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Concert Review: Billy Joel at Camden Yards

Baltimore 2019 (Joel Seen the Lights Go Out on Charm City)

July 29, 2019 Dean Rogers Music, Music Reviews

Imagine, if you will, your favorite artist. Imagine yourself listening to their music on the radio, on television, or on LP’s. Now, imagine yourself growing up and hoping to see them one day LIVE in concert—a concert that it is a historic moment just for being the first concert at its venue. For the thousands in attendance on Friday night in Charm City, they can truly say that they were THERE when legendary Piano Man Billy Joel came to Oriole Park at Camden Yards and rocked them all.

Concert Revue: John Mayer at the Capitol One Arena

John Mayer Dazzles in the New Light inside Capital One Arena

July 25, 2019 Mi Lin Music, Music Reviews

On Tuesday, July 23, 2019, inside a jam-packed sold-out Capital One Arena, award-winning American singer-songwriter John Mayer looked fresh and comfortable with his beautiful guitar; wearing a grey collared shirt, jeans, and white kicks. As he walked on stage, he thanked his tens of thousands of super fans for supporting his world tour. No opening act needed.

Concert Revue: Nick Murphy (aka Chet Faker) At the 9:30 Club

Nick Murphy, Run Fast Sleep Naked

July 18, 2019 Alan Duckworth Music Reviews

The artist formerly known as Chet Faker, aka Nick Murphy, paired with the opening act Beacon at the 9:30 Club Wednesday evening. Nick Murphy is touring his new album Run Fast Sleep Naked. This is his first album since changing his moniker to his real name.

Concert Revue: Middle Kids + Local Natives at the 9:30 Club

Middle Kids + Local Natives Spiral Choir Tour

June 10, 2019 Alan Duckworth Music Reviews

The Middle Kids and Local Natives packed the 9:30 Club on Monday for the first of two sold-out concerts. The vibe was infectious. The music was loud. There was plenty of Edgar Allen Poe on tap.

at the 9:30 Club

On Vacation with Frenship

June 9, 2019 Alan Duckworth Music Reviews

Frenship made acquaintances with the 9:30 club Thursday night. They just released their debut album Vacation and are bringing it on tour.

at The Anthem

Passion Pit Closes Out Manners 10th Anniversary Tour in Style

May 29, 2019 Alan Duckworth Music Reviews

It has been 10 years since Passion Pit’s debut breakthrough LP Manners was officially released. To celebrate the occasion the sythpop group decided to head out on a special one month anniversary tour which came to a magnificent end right here in our nations capital.

Concert Revue: ABBARAMA at the Hamilton Live

Taking A Chance on ABBARAMA

May 18, 2019 Mi Lin Music, Music Reviews

On Thursday, May 16, 2019, I attended the ultimate throwback Thursday experience inside the beautifully designed Hamilton Live featuring the fabulous ABBARAMA. Of course, I had to order my very own delicious Dancing Queen punch and stop by the merch table to purchase my very groovy ABBARAMA T-shirt to set the mood.

Concert Revue: Dwele at the City Winery D.C.

Dwele provides the City Winery with a night of Neo Soul

March 10, 2019 Derrick Dunn Music, Music Reviews

Neo Soul singer Dwele made his debut at Washington D.C.’s City Winery on March 9^th, and graced the stage like a seasoned professional. The singer is currently on his “Ivory & Cream Tour,” and performed two back to back sold out shows that evening. I actually discovered Dwele’s music back in 2004 when I lived in England, as part of my Air Force enlistment.

Concert Revue: The Crawdaddies at Pearl Street Warehouse

Happy Mardi Gras with The Crawdaddies

March 7, 2019 Mi Lin Music, Music Reviews

On a fabulous Fat Tuesday night (March 5, 2019) I thoroughly enjoyed my first-time experience dining and dancing at Pearl Street Warehouse (PSW). According to their website, PSW showcases rock, country, folk, soul, bluegrass, rhythm, and blues acts from around the country; offering every seat in the house a front row experience.

Concert Revue! Gin Blossoms at the State Theatre

Gin Blossoms brings the New Miserable Experience to State Theater

February 18, 2019 Jeff Talbert Music Reviews, Uncategorized

On Saturday February 16th, the Gin Blossoms returned to State Theater in Falls Church VA and this year marks the 30th year as a music venue.

Walking up to the State Theater, it looks just like that, a theater. You walk in and it still has the charm of an old fashioned movie theater but then you walk into the main hall, that’s when the old mixes with the new in the form of a music venue.