Philadelphia and its surrounding suburbs feature venues of varying sizes, accommodating audiences from every scene and background. This year, the Philadelphia area hosts alternative, folk, metal, country, and classic rock names worth seeing live. Here are the top five most anticipated performances of 2012.
Wolfe Tones
The Wolfe Tones are an Irish band that has performed rebel songs for nearly half a decade. Their heartfelt folk music embodies the uncompromising nationalistic spirit of Irish rebel music in a tone ripe for fresh contemplation. The Wolfe Tones will appear for the St. Patrick’s Day season at Finnigan’s Wake, a pub and entertainment complex.
Date and time: Wednesday, March 7, 2012, at 8 p.m.
Location: Finnigan’s Wake, 537 N. Third St., Philadelphia.
Price: $25.
Tickets: You can purchase tickets to see the Wolfe Tones credit card.
The Moody Blues
Most noted for their hit “Nights in White Satin,” this classic rock favorite consistently sells out venues of varying size. The Moody Blues bring together orchestrated sounds and electric instruments. The trio has been performing together for more than three decades.
Date and time: Saturday, April 7, 2012, at 8 p.m.
Location: State Theatre, 453 Northampton St., Easton, Pennsylvania. Park at City of Easton Municipal Garage, Third and Ferry.
Price: $95-$120.
Tickets: Purchase tickets at the State Theatre website.
Rammstein
Best known for their song “Du Hast,” German band Rammstein has a heavy sound and a strong international following. Rammstein is known for giving excellent live performances featuring fantastic light displays and pyrotechnics.
Date and time: Thursday, April 26, 2012, at 8 p.m.
Location: Wells Fargo Center, 3601 S. Broad St., Philadelphia.
Price: $49.50-$92.50.
Tickets: Tickets available from the Wells Fargo Center.
Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraw
Country legends Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraw team up for the Boys of Summer Tour, coming to Philadelphia in June. This stadium-only tour of the two friends is likely to sell out quickly, so get your tickets early.
Date and time: Saturday, June 16, 2012, time to be announced.
Location: Lincoln Financial Field, 1020 Pattison Ave., Philadelphia.
Price: To be announced.
Tickets: Currently available via Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000.
Coldplay: Two Shows
Coldplay is back in the U.S. to promote the release of their latest album, entitled “Mylo Xyloto.” The recipients of several accolades, including Grammys and MTV Music Awards, this British rock crew is best known for “Yellow,” a hit from 2000.
Date and time: Thursday, July 5, and Friday, July 6, 2012, at 7 p.m.
Location: Wells Fargo Center, 3601 S. Broad St., Philadelphia.
Price: $46.50-$99.50
Tickets: Tickets available on the Wells Fargo Center website.
Small and large venues alike typically book bands no more than seven months in advance. If you’re looking to see a specific band in concert in Philadelphia, keep updated via the band’s website. Once they start filling in dates in New York or D.C., check back every day – Philadelphia or New Jersey is likely next in the lineup.