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n a Thursday afternoon in midits roots at The Trocadero upon its closing late March, Patrick Rodgers – Phillast year, the world’s biggest vampire-themed adelphia’s famously fanged, live concert and party event, presently featurpremier promoter of all that is ing the legendary UK Goth-tinged band StabGothic, vamp-irical and industribing Westward, will celebrate its 75th iteration al, be it music, art or food and will, as always, welcome vamps – is performing many from around the globe.

“I’m culturally, spiritually and inthe same tasks as every American at

BY A.D. AMOROSI tellectually curious,” said Rodgers, present: dealing with the personal when asked who exactly he is. “A and business hassles of coronavirus. citizen of the world. A professional As the owner and operator of Dancfacilitator who is capable of making ing Ferret Concerts, he’s monitoring nearly impossible things happen. Someone the moving parts of a health scare crisis that with a clearly defined moral code. A person finds his punkish shows in March on hold, or more likely to run toward sirens than away pushed to later dates. from them.”

Rodgers is also running errands, putting Oddly, he never mentions anything Goth or the finishing touches on his May 1’s Dracula’s vampire-related, right, despite those things Ball at the Franklin Music Hall. Ripped from

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being the most vividly notorious aspects of his appearance.

The bigger point here is that, despite having fangs, a dedication to the ancient imagery of vampirism and most things Gothic, Rodgers is not worried about sunlight or any of the icy trappings of Dracula-ian mythology. As a culinary aficionado who has travelled the world and thrown rare menu dining parties throughout the city (such as the first Irigoyen dinner), he’s really cool with garlic and would always choose to drink wine over blood if he drank at all (he’s a straight-laced, non-drug or drink teetotaler always). And, with a forever-present manicured goatee such as his and a predilection for leather pants, he’s likely fond of mirrors.

“I can state that Patrick doesn’t dig day-

Patrick Rodgers says even goblins get the blues light, but that’s just because he stays up late to work and likes his sleep,” said old friend and Metropolis Records’ label owner Dave Heckman, refuting any fear that Rodgers could burn up into ash and cinder at the first sight of dawn’s sun streaming rays. “He was born in the Bahamas, you know?”

Rodgers joked that, quite simply, “’Awake early’ is a relative term for me.”

Then again, Rodgers’ newest venture beyond Dracula’s Balls and moving impending Goth rock live programs and programs, has had him up morning and night, writing, editing and independently publishing his first novel, “Even Goblins Get The Blues.”

Due for release in April, his fantastical writing debut finds Rodgers peering into yet another twilight world, the imaginary Sapphire

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City, where the lone therapist in town takes on the psychic woes and mental health issues of the town’s goblins, dragons, mermaids, and minotaurs.

If Neil Gaiman had ever written an episode of “The Sopranos” with Dr. Melfi tending to a Centaur Tony Soprano – with just a hint of William S. Burroughs’ smugness and alien sensuality – that would be the tone, texture and feel of “Even Goblins Get The Blues.”

And though the noir creatures of “Goblins” come across, at first, like some of the club denizens that Rodgers has served in a vampire-ish scene of his own devising – with Rodgers as their leader-therapist – the author-entrepreneur is quick to disabuse any notions of similarity.

“Abernathy (the book’s therapist) isn’t an aspirational model or an idealized version of myself,” said Rodgers. “I believe in diplomacy, and I love helping other people when I can, but I don’t have his level of serenity and I’m not sure I’d want it. … When I’m running an event, I do feel a duty of care to my patrons, in much the same way that Abernathy does to his patients, so we share that.”

What Rodgers, his audiences and his closest associates also share is the love of all that is Gothic in music, art and literature, with the occasional thing for vampire imagery and idealism.

“The Gothic, yes, I get that, but the fascination with the vampire thing, I’ve no idea,” said photographer, international Goth-industrial scene chronicler and friend Kyle Cassidy. “It seems like so much work. I used to wonder if David Bowie ever ran out to the supermarket in sweat pants with no product in his hair.

Some part of this subculture is extremely meticulous. But there are so many branches in that tree. I’m more the ‘Siouxsie’ T-shirt and black jeans’ variety. But I think that that is Patrick’s whole thing – everybody is welcome.

You don’t have to be a vampire, you don’t have to have a rubber dress, you don’t have to memorize Ozemandias, you don’t have to crimp your hair and put on mascara to be part of our group ... it’s a big tent and there is room in it for many.”

How Rodgers got to be so magnanimous (in up late tothe eye of his fans and friends), or get here, periend andriod, with the Goth, the industrial, the leathave Heck-er, and the fangs, starts far away in a distant ers couldland. Not Philadelphia or the Sapphire City first sightof his new “Goblin” novel, but rather the sun, as born insurf and sand of the Bahamas where he was born and raised. , “’Awake By the way. No. He’s never given or is giving his age or stated what year he was born. Don’t enture be-ask. mpending The most anyone has ever known about rams, hasdates related to Rodgers – whether it’s his riting, ed-friends, or even I, the author of the piece who g his firstlong ago ran, did events and-or promoted ” clubs such as Revival, the Trocadero, Asylum, tical writ-The Bank, etc. – is that he just sort-of poppedto yet an-up in Philly around the beginning of the ‘90s.

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“I’m from Freeport on the island of Grand Bahama, and moved to the U.S., alone, in the late ‘80s,” said Rodgers. “There was really nothing to do on the island – how many times can you go to the beach? – so I was very bored.”

Rodgers brought with him a voracious appetite for books, games and notions of business, and was completely unprepared for the culture shock he felt from the vibrancy of a bustling city. “It was a jarring adjustment period.”

The move from running around the Bahamian sands in the sunshine to becoming the goateed prince of midnight was easily facilitated when you consider that Rodgers never did much sand dune-ing in the first place. His misspent youth was mostly filled with times “climbing over the fence to a large hotel nearby and trying to sneak into tourist activities as I could, or just picking fruit from the hotel fruit trees until guards in golf carts would chase me down.”

Both of his parents were successful independent entrepreneurs on the island, so Rodg-

ers learned that skill and savvy from his folks.

Finding lost golf balls in the bush and selling them to tourists at a price well beneath what the pro shop at the hotel charged was how Rodgers’ art of the deal was built.

“The other transformative experience was my first exposure to music from outside the Caribbean,” he stated. “We had plenty of soca, reggae and calypso, but we’d very occasionally pick up radio from Miami and that was mostly Latin or Latin-influenced music, and television stations from Miami. As this was during the advent of the music video, I was suddenly thrown into the world of Duran Duran, Michael Jackson, The Police, David Bowie and others.”

The fascination with the Gothic? “Even when I was young, I felt like the villains always got short shrift in the movies. The entertainment industry, then, was very lazy and villains were always doing inexplicable things that came back to bite them in the ass, like being incredibly abusive to their underlings.

‘That’s no way to inspire loyalty and run an operation,’ I’d think. So I always had an inter-

est in the monster/villain’s point of view and that was one pathway to the dark side.”

Aesthetically, too, Rodgers couldn’t deny the appeal of Goth – spidery bands coming from the UK in the late ‘70s and early ‘80s such as Bauhaus, Specimen, Dead Can Dance, The Cult and more. Dressed all in black and done-up in teased-high hair and think kohl eyeliner, The Cure and Siouxise & the Banshees were particularly ominous and fashionable.

“Those cats looked so badass. … While I can appreciate the beauty of a tanned swimsuit model, I grew up on beaches full of that, and so the pale girls in fishnet with their clove cigarettes were exotic and intriguing to me.”

The vampy 1987 teen-action-mystery-movie “The Lost Boys” was a seminal film for Rodgers, one that showed vampires as young, attractive, live-for-the-moment types rather than decrepit old men. “Kiefer Sutherland made it seem like a great life,” said Rodgers with a laugh.

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GOTH, FROM PAGE 7 is what fascinated Rodgers, who, in the early ‘90s, fell into Philly’s VERY nascent goth scene by accident (he wasn’t a club go-er or a partier) when he attended a vampire-related activity at Asylum. “I heard songs that I owned and loved and I’d think, ‘This is goth? I listen to this all the time. I guess I must like goth music; better listen to more of it.’”

