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An appropriately subdued evening with José James
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The Zombies resurrect their famous album
The 1960s British band is playing “Odessey and Oracle” on a tour that stops at the Lincoln Theatre.
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The NSO starts its regular season with a promising debut
Conductor Donald Runnicles proves to have the right stuff to get a sometimes sloppy orchestra in line.
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Ryley Walker slathers jam on his electric folk songs
Improvisational guitarist and singer-songwriter plays Amp by Strathmore with Michael Chapman on Thursday.
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Kurt Vile showing off his full repertoire
Singer-songwriter comes to the 9:30 Club on Thursday with Waxahatchee and Luke Roberts.
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Zedd keeps things fresh
Russian-German DJ, at D.C. Armory on Friday, mixes blaring synths and beats with classical music training.
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Country newcomer Cam would like to sing you a song. Okay, two songs.
Make no mistake: This country singer from California is a hit machine.
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Ibeyi: 20-year-old twins with haunting and melodic songs
The duo’s performance at the 9:30 Club was packed with odes to their father, sister and deities.
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Frankie Ford, singer of ‘Sea Cruise,’ dies at 76
His 1959 hit — made when he was 19 — marked the high point of his career.
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Phil Woods, celebrated alto saxophonist in jazz, dies at 83
Mr. Woods performed alongside Dizzy Gillespie and Benny Goodman and was on Billy Joel’s 1977 hit “Just the Way You Are.”
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At the Fillmore, Nick Jonas tries on his latest persona
The singer mixes songs from his current phase — grown-up, R&B-inflected pop — with old favorites.
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Going Out Guide, Oct. 1-7, 2015
St. Mary’s College and Bowie State homecomings; Rocktoberfest; and Burgers & Brews for the Bay.
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The month’s best music: Young Thug, Fetty Wap, Windhand and more
A ranked selection of notable new recordings we heard in September.
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Kendrick Lamar is teaming up with the NSO for an Oct. 20 show at the Kennedy Center
The Grammy-winning West Coast rapper will perform songs from “To Pimp a Butterfly” with the orchestra.
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Washington National Opera’s ‘Carmen’ is halfway through run
The second cast isn’t quite as powerful.
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Estonian musician finds her voice digging in the library stacks
Maarja Nuut celebrates her folk roots with her fiddle playing and lyrics, often with a digital twist.
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CD reviews: Trifonov channels Rachmaninoff, Young’s Bruckner
Philadelphians showcase their signature composer; Young becomes first woman to record Bruckner.
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Ibeyi keeps it all in the family
Naomi and Lisa-Kaindé Díaz bring their spiritual sound to the 9:30 Club on Wednesday.
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Patti Griffin shares lessons about love and loss
Singer-songwriter will perform songs from her new album, “Servant of Love,” on Tuesday at the Birchmere.
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Ned Rothenberg and Evan Parker’s sonic tug-of-war
Jazz musicians and longtime collaborators will play two shows Sunday at Union Arts in Northeast.
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Kennedy Center offers well-meaning, feel-good tribute to Pope Francis
Hastily assembled concert joins NSO and WNO artists and showcases Latin American talent.
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Going Out Guide, Sept. 24-31, 2015
Das Best Oktoberfest; Riverfest; College Park Day; Double Sharp band; Explore @NASAGoddard.
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The strange (but fascinating) story of how ‘Buy Me a Boat’ became a No. 1 country song
Chris Janson was just another struggling Nashville artist until an unlikely collision of events.
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Met Opera opens with dark (but not blackface) ‘Otello’
Yoncheva, Nezet-Seguin stand out in somewhat clueless Sher production of Verdi’s masterpiece.
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Landmark Music Festival: What you need to know to see Drake, the Strokes and more
With 42 artists performing across two days, there’s plenty to see and hear at West Potomac Park this weekend.
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Music fit for a pope
For presenters, Pope Francis’s visit raises anew questions of which music best represents today’s church.
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Despite fabulous soloist, NSO gala flops
The gifted percussionist Martin Grubinger wasn’t enough to rescue an indifferent evening.
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Pianist Yefim Bronfman performs Prokofiev sonatas
The performance was in celebration of Shriver Hall’s 50th season in Baltimore.
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WNO’s ‘Carmen’: Enlivening the familiar
The season opens with respectable routine and Clémentine Margaine and Bryan Hymel in notable debuts.
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A lively Beethoven concerto opens Fairfax Symphony Orchestra season
With Alon Goldstein at the keyboard, the orchestra began its programming that includes all five piano concertos.
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CD review: An enlightened new recording of de Lalande
A thoroughly French take on “Leçons de Ténèbres;” plus a HIP recording that shines new light on Schumann.
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Baltimore Symphony Orchestra finds its rhythm in Thursday’s concert
The BSO concert Thursday included a wild “Masquerade” and a kooky version of the national anthem.
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Jidenna and Stromae: An intriguing pairing that makes some sense
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What’s next for Lianne La Havas?
