Explosions In the Sky perform 2 sold-out shows in DC at the 9:30 Club.
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VIAGRA BOYS KICK OFF WINTER TOUR AT THE 9:30 CLUB
Just a few months ago I had never heard of the Viagra Boys. Then all of a sudden my musician friends started bringing them up and telling me how much they loved them. When those friends tell me about a band it piques my interest because they usually hear something […]
Enthralled by and In Thrall to Kevin Morby @ The 9:30 Club, 10.22.22
When I listen to music, I have at least one of a few goals: (1) to get lost (2) to get found (3) to get transported When I go to shows, I have at least one of a few goals: (1) to lose myself in the many (2) to find […]
Kennedy Center Couch Concert: Cecily and Deborah Bond
As we are painfully aware, the current pandemic has eliminated most in person activities, including concerts. That is causing significant challenges for artists as they try to make a living and also get the exposure they need to showcase their talents. One positive trend that has emerged during this time is the […]
The 930 Club Celebrates 40 Years of Live Music
I have seen close to 200 bands perform on the stage of 930 Club. I have spent hours listening to music in the photo pit, from the rail, leaning on the stage, in the balcony, and at the bar. I have attended shows here with old friends, new friends, lovers, […]
Baby Rose Delivers an Impressive Homecoming Performance at Songbyrd Music House
On February 24th, rising star Baby Rose brought her uniquely impressive voice to the Songbyrd Music House in DC as part of her To Myself Tour. The tour started on 2/20 in Chicago and ends in Oakland on 3/16. Baby Rose has a strong international following as well; she will be performing in major European […]
Cold War Kids at 930 Club
Fans were wrapped around the building and down the corner awaiting Cold War Kids and Overcoats show at 9:30 Club, Despite the rain and frigid temperatures. It was a packed night as things were sold out and for good reason. Things started off with the colorful and cheery Overcoats. Immediately […]
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 […]
Raphael Saadiq Amazed DC at the 930 Club this past Sunday
On Sunday night, February 9th, the incomparable Raphael Saadiq brought his highly anticipated Jimmy Lee Tour to DC’s 9:30 Club. Mr. Saadiq, a native of Oakland, CA, is a brilliant musician (bass and guitar among other instruments), singer, songwriter and producer who started his career with the legendary group Tony! Toni! Toné! before embarking on […]
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 […]
Melanie Fiona Delivers a Glowing Performance at Howard Theatre
Recording artist and two time Grammy award winner, Melanie Fiona, brought her show to the legendary Howard Theatre in Washington, DC on 5/23/19. Her immense vocal talents and engaging personality were on full display! Fiona, a native of Toronto Canada, first came on the scene in 2009 with her amazing […]
Lizzo’s Two-For-One Special: Therapy and a Concert
I had been excited about this concert for months. I’ve loved Lizzo’s music since “Good as Hell” debuted in the film “Barber Shop: The Next Cut” in 2016. The 9:30 Club was filled with an incredibly giddy and friendly crowd, who chanted Lizzo’s name until she appeared on stage singing […]
Teenage Fanclub will give us a Taste of the 90’s this Saturday at 930 Club
You’re running out of time to pick up tickets to see Scottish rockers Teenage Fanclub. The band’s 1991 album Bandwagonesque was famously rated “album of the year” by SPIN magazine, besting Nirvana. Their music provided the soundtrack to the lives of many fans who grew up in the 90’s. The […]
Mike Doughty Delivers a Stellar Version of Ruby Vroom at U Street Music Hall
Soul Coughing was one of my favorite bands in the 90’s. Their album Ruby Vroom has always been one of my top 10 favorite albums of all time. So, you can imagine my excitement when I heard that Mike Doughty was touring to celebrate the 25th anniversary of this album […]
The Wood Brothers Return to the Area and You Don’t Want to Miss Them
The Nashville based trio, which features bothers, Oliver and Chris Wood along with Jano Rix, have just released their sixth full length album. One Drop of Truth is considered their most dynamic and showcases songs that each resemble a short-film by their story-telling nature. In support of their new album, […]
