WXPN Welcomes John Faye + The MAKs with special guest Nikki Moscony
John Faye is a singer-songwriter who has had a prolific career as the voice of The Caulfields, IKE, John & Brittany, John Faye Power Trip, and his solo work. A musician of Korean-Irish descent, Faye is a singer-songwriter who has had a prolific career as the voice of The Caulfields, IKE, John & Brittany, John Faye Power Trip, and his solo work. A musician of Korean-Irish descent, Faye was one of the only mixed-race Asian Americans to sign a major label recording contract in the 90’s heyday of alternative rock.
As the lead singer and songwriter for The Caulfields, he released two albums on A&M Records, had a modern rock radio hit in the US and Australia (“Devil’s Diary”), had song placements in major films and television shows through a publishing deal with Warner-Chappell, and toured nationally and internationally. John taught songwriting at Drexel University from 2005-2021, and has mentored thousands of aspiring musicians throughout his career.
Faye’s latest album “The Long Game” was released on vinyl in December of 2024 in partnership Hooters drummer David Uosikkinen’s ITP Entertainment. The single “Asking For A Friend” was added into regular rotation at Philadelphia Non-Com radio powerhouse WXPN. The album will be nationally released through MVD Entertainment in April of 2025.
John’s memoir, The Yin and the Yang of it All: Rock ’n’ Roll Memories from the Cusp, as told by a Mixed-Up, Mixed-Race Kid, published in 2023 by Advantage/Forbes, is an Amazon #1 Best Seller.
An active member of the Philadelphia tri-state area music community, John has won over ten Hometown Heroes Homey Awards (DE Public Media / NPR), most recently winning “Best Pop Song” and “Best Collaboration” in 2024 for his single “Ghost Writer” with Annalise Curtin. This comes on the heels of winning 2023 “Artist of the Year” and “Song of the Year” for “Lightning In A Bottle,” his collaboration with Sug Daniels. Faye’s song “Into Philadelphia” (originally recorded with his 2000s band IKE) has become a Philly music staple, remaining in rotation on heritage rock station WMMR since its release in 2005.
John has shared stages with over 60 national acts, including Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees REM, Bon Jovi, Bo Diddley, Joan Jett, and the Ramones.
The MAKs
“In 2024, Philadelphia music scene veterans, Melissa Menago (June Divided), Angelique Zuppo (Zupang) and Karina Patricelli (Valendina) combined their unique voices and songwriting chops to become folk/indie rock trio, The MAKs. The three have been spending the past months completing their debut EP, with their first single, Milky Way, released at the end of 2024. Their three-part harmonies, captivating melodies, intimate lyrics and memorable guitar lines will be sure to catch the ears of fans of bands like Boygenuis, The Chicks, and Fleetwood Mac alike.”
Nikki Moscony is a Philly-based singer/songwriter who channels elements of folk, R&B and indie styles through a contemporary lens. She is motivated by the experience of navigating a world undergoing a seemingly endless series of "unprecedented times", and her original work centers themes of love, heartbreak, and community. Her debut single "Temporary Blue" is available now on all streaming platforms. In addition to her solo work, Nikki also plays keys and sings backup with the band "Pillow Princess", a dreamy psych/indie rock project based in South Philly whose material is also currently available for streaming.
Advance Discount General Admission Seating, $20. VIP Reserved Table Seating $30. (minimum 2 per table) At the Door: $30. Advance Discount sales close 5 pm day of show.
Doors open at 7:00 pm. 7:30 show.
BYOB is welcome for an additional $5 donation per drinker. Must be 21 to consume alcohol. Disposable cups and ice provided.
Free Parking in Oakmont Municipal lot behind Kelly Center off Darby Road.
The Kelly Center is operated by Kelly Music for Life, Inc., a non-profit 501c3 pure public charity that supports Music Education, the Arts, and other community initiatives. For more information visit https://kellycenter.org