The British singer-songwriter plays a sold-out show at the 9:30 Club on Wednesday.
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Turning it up a couple notches at the Hirshhorn
The Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden brings back its “After Hours” program with Tycho, and Silver Spring cranks the volume at Sonic Circuits.
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Rita Ora conquers at U Street Music Hall by just being herself
The “How We Do” singer has grown a lot as a performer since her 2012 debut.
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Pianist David Rubinstein offers wide-ranging program
The musician displayed strong technique and a nuanced touch in concert at American Art Museum.
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Lang Lang leads BSO into 100th season
The pianist pumped excitement into the orchestra’s gala on Saturday.
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A roaring and rollicking night from rock-and-roll Titus Andronicus
The group had a satisfying set at the Black Cat on Saturday night.
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With lissome French and a premier, Susan Graham sings a fine program
Her sold-out recital at the Kennedy Center offered a Jack Heggie debut and works from her French repertoire.
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‘Appomattox’: A new version of a new opera
Philip Glass’s 2007 Civil War opera comes to the District with a new Act II, about the Civil Rights movement.
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Low turnout, low energy for Lil Durk at 9:30 Club
The Chicago rapper struggled to carry the show without recording artist Gunplay.
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Ashley Monroe, rising above the chatter of country music
The singer-songwriter performs Oct. 29 at Washington’s Sixth & I Historic Synagogue.
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BSO at Strathmore skips the uncommon music in season preview
The musical tasting menu was a hodgepodge of mostly single movements from a range of pieces.
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Gospel stars unite at Kennedy Center: Rejoice!
The “Evolution of Gospel” concert celebrates the history of the genre in all its forms.
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According to Stromae, love — and Twitter — can break your heart
The French dance-music star comes to Echostage for a sold-out show on Wednesday.
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Godflesh takes its relentless stage show back on the road
Short North American tour brings industrial rockers to the District at Rock & Roll Hotell.
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Dirty Dozen Brass Band headlines the Rosslyn Jazz Festival
Free event is celebrating its 25th anniversary with Funk Ark, Debo Band and more.
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What happens when you’re one of Nashville’s richest stars? For Jason Aldean, it’s not all fun and games.
The country star talks his “love-hate” relationship with the tabloids and why he still hates when people call him “bro-country.“
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Going Out Guide, Sept. 10-16, 2015
Prince George’s County Fair; Maritime Concert Series; Indian Discovery Day; and animal show.
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CMA nominations: Chris Stapleton, Kacey Musgraves, Sam Hunt score nods as newcomers move in
Nashville’s most prestigious award show is going to look a little different this year.
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Pianos: Beyond the Steinway monoculture
The piano landscape is more varied than Steinway would have us think — but can it sustain its dominance?
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Kim Gordon leaves town: A road diary
Sonic Youth is done, the girl’s moved out, so Gordon rolled across America. Her iPhone took us with her.
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Rise of the female rock memoir
How Chrissie Hynde lost her band and Carrie Brownstein got outed, all in books that rock the bestseller list.
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Lil Durk is making a name for himself — and one you’ll remember
Young Chicago rapper comes to the 9:30 Club on Thursday.
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Nightlife Agenda: Labor Day Weekend gives you more time to party
Spend your long weekend at a pool party, dancing to a late-night DJ, skateboarding to a live band or celebrating Beyonce’s birthday.
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Pianos that strike a chord with adherents
Here’s a rundown of some of the industry’s leading instruments.
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Sheer Mag built this city on rock-and-roll
The Philadelphia quintet rolls into DC9 on Thursday.
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Pretenders’ Chrissie Hynde: No regrets about rape comments
Singer and songwriter talks about her memoir — of drugs, darkness and survival.
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Modest Mouse returns to the road
New record, “Strangers to Ourselves,” is the band’s first in eight years.
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After ‘Can’t Feel My Face,’ can the Weeknd get any higher?
The feel-good song of the summer is actually about feeling nothing at all.
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Going Out Guide, Sept. 3-9, 2015
Motown music concert; Kite day; Metal fringe workshop; Indian Head 100; and Doggie dive-in.
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A dozen events on September 12 offer something for everyone
One of the summer’s busiest days comes right at the end: a dozen events include festivals, concerts and a local state fair.
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In its third home, Trillectro festival finds its strongest beat yet
During the day, mosh pits emerged; later, Chance the Rapper moved the crowd like a latter-day James Brown.
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Reunited Arcangel and De La Ghetto spice up reggaeton, but sizzle’s missing
The duo did individual sets and battle-style songs at CocoCabana to save the genre — and signal solo careers.
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The month’s best music: Royal Headache, Destroyer, James Brandon Lewis and more
A ranked selection of notable new recordings we heard in August.
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Toots Thielemans: A harmonica titan looks back on a stellar career
His performing career may be over at 93, but the Belgian-born jazz giant is still a towering figure in the music.