In reality, by the early ‘90s and the rise of goth-industrial acts such as Nine Inch Nails, Marilyn Manson, Ministry and My Chemical Romance, it was better to be making and promoting the music than passively listening.

After having been gainfully employed by a local video arcade owner, Rodgers dove in with a first show at the Troc in 1995 with X-Cops (the guys from GWAR but dressed up as evil cops) financed through a cash advance on the one credit card that he had.

“That was an expensive loss… no local band in a church basement; it was quite an initiation into the business.” His second and third shows, though, turned a profit as the audience for goth-industrial sound grew and the vamp scene became more pronounced and ready to pounce.

He created club nights such as Wednesday night Nocturne parties at Shampoo, which, by

2008 hit its 12-year mark, to become the longest-running weekly club night in Philadelphia. He started the quarterly Dracula’s Ball parties that welcomed vamps from around the globe. He became THE promoter and booker of large-scale goth music in the area, with sold-out shows from the likes of The Sisters of Mercy and Dead Can Dance being 100 percent Dancing Ferret (Rodgers said that the upcoming Dead Can Dance show in April at the Met is 100 percent Live Nation. “They hired me to help publicize, but, that is not at all my show”) To further satiate that hunger in the ‘90s, Rodgers began booking and promoting goth and industrial concerts and making and selling records through his own label under his Dancing Ferret Entertainment Group umbrella. By time the label started, Rodgers had enough cash flow that he could put out several records, back-to-back, and see how it went. They sold like hot cakes, and several of Dancing Ferret’s releases hit the top of several Billboard charts. “Music From The Succubus Club,” a soundtrack to the pen-and-paper game “Vampire: The Masquerade” and a record from a now-defunct German band, Paralysed Age, were the Dancing Ferret label’s first hits.

“The funny thing is that I had no interest in starting a label,” said Rodgers. “I shopped

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these projects to all the goth labels that I knew from my experience as a promoter and they all passed. I knew the projects would succeed so I started my own label.”

That prowess as a promoter brought him to the attention of the local goth-industrial scene’s other magnate, Dave Heckman.

Philly’s Heckman came up as part of the area’s glam punk scene, and by 1991 owned the Digital Underground record store on South Street (which eventually moved to South 5th and was later occupied by Rodgers). By 1995, however, his love of music turned toward goth industrial and import-only bands such as Front 242, and his place started to become a hangout mecca for goth kids in fishnets.

“There were industrial nights at Trocadero that were packed, mixing up old school industrial with Jane’s Addiction and Jesus and Mary Chain records, recalled Heckman.

“It was a cool scene. So, I focused Digital Underground’s attention on goth and industrial, which I have to say was ambitious, and a little crazy. Eventually, it worked out, because the record store was so successful, I started licensing music from Germany and Belgium – the biggest territory for this music, with bands such as Front 242 at its forefront – and started Metropolis to focus more on signing bands.”

While Heckman’s Metropolis signed old guard bands such as Frontline Assembly and KMFDM and new bands such as Ego Likeness, Dancing Ferret Discs put out records by Angelspit, Carfax Abbey, Qntal, Gothminister, and even author Neil Gaiman.

Heckman had a talent for finding the music, but in his own words, “sucked at promoting it.” Bring in Patrick Rodgers for reinforcement, and a goth-industrial universe exploded, and its audience forever dedicated – a dedication that, despite the slowing of CD sales, has kept the niche music empowered and profitable, while maintaining a community of people enthralled with Rodgers and all things Dracula-ian and Gothic. As far as a following went, at one-time Rodgers’ publication, “Asleep By Dawn Magazine,” had around 30,000 subscribers in the area.

“Patrick has been and is always at the frontline of promoting this music and the Philly scene,” said Heckman with a laugh. “He loves Philly. And he loves to schmooze. He is the focus of his clubs, the main man – always has been.”

As the main attraction among the fire breathers, contortionists and pierced performers of his Nocturne parties and Dracula’s Balls, past and present, Rodgers is a grand ringmaster. But a quiet one, one who holds court easily, and simply, by being himself.

Rodgers’ club events, then and now, are built on a business model of all ages, all the time. “But, as the under-21 crowd has largely disappeared at the club level, we’ve been forced to start doing some 21-plus events. As a non-drinker, I’ve never liked the idea of keeping people away from concerts because of alcohol, but that’s just the new reality.”

The all-ages vampire-inspired, Goth scene that Rodgers built and kept through to the present is filled with many, but best witnessed

by Kyle Cassidy, a West Philadelphia-based photographer with famous clients ranging from Amanda Palmer to Weird Al Yankovic.

Cassidy has documented his fascination with American gun owners in “Armed America: Portraits of Gun Owners in Their Homes,” captured tattooed veteran soldiers in “War Paint: Tattoo Culture & the Armed Forces,” and had his photos from the early days of Occupy Wall Street published in the Huffington Post and the Bluestocking Gallery.

“Without Patrick, we’d all just have been watching Cure videos on MTV’s ‘120 Minutes,’ and thinking that’s about as cool as things got,” stated Cassidy with a laugh.

As for Rodgers’ pointy fangs, a point of curiosity for most, they seem common now, as innate a part of his being as his arm or his mustache.

“My current set was done for me in the mid90s by a dentist now retired. I have very weak enamel which led to a lot of dental issues, including numerous root canals. I’d spent a lot of money with him, so while he was initially hesitant, he ultimately agreed to do them for SEE GOTH, PAGE 10

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me – after hours and off-book, of course. As for ‘why,’ that’s hard to answer beyond saying it just felt right. Some people have tattoos, some have piercings, some have other body mods. The fangs just looked and felt so natural on me, as if they were meant to be there all along.”

The moment where everything of Rodgers – street smarts, righteous indignation, sense of fair play, business acumen and fangs – were on their fullest display wasn’t during a Dracula’s Ball or a Dead Can Dance concert, but rather during the mortgage mess of 2011 when Wells Fargo Bank tried to foreclose on his house because they wanted him to carry a million dollars’ worth of insurance on an $180k home.

“They tried that, and I told them that it wasn’t happening – I’d never missed a single payment,” said Rodgers. “So I learned a lot about real estate law and sued them, while serving as my own attorney. I wound up ‘foreclosing’ on them and got a Sheriff’s Sale placed against Wells Fargo’s Philadelphia office.”

To say that the story went wildly viral on social and mass media is no exaggeration. The tale of how the little guy beat back and took on the big guy made Rodgers beloved and famous around the globe. One particular chat with CNN host Don Lemon in July 2011 featured a fanged Rodgers talking about money lenders as thieves in the temple and spouting wizened, passionate legalese as if he were Atticus Finch.

“Media outlets around the world requested my attention and I did a number of TV interviews, one of which has a million-plus views on YouTube. I wound up appearing on ‘The Colbert Report,’ which was absolutely hilarious and a wonderfully fun time. And, of course, Wells Fargo offered me a delightful settlement. Suffice to say there’s no mortgage on my house anymore.”

As far as business goes, Rodgers works with AEG, Live Nation, Cirque Du Soleil and the Pennsylvania Ballet, who have hired him to promote events that appeal to the Dancing Ferret’s core goth-vamp audience. Yes, catalog CD sales have slowed, but streaming is fantastic, and goth-industrial music is as sturdy a sales niche as any brand. Along with that comes greatly anticipated tours from legends such as a reunited Bauhaus, Dead Can Dance and My Chemical Romance, to say nothing of Dancing Ferret Concerts’ Front 242 show at Underground Arts this September.

When I ask if mermaids and dragons were any sort of replacement for vampires when writing his novel, “Even Goblins Get the Blues,” Rodgers stopped me and stated that he never felt any sense of obligation to make his debut by writing about vampires.

“The subject I chose resonated with me for a number of reasons, not the least of which being that I felt that fantasy was how we viewed our idealized selves: bold, heroic,

brave, legendary,” said the author. “And yet one of fantasy’s foundational tropes, whether in stories or games, is this idea of slaughtering intelligent beings at will simply because they are different, stealing everything they own, and then heading off to the local tavern to brag about it. Our fantasy heroes see goblins as ‘monsters,’ but, one imagines that goblins see our heroes as monsters, too. I wanted people to think about how quickly we rationalize or excuse any atrocity as long as it’s committed against someone sufficiently different from us.”

