1215 U Street, NW
From a press release:
“The Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC (GMCW) continues its 35th season with a concert saluting country music entitled Boots, Class & Sass to be presented on March 12, 2016 at 8:00pm; March 19, 2016 at 3:00pm and 8:00pm and March 20, 2016 at 3:00pm at the Lincoln Theatre, located at 1215 U Street NW, Washington, DC. The concert will be conducted by GMCW Artistic Director Thea Kano. (more…)
Photo by flickr user CN
Represent, represent!!
From a press release:
“The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts announced today the launch of its inaugural Hip Hop Culture series in the 2016–2017 season. This new programmatic platform recognizes Hip Hop’s contributions to global culture and its role in promoting values such as courage, freedom, justice, and service—principles that are part of the Center’s John F. Kennedy Centennial Celebration. A national and international phenomenon, Hip Hop culture authentically promotes these values through five core elements—deejaying, emceeing, breakdancing, graffiti writing, and knowledge of self—carrying with them the power to build and transform communities through art and action. With this new offering, the Center also aims to increase opportunities for community involvement and participation within its programs. (more…)
See why hundreds in DC (and beyond) are discussing the new video for Tarica June's politically-charged song "But Anyway".
Posted by Tarica June on Saturday, March 5, 2016
Thanks to a reader for sending this awesomeness. And I say this as a yuppie or maybe a “hipster ho”, I don’t know anymore, it depends on when I’ve last done my laundry. Either way I love this. Sadly by me loving this I fear I may have killed their street cred. Apologies if so! Anyway, some NSFW language. “Abu Rahss x G Wang – Trader Joe’s”
“Old Engine 12 Firehouse Restaurant
1626 N Capitol St NW,
I’m back this Friday 7-10pm! Featuring Matvei Sigalov & Russell Rodgers
Old Engine 12 presents….a warm, intimate & comfortable space to enjoy live music, food & drinks — dancers welcome!
Live Jazz & Brazilian Music performed by:
Elin Kathleen Melgarejo – Vocals
Matvei Sigalov – guitar
Russell Rodgers – Bass
Friday, February 19th
Second Floor Ballroom
No Cover Charge”
screenshot via live at 9:30
From a press release:
“Launching nationwide on public television this April is a new series unlike any other: “Live At 9:30 Hosted by Squarespace” – an unpredictable, modern-day music variety show.
Off the beaten path in Washington, D.C. is one of the world’s greatest music venues — the 9:30 Club. It’s the most-attended music club of its size in the world – a 1200-person venue where world-famous artists have started their careers, refined their sounds, and played legendary shows. Now it’s home to TV’s most groundbreaking music show.
Each cinematic, one-hour episode of “Live At 9:30” will feature a collection of acts from different genres, interspersed with insightful and entertaining interviews, short films, and comedic bits. In a word: variety; variety that people will be talking about. Filmed unobtrusively with more than a dozen cameras, including hidden GoPros and an airborne cable-cam, “Live At 9:30” will be unlike any music show on TV today. (more…)
Reed Appleseed hosting last monday via Boundary Stone
Boundary Stone is located at 116 Rhode Island Ave, NW. Half priced drafts and open mic starts at 10pm every Monday night. You can see what’s on tap here. Email [email protected] if you want to sign up.
Photo by PoPville flickr user Bossi
From a press release:
“The Washington Nationals and Live Nation Entertainment are proud to announce that by overwhelming demand, Legendary Musician Billy Joel will return to Washington, DC to perform at Nationals Park on Saturday, July 30, 2016.
This performance will make Billy Joel the first artist in history to play Nationals Park in a record-setting third appearance. Tickets for the general public go on sale Friday, January 29 at 10:00 AM at Nationals.com/BillyJoel. (more…)
Last week I, again, lamented the loss of the great HR-57. Perhaps it is time to stop lamenting and start celebrating a new(ish) spot in Brookland. A glowing review from November happened to come across my Facebook page recently from Capitalbop:
“On a recent Sunday night at Brookland’s Jazz and Cultural Society, Dr. John Lamkin II piped luscious, honey tones from his trumpet, propelling his quartet through Miles Davis’ “Seven Steps to Heaven.” Trading crisp solos, the group of dapperly suited musicians went on from there to play a range of jazz standards, electrifying the intimate, amber-lit room, which quickly reached standing-room-only status.”
The Jazz and Cultural Society’s website says:
“The Jazz and Cultural Society is a not-for-profit jazz club in the Brookland neighborhood of Washington, DC.
All shows are $5 at the door (cash only) unless otherwise noted.
Most shows run from 6:00-9:00 pm (drop by anytime you like).
All ages are welcome. Beverages are $1 a piece. No alcohol is allowed or served on premises. The Jazz and Cultural Society now sells food. Please support a local catering company and refrain from bringing in outside food and beverages into the establishment.
JACS is located at 2813 12th street NE DC between Rhode Island Avenue and Brookland Metro stations, close to bus lines and there is plenty of street parking too.”
It would be great if they had BYOB like the old HR-57 but this sounds amazing. Anyone stop by yet?
Last month we spoke about concerts we wish we had seen but today let’s talk about one’s we actually have. In honor of the 9:30 Club’s 35th anniversary and 20 years at the current location – what was the greatest show you’ve seen at either spot? I’ll narrow it down to three – Wilco (when it snowed) I think Jan. of 2004 or something like that – was spectacular. Drive By Trucker July 2005 epic. And the first time I saw Thievery Corporation Live my mind was blown (blown to the extent I have no idea what year it was.) So many favorites, really hard to narrow down – anyway try! What was your number 1 or top 3 favorite shows you’ve seen there?
Side note: Anyone get tickets to the “9:30 WORLD’S FAIR” EXHIBITION? (more…)