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Trillectro seeks to keep its ultra-cool vibe in a new venue
Can the hyper-urban music festival maintain its edge as it moves out to the suburbs of Maryland?
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In reggae’s second generation
Stephen and Damian Marley, sons of the legendary Bob Marley, are interviewed before Wolf Trap appearance.
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Something to dance to: All Cows Eat Grass and George 2.0
Janelle Monae’s DJ is coming to town, and he’s bringing a futuristic musical collective with a pastoral name.
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How to make friends (with Drake) and influence people — Meet Babeo Baggins of Barf Troop
Leader of the Tumblr-born rap group is the face of a new kind of fame.
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Fifth Harmony: Sleek, slick and relatable
The moment’s favorite girl group had the tween fans shrieking through a concert at the Warner Theatre.
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Jazz guitarist Mike Stern is leaning toward the blues
Accomplished musician will perform with his own band at Blues Alley this weekend.
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Luke James is taking his own path to the top
R&B artist brings his soulful voice to the Birchmere.
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An emotionally charged performance from Kamasi Washington
He seemed to know right away what was needed after another day of tragedy in America.
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Bringing back the sounds of old Cuba
Buena Vista Social Club on “Adios Tour” with remaining original members and special guests.
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Mr. Scarface goes to Washington
The pioneering Houston rapper and Geto Boys founder performs at the Howard Theatre with Backyard Band.
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Going Out Guide, Aug. 27-Sept. 2, 2015
Country Life Outdoors Festival, “Chocolate Covered Rocky Horror,” and Trillectro music festival.
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Organist Brink Bush brings out the best of Bach
The performance was part of the Church of Epiphany’s Tuesday concert series.
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Some things can only be said in a tragic Mexican corrido — and here’s your chance
The American Folklife Center is presenting a workshop on how to write a Mexican corrido, or tragic ballad.
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Earl Sweatshirt shows off both sides of his personality at Fillmore
Rapper tackles serious issues while squeezing in moments of fun during concert.
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Even if One Direction does take a ‘hiatus,’ the group had a more spectacular run than anyone expected
No matter what comes next, the hugely popular boy band has cemented a place in music history.
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Glimmerglass season shines with vibrant vocal performances
Festival’s 40th season offers inspired versions of “Macbeth,” “Candide” and “Cato in Utica.”
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In life’s coda, master composer George Walker has a symphony in mind
At 93, Walker, the first African American to win a Pulitzer Prize for composition, is still working.
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A gritty Chris Stapleton delivers the whiskey-soaked goods
After years as a respected songwriter, the former SteelDrivers member wows at the Birchmere Flex Stage.
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Stephen Hough twists the kaleidoscope of Edvard Grieg’s moods
Stephen Hough unearths Grieg’s little gems in ‘Lyric Pieces’; a young, fresh take on the harpsichord.
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A singer’s pride in Africa
Rafiya’s worldwide experiences are reflected in her music, which she’ll perform at the Kennedy Center.
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California dreaming with Kamasi Washington’s ‘Epic’ sound
Jazz, pop and hip-hop musician finds deep space on his most recent album, “The Epic.”
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Fifth Harmony knows who’s ‘Bo$$’
Girl group brings its energetic act to the Warner Theatre on Wednesday.
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British house producer Leon Vynehall got it all on tape
He’ll spin songs from “Music For the Uninvited” and more Saturday night at Flash.
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From ‘Jessie’ to ‘Ricki,’ Rick Springfield keeps it fresh
Now playing a die-hard rocker on screen with Meryl Streep, Springfield brings his real band to Annapolis.
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Going Out Guide, Aug. 20-26, 2015
Outdoor concerts by Sound Proof Band, Split 2nd Band, Rocknocerus, and Lynn Hollyfield.
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Bob Johnston, music producer of Dylan and Cash, dies at 83
He oversaw landmark recordings such as Bob Dylan’s “Blonde on Blonde” and Johnny Cash’s “At Folsom Prison.”
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Santa Fe Opera breathes new life into epic Civil War tale ‘Cold Mountain’
The stunning set and world-class cast create adventure, romance and pathos in a vibrant musical idiom.
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At Nats Park, Zac Brown’s multiple musical personalities on display
As on the new CD he was supporting, the country singer hopped around styles. And the D.C. crowd loved it.
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Ukulele fans, unite!
Strum along to Strathmore’s annual outdoor Uke Fest, now entering its seventh year.
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Beef jerky: Listening to Drake and Meek Mill after the smoke clears
The rap feud entertained us for a couple of weeks, but the songs are already forgotten.
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Bruce Hampton gets the band back together, but for how long?
Col. Bruce Hampton and the Aquarium Rescue Unit tour hits Howard Theatre on Friday.
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Jorma Kaukonen is still keeping things interesting
Former Triumphs, Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna guitarist goes solo at Rams Head On Stage.
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‘Written on Skin’ brings theater to opera stage
The George Benjamin work is received in New York with ovations at its U.S. stage premiere.
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