Jul 09, 2007
Weekly Music Agenda
MONDAY >> Today’s Fort Reno show features local indie poppers Greenland (***) with Statehood and Kitty Hawk. The weather report calls for clear skies, but bring water. 7:15 p.m., free. >> How about another free event? The Black Cat backstage will feature movies about punk rockers Murder City Devils and Anti-Flag. 9 p.m., free. >> This week marks the sixth year of the Hip-Hop Theater Festival, sponsored by the DC Commission on the Arts and…
Apr 26, 2007
Three Stars: Two If By Sea
These boys from Baltimore are no bandwagon band. They’ve been around since 2001 and have established themselves as local post punk revivalists from the very beginning. As commercially successful Brit pop sensations like Franz Ferdinand began popping up across the Atlantic, Two If By Sea was making a name for themselves here at home. But home is more than just Baltimore, and they’ve set up a virtual DC residency, frequenting venues such as DC9 and…
Nov 05, 2004
Out and About: Post-Election Recovery
Well, friends, it’s been quite a week. After the ups and downs of the election and Thursday’s O.C. premiere, we’re not sure our emotions can handle the wild rollercoaster ride any longer. That’s why it’s more important than ever to get out there and have a good time this weekend. FRIDAY: >> Washington Social Club plays the Black Cat this evening, with Two If By Sea and The Volunteers opening. $7. >> Well, this sounds…
Aug 13, 2004
Weekend Outlook
Here’s a quick sampling of what’s going on around town this weekend. Stay dry! TONIGHT: Music. Local bands you probably haven’t heard of: The Routineers, Two If By Sea, People Who Know People 9:30 @ Black Cat, 1811 14th St. NW Movie. Monty Python and the Holy Grail Midnight @ Visions Cinema Bistro (repeats Saturday at midnight) Help Visions kick the keg. $10. SATURDAY: Book Sale Starts 9 a.m. @ Radisson Barcelo Hotel, 2121 P…