#the war and treaty is country with some soul rock and blues

[a-new-dork]

I listened to a new song (Dumb Luck by The War and Treaty) yesterday with a melody that reminded me of another song. I spent a good portion of my day with that short melody on repeat in my head while I tried to remember the lyrics that go with it.

You'll be mine forever. NOPE

Cross my heart forever. NOPE

I even tried doing those apps where you hum the melody and they find your song but I got nothing. I did this so many times.

Finally, by the time my sanity became nothing more than a few chords, I go to bed and decide to go looking through my giant Spotify playlist of nearly every song I've ever enjoyed since I began using Spotify in 2012 (about 232 hours of music) in an attempt to try to remember if any songs I see are the song that's been stuck in my head all day.

It took almost half of hour of scrolling through music and being very careful not to accidentally play a song when my fiancé is asleep next to me, but

I. DID. IT.

The song stuck in my head was Til the Day I Die by Paul Cauthen.

Then I slept like a baby.

[thechanelmuse]

My Top Albums/EPs of 2023

It's that time.

It's a tradition of mine to post my end-of-the-year music list. I used to get music questions + recommendations all the time. This goes back to the days of the Hypster Music Player we used to have on our pages (remember those lol) before the DMCA roll out.

As a heads up, I'm a violinist with a BFA in Music and Audio Production. I'm a timbre listener first 🤷🏽‍♀️. No surprise there. Some people listen to music for the lyrics first, melody first, a catchy hook first, etc. I'm a tone color and texture person as it relates to vocality, instrumentation, and the arrangement/combination of frequencies altogether. (For more on that and how you can confirm/discover what kind of listener you are, this book, which I reviewed, is a go-to.)

Here's my list of albums you may know and some that'll be your first introduction. I had a number of honorable mentions, but this is already long enough 🙃 lol. Enjoy!

JAZZ

Adam Blackstone - Legacy: The Instrumental Jawn and The Legacy Experience Live (2 albums)

André 3000 - New Blue Sun

Brandee Younger - Brand New Life

Braxton Cook - Who Are You When No One is Watching?

Brian Blade & The Fellowship Band - Kings Highway

Christian McBride - Prime

Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah - Bark Out Thunder Roar Out Lightning

Fred Hersch & Esperanza Spalding - Alive At The Village Vanguard

Jason Moran - From the Dancehall to the Battlefield

Jeremy Pelt - The Art of Intimacy, Vol. 2: His Muse

Jonathan Blake - Passage

Joshua Redman - where are we

Meshell Ndegeocello - The Omnichord Real Book

New Breed Brass Band - Made in New Orleans

Roy Hargrove - The Love Suite: In Mahogany

Samara Joy - Linger A While (Deluxe Edition)

Theo Croker, Ego Ella May & D'LEAU - BY THE WAY

SOUL/BLUES (ROCK)

Baby Rose - Through and Through

Christone "Kingfish" Ingram - Live in London

Cleo Sol - Gold

Cory Henry - Live at the Piano

Danielle Ponder - Some of Us Are Brave (Deluxe)

Durand Jones - Wait Til I Get Over

Gabriels - Angels & Queens (Deluxe)

Ghost Hounds - First Last Time

Junior Wells & Buddy Guy - Live in Hiroshima 1975

Nina Simone - You've Got To Learn (Live)

October London - The Rebirth of Marvin

Various Artists - Written in the Soul: The Stax Songwriter Demos 👈🏾 7+ hours of goodness 🤌🏾

Wyn Starks w/ Fisk Jubilee Singers - At the End of the River - EP

GOSPEL

Anthony Brown & group therAPY - Affirmations

Jekalyn Carr - The Living Word

Jonathan McReynolds - My Truth

Kirk Franklin - Father’s Day

Tamela Mann - Overcomer (Deluxe) — 2022 album I missed

Tye Tribbett - All Things New (Live In Orlando)

The Walls Group - Four Walls

COUNTRY

Caitlyn Smith - High & Low

Chapel Hart - Glory Days ("Redneck Fairytale" track gotta go tho cuz chile what 🙃)

Chris Stapleton - Higher

Colbie Caillat - Along the Way

Dalton Dover - Never Giving Up On That

Darius Rucker - Carolyn's Boy

Ingrid Andress - Good Person (Deluxe)

Kelsea Ballerina - Rolling Up the Welcome Mat (For Good)

Luke Combs - Gettin' Old

Megan Moroney - Lucky (Deluxe)

Taylor Swift - Speak Now (Taylor's Version)

The War and Treaty - Lover's Game

FOLK/AMERICANA

Billie Marten - Drop Cherries

Eva Cassidy - I Can Only Be Me

Kara Jackson - Why Does the Earth Give Us People to Love?

