Nightlife is necessary.  Live music is crucial.  Where can you find a spot where the attraction is the music, rather than the beer?  See what's cool in Philly today.

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This club attracts a post-college crowd for the blend of live music on the 1st floor and a DJ on the 2nd floor lounge.  The 175-capacity club attracts national talent and local mainstay acts, like Tommy Conwell.

The granddaddy of blues is found on Front Street in walking distance from Bookbinders.  Be prepared for a stiff cover charge and a drink minimum.

Fairmont

Clasic rock club...  Dark, loud smoky, and reeking of stale beer.  Located in the Art Museum district, this venue has featured artists recently such as Elliot Smith and Ryan Adams.

This venue is a Philly institution!  See th photo collection behind the bar of bands that have played the narrow club- Nirvana, George Thorogood, Pearl Jam, Dwight Yoakam, Bo Diddley, Tom Cats, Soul Asylum, Green Day, and Tommy Conwell.

Philadelphia's CBGB's is quietly located in the newly gentrified area called Old City.  You are certain to find an indie-rock crowd.  Don't make the mistake of wearing new shoes here.

This venue is a former movie theatre, less the chairs.  Another great opportunity to see a national act and get a taste for the South Street vibe.  The TLA's big brother is the Electric Factory, a 3,000-capacity venue, that hosted the Doors and Hendrix in its heyday.