Jazz lovers often lament the fact that the genre does not enjoy more widespread appeal. It’s no mystery why that is the case, as jazz as a popular art form died the second its audience could no longer dance to it. However, there have always been musicians who understand and appreciate a strong groove while maintaining a commitment to the improvisational elements of jazz. Mocean Worker (rhymes with ocean) is such a band and last…

MONDAY >> The City Veins are a strong local outfit that’s been making their debut around town over the course of the past few months. They just formed in March and are already more mature and ready to bring the rock than a lot of bands with a lot more stage time. And hey, they have a blog! See what you’re missing tonight at Solly’s Tavern on U Street. 10 p.m. >> Do you…