Chet Faker @ Union Transfer - Philadelphia, PA
May 29th 2026: Chet Faker, Beacons, alex vs alex @ Union Transfer - Philadelphia, PA
Chet Faker | Photos Courtesy of: Carolyn Lederach
alex vs alex
BEACON
Searows @ Union Transfer - Philadelphia, PA
May 8th 2026: Searows @ Union Transfer - Philadelphia, PA
Searows | Photos Courtesy of: Carolyn Lederach
Alec Duckart (otherwise known as Searows) is currently touring the US in support of his second album, Death in the Business of Whaling. The band made a stop in Philly on May 8th, for their largest Philly show to date at the dreamy Union Transfer, the perfect venue to capture Searows’ atmospheric sound and necessary cozy lighting to go along with it. The crowd was super respectful and quiet as they soaked in the perfect performance. Jordan Patterson opened the show.
Setlist
Belly of the Whale
Kill What You Eat
Photograph of a Cyclone
Martingale
Dearly Missed
End of the World
Coming Clean
Dirt
In Violet
Keep the Rain
Roadkill
I have more than enough
Junie
Encore:
House Song
Geese
Jordan Patterson
The Vaccines @ Union Transfer - Philadelphia
January 17th 2025: The Vaccines, Thus Love @ Union Transfer - Philadelphia, PA
The Vaccines - Photos Courtesy of: Carolyn Lederach
The setlist balanced old fan favorites with fresh tracks from their latest album, proving The Vaccines’ ability to evolve while staying true to the sound that first made them indie rock darlings. The Vaccines hit the stage at Union Transfer on January 17th, bringing their signature blend of indie rock energy, catchy hooks, and infectious enthusiasm. With the venue packed and the anticipation growing, the British quartet delivered a performance as tight as it was electrifying.
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Setlist
Love to Walk Away
Wreckin' Bar (Ra Ra Ra)
I Can't Quit
Post Break-Up Sex
Wetsuit
Your Love Is My Favourite Band
Discount de Kooning (Last One Standing)
The Dreamer
Headphones Baby
Jump Off the Top
No Hope
Handsome
Heartbreak Kid
Teenage Icon
I Always Knew
If You Wanna
All in White
Encore:
Sometimes, I Swear
Take It Easy
Lunar Eclipse
All My Friends Are Falling in Love
Thus Love
Valley @ Union Transfer - Philadelphia
September 28th 2024: VALLEY, Mickey Darling @ Union Transfer - Philadelphia, PA
Rob of VALLEY - Photos Courtesy of: Carolyn Lederach
After several years off the road, the world can celebrate again as Valley returns to the road in support of their latest album, Water the Flowers, Pray for a Garden. Fans gathered at Philadelphia’s Union Transfer for the kick-off to the tour on Saturday, September 28th. Scattered throughout the crowd you could catch fans holding up handmade paper flowers in support of the album’s aesthetic. A compliment to the stage design, which was filled with grass and dandelions, which could only make someone smile.
With the new album to add to the band’s vast catalogue, fans were curious what the setlist would consist of. The majority contained the latest tracks from Water the Flowers, Pray for a Garden - and for the OG fans, you can catch tracks like “Swim” and “A Phone Call in Amsterdam”. If you’re a fan of the last several Valley releases you’ll be sad to not find a lot of those songs on this setlist. Regardless though you’re going to have a great time and a much-needed dopamine hit by attending any Valley show.
Opening the night were the equally amazing Charli Adams and Mickey Darling.