As for tackling the matter of mental health in such a manner, Rodgers claimed that placing a lone therapist in a fantasy world where psychology effectively doesn’t exist allows the book to examine basic questions such as ethics, confidentiality, and what an actual therapy session looks like, even if the patient is a minotaur. “This may result in some readers who have viewed therapy with hesitation to consider giving it a try,” said Rodgers. “I’m also a big believer in empathy and cultural engagement, and exploring the question of why we view others as ‘monsters’ gives ample opportunity to show those virtues in action.”

As for going forward, Rodgers said that he’d love to guide Dracula’s Ball to its hundredth iteration, that he’ll take on new ventures and keep traveling the world as he has the last few years. He’d love to do an international hip-hop festival here in Philly and bring in bands from all over the world.

“With every lawsuit I’m involved in, there’s always someone encouraging me to become a lawyer. If a new distribution partner came along to take over from Amazon Prime, a second season of my talk show, ‘Interviewed by a Vampire,’ would not be out of the question.

I think I spent enough of my life on an island where there was such a small set of possibilities that part of me wants to try as many things as I realistically can succeed.”

And as for the fascination with all that is vampirism – legend and present day – and how has it changed Patrick Rodgers’ life for the better, he claimed that it has helped to shape and reinforce his belief that generally, hostility and war are things that happen between governments, whereas individual humans tend to be more open and welcoming.

“Going to North Korea, Iran, Cuba and other places as an American is something people might consider noteworthy, but going there as an American vampire is a bat of a different color. I hope others will think that if a freaky dude with fangs and a trench coat is treated well by people in his travels, then surely other Americans would also be welcome in those countries. Another benefit is that some people tend to underestimate me once they look up my photo. Being taken lightly has been a tremendous asset to me both in business and in court. By the time people figure out that they should have been taking me seriously, I’ve usually gotten what I wanted.”

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Meet the North Philly R&B artist

orth Philadelphia’s Tre Murrell instrument playing. I’m what you would call is not only a rising R&B artist, an all-around spirit. but an overall entertainer. At a When I’m around others, I make sure I’m young age he also jumped into bringing my sound to the air and not a mirdancing and acting. But now, es- ror. When I’m in the studio, I’m my biggest pecially with his newest studio critic. I make sure I’m getting everything out production, “Do U,” his focus is that I heard while I was writing it and then go into having fun and finding new tricks in the on becoming the future of R&B. booth. I’m very hard on myself, but that’s just Murrell gained popularity as a teen after releasing his first viral social media hit video because I know I can do better, just the drive in me.

“Hit It For Me One Time.” At one point, he had I’m carving out a unique niche in the inmore than 80,000 followers on Vine.

After that, Murrell began to host events in dustry by studying those who came before me. the tri-state area and became a social media Making sure I’m in the loop of what’s needed to know about the singers and performers that personality.

Eventually, though, he decided to focus on I look up to.

You just released “Do U.” Talk a little bringing life to modern R&B and using his creativity and talent to shift the urban culture. about how it came together. What inspired you? What has the response been?

Murrell’s “Do U” captures that What inspired me to write “Do U” R&B heartfelt sound with a new 2020 was a feeling of not knowing if these tempo added and is available on YouBY EUGENE women feel the same way I do. The Tube.

ZENYATTA way I feel about her, does she feel the PW recently caught up to Murrell same? Before I get in too deep, does to talk about his music and how the she feel the way I do? city has impacted his career.

The response on the song has been nothing How has living in North Philadelphia impacted your music and your career? How but great feedback so far, it’s one of those relatable tracks. does your music reflect living here?

When you’re not in the studio or turning Living in North Philadelphia held a big impact on my career just by seeing things around out videos, what do you like to do? Tell our me – such as viewing the less fortunate every readers a little about yourself when you’re day, friends not making it past 25 and seeing not in the music spotlight.

In my spare time, I love to link with other a whole bunch of rappers where I come from. creators and create. From time to time, I have The first thing my culture looks at when you put North Philly and music together is these small events where local creatives come rap. So I’m just grateful to bring a different together and vibe out to their favorite song or make one from scratch. I also love to link with style to the table. friends and go down to the gym and run some I get my style and wordplay from this city. basketball.

When I say that, I mean the way I can connect What does the future hold for you? through music. All the songs I write come from the heart and every situation around me. Where do you see yourself five years from now?

Philadelphia reflects on my music a lot.

My future holds a singer that’s gonna pave It’s a crowded playing field out there for up-and-coming performing artists. What the way for anyone coming after me to get inspired and focus on sharing their gift with the sets you apart from the rest? How are you world. In five years, I see myself at my peak, carving out a unique niche in the industry?

What sets me apart from others are my selling out arenas and stamping my name on character, sound and drive. I love being billboards. Providing for my family and giving around any type of music, even if it’s just an back to the Philadelphia area.

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Growing up in Philly is hard, dehilly’s Antoine Acosta, pending on what part of the city also known as Antoine you live in. I was born and raised The Icon, started his muin Philly, so for 26 years I’ve been sical journey at the age of through it all. I was home12. His journey less with my mom and my continues today, lil brother at an early age, as he lives up

BY EUGENE living in train stations and to his motto: Go hard or go ZENYATTA barely eating. home.

Then, at the age of 8, I Antoine has five music was taken from my mom videos on the internet, as

by DHS. At 15, my mom went to jail well as a single on iTunes called “Foand I had to take care of myself and cused” and his debut album on Amamy little brother, so I did not really zon called “In Icon’s Words.” He also have a childhood. Then, at the age of has an abundance of mixtapes, post16, my mom kicked me out, and I was ers, and videos. homeless again until I found a way He has performed all over Philaout. delphia, including the Community At the age of 21, my dad was reCollege of Philadelphia, the Univerleased from prison – he was in prison sity Of Pennsylvania and more. for more than 21 years.

PW recently caught up with AnSo I basically had to teach myself toine to talk about his career and how to be a man. music.

Life is hard, but I always show the You say in your bio that you’ve skill of perseverance through any grown over the years in both charand everything I go through. When it acter and drive, due to the many comes to my career and how things struggles you’ve faced, both prowere shaped, I just put all my pain fessional and personal. How has into my music. growing up in Philly shaped your What does not kill you makes you career as a recording artist and stronger. I have learned that lesson songwriter? Talk a little about the in life. struggles you have overcome.

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Your musical journey started when you stories in my music for people to know my stowere 12. Can you talk a little about your ry. A lot of other people just rap about a fake life they never live or things they never did early musical influences and describe the but what their friends and other family mem path you’ve taken over the years?

My early influences with music started at bers got into.

When you’re not writing or recording, school. To be exact, it started at Russell Byers Charter School in the sixth grade when other what are you up to? What are your favorite hobbies? Who do you like to listen to? kids were rapping and my mom was like, “boy When I am not working on music, I’m playgo rap, that’s all I hear you say nowadays anying video games or working my job or thinkway.” ing of other ways to get ahead in life. I like From that point, it opened my world up, sports, paintball, almost anything kids like. so I started studying 50 Cent, Jay Z, Nas, T.I., I’m basically a mature Lil Wayne. I started liskid. tening to battle rappers Image | Courtesy Antoine the Icon I listen to almost any in Philly like Reed Dolartist that has more larz, Meek Mill (even to offer than just hype though he changed), Arbeats and a good music Ab, and Gillie. Over the video. I need good conyears, from sixth grade, tent, like K. Michelle, I was battling kids after Drake, J. Cole, Bryson school, or even during Tiller, Jhene Aiko and school I was performmany more. ing for people. I was just I am also up to workhungry. ing on an EP. I recently You’ve performed released a new music all over Philly. What video with a new song are some of your favor“Called Breaking The ite venues to play? How Code Remix,” featurwould you describe ing myself and Philly your Philly fans?

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Philadelphia, for CharWhat’s coming up lie Mark’s talent show, for you? New music?

University of The Arts.

