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Title Tracks Live At WAMU
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Thaylobleu Live At WAMU
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More Humans Live At WAMU 88.5
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Mount Moriah Live At The Wilderness Bureau
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Sun Club Live At The Wilderness Bureau
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Bayonne Live At The Wilderness Bureau
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Possessed By Paul James Live At WAMU
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Mellow Diamond Live At The Wilderness Bureau
Near and Far
First Listen: Damien Jurado, ‘Visions Of Us On The Land’
Jurado finishes a trilogy of albums with a sprawling, 17-song story arc that leaves loose ends while remaining anchored in gorgeous songwriting and lush, layered indie-folk arrangements.
First Listen: Iggy Pop, ‘Post Pop Depression’
The rock legend’s new album with Queens Of The Stone Age’s Josh Homme is all sharp angles, hard muscles and decadent ecstasy.
First Listen: Glenn Jones, ‘Fleeting’
The American Primitive-style acoustic guitarist makes albums that fit together beautifully, working together rather than merely occupying the same piece of vinyl.
The Unspoken Rules, Norms And Secrets Of D.C.’s Go-Go Scene
Ask some music fans about D.C. concert audiences, and they’ll say our crowds suffer from paralysis of the feet. But as I reported recently in my story…
Announcement! Presenting The Best D.C. Tiny Desk Video, According To You
Growing up in a family of vocalists, Rich Trent didn’t always know he could sing. “I sang for my girlfriend in high school, and…
Are D.C. Music Audiences Tamer Than Most? We Looked Into It.
Update, 2 p.m.: Hear a discussion about D.C.’s allegedly subdued audiences on WAMU’s Kojo Nnamdi Show. Read the story that…
First Listen: Mind Spiders, ‘Prosthesis’
On Prosthesis, bandleader Mark Ryan indulges some of his obsessions: vaguely sci-fi-influenced, tightly wound rock ‘n’ roll, set off by dual drummers and portentous electronics.
First Listen: Lucius, ‘Good Grief’
As rapturous as the band’s second album feels in its catchiest moments, it’s all in service to songs that touch on the dueling bittersweet experiences of love.
Vote For Your Favorite D.C. Tiny Desk Contest Video
Update, March 7: We’re extending the voting deadline. Pick your favorite D.C. Tiny Desk Video until 3 p.m. March 7….
Premiere: Brutalism Explores The Softer Side Of Nihilism On ‘Amulets’
When Bandwidth inquired about Brutalism’s new single, “Amulets,” the group responded as a single entity. “The best way to understand…
Now D.C. Has Two Songs About Selling Drugs At Chain Stores
D.C. hip-hop imprint FHTMG calls itself “the most subversive record label in the world.” I’ve got another superlative for it: “most proficient…
Breakin’ Even Fest Spotlights The Poppier Side Of Punk
For a couple of guys who have married and settled down, touring with a rock band can be tough. So…
Brushy One String: Tiny Desk Concert
Subtlety and nuance are more easily found in minimalism than excess. Brushy One String’s sound is made by one big fat E-string and a rich, powerful voice.
Video Premiere: Indie Folkers Near Northeast Tell An Animated Story About Finding Home
When Kelly Servick moved to D.C. in 2013, she struggled to find a comfortable place for herself. “I was thinking…
Abir Has A Voice, And She’s Not Shy About Using It
Abir Haronni grew up in Arlington, Virginia. But the D.C. suburbs didn’t offer enough hustle for her. “New York is…
KCRW Presents: Bob Moses
Watch the U.S. live radio debut of the poppy electronic duo on Morning Becomes Eclectic.
Review: Thao & The Get Down Stay Down, ‘A Man Alive’
On her new album, Thao Nguyen and her band sound emboldened and unafraid to delve into some heavy, nervy stuff.
Review: Nada Surf, ‘You Know Who You Are’
Almost 25 years into its career, the stalwart power-pop band seems like an inexhaustible force on its eighth album, which smartly juxtaposes the epic and the everyday.
Review: Polica, ‘United Crushers’
The Twin Cities band’s roiling, hands-on electronic music hews between dance fare that could catalyze a club and slower new-wave sounds.
Review: M. Ward, ‘More Rain’
On his eighth solo album, the singer and multi-instrumentalist crafts a warm, thoughtful mood piece, buoyed by guest stars but desolate where necessary.