The music department took a bit of a siesta to watch fireworks, eat hot dogs, and catch Panacea — the excellent hip hop outfit that rose from the ashes of RPM. As always, if you’ve got any other suggestions for this week, let us know in the comments.
WEDNESDAY
>> Hardcore DIY outfits Badeatinghabits and Jinxed at Twelve infuse scremo in the former and melodic DC punk in the latter. Enjoy them both at the Warehouse Next Door. $7.
>> DC Griots host an impromptu show with hip-hop and rock fusion acts K Beta and Throwdown Syndicate. At DC9, $2.
THURSDAY
>> There may be a lot going on tonight, like Fort Reno, but the city’s blog and panda-loving denizens will be at Chief Ike’s for the Butterstick Bash.
>> The Millenium Stage hosts The Frank Russo Quartet – led by seasoned drummer Russo – as they perform a program of Latin jazz. Free, 6PM.
>> Unbuckled alums Olivia Mancini and the Housemates muse with spare folkish instrumentation, opened for by Bullet Parade’s upbeat, boisterous sound and Perry Farrell vocals. With The Sentiment at the Black Cat Backstage. $8, 9PM
