No, It Ain't No Surprise
Photo By Ron KriselYou know what too much self-proclaimed "rock music" is missing these days? Swagger. Sure, some acts out there can talk the talk, and some can walk the walk, but few, if any, seem to...
View ArticleAlligators
Photo From band's MyspaceA little crunchy, a little, salty and a little sweet, like Crunch n' Munch for your ears. That's Alligators in one pop-culture referencing, brand-name approved nutshell. "Where...
View ArticleLive Fast... Die Sexy
Death by Sexy. Let that honeyed phrase roll off your tongue a few times. Yes, it's the punchline to a really bad joke that you've probably heard a million times, as well as the title of an Eagles of...
View ArticleHoney Claws
Let's take a trip in the way back machine (Sherman and Peabody? Rocky and Bullwinkle? Anyone?... Bueller? God, I'm old). Anyway, we've arrived in 1986 and for some strange reason, Peter Gabriel, Adam...
View ArticleBlack Joe Lewis and the Honeybears
There's only one way I can truly describe Black Joe Lewis and the Honeybears - they take it to church... As in catching the holy ghost, shout it out loud, hands in the air soulful funk the likes of...
View ArticleThe Area Weekend: Welcome Back! Part One
When I saw the calendar for the weekend, I initially thought that Joe was out of his skull and put down shows for the wrong dates. Then after some quick fact checking, I found the truth. Every band and...
View ArticleThe Area Weekend: Welcome Back! Part Two
Hope you all had fun last night. Tonight and Sunday are just as loaded, so without further delay, here's what to check out:Eulogies(photo by brantley gutierrez, via bands myspace)Some bands are...
View ArticleThe Area Weekend: Welcome Back! Part Three
I thought I would never say this, but the weekend is finally coming to an end. Fortunately (for me), Sunday is much lighter in action than the past two nights. Don't forget to check out Friday and...
View ArticleThe Local Weekend: Another Stacked One
After last week's trifecta of musical information, this weekend is a welcome respite. Not as heavy, but still plenty to check out. Got big plans this weekend, so I am keeping it somewhat brief. Check...
View ArticleRelease The CDs!
A couple of local favorites that we cover regularly are dropping new discs Friday night, unfortunately not in the same place.Harrisburg, PA's Abbey at ABC is the scene for one of the best local...
View ArticleThe Local Thursday: Prepping for the Weekend
After a few days off due to holidays, day trips and other things that have popped up, I am finally back on track and will give you some ideas for what to spend your time and money on Thursday and the...
View ArticleThe Regional Weekend: Gonna Be A Hot One, Part I
Looks like a preview of summer is heading our way, with highs getting close to 90 in some places. The unexpected heat is not going to keep the weekend show line-up from happening. It's another full...
View ArticleReturn of The Beanstalk Library
DC's The Beanstalk Library have been MIA for awhile. However, we have recently learned that after some tweaking of the lineup, the band is getting ready to return with new songs and a new live band....
View ArticleThese United States Take On Video Games
I tend to cover a lots of ground on the internet and as I was browsing around on some of the more geekier ends, I stumbled upon this video game trailer for Call of Juarez: Bound In Blood:As you watch...
View ArticleMidweek Shows
Tereu Tereu by Shervin LainezNow that the summer is more or less here, the area is starting to get some great shows during the week. A few bands are stopping through the area with a couple of dates, so...
View ArticleCasper Bangs
Photo By Shervin LainezWhen I started this site 3 years ago, there was a DC band that caught my attention. Armed with wit and killer hooks, The Hard Tomorrows, were poised for good things. Then, in the...
View ArticleThe Holiday Weekend: Saturday
Friday is in the books. Saturday is a repeat of the day before. Phily's line-up declines greatly. Baltimore and DC carry the majority of the shows. Here's what to check out:I'll be down in DC at the...
View ArticleThe Holiday Weekend: Sunday and Monday
Holy Fuck By James MejiaAs the weekend winds to a close, the BBQ scene heats up and the shows start to wind down. However, there are still a few things to see before we have to return to work on...
View ArticleContest: Doves in DC
Alright, this is a good one, so I will just get to the point. Doves are playing a show in DC on Saturday night at 9:30 Club with Wild Light. The show is sold out and everyone is trying to score some...
View ArticleThe Local Weekend: Kicking June Off Right Part I
Another month has passed us by. Summer is starting. Time for great music to come through the area in massive quantities. This weekend is no exception. Friday is loaded with big names and your local...
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