Beat Map's Philly Music Guide: Perfume Genius, WITCHZ, and Hidden Venue Gems April 2024

# Perfume Genius, WITCHZ & Hayley Williams: Your Ultimate Philadelphia Music Guide This Week | Beat Map Podcast ## Episode Description Join Beat Map, your trusted Philadelphia music insider, for this week's essential guide to the city's hottest concerts, hidden venues, and can't-miss live music experiences happening April 1-7 and beyond. ### This Week's Featured Concerts & Events **Tonight's Must-See Show: Perfume Genius at First Unitarian Church** kicks off an incredible week of Philadelphia music. Beat Map delivers the insider scoop on this intimate duo performance with Alan Wyffels at one of Philly's most atmospheric venues. With doors opening at 8pm and tickets around $35, this historic church setting promises an unforgettable sonic experience. **WITCHZ ENTER AFTERLIFE World Tour** takes over The Foundry at Fillmore Philadelphia on April 2, bringing high-energy vibes for just $25 advance. Meanwhile, **R&B ONLY** transforms the Fillmore into a smooth groove paradise Saturday night starting at 9pm for a $20 entry. Looking ahead, heavy metal fans won't want to miss **Black Label Society** storming the Fillmore on Monday, April 6 ($40), while **Hayley Williams with Water From Your Eyes** delivers a double-bill soul-punk experience April 6-7 at Franklin Music Hall ($45). ### Philadelphia's Best Music Venues Revealed Beat Map shares expert insights on **Fillmore Philadelphia's** legendary sightlines and gilded atmosphere, while highlighting this week's top pick: **First Unitarian Church**, whose haunted, intimate vibes create the perfect backdrop for tonight's Perfume Genius performance. Discover why these venues consistently deliver Philadelphia's most memorable concert experiences. ### Local Music Legends & Rising Stars Explore Philadelphia's vibrant local music scene with spotlight features on: - **West Powelton Steppers & Drumline**: West Philly legends keeping the beat since 1991 - **Weeknights Live programming**: Free live music Mondays through Wednesdays across Philadelphia's best neighborhood bars and venues ### Your Free Weekly Music Calendar Never pay cover again with Beat Map's comprehensive **Weeknights Live guide**: - **Mondays**: East Passyunk Avenue spots including Pistolas del Sur and Ray's Happy Birthday Bar (6-9pm) - **Tuesdays**: Center City hotels like Marriott Downtown featuring local talent - **Wednesdays**: Baltimore Avenue haunts including Carbon Copy's underground atmosphere Plus, mark your calendar for **Pablo Batista's Latin Jazz Orchestra** bringing big band fire to Esperanza Arts Center Friday, April 17 ($25). ### Summer Festival Preview: Plan Ahead for Philly's Biggest Events Get the early intel on Philadelphia's massive summer music calendar: - **FIFA World Cup Fan Fest** (June 14-July 19): International celebration coming to Philly - **MLB All-Star Week** (July 11-14): Baseball meets live music entertainment - **Commonwealth Concert Series** (May-June): Seasonal outdoor performances across the city ## This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.