From Freedom 250:
“JUST ANNOUNCED: The lineup for The Great American State Fair is here — and it’s bringing the hits. 🇺🇸🎶
Martina McBride, Young MC, C+C Music Factory, Vanilla Ice, Milli Vanilli, The Commodores, Morris Day & The Time, Flo Rida, Bret Michaels …and many more.
16 days. 56 states and territories. One unforgettable celebration of America’s 250th — live on the National Mall. (more…)
photo courtesy Andy Brown
The following was written by Andy Brown, Owner & Founder, Andy’s Pizza. PoP-Ed. posts can be submitted via email to princeofpetworth(at)gmail(dot)com please include PoP-Ed. in the subject line.
Nothing, and I mean nothing, is more frustrating than paying more than you should for something. Anyone who has ever been to an airport knows the feeling well. Rising costs have impacted all of us. As owner and founder of Andy’s Pizza, I am proud that our city is taking the right steps by increasing minimum wage and launching programs where they can help facilitate food access, housing affordability, and transportation affordability (and resilience!). These steps, along with growth in education and jobs access are the only way forward.
As some of you know, Andy’s Pizza grew up next to 9:30 Club. For years I spent every waking minute on that block while our little shop grew big. That’s how I found out about The RESALE Act, a bill that aims to protect all of us from getting gouged by sketchy scalpers by capping the amount a concert or theatre ticket can be resold for. This is another way we can fight back for D.C. residents.
How big of a problem is it? Well, the numbers are staggering. (more…)
photo by Tim Brown
From the Library of Congress:
“Taylor Swift’s transformative pop album “1989,” Beyoncé’s standout “Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It),” The Go-Go’s debut album “Beauty and the Beat,” Vince Gill’s signature “Go Rest High On That Mountain,” Weezer’s self-titled debut “Weezer (The Blue Album),” Chaka Khan’s crossover hit “I Feel for You,” and Broadway’s original cast album of “Chicago” have been selected as some of the defining sounds of history and culture that will join the National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress in 2026.
Acting Librarian of Congress Robert R. Newlen today named 25 recordings as audio treasures worthy of preservation for all time based on their cultural, historical or aesthetic importance in the nation’s recorded sound heritage.
The 2026 class of inductees span 70 years of music and recorded sound, including: (more…)
photos by Refice’s friend Josh aka 10oz J.
Wild I totally missed this:
“Wednesday May 13
**SOLD OUT**
FLEA AND THE HONORA BAND
Doors at 7:00
Honora, Flea’s kaleidoscopic, bracingly forward-looking, and defiantly colorful solo debut. The album features Flea on his original instrument, the trumpet, as well as on electric bass. He is joined by some of the most fearless improvising artists currently active—drummer Deantoni Parks, bassist Anna Butterss, guitarist Jeff Parker, and saxophonist/producer Josh Johnson, and will tour as Flea and the Honora Band.”
Pretty sweet! (more…)
3632 Georgia Avenue, NW previously home to Mr. Braxton, Marrakech Moroccan Restaurant, Walters AND of course the BLUE BANANA
Boom:
“KURO LISTENING BAR — GRAND OPENING Saturday, May 16 · Doors at 2PM
Dim lights. Premium sound. Good company.
Kuro is DC’s newest listening experience: (more…)
Please courtesy National Gallery of Art
From a press release:
“DC’s favorite summer concert series returns to the National Gallery of Art this summer with Jazz in the Garden: American Sounds. This season highlights both rising voices and celebrated performers whose work reflects the evolving landscape of American music. Kicking off May 22, the series spotlights artists from across the country performing across genres including indie soul-funk, alternative bluegrass, salsa, jazz, rhythm & blues, blues, Americana, and brass band music.
For over 20 years, (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
The classic Easterns jingle has been part of DMV culture for decades, and we recently remixed it with DC Go-Go legends Junkyard Band to celebrate both the legacy of the jingle and 50 years of Go-Go in DC. To mark the moment, we’re hosting a free community Go-Go concert on April 12.
We’re celebrating 50 years of Go-Go and DMV culture by remaking the classic Easterns jingle with Junkyard Band. We’re also collaborating with Capital City Mambo Sauce to debut a commemorative mambo sauce bottle for the event. The celebration will be hosted by DJ Flexx at our Easterns Automotive Group location in Laurel.
It will be a free, family friendly community event with food, entertainment, and more.”
Background: (more…)
photo by Jeffrey Morris
From DC’s Office of the Attorney General (OAG):
“Following DOJ Settlement, Bipartisan 27-AG Coalition Will Keep Fighting to Restore Fair Competition to Live Music Marketplace
Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb released the following statement regarding the ongoing antitrust case against Live Nation, which owns Ticketmaster, for illegally monopolizing the live entertainment industry and concert ticketing services:
“DC’s live entertainment scene is vital to our local economy and culture, and the recently announced settlement is simply not adequate,” said Attorney General Schwalb. “Live Nation has raked in billions from an illegal monopoly that stifles artists, harms venues, and makes it harder for fans to see the performers they love. We will continue fighting to hold Live Nation accountable and restore competition to the live entertainment industry.”
Background on Lawsuit (more…)
Thanks to James (proprietor of RedRocks and frontman of O’Tasty) for passing on from Union Stage:
“O’Tasty – St. Patricks Weekend 10-Year Reunion Show
All Ages
Friday, March 13, 2026, 7:00pm
740 Water Street, SW
After a 10-year hiatus, O’Tasty are back! (more…)
5832 Georgia Avenue, NW previously home to Brightwood Bistro, Imm Thai and Milk and Honey Cafe.
From a press release:
“Three Whistles DC, a thoughtfully designed space to eat, drink, work and gather, will officially celebrate its grand opening on Wednesday, February 25. Designed as a modern third space, Three Whistles brings together a flexible workspace, an all-day café and espresso bar, evening dining and bar service, and a future slate of cultural programming under one roof. Founded in Clarendon, Virginia, the first Three Whistles location quickly became known for blending café culture, flexible work environments, and a strong sense of community. The Brightwood/16th St. Heights opening marks the brand’s flagship location in DC.
The Three Whistles DC team has put together an award-winning food and beverage program with Chef John Mohl, formerly of Virginia’s Darling and Stracci, at the helm for food and Keith Butler, previously a coffee roaster with Grace Street Coffee, leading the café. (more…)