Sound Surroundings: Saving West Philly’s Music and Soul

On this episode of Jimmy Bonds Podcast, host Jimmy Bonds speaks with Chris Perri about his Sound Surroundings project, the importance of preserving West Philadelphia’s music and cultural roots, and how local voting and grassroots action can protect the community from displacement. They discuss gentrification, the role of politicians and local organizers, paying artists fair wages, and concrete steps to keep neighborhoods vibrant and community-led.