Manhattan Murder Mystery Kills Latest Video for ‘KillRockStars’
More to Watch By Jaci Jedrych Do you ever feel like things just never work out, like an alien in a world that doesn’t understand you? Well, after seeing the video for “KillRockStars’” by Manhattan Murder Mystery, you will. Manhattan Murder Mystery is a rock band. To use their own words, “Matt writes songs and […]
Outerloop Offers Edgy New Singles
Recent Articles By Jaci Jedrych Post-punk, art-rock band Outerloop is bringing a new sound to the DMV music scene with their new songs “El Control” and “Seeping Mirrors.” These are the Northern Virginia-based group’s first recorded tracks. A standout aspect is the bilingual lead vocalist Taisha Estrada, who melds the art-rock sound we know and […]
The Slang Reminds Us That ‘Nothing Lasts Forever’
More to Watch By Jaci Jedrych With intricate, striking guitar riffs and gritty, full vocals, The Slang is back with their newest single, “Nothing Lasts Forever.” D.C.-based duo John Bobo and Felix Neito’s music tests the limit of genre, fusing power-pop, alternative, and contemporary rock. Lead vocalist/multi-instrumentalist Bobo handles the majority of the songwriting, while […]
The Firnats Walk ‘Toward a Beacon’
Recent Articles By Jaci Jedrych Featuring funky vocals and grunge guitar, The Firnats’ latest EP “Toward a Beacon” is a unique, intriguing sonic collection. Formed in 2015, the Northern Virginia-based band has found their niche in the Richmond music scene. When lead singer Sean Flanagan moved south to attend Virginia Commonwealth University, he found the […]
Late Postcard Has ‘No Time’ to Waste
Recent Articles By Jaci Jedrych Late Postcard splashed into the DMV music scene with their debut single “No Time.” The danceable tune and smooth vocals make this song a sure-fire hit and a perfect end-of-summer tune. The D.C.-based group is a four-piece. Three members attended the same college, two in a shared a cappella group, […]
Kate Brunotts Is More Than ‘PROJECTIONS’ on the Wall
More to Watch By Jaci Jedrych New York-based Kate Brunotts is carving herself out a space in the crowded music scene with her newest single, “PROJECTIONS,” dropping on August 20. Brunotts is a freshly minted New Yorker, and her unique sonic feats set her apart from the crowd. She is present in the popular indie/bedroom […]
Christie Dashiell: Singer, Songwriter, Educator, Legend
Christie Dashiell “came out of the womb singing.” Dashiell, who has been part of the D.C. music scene for nearly 15 years as a vocalist, composer, and educator, says her ability to be truthful has given her staying power. Learn more about Dashiell’s inspiring story with contributing writer Jaci Jedrych, including what it was like to collaborate with Wynton Marsalis, her experience working with close family in her band, and her list of tour essentials.
Dream Demon Offers Listeners a ‘Bargain’
Recent Articles By Jaci Jedrych Dream Demon is not your typical band. It is a collective of West Coast-based bands: Scott Mercado of San Diego’s Manuok, Via Satellite, and Black Heart Procession; Mike Sparks, Robert Cheek, and John O’Connell of Seattle’s By Sunlight; and Ben Heywood of LA’s Giant Waste of Man. Dream Demon began […]
What’s ‘Next’ For M4TR?
Recent Articles By Jaci Jedrych Music can be a powerful tool for activism, something that inspired the genesis of M4TR (Music 4 The Revolution). Evolving from their origins as a live band in the DMV, their latest album, “Next,” was home-produced during quarantine. M4TR began as a live band in 2017, releasing a number of […]
KHI INFINITE Appeals to Listeners with ‘EASE’
More to Watch By Jaci Jedrych Chesapeake, Va.-based KHI INFINITE offers a new iteration of his distinct sound in his second single of the year, “EASE.” The 20-year-old hip-hop artist has been passionate about music since a young age. As his Spotify bio reads, “IF YOU WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT ME, LISTEN TO MY […]
