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Paul Thorn and Webb Wilder

Jun 27, 2025 at 7:30 PM  ·   · $42 Ellis Theater, Philadelphia, MS Ellis Theater, Philadelphia, MS Tickets from $42

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Paul Thorn, from Tupelo, MS, blends bluesy, Southern roots music with universal truths. He's collaborated with Bonnie Raitt, Sting, and more, battled Roberto Duran, and charted on Billboard. Thorn's known for his originality and has appeared on shows like Conan O'Brien and Kimmel.
Webb Wilder, born John McMurry in Hattiesburg, MS, is a roots rock pioneer known for his country-accented, retro rock & roll. With albums like "It Came from Nashville" and "Hybrid Vigor," his music blends twangy rockabilly, blues, and new wave. Notable for his humorous on-stage persona, he first gained fame in the '80s with his band, the Beatnecks. He acted in "Paradise Park" and "The Thing Called Love." Collaborated with R.S. Field, Wilder's song "Powerful Stuff" became a hit for the Fabulous Thunderbirds. Known for high-energy live shows and hosting WebbFest.

Concert Info

Genre: Indie/Alt, Country

Witness the Paul Thorn concert in Philadelphia at Ellis Theater on Friday, June 27, 2025, at 7:30 PM, with Webb Wilder. Tickets are on sale now!

Songwriting Philosophy

When it comes to songwriting, less is more, and simplicity is strength. Just ask Paul Thorn, who's spent three decades turning soulful grooves and small syllables into songs that pack a big wallop. Maybe he learned the power of minimalism from his years as a pro boxer; maybe it just comes naturally. But whether he's targeting heads, hearts, hips or the occasional funny bone, he somehow manages to condense large nuggets of wisdom into tight little mantras, the kind embroiderers stitched onto pillows before internet memes existed.

New Album Insights

Thorn's new album, Life is Just A Vapor, contains some beauties: Life is a vapor, let's live it while we can; tough times don't last, but tough people do from Tough Times Don't Last; any mountain up ahead is just a hill (from Old Melodies). They’re words of advice, comfort, support, encouragement, often meant to uplift, especially in times of struggle.

Show Details

DOORS 6:30PM / SHOW 7:30PM. This show is a part of Season 4 at The Ellis Theater.

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