More appearances, Philly fans are like the once the virus goes stock market because away? sometimes it’s a high What’s coming up for percent that likes you me is new music, new and your music, other album, new styles, new days that stock market flows. I even started crashes because Philly singing lessons so I will fans might not like the put those things to the latest music you retest. More shows ... but leased versus your old the music never stops, music. even with the virus, What sets you apart I still go out and post from the many other posters. up-and-coming perHow can people keep formers? How is your up with you? What are music different? the best social media What sets me apart and internet channels is I don’t have a team people can use to folor a hype man, it’s just low you? me studying the game and applying what I People can keep up with me by visiting learned to my music as well as my career. The these social sites: music business is 90 percent business and 10 Twitter https://twitter.com/IconFlow215 percent music. I built my own independent laInstagram www.instagram.com/antoinethbel called Elysian Gang Ent. I considered my music pain medicine as eicon Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/anwell as “relate music” because you either can toineaka.iconflow relate to what I am talking about or you know Or visit www.youtube.com/theicon2010 someone who can relate to my music. When Or just Google Antoine The Icon. it comes to pain medicine music, I put my life

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Philly gets things done Chefs, artists, musicians rally under virus threat

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ty entertainment as it’s useful, unique knowlid you ever know something beedge and news. Something’s got to remain fore, but, now you know know? sane.

What I’m hardline discoverGet well ing about a Philadelphia under Shout out to Hughe Dillion, this town’s sowretched threat of coronavirus is that its culture classes (artists, cial photographer and PhillyChitChat-er who tested positive for Covid-19 over the actor-directors, musiweekend, and is currently on rest cians) and its culinary klatches get duty, probably snapping photos of his things done.

BY A.D. toes in bed. Get well.

It’s chefs and waiters prepping AMOROSI Virtual music takeout orders and running meals Everyone’s had a taste of their facurbside. The picture of maestro Joe vorite virtual Philly musician during Cicala handing a delicate Fazzoletti the week, where livestreaming beSardi through a car window is pricecame the new normal. So far, we’ve heard less. It’s art-makers crafting virtual events from John Legend, Diplo, Lil Dave, Kurt Vile, – live, archived, workshopped, for charity or Strand of Oaks, Chris Diehm of Earth Telecomfort – Philly has its game face on. And, phone, Waxatchee, the Wally Smith + Greg that face comes with a gritty savior faire.

Hell, days after I hailed Bibou for fois gras Davis Sunday jazz brunch duo, The War on Drugs, Harmony Woods, Low Cut Connie and and escargot C19 deal meals, they’ve sold out of cassoulet dinner. Who knows how long the more. Look them up. Connie’s Instagram live Crab Galette reserves will hold out? Sacre showcases – shot via iPhone – was particularly poignant when LCC’s Adam Weiner humbleu. I’ll wear my Christian Siriano-sewn face ma-humma-grumbled, “We have to be socially mask for that takeout.

Point is, there will always be gossip and distant, but that doesn’t mean we have to be spiritually distant. ... Or culturally distant… news beyond Covid-19 for Icepack to report.

Or emotionally distant.”

I’ll continue to shed light on those doing the most interesting good as Covid-19 goes on, Webathon Something you missed if you blinked was BUT, Icepack will stay as much a place of cat-

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PHILADELPHIAWEEKLY.COM @PHILLYWEEKLY the live LoveFromPhilly “webathon” to aid Philadelphia musicians impacted by Covid-19.

Put together by Andy Hurwitz’s 30Amp.org and producer Phil Nicolo (who used his Studio 4 location to shoot and co-hosted with Lauren Hart and Schooly D), the event raised nearly $2,000. Not bad for zero notice. But the LoveFromPhilly bunch – 10 musicians, camera people, hosts – caught flak for not practicing social distancing and such. No more webathons.

I was so looking forward to Schooly singing “You’ll Never Walk Alone” (fans of the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon will appreciate my song choice). Now LoveFromPhilly will be an online hub of charity featuring pop-up performances and hosts funneled through social media channels in conjunction with 30amp.org to raise funds and distribute cash.

Streamed theater I’ll update as stageshows go up virally, but with live theater gravely affected by Covid-19, several companies have taken the reins (or an iPhone), filmed performances, and are live streaming dramatically. Or dramatically live streaming. This week, while Philly’s Paper Dolls Ensemble drops a recording of their recent “Bachelor” piss-take “Marry, Marry, Quite Image | Hoja Studio Contrary” from Plays & Players (www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xvP8kD90bI&t=1348s), Norristown’s Theatre Horizon start airing homemade, brand new educational, and impromptu solo shows on its two YouTube channels. Plus, Horizon’s artists and educators get paid $45 for 25-45 minute videos, so give what you can.

What’s up with Recess?

Remember I mentioned Ryan Dorsey, the nightlifer with previous ties to Recess Lounge, North Shore Beach Club and NOTO prepping to open Mr. Ivy at the old McFadden’s on N. 3rd by spring? Now, I’m hearing a rumor (not to be confused by Rumor, the club on Sansom) – a rumor, don’t get all-foamy at the mouth, or fall into a K hole – that Recess Lounge is set to close. The same Rumor Lounge known and loved by OC after-hour aficionados? The same Recess Lounge that made Complex Mag’s “Douchiest Bars” list (a compliment if it’s coming from Complex). The same Recess Lounge where one-time Eagle LeSean McCoy beat up a Philly police officer had to pay $55,000? That Recess Lounge. Stay tuned.

Pizza and more Just in time for C19, ahead of the curve where takeout service is the only game in town, Dan Gutter – the man behind the Pizza Gutt Instagram, its expansion into W/N W/N and Circles + Squares in Kensington (which reopened on March 14 for a spell closed) – just debuted Pizza Plus at 12th & Mifflin. He’s got fries to go with that shake, chicken parm sandwiches on Sarcone’s rolls, mega-juicy hamburgers and deep pizzas with cheesy crispy crusts. My dining spies in the health-care industry inform me Pizza Plus is primo for speed, taste and abondanza-accuracy.

Tim & Eric Temple U grads Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim – Tim & Eric – premiered their surrealistically stupid-yetcool new sitcom “Beef House” one week earlier than scheduled for stuck-at-home dorks like me. “Army Buddy Brad” takes place during an Easter Sunday egg hunt, and can be screened on Adult Swim’s website.

Saying goodbye Germantown’s Sun Ra family just lost two of its longtime members to the offshoots of Jupiter. Baritone saxophonist, flutist, Neptunian libflecto-ist, ensemble manager (to say nothing of Heiskell Street Pharoah’s Den grocery owner) Danny Ray Thompson passed away at the age of 73.

He was a beloved Arkestra member since 1967, and started recording with Ra & Co. on 1969’s “Atlantis.”

Fellow Germantown-ian Leroy Butler never played a note with the Arkestra, but he was no less important to Sun’s aesthetics. The 94-year old artist, who passed away this weekend, created Afro-conscious, space-sailing covers for 1973’s “Discipline 27-II,” 1976’s “Sun Ra And His Arkestra/Featuring Pharoah Sanders / Featuring Black Harold” and 1983’s “A Fireside Chat With Lucifer.”

If you checked out my June 2019 PW cover on Butler, you’ll find a warm conversation, choice Ra tales (like having Sun never pay Butler), and imagistic reminisces about East Tulpehocken Street, and the Germantown of his youth.

“Pen and ink, scribbling it down in pencil, then coming back and inking in the lines I wanted to keep. … I really loved that. That’s probably what saved me, kept me off the streets.”

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Damned if you do, damned if you don’t So as a small business owner in Philadelphia, I’m very concerned. Everyone is talking about now, but no one is talking about what’s to come in the months and even years from all of this. As a small restaurant in Germantown, I’m one of the 76 percent of small businesses that is negatively impacted by the shutdown of “non-essential” biz in Philly. I feel fortunate for all the wrong reasons. My sister and I run the shop and have only one employee, we have very little overhead and our brick and mortar is owned by the family.

However, this business is more than a passion, it’s a way for two sisters to stay in touch and for us to showcase good, healthy food options for our customers.

We’ve been home and done some online sales, but with the configuration of our restaurant, we can’t offer a window and our takeout has suffered as we don’t have a delivery driver. This is something I know small biz owners like me never envisioned, because if we did, I’m sure with how much impact this has caused, we’d all be better prepared.

