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Yeah Yeah Yeahs Return to DC and Kick Off their Cool It Down Tour
The Yeah Yeah Yeahs brought their iconic brand of punk-infused rock and roll to the nation’s capital for the first time in over a decade, igniting the stage at the Anthem for an unforgettable evening of music and mayhem. The sold-out crowd packed the venue to capacity, eagerly anticipating the […]
IDLES Returns to DC to Bring Back the Love
Back in 2019, when IDLES made their first US stops in Baltimore and DC I came out of the experience saying believe the hype, and after having again witnessed this band take the stage at the 9:30 Club last year for two sold out shows and then again this past […]
Finding Revelation with Big Thief @ The Anthem, 4.21.22
Sometimes, the easy disenchantment of the music business overtakes us, its lab-grown and cut stones a little too much. Have you ever taken a fist-sized rock – maybe in your backyard, maybe somewhere in the woods – and cracked it against the ground, its hidden crystals shining on the pavement, […]
We Can’t Help But Focus on H.E.R. at The Anthem
On 10/25/2021, I was fortunate to be in the building as H.E.R’s Back Of My Mind Tour came to Washington DC. Many in the sell out crowd spent several hours outside in the rain (waiting for the doors at The Anthem to open), so they could find a prime spot close to the […]
H.E.R. Brings the “Back Of My Mind Tour” to The Anthem in DC on 10/25/2021
This month H.E.R. will be hitting the road for her “Back Of My Mind” Tour, which follows the release in June of her album of the same name. The tour will hit 9 cities in 19 days, including stops in: Franklin, TN on 10/10 Grand Prairie, TX on 10/13 Sugar Land, TX on 10/14 Boston, […]
Iron & Wine and Clexico take over The Anthem D.C.
Iron & Wine and Clexico are always what I put on when I need to be reminded to breathe. They’ve always had a delicate, soothing sound, and their new album is no different. Sam Beam, whose stage name is Iron & Wine, has the most comforting voice and beautiful lyrics […]
Grace Potter Shines on Stage at The Anthem in D.C.
Grace Potter walked onto the stage at The Anthem last night to a sea of fans anxiously waiting for (what all Grace Potter fans have come to expect from her shows) electrifying energy. Her charismatic smile and gorgeous velvet yellow outfit lit up the stage while she waved appreciatively at […]
Pigeons Playing Ping Pong Headline their First Show at The Anthem
Baltimore’s favorite, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong lit up D.C. with TWO shows this past weekend! They performed at the 930 Club on Friday the 6th and performed their first headlining show at The Anthem the following night. Pigeons have been out on tour since Halloween and are rounding out their fall tour […]
Deadmau5 Shakes the Foundations of The Anthem
If you were anywhere near the Wharf last Friday or Saturday night, it was not an earthquake that you were feeling… it was Deadmau5 shaking The Anthem to its core, quite literally. Joel Zimmerman, better known as Deadmau5, came into town with MSTRKRFT and Jay Robinson on Friday and played […]
DC 101-derland Night 1 at The Anthem
DC 101 is treating fans to a TWO night concert at The Anthem – the DC 101-derland. This past Tuesday, night 1 kicked off featuring Winnetka Bowling League, lovelytheband, and Cage the Elephant. The night was amazing from start to finish! Here’s a look at Night 1 of the DC […]
Get your Fix of Pigeons Playing Ping Pong this Weekend!
Baltimore’s favorite, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong will be lighting up D.C. with TWO shows this weekend! They will be hitting up 930 Club this Friday the 6th and playing the following night at The Anthem. You do not want to miss these shows! Pigeons have been out on tour since […]
Hozier Takes Us To Church At The Anthem
It’s a crazy phenomenon how music brings you back to a certain time with which you associate it. Andrew Hozier-Byrne, whose entire first album, simply entitled, Hozier, always brings me back to 2014, walking from my Chinatown apartment in Glasgow, Scotland to my grad school classes at The University of […]
Wilco, We’re The Ones Who Love You
I had only heard Jeff Tweedy play two different acoustic sets of Wilco classics before finally getting to hear the whole band in action last week. During the sold-out show at The Anthem, Jeff Tweedy seemed to keep his audience interaction at a minimum, hiding his curls beneath his low, […]
The Black Keys Join Up with Modest Mouse and Sell Out The Anthem
Saturday, October 12th felt like the beginning of fall when thousands of fans lined up at least two hours early for a sold-out show at The Anthem in Washington, D.C. for a mega-show headlined by alt rock band Modest Mouse and the garage and blues rock band, The Black Keys. Up-and-coming artist Jesse Wilson took the stage […]
David Lynch Hosts “Silence the Violence” Benefit Concert in D.C.
