Chioke Chioke — Album Album cover
Performed Live May 9 at Velvet Whip

Chioke

Alternative R&B Psychedelic Rock Philadelphia

Cinematic and ethereal, Chioke's alternative R&B blends psychedelic production with poetic storytelling shaped by her Philadelphia roots. Starting on SoundCloud in 2017 with her late best friend and producer, Jay Dreamer, Chioke's music honors his legacy.

Her 2024 debut at the legendary Roots Picnic marked a career milestone, shortly followed by the birth of her twin sons, a life-changing experience that deepened her artistry. With her soulful sound and emotional depth, Chioke remains a testament to resilience and evolution.

Postpartum is an EP and the conclusion of Chioke's three-part series — a sonic departure from her 2025 full-length When in Doubt. Rock-leaning, but still genre-bending and daring.

In her own words:

"Each song is about the traumas I endured at the hands of people who should've been my support system. This is my truth. My line in the sand. Stay on your fucking side! Thank you to everyone who helped bring my vision to life."

Postpartum is now available on all streaming platforms.

Taylor Kelly Taylor Kelly — Album Album cover
Performed Live May 9 at Velvet Whip

Taylor Kelly

Jazz Soul Funk Philadelphia

Born and raised in Rochester, NY, Taylor Kelly is now a fixture in the vibrant Philadelphia music scene, honing her introspective take on jazz, soul, and funk. She combines her smooth, powerful, technically-informed voice with a full horn section, addictive hip hop and electronic beats, and complex arrangements, a dynamic blend that establishes a strikingly authentic niche all its own.

Kelly has released six albums/EPs and shared the stage with St. Paul and the Broken Bones, Dirty Loops, Moonchild, and Monophonics. She has amassed over 800k listens for her single "California" worldwide.

TANNER TANNER — Album Album cover
Performed Live May 9 at Velvet Whip

TANNER

Hip-Hop Rap Producer Philadelphia

TANNER is an emerging artist and producer from West Philadelphia. His sharp technical rap skills, melodic instincts, and deep appreciation for sampling create a sound that feels both nostalgic and forward-thinking.

In 2023, he released his debut full-length album Loving God And Being Fly Not A Contradiction a project that embodies all of the above while showcasing his command of audio dynamics and seamless sonic transitions. Since then, TANNER has collaborated with R&B singer Nova Orianne, and is currently preparing his sophomore album, offering an even more polished and sonically expansive body of work.

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