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25 O'Clock

by Dan Drago
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  • Philly Music Fest 2026 Playlist

    October 13, 2026 · 56 min

    It's one of the best weeks of the year in Philadelphia. It is Philly Music Fest! The fest celebrates its 10th year this year, and the 2026 lineup is all killer, no filler.  But how does one prepare themselves for 7 nights of…

  • Liam Wilson (Dillinger Escape Plan)

    September 29, 2026 · 1 hr 20 min

    It's Philly Music Fest time again, and this year, Dan had one major interview on his wishlist: The Dillinger Escape Plan. Thankfully, Dan got his wish, and he and DEP bassist Liam Wilson have an indepth conversation about Liam's early days…

  • Grace Gardner

    September 15, 2026 · 1 hr 24 min

    Grace Gardner hails from Texas, but has come to love their home in Philadelphia, and how Philadelphians express themselves. John talks with Grace about their love of their home state, the "New Orleans shaped hole" that will always be in…

  • Mike Vasilikos

    September 1, 2026 · 1 hr 15 min

    During his trip home this summer, Dan knew he had to sit down with WXPN's Mike Vasilikos. Mike is the mid-day host at WXPN, as well as the host of Homegrown- The XPN Local Show, and a tireless champion of Philadelphia music. Dan and Mike…

  • August 2026 Playlist

    August 18, 2026 · 60 min

    Summer continues to perpetuate itself, and with comes a new playlist. 12 new tracks from Philadelphia artists are on display here for listening enjoyment. As always, check out the clickable playlist below and support the artists that you…

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  • Joe Makoviecki (Jackson Pines)

    August 4, 2026 · 1 hr 6 min

    We're back from our brief but rejuvenating break. Dan is back in Hong Kong. But while he was in the USA this summer, he and John did a handful of interviews with Philadlephia music community people that we know you'll love. Joe…

  • Clark Park Fest 2026

    July 7, 2026 · 1 hr 12 min

    Here's the short version: Dan and John were supposed to do a live podcast event at The Grape in Manayunk, but due to circumstances out of everyone's control, the event had to be cancelled. So they looked around at what else was happening…

  • June 2026 Playlist

    June 16, 2026 · 60 min

    The June playlist is here, and it is (as always) outstanding. Do check out the clickable playlist below, it has links to every artist included in this episode.  Labrador- The Rosy Red World Hurry- Moving After You (feat. Gerard Love)…

  • Labrador (Pat King)

    June 2, 2026 · 59 min

    Labrador frontman Pat King sits down with John to talk about growing up in the rural Hudson Valley, being exposed to a lot of art and music through his father, and how countless family trips to New York City convinced him he was a city…

  • Reese Florence

    May 20, 2026 · 48 min

    John sits down with Reese Florence in her home to talk about songwriting, stillness, and how live recordings can make the best albums. Reese raves about her neighborhood of Germantown, and even graces us with a new song called "Laura…

  • May 2026 Playlist

    May 5, 2026 · 52 min

    We've got 12 new tracks from Philadelphia artists for your listening enjoyment. Highlights include new music from Keaton Thandi, Lovecartel, JULITH, Squiggler, and so much more. Check out the clickable playlist below, and support the…

  • Máty Rodriguez

    April 21, 2026 · 46 min

    John talks with Máty Rodriguez about growing up in New Jersey, her early days playing DIY shows, embracing all styles of music, her love of Sza, and how playing "Patience" by Guns N Roses will bring the house down every time. Máty shares…

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About the show

Philadelphia's longest running music podcast (we think), with your host, Dan Drago. Conversations with artists and community, intimate musical performances, in-depth discussions on performing, touring, recording, and being alive.