I left a well-paying job to go out on my own and now, yeah, I’m kicking myself as though I would’ve been giving up my soul, I at least would have job security. I’m not asking for a handout, but I’d love some good karma come our way.

I hope everyone stays safe and happy through this tough time.

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THE SHOUT OUT

– Melissa L. | Germantown

Sick from being blue collar I respectfully disagree with the notion that construction is essential in any way shape or form to help combat the Covid-19 virus. Equally disingenuous is the idea that not working right now is somehow “disappointing” or working in this environment is a “good thing.”

I understand that my opinion is not widely held, but it seems like this decision is based purely on economics and it does not take the health and welfare of our people, the people actually going out and risking exposure, into consideration and that is just wrong. It is selfish to put our workers and their families at risk.

We are not the ones out there, and to be honest, if you needed me onsite, you would be sorely disappointed because I am not taking any unnecessary risks. I don’t even want our own people to report back to the office after having been out.

It has been my opinion for weeks now that the only acceptable solution is complete shutdown. Everyone, all at the same time, for the same amount of time, for however long it takes. That eliminates the stress of making decisions that are not in the best interest of people, because someone somewhere is only thinking about money.

Yes, there is an economic price to pay, but, in my opinion, it is far less than the economic price we will pay by doing this piecemeal. Whether you believe it or not, we are all going to end up closed anyway and with far more sick people thereby delaying recov-

ery. Think about the idea that if everyone is closed together and then opened together, we would all be happy to be back to work, feeling normal and productive. We would all have work ready to do and we are ready to do it.

The economy would be running at full throttle quickly.

I do not expect anyone to take this seriously because, after all, it does not make short-term economic sense, but then that is the problem, isn’t it? Instead, we will drag this out longer and make it far more painful in every conceivable way. I am not happy about sending our people out to work in this environment, but I don’t feel like I have any choice because we are unwilling to make the hard decisions that may cost money.

To that end, if your sites are going to be open and you undoubtedly expect us to continue working, I will need a specific plan that I can share with our people that will, to the greatest possible extent, ensure their safety. I am not talking about “if you don’t feel well go home” or “make sure you wash your hands.”

I’m talking about real ideas that can keep the virus from spreading. We must rethink scheduling right now. If we are on your site, do not allow anyone else or any other contractor in the area we are in. I want the greatest possible reduction in risk. This may seem like a lot to ask, but I think you are already asking too much.

Editor’s note: Construction was considered a “non-essential” business in Philadelphia on March 20.

– Malton J. Moore | Philadelphia

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On Monday, city and state officials issued a stay at home order “until further notice” due to Covid-19. Our question is, given how many people are still out and about in groups, what’s it going to take to have people take this seriously?

Send your thoughts to voices@philadelphiaweekly.com

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PHILLY ON LOCKDOWN As of Monday, the city and state issued a stay-at-home warning reinforcing what we all should have been doing in the first place. That’s meant a lot more conversation on Twitter. We’ve compiled and will dispatch some of the best nuggets here. Have a tweet you want to see added here? Tag us.

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My friend, an infectious disease expert in #Philadelphia just texted me that they are still only testing high-priority groups, to avoid overwhelming the system and depleting PPE supplies.

Supplies are starting to run low, and masks are being reused. @GuyGrossman At my office this morning here in #Philly. My job is considered “essential” in “maintaining sustainability” as I’m in property management. But it is kinda crazy out there. #MondayMorning #COVID19 #Philadelphia @Seven_Soldiers

We need to 3D print all these #N95masks. Any local area #Philadelphia #3Dprinters want to help make #3DprintersN95masks a thing, let me know and I’ll get you all in touch with the right people/orgs/hospitals. #Philly #COVID19 #Coronavirus @AragoncilloPHL

Know someone who needs a job during this pandemic? Domino’s Pizza says it wants to hire some 700 people to work in the #Philly region #coronavirus #recession2020 @James_McGinnis You know who a real champ is? Every person who stays home like an adult and doesn’t help spread C-19 because they’re not assholes who need to see cherry blossoms, a beach, a playground, or not observe social distancing. #Philly #COVIDIOTS #lockdown @photolopeimages

One of my @Wharton MBA professors is lecturing while simultaneously feeding his toddler. Never misses a beat.

Every now and again, the little girl waves at the camera and students wave right back. It’s incredibly heartwarming. #InThisTogether #Philly @JSonsalla

Thank you @RdgTerminalMkt for continuing to keep us fed and healthy.

Your #leadership has been outstanding and #Philly knows it can count on you!! @LittleKurisco #philly currently feel like something out of that #sandrabullock @netflix movie #birdlbox...blind. The stay-athome order went into effect at 8 a.m. today. It’s super silent, everything is closed,… @Ramillionaire84

folks were evicted from center city encampments today. despite the ‘stay at home’ order. despite having nowhere safe to go. #Philly #harmreduction #homelessness #COVID19 @ShosiAronwitz

PLEASE RT: Incarcerated people and jail workers need your pressure on @ PhilaCourts right now. The jails AREN’T getting smaller: on 3/19 there were 4446 people incarcerated in #philly. On 3/22 4432 people. Write and call NOW to #bringthemhome #COVID19 mediamobilizing.org/call-the-court… @PhillyWeRise

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A list of things to do while mandated not to do anything Consider the following podcasts….

SEX with Timaree

We’re partial because she’s a regular contributor to PW, but also because she’s got a great podcast to boot. Schmit (“Dr. Schmit, if you’re feeling nasty”), dives into all things sex with a collection of guests ranging from certified sex doctors like herself, to burlesque dancers. Think of this one as the sex ed class we all wished we had before hitting college and realizing we don’t know a damn thing about just how awesome “doing it,” can truly be. | sexwithtimaree.com/subscribe-on-itunes/

UNTOLD with Mike Adam

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The Philly Blunt Podcast

It’s always soccer in Philadelphia

Mike Adam is the Philly-based DJ for Manhattan’s WNEW (102.7-FM) radio station. Late last year, Adam made a really good passion project out of telling the stories of America’s homeless population and trying to convey the personalities that coincide. These stories go into great detail and accurately portray that, for many Americans, being a person experiencing homelessness and despair is anything but a choice. | https://tunein. com/podcasts/Storytelling-Podcasts/UNTOLD-WithMike-Adam-p1288237

We’re fans of the hosts, but it’s the guests who make this one. From former drug kingpin George Martorano to a professional cuddler, this podcast doesn’t care much about social norms, constraints or subscribing to group think of any kind. Which, as you can guess, is right up our alley. | stitcher.com/podcast/greg-caputo/ the-philly-blunt

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Street art curator Conrad Benner and his Instagram page have flowed into an equally interesting pod filled with not just artists, but movers and shakers within the city. Our personal favorite was one from last season when profound insight into the inner workings of City Hall arrived from council member Helen Gym. However, Benner is celebrating season No. 3 and his latest guest is HAHA mag founder and art historian Ginger Rudolph. | streetsdept.com/podcast-season-3/

Actually it’s not thanks to Covid-19 but it’s without question a 45-minute think tank about the Union, MLS and world soccer. It’s happening every week whether they play or not, and if you know the sport and you know Philly, you’re in for a treat. Hosted by Kevin Kinkead, this pod actually was voted among the best sports blogs in Philadelphia. | art19.com/shows/its-always-soccer-inphiladelphia

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@HSWStreets | Instagram

We’ve been hyping street photographer Heidi Wiley for a while now, and during the outbreak we see this as an appropriate time more than ever to let you know that we’ve been following Wiley since the beginning and her photos of life in Philadelphia are some of the best we’ve seen anywhere. Give her a follow. You just might get inspired to dust off your camera. | instagram. com/hsw_streets/

What we’re digging on social media... @Covidelphia | Instagram

The Philly Captain | YouTube

@Picsofppacarsparkedillegally | Instagram

Things Found in Walls |

A look at life – and the lack, thereof – in Philadelphia thanks to the coronavirus. The images aren’t fancy, but it offers what it’s calling a “visual time capsule” of life as we know it with the virus. It’s young and looking for submissions, so if you have a good depiction, follow this page and tag what you’re seeing as we all collectively wait in place to see what the future holds. | instagram.com/covidelphia/

