Philly Music Spectrum: A Panel Event -

This Tuesday, February 18th at 7pm at Underground Arts, Drexel University senior Sarah Glorioso is hosting a panel event about the up-and-coming Philadelphia music scene. This panel is going to feature John Vettese of WXPN, Eric McLellan of Warner Bros/Sire Records, Marley McNamara manager of the Districts and Levee Drivers, and Khari Mateen producer for the Roots and Jill Scott and others. The event will be moderated by Fame House's Nick Rizzuto.

As someone who relies heavily on the constant support of the members of this incredible scene, it's very exciting to see this kind of panel. Outside of discussions about the music scene in the Philadelphia area and its history, the panel will also focus on the panel members' beginnings. Per Sarah, they will discuss "how each panelist found success, and also how each panel member uses social media in their field."

With the panel members sheer influence over Philadelphia's musical past, present, and future; having John, Eric, Marley, & Khari captive should be quite a treat. For more info check out the Facebook event. Otherwise, doors for the event will be at 6:30 and the panel discussion will begin approximately at 7p.m. The discussion will last between 45-60min, and there will be a short Q&A portion after that.

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