The Key

Who Gets Teddy’s Estate? “Well, this kind of news, while often inevitable, makes us a bit sad — seems that the son and the second wife of late Philly soul giant Teddy Pendergrass are battling over his estate. According to the Associated Press: ‘Teddy Pendergrass II and Joan Pendergrass have produced conflicting wills since the singer died of colon cancer in January. The son claims a will from May 2009 names him executor and sole beneficiary. The widow claims a later document on which she signed her name as the singer’s attorney gives her control.’” (Make Major Moves)

The Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts (PIFA) Is Coming April 2011; Tickets Go On Sale Tomorrow, Oct. 7 “For three weeks, from April 7 through May 1, 2011, the festival will feature an array of one-time, only-in-Philadelphia productions by some of the region’s top talents — many of whom will partner with or present international performers. PIFA will focus on collaboration, innovation and creativity among Philadelphia arts organizations, producing music, dance, fashion, fine arts, poetry, cuisine and more — all generously flavored with the essence of Paris, circa 1910-1920. ” (Uwishunu)

Making Time Showin’ Some Hometown Love w/The Spooks Oct. 22! “We are already looking forward to the next Making Time on Oct. 22 with Surfer Blood and The Drums, which is certainly rad enough. But besides seriously bringing some of the hottest national/international acts in music to Philly, Making Time will also start hosting some of their favorite local artists in the Ruby Lounge basement of Voyeur.” (The Deli)