We especially love this page because it makes a point to call out the city’s most beguiled agency. It’s a daily dose of irony featuring PPA cars parked illegally, to the fact that the authority is still ticketing and booting even though its leader, Scott Petri, informed city residents that both would be held off at kiosks, meters and residential areas during the shutdown. | instagram.com/ picsofppacarsparkedillegally/

The most Philly dude out there. We love this guy who, for the past five years, takes us around to the Philadelphia many of us forgot exists and shows us all the shenanigans that take place. His most recent video is looking at life under the EL in the age of corona. Cops are kicking people in encampments out who have nowhere to go and shelter in place. It’s a conundrum that Cap conveys expertly. | youtube.com/channel/UCN_nfTW6C5G0cufi7l8tf7A

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It’s an invitation-only Facebook group, but admittance is light and content is pretty eye-opening. Like the guy who found a slew of honeycombs in the floorboards of his new house to the guy who moved into his new home and found a copy of “The Anarchist’s Cookbook” in his basement, this list is interesting and somewhat disturbing at the same time. | facebook.com/groups/621567838362729/

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Bert Kreischer: Hey Big Boy | Netflix

We honestly thought this comedian and his shirtless act would get tired following his first special, but the second one is just as funny, and you can get past his less than perfect physique because you’ll be too busy laughing at his depiction of life as he knows it. Kreischer is actually one of a number of new stand-up comedic acts Netflix released just this month.

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Hillary | Hulu

Onward | Amazon Prime

Peaky Blinders | Netflix

Mind Field | YouTube Originals

A documentary on the 2016 presidential campaign of Hillary Clinton as she fought to become the first woman in office. We all know the result, but knowing the story provides pretty good insight into how these things work – behind the scenes. This also provides a look into life as the Clintons during this time and yes, husband and former president Bill Clinton’s infidelity still somehow manages to surface, because, why not?

Compelling and visually accurate, we’re watching this one with interest as a good period crime drama is hard to find. Without giving too much away, it’s all about control between a series of British mafia families and the push-pull with the government. The plot of this show and its main star in Tommy Shelby (actor Cillian Murphy) is still riveting, six seasons later.

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Like Frozen II, Disney released this one early, most likely for all the parents suffering from having to work a full-time job full of emails from nagging co-workers with screaming kids in the background. It’s for purchase now, but with a little patience you’ll be able to rent this one, and for those with Disney+ it’ll be the next new thing before you know it.

Before social distancing was a thing, YouTube director Michael Stevens quarantined himself for three full days to see what it was like. With no tech, clocks or things to really do, Stevens’ chronicling of just how lonely isolation can be puts a great deal into perspective and that we can hunker down in front of a TV or our smartphones to pass this shitty time in American history.

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HUNGRY? Virus can’t keep you from great food

Restaurants and bars throughout Philly are battling through the coronavirus and all of the restrictions that come with it. To help both them and you – our hungry readers – PW has a few things working: Online at philadelphiaweekly.com you will find a long, long list of restaurants and what they’re offering during the ordered shutdown of dining in. Since the rules and business climate seemingly change on a daily basis, we encourage you to, first, check it out, and, second, call the restaurant to make sure it still is offering these specials and services. If you want to be added to the list, send an email to mail@ philadelphiaweekly.com.

PW is offering incredible online advertising opportunities for restaurants and businesses.

They can take advantage of our reach online and through social media, such as Instagram, to reach thousands of our readers who are stuck inside their homes, but still want a good meal. Email sales@ philadelphiaweekly to find out how you can get your message out.

Finally, below is a sampling of some of the restaurants and businesses that have reached out to us with offers and deals they’re offering. Again, please check the websites and call the venues to learn more, as many also have merchandise and gift card offers.

The Olde Bar: theoldebar.com

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Mei Mei: meimeiphilly.com

will be offering takeout and curbside orders through calling the restaurant and Grubhub. Full menu available 4pm.-10pm.

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STARR Restaurants: starr-restaurants.com

Talula’s Table: talulastable.com

is open from 7am -5pm every day and offering an assortment of custom pick-up items, as well as a gourmet shopping experience where the guests can call or come in. The shop allowed only 10 guests in the space at a time. Guests are encouraged to call ahead.

Café Ynez: cafeynez.com

the Mexico City-inspired all-day café in Point Breeze, has expanded its delivery and pickup availability to Caviar, GrubHub and Eat Street, as well as calling in an order for pickup. Patrons can enjoy delicious fare Mondays through Saturdays between 11 am and 9 pm, and Sunday from 11 am to 4 pm.

MilkBoy Chestnut St: milkboyphilly.com MilkBoy South St: milkboysouthstreet.com

offer delivery for lunch and dinner. Features include a local favorite, the Hangover Burger ($16) with Thai chili mayo, grilled onion, bacon, egg, American cheese, and pickled peppers, Wings ($13) with a choice of sauces such as buffalo and BBQ, and a Caulisteak Sandwich ($12) with cauliflower, mushrooms, Tommy sauce, and American Cheese.

Rex 1516: rex1516.com

the restaurant and bar on South Street, offers its entire menu of elevated Southern cuisine on Caviar daily from 3 to 9 pm, as well as the Rex 1516 Family Dinner.

Urban Farmer: urbanfarmerrestaurant.com

located on Logan Circle, offers lunch and dinner featuring some of their signature dishes. Patrons can order a Filet ($44) for delivery during lunch and dinner.

Jet Wine Bar: jetwinebar.com

The Twisted Tail: thetwistedtail.com

Philadelphia’s “global vineyard” located on South Street, offers a newly expanded and vast selection of natural wines, dynamic reds, whites, and rosés. It will be serving to-go wines and snacks.

bartaco: bartaco.com

known for upscale street food inspired by Southern California and Brazil and Uruguay, is offering delivery and takeout (with curbside pickup).

Visit philadelphiaweekly.com for the entire list.

Headhouse Square’s Southern-inspired restaurant, bar, and juke-joint, has added pick-up and expanded delivery. Patrons can call to order for pick-up in addition to a newly added free delivery option within a three-mile radius. Guests can order for both options between noon and 10 pm. The Twisted Tail is also available on Uber Eats.

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Holing Up Q: My question is on managing “gray area” health-care providers get infected, they tend intimacies during the pandemic. I have a lovto get sicker than the average person who gets er/friend that I’ve been hanging out with – infected, according to CNN, which is somefucking, drinking tea, going on hikes, eating thing else you need to factor into your risk/ ice cream, watching movies, and other activibenefit calculation. Additionally, does your ties – for about nine months. He’s 36 boyfriend’s workplace – I’m going to and was married for 10 years, and call him your boyfriend for clarity’s due to that experience he’s been a sake – have the protective gear he bit emotionally “boundaried,” but needs to minimize his risk of expohe’s still really sweet and a good sure? communicator. I’m in grad school “We’re all doing our best to take doing a double masters, so the small as many preventive steps to lower amount of time we’ve been spendour risk of being exposed,” said Dr. ing together has worked well for me.

Summers, “but there’s still a madHere’s the issue: he’s also an ER deningly unacceptable shortage of doctor. Do I keep seeing him during personal protective equipment like this pandemic? I just moved to the masks, gowns and gloves nationcity where we both live for my grad wide. I hope he has sufficient access program and he’s my main source to these things. But is there a risk for connection, comfort and support he could get exposed to the virus at here. Every time I see him, we both work? Definitely.” @FAKEDANSAVAGE feel tremendously less stressed and Dr. Summers lives with his husour connection feels emotionally band and four children, and in adhealthy. I just know he is bound to dition to the precautions he takes at be at a huge risk for exposure and since he’s work – where he may be seeing patients with not a committed partner and we don’t live to- coronavirus (he doesn’t know for sure because gether, I don’t know if he falls within or out- tests still aren’t available) – Dr. Summers side of my physical distancing boundary. It strips down to his underwear on his front seems like the best thing to do from a logisti- porch of his home when he gets home from cal perspective is hole up with my cat and not work. His clothes go straight into the washing see another soul in person until a vaccine is machine, he goes straight into the shower. invented or something, “I’m still afraid of but I don’t know when bringing it home,” said that will happen.

