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I Pledge Allegiance…
Possibly one of the best things about DC is its transient nature. In a nation founded on the heterogeneous philosophy of bringing “your tired, your poor, your huddled masses” into the arms of Lady Liberty, its capital is the epitome of the melting pot our nation grew up as and into. What band could represent the District — filled with such an assortment of life and culture — better than These United States?
These United States
Folk Rock
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10.23.09 |
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Wearing an Ugly Purple Sweater
It’s possibly the worst present you could receive as a kid. As a DC music lover, it’s one of the best: an Ugly Purple Sweater. Within the boarders of our beloved district, there’s a man and a woman who took it upon themselves to name their “apocalyptic folk rock” duo after this most unfortunate pieces of clothing. But why? Does the music make you feel embarrassed when you wear it? Does it scratch at your neck so incessantly that you’re bound to pull the collar way out of whack? Quite the contrary, dear friends.
Ugly Purple Sweater
Folk Rock
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09.21.09 |
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More Than Gain Control: Girl Loves Distortion
Anyone can work a gain knob. Hook up to the amp nearest to you and turn it up until the cone flies into the next room. Done. But if you’re looking for real “distortion,” one could suggest you head to your nearest local vinyl emporium (say, like Crooked Beat in Adams Morgan, for example) and get your hands on a hot little record named “You Better Run, Your Highness”, crafted by Petworth locals, Girl Loves Distortion.
Girl Loves Distortion
Rock
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08.27.09 |
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Prabir and the Substitutes: Class is in Session
Here at DoS, we’re all about broadening our horizons. A new perspective on things can open up a world of possibilities. This is exactly why we took it upon ourselves to broaden our DC outlook a little farther south down I-95 to our friends in a land sometimes known as “RVA” or Richmond, Virginia. For many, the only thing they may know about Richmond is that it’s halfway to the Outer Banks, but born from the capital of Old Dominion is a little five-piece band known as Prabir and the Substitutes.
Second Star to the Right and Straight on till Morning
Once upon a time there was a young boy who couldn’t and wouldn’t grow old, because to grow old meant you had to one day die. Who wants to do that when you can learn to fly, lead a group of misfits or fight a pirate with a hook for a hand? Everyone knows the story. Peter Pan marks a special place for folks, both young and old. Now imagine being a part of it–a part of Neverland, a part of the Lost Boys, a part of the legend. This is exactly what child actor Bobby Driscoll was–he was Peter Pan–at least in movie form. Bobby was the voice and the live action model for Peter in Disney’s 1953 animated version of the classic tale. Bobby’s story is the main inspiration for DC artist Benjy Ferree’s new album, “Come Back to the Five and Dime Bobby Dee Bobby Dee.”
Benjy Ferree
Rock
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06.04.09 |
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