Kerri Park Lennon, Executive Director, and Alan Rubens, President and Board Chair, discussed the 2026 Walk of Fame and Philadelphia Music Month, recognizing The Original Music City. Alan talked about the rich history of Philadelphia, with multiple sounds that cover each decade and the walk which honors them, from artists to producers, musicians and writers. Kerri discussed today’s music scene in Philadelphia, vibrant, diverse and a driver of the city’s nighttime and creative economies. We talked about the Alliance’s role in connecting the music industry and its commitment to the next generation of music makers – they don’t have to leave Philly to find their career. She described the student outreach programming the Alliance produces and supports to inform them of the opportunities beyond the lead in business, graphics, business and legal advisors.

We talked about the upcoming inductees to the Class of 2026 for the Walk of Fame, it includes Yannick Nézet-Séguin, The Philadelphia Boys Choir, Hugh Panaro, Adam Blackstone, Lady B, Sun Ra Arkestra, Louise Williams Bishop and Pablo Batista. A Lifetime Achievement Award will also be presented to Earl Young, founder and leader of The Trammps. They will be honored on May 13 with a sidewalk unveiling at 11:30AM and an evening gala dinner and performance at the Kimmel Center. The morning event is free and open to the public, tickets for the evening festivities can be found HERE