Dr. Summers. “But with – Physical Distancing four kids home from Do’s And Don’ts school, my husband’s “This is really a sanity depends on my matter of a personal being present as much risk/benefit calculaas I can. So for me, staytion,” said Dr. Daniel ing away isn’t an option.

Summers, a pediatrician That’s not the case for who lives and works PDDAD. She has to denear Boston. “What PDcide whether the undeDAD is willing to accept finable risk of exposure as a risk may be different isn’t worth it. Or, alterfrom what someone else would.” natively, she can decide the connection she And there’s definitely a health benefit to has with him is important enough to her own getting together – we are social animals and well-being that the risk is worth it. But only isolation is bad for us – but your lover is at she can make that decision for herself.” high risk of infection. And when front-line If you decide the risk of infection is too

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great – or if your boyfriend decides the risk of infecting you is too great – you can still be there for each other. You can Skype and Zoom, you can text and sext, you can leave groceries on his porch and wave to him from the sidewalk. But if you decide to keep connecting with each other in person, PDDAD, you should minimize the amount of time you spend moving through the city to get to each other’s places. And that means – emotional boundaries be damned – picking one of your apartments to hole up in together for the duration.

You can follow Dr. Summers on Twitter @ WFKARS and you can read him at Slate’s Outward.

Q: I’m pro sex workers, and believe adults should do whatever they consent to, but I’m curious if that applies during the current panthey tenddemic. I know of a sex worker who’s still offern who getsing himself to clients, who is some-are apparently still hiring your risk/him. (He regularly posts does yourhis exploits on certain som going tocial media sites.) Should r clarity’sthe authorities be made e gear heaware of this? k of expo- – Just Concerned If the authorities est to takewant to start rounding s to lowerup reckless idiots who ,” said Dr.are endangering others, ill a mad-JC, the beaches of Florida hortage of might be a good place to ment likestart. Or the Oval Office. es nation-And if your first impulse ent accessis to involve the authoriere a riskties then you aren’t “pro sex workers,” JC, behe virus atcause the authorities – particularly the police – are a danger to sex workers. h his hus- Instead of calling the cops, reach out to this and in ad-guy on those social media sites and encourage he takes athim to see his clients virtually, i.e. instead of ients withface-to-face (or face-to-whatever) meetings, he re becauseshould go full camwhore for the time being.

SummersSo if you want to help, JC, and not just police his frontor shame, you should hire this guy to do an ome fromonline session. (And everyone should bear in e washingmind that sex workers are suffering right now ower. too because most are being responsible and afraid of not seeing clients. Their incomes have plumme,” saidmeted to zero and they aren’t eligible for un“But withemployment benefits.) me from Q: I’m a queer poly woman and I have a husband’stwo-part question about sexting/Skype sex. I s on mydidn’t used to think twice about shooting off as mucha nude or a nasty text in my 20s and I’ve nevme, stay-er had qualms about casual relations. But for an option.me there has always needed to be a baseline case forof friendship. After getting burned a bunch has to de-of times – especially by straight men (queers the unde-and other genders are generally way kinder) – exposureI just wasn’t feeling it anymore. Fast forward Or, alter-a few years, after doing a lot of work I started ection shefeeling myself again. o her own I started talking with a man that I’d met But onlythrough mutual friends and flirted with a lf.” little in the past. I was upfront with him and ion is tootold him I would be down to get dirty again

sometime but needed to build up some form of friendship first. He enthusiastically agreed and started talking to me about this and that every other day or so. We were talking about meeting up when the coronavirus lockdown happened and now my libido has shot through the roof.

We ended up exchanging photos and got off on FaceTime together. After that, crickets. I would send an innocuous question and get a two-word response. I feel really disrespected and used but at the same time I can see how he doesn’t owe me anything. I was in a similar situation like this before where a man told me that, no matter what, he wanted our friendship to be a priority and then ghosted me immediately after we slept together.

My questions: What can I do in the future to avoid this sort of situation? And, while we’re all in lockdown, do you have any advice on how to be hot over video when you’re generally a clumsy spaz?

– Female Resents Insincere Efforts Necessitating Deceit Unfortunately, FRIEND, there’s no surefire way to prevent people from lying to you about being friends in order to get into your pants – virtually or eventually – or to prevent them from changing their minds about being friends once they’ve gotten into your pants. (The former is more likely, but the latter does happen.) Your only options are relying on your bullshit detectors to weed out people you think might be playing you and getting better at shrugging off, blocking, and forgetting the dishonest people who manage to get past your bullshit detectors.

As for tips about being hot on Zoom or FaceTime or Fox Nation or whatever, I’m afraid I can’t help you there, FRIEND, as I am the clumsiest spaz that ever spazzed. I hate having my photo taken, and if a room is dark enough for me to feel comfortable getting naked in it, it’s usually too dark for someone else to see me – whether they’re in the same room with me or sitting in front of a computer on the other side of the world. But someone who’s more at ease in front of the camera (and with whom I’m currently quarantined) tells me that slightly dimmed lighting is better than harsh lighting, leaving something on is hotter than taking it all off, and – if you want to maintain your anonymity – keeping your face and any identifying tattoos out of the shot is a good idea. www.savagelovecast.com

“As for tips about being hot on Zoom or FaceTime or Fox Nation or whatever, I’m afraid I can’t help you there, FRIEND, as I am the clumsiest spaz that ever spazzed.”

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Large studio $1275 Large Studio Apartment Home – Midtown Center City 201 S 13th St. Key features: Bedrooms: Studio, Bathrooms: 1 Bath, Lease Duration: 1 Year, Deposit: $500, Pets Policy: Cats & Dogs OK, Laundry: Shared, Floor: 10th, 1Studio Bedroom ~1 Bath, unit. Vinyl Laminate flooring, with carpeted bedroom. Kitchen nook, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Heat: baseboard heating, Update Kitchen, Granite Countertops, Hardwood floor pmcpropertygroup. com/properties/walnut-square-apartments

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Huge roof deck $3295 / 2br - 1222ft2 - Center City’s newest HIGH END LUXURY APTS workout rooms HUGE ROOF DECK Logan Square is the home of Center City’s newest premier Luxury apartment building. Amenities include an impressive, huge rooftop deck with stunning views and fully furnished.

Real on-site fitness workout rooms on several floors, where you can get a complete workout without paying for pricey gyms. Basketball court. Beautifully designed lounge area. 24/7 doorman services and property management contact on site. What’s around? Center City’s top dining and shopping districts are all within a short walk away.

Easy commuting? Suburban station is only 2 blocks away!

Various layouts available and offered. All feature the same high-end finishes throughout: Bright and contemporary interior. Hardwood floors in the living area. Carpeted bedrooms. Fully equipped kitchens with top brand stainless steel appliances, granite counters, breakfast bars and wooden cabinetry. Tiled bathrooms with great fixtures.

Washer and dryer in every unit. High-efficiency air and heat systems. Cable and internet ready. One to three bedrooms, some with private balconies and stunning views.

(215) 327-1552.

Midtown Philly $2205 / 2br - 754ft2 - 2 Bedroom Midtown Center City. 1 Bedroom Apartment home with Hardwood Floors; Central Heating; Central Cooling; Microwave; Building Features Laundry On-Site. Known for its popular restaurants and nightlife spots, Midtown Philadelphia is a fun and exciting place to live. Just steps away from some of Philadelphia’s best culinary experiences, you will revel in the hustle and bustle of Center City life! Rental Features: Living room, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Microwave, Heat: forced air, Central A/C, Double pane / Storm windows, Cable-ready, Hardwood floor. Community features: Vintage building, Elevator, Near transportation, 1 year Lease; Tenant pays electricity (cost of heating water); Tenant pays water. http://pmcpropertygroup.com/properties

Available now

$2195 / 3br - 1075ft2 - CENTER CITY AREA 3bd 1ba AVAILABLE NOW!. This 3 bedroom 1 bathroom apartment is currently available for rent. This is a 12 month lease available for immediate move-in. This house is very spacious, has storage in the basement, and backyard area with a deck.

