Philadelphia's been good to me by Kurt Vile
Released: May 29, 2026 on Verve
FFO: War on Drugs, Kevin Morby, Mac DeMarco, Neil Young, Dinosaur Jr., Tom Petty
Your first song: Chance to Bleed
♫ Support: Official Site
Kurt Vile is a vibe. I saw him for the first time a few months ago and was just mesmerized watching him play guitar. He’s a magician for sure…
In terms of this new album, it’s one of my favorites from him since probably 2013’s Wakin on a Pretty Daze and 2011’s Smoke Ring for My Halo. I’d put 2015’s b’lieve I’m goin down in close proximity, though I think I like more songs off this new one…
If you are a fan of any of the bands listed above, I’d be shocked you didn’t know Kurt Vile… but if you are new to him, this is a great entry point… then work through the other 9 albums in his discography, starting with the ones mentioned above – you’ll thank me later!
Favorite tracks:
- “Chance to Bleed”
- “Zoom 97”
- “99 bpm”
- “Rock o’Stone”