David Lynch Foundation will be hosting their extraordinary “Silence the Violence” benefit concert which will feature performances by headlining artists, Katy Perry, Norah Jones, and Mavis Staples. The benefit concert will bring the filmmaker and the artists together at The Anthem on Friday, October 11. The benefit concert will also showcase the talents of the Celebration Gospel Choir, Jeremy Elliot, and […]
Andrew Bird Leaves The Anthem Emotional With His Heart-Felt Vocals
I’ve been an Andrew Bird fan since about 2008, and this was my first-ever Andrew Bird concert. It did not disappoint. The crowd was seated at The Anthem as they took in the singer-songwriter’s philosophical tunes, heart-felt vocals, emotional violin, and signature whistling solos. Supported by cellist, Alan Hampton, drummer, […]
Bloc Party’s Silent Alarm Tour was on Fire at The Anthem
In March, Bloc Party announced that they would be doing a short US tour playing their debut album, Silent Alarm, in its entirety. The first official show of the tour was set to take place in Washington, DC at The Anthem. The band also added a stop at Riot Fest […]
Dr Dog Shake It Up at The Anthem
Dr Dog always put on a great show, and at The Anthem Friday night the Philadelphia-based band rocked DC on their tour with Texas songsmith Shakey Graves. The band, which is co-led by Toby Leaman (bass/vocals) and Scott McMicken (guitar/vocals) who share songwriting duties, has been putting out one brilliant […]
Of Monsters and Men have Returned
It’s been 3 years since Of Monsters and Men have toured the United States; however, the wait is finally over. The band have kicked off their U.S. tour, which spans the month of September, at The Anthem in D.C. and it was a great show! Of Monsters and Men are […]
Ben Folds and Violent Femmes at The Anthem
Last summer, Ben Folds teamed up with Cake for an amazing night of music at Merriweather Post Pavilion. This summer, Ben returns and this time, he is co-headlining a summer tour with Violent Femmes. Last night, the team stopped by The Anthem along with an opening performance by Savannah Conley. […]
The National Fires Up Emotions of The Nation’s Capital
I attended my first ever The National concert on Wednesday, and it did not disappoint. It was as dark of a set as I had imagined, but that didn’t bring down the energy the diverse crowd. The audience ranged from young hipsters to middle-aged alternative rock aficionados, who were all […]
Passion Pit Returns to D.C. and Delivers a Stand-Out Performance at The Anthem
The first time that I saw Passion Pit was at the 9:30 Club on May 6, 2015 for the “Kindred” tour. My friend had invited me to attend, and I had decided to go out of pure curiosity. At that time, “Take a Walk” was on constant radio rotation…it was […]
Judas Priest Fires Things Up at The Anthem
English heavy metal pioneers, Judas Priest, stopped at The Anthem in DC recently and I was there taking photos. The Almighty Priest are on tour in support of their most recent studio album, Firepower. Fans and venue staff alike rocked out as Priest dominated the stage. The “Metal God” himself, […]
Passion Pit Celebrates 10 Years at The Anthem on May 25th
There are some bands that really stick with me upon first listen. This was Passion Pit for me. When I first heard their debut album, Manners, I was hooked because every song on this album immediately lifts my mood. However, the synth-pop and indietronica beats are not the only thing […]
Jorja and Kali Team Up for an Amazing Performance at The Anthem
On April 28th, The Kali and Jorja Tour kicked off at The Anthem in Washington, D.C. with amazing and energetic performances by both artists! Jorja Smith took the stage first and performed songs from her critically acclaimed first album, Lost & Found. The crowd was pumped as they sang along […]
Kali and Jorja Kick off their Co-Headlining Tour at The Anthem
On April 28th, rising superstars Kali Uchis and Jorja Smith will take the stage at The Anthem to kickoff The Kali & Jorja Tour. Both artists have been making their own waves individually, but they have now teamed up for a tour that will surely be outstanding! Kali, fresh off […]
War on Women Took Control of The Anthem Last Thursday
I was at The Anthem last Thursday night to see Jawbreaker. At the time, I hadn’t really given too much thought about who was opening. I always get to venues early for shows but I had no idea what to expect with this opening performance. From the minute War on […]
Jawbreaker Returns to D.C. and Pummels The Anthem
8,387 days. That’s how much time had passed since the last Jawbreaker show I saw in DC. It was April 10, 1996, when Jawbreaker shared a stage with Fluf and Garden Variety at the Black Cat. To say I was psyched for this show would be a total understatement. When […]
Gary Clark Jr. is on Fire and Last Night he Lit up The Anthem
Gary Clark Jr. strolled onto the stage of The Anthem in Washington, D.C. wearing his fedora like a cape of a super hero guitar player. When he hit the first chords of “Bright Lights”, you realize he was sent here from another galaxy. As Gary sang out the lyrics from […]
Erykah Badu Moves the Capital of Amerykah
Ms. Erykah Badu arrived fashionably late to her Saturday night concert at the Anthem, and the wait was well worth it. The fog machines teased the giddy crowed as everyone watched the hazy stage in anticipation. Fans gripped their phones, ready to capture Erykah Badu’s first move. Puffs of smoke […]
Brothers Osborne: A Homecoming for Maryland Brothers.
A sold out country crowd gathered on Saturday Night at The Anthem D.C. to witness Brothers Osborne play all their hits and more. However, the night became more about being home than anything else. With TJ and John Osborne growing up in Deale, Maryland, this was a show they were […]
Interpol “Turns on the Bright Lights” at The Anthem
In June of 2002, Interpol played their first show in D.C. at the 930 Club. They opened for Clinic, and they had not yet released their first album, Turn on the Bright Lights. I remember there being a buzz about this band that was being compared to Joy Division. However, I […]
Looking for Some Live Music this Weekend? Greensky Bluegrass has You Covered
If you are looking for some great live music this weekend, then look no further. Greensky Bluegrass will be performing two nights at The Anthem, this Friday and Saturday evening. This will be a show you do not want to miss! Greensky Bluegrass has been making music for close to […]
Gary Clark Jr. Sparks a Fire with “This Land”
The reality of racism in this country is a hard pill to swallow. However, Gary Clark Jr’s newest single, “This Land”, the title track to his third studio album for Warner Bros. Records, reminds us that it something we need to address. This song powerfully brings to light that racism […]
