Jun 30 2008
Philadelphia Freedom
I’m not going to be home for the 4th of July this year, but in recent years I have enjoyed going down to the fireworks display at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Hanging out on the Parkway with hundreds of thousands of people in a party-like atmosphere — and the fireworks are just about the best you can get. However, looking at the musical lineup for this year’s celebration, I’m kinda glad I will miss it. From the official website: “John Legend returns to Philly for an evening of smooth R&B followed by a colorful fireworks display above the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Philly’s own Russell Tompkins, Jr. and the New Stylistics open the show…”
Ehh… I guess that’s okay. But it doesn’t compare to past years where they had people like Elton John, Stevie Wonder, Garth Brooks, Jill Scott, and Hall and Oates. I even enjoyed cheesy acts like Boyz II Men, Bryan Adams and Peter Frampton because at least you could sing along and have fun with them. Lesser-known acts like those playing this year kind of kill that party atmosphere for me. Usually Patti Labelle, the default Philly star, at least makes an appearance.
Yes, it has been losing its momentum. The light show on the Museum is incredible while the fireworks go off and the music plays…I’m comfy at home though. LOL