Erik Sayles: The Anti-Hero of Philly Guitar
Erik Sayles can play the damn guitar. Don’t just take my word for it. There are witnesses. Over the years, he has played with, recorded with, or shared rooms with people whose names eventually appeared on festival posters and Grammy…
HAIR WE GO! A JOURNEY OF LOVE, LOCKS, AND INFINITE REINVENTION
Some people follow a straight line. Thalia Elie prefers a swirl, a spin, a spontaneous cha-cha of reinvention. She’s an Afro-Latina artist, author, hairstylist, photographer, tech visionary, and ordained minister (Bible in one hand, Black Girl Magic in the other.)…
The Unstoppable Energy of Philadelphia’s Ultimate Host: Starfire
In the heart of Philadelphia’s vibrant arts and culture scene, there exists a force of nature so electrifying that those who experience her energy once are forever changed. Her name is Starfire, and if you’ve ever attended an event she’s hosted, you know exactly why she’s unforgettable. A whirlwind of charisma, authenticity, and sheer brilliance, Starfire isn’t just a host—she’s an experience.
Stacy Niemkiewicz: Pixel to Pencil Magic
“The first time I ever touched a pencil to draw a piece of art was during the pandemic. It was inspired by me wanting to give my dad a special gift for Father’s Day, something personal that he would really…