Three weeks ago, John Stabb, singer from legendary D.C. hardcore act Government Issue, was attacked and beaten near his home in Burtonsville, Maryland. He describes the incident in a blog entry on Dag Nasty’s website: i’m about a block away from my place coming home after work & really exhausted. out from the outdor pool area of my condo community pops up 5 enthusiastic (now i’m thinking all hopped up on goofballs!) young hs kids….

MONDAY >> This is a grand week for Three Stars Alums. First up, we have the magical lyrics of new-wave pop rockers LeJeune(***) playing D.C.’s beloved Fort Reno Park. Also playing tonight are Pup Tent and Engine Room. Show starts at 7:15 p.m., free. >> Next in line, take in the Dischord-influenced sounds of Cataract Camp (***) as they play the backstage at the Black Cat. Back in 2006, we predicted that this band would…

>> Fort Reno continues tonight with LeJeune, Pup Tent and Engine Room. There’s a bit of a chance of isolated showers this afternoon and evening, but nothing that should prevent the free concert from going on around 7:15. >> There’s a stand-up comedy benefit show tonight starring Seattle comic Yoram Bauman –“the world’s first and only stand-up economist” — and four local comics: Tyler Richardson, Aparna Nancherla, Jason Weems, and Erin Jackson. Shows at…

If you’re like us, you’ve got more holiday parties to attend this weekend than you can count with your socks off. But just in case you’re still looking for more merriment, here’s a look at this weekend’s offerings. FRIDAY: >> Charm City’s own Lake Trout has been getting stellar reviews for their sophomore effort, Them, Not You. They also spent part of the fall opening up for the Pixies, which makes us so envious, we…