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Oct 27, 2022

‘It’s All Love:’ D.C. Soul-Punk Band Lightmare Will Say Goodbye At Final Show This Weekend

D.C.’s own Lightmare is winding down after nearly six years, and fans can say goodbye at a blowout show this weekend.

Mar 29, 2019

D.C.’s Local Version Of The Grammies (The Wammies!) Is Back After A Hiatus

Musicians had been critical of the award show, but a new group has taken stewardship of it.

Sep 28, 2017

Local Rapper Flex Mathews Releases A Strong Full-Length Debut

Hi, I’m Flex Mathews dropped earlier this month along with the first single, “Never Change.”

May 10, 2017

In Its Eighth Year, Kingman Island Festival Focuses on Zero Waste

Kingman Island’s annual one-day festival is back, with dozens of bluegrass, Americana and folk artists and an innovative zero-waste goal.

May 03, 2017

Breakin’ Even Fest is Back with More Diverse Lineup, All-Ages Access

Round two features female-fronted bands, D.C.-area DIY favorites, and headliners journeying from as far as Ohio and Canada.

Apr 26, 2017

Weekly Music Agenda, Featuring The Pretty Reckless

Also, catch some “Opera on Tap,” The Perfectionists play the last show of Acre 121, and more.

Feb 23, 2017

Some Of D.C.’s Most Celebrated Musicians Will Rock The Stacks For DCPL

An album and benefit concert feature well-known and up-and-coming names from D.C.’s rich music scene.

Jan 07, 2016

First Listen: Tomato Dodgers’ “Revenge of the Space Ghost”

A new track from a local band for your listening pleasure.

Nov 13, 2015

First Listen: Heavy Breathing’s Airtight

Heavy Breathing’s new album Airtight makes sitting still a challenge.

Oct 20, 2015

Den-Mate Evolves Well Beyond A Bedroom Pop Project

Local act Den-Mate blends pop, electronic, and punk sounds for one-of-a-kind music.

 
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