Kina Grannis & Imaginary Future - I Found You

Mitski - The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We

Noah Kahan - Stick Season (We'll All Be Here Forever)

Sunny War - Anarchist Gospel

HOLIDAY

Brandy - Christmas with Brandy

Gregory Porter - Christmas Wish

Samara Joy - A Joyful Holiday

BLENDED GENRES

chlothegod - Nearly Straight

Jamila Woods - Water Made Us

Kali Uchis - Red Moon in Venus

Kelela - Raven

L'Rain - I Killed Your Dog

Little Dragon - Slugs of Love

Niia - Bobby Deerfield

Prince & The New Power Generation - Diamonds and Pearls (Super Deluxe Edition) 👈🏾 7+ hours of goodness 🤌🏽

Prince & The New Power Generation - Live at Glam Slam

Sampha - Lahai

Various Artists - Birthright - A Black Roots Music Compendium

R&B

Aliah Sheffield - These Songs Are For Anyone Sick of Earth

Cleo Sol - Heaven

Coco Jones - What I Didn't Tell You (Deluxe)

Emily King - Special Occasion

Kenyon - The R&B You Love

Kyra - as things grow

Leon Thomas - Electric Dusk

Madison McFerrin - I Hope You Can Forgive Me

PJ Morton - Watch the Sun Live: The Mansion Sessions

The Shindellas - Shindo

Terrace Martin & Ashley Isley - I Left My Heart In Ladera

Victoria Monét - Jaguar II

RAP

Black Thought and El Michels Affair - Glorious Game

BLK ODYSSY - DIAMONDS & FREAKS

Duckwrth - Chrome Bull DLX

Killer Mike - MICHAEL

Mick Jenkins - The Patience

Nas - Magic 2

Nas - Magic 3

Nick Grant - SUNDAY DINNER

Noname - Sundial

Oddisee - To What End

Tyler the Creator - CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST: The Estate Sale

POP

Birdy - Portraits

Caroline Polachek - Desire, I Want to Turn Into You

Ellie Goulding - Higher Than Heaven (Deluxe)

Hozier - Unreal Unearth

The Japanese House - In the End It Always Does

Jessie Ware - That! Feels Good!

Kelly Clarkson - chemistry (Deluxe)

Madison Beer - Silence Between Songs

Olivia Rodrigo - GUTS

Paramore - This Is Why

P!nk - Trustfall

Sabrina Carpenter - emails i can't send fwd:

Taylor Swift - 1989 (Taylor’s Version)

ANNIVERSARY EDITIONS

HAIM - Days Are Gone (10th Anniversary Edition)

Janet Jackson - Discipline (Deluxe Edition)

Luther Vandross - Live at City Music Hall (Expanded 20th Anniversary Edition)

Mariah Carey - Music Box: 30th Anniversary Edition

[hms-chill]

RWRB Study Guide, Chapter 8

Hi y’all! I’m going through Casey McQuiston’s Red, White & Royal Blue and defining/explaining references! Feel free to follow along, or block the tag #rwrbStudyGuide if you’re not interested!

James I (203): James I/VI (First of England, Sixth of Scotland) is known for both translating the Bible and being just... so, so incredibly gay. The book mentions that he promoted a dumb jock to gentleman of the bedchamber, but it leaves out that 13-year-old James would just make out with dudes in public, and that the dumb jock (George Villers) was James’s third serious adult relationship. His friends introduced him to George because his last boyfriend was bad for the kingdom. 

George Eliot (205): Mary Anne Evans wrote under the pen name George Eliot to escape the stereotype that women could only write romances. She wrote seven novels, of which Middlemarch is the most famous, known for their realism and psychological insight.

