Since its formation in the fall of 2006, Junior League Band has graced numerous stages throughout the Metro area – and around the country – in an effort to introduce a new legion of fans to its unique blend of rock- and bluegrass-inspired music. Despite numerous changes in personnel, the band has produced three records in less than 18 months, solidifying their sound and making an indelible mark on the D.C. music landscape.

The two constants throughout Junior League Band’s journey – Lissy Rosemont (vocals, banjo) and Eli Cohn (guitar, dobro) – are currently (and most permanently) joined by Nick Weitzel on the bass guitar, Will Waikart on drums and Sadie Dingfelder on the violin. With a steady rotation of guest musicians, one would think that cohesion on stage would be a constant struggle. Go and see them live, however, and you’ll realize that this certainly isn’t the case. Filling their collection is a mix of fresh, vibrant, foot-tapping tunes, giving Junior League Band little trouble in gaining the attention of in-the-know concertgoers both in the District and beyond.

While their existence has been relatively short, the D.C.-based ensemble has been a consistent presence at the Rock and Roll Hotel, the Black Cat and IOTA Club and Café in Arlington. The band co-headlines its first gig at the 9:30 Club on Friday – an early show, with doors at 6 p.m. DCist sat down with Lissy, Eli and Sadie to get the low-down on the JLB.