Cynthia Erivo Sings With 'A Bit Of A Smile'

A Philly Special Christmas Party is the third installment in a series of holiday records by The Philly Specials. The album features a star-studded lineup including Stevie Nicks, Boyz II Men, Devon Gilfillian, and members of Mt. Joy, The War on Drugs, and Dr. Dog. The album is a celebration of community and charity, with proceeds benefiting Philadelphia-area children’s charities. It includes tracks like 'Maybe This Christmas,' a duet between Jason Kelce and Stevie Nicks, and other holiday tunes with a unique blend of musical styles.

In this memoir, Ben Folds looks back at his life, providing a charming and wise chronicle of his artistic coming of age. The book is infused with his wry observations and includes stories about his childhood, his time with Ben Folds Five, and his solo career. Folds discusses his music theory, shares painful life lessons, and admits to his mistakes, all while maintaining his signature wit and Southern warmth.

Seven Guitars is a play by August Wilson, set in 1948, and is part of his Pittsburgh Cycle. The story revolves around the funeral of Floyd 'Schoolboy' Barton, a local blues guitarist on the edge of stardom. The play is structured as a flashback to the events leading up to his death, highlighting themes of African-American male identity, self-understanding, and the struggles faced by the community in postwar urban Pittsburgh. The play features a cast of characters including Floyd, his girlfriend Vera, and their friends, all navigating personal and societal challenges.

This debut picture book by Cynthia Erivo tells the story of a mother and her child, Ebere, who is encouraged to dream big every night. Ebere imagines herself as the captain of a rocket ship, exploring the universe. The book is an ode to a child’s imagination, a parent’s love, and the big dreams they share. Illustrated by Charnelle Pinkney Barlow, it serves as a guide to manifestation and the power of detailed and colorful dreams.