Daniel Defoe (205): A pioneer of the English novel, Defoe wrote Robinson Crusoe as well as a series of divisive political pamphlets and tracts.

Jonathan Swift (205): Irish political writer most famous for A Modest Proposal, a satirical piece that suggests cannibalism of infants as a more humane response to the British treatment of Ireland than letting them grow to starve in adulthood.

Dickens... “woman who languishes away in a crumbling mansion wearing her wedding gown” (205): Charles Dickens wrote stories concerned with the lower classes. This quote in particular refers to Miss Havisham from Great Expectations, who was left at the altar and refused to take off her wedding dress or even put away the food set out for the wedding.

Sense and Sensibility (205): This is probably Austen’s second most popular novel (after Pride and Prejudice); it follows the four Dashwood women in their move to a new home following the death of Mr. Dashwood. Like most of Austen’s novels, the opinionated narrator follows the women through a series of romantic mishaps, culminating in a happy ending.

Green American Money (206): Fun fact, British money is blue and orange and purple and all sorts of fun colors! It also all looks different, because (at least in Scotland) four banks are allowed to print pound notes, so there are four different designs all in circulation.

Sean Hannity (206): A conservative American political commentator.

Harvard rowing (206): Rowing is like... the bougiest of sports.

Pleiad (206): In Greek mythology, the pleiades were the daughters of the titan Atlas who became stars following his entrapment under the earth. They are remembered for their beauty and loyalty. Myths of the missing pleiad explain why only six of the seven stars are visible to the naked eye. According to some sources, the missing pleiad is Merope, who was shamed out of the sky for her relationship with a mortal.

Minute Maid Park (206): The baseball stadium associated with the Houston Astros baseball team; it seats just over 41,000.

Politico (207): An American political opinion news source.

Drop-kick Murphys (208): An American Celtic punk band. (listen here and here)

The Klan (209): The Ku Klux Klan, an incredibly racist organization that has been responsible for the lynching of thousands of people of color.

Kim Nam-June (210): Kim Nam-Joon, known as RM or Rap Monster, is the leader and rapper of the K-pop group BTS.

Milwaukee (211): The largest city in and main cultural center of Wisconsin, which is a “swing state”, meaning that it could go either way politically in a national election.

Seth Meyers (211): An American talk show host and comedian whose creatively titled show, Late Night with Seth Meyers, is liberal-leaning. He hosts celebrities and often chats about politics or the news.

Clear Crystal Quartz (211): Apparently the most “iconic” crystal, it is believed to be able to help with clarity and the achievement of goals.

Wimbledon (213): The oldest tennis tournament in the world, considered by many to be the most prestigious.

Royal Box (213): The royal box at Wimbledon is a section of the best seats, reserved for royalty and specially invited celebrity/politically powerful guests.

David Beckham (213): A former professional soccer player and current fashion icon known for being hot and wearing nice suits.

McQueen (214): Alexander McQueen was an openly gay British fashion designer who rose from a lower class background to become one of the most famous designers in the world. Though he died in 2010, his brand continues to be known for unconventional fashion shows and theatrical imagery. 

Dashikis (215): A colorful, ornate piece of clothing somewhere between a shirt and a tunic originally from West Africa.

Orangery (218): A very large greenhouse or conservatory designed for growing orange trees.

Woman at her Toilet (218): This painting shows a woman in her bedroom putting on her socks with a little dog next to her; you can see it here.

Baroque bed* (218): Baroque art was designed to show off a monarch’s power; it is incredibly extravagant (Versailles is pretty much the iconic Baroque thing; you can see more about it here).

The Killers (219): An American rock band formed in the early 2000s and known for having donated over $1 million to charity (they did “Mr. Brightside”). (listen here and here). According to McQuinston’s twitter, the song Henry plays is “When You Were Young”, which you can listen to here.

Dred Scott (219): In the 1857 Dred Scott v. Sandford case, the US supreme court ruled that the constitution did not extend to or protect Black folks. 

