Sophia Rankin and Benjamin Simon Take Matters Into Their Own Hands and “Level Up”
Recent Articles The Alchemist With the release of their single “Level Up,” Maryland-based artist Benjamin Simon and Arizona-based artist commit to sharing their love of music beyond the college classroom. The duo’s catchy pop track with call-and-response vibes showcases Simon’s production skills and musicianship, which draws from alternative pop, neo-soul, R&B, bedroom pop, and funk […]
Acoustic Open Mic at Union Stage Hosted by Rachel Levitin
Saturday, July 3
7 p.m. EDT
Washington, DC
Wylder at Ram’s Head on Stage
Friday, July 2
8 p.m. EDT
Annapolis, MD
Gwen Holt Proves “Extraordinary People” Exist
Recent Articles The Alchemist Extraordinary people still exist, and Gwen Holt’s “Extraordinary People” proves just that. Gwen Holt co-wrote the lyrics with Roy August to put some good news out into the world. Gwen wanted it to be about more than just the visible everyday heroes – people like her dad who risked his life […]
Rachel Levitin – Embrace The Scene
Rachel Levitin carves out time amidst the release of her latest single, “Off My Mind”, to join the Alchemicast with Andy Reed. Rachel describes how she began pursuing her calling in music in earnest around 2012 around her college graduation and about finding community within the Washington DC metropolitan music scene. She loves attending, working, or performing concerts – finding any way she can to be around music; even hosting open-mics at various DMV venues, including Union Stage, Jammin’ Java, and Songbyrd Music House, and as a voice for 501c(3) nonprofit ProjectHERA. Rachel talks about the songwriting process and collaborating with Tony Lucca for “HEAVY” which was released in February of 2021. Rachel is extremely loyal, which we attribute to her being a long-time Chicago Cubs fan, though she points out The Mighty Ducks as an influence and inspiration.
Ting Lin Shares Her Culture in Cantonese EDM Track, “Dream Chaser”
Recent Articles The Alchemist DC’s own singer, songwriter, performer, and fashion icon, Ting Lin releases the summer jam that you did not even know you needed. “Dream Chaser” is an entirely Cantonese Electronic Dance single and is the perfect song to dance along to with your friends at a party. It is about remembering the […]
Front Porch at Suitland with Tamara Jade
Saturday, June 26
7 p.m. EDT
Suitland, MD
Epicure Cafe Punk in the Parking Lot
Friday, June 25
7 p.m. EDT
Fairfax, VA
Juneteenth Celebration at WILD DAYS
Saturday, June 19
12 p.m. EDT
Washington, DC
The Cassaday Concontion w/Higher Numbers at Pearl Street Warehouse
Friday, June 18
8:30 p.m. EDT
Washington, DC
