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Arts & Entertainment

Defibrillator: “Animal”— Neon Trees (2010)

Fling weekend was hard for me.

by FRIDA GARZA

Best of Music, So Far

Best Heartwarming Moment: Adele at the VMAs Best Tear–jerking Moment: Adele at the VMAs Only a performance from the ineffable Adele could win both of these categories.

by SAM BRODEY

Concerts of the Week

Washed Out When: Tonight Where: Union Transfer How much: $15 Why: You’re ready to take a definitive stance on the “chillwave” debate.

by 34TH STREET

Album Review: The Picture Show - Neon Trees

If you’re listening to Neon Trees’ The Picture Show this summer, you’re probably being forced to drive your little sister and her friends to soccer practice in a minivan, and she’s just reached over your shoulder to ask, “Can you play track three again?” and you grind your teeth as you cue the radio single, while in the back they incant “Louder!

by MICHAEL SCOGNAMIGLIO

DIY: Post-Grad

In the flurry of graduation excitement, maybe you forgot that renting graduation attire was even an option. Never fear ­— there are plenty of grown–up ways to reuse that little cardboard hat.

by 34TH STREET

Van Pick of the Week: Romeo and Juliet

With the recent re–release of Titanic in 3D, it seemed high time to take a look at another one of Leo DiCaprio’s teen–heartthrob vehicles to see if the 90s classic aged better than he has. William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, directed by Baz Luhrmann, moves the famous tale from Verona to a modern city, circa 1996.

by SAMANTHA APFEL

Love Is A Four Letter Word – Jason Mraz

Listening to Love is a Four Letter Word, the fourth studio album from acousto–pop–guru Jason Mraz, feels a little bit like getting wrapped in a fluffy blanket with a hodgepodge of vegan food products while being doused with a bucket of cold chamomile tea.

by JAKE SPINOWITZ

Best of Summer Philly

From circus workshops and the Barnes Foundation to beer, beer and more beer, we’re giving you a to–do list that is guaranteed to keep you on your toes.

by LIN ZHENG

I'll Make a Man Out of You

Ever generic, Think Like a Man plays everything but “hard to get”

by OLIVIA RUTIGLIANO

The Best of Philly's Summer Film Scene

Best way to be your own Indiana Jones: Resurrect Dead: The Mystery of the Toynbee Tiles April 27 6:00–9:30 p.m. Gallery309 309 Cherry St. The Toynbee Tiles are a remarkable phenomenon, particularly within Philadelphia.

by DANIEL FELSENTHAL

Album Releases: 4.17.12

Azealia Banks – 1991 EP Since making waves last December with her infectious (and filthy-mouthed) single “212," Azealia Banks has energized the rap scene with house beats and blink-and-you-miss-it speed verses.

by ELENA GOORAY

Playlist of the Week: 4.16.2012

The Playlist - 4/16/12 by Street Music on Grooveshark

by 34TH STREET

Street Interviews Teddy Geiger

Geiger opens up about making his new record, saving elephants and being compared to John Mayer.

by NICOLE GREENSTEIN

Your Guide to the Bands at Quadfest

Read ahead for a complete guide to navigating the fine acts brought to you by SPEC Jazz & Grooves for Fling Friday.

by FRIDA GARZA

Tiesto: A Spotter's Guide

How to act like a true fan during the Fling Concert. (Hint: when in doubt, look to your neighbor.)

by SAM BRODEY

Altered States

Here are some personal accounts — and some suggestions— for films that have proven to be slightly, well, different, depending on your state of mind.

by 34TH STREET

The Wild Party

Chalk full of cocaine, love triangles, nakey people and more cocaine, Quadramics hosts a midnight performance this Friday that you can definitely Fling with.

by 34TH STREET

This is Your Fling. This is Your Fling on Drugs



by 34TH STREET

Campus Gems: Peace Symbol (1967)

Looking for a chill, yet historically pertinent, picnic or nap location this weekend?

by LIN ZHENG

If They Haven't Broken It, Don't Fix It

The Three Stooges remake is more painful than a sledgehammer to the head

by OLIVIA RUTIGLIANO

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