Moral Hangover’s 2nd Annual Latin Rock show takes place at Tropicalia on Friday (photo via Facebook).
By DCist Contributor Brittny Mayo
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 29
Australian psychedelic rock band King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard brings its high energy performance to the 9:30 Club. 7 p.m. doors. $18.
Black Cat hosts Hippo Campus with support from Magic City Hippies. 7:30 p.m. doors. $15.
Pittsburgh’s Rusted Root combines elements of acoustic rock and worldly sound, pulling influences from Latin America and Africa. To date, the band has sold over 3 million records; their most notable work being “Send Me on My Way,” from their 1994 platinum selling album, When I Woke. The band plays and 8 p.m. show at The Fillmore with opener Nicholas David. $22.
The Renaissance at Dupont Circle brings back Live in the Living Room. A D.C. local, David Thong will be playing original music and some covers, accompanied by Elizabeth Sullivan, another area artist. 8 p.m. FREE
THURSDAY, MARCH 30
London’s own Skinny Lister brings their original folk music to Rock & Roll Hotel with support from indie artist Jared Hart. 7 p.m. doors. $18.
Late Night Music in The Loft, hosted by The Hamilton, will feature Moonshine Society, which combines elements of roots rock, blues and classic R&B. 10:30 p.m. FREE
Songbyrd hosts Growroom Getdown, a musical and artistic celebration from Growroom Productions. This is a free show, with donations encouraged. Ill Uma Naughty, an indie electronic band mixing elements of improvisational dance, starts the night. Trip-hop soul artist Dara Z finishes out the evening. 8 p.m. doors.
FRIDAY, MARCH 31
Local D.C. punk band, Rocket City Riot headlines a Velvet Lounge with support from Floodlore (www.floodlore.com) and The Originators (https://www.facebook.com/TheOrginatorsDc/). 7:30 p.m. doors. $8.
Tropicalia hosts Moral Hangover’s 2nd Annual Latin Rock show. All of the proceeds will go to a start-up in South America that will help get out of school children back to formal education by teaching them math through music. 7DrumCity is co-sponsoring the event, which also features local bands Indigo and Latin Velvet. 7 p.m. $8 in advance, $10 (cash only) at the door.
The Mockstrocity Tour, featuring Mac Sabbath, Metalachi, and OKILLY DOKILLY, takes over Black Cat. 8 p.m. doors. $20.
If you’re looking for something a little more stripped down, but still a great time, try The Forever Agos at Clare and Don’s in Falls Church. 9:30 p.m. FREE
For something in the EDM world, try Shiba San and MK at Echostage, with support from AC Slater, Jax Jones, and DJ Lisa Frank. 9 p.m. doors. $20-$30.
The Slackers plays Rock & Roll Hotel on Saturday (photo courtesy of The Slackers).
SATURDAY, APRIL 1
Local alternative rock bands Drive TFC and What Brave Soul play Tortoise & Hare Bar & Grill for a night of original music and fun. 9:30 p.m. FREE
Alt-country band, Lambchop, plays U Street Music Hall with support from Sloppy Heads. 7 p.m. doors. $25.
With a career spanning nearly three decades, The Slackers, a NYC reggae/ska/rock band, consistently plays over 100 dates each year, including performances overseas in Europe, Asian and Canada. The band’s discography includes 11 studio albums, 3 live albums, and multiple EPs. Its most recent self-titled album, released in February of 2016, was a product of a successful crowdfunding campaign. The band plays Rock & Roll Hotel with support from Baltimore’s The Scotch Bonnets and local ska band, The Captivators. 7 p.m. doors. $20 in advance/$25 at the door.
SUNDAY, APRIL 2
Philadelphia electro-pop musician Moon Bounce takes the stage at Black Cat with Ehiorobo and Good Intent & Yung Shonen. 7:30 p.m. doors. $10 in advance/$12 at the door.
New York’s surf rock band High Waisted (http://highwaisted.party/) takes over DC9 with support from The Rememberables (http://www.therememberables.com/) and Greenland (http://greenlandtheband.tumblr.com/). This is an all-ages show, with doors opening at 8 p.m. $10
Looking for something a little different for your Sunday afternoon? Head over to Atlas Brew Works for a Bluegrass Jam Session and live music featuring Justin Trawick and Bearcat Wildcat. Open jam from 1-3 p.m., Justin Trawick Duo at 3 p.m., and Bearcat Wildcat at 4:45 p.m. FREE
MONDAY, APRIL 3
If you’re in the mood to venture out to Silver Spring for a taste of SiriusXMs Liquid Metal, you can find Killswitch Engage and Anthrax at The Fillmore. The Devil Wears Prada and Jasta open the bill. 6 p.m. doors. $35-$175.