Nina Simone (219): An American singer/songwriter/political activist whose music spanned a variety of genres and whose activism focused largely on the civil rights movement and was largely influenced by her “friend” Lorraine Hansberry, a Black lesbian playwright. (You know Hozier’s “Nina Cried Power”? She’s Nina) (listen here and here)

Otis Redding (219): Considered one of the greatest singers in American pop music and was one of the foundational soul artists in the US. (listen here and here)

Brahms (219): A German composer known for sticking to more classical forms of music while his contemporaries often leaned toward more dramatic or opulent styles. (listen here and here)

Wagner** (219): A German composer who wrote both the music and the librettos for his operas; his works tend to be very complex, and he has been credited with beginning modern music. (listen here and here)

Romantic (219): Artistically, the Romantic movement was a direct response to industrialization that called for a return to and celebration of nature. Queerness was very much a part of this movement, as it was seen as a return to or celebration of one’s natural state (think Byron).

War of the Romantics (219): A music history term used to describe the split between conservative composers like Brahms who wanted to stick with the Baroque, opulent styles of the past century and radical progressive composers like Liszt, who favored newer styles that blended music with narrative and morals.

Liszt (219): A Hungarian composer known for a diverse body of work and his position as the leader of the radical progressive group in the War of the Romantics. (listen here and here)

Alexander Scriabin (219): Russian composer known for his atonal or dissonant music. (listen to the piece Henry mentions here)

Elton John’s “Your Song” (219): A song written before Elton John came out, but with his queerness in mind. In a 2013 interview, John referred to it as “a perfect song”, and that the lyrics (written by Bernie Taupin) got even better as he got older and sang it more. (listen here)

Consecrated (220): made holy.

DNC (221): The Democratic national conference, when members of the Democratic (liberal) party get together to prepare for a presidential race.

College Republicans of Vanderbilt University (221): Vanderbilt University is a private (and therefore more expensive) school in Nashville, Tennessee. Its location in the South and its price tag would both mark it as being more conservative.

Cage match (221): A type of wrestling match that takes place inside a steel cage; the most common way of winning is by escaping the cage, usually by climbing over the top.

Paul Ryan (222): A conservative retired politician and former Speaker of the House.

The Second Amendment (222): The second amendment grants Americans the right to bear arms (have guns).

Salon (222): An American news and opinion website with a politically liberal editorial stance.

Air Force One (222): the president’s plane

“My Canadian girlfriend” (223): A running joke that someone (often a high schooler) whose partner goes to another school or lives somewhere else is made up.

Five Guys (225): Five Guys Burger and Fries is a popular fast food burger chain across the US.

Vampire Weekend (225): An American indie rock band.

The general (226): the general election in November, when Americans would vote for their president

Plainclothes (226): out of uniform

The Beekman (226): A very fancy hotel in Lower Manhattan, near the Brooklyn Bridge.

NATO (233): the North Atlantic Treaty Organization; an intergovernmental military alliance between 29 North American and European countries.

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*every time I read this, I flinch just a little bit. Baroque architecture is just... so much, and the concept of a Baroque bed when beds/bedrooms are supposed to be simple to help you rest... It’s just so much and I hate it with all of my being. I’m sorry if you like Baroque furniture, but especially for Henry, who dreams of a simple life where he can just write and be anonymous... It’s a big yikes.

** Literally no one asked, but his stuff is just... it’s so boring? Like I’m sure it’s great to fall asleep to or calm down to, but I tried to listen to it while I wrote this and I just couldn’t. Liszt is better, but he’s no Mozart. Also? Mozart wrote BOPS. ONLY. “The Birdcatcher’s Song” slaps and no one can change my mind on that.

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If there’s anything I missed or that you’d like more on, please let me know! And if you’d like to/are able, please consider buying me a ko-fi? I know not everyone can, and that’s fine, but these things take a lot of time/work and I’d really appreciate it!

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Chapter 1 // Chapter 7 // Chapter 9

[gnarcissistic]

9 Eclectic Outdoor Concerts for May & June in the DC Area http://ift.tt/2pBarhN

Ready to enjoy the glorious weather we’re expecting with some rockin’ live music? There are many upcoming concerts and festivals coming up in the DC Metro Area to fit any musical preference. This region offers some fantastic options for music lovers of all genres that also dig the great outdoors. Whether you’re looking to tailgate, dance it up, or get seats under the awning if you’re afraid it’ll rain, we’ve got you covered.

