We caught up with Speedy Ortiz guitarist/singer Sadie Dupuis about songwriting inspirations, strip clubs and crappy television.

During springtime concert season in D.C., it can be hard to decide what shows to see. So, here are our reviews of sixteen acts that we saw at SXSW who are coming through town imminently.

Speedy Ortiz plays at The Dougout tonight. Check out a the band’s new song “Everything’s Bigger.”

The guitar-driven rock of Speedy Ortiz was a raucous delight for the dedicated crowd at Comet Ping Pong on Sunday night.

90s enthusiasts Speedy Ortiz play Comet Ping Pong on Sunday. Check out their single “Plough.”

Cassettes—yes, cassettes—are making a comeback. Here are the best reel-to-reel releases of 2012.