Philly may not always have been known for its music scene, but the city has quietly grown into one of the nation\u2019s musical centers in the past decade. Philadelphia has become a haven for musicians seeking refuge from steep rents as well as proximity to major cultural centers in nearby NYC and Boston. Known for its tight-knit music community and phenomenal live scene since the early 2000s, Philly has established itself as an indie powerhouse, producing some of the biggest bands and artists in the genre — names like Kurt Vile, the War on Drugs, Modern Baseball, and Dr. Dog. As 2019 kicks off, it has no signs of slowing down.<\/p>\n
Here are 8 Philly bands for college music fans to keep an eye on:<\/p>\n
A high octane trio with a penchant for heavy and often political funk rock, ill Fated Natives<\/a>\u00a0are exciting in the true sense of the word. Ill Fated Natives are known for their wild live shows, where their unbelievable energy shines through best and their hard, fast-paced funk starts to sound like hardcore punk.<\/p>\n