ |
Sour Windows | 8:00pm | PhilaMOCA | All Ages |
Time | Venue | Age | |
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Tea Eater / Jasno Swarez / JIM E BROWN / Nancy Strong | 7:30pm | Nikki Lopez | 21+ |
Jack Symes | 7:30pm | Kung Fu Necktie | 21+ |
Jazz Jam w/ Orrin Evans | 8:00pm | The Lounge at World Cafe Live | All Ages |
Barrington Levy | 8:00pm | Ardmore Music Hall | 21+ |
Time | Venue | Age | |
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Options / Soft Surface / Smile Machine | 7:00pm | Ortlieb's | 21+ |
SOUND TYPE 2025: Yu Su x Elissa Suh | 8:00pm | Asian Arts Initiative | All Ages |
ERIC13 & THE PINHEADS / Goddamnit / Ratrod / Mikey Primadonna | 8:00pm | Nikki Lopez | 21+ |
Santiago Cruz | 8:00pm | Music Hall at World Cafe Live | All Ages |
PEARL | 8:30pm | The Lounge at World Cafe Live | All Ages |