Search: Find Apartments for Rent in Fairfax County

  ST. ELIZABETH EAST GATEWAY PAVILION

Southeast DC

  Broccoli City Festival

Saturday, May 6, 2017, gates open at 12 pm

Solange slated to perform as headliner for Broccoli City Fest

Named for Big Baby D.R.A.M. and Lil Yachty’s hit “Broccoli,” this event features some extremely talented hip-hop artists headlined by Solange and Rae Sremmurd this year. There’s still time left to purchase tickets for this amazing hip-hop extravaganza! Don’t miss out on this all-star event. Other acts include: 21 Savage, Alunageorge, Kevin Abstract, Rapsody, Smino, Chaz French, Nick Grant, Rejjie Snow, Sir the Baptist, NAO, and of course Lil Yachty.

  KINGMAN ISLAND

Northeast DC – On The Anacostia River

  Kingman Island Bluegrass & Folk Festival

Saturday, May 13, 2017 at 12 pm

Credit: Kingman Island Bluegrass & Folk Festival by Geoff Alexander on flickr creative commons

Lineup includes: Jonny Grave, A.J. Head, Crys Matthews, Mountain Ride, After Jack, The Honey Dewdrops, Charm City Junction, By & By, Sligo Creek Stompers, Dom Flemons, Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen, Town Mountain, Gina Sobel, Sarah Quintana, Lisa Said, Luray, Adrian+Meredith, Justin Trawick & The Common Good, Nora Jane Struthers & the Party Line, Walter Martin, The Woodshedders, Ladybird, Vim & Vigor, Man About a Horse, Blue Plains, The Coteries, Run Come See, The War and Treaty, Adam Ortiz, Richard, Julie Outrage, Elena & Los Fulanos, The Sunrise Review, Snakehead Run, Moose Jaw, King Street Bluegrass, Split String Soup, Two Ton Twig,  Ampersand String Band

Related: Hit a New Note: Alternative Music Venues to Visit in DC

  JIFFY LUBE LIVE

Bristow, VA

  Luke Bryan: Huntin’, Fishin’ & Lovin’ Everyday Tour 2017

Friday, May 12, 2017 at 7 pm

A true showman! Luke Bryan

Even if you’re not necessarily a country fan, Luke Bryan’s live performances do not disappoint! I’m new to the country music scene and after going to his show last year I am completely converted. His rump shakin’ moves and positive attitude really get the crowd going. Plus, it’s fun to just people watch! Get lawn seats and prepare to be amused.

  Jimmy Buffett

Saturday, May 20, 2017 at 8 pm

Credit: Jimmy Buffett by Sam Howzit

3 words: Tailgate, Tailgate, Tailgate! Another highly entertaining people watching event. Show up 2 hours early, grab a margarita, and wander around the parking lot to experience this unique event for yourself. Oh, and you can stay for the concert, too, if you want.

View the full Jiffy Lube Live schedule here.

    WOLF TRAP

Vienna, VA

  The B-52’s

Sunday, June 11, 2017 at 8 pm

The B-52s Celebrate 40 Years

If you see a faded sign at the side of the road that says 15 miles to the WOOOOLF TRAPPPP! Get ready for a fun outdoor summer concert that is sure to be a full-on “Rock Lobster” party as the B-52s celebrate 40 years. Don’t forget the biggest perk of going to Wolf Trap – BYOB lawn seats! Pack a cooler, bring your folding chairs, and make sure to have a DD lined up.

  Elvis Costello

Thursday, June 22, 2017 at 7:30 pm

Elvis Costello & The Imposters

Looking for something a little more laid back? Perhaps romantic even? Get tickets and grab your bae for the sultry sounds of Elvis Costello. After all, he did “write the book” of love and is sure to make your honey swoon.

View the full Wolf Trap schedule here.

