These next two weeks will bring classic Brit rockers, up and coming alternative acts, and some good, solid rock to Washington D.C.
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On The Hill:
With over a decade of performing and five full-length albums under his belt, Justin Jones definitely knows what he’s doing. His music is filled with influence from blues, soul, and rock and roll, all culminating in just a guy and his guitar, along with the occasional piano or harmonica. According to Jones, his music “lives and breathes in the landscape that is America.” You can catch Justin Jones on April 8 at the Rock & Roll Hotel. Buy your tickets now.
If 80s British punk is more your speed, don’t miss Modern English. This band took the world by storm with their hit “I Melt With You,” which became a US Top 50 single in 1984 and is still immediately recognizable today. Four-fifths of the original band will perform at the Rock and Roll Hotel on April 10. They reunited for a reunion tour in 2010, but now they are back with their newest, highly anticipated album, Take Me to the Trees, as well as a full North American tour. Get your tickets here.
Around DC:
For fans of alt rockers like Kings of Leon, you will definitely want to check out The Weeks. The beat is contagious, the instrumentals sharp, and the energy high. Their newest album, Easy, is an incredible follow up to their last releases and is sure to put them on the map. Even though these musicians have logged 10 years of playing music together, they are just getting started on an even bigger journey. The Weeks will be playing at DC9 on April 6. Pick up your tickets now.
Baroness has had an incredible career bringing intense, yet melodic and enthralling, rock to listeners everywhere. Even after over 13 years of performing, 3 EPs, and 4 full lengths, these guys are still touring around the world playing in clubs and at festivals. Their song, “Shock Me,” was even nominated for a Grammy for Best Metal Performance. They will play at the 9:30 Club on April 12. This will be an exciting, high-energy show, so get your tickets now.
Sirius XM Alt Nation presents this year’s Advanced Placement Tour featuring Coast Modern, 888, and Sundara Karma. This tour is based on Alt Nation’s weekly show that introduces listeners to brand new music from up and coming artists. These three bands have taken over radio play with hits like “Hollow Life,” “Critical Mistakes,” and “Loveblood,” respectively, and continue to get bigger every day. Don’t miss the chance to see these three amazing bands all in one place at Songbyrd on April 14. Get your tickets here.
Biffy Clyro proves that the Scottish rock just as hard as the British. With worldwide tours, massive festival sets including Reading and Leeds, a headlining spot at Download Festival this summer, and an opening spot for the Foo Fighters, Biffy Clyro has made their mark. Their 2013 double album, Opposites, launched them into the spotlight, followed by 2016’s Ellipsis, which hit number 1 on the UK charts. This will definitely be an energetic, exciting show that you don’t want to miss. Biffy Clyro will play the the 9:30 Club on April 15. Pick up your tickets here.
Just Announced:
Rock and Roll Hotel
- 6/5: Ho99o9
- 6/13: Sorority Noise
U Street Music Hall
- 5/9: Run River North
- 5/13: Wavves
- 5/28: LP
9:30 Club
- 5/20: Cloud Nothings
- 6/4: Michael Kiwanuka
Songbyrd
- 5/8: Volumes
- 6/8: Carter Reeves
Check back in two weeks for more exciting upcoming shows!