DC Area Nightlife, Entertainment and Recreation
After a decade of making original reggae music for enthusiastic but niche audiences around the world, Arlington-based Soldiers of Jah Army – commonly referred to as SOJA – were eager to expand their fan base. The outfit began shopping their music to major record labels in 2010. They had a series of meetings with record… read more »
When the Washington Nationals take the field to start their eighth season this month, fans and team management hope to see a whole new Natitude. That’s right – Natitude. The Nationals launch their 2012 season under the loftiest expectations yet, reflected in the team’s aggressive new marketing slogan: Natitude! The slogan captures the essence of… read more »
The rock trio Nada Surf experienced a collective epiphany as they rehearsed new songs for their ninth album, The Stars Are Indifferent to Astronomy. The band, formed in New York City 20 years ago, realized it would be helpful to polish their new songs in practice before they attempted to record them in the studio…. read more »
Ted Leonsis, one of the most respected owners in professional sports, took the reins of the franchise shortly before the Wizards literally hit the NBA lottery and won the season’s first-round draft pick. The team selected dazzling Kentucky point guard John Wall, who promised to provide some much-needed offensive firepower and leadership. Leonsis and Wall… read more »
In today’s contemporary music industry, a few blockbuster acts enjoy the rock star lifestyle while thousands of good bands with no name recognition toil with little reward on the thin margins of an increasingly brittle trade. Then, there are a few musicians like Aimee Mann who attain plenty of critical acclaim and modest commercial success,… read more »
In an age of multi-national conglomerates and mass distribution, Becky and Scott Harris, owners of the award-winning Catoctin Creek Distilling Company in Purcellville, VA, are quite literally bringing back the concept of a “mom and pop” business. On a recent Sunday afternoon, Scott was preparing to show some visitors around the family’s small and non-descript… read more »
On Tap takes a look at four local and touring bands each month. If you are interested in being featured, please send your CD along with contact information, including your website and a list of upcoming shows to On Tap Magazine. Attention Four Play: 25 Dove St., Alexandria, VA 22314. HoneyHoney Web: www.honeyhoneyband.com ALBUM: Billy… read more »
In the mainstream American media, the face of Islam is often scowling or – at the very least – deadly serious. For a few funny nights in downtown Washington this month, three Muslim comics aim to dispel that image through comedy. “Allah Made Me Funny: the World Domination Tour,” featuring three of America’s leading Muslim… read more »
Rock n Roll has always had an altruistic streak. From the peace and love-infused music of the ‘60s to the fans-first fight that Pearl Jam waged against Ticketmaster in the ‘90s, scores of bands have championed causes more noble than themselves. Add Boston-based Guster to the long list of rock n rollers out to make… read more »
When Michael Rapaport was a kid growing up in New York City during the 1970s, his father ñ a program director at a local radio station – would bring home promotional copies of groundbreaking hip-hop acts like Sugarhill Gang and Grandmaster Flash. The younger Rapaport eventually took up acting and moved to Los Angeles, where… read more »