  MERRIWEATHER POST PAVILION

Columbia, MD

  DC101 Kerfuffle

Sunday, May 14, 2017, gates open at 12:30 PM

Kings of Leon headlines this year’s Kerfuffle. Credit: Alterna2 http://www.alterna2.com on flickr creative commons

If you listen to Eliot in the Morning on DC101, you’re no stranger to Kerfuffle. Lineup this year includes Kings Of Leon, Weezer, Jimmy Eat World, Fitz and the Tantrums, Catfish and The Bottlemen, Highly Suspect, MISSIO, The Unlikely Candidates.

  Bon Iver

Wednesday, May 24, 2017, 8 pm

Bon Iver, Fall Creek Wisconsin, August, 2010. ..Photo by D.L. Anderson

Bon Iver’s powerful and chilling music will send goosebumps down your spine as they perform live at Merriweather this month with Hiss Golden Messenger as the opening act. Bring your blanket and mellow out as your soul becomes immersed in this enchanting indie/folk music.

  Capital Jazz Fest

Saturday & Sunday, June 3 & 4, gates open at 10 am

Credit: Corinne Bailey Rae by Bruce on flickr creative commons

Day 1: Corinne Bailey Rae, Jaheim, Incognito, The Whispers, West Coast Jam – featuring Rick Braun, Norman Brown, and Richard Elliot, El Debarge, Lee Ritenour, Avery*Sunshine, Pieces Of A Dream, Kelly Price, Candy Dulfer, Nathan East, Cayman Kelly, Marcus Miller

Day 2: George Benson, Anthony Hamilton, Chris Botti, Sheila E, “After All”: A Capital Jazz Tribute to Al Jarreau, Loose Ends, Maysa, Tank, “Jazz Funk Soul” featuring Jeff Lorber, Chuck Loeb, & Everette Harp, Algebra Blessett, Kirk Whalum, Lindsey Webster, Marcus Miller, Cayman Kelly

View the full Merriweather Post Pavilion schedule here.

  Know of any other outdoor venues that have a great lineup this spring/summer? Feel free to add in the comments below.

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9 Eclectic Outdoor Concerts for May & June in the DC Area

http://www.apartmentshowcase.com/blog/lifestyle/2017/05/9-eclectic-outdoor-concerts-for-may-june/

Ready to enjoy the glorious weather we’re expecting with some rockin’ live music? There are many upcoming concerts and festivals coming up in the DC Metro Area to fit any musical preference. This region offers some fantastic options for music lovers of all genres that also dig the great outdoors. Whether you’re looking to tailgate, dance it up, or get seats under the awning if you’re afraid it’ll rain, we’ve got you covered.

Search: Find Apartments for Rent in Fairfax County

  ST. ELIZABETH EAST GATEWAY PAVILION

Southeast DC

  Broccoli City Festival

Saturday, May 6, 2017, gates open at 12 pm

Solange slated to perform as headliner for Broccoli City Fest

Named for Big Baby D.R.A.M. and Lil Yachty’s hit “Broccoli,” this event features some extremely talented hip-hop artists headlined by Solange and Rae Sremmurd this year. There’s still time left to purchase tickets for this amazing hip-hop extravaganza! Don’t miss out on this all-star event. Other acts include: 21 Savage, Alunageorge, Kevin Abstract, Rapsody, Smino, Chaz French, Nick Grant, Rejjie Snow, Sir the Baptist, NAO, and of course Lil Yachty.

  KINGMAN ISLAND

Northeast DC – On The Anacostia River

  Kingman Island Bluegrass & Folk Festival

Saturday, May 13, 2017 at 12 pm

Credit: Kingman Island Bluegrass & Folk Festival by Geoff Alexander on flickr creative commons

Lineup includes: Jonny Grave, A.J. Head, Crys Matthews, Mountain Ride, After Jack, The Honey Dewdrops, Charm City Junction, By & By, Sligo Creek Stompers, Dom Flemons, Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen, Town Mountain, Gina Sobel, Sarah Quintana, Lisa Said, Luray, Adrian+Meredith, Justin Trawick & The Common Good, Nora Jane Struthers & the Party Line, Walter Martin, The Woodshedders, Ladybird, Vim & Vigor, Man About a Horse, Blue Plains, The Coteries, Run Come See, The War and Treaty, Adam Ortiz, Richard, Julie Outrage, Elena & Los Fulanos, The Sunrise Review, Snakehead Run, Moose Jaw, King Street Bluegrass, Split String Soup, Two Ton Twig,  Ampersand String Band