The spacious living area is separate from kitchen and also has a kitchen island that serves as an eating area. The house has Central air and the in-unit washer and dryer will be installed before move in. Great Natural Light, Hardwood Floors, Central Air/Central heat, Garbage Disposal, Dishwasher, Large Backyard/Deck Area. c8c24fb897c33eb5be7044ae400bab91@hous.craigslist.org

Cozy cottage

Gym, spa, more

$1795 / 1br - 800ft2 - Cozy 1 bedroom Cottage in Center City. Sweet cottage with shared private patio. Kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, dishwasher, disposal and gas stove and oven. Washer and dryer in basement, as well as storage space. Working fireplace in living room. Original refinished wood floors throughout. Tiled full bathroom. Perfect for couples, or a single person. Attentive and local landlord. \Steps away from Ave of the Arts, public transportation and shopping.

Gas, electric and wifi separate. First, last and 1 month security deposit as well as referrals required. Some furnishing may be available upon agreement with landlord.

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$1495 / 634ft2 - The new building management had upgraded and elevated this impressive complex. All new lobby entrance, gym & spa and a one of a kind outdoor area.

Extremely walkable location. Also ideal for commuting in and out of the city. The building features include a state of the art health and fitness center, residents’ lounges, 24-hour concierge, private lavishly landscaped courtyard with a doggy park and BBQ areas. Parking garage available for an affordable monthly fee. Fully equipped kitchen with all the main, stainless steel appliances: Large refrigerator, electric stove & range, dishwasher, and a microwave oven.

2 full tiled baths. Granite counters and wooden cabinetry.

Washer and dryer unit in the apartment. Central air. Internet and cable ready. Pets allowed, cats & dogs, with some restrictions and a one time fee. Located on Broad St and Washington Ave. Subway and bus lines right outside the building. A short walking distance from Center City and Rittenhouse, the Italian Market and Passyunk Square. Special offer: Total of only 1 month’s rent and $500 to move in.

First month and $500 security deposit. (215) 546-6000

Beekman Place $1995 / 1br - 825ft2 - Beekman Place is a center city gem.

Recently renovated 1 bedroom + Den. FREE MONTH ON A 12+ MONTHS LEASE! Beekman Place is a center city gem.

Recently renovated 1 bedroom + Den (Loft) / 1.5 baths, beautiful by-level unit. All utilities included in rent and central air! Washer/dryer in unit, Stainless Steel Appliances, nearby fitness center open to residents 24/7. It boasts a superior location, an undeniable charm, a wide variety of attractive apartment layouts, unmatched security, a most attentive management company and even an interesting past. Each unit has its own uniqueness and flair. There are just 40 units, making it a very manageable and comfortable size. Just 2.5 blocks from the square itself, Beekman Place is on a quiet residential tree-lined street. Central Air Main Floor Laundry Stainless Steel Appliances Pets Allowed Hardwood floors. d010bb40be8b32d387330f7f5f22c4de@hous.craigslist.org

Furnished $3000 / 2br - 1200ft2 - 2 bedroom/1 Bathroom Furnished Center City (Washington Square West 10th and Chestnut) #503 W is a 2 bedroom 1 bath approximately 1200 sq ft.

This home features large windows, modern kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances, granite countertops; top quality wood cabinetry, central air/heat (w/ individual climate control), hardwood floors, spacious closets, washer/dryer in unit, recessed lighting and high ceilings throughout. Enjoy luxury living in the historic landmark building, located in the heart of the Washington Square West neighborhood of Philadelphia offers a sophisticated and convenient lifestyle for metropolitan working professionals, international travelers and those in the entertainment and production industries. Features: Modern, fully-equipped kitchens, Onsite laundry, Hardwood flooring, Electronic entry, Hot/cold water included in rent. Amenities: Gym, Keyless entry, Two elevators, Lobby, 24 hour resident services desk, Fitness Center.

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North 9th $1800 / 2br - 862ft2 - Amazing Condo unit for Rent at 111 N. 9th St in Center City. Amazing 2-bedrooms, 2-full baths condo in desirable Center City/Chinatown. Located on the 5th Floor at the Newly constructed Pearl Condominium, it features 2 bedrooms, large living room,spacious kitchen and modern bath. Within short walking distance to Art Gallery, Convention Center, the famous Reading Terminal, Hahnemann/Jefferson hospitals, and Greyhound bus/ train stations. Beautiful common areas and secured entrance make this a great place to live. The monthly rent includes water. Prospect tenant pays a $200 move-in fee.

Convenient parking is available behind the building. Available immediately. Come take a look at and you will love it.

Proof of income required. $50 credit history checked and processing fee. $1800 per month plus electric. Please contact Kin# 267-912-7888.

High rise $1545 / 1br - 12th fl. 1 bedroom center city high rise Parkway House Apartments. Fairmount Park’s close proximity to the Rodin, Barnes Foundation, and Philadelphia Museum of Art allow ultimate access to world-renowned points of cultural interest, while Kelly Drive, Boathouse Row, and the Schuylkill River Park provide areas for rowing, biking, and running. Tree-lined streets, a small neighborhood feel, and cultural activities make Fairmount Park a highly desirable neighborhood! Features: Fully-equipped kitchens, Card-operated laundry in the building, Hardwood floors available, Cable-ready, High-speed Internet, Heat, water, and cooking gas included. Amenities: Resident lounge featuring WiFi, comfortable couches, flatscreen TVs, ping pong, and billiards, Fully-equipped fitness center featuring cardio equipment, free weights, and strength-training machines, Rooftop deck, Community patio, Newly renovated lobby with WiFi , On-site Parkway Corner Deli, Freight elevator, Bike storage with tool stand and bike pump, On-site parking available, Pet friendly. 6c8e7c97a67f3371bff2b3c9e7ac73af@hous.craigslist.org

Market Street $1000 / 1br - 2121 Market Street Center City Philadelphia.

2121 Market Street Center City Philadelphia offers the region’s best shopping, restaurants, and cultural experiences. Home to the Rittenhouse Square, Logan Square, and City Hall districts, Center City is the perfect choice for those looking to work or attend school in the city. FEATURES: Fully-equipped modern kitchens with breakfast bar Washer and dryer in unit.floor Hardwood floors High ceilings and expansive windows with natural lighting Cable-ready High-speed Internet High-efficiency, individually controlled A/C and heat AMENITIES: Resident sky box with state-of-the-art fitness center and resident lounge North and south roof decks offering breathtaking city views 24/7 front-desk attendant Elevator On-site Trader Joe’s Secured entry and controlled building access Pet friendly SERVICES: 24-hour front desk attendant 24-hour emergency maintenance Package-acceptance service Online resident portal featuring rent payments and work order entry for your convenience NEIGHBORHOOD: Local attractions include Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia Museum of Art, The Franklin Institute, Walnut Street Shopping, and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway Local universities include Drexel University, University of Pennsylvania, and Thomas Jefferson University Rittenhouse Square Park Farmer’s Market, Parc, Rouge, Dandelion, Garces Trading Company, El Vez, and Sampan offer exceptional dining within a few blocks Easy access to Market East SEPTA station and SEPTA bus routes, routes I-95 and 76 Beautiful, light-filled 1 bedroom at 2121 Market – great location!

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BELLA VITA AT PACKER PARK Offers a Beautiful Life

LEARN MORE AT BELLAVITAATPACKERPARK.COM 11 TOWNHOMES | 16 CONDOMINIUMS | 1 INTIMATE COMMUNITY

Nestled in one of the most sought-after South Philadelphia neighborhoods, Bella Vita at Packer Park offers 3 styles: A: Townhomes ONLY 3 AVAILABLE 5 beds, 4 1/2 baths, 2 car garage, private elevator, 2 private decks, fireplace, tax abatement

B: Townhomes 8 AVAILABLE 4 beds, 3 1/2 baths, 2 car garage, private elevator, 2 private decks, tax abatement

C: Condos 16 AVAILABLE 2 beds, 2 baths, 1 parking space per unit, common elevator, common roof deck, tax abatement

DELIVERY DATE APPROXIMATELY WINTER 2020

FOR PRICING & INFO CALL:

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                                                                                                                                               

                                                                                                                                                            

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