Yeah, you probably know that Jay-Z and Budweiser’s “Made in America” is taking over Ben Franklin Parkway this weekend. While the lineup full of mainstream, big name acts might cause some music media outlets to get a little wood, the fact that it is the first time that something like this on the Parkway isn’t free to the public leaves me rather limp. I’m guessing that this type of corporate bullshit probably leaves a bad taste in most of our readers’ mouths like the swill that they’ll be hustling within the fenced-in area. (They really could have made this a free show with all the money that they’ll be making from food, drinks, etc.) Like a lot of the smart peeps that I’ve talked to, I’ll be staying far away from this clusterfuck because honestly, it’s Philly, folks, and I can’t imagine that there won’t be any incidents of flash mobs bumrushing the gates or other stupid shit happening at some point this weekend, though I hope not for the general safety of everyone. Just save your money to support some lesser-known local acts this weekend. If you really want to catch some of the performances, then you can always check out “Lame in America” on YouTube HERE or Pandora HERE, if you feel like doing so. OK - just needed to get that off my chest.

Now, to our Weekend Warrior pick, Johnny Brenda’s has a nice local lineup of up-and-coming acts tonight that you should come out to support. Heavily buzzed-about Work Drugs will be bringing the smooth 80’s dance vibe that will provide some good times. They’ll also be supported by the pumped up electro-pop of City Rain and the anthemic pop-rock of Cold Fronts. Combined with plenty of beers, shots and whatever else you choose to consume for the evening, your summer will certainly be on its way to ending on a high note. Johnny Brenda’s, 1201 Frankford Ave., 9pm, $10, 21+ (Photo by Brandi Lukas) - Q.D. Tran

Below is a new remix from Work Drugs of “Beth/Rest” as part of the Bon Iver, Bon Iver: Stems Project, a contest that will award 10 participants $1,000 and will feature them on Bon Iver’s remix-only album exclusively on Spotify. You can vote for the smooth-fi crew HERE if you dig what you hear.