Related: Hit a New Note: Alternative Music Venues to Visit in DC

  JIFFY LUBE LIVE

Bristow, VA

  Luke Bryan: Huntin’, Fishin’ & Lovin’ Everyday Tour 2017

Friday, May 12, 2017 at 7 pm

A true showman! Luke Bryan

Even if you’re not necessarily a country fan, Luke Bryan’s live performances do not disappoint! I’m new to the country music scene and after going to his show last year I am completely converted. His rump shakin’ moves and positive attitude really get the crowd going. Plus, it’s fun to just people watch! Get lawn seats and prepare to be amused.

  Jimmy Buffett

Saturday, May 20, 2017 at 8 pm

Credit: Jimmy Buffett by Sam Howzit

3 words: Tailgate, Tailgate, Tailgate! Another highly entertaining people watching event. Show up 2 hours early, grab a margarita, and wander around the parking lot to experience this unique event for yourself. Oh, and you can stay for the concert, too, if you want.

View the full Jiffy Lube Live schedule here.

    WOLF TRAP

Vienna, VA

  The B-52’s

Sunday, June 11, 2017 at 8 pm

The B-52s Celebrate 40 Years

If you see a faded sign at the side of the road that says 15 miles to the WOOOOLF TRAPPPP! Get ready for a fun outdoor summer concert that is sure to be a full-on “Rock Lobster” party as the B-52s celebrate 40 years. Don’t forget the biggest perk of going to Wolf Trap – BYOB lawn seats! Pack a cooler, bring your folding chairs, and make sure to have a DD lined up.

  Elvis Costello

Thursday, June 22, 2017 at 7:30 pm

Elvis Costello & The Imposters

Looking for something a little more laid back? Perhaps romantic even? Get tickets and grab your bae for the sultry sounds of Elvis Costello. After all, he did “write the book” of love and is sure to make your honey swoon.

View the full Wolf Trap schedule here.

  MERRIWEATHER POST PAVILION

Columbia, MD

  DC101 Kerfuffle

Sunday, May 14, 2017, gates open at 12:30 PM

Kings of Leon headlines this year’s Kerfuffle. Credit: Alterna2 http://www.alterna2.com on flickr creative commons

If you listen to Eliot in the Morning on DC101, you’re no stranger to Kerfuffle. Lineup this year includes Kings Of Leon, Weezer, Jimmy Eat World, Fitz and the Tantrums, Catfish and The Bottlemen, Highly Suspect, MISSIO, The Unlikely Candidates.

  Bon Iver

Wednesday, May 24, 2017, 8 pm

Bon Iver, Fall Creek Wisconsin, August, 2010. ..Photo by D.L. Anderson

Bon Iver’s powerful and chilling music will send goosebumps down your spine as they perform live at Merriweather this month with Hiss Golden Messenger as the opening act. Bring your blanket and mellow out as your soul becomes immersed in this enchanting indie/folk music.

  Capital Jazz Fest

Saturday & Sunday, June 3 & 4, gates open at 10 am

Credit: Corinne Bailey Rae by Bruce on flickr creative commons

Day 1: Corinne Bailey Rae, Jaheim, Incognito, The Whispers, West Coast Jam – featuring Rick Braun, Norman Brown, and Richard Elliot, El Debarge, Lee Ritenour, Avery*Sunshine, Pieces Of A Dream, Kelly Price, Candy Dulfer, Nathan East, Cayman Kelly, Marcus Miller

Day 2: George Benson, Anthony Hamilton, Chris Botti, Sheila E, “After All”: A Capital Jazz Tribute to Al Jarreau, Loose Ends, Maysa, Tank, “Jazz Funk Soul” featuring Jeff Lorber, Chuck Loeb, & Everette Harp, Algebra Blessett, Kirk Whalum, Lindsey Webster, Marcus Miller, Cayman Kelly

View the full Merriweather Post Pavilion schedule here.

  Know of any other outdoor venues that have a great lineup this spring/summer? Feel free to add in the comments below.

Find apartments in Northern VA, Metro MD, and Washington, D.C. with Apartment Showcase.