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Setlist
Water the flowers, pray for a garden
Have a Good Summer (Without Me)
Bass Player's Brother
A Little More
Growing (Apart)
A Phone Call in Amsterdam
sucks to see you doing better
Swim
Closer to the Picture
hiccup
Break for You
Mosquito
Let It Rain
Crawlspace
When You Know Someone
Life Goes on Without Me
Cocoon
There's Still a Light in the House
Bop Ba
Mickey Darling
Arlo Parks @ Union Transfer - Philadelphia
April 29th 2024: Arlo Parks, Chloe George @ Union Transfer - Philadelphia, PA
Arlo Parks - Photos Courtesy of Carolyn Lederach
UK’s Arlo Parks returned to Philly on her latest tour in support of last year’s release of My Soft Machine. Attending one of Arlo’s shows is always an ethereal experience. Between the mix of relaxing music and poetry, paired with her heavenly voice, you can’t help but be taken away to another place
Setlist
Bruiseless
Weightless
Blades
Caroline
Impurities
I’m Sorry
Eugene
Dog Rose
Pegasus
Hurt
Too Good
Black Dog
Purple Phase
Jasmine (Jai Paul cover) (Tour debut)
Hope
Sophie
Devotion
Softly
Chloe George
Gus Dapperton @ Union Transfer - Philadelphia
December 7th 2023: Gus Dapperton, Junior Varsity @ Union Transfer - Philadelphia, PA
Gus Dapperton - Photos Courtesy of Carolyn Lederach
Gus Dapperton closed out the Henge Tour in Philadelphia on December 7th at Union Transfer. It’s always special having Gus back in Philly, after attending Drexel University, he is always able to throw in some fun facts about the songs such as, where the songs on the setlist were written on campus.
Henge is Dapperton’s third studio album, and his music continues to get better as time goes on. If I had to give one negative mark for the show, it would be that there weren’t enough tracks off Henge, but despite that, the setlist consisted of a wide range of songs from across Gus’ musical catalog. Including a fun mystery song chosen by a fan during a random drawing on stage.
Gus’ live shows never disappoint and are a guaranteed fun time. Even with a knee injury, Gus was able to have a little dance on stage to some songs. Excited to catch this flawless band live again!
Setlist
Fly Me to the Moon (In Other Words) (Kaye Ballard cover)
Sunset
Palms
Give It To Me Straight
Ditch
Prune, You Talk Funny
My Favorite Fish (With Drake “In My Feelings” Intro)
Medicine
Play Video
Gum, Toe, and Sole
I'm Just Snacking
I'm on Fire (Bruce Springsteen cover)
~Mystery Song~
First Aid
Midnight Train
Don't Trust Me (3OH!3 cover) (Sung By Ruby)
Fill Me Up Anthem
Wet Cement
Don't Let Me Down
Post Humorous
Encore:
Horizons
Twist and Shout (The Top Notes cover)
Junior Varsity
The Japanese House @ Union Transfer - Philadelphia
November 1st 2023: The Japanese House, Quinnie @ Union Transfer - Philadelphia, PA
Amber Bain of The Japanese House - Photos Courtesy of Carolyn Lederach
Amber Bain, otherwise known as The Japanese House, kicked off her first US tour in almost four years at Philadelphia’s Union Transfer. Amber and the band played to a packed house of very eager fans who have been anxiously awaiting Japanese House's return to the stage. This latest tour is in support of The Japanese House's latest album (and one of my personal favorites of this year) In The End It Always Does, Bain’s first album since 2019.
The set was everything we wanted, including the latest tracks off the newest album, and all the bops we’ve come to love from Bain over the years. Included in the flawless set was a touching dedication of “One for sorrow, two for Joni Jones”, for her dog who was sitting back in the greenroom during the set.
Setlist
Sad to Breathe
Touching Yourself
Something Has to Change
Morning Pages
Follow My Girl
Saw You in a Dream
Boyhood
You Seemed So Happy
Baby goes again
Over There
Friends
Worms
Chewing Cotton Wool
Maybe You're the Reason
Dionne
Encore:
One for sorrow, two for Joni Jones
Sunshine Baby
Quinnie
girlhouse @ Union Transfer - Philadelphia
August 19th 2023: girlhouse @ Union Transfer - Philadelphia, PA
girlhouse - Photos Courtesy of Carolyn Lederach
girlhouse and Yoke Lore kicked off the Holy Havoc tour in Philadelphia on August 19th. Lauren (aka girlhouse) celebrated the release of her fourth ep, the fourth ep, earlier this year. She’s truly an enchanting artist to watch, giving a flawless vocal performance and endearing stage presence. I’ve been looking forward to catching girlhouse live since the release of “concussion”. I can say they do not disappoint!
