D.C.’s Technicians are a fantastic four-piece who have been making waves since the release of their EP all the way back in 2011. The band has been a staple opener at DC9, the Rock and Roll Hotel and others and this Wednesday will play a headlining gig at The Velvet Lounge. The band has a post-hardcore emo bend to it, with guitars that are turned up loud and vocals that could be mistaken for any band on Drive-Thru or Vagrant back in the day. Today’s song of the day, “Dreamer,” starts with a slow meditative mood, but everything comes crashing down at the end when the guitars start howling.

Technicians play with Catscan! and Matty Rockville Wednesday at the Velvet Lounge. Tickets are $8.